Dark Academia
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Dark Academia
Episode 16: The Vatican Archives
Prof. Nicki is taking us to the underground of Rome this week as we discuss The Vatican Archives. What ancient secrets are buried underneath Vatican City? What is the dress code for visiting The Vatican?
Do you have a topic you would like us to cover? Any ghost stories you would like to share? Any Vatican City fashion tips? Send us an email at darkacademiathepodcast@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @darkacademiathepodcast.
*All opinions stated are our own. Not affiliated with The Vatican/Vatican City/The Catholic Church.*
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