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Josephine Baker (Radio Edit)

Josephine Baker (Radio Edit)

FromYou're Dead to Me


Josephine Baker (Radio Edit)

FromYou're Dead to Me

ratings:
Length:
29 minutes
Released:
Dec 16, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Greg Jenner is joined by historical expert Dr Michell Chresfield and comedian Desiree Burch to travel to 1920s Paris and meet the phenomenal Josephine Baker. Josephine Baker was a renowned performer and entertainer, a civil rights activist and even a spy during the German occupation of France. But just how did the daughter of a laundress in St Louis find herself at the centre of some of the most pivotal moments in history?

A Muddy Knees Media production for BBC Radio 4.
Released:
Dec 16, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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The comedy podcast that takes history seriously. Greg Jenner brings together the best names in comedy and history to learn and laugh about the past.