Duolingo French Podcast The Secret Life of Josephine Baker - Josephine, la cible
Oct 24, 2023
Ariana DeBose, an artist finding her place as the world teeters toward war. Josephine Baker faces intimidation from Hitler's rise, finds solace in the countryside, reflects on her decision to leave the US for France, and confronts hate with a brave performance. Josephine is visited by a mysterious visitor, leaving her feeling nervous.
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Josephine Faces Racial Hate in Munich
- In Munich, Josephine faced intense racial hate during her tour, which affected her deeply.
- She encountered German police who silently handed her a warning flyer about her presence.
Josephine's Defiance Against Hate
- Adolf Hitler and the Nazi regime targeted not just Jewish people but also Black individuals like Josephine.
- Despite growing hostility, Josephine refused to be intimidated and continued her artistic journey.
Countryside Refuge at Lucetto Demelon
- Josephine retreated to her countryside estate, Lucetto Demelon in Dordogne, to find solace from the political strife.
- There, she enjoyed peaceful moments with her animals, away from the turmoil of Europe.