Ariana DeBose discusses Josephine Baker's rise to fame in France, her love for exotic animals, and facing racism. Josephine's unique banana outfit garners mixed reactions. She defies warnings and continues her tour to Germany amidst rising Nazism.

Ariana DeBose, a performer who starred in the film adaptation of Hamilton, talks about the secret life of Josephine Baker. Topics include Josephine's perilous spy missions, her wartime service, her dance of deception to fool the French border patrol, her missions in Morocco, her secret meetings and missions while recovering from illness, and her performance for black GIs in a segregated military.

Stage performer Ariana DeBose joins the podcast to discuss the fascinating life of Josephine Baker. Topics include Josephine's arrival in Paris, her dilemma in the Shonze Lise Theatre, and her rise to fame as a performer and spy.

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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