Louisa Lombard, a cultural anthropologist and expert on the Central African Republic, dives deep into the life of Jean-Bédel Bokassa, a former French soldier who became the empire's self-proclaimed emperor. Lombard discusses Bokassa's tumultuous rise to power, the chaotic political landscape of the CAR, and the socio-economic challenges plaguing the region. She also highlights Bokassa's rivalries, his extravagant lifestyle, and the surreal elements of his regime. Get ready for a captivating tale of ambition, excess, and the echoes of a brutal past.
