Marlene L. Daut
Professor of French and African Diaspora Studies at Yale University and author of The First and Last King of Haiti, invited to discuss the life and legacy of Henri Christophe; her book was nominated for the Cundill History Prize.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 52min
Haiti's first and only king
Marlene L. Daut, a Yale professor and author of "The First and Last King of Haiti," illuminates the gripping life of Henri Christophe, the only king of Haiti. She explores Christophe's journey from enslaved origins to a military leader during the Haitian Revolution. Daut discusses the tumult of the era, including Christophe's pivotal role in independence and his controversial reign marked by economic reforms and forced labor. Their conversation also delves into Christophe's complex legacy and his tragic end, highlighting the contradictions of his rule.
Mar 7, 2024 • 1h 23min
116 - Haiti: Cauldron of the Caribbean
Exploring the crisis in Haiti due to rampant gang violence and potential international intervention. Discussion on armed paramilitary groups, political turmoil, and key figures in Haiti. Delving into security challenges, international peacekeeping, and external influences on protests in Latin America. Highlighting Haiti's economic challenges, environmental consequences, and the complexities of stabilizing the nation.
