Philippe Charlier
French coroner, forensic pathologist, and paleopathologist. He has examined the remains of historical figures such as Adolf Hitler and Napoleon.
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Jun 16, 2025 • 2h 41min
#309 - Ancient Medical Examiner Uncovers Remains of Hitler, Napoleon & Jesus | Philippe Charlier
Philippe Charlier, a French coroner and forensic pathologist, has investigated the remains of historical icons like Hitler and Picasso. He discusses startling evidence surrounding Hitler's death, including a missing skull fragment and dental analysis. Charlier reveals fascinating insights like examining Jesus' tunic and connecting Picasso's paranoid habits to his health. The podcast also dives into ancient figures like Lucy to explore human evolution and discusses powerful reconstructions from skeletal remains of historical figures, blending history with cutting-edge forensics.
Jul 3, 2025 • 55min
Clairvius Narcisse, l’homme-zombie
Dans cet échange fascinant, Philippe Charlier, médecin et anthropologue, dévoile l'histoire incroyable de Clairvius Narcisse, cet Haïtien qui aurait vécu 20 ans comme un zombie. Il explique le lien entre le vaudou, la zombification et la science, en révélant des éléments chimiques comme la tétrodotoxine. Les croyances culturelles, les rituels vaudous et leur influence sur la société haïtienne sont explorés, tout en interrogeant la frontière entre réalité et mythe. Une plongée captivante dans l'univers mystérieux du vaudou.
