Duolingo French Podcast

Josephine Baker takes refuge at Les Milandes during German occupation; opens her chateau to refugees. Joins secret network, hides papers, and performs to distract German soldiers. The podcast explores Josephine Baker's intriguing life and provides details on accessing transcripts and giving feedback.

With war declared in France, Josephine braces for the conflict and wonders how she can help…until a member of the French secret service knocks at her door and she begins a new chapter of her life. With Ariana DeBose. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3MP6aBx.

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.

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.

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.

The Duolingo French Podcast returns with a thrilling new season! Discover the untold story of 1920s icon Josephine Baker – not just a dancer, but a spy for the French Resistance. Featuring Academy Award-winner Ariana DeBose. This special season launches on October 11th, 2023. Catch the trailer now!

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re revisiting a story by Virginie Dhorne – a French cheesemonger with a fierce competitive streak. Stick around until the end to hear what Virginie’s been up to since this episode first aired. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/4202Hpg.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re revisiting a story by Loune Viaud, a public health expert from Haiti who rescued 38 children after the 2010 earthquake struck the country. Stick around until the end to hear what Loune and the children from the story have been up to since this episode first aired. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3H96ecn.  

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re revising a story by Matina Razafimahefa, a university student from Madagascar with an entrepreneurial spirit. Stick around until the end to hear what Matina has been up to since this episode first aired. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/41vlwjy.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re revisiting a story by Valérie Desroches, a karate student from Montreal. After learning she had Asperger's syndrome, Valérie’s new self-knowledge inspired her to work even harder toward achieving her karate dreams. Stick around until the end to hear what Valérie has been up to since this episode first aired. A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/3zREXHc.