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Josephine Baker

Greg Jenner and his guests Dr Michell Chresfield and comedian Desiree Burch travel to 1920s Paris to meet the phenomenal Josephine Baker.

Greg Jenner is joined by historical expert Dr Michell Chresfield and comedian Desiree Burch to travel to 1920s Paris and meet the phenomenal Josephine Baker.

Josephine Baker was a renowned performer and entertainer, a civil rights activist and even a spy during the German occupation of France. But just how did the daughter of a laundress in St Louis find herself at the centre of some of the most pivotal moments in history?

A Muddy Knees Media production for 91热爆 Radio 4

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50 minutes

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Mon 21 Mar 2022 23:00
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