La Fayette, We Are Here!

Emmanuel Dubois
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La Fayette, We Are Here!

French history podcast, by a Frenchman. Learn all about France's history: Charlemagne, The Hundred Years’ War, Jeanne d’Arc, New France, Louis XIV, the Révolution, Napoléon and much more! Artwork by Lucia Ceta.

  1. Antoine Lavoisier - A Savant at the Scaffold

    MAR 18

    Antoine Lavoisier - A Savant at the Scaffold

    If you weren't sleeping through your chemistry classes in high school, you probably heard the phrase "Nothing is lost, nothing is created, everything is transformed." This is basically what we know as the law of conservation of mass. It was coined by Antoine Lavoisier, the man considered the father of modern chemistry and one of history's most influential scientists. However, he will end his days under the blade of the guillotine in 1794. How can this be? Join us as we delve into the remarkab...

    36 min
  2. The French Résistance - Refusing Defeat & Occupation

    JAN 17

    The French Résistance - Refusing Defeat & Occupation

    The story of the Résistance is the story of ordinary men and women rising to the occasion. Risking everything to fight oppression, to defend their homes, their country, their way of life. Being a résistant could mean many things. You could be part of a network, you could just run errands or messages, you could spy on the Germans or just not answer their questions properly. The Résistance took many, many forms, just like the collaboration. Join us as we explore this troubled, violent and fasc...

    42 min
  3. Bonus - The Raft of the Medusa Part II - From Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs

    12/17/2024 · BONUS

    Bonus - The Raft of the Medusa Part II - From Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs

    This is part II of our episode swap on The Raft of the Medusa from the great podcast Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs by Rich Napolitano. Enjoy this bonus episode and check out Rich's podcast, it's fantastic! The French frigate Medusa shipwreck is one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history, occurring in 1816 off the coast of present-day Mauritania. The ship, intended to transport French officials to Senegal, ran aground on the Arguin Bank due to the incompetence of its captain, Visco...

    51 min
  4. Gaby & Robert Casadesus - With Thérèse Casadesus Rawson

    12/10/2024

    Gaby & Robert Casadesus - With Thérèse Casadesus Rawson

    In this very special episode, we interview Thérèse Casadesus Rawson, daughter of the renowned French pianists Robert and Gaby Casadesus. The occasion is the publication of Gaby Casadesus' book My Musical Notes: A Journey in Classical Piano between the World Wars and Beyond, now available in English. We discuss the book, as well as Thérèse's parents' careers, lives, and enduring legacy. Together, we travel around the globe, delve into the lives of some of the most celebrated musicians of...

    52 min
  5. Bonus - The Raft of the Medusa Part I - From Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs

    12/04/2024 · BONUS

    Bonus - The Raft of the Medusa Part I - From Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs

    We have something special for today, an episode swap! Coming straight from the great podcast Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs by Rich Napolitano, I give you the story of the Radeau de la Méduse, The Raft of the Medusa. The French frigate Medusa shipwreck is one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history, occurring in 1816 off the coast of present-day Mauritania. The ship, intended to transport French officials to Senegal, ran aground on the Arguin Bank due to the incompetence of its captain,...

    49 min
  6. Marie-Antoinette & Louis XVII - The Cursed Family. With Charles MacKay

    10/16/2024

    Marie-Antoinette & Louis XVII - The Cursed Family. With Charles MacKay

    Charles MacKay, PhD, former university history professor at Morehead State University and West Virginia University joins us to discuss Queen Marie-Antoinette and her family, especially her son, the ill-fated Louis XVII. These members of the French royal family suffered terribly during the French Revolution, eventually losing their lives to the guillotine or to mistreatment. Join us for a riveting discussion on this Cursed Family. Timecodes Introduction 03:56 - The Austrian Bride 07:55 - Mar...

    1h 13m
  7. The Five French Republics - From Revolution to Evolution

    09/24/2024

    The Five French Republics - From Revolution to Evolution

    We will traverse the peaks and valleys of five republics, each reflecting France’s evolving spirit and struggles. From revolutionary fervour to imperial ambition, from the trials of war to the triumphs of modern democracy, each republic has contributed to the rich mosaic of France as we know it today. Join us as we unravel the dramatic narrative of the Five French Republics, where every chapter is a tale of resilience and reinvention. Prepare to be captivated by a story as rich and complex a...

    1h 9m
  8. La Fayette's USA Tour of 1824 - The Hero Returns. With Elizabeth Reese.

    08/13/2024

    La Fayette's USA Tour of 1824 - The Hero Returns. With Elizabeth Reese.

    To commemorate the 200th anniversary of La Fayette's grand tour of the USA in 1824, we have a special episode featuring guest Elizabeth Reese. Elizabeth is a public historian whose work focuses on the American Revolution and the Early Republic. She recently published a book on the famed Marquis' visit to America: "Marquis de Lafayette Returns - A Tour of America's National Capital Region". Join us as we discuss the circumstances, unfolding, and consequences of this great endeavour. Timeco...

    48 min
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French history podcast, by a Frenchman. Learn all about France's history: Charlemagne, The Hundred Years’ War, Jeanne d’Arc, New France, Louis XIV, the Révolution, Napoléon and much more! Artwork by Lucia Ceta.

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  • Creator
    Emmanuel Dubois
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Emmanuel Dubois
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