Joséphine Baker: From Dancer to Spy | Slow French Story

Joséphine Baker arrived in Paris as a young American dancer and became one of the most famous women in France. But her story did not stop on the stage. During World War II, she risked her life to help the French Resistance and later became a symbol of freedom, courage and equality. In this Slow French episode (A2–B1), discover the extraordinary life of Joséphine Baker while improving your French naturally through storytelling. Extraordinary Lives in France is a weekly podcast for French learners, francophiles, future expats and anyone who loves French culture, history and inspiring stories. New episodes every Wednesday.