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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!
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B2 · Upper-intermediate
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- 100% of the words are B1 or easier.
- 84 words a minute: slow, clear speech.
- 2 harder words (B2 and up) in the whole episode.
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Fans adored her. Artists were inspired by her. And little girls wanted to be her. Josephine Baker, the American-born dancer who took jazz age Paris by storm. Josephine, in autograph.
Josephine, Josephine. Oh, merci monsieur, riss et pregenti. But offstage, Josephine led a double life. She became a spy and joined the French resistance against the Nazis in World War II.
I'm Ariana DeBose. Join me on October 11 for The Secret Life of Josephine Baker. newest season of the Duolingo French podcast where you can practice your French available on your favorite listening app.
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