Paname

The pig that killed a King

The 13th of October was really an unlucky day for the Capet Kings! In this episode find out how a humble pig changed the fortunes of France. Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. Support me on Patreon or leave a review, it makes my day and helps people find the show. Artwork Double Merrick Music from 'The Owl' Daria Shakhova Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/panamepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

March 7, 2022

14 min

The Other Wife

A special episode for Valentine's day about love..... sort of. Colette's short story entitled 'The Other Wife' or 'L'autre Femme' will have you wondering who really is the other woman? You decide. Sound design from the talented Christopher Ferreira, find more of his original work here. Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. Support the show on Patreon or leave a review, it makes my day and helps people find the show. or you can make a one off donation on PayPal Artwork Double Merrick Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/panamepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

February 14, 2022

15 min

The Curse of the Knights Templar

"Pope Clement, iniquitous judge and cruel executioner, I adjure you to appear in forty days’ time before God’s tribunal. And you, King of France, will not live to see the end of this year, and Heaven’s retribution will strike don your accomplices and destroy your posterity" The curse of Jacques de Molay rang out as he was burnt at the stake for the crime of herasy, and maybe we would have forgotten about it if it had not come true..... In this episdoe come with me as we follow in the footsteps of the Templars in Paris and the cursed Kings. Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. Support the show on Patreon or leave a review, it makes my day and helps people find the show. or you can make a one off donation on PayPal Artwork Double Merrick Music from 'The Owl' Daria Shakhova Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/panamepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

January 20, 2022

25 min

The Posthumous Adventures of Voltaire

Voltaire may have lived a full life and one that has gone down in history but less well known is his afterlife. Join me in this episode to find out the extraordinary adventures of the philosopher post mortem and finally get to the bottom of the rumors that shroud his final resting place. Sound design from the talented Christopher Ferreira, find more of his original work here. Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. Support the show on Patreon or leave a review, it makes my day and helps people find the show. or you can make a one off donation on PayPal Artwork Double Merrick Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/panamepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

January 9, 2022

17 min

Christmas Eve

A Christmas story by Guy De Maupassant an author famous for his dark and unusual short stories which reflect Belle Epoch Paris in a new light. Sound design from the talented Christopher Ferreira, find more of his original work here. Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. Support the show on Patreon or leave a review, it makes my day and helps people find the show. or you can make a one off donation on PayPal Artwork Double Merrick Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/panamepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 24, 2021

13 min

35. The life and love of Voltaire

François-Marie Arouet who made a name for himself as Voltaire was a prolific writer, playwright and philosopher. Famed for his sharp wit and criticism of the Catholic church and institutions of pre-revolutinary France as well as his advocacy for freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the separation of church and state. In part one we look a little and his life, love and philosophy. Sound design from the talented Christopher Ferreira, find more of his original work here. Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. Support the show on Patreon or leave a review, it makes my day and helps people find the show. or you can make a one off donation on PayPal Artwork Double Merrick Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/panamepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 5, 2021

16 min

34. Napoleon's Wig

Is it that Louis... or just Napoleon in a wig? Find out in this episode. Sound design from the talented Christopher Ferreira, find more of his original work here. Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. Support the show on Patreon or leave a review, it makes my day and helps people find the show. or you can make a one off donation on PayPal Artwork Double Merrick Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/panamepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

November 11, 2021

14 min

33. Coco Chanel

Chanel is considered a model of female independence, success and good taste, but while her business acumen cannot be denied and her incredible ability to drive fashion and style her personal life and her moral code reveal a more troubled and troubling person. (also please forgive me, I said Manet when describing a painting of Trouville when I clearly meant to say Monet!) Sound design from the talented Christopher Ferreira, find more of his original work here. Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. Support the show on Patreon or leave a review, it makes my day and helps people find the show. or you can make a one off donation on PayPal Artwork Double Merrick Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/panamepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

October 23, 2021

34 min

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