The Life of Marie Antoinette

Marie Antoinette: The Final Years

Our series on France's most infamous queen reaches its tragic conclusion.

Oct 10, 2024 •

Marie Antoinette in the French Revolution

On the royal family's failed Flight to Varennes, the new Constitution, and the first inklings of the Reign of Terror.

Oct 2, 2024 •

Goodbye, Versailles!

How Marie Antoinette navigated the political crises of 1787-1789, and the advent of the French Revolution.

Sep 25, 2024 •

The Affair of the Diamond Necklace

By 1784, Marie Antoinette's reputation was already in decline. But a scandal involving a diamond necklace, a credulous cardinal, and a very cunning…

Sep 19, 2024 •

Marie Antoinette - The Early Years

In this episode, we'll explore the doomed queen's early reign, and the problems within the French court that would later fuel the fires of revolution.

Aug 5, 2024 •

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