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- 029 - Ch 21 The Queen's First Calvary 1785Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This episode includes AI-generated content.32 min - 028 - Ch 20 The End of the American War 1779-1783Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This episode includes AI-generated content.21 min - 027 - Ch 19 Birth of Madame RoyaleDive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This episode includes AI-generated content.15 min - 026 - Ch 18 The Emperor's Visit 1777Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This episode includes AI-generated content.25 min - 025 - Ch 17 The Queen's Surroundings 1775-1776 Pt 2Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This episode includes AI-generated content.18 min - 024 - Ch 17 The Queen's Surroundings 1775-1776 Pt 1Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This episode includes AI-generated content.24 min - 023 - Ch 16 The Coronation 1774-June 11 1775 Pt 2Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This episode includes AI-generated content.22 min - 022 - Fourth Part Louis XVI Ch 16 The Coronation 1774-June 11 1775 Pt 1Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This episode includes AI-generated content.15 min - 021 - Ch 15 The Death of the King 1770-1774Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This episode includes AI-generated content.31 min - 020 - Ch 14 Choiseul 1764-1770Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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Dive into the tumultuous history of late Bourbon France, beginning with the death of Louis XIV in 1715 and the troubled reign of his ill-prepared successor, Louis XV. This era is marked by the…
financial innovations of John Law, who ignited a speculative frenzy with his market bubble. As the indolent Louis XV delegates power to his cardinals and mistresses, France faces dire consequences, losing territories in India and North America during the Seven Years War. The narrative shifts to 1774 when Louis XVI takes the throne, a well-meaning ruler overshadowed by the influence of Marie-Antoinette and her circle. As the kingdoms issues escalate, the arrival of capable ministers proves too late to avert disaster. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
This show includes AI-generated content.
This show includes AI-generated content.