In today’s episode Cooper and Ian will be discussing Josephine Baker! Josephine Baker was a prominent African American-born French entertainer known for her groundbreaking performances in Paris during the early 20th century. She overcame racial discrimination in the United States and gained international fame for her provocative acts at the Folies Bergère, including the iconic "Banana Dance." Beyond her entertainment career, Baker was a fierce civil rights activist, working as a spy for the French Resistance during World War II and advocating for racial equality in the United States. She adopted 12 children from various backgrounds, forming her "Rainbow Tribe" to promote unity and diversity. Baker's legacy endures as an icon of Black culture and a symbol of the fight against racism and prejudice.
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