EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 22 MIN
The Barber Who Broke Napoleon
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In 1814, a Parisian barber's morning gossip about his most famous client reached the wrong ears at exactly the wrong moment. What should have been idle chatter about Napoleon's grooming habits instead revealed the Emperor's secret weakness — and gave his enemies the final piece they needed to destroy him. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In 1814, a Parisian barber's morning gossip about his most famous client reached the wrong ears at exactly the wrong moment. What should have been idle chatter about Napoleon's grooming habits instead revealed the Emperor's secret weakness — and gave his enemies the final piece they needed to destroy him.
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