A discussion about the numerous mysterious deaths of tourists on Koh Tao Island in Thailand over the last 20 years.
Explore the history of the iconic Chanel No. 5 perfume, created by the challenge of making a woman's scent that wasn't like a rose.
A discussion about the financial risks associated with creating the Chanel production line and the impact of Coco Chanel's comfortable, easy-to-wear clothing on broads like Vera.
This episode discusses the perception of wealth, how much money is considered "rich," and the desires of the wealthy.
Margery King, a mistress in the late 1920s to early 1930s, attended royal cotillions and spent time with the most powerful people in the world during her lavish lifestyle.
The death of Paul Irib impacted Coco Chanel during a time of political turmoil, as Hitler's power was rising globally. Chanel spent roughly a year in Hollywood designing clothing for actors.
As part of a discussion on casting choices for Star Wars, the hosts talk about who they think is handsome, commenting that the first pick is perhaps too handsome for the role.
Coco Chanel and her friends buy up gold in France due to fears of economic instability during the aftermath of the Great Depression. Chanel begrudgingly concedes after the signing of a labor pact, but her brand becomes even more iconic during this period due to its association with the leftist labor movement.
This episode explores the struggles of everyday life during World War II in France, including the Germans' rationing of gas leading French people to convert their cars to run off of charcoal and wood, hospitals bartering wine rations for potatoes, and the building of fortifications along the border to defend against future attacks.
Chanel collaborated with the Nazis, living in luxury and holding parties, actively using her position as an Aryan to reassert her control over her perfume during the war.
Coco Chanel may have also been working for the British government during her time working for the Nazis, as there are rumors that she was in contact with the British royal family and possibly Winston Churchill.
The Chanel brand is in an ongoing feud with the Wertheimer family over ownership and royalties, stemming from Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel's agreement with the Wertheimer brothers in the 1920s. In exchange for financial backing and production of her fragrances, Chanel relinquished control and a portion of the profits, causing a dispute that continues to this day.
The speaker expresses internal conflicted feelings about a feminist icon who was a horrible person.
The podcast discusses a fascist individual who, despite having no single asset, was able to achieve her goals with her skill. This episode wraps up a series about the individual's impressive methods.