Exploring the Legacy of Historical Figures in the "Legacy" Podcast Series

TLDR The "Legacy" podcast series delves into the lives of historical figures such as Cecil Rhodes, Nina Simone, Pablo Picasso, and Mikhail Gorbachev, examining their impact on the world today. In the first series, the hosts discuss the legacy of Napoleon, his presence in popular culture, and a crucial moment in his life in 1815.

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00:00 Tom, a cricketer and best-selling author, is asked if he ever wonders about the legacy he'll leave, but he responds that he doesn't because he's focused on living in the moment.
00:53 A new podcast series called "Legacy" explores the lives of historical figures and what their past can teach us about the present.
01:44 In the first series, the hosts will explore the lives of historical figures such as Cecil Rhodes, Nina Simone, Pablo Picasso, and Mikhail Gorbachev, examining how they have shaped the world we live in today.
02:33 The hosts discuss the legacy of Napoleon as a lawmaker and administrator, noting his presence in popular culture and the large number of books written about him.
03:13 The hosts discuss the various aspects of Napoleon's legacy and set the stage for a crucial moment in his life in 1815.
04:06 Napoleon marches with his men towards their destiny, sensing a change in pitch and the slowing and stopping of their footsteps as word spreads of royalists ahead.
04:58 Napoleon confronts the royalist soldiers, challenging them to kill him, in a tense and dramatic moment.
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