DDH - I Am About to Become Immortal

The Dave Bowman Show

In this episode, we delve into the fearless life and tragic death of Olympe de Gouges, one of the most outspoken and controversial figures of the French Revolution. A playwright, activist, and early feminist, de Gouges dared to challenge the male-dominated political order by demanding liberty and equality not only for men but for women too. Her Declaration of the Rights of Woman and the Female Citizen boldly confronted the Revolution's leaders, and her criticisms of the Jacobins would eventually lead to her execution during the Reign of Terror. Join us as we explore her beliefs, her powerful writings, and her lasting legacy as a pioneer of women’s rights. Olympe’s story is one of courage, conviction, and a warning of what happens when revolutionary ideals lose their way.