In this podcast episode, the hosts take us on an engaging exploration of the French Revolution, highlighting its tumultuous beginnings, shifting public sentiments, and the emergence of radical republicanism alongside political anxiety. They discuss pivotal events like the retreat from Varennes and the tragic Champs de Mars massacre, while comparing the differing ambitions of influential figures like Barnave and Robespierre. Through this narrative, we see how the revolution exposed significant societal divides. The episode wraps up by pointing out that although the revolution experienced a temporary truce with constitutional agreements, underlying tensions and conflicts continued to simmer, foreshadowing future unrest.
