Rivals, Rebels, and Royalty: Pauline Bonaparte & Maria Caroline of Austria

Pauline Bonaparte and Maria Carolina of Naples—two women with power, ambition, and a deep loathing for each other. One, Napoleon’s scandalous sister; the other, a fierce Habsburg queen determined to destroy him. Their clash wasn’t just personal—it was political, shaping the fate of Europe. In this episode, we unravel their intense rivalry, the schemes, the scandals, and the battle for dominance in a world ruled by men.--Narrated by: Rebecca LarsonResearched by: Emily Airey