LEGEND – Season 2
2024
Episodes
A French teacher in the 93 department, Cyril shares the most improbable anecdotes from his time in the classroom.
Thanks to Cyril, a French teacher in the 93 department, for coming to tell us about his daily life—the struggles and the good times with his students—as well as the best anecdotes from his career!
PROFILER: TECHNIQUES FOR DECIPHERING A PERSON IN SECONDS (Psychology, hypnosis...)
Thank you to profiler Anne-Gervaise for coming to reveal all the secrets of her profession, how to decipher human behavior, and her advice on better managing everyday relationships.
PHILIPPE BOXHO, FORENSIC PATHOLOGIST (PART 1): HE REVISITS THE MOST UNUSUAL DEATHS HE HAS ENCOUNTERED
A big thank you to Philippe Boxho—a forensic pathologist with 31 years of experience—for returning following the success of his first interview to share brand-new anecdotes about investigations, bizarre deaths, and surreal crime scenes!
PHILIPPE BOXHO, FORENSIC PATHOLOGIST (PART 2): HE REVISITS THE MOST UNUSUAL DEATHS HE HAS ENCOUNTERED
Thanks to Philippe Boxho for this second part of the interview. A forensic pathologist for 31 years, he returned following the success of his first appearance on LEGEND to share brand-new anecdotes about investigations, bizarre deaths, and surreal crime scenes!
SPECIAL FORCES: HIS MOST MEMORABLE MISSION RECOLLECTIONS (Jihadist, regret...)
We would like to thank Louis Saillans, a former team leader with the Naval Commandos (Special Forces), for coming to share anecdotes from his ten years in the military—including a last-minute hostage rescue and combat operations against jihadist groups.
While on vacation in Pakistan, she is forced to marry a stranger!
Thank you to Afshan Riaz for coming to share her story with us! Forced into marriage with a stranger while on vacation in Pakistan, she looks back on the three years she spent living with him, her divorce, and her relationship with her family...
PATRICK PARTOUCHE, OWNER OF 42 CASINOS: HIS CRAZIEST ANECDOTES (HE OPENS THE VAULT,
Thanks to Patrick Partouche for welcoming us and sharing the wildest anecdotes from his career. At the helm of the Partouche casino group—which comprises 42 gaming establishments—he hasn’t spoken publicly in ten years. To this day, the Partouche Group remains the only French casino group listed on the stock exchange!
KOFS, MARSEILLE RAPPER: FROM HARD TIMES TO "BANDE ORGANISÉE"—HE TELLS US EVERYTHING!
Special thanks to Kofs, a rapper and actor from Marseille. He wrote the most famous verse on "Bande Organisée" and has several gold-certified albums to his name. For the past decade, he has also appeared in various films and series, including *Chouf*, *Bac Nord*, *Cash*, *Banlieusards 2*, *Voleuse*, and *Pax Massilia*.
ENTREPRENEUR: HE MAKES €100 MILLION FROM HIS BUSINESS IDEA! (Anthony Bourbon)
A big thank you to Anthony Bourbon, the entrepreneur behind the FEED brand, for coming to share his journey with us! Anthony has invested in over 40 startups and serves as a judge on the show *Qui veut être mon associé*. He visited us to talk about Blast, an investment fund launched in 2022 that allows non-experts to invest in startups alongside him!
NASSIM LYES: HIS WORST AUDITION MEMORIES AND HOW HE BROKE INTO FILM
Thanks to actor Nassim Lyes for coming to the LEGEND studio to share his journey. After his breakout role in *En passant pécho*, he appeared in the series *Marseille* and, more recently, in the Netflix film *Nouveaux Riches*. He shared some of his wildest life stories with us!
DIDIER RAOULT UNFILTERED: HE REVISITS COVID-19 (VACCINES, THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY, POLITICIANS...)
We would like to thank Didier Raoult—a French infectious disease specialist and Professor of Microbiology—for visiting LEGEND. The former director of the Institute of Infectious Diseases at the Marseille University Hospital, he claimed in 2019 to have found a cure for COVID. He joins us to share his journey, recounting how he became a "hero" in the eyes of some French people, as well as the controversies and experiences that followed the fierce criticism he faced.
ROBBER: ESCAPES FROM LES BAUMETTES, THEN STEALS A HELICOPTER TO PICK UP OTHER PRISONERS
A former criminal, Patrick Guillemin robbed several banks over the years without ever getting caught; he was the one who orchestrated the spectacular helicopter escape from Les Baumettes prison. He joins us to recount his time on the run, his methods, and the life he ultimately spent behind bars.
NIGHTCLUB BOUNCER: DARK ANECDOTES FROM THE NIGHTLIFE WORLD (Fights, drugs, weapons...)
Thanks to Konka, a Marseille-based bouncer, for coming to share stories from his career in the nightlife scene—from shotgun attacks and fights outside clubs to the tricks for getting into any venue, and more. He also talks about the bouncer profession, the importance of people skills, and his work as a DJ.
Schizophrenic: He hears voices and becomes a caregiver at the psychiatric hospital where he was once committed.
We would like to thank Florent Babillote, who lives with schizophrenia, for coming to share what his daily life is like hearing voices in his head and for explaining this condition, which is particularly misunderstood by the general public. He has since become a nursing assistant at the psychiatric hospital where he was once a patient.
FORMER TRADER AND BANKER: HOW TO GET RICH WHILE AVOIDING SCAMS
Many thanks to Matthias Baccino, European Director at Trade Republic, for giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the banking system! A former trader, he also spoke in detail about his career path and Trade Republic—Europe’s leading platform—which enables millions of people with no specialized financial knowledge to invest and save for their future.
Reem Kherici: Surprising anecdotes about the film world (OSS 117, regrets, the "Bande à Fifi" crew...)
A big thank you to actress and director Reem Kherici for stopping by the LEGEND studio. Her third film, *Chien et Chat*—an adventure featuring a dog and a cat trying to find their owners, and starring Franck Dubosc and Philippe Lacheau—hits theaters on February 14th. She chatted with us about her career, her regrets, the "Bande à Fifi" crew, and much more!
KEV ADAMS LOOKS BACK ON THE UPS AND DOWNS OF HIS CAREER (Being trendy, loneliness...)
A big thank you to Kev Adams for coming to present his film *Maison de Retraite 2*—the sequel to the first installment, which almost never saw the light of day! He also shared his journey, his setbacks, and the love and hate he receives on social media...
A beggar at age 9, he became a superstar in India and won 2 Oscars with *Slumdog Millionaire*!
A big thank you to A. R. Rahman—the multi-award-winning Indian songwriter, composer, and performer—for stopping by LEGEND! He composed the scores for *Slumdog Millionaire*, *127 Hours*, and hundreds of other films. Notably, he won two Oscars, two Grammy Awards, and a Golden Globe for his work on *Slumdog Millionaire*, including the world-famous song "Jai Ho."
DOCUMENTARY / 24 Hours at Auschwitz: Two Survivors Recount the Hell They Endured in Detail (with CYRILmp4)
Guillaume Pley and Cyril MP4 spent 24 hours at Auschwitz to understand the lives and the hell endured by two Holocaust survivors: Ginette Kolinka and Esther Sénot. The two survivors joined us in the studio to share their stories—the pain of separation, the dehumanization, the deaths of their loved ones, the atrocious conditions of their captivity, and the difficult adjustment to life after returning from the death camps. Special thanks to the Shoah Memorial for their assistance in producing this documentary: to Jacques Fredj, Director of the Paris Memorial; to Rémy, the historian who accompanied us; to Flavie for organizing the trip; and to Lior, Ingrid, and the entire photo archives team at the Shoah Memorial.
MILITARY INTELLIGENCE OPERATIVE: HIS ULTRA-DANGEROUS MISSIONS IN AFGHANISTAN (KILLED COMRADE, BIN LADEN...)
Thanks to Trog, a former soldier in military intelligence, specialized in electronic warfare, for coming to LEGEND! He spoke to us about Kosovo, but also about Afghanistan, where he has been three times. His missions notably made it possible to capture a Taliban who had letters from Osama Bin Laden on him. He shared with us his fond memories of the army, which he left in 2018 after 17 years of service.
Real Estate Agent: Their Most Surreal Viewings and Sales (Squatters, Mistress, Sex...)
Thanks to real estate agent Javier Requejo for visiting the LEGEND studio to share the wild anecdotes he’s encountered over his 16-year career. He joins us to offer advice on real estate investment, what to watch out for when buying, how to prepare a strong rental application, and how to showcase an apartment to its best advantage.
HELD HOSTAGE BY ISIS FOR 10 MONTHS (PART 1): HE TELLS ALL (KIDNAPPING, TORTURE, CAPTIVITY…)
A big thank you to Didier François, a war correspondent for 38 years, for coming to share his story on LEGEND! His career as a journalist—working for outlets such as *Le Matin de Paris*, *Libération*, and Europe 1—took him to Chad, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Bosnia, Chechnya, Mali, Lebanon, Kosovo, and Syria. In 2013, he was held hostage by ISIS for ten and a half months, enduring torture, deprivation, and mock executions before his release in April 2014. This is the first time he has spoken at such length about his experiences.
HELD HOSTAGE BY ISIS FOR 10 MONTHS (PART 2): HE TELLS ALL (KIDNAPPING, TORTURE, CAPTIVITY…)
A big thank you to Didier François, a war correspondent for 38 years, for coming to share his story on LEGEND! His career as a journalist—working for outlets such as *Le Matin de Paris*, *Libération*, and Europe 1—took him to Chad, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Bosnia, Chechnya, Mali, Lebanon, Kosovo, and Syria. In 2013, he was held hostage by ISIS for ten and a half months, enduring torture, deprivation, and mock executions before his release in April 2014. This is the first time he has spoken at such length about his experiences.
Antique Dealer Caroline Margeridon: Her Biggest Sales and Most Unlikely Items!
Thank you to Caroline Margeridon—business owner, second-hand dealer, and antiques dealer—for stopping by the LEGEND studio to share anecdotes from her career and tell us how she became one of Paris's leading antiques dealers.
Nathalie Marquay: The signs she receives after Jean-Pierre Pernaut's death (manifestations...)
Thank you to Nathalie Marquay-Pernaut for coming to talk to us about her book, *Un signe de toi, son âme guide mes pas*. In it, she recounts her special bond with Jean-Pierre Pernaut—the highly respected and iconic TF1 1 p.m. news anchor who passed away in 2022. She also discusses her gifts of clairvoyance and premonition, the signs he sends her daily, and how she predicted that he would never live to see his 72nd birthday.
MAXIME GASTEUIL TALKS ABOUT EVERYTHING (burnout, a movie, shingles...) WHILE EATING... VEGAN CHARCUTERIE!
Thanks to comedian, screenwriter, and actor Maxime Gasteuil for stopping by the LEGEND studio. After several smash-hit shows contrasting life in Paris with life in the provinces, he is here today to present his film *14 jours pour aller mieux*, which is inspired by his own life.
SE.X0LOGUE: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SE.XUALITY! (0rga.sme, fountain woman...)
Thanks to sexologist Céline Causse for coming to explain her profession to us. She shared incredible anecdotes about her wildest patients, offered her best advice, and explained the differences between men and women.
KALASH CRIMINEL: HIS SUCCESS AND FAILURES, HIS RAP, ALBINISM, THE CONGO... HE TELLS US EVERYTHING!
Thanks to Kalash Criminel for stopping by LEGEND! A rapper and four-time gold record holder, he came to present his new album, *Bon courage*. He also explained why he chose anonymity by always wearing a balaclava, and spoke about his successes, his failures, his albinism, and the causes he champions!
Bank robber and member of the Parisian mafia: he recounts his life story (prison, heists...)
Thanks to Frank Henry—a former bank and casino robber associated with the Parisian underworld—for visiting us at the LEGEND studio. After serving a 21-year sentence, he became a writer while behind bars. Now an author and filmmaker, he joins us to discuss his show, *Gangster: Ni Fier, Ni Honteux* ("Neither Proud nor Ashamed").
Testing the limits of the Leclerc tank with the Army (firing, drifting, driving...)
We spent two days with the Army and the 1st Chasseur Regiment. They invited us to shadow them during a forest training mission, drive a Leclerc tank, and witness a day of live-fire exercises—including both shell firing at moving targets and machine-gun drills. The Leclerc is the Army’s heaviest vehicle, weighing in at 57 tons, and we put it through its paces over the course of 48 hours.
Léa: Blind from birth, she shares her daily life and incredible personal stories with us!
A big thank you to Léa—23 years old and blind since birth—for coming to the LEGEND studio! She’s here to share what her daily life is like, how to interact with someone who is blind, the challenges she’s faced because of her disability, and her dreams for the future. And she didn’t come alone—she’s accompanied by her guide dog, Otis!
Dominique Tapie: The incredible life she lived with Bernard (debts, success, home invasion...)
A big thank you to Dominique Tapie for visiting us at LEGEND. Bernard Tapie’s wife for 52 years, she joins us to share her story and present her book, *La fureur de vivre*, in which she discusses the business world, football, and all the key moments of his career.
FOREIGN LEGION: TIBOR, MEMBER OF THE LEGION'S ELITE GROUP (killing someone, the rumors…)
Thanks to Tibor, a Legionnaire, for coming to the LEGEND studio! He spent 11 years in the Foreign Legion before joining an elite 27-man parachute commando unit. He found himself in the middle of an ambush in the Central African Republic, where one of his comrades was killed. Tibor has the unique distinction of having served in the Foreign Legion twice, after having been dismissed the first time.
SPECIAL FORCES NAVAL COMMANDO: COMMANDER RISKS HIS LIFE TO SAVE HIM FROM 150 TALIBAN
A huge thank you to Romain Villard for coming to the LEGEND studio! He served for eight and a half years as a Navy Commando in the special forces; he shares incredible stories from his time in the military—working as an operational freefall parachutist and commando instructor—as well as an account of an operation in Afghanistan where he nearly lost his life.
NEGOTIATOR: HIS WILDEST MISSIONS (Extortion, hostage situations, kidnapping, theft…)
Thanks to Marwan, one of the world’s top negotiators, for coming to the LEGEND studio! He has saved some of Europe’s largest companies from bankruptcy and worked with various casinos to help them detect cheating. Now a Harvard instructor and UN consultant, he was called in to resolve the kidnapping of a child in Uzbekistan who had been held captive and tortured for six months.
CONSPIRACIES AND UNEXPLAINED PHENOMENA: AN EXPLORER REVEALS ALL FOR THE FILM GODZILLA X KONG
A big thank you to Christian Clot—explorer and researcher specializing in human adaptation—for stopping by LEGEND! To mark the theatrical release of *Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire* on April 3rd, we discussed the Hollow Earth—the legendary setting of the film—as well as other unexplained phenomena and various theories and conspiracy theories, such as the pyramids, the Nazca Lines, the Bermuda Triangle, and more.