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The Local France
Talking France
Talking France is The Local’s weekly podcast where we discuss the big news and talking points in France as well as explore and explain the major issues that impact life in the country. We also answer your essential questions and look ahead at what’s coming up.In each episode presenter Ben McPartland chats about the most important news and must-know information with The Local France’s Emma Pearson and Genevieve Mansfield. They are also frequently joined by John Lichfield, a veteran journalist whose knowledge of...
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4.9 stars from 79 ratings
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“I just wanted to take the time to thank you all for a superb and highly entertaining and informative pod. My wife and I a long term Francophiles who visit France two or three times a year and we benefit greatly from listening.”
Scraggy52 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/09/24
Insightful and fun
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“A thoroughly enjoyable podcast. It’s interesting and informative, with a refreshing sprinkling of British sarcasm.”
IWCAR via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/03/24
Love it! C’est excellent!
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“Ben, Emma, Gen, and John bring a lively and informational mix of French news, politics, culture, and tips for tourists and anyone considering moving to or already living in France.
As expatriates and journalists from the UK and the US now living in France, they have excellent insight derived...”Read full review »
MelodicMetalBusa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/03/23
Recent Episodes
We kick off this week looking at the Féte du Travail on May 1st. Is it still a significant, symbolic day for workers in France or is it just regarded as a bonus day off?
We also look at the big upcoming change for passport checks in Europe. It's called EES and it's almost certain to cause lots of...
Published 04/30/24
Published 04/30/24
How French invaded the English language, where foreigners buy second homes and youth violence flares
This week we explore just how big an issue is youth violence around schools in France. Is it out of control or just being exploited by those pesky politicians?
We explain where foreigners buy second homes in France and why fewer Brits are snapping up properties. We also find out why one French...
Published 04/25/24
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