Host Ben McPartland is joined by The Local France's Emma Pearson, John Lichfield, and Emma Albright.
We look at what's made the news in France this week - from the potential fall of the French government, to tensions rising between France and the United States, and the possible disappearance of open fires in rural homes.
You can find the Talking France podcast on Spotify or Apple, download here or listen on the link below.
Following the news that French troops are now in Greenland as part of a joint NATO force, we take a look at the reaction in the US, and what happens next for France and the rest of Europe.
And with the current situation between the two countries, we asked our American readers if they felt they were being treated differently in France. We share some of their responses and opinions on the topic.
On the home front, the 2026 Budget has now been passed, and the government might even survive the weekend.
Meanwhile, we take a look at the bizutage (hazing) culture in French universities after three organisers of a welcome party at the University of Lille went on trial this week following the death of a student in 2021, who had allegedly been subjected to a hazing ritual.
A log fire might be a traditional part of life in rural France, but more and more communes are banning them because of health concerns - we talk through some alternatives.
And finally, we go over a few of the French noises native speakers make to emphasise a point - the 101 guide to make you sound like a local!
Talking France is a free podcast made possible by the support of paying members of The Local - you can find out more about subscribing here.
Comments (1)