The Talking France podcast is back from its summer break for a new season looking at all the latest news and talking points from France - from why French property taxes are rising to the reasons for France's abaya ban and everything you need to know about French lunch culture.
After the wave of violence, riots and looting that has swept the country, the latest Talking France episode takes an in-depth look at what really happened, why there is so much anger in France's suburbs and what this all means for the future of the country - as well as what to expect in France this summer and how quickly kids really learn French.
The Talking France podcast is back, amid rising tensions in France over the killing of a 17-year-old boy by police. Also covered is the far-right figure appointed editor of one of the country's biggest newspapers, how drought restrictions may affect summer holidays, rules on drinking in public and the 'best French road trip' route.
The Talking France podcast is back looking at all the latest news and talking points from France - from the 'scandal' of Emmanuel Macron drinking a beer to the real problems of rural France, via off-the-beaten-track tourist sites, body parts in the Paris panthéon and - since it's summer - baring all on the beach.
The Talking France podcast is back with a new episode looking at what's going on in France - from the political fallout from the Annecy attack and the controversy over the destruction of ancient stones at Carnac to the summer weather forecast, the importance of philosophy in France and some tips for activities.
The Talking France podcast is back with a new episode looking at whether French pension strikes are truly over, the town mayor who is increasing water bills and the pitfalls of 90-day rule 'loopholes' - and as is it's now summer we're looking at the issue of air conditioning in France, plus some tips to make the most of the season.
The Talking France podcast is back with an episode that moves from the rise of the French far-right to 'Champagne wars' between France and the US, train tickets to Ireland, ID for foreigners and why there are so many second homes in France.
The Talking France podcast is back with a new episode looking at all the news and talking points from France - from delays at border control to car-free French cities and the huge row over France's new immigration bill, via weird traditions on the Franco-Spanish border and the latest on the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
The Talking France podcast is back with a look at France's big business news, tax cuts for the middle class, an Airbnb warning for property owners and whether French drivers are as bad as their international reputation suggests.
The Talking France podcast is back for a new series looking at all the latest talking points from France - from an EU flag row to whether French workers deserve their 'lazy' reputation, via vineyard tours, airline strikes and the French resistance (with a tiny bit of Eurovision fun).
Talking France is back looking at the big talking points in France this week - from the likelihood of another French Revolution to the country's singing tradition, via rural internet access and how living in France is likely to change your habits and philosophy of life.
The Local's Talking France is back taking a look at what we're talking about in France this week - from tax tips and the complicated workings of the Constitutional Council to strikes latest, France's 35,000 mayors and French town nicknames.
The Talking France podcast is back with a look at everything that we're talking about in France right now - from the government minister's Playboy shoot to whether Marseille deserves its 'dangerous' reputation and why this summer could be a great time to buy French property.
The Talking France podcast is back with an episode looking at the recent outbreaks of violence in French cities and why it seems that protest so often takes a violent turn in France, as well as practical jokes, tips on settling in and whether France is a good country for women.
The Talking France podcast is back with a special episode looking - of course - at the political crisis engulfing France. From parliament to street protests, we'll be looking at what is going on in France, what happens next and whether tourists should be worried.
The Talking France podcast is back with a bumper-length episode looking at what's going on in France - from the last gasp pension strikes to free chickens, swimming in the Seine to hijab rules and everything you need to know about the French language.
The Talking France podcast is back with a look at all things French and France-related - from dinnertime to strikes, CCTV to TV, how to get tickets for the Paris Olympics and three French islands to visit this summer.
The Local's Talking France podcast is back with a new episode that looks at two great French preoccupations - wine and health - as well as visas, the famed French playwright Molière and a delicate piece of France's history.
The Talking France podcast is diving into why so many are choosing to leave Paris, as well as how easy it is for foreigners to become French, and the best tips, from our team and language expert Camille Chevalier-Karfis, for how you can learn French.
The Talking France podcast is back looking at all the latest news in France from strikes to tourism restrictions, as well as asking the big questions; do French 'holiday zones' make any sense at all? And are the French really 'stroppy teenagers' in relation to the State?
The Talking France podcast is back looking at two enduring stereotypes about the French - rudeness and sexy charm - as well as the latest on the pension strikes, the theme park that's causing a political row and how French pensions work for foreigners.
The Talking France podcast is back with a new episode that ranges from pension strikes and property taxes to comic books, film stars and what to order in French restaurants.
As France heads into a major confrontation between the government and unions, we're back with a 'strike special' episode of Talking France answering questions like - how long will the current strikes go on for? Do the unions have the power to defeat the government? And should I cancel my holiday to France?
The Talking France podcast is back for series five tackling all the big issues in France - from pension reform and the threat of violence from the far right to ski holidays, Emmanuel Macron's love life and a game to play in Paris.
This week's episode of Talking France is dedicated to what will change in the country in 2023 from politics and price rises to travel rules and transport changes.
