Talking France
By The Local 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 French news and politics is second to none, as well as other expert commentators.
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Latest episode
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So who'll be the next president of France and three French laws you should know
Plus what impact will Trump's tariff turmoil have on France? -
What now for Le Pen after bombshell verdict and France's favourite dishes revealed
Will Marine Le Pen be able to enter the 2027 French presidential race? -
Le Pen faces moment of truth, Ryanair's threat and McDonald's sets sights on rural France
What happened to Ryanair's threat to quit France? -
Why the US can be grateful to the French, France's tremor threat and avoiding ETA scams
And when will foreigners in France get digital ID? -
How France can revive village life and the historic menace lurking under French soil
Plus is Macron making the most of the international crisis? -
Can Macron keep Trump on Europe's side and will France see a tourism backlash?
And the story of the 102-year-old Albert who is suing the French government -
What does it mean to be French and how will France's budget impact you?
Plus what you shouldn't do on French trains if you don't want to be fined. -
The French mineral water scandal, Alps travel headaches and solving 'tu' versus 'vous'
Plus the secret for how to use "tu" and "vous" -
Macron’s mega Louvre revamp explained and full speed ahead for rural France
Plus how French cities are battling cruise ships -
Why France must act to avoid being ‘crushed’ and French census stirs anger
Plus an update to French language test changes you need to know