The Macron-Mbappé 'bromance', the best Gallic spirits and what makes a French Christmas?

It's another jam-packed episode on Talking France featuring the aftermath of the World Cup final including why French president Emmanuel Macron was accused of being “offside”.

Article: ‘Offside’?: Macron’s World Cup final support divides opinion

We tell you how your finances could change in France now that the budget has finally passed and introduce you to the World’s richest man - yep he’s a Frenchman and we’ll also hear about a Frenchwoman who is perhaps the most stereotypical Parisian ever on TV.

Did you know that France has 12 different time zones? - We explain why.

Article: 'Confetti of an empire': France's overseas territories explained

And of course it’s Christmas and in France that means rows about religion, sea food banquets and only one day off.

Article: What does laicité (secularism) really mean in France?

And to help you digest all this new information we’ll end the episode in good Gallic spirits - stay tuned to the end to find out what I’m talking about.

Article: Gallic spirits: 17 of the best French digestifs

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