The myth about France's 'lazy' workers and Ryanair takes on French air traffic controllers
Is there any truth to the cliché that France's workers are lazy and could Ryanair and Easyjet limit French air traffic control strikes? These are just two of the topics we will tackle in the first ep...
11 Maj 202337min
How living in France changes you and is 'revolution in the air' after pensions revolt?
Is there a whiff of revolution in the air in France after months of protests and strikes and how does living in the country change your habits?This week we have another jam-packed show and we starting...
20 Apr 202337min
France awaits pension verdict, tips for declaring taxes and the importance of French mayors
Welcome to our latest episode of Talking France - a weekly podcast by The Local. If you enjoy the podcast please take the time to leave a review on Apple, Spotify or Google or if you have any feedback...
13 Apr 202334min
Is now the time to buy property in France, a minister's Playboy scandal and how dangerous is Marseille?
Welcome to a new episode of Talking France.As always this week, we get stuck into the big issues that are making the news in France. That means finding out why a French minister exposed herself to a b...
6 Apr 202336min
ANALYSIS: Who is to blame for the turmoil in France and when will calm return? (Bonus episode)
Welcome to a special bonus episode of Talking France.If this is your first time listening to Talking France you should check out our regular weekly podcast which looks at a wide range of news, talking...
1 Apr 202318min
Why French protests turn so violent and is France a good country for women?
Welcome to a new episode of Talking France, a podcast produced by The Local, made possible by our members. If you like the podcast please take a moment to leave a review on the platform where you list...
30 Mars 202336min
French political crisis deepens and what's so difficult about settling in France?
Welcome to a new episode of Talking France, a podcast by The Local, for anyone interested in what’s going on in France.And right now there’s a lot going on in France.For example, an almighty political...
22 Mars 202333min
Property tax hikes, swimming in the Seine and just how important is the French language?
There is always a lot to talk about in France and this week’s episode is brimming with important issues and changes that listeners will be keen to know about.As rubbish piles up on the streets of Pari...
16 Mars 202337min
