Losing your French citizenship, energy ratings explained and is Monaco just for millionaires?
This week we explain everything from... France's famous Droit du Sol and why it's caused a political row, to how you could lose your newly acquired status as a French citizen.We look at the struggle o...
15 Feb 202437min
Eurostar faces more misery, defending Paris waiters and key questions on new French language tests
On the menu this week we look at whether more French cities will follow the lead of Paris by turning up the heat big fuel guzzling SUV vehicles plus we find out why Eurostar is facing more travel mise...
8 Feb 202433min
France's new language test rules explained and how will the farmers' 'siege of Paris' end?
The country’s farmers are staging a siege of Paris and no one quite knows how it’s going to play out, how long this siege will last for, or whether the country is headed for some serious unrest… again...
30 Jan 202432min
What next for farmers' revolt, France's baby problem and are French fries really French?
This week we explain the anger among French farmers that has led them to block motorways across the country. Who's to blame, how long will the road blocks go on for and how will it be resolved?We'll a...
25 Jan 202438min
What's Macron really up to, French private schools explained and are doggy bags ok in France?
In this week's episode we look at what's ahead for the next three years of Emmanuel Macron's presidency given that he has a new prime minister and a new government in place. We also find out where Fra...
18 Jan 202434min
Your questions answered: Why do people think the French aren't funny and can anyone stop Marine Le Pen?
In this special episode to kick off series 10 of Talking France we answer a selection of questions from our listeners including: Do the French have no sense of humour? Why are there so many speed came...
10 Jan 202431min
What to expect in France in 2024 from politics to travel news and the Olympic Games
This special episode of Talking France is dedicated entirely to looking ahead so you know what to expect in France in 2024.We'll try and answer some of the big questions about what lies ahead includin...
27 Dec 202328min
Does French immigration law spell bad news for foreigners and how Catholic is France?
France's controversial immigration bill has passed through parliament. It's been hailed as a victory for the ideas of the far right but just how bad is it for immigrants in France? We also look at whe...
21 Dec 202331min
