Talking 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 Emma Albright. 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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Will the French turn out to vote and what has Macron done for France?

With three weeks to go until the first round of the French election, The Local France team plus guest experts John Lichfield and Adam Plowright discuss abstention levels, Macron's legacy for France an...

22 Mars 202236min

Has France become more far-right, and is Macron panicking about petrol?

In this week's episode, host Ben McPartland is joined by The Local France's editor Emma Pearson who brings us up to date on the latest news and talking points with just four weeks to go before the fir...

15 Mars 202237min

Has Putin guaranteed Macron victory, and how worried should France be about rising prices?

As France prepares for a battle over its political soul - and maybe also the future of Europe - The Local is launching a special election podcast featuring our expert columnist John Lichfield. We’ll a...

8 Mars 202233min

The teetering front républicain, and why two rounds?

As France prepares for a battle over its political soul - and maybe also the future of Europe - The Local has launched a special election podcast featuring our expert columnist John Lichfield. You can...

11 Feb 202226min