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24 Episodes

  1. Paris neighbourhoods: Discovering the sophisticated 7th arrondissement

    Published: 4/24/2025
  2. Flying bells! How the French celebrate Easter

    Published: 4/17/2025
  3. Red bible: How the Michelin Guide rules the restaurant scene

    Published: 4/10/2025
  4. Paris neighbourhoods: Exploring the trendy and iconic 4th arrondissement

    Published: 3/27/2025
  5. Becoming French: What it takes to become a citizen in France

    Published: 3/20/2025
  6. International relations: Why France matters on the world stage

    Published: 3/6/2025
  7. Paris neighbourhoods: Exploring the eclectic 2nd arrondissement

    Published: 2/27/2025
  8. Born to revolt? A closer look at striking culture in France

    Published: 2/20/2025
  9. The ninth art: Exploring France's love of 'la bande dessinée'

    Published: 2/6/2025
  10. Paris neighbourhoods: Discovering the upscale 16th arrondissement

    Published: 1/23/2025
  11. Local lingo: Exploring French slang and 'verlan'

    Published: 1/16/2025
  12. Corsica: Understanding France's complex relationship with its 'island of beauty'

    Published: 1/9/2025
  13. Unwrapping Christmas celebrations in France

    Published: 12/19/2024
  14. Is France a civil servant’s paradise?

    Published: 12/12/2024
  15. Paris's 'old lady': Fun facts about Notre-Dame Cathedral

    Published: 12/5/2024
  16. Paris neighbourhoods: Discovering the 13th arrondissement and Chinatown

    Published: 11/28/2024
  17. Let's talk about sex: Undressing French bedroom habits

    Published: 11/21/2024
  18. Paris neighbourhoods: Exploring Père-Lachaise cemetery and the 20th arrondissement

    Published: 10/24/2024
  19. Hunting: France's divisive, third-favourite pastime

    Published: 10/17/2024
  20. Is it becoming impossible to drive in Paris?

    Published: 10/3/2024

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