Buying property in Paris (and France, in general) isn’t easy. Aside from the dreaded French admin, there is a whole …
Moving to France
A trip down memory lane: Paris in the 1980s, 70s and 60s
Long-time residents in Paris share their first impressions of the city from the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Join us on a trip through time.
An American in Paris: Starting afresh in the City of Light
Anna Kloots moved to Paris in 2020. But despite the troubling times, she has shone a positive light on the city with her daily adventures and thirst for the City of Love.
Renovating a chateau in the French countryside
New episode: It’s Julie from French Manoir, talking about nightmare renovations, chateau history, and life as the only Asian in her village.
All you need to know about my memoir: Paris On Air
New episode: I wrote a book! Here’s the inside word on my Paris memoir (and how you can order a copy).
Australians making a mark in France (and pictures from the live show)
It’s the audio, the video, and the photos from the big event at the Australian ambassador’s residence!
Five culture shocks you’ll face in Paris
New episode: Paris is a unique city full of its own little quirks. American psychologist John Clarke shares some of the culture shocks he’s experienced since moving to Paris.
Eight things you should NEVER do in Paris
New episode: Here are the things you should never do in France, featuring YouTuber Jay Swanson.
How hard is it to become a French citizen?
New episode: One man’s tale of becoming a French citizen, featuring tough quiz questions, reams of paperwork, and tricky officials.
Meet the American man announcing basketball for French TV
New episode: Meet George Eddy, the American man who calls the NBA basketball, the Superbowl, and the Olympics – all in French.
The struggles of moving to Paris as an expat
New episode: Matt Kepnes from Nomadic Matt talks about the difficulties of moving to Paris as an expat.
David Lebovitz chats about his latest book L’Appart from inside his kitchen
VIDEO: Chef David Lebovitz talking about his latest book, L’Appart, from inside his recently renovated kitchen.
The golden rules for renting a place in Paris
New blog and podcast episode: If you’re thinking of renting a place in Paris, be warned that it’s no walk in the park. Here are some tips from Adrian Leeds, together with the story of one man’s gruelling affair trying to find a home of his own.
How I raised a French child (as an American)
New episode: The challenges of bringing up a child in France, according to an American mother in Carcassonne.
How and why I retired in France
Podcast episode: A chat with British retiree Kev on why he chose to move to France.
How, where, and why you should buy a home in Paris
With Paris real estate guru Adrian Leeds.