If the words “French Revolution” seem daunting to you, then you’re not alone. It would take a whole series of …
Understanding the French
Cheese Carnage: How an American’s cheese cutting divided a community
Who knew cutting French cheese could prompt such a reaction?
Is it just me… or is Paris going crazy for Halloween?
Halloween appears to have taken over Paris this year… here’s what I’ve seen.
An idiot’s guide to fashion in Paris
Fashion journalist and influencer Monica de La Villardière answers all my beginner questions about fashion in Paris.
Five things we learned from a Paris pregnancy
Five things we learned from a pregnancy in Paris.
A guide to the French tradition of the Apéro
Today it’s a chat with Veronique Savoye from France with Vero – talking all about the French apéro tradition.
How do the French celebrate Christmas?
Traditions, meals, markets, and music… Camille from French Today explains how the French celebrate Christmas.
Walking in Paris: Its past, present, and future
Tour guide Boris Petrovic discusses the history (and future) of walking in Paris, from Medieval times to the future plans for Greater Paris.
Caroline de Maigret on Parisian women, ageing, and Pigalle
New episode: Today’s chat is with model Caroline de Maigret, who has just published a book about ageing called Older But Better, But Older. We chat about the ninth arrondissement, fashion, and crepes!
An idiot’s guide to the French Revolution
New episode: It’s history podcaster Mike Duncan talking about the French Revolution in the simplest terms possible!
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).
Parisian men: Dating, sex, and fashion (according to a Parisian man)
New episode: We hear a lot about the almost mythical Parisian woman… but what about her male counterpart? Paris podcaster Greg Pouy shares his thoughts.
A meet with the Mayor of Montmartre
New episode: The Mayor of Montmartre talks wine, the village of Paris, and “no-go zones” in the 18th arrondissement.
August in Paris: Here come the tumbleweeds
New episode: It’s Anne Ditmeyer from Pret-a-Voyager talking about the mysterious month of August in Paris.
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.
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.
How to buy antiques at a Paris auction
New episode: We’re talking Paris antiques with a top auctioneer. How to find antiques, where to buy them, and what’s worth investing in.
Are the French really rude? Or is it the Americans?
New episode: Today I’m demystifying the French with author Janet Hulstrand.