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Riviera

Five golden rules for visiting the French Riviera

May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 Oliver Gee

How to make the most of a visit to the French Riviera.

To do in Paris

12 things to do on a rainy day in Paris

May 10, 2023April 9, 2024 Oliver Gee

Here are 12 of our favourite ways to make the most of a rainy day in Paris.

Paris secrets

Six In-Seine Paris secrets from six Paris experts

April 21, 2023November 6, 2023 Oliver Gee

Here are Paris secrets to take you beyond the tourists in the City of Light.

To do in Paris

IN PICS: A private boat ride on the Seine

April 20, 2023April 20, 2023 Oliver Gee

We took a Seine cruise on a beautiful wooden speedboat. Here’s what it looked like.

Members Only

Making gin, roasting coffee, Paris markets and the river Seine: Two new walk show videos and new photos (Members Only)

April 7, 2023April 7, 2023 Oliver Gee

Members Only: Here are two video replays from my live streams in the 12th arrondissement this week. They feature an exploration of a marketplace and a stroll along a little-known marina (and much more).

Food and drink

The insider’s guide to an ancient Paris market

April 4, 2023April 7, 2023 Oliver Gee

We’re taking a stroll through the bustling marché Beauvau in the 12th arrondissement with our special guest, Joseph Loughney, owner of the Early Bird Cafe.

Food and drink

Gin is booming in Paris! Meet two guys making it

March 29, 2023April 11, 2023 Oliver Gee

It’s gin o’clock! Did you know gin is getting popular in Paris? Here’s a chat with a young man who opened a distillery in the viaduct des arts.

Food and drink

How to make your own chocolate in Paris

March 21, 2023April 7, 2023 Oliver Gee

This week on The Earful Tower podcast we’re talking about chocolate. And who better to explain it all than special …

Food and drink

Six classic restaurants on the Left Bank of Paris

March 14, 2023November 14, 2023 Oliver Gee

Here are six restaurants to find on the Left Bank of Paris, as recommended by renowned author John Baxter.

Entertainment

How to visit the charming Paris street Rue Cler

February 27, 2023February 27, 2023 Oliver Gee

Here are some tips for visiting rue Cler… from two locals taking one last walk down this lovely street.

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Rue Montorgueil: A 30-minute video walk down the street and lots more photos (Members Only)

February 21, 2023February 21, 2023 Oliver Gee

Members Only: The replay of our video walk along rue Montorgueil and many more pictures.

First time to Paris

How to visit the charming Paris street Rue Montorgueil

February 20, 2023April 11, 2023 Oliver Gee

Five things to do on the Paris market street rue Montorgueil.

Entertainment

Inside the Paris shop with over 1,000 canes

February 13, 2023February 18, 2023 Oliver Gee

Have you ever seen this many walking sticks?

To do in Paris

Ten things to do on your FIFTH trip to Paris

February 9, 2023February 9, 2023 Oliver Gee

Here are ten things to do in Paris for your fifth trip. What did we miss?

Members Only

Tracing the Bievre: The lost river of Paris. Pictures, maps, and a live video replay (members only)

February 7, 2023February 7, 2023 Oliver Gee

Last week I hosted a Bievre River Adventure Walk. Fifteen Patreon members joined me and Lina for the exploration… here’s a recap of what happened for all the Patrons who missed out.

Entertainment

The comedy of living in Paris

February 6, 2023February 6, 2023 Oliver Gee

Comedian Sarah Donnelly joins the podcast to talk about the funny side to life in Paris, her new show, and a star-studded session of name dropping.

To do in Paris

Ten things to do on your FOURTH trip to Paris

February 3, 2023February 3, 2023 Oliver Gee

Travel ideas when you already know the Paris basics. Museums, restaurants, parks, and more!

To do in France

French Antiques: From Provence to the world

January 30, 2023January 30, 2024 Oliver Gee

Meet Susannah and Hugh Cameron, antique curators from Australia who run a French antique business from Provence.

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What is The Earful Tower?

The Earful Tower is a channel about Paris and France, hosted by Oliver Gee since 2016.

  • 4.5 million podcast downloads
  • 1.3 million readers a year
  • 200,000 followers
  • 100,000 regular listeners

The New York Times said it’s one of the world’s “most transportive” podcasts.

We share Paris via walking tours, videos, blog posts, social media, and a popular Substack newsletter. We even make Paris-themed children’s books. And our member club opens a whole world of bonus Paris content.

Welcome to The Earful Tower’s official website. Why not start with the latest YouTube video below?

The Earful Tower’s PDF Guide To Paris

Here’s The Earful Tower’s 2026 PDF guide to Paris. All the tips you need for a visit to the City of Light. Buy it now for €29.99 and you’ll get it automatically in an email.

Click here to purchase the PDF guide.

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If you like what you see, but are itching for more, become a member and get all the bonus content, including our PDF guide to Paris for free. Check it all out on Patreon here or Substack here.

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