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There’s a lot more to France than just Paris

March 4, 2019January 13, 2020 Oliver Gee

Don’t come to France without leaving Paris, says this week’s guest Annie Sargent from the Join Us in France podcast.

Books about Paris / Moving to France / Understanding the French

David Lebovitz chats about his latest book L’Appart from inside his kitchen

February 27, 2019April 8, 2019 Oliver Gee

VIDEO: Chef David Lebovitz talking about his latest book, L’Appart, from inside his recently renovated kitchen.

Paris secrets

How I got into the Notre Dame after hours (and how you can too)

February 22, 2019November 8, 2019 Oliver Gee

Join me for a look inside the Notre Dame Cathedral after all the tourists had gone home.

Language

How to say ‘I love you’ in French

February 14, 2019January 4, 2020 Oliver Gee

On this bonus podcast episode it’s my favourite language teacher, Camille from French Today. We recorded it for Valentine’s Day …

Food and drink

How to splurge in Paris (without breaking the bank)

February 11, 2019January 13, 2020 Oliver Gee

You hear a lot of talking about how to save money in Paris. But this week, it’s all about how to spend, with tips from luxury travel writer Leah Walker.

Entertainment

The 7 wonders of Paris (in seven live videos)

February 8, 2019April 8, 2019 Oliver Gee

Here come seven live videos, with seven great guests, at seven amazing Paris spots. And yes, the Eiffel Tower will be featured too.

Entertainment

Gay Paris and where to find X-rated baguettes

February 6, 2019January 13, 2020 Oliver Gee

Gay Paris: What’s it all about? This week’s guest is Bryan Pirolli, a tour guide who specializes in the gay side of the French capital.

Paris secrets

18 really cool things to find in Montmartre

January 31, 2019November 25, 2020 Oliver Gee

I’ve just moved to Montmartre. Right in the very middle of it all. And by my count, there are 18 …

Entertainment

My life as a Moulin Rouge showgirl

January 28, 2019January 13, 2020 Oliver Gee

Get your dancing shoes on because we’re off to the Moulin Rouge this week! Today’s guest is Amanda Chapman, one of the lead dancers at the world’s most famous cabaret.

Language

Tips for speaking French if you’re a beginner

January 24, 2019January 13, 2020 Oliver Gee

French beginner? Here are some tips from a leading expert on how to tackle the French language. Good luck!

Paris secrets

The most interesting thing to find in all 20 Paris arrondissements

January 22, 2019November 8, 2019 Oliver Gee

Here’s the most interesting thing to find in each Paris arrondissement, according to one of the city’s top tour guides.

Paris secrets

Eight things to find in Paris if you’re a history nerd

January 14, 2019November 8, 2019 Oliver Gee

This week’s guest is Beckett Graham of The History Chicks podcast. It’s her first time in Paris and I was …

Food and drink

Ten top places to eat and drink in Paris (from Paris in Four Months)

January 8, 2019November 8, 2019 Oliver Gee

Here are ten great places to eat and drink in Paris, according to Carin Olsson from Paris in Four Months.

Entertainment / Paris secrets

I walked through 20 Paris arrondissements in 20 consecutive days: Here are 20 things I learned

January 4, 2019November 8, 2019 Oliver Gee

Here are 20 facts about Paris you probably didn’t know.

Entertainment

The Earful Tower wins ‘The best podcast in Paris 2018’

December 20, 2018December 20, 2018 Oliver Gee

NEW BLOG POST: It’s official! The Earful Tower won! Here’s a look back at a wonderful 2018 and a look ahead to the new year.

Entertainment / Understanding the French

Six culture shocks you may face in France

December 19, 2018December 19, 2018 Oliver Gee

France is different. There’s no denying it. Here are a few culture shocks you’re likely to come across, thanks to special guest Rosie from Not Even French.

Food and drink

David Lebovitz talks about his new book, Christmas in Paris, and how to make quiche

December 10, 2018December 11, 2018 Oliver Gee

NEW EPISODE! It’s the 100th episode of The Earful Tower podcast. To mark it, celebrity chef David Lebovitz came into the studio for a chat about food, Christmas, and Paris.

Entertainment / Understanding the French

Why are women so overlooked in France’s history?

December 3, 2018December 3, 2018 Oliver Gee

New podcast episode: Talking X-rated Marie Antoinette facts and why women are glossed over in France’s history with Heidi Evans from Women of Paris.

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Meet Oliver Gee

Hello! I’m Oliver Gee, the guy behind The Earful Tower – which is a podcast, videos, and blog posts about Paris and France. I wrote Paris On Air and more recently Kylie the Crocodile.

I started this podcast in 2017 as a side gig – and now it’s among the top travel podcasts on Earth! Welcome to my website!

Kylie the Crocodile!

Grab our children’s book about a crocodile in the canals of Paris! Click here for a copy.

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Paris On Air: A Memoir

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