In this week's episode of Talking France we'll find out why history was made at the Palais de Versailles and why the famous site is far more than just a tourist attraction. We'll also look at why one American sport has become so popular in France, what foreigners do to blend in with the locals in France and where you can find quality but affordable restaurants near you. And we'll also explore why France has a love for consumer regulations and how they impact shoppers.
Ben McPartland your host is joined by the team from The Local France Emma Pearson, Gen Mansfield and John Lichfield.
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The rising costs of second homes in France and how Franco-Irish links have strengthened since Brexit
Border queues, immigration row and how French cities are pushing out cars
French driving laws explained and has Macron made France more attractive?
The myth about France's 'lazy' workers and Ryanair takes on French air traffic controllers
How living in France changes you and is 'revolution in the air' after pensions revolt?
France awaits pension verdict, tips for declaring taxes and the importance of French mayors
Is now the time to buy property in France, a minister's Playboy scandal and how dangerous is Marseille?
ANALYSIS: Who is to blame for the turmoil in France and when will calm return? (Bonus episode)
Why French protests turn so violent and is France a good country for women?
French political crisis deepens and what's so difficult about settling in France?
Property tax hikes, swimming in the Seine and just how important is the French language?
Pension battle set for climax, why the French appreciate privacy and three islands to visit this summer
What's wrong with the famed French health service and is France losing its taste for wine?
Why so many Parisians are quitting Paris and how easy is it to become French?
Are the French 'ungrateful teenagers', crunch time for strikes and France's beauty spots to avoid?
Pension strikes to intensify, Vendée rebels and the myth of the 'sexy French'
France’s ‘alarming’ sexism problem, property taxes and what’s next for pension strikes?
Will mass strikes bring France to a halt in the 'mother of all battles' ahead?
France faces major strikes, new French driving laws and the menace of far right violence
What's in store for France in 2023 from travel rules to political flare-ups
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