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A quirky, insider's guide to understanding France and the French, from the sublime to the ridiculous. Thursday at 1:45pm. And join us for French Connections Plus on the last Thursday of the month at 4:15pm.

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    Keeping cool: How French cities are adapting to extreme heat

    If you've spent any time in France recently, you'll have noticed it has gotten warmer – especially in French cities. Why do cities suffer more, and what are big urban areas doing to combat the effects of climate change? Finally, how do people keep cool during a heatwave, and why are the French so resistant to air conditioning? We take a closer look in this edition of French Connections.

    6 min

  2. 11 juni ·  Video

    France’s villages: Life beyond the postcard

    This week, we step away from the headlines and out of the city to focus on French villages. There is a deeply rooted romantic image of village life: a stone church, a sleepy square, a small café. But what is life really like in French villages today? Like in many countries, rural France has seen populations decline, and many residents say daily life can be challenging. While some villages rely on their beauty to attract visitors, others stand out for something else entirely – their names. We take a look at some of the quirkiest on the map.

    6 min

  3. 4 juni ·  Video

    The art of the apéro: Exploring how France unwinds

    This week we’re taking a look at a much-loved pillar of French culture: apéro. This ritual gathering takes place before dinner, typically between 6pm and 8pm, it’s a moment when friends, family, neighbors, or colleagues meet for drinks and snacks. A majority of French people say it’s part of their national heritage. So what do people drink and eat? And what are the etiquette rules to this beloved tradition?

    6 min

  4. 28 maj ·  Video

    Paris neighbourhoods: The underrated 14th arrondissement

    In this edition of French Connections, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot continue their tour of Paris with a stop in the most underrated district of the capital: the 14th arrondissement. Calm and residential, most tourists won't make the journey to this southern edge of the Left Bank, but it's definitely worth a trip if you want a delightful taste of behind-the-scenes Paris. Here you'll find a village feel with cosy streets, hidden alleys and quirky sights... not to mention 6 million skeletons beneath your feet in the Paris Catacombs! Join us as we wander around the quatorzième arrondissement.

    13 min

  5. 30 apr. ·  Video

    Paris neighbourhoods: Exploring the massive 17th arrondissement

    In this edition of French Connections, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot continue their tour of Paris with a stop in a massive Parisian arrondissement – the 17th! We get a behind-the-scenes look at Napoléon's iconic Arc de Triomphe and discover the man who helped shape the 17th and most of Paris: Baron Haussmann. Whether it's Haussmannian apartment blocks or a giant glass tower dominating the landscape, the 17th also has some of the most diverse architecture in the French capital. Join us as we take you on a tour of this underrated district of Paris.

    13 min

  6. 23 apr. ·  Video

    Genius & gadgets: French inventions that changed the world

    This week we take a step back from the news and focus on something a little different: French inventions. But we're not just talking about gadgets. Beyond the baguette and beret, France is behind some very impactful inventions, in fields as varied as medicine, fashion and transport. We bring you a glimpse of the wide variety of things we owe to France.

    7 min

  7. 16 apr. ·  Video

    The heartbeat of France: Fanfare culture

    This week in French Connections we take a step away from the news and focus on France's love for a specific type of musical ensemble, known as a fanfare. Somewhere between a marching band and a brass band, "la fanfare" is an institution in France and it says a lot about the country because its history partially mirrors the history of France. Join us for a closer look inside the country's loudest tradition.

    7 min

  8. 2 apr. ·  Video

    Nuclear power: Why did France put the atom at the heart of its energy strategy?

    In this week’s show, we turn the spotlight on France’s appetite for nuclear energy. It is one of the most nuclear-dependent countries in the world, with atomic power at the heart of its national energy strategy. When – and why – did France decide to bet so heavily on the atom? For decades, nuclear energy has been seen not just as a source of power, but as a cornerstone of national sovereignty. But is it really a “cleaner” source of energy?

    7 min
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A quirky, insider's guide to understanding France and the French, from the sublime to the ridiculous. Thursday at 1:45pm. And join us for French Connections Plus on the last Thursday of the month at 4:15pm.

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    2020 - 2026
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