The Talking France podcast is back with an episode looking at the political storm that has erupted following the death of an 11-year-old girl, what France’s population could look like by 2070, and which region offers the better quality of life: Normandy or Brittany.
Host Ben McPartland is joined by The Local France’s Emma Pearson, Emma Albright, political expert John Lichfield, and special guest Katy Wright for a look at all the latest news and talking points from France.Â
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We begin by discussing the horrible case of the killing of 11-year-old Lyhanna, which has revealed major flaws in the country’s judicial system that have left the government under pressure.Â
We then take a look at what France could look like in 2070, based on a recent report from the national statistics office, INSEE. Current demographic trends point to a significant population decline, raising questions about the potential impact on immigration, birth rates and the economy.Â
Brittany and Normandy have long been rivals – from food and culture to scenery and beaches. Joining us from Brittany, guest speaker Katy Wright compares the two regions and weighs in on the question: which is the better place to live? With a contribution from Normandy-based John Lichfield.
And with the men’s football World Cup beginning, we finish off this week’s episode with some chants, classic supporter songs, and essential football vocabulary for anyone cheering on France.
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