Best of World Radio Paris (WRP)

On today’s episode we are talking all things Provence. This southern region in France is unparalleled in its majesty and atmosphere. But how to best describe Provence? For us, it conjures images of lavender fields, olives and spectacular scenery bathed in a unique muted light. Geographically-speaking, Provence is the southeastern part of France, which borders Italy and the Mediterranean Sea.

Should chocolate be an everyday item? How much should it cost? How challenging is it to run a chocolate shop? All of those questions get answers with Jade Genin, chocolatière and daughter of Jacques Genin, whose shop on Avenue de l'Opéra in Paris approaches chocolate a bit differently.

This week on Where to Go Out in Paris, Mamie Colette takes the spotlight: A cosy

French dinner spot tucked into the charming streets of Montmartre, offering

comforting, well-executed dishes in a warm, intimate setting. Perfect for relaxed

evenings, date nights, or a quiet meal after exploring the hilltop views — with

Abbesses and Lamarck-Caulaincourt nearby.

In this episode of Turning Points, Patricia Killeen welcomes John Buckley McQuaid, a modern-day storyteller, poet and songwriter in the great Irish bardic tradition.

Born in Dublin and now based in Denmark, John is a singer with a powerful voice and is a gifted writer of lyrics, songs and fairy tales. Performing “live” with guitar and video backing, he brings passion, warmth and Celtic humour to the stage, engaging and charming audiences wherever he goes.

Over the years, John has performed in clubs, pubs, museums, prisons, schools and festivals all across Europe. He is also a prolific painter and has exhibited his work widely, often combining exhibitions with live concerts.

Through his songs, videos and paintings, John creates a vibrant and colourful universe filled with imagination, hope and optimism, which is difficult to describe but wonderful to experience.

John Buckley McQuaid will be performing at The Dissident Club, 58 Rue Richer, 75009 Paris.

Music: https://johnbuckleymcquaid.bandcamp.com/

Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@johnbuckleymcquaid/videos

Art: https://www.flickr.com/photos/johnbuckleymcquaid/

This week on Where to Go Out in Paris, Matcha66 takes the spotlight: A minimalist

and calming matcha café in the 3rd arrondissement, known for its high-quality drinks,

soft aesthetic, and peaceful atmosphere. Perfect for slow afternoons, solo breaks, or

catching up with friends in one of Paris’s trendiest neighbourhoods — with Temple

and Arts et Métiers just a short walk away.

This week on Book Talk with Clara, Better Than the Movies takes the spotlight: A

charming, rom-com-inspired coming-of-age story about a girl obsessed with movie-

style love who slowly discovers that real relationships don’t follow a script. Light,

funny, and full of heart, it’s the perfect feel-good read about growing up, letting go

of fantasy, and finding unexpected love — with a sequel waiting in Nothing Like the

Movies.

Wild Angles is a creative collective and we share our stories and memories around a theme which is different for every episode. We accompany our thoughts with a song or piece of music that we relate to the episode theme.

In this episode, Eileen Jackson speaks with Andy Thomas who is a world renowned researcher, author and lecturer on histories and mysteries. After a few years working in civil service, he went into the music business, composing and recording electronic music along with ventures in acting and learning stage techniques. Pursuant to an extraordinary experience first hand observing Crop Circles, his life started evolving towards researching, publishing, and speaking. In 1991, he initiated a lecture series, called “Changing Times” that continues til this day. He also co-organises the Annual Glastonbury Symposium, a gathering of international figures who speak on truth, mysteries and new frontiers. For over three and a half decades, he has given myriad presentations worldwide. On his new radio show “Expand your horizons” he invites people from many walks of life to explore different topics and, in particular, freedom issues. His last book, “Strange: Paranormal Realities in the Everyday World” came out in French in June 2026, « Etrange : Quand le paranormal surgit dans le quotidien. » In this book, he recounts testimonies of paranormal stories with fresh perspectives about the occurrence of unexplained mysteries in everyday life.

Website https://truthagenda.org/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/andythomasnewheretics/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063763838039

In this show, Charles Daniel McDonald critiques the runways of Paris Couture Fashion Week autumn / winter 2026, live from the Paris studio. https://www.forcmagazine.com/

A focus on books, movies, and music, hosted by Terrance Gelenter.