Jeff and Julie Move to France (during a global pandemic)

In this week's offering, we explore the EU's decision to roll out the red carpet to scientists from around the world. There's a new French app which detects products made in the USA called, DéTrumpez-vous. And we checked out the "City of Hats", Caussade France.

The rains have moved on and we are in full spring swing. And along with a resumption of some long ignored yard work, we were able to squeeze in an enjoyable day-trip to nearby Castlemoron. Also on this week's show, we explore the history of the Conclave, as the Catholic Church searches for a new Pope.

After stumbling on to some fantastic wines from this appellation, we decided to visit Buzet. If you're looking for a softer French red to wean yourself off of anything from California, this is the region to try. Also, now is the time to set your traps for the Asian Hornet. Julie has the recipe.

We had a lot of fun with Chapter 155 of our podcast. Yes, we visited, and loved, the charming village of Villereal. However, we couldn't ignore a truly Canadian moment involving a federal leaders political debate and a hockey game.

Join us for our visit to the beautiful village of Clermont-Dessous, and the amazing restaurant, Maison Bleu. We also weigh in on Canada's Swearing index. See if your city made the list.

Currently, there's one polarizing topic which has affected everyone's day to day activities...the Trump tariffs. We will endeavor to make as much sense out of it as is humanly possible. Welcome to Liberation Day!!!

The 3rd annual Feria Agricole et Gourmande was held this past weekend in Villeneuve Sur Lot, and it was evident as to why this will continue to be a yearly occurence. Also on this week's Chapter, the origins of April Fools Day.

Since moving to France in 2020, we haven't seen our Canada in the news as much as now. We talk trade, the new PM and how the U.S. is affecting a lot of the attention that Canada is getting.

To celebrate our 150th podcast, we took a special trip. This week, we piled in the car and drove to beautiful Tourrettes sur Loup, with stops in Arles, Cannes and of course, Nice.

With summer travel brewing, we thought it would be a good idea to sit down with Richard Vanderlubbe of Trip Central to discuss options and trends.