Talking France

The French mineral water scandal, Alps travel headaches and solving 'tu' versus 'vous'


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On the bill this week, we get the latest on the forecast for how long the French PM will last as he tries to navigate the government through evermore turbulent waters.


And speaking of water we'll also hear about a potentially huge scandal involving French eau mineral - or mineral water. 


We'll look at potential problems for the thousands of skiers heading to the FRench Alps this February including: ginormous boulders rolling off the mountainside.


And we'll try to solve the age old riddle for French language learners which is whether to use "tu" or "vous". I promise I think we've cracked it.


And it's five years since Brexit but that doesn't mean everything is settled for Brits in France. We'll look ahead to some potential headaches and hurdles in 2025.


Host Ben McPartland is joined by esteemed regular guests this week: Emma Pearson, Gen Mansfield and John Lichfield.


Extra reading:


  • OPINION: France's crafty PM may just pull off a Columbo-style surprise
  • What to know if you are going skiing in the French Alps this February
  • How to check the water quality in your French commune
  • France allowed Nestlé to use banned filter for bottled water
  • What are the rules on using 'tu' and 'vous' in modern France?
  • It's five years since Brexit but problems lie ahead for Brits in Europe


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