Do the French need to work harder and why is Nice the place to move to?

For this week's big talking points we'll look at what's happening on May Day in France, why French bakers are up in arms this year and whether there'll be any riots.And the future of France is at stake, according to the French PM and he's blaming the French for not working hard enough. We'll find out what needs to happen for France to be saved.And we'll hear why Americans are all moving to the French Riviera, why French doctors are not helping find a cure for the country's health problems and..... and .... whether ants in France could give you an electric shock.Yep stay to the end to find out exactly what I'm talking about.Ben McPartland your host is joined by.... the team from The Local France Emma Pearson, Gen Mansfield and John Lichfield.Articles to read: Demos and flowers: What May 1st really means to the FrenchWhat to expect from France's 2025 May Day protestsFrance debates stricter rules on doctors' practices in order to combat 'medical deserts'OPINION: French doctors cannot avoid regulation for everIs France really planning a 'tax raid' on pensioners?'A really efficient city': Why more and more Americans are moving to NiceAnt warning over France's Linky electricity meters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Talking France is The Local’s weekly podcast where we discuss the big news and talking points in France as well as explore and explain the major issues that impact life in the country. We also answer your essential questions and look ahead at what’s coming up.In each episode presenter Ben McPartland chats about the most important news and must-know information with The Local France’s Emma Pearson and Genevieve Mansfield. They are also frequently joined by John Lichfield, a veteran journalist whose knowledge of French news and politics is second to none, as well as other expert commentators.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.