Presque Parisiennes Podcast

On Wolf Gang with Anne Wackernie and Rémy Falorni

Today Kelly talks with Anne and Rémy about their immersive live game.
Building your own business is not easy but with their vision, passion and determination Anne and Remy brought their dream to life! Listen to their adventure. 
They are waiting to take you on a journey to the medieval world of Wolf Gang! 
Find them online and reserve a place at  https://www.wolfgangparis.com
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We recorded this episode on 4th March 2025. The publication date of this episode is 18 March 2025..
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Praz Khanal.

On Feminist Activism in France with Inna Shevchenko

Listen to Dilara in conversation with Inna Shevchenko, leader of FEMEN movement, feminist activist, Ukranian political refugee, columnist and author.
We talk about what it means to be Parisian for a political refugee, the importance of continuing feminist activism in France, importance of Europe's support to Ukraine and Inna's recent book Une lettre de l'Est.
References:
Documentary
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We recorded this episode on 18 February 2025. The publication date of this episode is 4 March 2024.
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Praz Khanal.

Re-Release: The One About City of Love

Happy Valentine’s Day tout le monde! Today we continue our Love Series and tackle the history of why Paris is known as the city of love! Does Paris deserve its reputation of being the most romantic city of the world or is this just a marketing campaign? Let’s find out!
Romanticism movement
Romanticism in France
The True Story of Paris Love Lock Bridge
Golden Hour and Blue Hour for Paris
Paris After WWII - Fact, Fashion and Fantasy
Light at the end of the tunnel
Hermes: How WWII shortages led to the creation of an iconic brand
Publicité : quand le général de Gaulle, JJSS et Publicis décidaient de gaver le téléspectateur récalcitrant
Where does the 'romantic, sexy French' stereotype come from?
Paris Syndrome
How One Architect And A Little Hollywood Magic Turned Paris Into The City Of Love
Talking France Podcast
Why French Is Considered The Most Romantic Language In The World
Paris Je T’Aime
We recorded this episode on 7 January 2023, Les Blouses Blanches. The publication date of this episode is 14 February 2025.
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Praz Khanal.

Re-Release: The One About Libertine

Since Valentine’s Day is approaching, we wanted to re-release our libertine episode! Today’s episode is mostly about how love, sexuality and relationships are experienced in Paris in comparison to how people outside of Paris think we live them. Then next week we’ll talk about why Paris is considered as the city of love.
For today, we’re going to take a stab at multiple stereotypes and prove them to be right or wrong. Is it true that the French have multiple lovers? Are French men really good lovers and are French women hard to get? Let’s find out.
Navigating the French Podcast – Libertine
The 3 Reasons Why the French are Considered Good in Bed
In France, lots of people cheat on their spouses — but that's not necessarily a problem
French more accepting of infidelity than people in other countries
5 to 7 film
France is Top 1 country with nudist and naturist beaches
We recorded this episode on 7 January 2023, Les Blouses Blanches. The publication date of this episode is 4 February 2025.
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Praz Khanal.

On Producing Theatre in Paris with Iana Serena De Freitas Ribeiro

Listen to Kelly in conversation with Iana Serena De Freitas Ribeiro, co-founder of Theatre Les Pieds Nus , (with Bastien Ossart - Stage Director)
 
We talk about the magic of theatre, the challenges of producing theatre in Paris, our love of Cyrano de Bergerac and much more.. !
 
Announcement for Cyrano
Instagram Theatre Les Pieds Nus 
Instagram Iana Serena 
 
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We recorded this episode on 23rd November 2024. The publication date of this episode is 21 January 2025.
 
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Praz Khanal.

Re-Release: The One About New Year

Happy New Year, Bonne Année to you all! We're re-releasing our New Year episode where we explain how the New Year’s Eve and winter holidays season go in Paris and France. 
Réveillon de la Saint-Sylvestre
3 Kings Day - Épiphanie
Why do the French set fire to cars on New Year's Eve?
Lang may yer lum reek
 
If you’re listening to us on Spotify, post your questions on the survey at the end of this episode for our future Ask Us Anything episode.
We recorded this episode on 12 December 2023, at Aux Vieux Châtelet. The publication date of this episode is 1 January 2024.
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Praz Khanal.
 

Re-Release: The One About Noël

‘tis the season and here we go - we're re-releasing our Noël episode for those who missed it! We explain how the Christmas and winter holidays season go in Paris and France. Merry Christmas, Joyeaux Noël to you all!
 
Pagan traditions
Etude : le Père Noël démasqué... à 6 ans et demi
Norad Santa Tracker
Savoie – L’histoire du Père Chalande
Père Fouettard
Plateau de Fruits de Mer
Tom Smith Crackers
Christmas Markets in Paris
 
Today’s quote is from Josiane Coeijmans.
 
We recorded this episode on 12 December 2023, at Aux Vieux Châtelet. The publication date of this episode is 25 December 2023.
 
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Pra

On Settling in, Journalism and "la banlieue" with Emma Pearson

Listen to Dilara in conversation with Emma Pearson the editor of The Local France.
We talk about settling into Paris while navigating your own cultural identity, unique approach to journalism The Local France has; as well as the concept of “la banlieue”.
References:
La Haine Musicale
Ladj Ly
Le Monde de Demain
Tout Simplement Noir
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We recorded this episode on 31 October 2024. The publication date of this episode is 17 December 2024.
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Praz Khanal.

The Girls' Guide to the World with Doni Belau

Listen to Kelly in conversation with Doni Belau, founder of The Girls Guide to the World, the travel company empowering women across the world to come together and live out their wanderlust.
We talk about Paris as a tourist destination for women, the changes the city has seen in the last few decades and the importance of realising and living out your dreams and much more. 
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We recorded this episode on 6 November 2024. The publication date of this episode is 2 December 2024.
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Praz Khanal.

The One About Season 3

Bonjour a toutes et tous! Today we are announcing the launch of Season 3 of Presque Parisienne Podcast.
We are so excited to be welcoming guest speakers to share their perspectives and their passions with us.
We are talking about a multitude of diverse subjects, with experts in their fields, so join us for the next part of our podcast journey and show our guests some love by downloading and listening on Spotify, Apple podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts! 
We recorded this episode on 20th November 2024, at The Black Sheep Society. The publication date of this episode is 26 November 2024.
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The music track used on our podcast is titled Into the Night and created by Praz Khanal.