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WRP Presents - Cancer Support France

Cancer Support France is a federation of non-profits in France trying to help cancer patients and their families, providing support all through the treatment process and after recovery. WRP interviewed them to find out more about their activities.

Lost in Frenchlation - Moi qui t'aimais

Today on Lost in Frenchlation we talk to the renowned director Diane Kurys about her most recent film Moi qui t’aimais (Me who loved you.) Diane has had a truly incredible career. In this episode she shares with us the story of her parents falling in love as Jews in Europe during the holocaust, how that influenced her films about the nuances of love and commitment, and of course we talk about what it was like to write and direct a film about the complicated marriage of two French Entertainment Icons, Simone Signoret and Yves Montand.
Moi qui t’aimais is the story of a famous love affair between French entertainment royalty: Simone Signoret and Yves Montand. They had a wild and deep, but also fraught love. They were married from the 50s until her death in 1981. During that time they became one of the most influential couples in France.
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The Informed Wardrobe: The human cost of fast fashion

On this episode of The Informed Wardrobe, host Polly Watton explores the human cost of the fast fashion industry and the awful conditions that many garment workers face.

High-Tech Intermission: Keeping AI In Check In Workplaces

As the New Year dawns upon us, should we fear the increased presence of AI in workplaces? In this episode of the High-Tech Intermission, host Tarek Diouri–Adequin discusses the practical issues and fantasies surrounding the place of AI in French companies.
Caroline Chopinaud, head of the Hub France IA association, and Arnaud Billon, a researcher for IBM France and member of the "techno-réalistes" movement, provided their analysis on generative AI, and deciphering whether this tool can become a threat.

The Informed Wardrobe: The Effects of Fast Fashion

On this episode of The Informed Wardrobe, host Polly Watton provides a brief background on the environmental and social effects of the fast fashion industry.

Living the Dream: Reinventing a Wellness Career on the French Riviera

In this episode of Living the Dream: French Riviera, host Cecile Liconnet is joined by Christine Kjeldberg, a wellness expert who has built a thriving career in Pilates, barre, and nutrition since relocating from Denmark nearly 20 years ago.
Christine shares how she turned a lifetime of movement, holistic health, and personal resilience into a meaningful profession on the French Riviera; beginning with teaching pilates to her elderly neighbours and growing into a respected international wellness practitioner.
You can find additional episodes of Living the Dream: French Riviera on the show's dedicated feed, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more platforms.

Cups and Dishes: Masgouf, Reconnecting to Your Roots Through Food

In this episode of Cups and Dishes, host Wafa Jawad takes you on a journey through time.
She shares a story about masgouf, a traditional Iraqi grilled fish, and how connected to her identity that dish is. She reminds herself of her first time she ever visited Iraq, her home country, and the impact that dish had on her visit.

The Informed Wardrobe: The horrors of SHEIN

On this episode of The Informed Wardrobe, host Polly Watton explores SHEIN's dark side, in light of the recent controversies in France. 

Parentalité: Paris For The Holidays with Children

These are a few of our favorite things! Paris can be a great place in winter with kids IF you know where to look for things to do! Joelle Benoliel, Rachelle Chapman, and producer ARBL Murray talk about some of their favorite things to do during the holidays with kids from toddler to teen.
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Cups and Dishes: Exploring Canal Saint-Martin

Looking for a place to please your sweet tooth in Paris? Wafa Jawad's got you covered!
In this episode of Cups and Dishes, she explores the Canal Saint-Martin, a beautiful area going through the 10th and 11th arrondissements of Paris.
Wafa tells you about some of the food spots of the area hidden in plain sight, including Buddy Buddy, a plant based nut butter café and the gorgeous Du Pain Et Des Idées bakery!