World Book Cafe: Paris

Nikki Bedi speaks to Sudanese Russian director Suzannah Mirghani about her latest film, Cotton Queen and discusses this week’s cultural highlights with critic Hanna Flint: Tom Cruise and Oscar winning Mexican director Alejandro Gonzalez Iñárritu on their new film, Digger Oscar wi ...  Show more

In Berlin, three artists have come together to make some unusual music. They’re not a regular rock band in a commercial recording studio, but in an experimental space, where rare vintage synthesisers from Cold War East Germany sit alongside contemporary instruments. They’re conti ...  Show more

Hear French views on the tensions that free speech can raise in a multicultural nation. Author Graham Robb introduces us to some of the people that have helped define today's stylish city of Paris. Also, listeners describe the high points from their latest adventures overseas. ...

Author Samuel Lopez-Barrantes is on the show talking about being a writer in Paris. Perhaps it's not as romantic and lovely as it might sound. Or perhaps it is! 

Sam has just published his new book, The Requisitions, which you can find <a href= "https://www.samuellopezb ...

Explore the unique social fabric of France woven within its cafes. Learn why these spaces are much more than just places to grab a coffee. Find the full article on https://englishpluspodcast.com/beyond-the-coffee-uncovering-the-heart-of-french-cafe-culture/ Unlock a world of know ...  Show more

Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the podcast guests, and do not necessarily represent those of UNESCO. 

The musician, songwriter, international public speaker and neurodiversity advocate joins me at UNESCO in Paris to talk inclusion and ...