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Flâneur at Paris Fashion Week 2025 (Haute Couture)

7 February 2025 by Denzil Jacobs

Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2025 Haute Couture Week took place last week in Paris. The biggest highlight on the fashion calendar, Denzil Jacobs (host of one of our newest shows, Flâneur) joined Alex at the Juana Martin Show which was absolutely spectacular. Prestigious guests dressed by the house included former Miss France 2014, Flora Coquerel, actress Zarina Yeva, singer Ginta and Spanish flamenco singer Estrella Morente who opened the show. Glistening sequins, airy fringes and intricate silhouettes draws attention to the houses artisanal savoir-faire and exudes a balance of elegance and strength.

As the only Spanish house integrated into the official Paris Haute Couture calendar, unveiling its sixth collection at PFW, “Identidad”, a sincere tribute to authenticity and artisanal savoir-faire, in a world where fashion sometimes seems to drift away from its roots. Juana Martín continues her dedication to fashion deeply rooted in identity, culture, and tradition.

This new proposition is a statement of style, an affirmation of her commitment to originality, highlighting the richness and uniqueness of an invaluable cultural heritage and celebrates feminine power and flamenco heritage, reinterpreted through a contemporary approach. Inspired by legendary figures such as Lola Flores and Carmen Amaya, crafts a collection that exalts the strength and passion of women, retraces the flamenco universe, and gives it a modern twist.

WRP joins RadioPlayer Platform

6 February 2025 by David

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World Radio Paris has joined the acclaimed radio distribution platform RADIOPLAYER France. This cross media service allows listeners to tune in on phones, TVs, and cars through RadioPlayer apps.

One of the most useful feature offered by RadioPlayer is the continuous playback in cars combining DAB+ reception from the airwaves and the IP internet streaming. This means that listeners never loose the signal, even when driving in a tunnel or underground carpark. This technology is called Hybrid Radio.

You can download the RadioPlayer app from any app store.

Where to enjoy the Rugby Six Nations in Paris

31 January 2025 by Paul McNally

General

An Englishman, a Frenchman, a Scot, a Welshman, an Irishman and an Italian walk into a bar.

It’s not the start of a cheesy joke – it’s the 2025 Rugby Six Nations, which kicks off with France v Wales at the Stade de France on Friday evening (31 January).

It’s one of two chances to see live rugby action in Paris during this year’s tournament. The other Stade de France match is the closing game, France v Scotland on 15 March.

While Ireland have dominated in recent years and are seeking to become the first men’s side to win three successive Six Nations titles, France are widely tipped as favourites with the return of Antoine Dupont as captain, after he missed last year’s championship to focus on winning Olympic sevens gold.

Last-minute tickets for the Stade de France fixtures are on sale on the official France Rugby Ticketing website.

Better still… for a great Six Nations experience, our friends at Frog Pubs will be screening every game, in each of their eight Paris pubs, live on big screens.

To enjoy the thrill of the Rugby Six Nations at Frog Pubs – with great beers, great food and great times – find your nearest at https://www.frogpubs.com/

All the fixtures in full (all kick-off times are Paris time)

Friday 31 January 9.15pm – France v Wales at the Stade de France

Saturday 1 February 3.15pm Scotland v Italy
Saturday 1 February 5.45pm Ireland v England

Saturday 8 February 3.15pm Italy v Wales
Saturday 8 February 5.45pm England v France

Sunday 9 February 4pm Scotland v Ireland

Saturday 22 February 3.15pm Wales v Ireland
Saturday 22 February 5.45pm England v Scotland

Sunday 23 February 4pm Italy v France

Saturday 8 March 3.15pm Ireland v France
Saturday 8 March 5.45pm Scotland v Wales

Sunday 9 March 4pm England v Italy

Saturday 15 March 3.15pm Italy v Ireland
Saturday 15 March 5.45pm Wales v England
Saturday 15 March 9pm France v Scotland at the Stade de France

The InkPrints: Gertrude Stein

6 November 2024 by Alex Brook Lynn

Podcast Episodes

Episode two of The Inkprints dives into the life of Gertrude Stein, the American author, playwright, and art collector. Through the vibrant lens of 1920s and 30s Paris, we begin to explore the extensive and subversive modernism movement in literature, and how this self-proclaimed genius became one of the most well-known social figures of her time

Help WRP with a donation

3 October 2024 by David

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Each year we ask our listeners to contribute to our budget for next year. To operate, WRP needs about 30,000 euros each year. We receive a government grant to operate, like all community radio stations in France, covering about a third of that budget. We need our listeners to send financial contributions to cover the rest of the funding needs.

We are asking you to please click on the paypal link (at the bottom of this page) and donate whatever you can to our community station. With each donation over 60 euros we will send you a tax deduction form (you can deduct 60% of your donation from your 2025 income tax in France).

This year, WRP particularly needs your help. We are having a hard time reaching our donation goals and really count on you. We are about 2,000 euros short and need to raise this much before Dec 31st.

Many thanks !

Science on WRP

16 September 2024 by David

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From now on, all of our science oriented radio shows are broadcast on Sundays, from 6 to 10pm.

Radio Lab, Quirks & Quarks, Explorations, and Big Picture Science will satisfy your scientific curiosity each week.

Quirks & Quarks is the award-winning radio science program of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. The program is heard by a national audience in Canada of nearly 800,000 people, and by thousands more around the world on our weekly podcast.

For the past 40 years, Quirks & Quarks has brought its listeners to the cutting edge of scientific inquiry. Every week, the program presents the people behind the latest discoveries in the physical and natural sciences, from the smallest sub-atomic particle to the largest objects in the sky and everything in between. The program also examines the political, social, environmental and ethical implications of new developments in science and technology. Quirks & Quarks is a program for people fascinated by the world above, below and around them. And you don’t need a PhD to enjoy it.

Join host Bob McDonald each week to find out the latest in science, technology, medicine and the environment. We cover every aspect of science, from the quirks of the expanding universe to the quarks within a single atom … and everything in between. Sundays at 7pm on WRP.

New Show : « Ideas »

10 September 2024 by David

General

Listen to this high quality daily production from the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) in Toronto, weeknights at 11pm on WRP.

IDEAS is a deep-dive into contemporary thought and intellectual history. No topic is off-limits. In the age of clickbait and superficial headlines, it’s for people who like to think.

Common financial mistakes to avoid when moving to France

15 July 2024 by Paul McNally

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Anyone watching the Tour de France or Paris Olympics on TV from abroad this summer will know – France is a beautiful place to live.

However, relocating can bring various challenges and risks. We asked the experts at Kentington’s tax and investment consultants for some common mistakes to avoid.

Prospective movers to France must be open-minded regarding their financial arrangements. Along the way, while some aspects of a given person’s tax and financial management in France might be slightly different from what you may be accustomed to, others might be in total contrast to what you are familiar with.

Financial mistakes can have severe consequences for expats in France. They could lead to overpayment of taxes, fines, and even investigations by the tax authorities. Understanding and avoiding these mistakes is crucial to maintaining financial stability and peace of mind.

So, what are some of the most frequent mistakes that people make regarding their finances in France?

Misunderstanding French tax residency. This is a crucial financial aspect for anyone planning to move to France. It’s a common source of confusion and can significantly impact your financial arrangements.

Facing unexpected tax liabilities when transferring assets. With effect from January 2018, a new wealth tax – Impôts sur le fortune immobilière (IFI) – was introduced in France. This is a tax on an individual’s real estate assets. Both non-residents and residents are assessable to this tax on their property assets.

Mismanaging pensions and retirement funds. Given each individual’s unique circumstances, it’s crucial to seek expert advice to navigate the intricacies of this financial aspect. This will enable them to assess the full implications of any move their actions for their long-term income and tax payable, and also provide a sense of reassurance and confidence in their financial planning.

Poor inheritance and gift tax planning. A key element of French inheritance law is the concept of forced heirship. This requires a portion of a deceased individual’s estate in France to be passed to their children and, in some cases, their spouse, irrespective of whatever wishes the deceased might have communicated in their will.

Ineffective handling of currency exchange and banking. It might be a sound decision to introduce some level of diversification to your assets, including concerning currencies. Shopping around for the best possible money transfer rates may also be sensible.

Putting all your investment into property. While property can certainly be an excellent investment, this is likeliest to be the case if it forms just one part of a balanced estate.

Not being prepared before moving to France. All too often, expats make the move without adequately organised financial affairs and miss out on opportunities to mitigate their tax liabilities.

Conclusion

Expats moving to France can help ensure they get the most out of their new life in France by taking financial advice from French-regulated advisers, understanding the tax residency rules in France, and getting their financial affairs in order ahead of their move.

Need individual advice? Find out more at kentingtons.com

28 summer book recommendations for the holidays in Paris

12 July 2024 by Paul McNally

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Whether you’re fleeing the capital to travel and explore, or enjoying summer in Paris during the Games, you’ll need some quality reading material. We asked the English-language booksellers at Smith & Son what books will be accompanying them on holiday this summer.

Here are some to be starting with:

Shelley Noble – The Tiffany Girls
In 1899, a young French girl flees Paris, leaves her father, an art forger wanted by the police, and goes to New York to try to start a new life. As an artist in the Women’s Division of the Tiffany Glass Company, she finds friendship and respect for her talent. This well researched novel , based on real facts and people, will charm anyone interested in art, history and strong female characters.

Oscar Wilde – The Decay of Lying
A pearl of Oscar Wilde, one of his best essays. Wilde here defends the lie as an element superior to the truth for artistic creation, with the famous motto that it is life that imitates art. A false dialogue in a library that will become one of the main arguments of modern art. The volume contains also The critic as Artist.

Raymond Chandler – The Big Sleep and Other Novels
Smoke-filled, quick-witted and downright hypnotic, the three novels in this collection are among Chandler’s best. Philip Marlowe is a down-on-his-luck private eye who often finds himself entangled in an intricate web of lies, deception and blurry morals. Each novel is a radiography of Los Angeles’ seedy underground, where everyone is trying to get by, in any way they can – no matter the cost.

Hernan Diaz – Trust
A literary tour de force by Hernan Diaz, this novel masterfully takes the reader for a ride, betting on their intelligence through four interwoven narratives. The authors of these narratives do not all possess the same level of skill, but they all revolve around the same story. Beyond the critique of the American dream, in the vein of Philip Roth or Tom Wolfe, Hernan Diaz succeeds in giving this book, which gradually becomes a real page-turner, a poignant, bittersweet feminist tone.

Click here to discover all 28 books in this summer’s reading selection, carefully picked by the booksellers at Smith & Son, independent English bookshops in Paris and now Versailles.

A Homage to Shane MacGowan

1 July 2024 by David

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Did you know the latest episode of Patricia Killeen’s Turning Points was born because of a World Radio Paris episode?

Following the death of Shane MacGowan (1957-2023), Pogues frontman and renowned lyricist, Robert Quinn dedicated an episode of ‘Left of the Dial’ to the singer. This caught the attention Marcolino da Costa, sparking a special event at O’Sullivan’s Franklin D. Roosevelt pub, Paris, where the Cercle Littéraire Irlandais (CLI) gathered to pay homage to the artist.

Marcolino was invited as the keynote speaker and vocalist at the CLI event, as the man behind the popular Facebook page ‘Shane MacGowan is a Fantastic Poet’, created in 2008. His presentation highlighted Shane’s impact on folk music and his voice for emigrants, with readings and songs woven together under the theme ‘Looking for Shane’.

Other performances included Paris-based singer Niall Regan, who opened the event alongside flautist Susan McCarthy with a poignant rendition of ‘Fairytale of New York’. This was followed by Stéphanie Nic Cárthaigh’s performance of ‘Kitty’, and readings from Dr Virginie Roche-Tiengo and artist Alma Fakhr. Novelist Maria D’Arcy concluded the tribute with her epitaph, ‘Shane McGowan Sails on to Heaven’s Shore’.

This recording includes excerpts from the final rehearsal at O’Sullivan’s pub before the audience arrived.

Listen to TURNING POINTS here.

Photo credits: Seamas McSwiney

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Flâneur at Paris Fashion Week 2025 (Haute Couture)

WRP joins RadioPlayer Platform

Where to enjoy the Rugby Six Nations in Paris

The InkPrints: Gertrude Stein

Help WRP with a donation

Science on WRP

New Show : « Ideas »

Common financial mistakes to avoid when moving to France

28 summer book recommendations for the holidays in Paris

A Homage to Shane MacGowan

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