Published by Jeff and Julie
A Canadian couple decides to pack up and move to France. These are their stories.
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With France's crippling fires taking centre stage, we abandoned the idea of an adventure this week, and focused on as many aspects of the catastrophe as possible. What's going on, and what to do if you're here visiting.
37 min
This week in France, speed limits are going up, while a tax is headed down. We will flesh it all out. There's more on the Canadian/American relationship, and we enjoyed a lovely visit to the Chateau Belhomme in Fumel.
34 min
The planet is on fire. On this week's chapter, we focus on forest fires here in France, Canada and the US, and how to be a part of the solution. We also celebrate the largest French Fetes Nationale parades in history, which paid tribute to the Ukraine.
35 min
After a terrific experience in the Gers region last week, we doubled down and returned there with a visit to La Romieu. Glad we did. Be sure to check out this beautiful Village if you find yourself in France's Southwest. If you have time, go have some fun with the Buffalo as well.
35 min
This week in France included a bird attack, the total destruction of our living room due to a turned ankle and a fantastic visit to the vibrant village of Lectoure.
37 min
It's been another extremely hot week in France. Not hot enough to cancel the Villeneuve Sur Lot Air show though. And if you've ever wondered how large planes appear in strange places, wonder no more.
40 min
This week, Jeff wraps up his trip back to Canada, and says goodbye to a long standing Canadian institution. Julie has more on the French heatwave, and yes, the pooping Falcons are back.
45 min
It was only a week, but Jeff crammed a lot into his trip back to Canada. So much so, that we will need two episodes to unpack it all. Also on this week's show, a former Air Canada pilot is in hot water after it was discovered that he flew the big birds for years without the proper qualifications.
36 min
Julie recently spent a week in Bordeaux for medical reasons, and used her free time to check out a couple of must-see museums. We get into that, and share our wonderful Alpaca shearing adventure with friends.
37 min
This week, we pay tribute to P.K. Subban, as he realizes his goal donation of $10 Million to the Montreal Children's Hospital Foundation. Also on the docket, a stop in to the jaw-dropping Sunday market in Montcuq.
36 min
While the U.S. was losing an airline, Canada received its largest order ever to build passenger planes from Airbus in Montreal. We will address a number of aviation stories from this past week. Also on tap, a review of Canada's Top 100 restaurants, and a visit to the Garlic capital of France.
42 min
While attending some medical appointments in Bordeaux, we decided to pass by St. Emilion's little Brother, Pomerol. We also discuss more French initiatives dealing with Smart-phones. And the jet-fuel shortage is real, and has begun affecting flights in France.
38 min
All jokes aside, we had a wonderful walk through the incredible Cork Museum in the gorgeous village of Mezin. A truly enjoyable adventure. This week, we also take a deep dive into the bizarre practice of home-buying using the "viager" option.
41 min
Busy weeks mean busy podcasts. On 202, we talk about the new travel protocols to Europe, French table etiquette, our Carte de Sejour application and a wonderful visit to a local apiary.
39 min
After an incredibly weird week of world news, we are back with another adventure. This week we walked the charming 14th century village of Bélaye, in the Lot. There's also more debate about the upcoming European labour day on May 1st.
41 min
It's our 200th episode, and we have all kinds of stuff to get to this week. There's more on the Takata air-bag recalls, the world's most loved countries, a special report on the Master's and of course our lovely visit to the Maison Garrone in Boe.
39 min
This week, we took an educational walk back in time with a visit to the Agricultural and Automotive Heritage Museum in Salviac.
39 min
At the top of the Lot region, sits a most intriquing Castle, the Chateau de Lantis. This week we talk about its amazing renovation and the family who has spent the better part of 30 years bringing it back to life. We also talk about the food truck industry here in France.
34 min
After driving by it dozens of time, we finally checked out the Rody Chocolate Museum & Boutique in Castillonnes. What a great experience. Move over Willie Wonka. Also in this Chapter, you'll find out just how much the Brits love their dogs.
41 min
This week, we wrap up our amazing trip to Barcelona with a visit to the Picasso museum. And we introduce you to a Canadian who's making positive waves in British Columbia, Tod Maffin.
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