Enjoy the misadventures of Barbara and Isabelle, who just can't seem to do anything right: from Barbara's mad dash to rescue her report card, to Isabelle's botched internet order, to an accident involving Mr. Balain's glasses.

Released in 1993, MC Solaar's "Nouveau Western" is critical of the Americanization of French culture through the movie industry. The lyrics characterize the classic genre of the American western, but transpose it into contemporary Paris, underlining the spread of the Wild West beyond borders.

Morocco seeks to claim sovereignty over Western Sahara, a long-disputed territory on the northwest coast of Africa, which is sought out for its large phosphate deposits and abundant fisheries.

Counselor Laurent has done some research and makes some startling revelations. Will that be enough to exonerate his client, Doctor Dolan?

Nelly shares some more interesting facts about her hometown of Toulouse. Can you guess why Toulouse is nicknamed "the pink city"? Plus, discover some of the distinctive vocabulary and pronunciation features of the southwestern French accent.

We continue our overview of small cooking utensils, from basic to specialized ones, including some with colorful names. Can you guess what un cul de poule (literally, "a chicken bottom") is used for?

In her song "Imagine," Zaz gives us a sense of hope, daring us to imagine a kinder world.

King Hassan II tries various methods to reclaim sovereignty over Western Saharan territories—first through legal means, then by force.

The 2026 municipal elections in France turned up some interesting results: three major victories for the left in France's largest cities of Paris, Lyon, and Marseille, and one major loss in Brest to the far-right.

Mr. and Mrs. Leisi's testimony is unraveling and Counselor Laurent exposes their clever scheme. Find out how the couple scammed their victims.

Hugo will show you how to make falafel from scratch. Don't worry, it's not hard as it seems. Follow his instructions carefully and they should not fall apart and end up looking like "falafails."

Nelly talks about the top most searched French words on Google in 2025. Do you know what wesh and gougnafier mean?

Visit the Channel Islands, a group of small islands in the English Channel with a strong Norman heritage. You'll learn a few words in the local language, Jèrriais, see the house where Victor Hugo finished Les Misérables, and even travel on a train that runs backwards!

The king of Morocco's "fait accompli policy" appears to be working. He has managed to gain the support of the United States and European countries on the Western Sahara sovereignty issue. Still, the long-term consequences are unknown as the Sahrawi population was not given a say in the matter.

Nelly breaks down "La Vie en Rose" by Édith Piaf, the quintessential (and easy to learn!) French love song.