Dec 16: Tragic Explosion and Agricultural Protests: France's Tumultuous December

December 16, 2025 06:39

About this episode

A tragic gas explosion in Trévoux has left communities reeling, while farmers protest against the government's handling of a nodular dermatitis outbreak. We also discuss the upcoming municipal elections and Brigitte Macron's controversial remarks on feminism.

00:00 - France Today
00:29 - Nodular Dermatitis Outbreak Challenges French Agriculture Amid Rising Farmer Protests
01:32 - Tragic Explosion in Trévoux Residential Building Leaves Two Children Dead and Several Injured
02:35 - 2026 French Municipal Elections Set for March with New Voting Rules and Key Candidate Shifts in Marseille
03:43 - French Economy Faces Inevitable Decline Amid Industrial Struggles and Talent Drain, While Social Housing Remains a Stabilizing Force
05:21 - Brigitte Macron Apologizes for Controversial Remarks on Feminist Activists Amid Sexual Violence Debate
06:19 - Finishing up

French Economy Faces Inevitable Decline Amid Industrial Struggles and Talent Drain, While Social Housing Remains a Stabilizing Force
2026 French Municipal Elections Set for March with New Voting Rules and Key Candidate Shifts in Marseille
Tragic Explosion in Trévoux Residential Building Leaves Two Children Dead and Several Injured
Nodular Dermatitis Outbreak Challenges French Agriculture Amid Rising Farmer Protests
Brigitte Macron Apologizes for Controversial Remarks on Feminist Activists Amid Sexual Violence Debate

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