France Culture

This radio broadcaster offers live listening and a library of podcasts, focusing on cultural and educational content. Programming explores a wide range of topics, including an examination of imaginary bestiaries, featuring creatures like théranthropes and dragons, and delving into the historical and mythological significance of unicorns. Discussions also cover geopolitical events, such as Iran's ballistic capabilities and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, including its implications for European Union integration. The station features segments on French municipal elections and their role as a counter-model to the central state. Cultural analysis extends to literary figures, with intimate portraits of writers like Antonio Lobo Antunes and explorations of Simenon's writing process. The programming also investigates the history and impact of the Coué method, its connection to personal development, and its psychological relevance. There are features dedicated to uncovering the roles of women often overlooked in history, highlighting their contributions as wet nurses, immigrant workers, and engaged peasant women. The station also revisits the evolution of humor on the radio over the past fifty years and analyzes the enduring influence of Ovid's Metamorphoses on contemporary perceptions of relationships and transformation.