How to visit Paris 'like a local'

FromThe Earful Tower: Paris

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How to visit Paris 'like a local'

FromThe Earful Tower: Paris

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Jul 15, 2019

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Hello everyone! Today's guest is podcaster Oliver Gee who runs The Earful Tower. He shares his 12 tips for how to enjoy Paris "like a local", whatever that means. Support the Earful on Patreon here. And to get that additional ten percent off from French Today, go via this link.

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Jul 15, 2019

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The Earful Tower is a weekly podcast all about Paris, hosted by Australian expat Oliver Gee. With a huge variety of guests - from cooks and comedians to TV hosts and tour guides - this show will transport you to the City of Lights and make you feel like you've met the characters that make it shine.

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How to visit Paris 'like a local'

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