# Can the Olympics cure France’s malaise?

An episode of [The Rachman Review](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1504048545), 1 Aug 2024, 20 min.

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Despite some early setbacks the Paris Olympics is proving a big success. The French have set aside their initial doubts and are enjoying a breather from the disagreements that have torn apart the political classes. Gideon asks Sylvie Kauffmann, editorial director of Le Monde, how long the truce can last. Clips: BBC To take part in the audience survey mentioned by Gideon, and to be in with the chance to win a pair of Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones, click here. Click here to find T&Cs for the prize draw. Follow Gideon on X @gideonrachman Free links to read more on this topic: Olympics organisers apologise as risqué ceremony sparks backlash Inside France’s Olympic medals factory A bold leap towards a leaner and greener Olympics Fake Games, cyber threats and disinformation: Russia reacts to sporting isolation Subscribe to The Rachman Review wherever you get your podcasts - please listen, rate and subscribe. Presented by Gideon Rachman. Produced by Fiona Symon. Sound design is by Breen Turner. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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