Sarah Mulkerrins from BBC Sport, Andrew Harding, and Matthew Pinsent discuss the start of the Olympics in Paris. Topics include Parisians' sentiments towards the event, athletes maintaining focus, challenges faced during the Tokyo Olympics, water quality concerns, athlete stories, and expectations for the French team.

BBC's Paris Correspondent, Andrew Harding, discusses the challenges and preparations for the Paris 2024 Olympics, including climate concerns, security measures, and the debate on religious head coverings for athletes. The episode also touches on President Macron's hopes for the Games and the journalist's personal experiences attending Olympic events.

BBC’s France correspondent and Chatham House Europe programme head discuss global elections' impact on Ukraine, including Russian disinformation, UK connections, and potential US election outcomes. Topics also cover trust in media narratives, educational challenges in combating misinformation, and efforts to secure support for Ukraine amid political changes.