Sophie Pedder, Paris bureau chief at The Economist and author, and Ben Judah, foreign-policy writer and Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, dive into the implications of Emmanuel Macron's electoral win and France's shifting political landscape. They discuss the rise of far-right ideologies, challenges faced by Macron, and the evolving role of youth voters. Additionally, they analyze coalition challenges within the left and the future of French politics amid growing populism and nationalism. It's a fascinating look at France's path in a post-pandemic world.