Rick Noack

Ava Wallace, an Olympic reporter for The Washington Post, is joined by foreign correspondents Claire Parker and Rick Noack. They dive into the profound impact of the upcoming Summer Olympics on Paris, highlighting the struggles of unhoused families amid city beautification efforts. The trio discusses the social costs, geopolitical tensions affecting security measures, and the reactions of local residents to the surreal experience of an unusually empty Paris. Their insights reveal the complex interplay of sports, society, and politics in the City of Light.

Rick Noack, Paris correspondent for The Washington Post, dives into the high-stakes French presidential election, where Emmanuel Macron and far-right candidate Marine Le Pen face off. He discusses the shifting political landscapes, with Macron's declining approval ratings and Le Pen's surprising rise. Noack draws parallels between the political climates in France and the U.S., highlighting economic concerns and their impact on voter behavior. The implications of a potential far-right presidency could reshape France's role in Europe and beyond.