148: An insider's view of Paris with writer-event organizer André Michel

Jul 21, 2025
49 mins

Episode Description

Today's guest, André Michel, is a Paris insider; the unofficial Mayor of Paris with a deep and varied knowledge of food and culture, and a talent for weaving it all into compelling storytelling and events. The occasional food and travel writer and event organizer joins me to talk about what it means to know Paris, why there’s never been a better or more dynamic time to visit or live in Paris, and what travelers should check out this summer.


Mentioned in this episode:

André Michel

The Butcher of Paris

Bruno Verjus / Table

Capital in the 21st Century by Thomas Piketty

Jacques Genin⁠

⁠Jade Genin⁠

⁠Cheval d'Or

Othership NY

La Vasque Olympique


Audio production & editing: Matthew Jordan

⁠Music by Little Glass Men⁠

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