Wed. 13 November
At 6.15pm
In French (B1.4+)

Venue
257 Clarence Street,
13th Floor

$15 non members - $10 for members
A glass of wine included

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Join us for a special soirée of discussion, reflection and meaningful exchange.

Discover our series of philosophy meet-ups - à la française!

During these themed sessions moderated by published author, Olivier Vojetta, explore ideas of social and cultural importance, unpack contemporary issues and re-examine how you understand the world. Each meet-up is an opportunity to engage in friendly debate and discussion over a glass of wine, whilst practising your French speaking, listening and comprehension skills. 

We recommend French level B2+ to participate. No additional preparation is necessary. 

About our moderator:

Olivier Vojetta was born in Nancy, France and lived in London for more than 10 years before moving Down Under with his Australian wife. He is a fiction writer who has published several novels in French. 

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Full program:

Please note that a separate booking is required to attend each session.

Previously...

Wednesday 8 October 2025, 6:15pm

Behind the scenes of Gallimard with Jean-Marie Laclavetine
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
Step inside France's most iconic publishing house with Jean-Marie Laclavetine, an editor at Gallimard for over thirty years. Discover legendary collaborations between authors and publishers, and explore the enduring power of French literature in a rapidly changing world.

Wednesday 10 September 2025, 6:15pm

Cathy Wilcox on cartoons, truths & lies

Wednesday 11 June 2025, 6:15pm

Farewell to Martin Juillard, Consul General of France in Sydney
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Wednesday 11 June 2025, 6:15pm

A musical night with Jane Rutter, Flautist
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Wednesday 14 May 2025, 6:15pm

Football and Life: 90 Minutes with Valère Germain
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Tuesday 10 December 2024, 6:30pm

AI, Philosophy & The Meaning of Life
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Wednesday 20 November 2024, 6:30pm

Let's talk about food... with Barbara Santich

Wednesday 09 October 2024, 6:30pm
Simon Fieschi: Life after Charlie Hebdo
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Wednesday 11 September 2024, 6:30pm
Marcel Pagnol par Nicolas Pagnol
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Wednesday 28 August 2024, 6:30pm
4 Women Shaking Up The Australian Art Scene
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Wednesday 12 June 2024, 6:00pm
On the red carpet with rising star Nathalie Morris
LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE

Thursday 9 May 2024, 6:30pm,
A Tale of Two Authors: An Evening with Catherine Rey and Olivier Vojetta
LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE

Wednesday 10 April 2024, 6:30pm
The Marvelous Miss Augustine Soubeiran
LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE

Thursday 15 February 2024, 6:30pm,

In conversation with Julia Zemiro
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Wednesday 13 December 2023, 6:30pm,
Words and Wonders
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Wednesday 8 November 2023, 6:30pm,
The Paris Cooking School
LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE

Wednesday 11 October 2023, 6:30pm,
The Journey of Roses

Wednesday 13 September 2023, 6:30pm,
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
Love Letters from Paris

Wednesday 16 August 2023, 6:30pm,
One night with a spy 

Wednesday 5 July 2023, 6:30pm,
Behind the scenes of the film industry

Wednesday 7 June 2023, 6:30pm,
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
So, you want to be a writer? 

Wednesday 10 May 2023, 6:30pm,
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
Culture, Work and “Class Defectors”

Tuesday 21 March 2023, 6:30pm,
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
Lie with me - Philippe Besson