Gisèle Pelicot and the trial that changed France

Gisèle Pelicot and the trial that changed France

Author: The Times December 9, 2024 Duration: 33:28

Gisèle Pelicot waived her right to anonymity when her husband - and dozens of other men - were charged with raping and sexually assaulting her. Her decision allowed journalists to cover the trial in full and made her a feminist icon in France. But as we await the final verdicts and sentencing, what does the case tell us about French attitudes to rape? And with the French government promising change, will this be a watershed moment? 

The episode contains discussion of rape and sexual assault. 

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Host: Manveen Rana.

Producer: Olivia Case.

Guests:

  • Constance Kampfner, Northern Correspondent, The Times.
  • Katie Tarrant, News Reporter, The Sunday Times.

Clips: Euronews, The Times, France24, Paris Match, Channel 4, BBC, Forbes.

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