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Sebastien Pollock

Producer / Editor

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Sebastien is one of WRNC's earliest team members. He is the lead producer and presenter of the "WHY IS THAT?" podcast and video series and the editor of WRNC News. Sebastien works for Radio France in a professional capacity as a radio presenter, but continues to volunteer his free time to help WRNC grow and evolve in its own right.
Sebastien Pollock
The fatality occurred at about 11 am this Sunday, 21st September

21 September 2025

Fatality in Ouistreham results in Normandy Beach Race cancellation

The 5th edition of the Normandy Beach race was brought to a sudden stop earlier today (Sunday, 21st September 2025) following a fatal accident involving the passenger of one of the vehicles. The gendarmerie has ordered the beach's evacuation whilst they attempt to determine the cause of the crash.
The camp's occupants have been ordered by the court to leave

22 August 2025

Caen's administrative tribunal orders the evacuation of the homeless camp located in the city's "Presqu'île" neighbourhood

If you've ever walked or driven along the cours Cafarelli, in Caen, you may have noticed a line of tents which has appeared over recent years; around 70 of them line the Orne waterfront. The people and families occupying these tents have been ordered to vacate the area.
Gin Lane by William Hogarth (1759)

9 September 2025

A Very British Prohibition: The 18th Century Gin Craze

Picture yourself in 18th-century London, where gin costs less than bread. Reformers rage, politicians argue. Workers slump in the streets, alleys reek of cheap spirits and signs boast “Drunk for a penny!” But how did a simple drink become the city’s most notorious vice?
The new lines are set to open in the summer of 2029

8 August 2025

When will Caen's new tramlines begin construction and where will they go?

You may remember discussions about the new tramlines being at the forefront of local news in September 2022, but what does this 288 million euro project have in store?

THE HOLE IN THE PAGE

As we open a good book together, let us fall through the hole in the page and dive into another world.

CHRISTMAS CHAT

It's that time of year again, let’s talk about Christmas!

IN A NUTSHELL

"IN A NUTSHELL" is a "WHY IS THAT?" podcast, exploring all the curiosities of the world in a shorter form factor!

WHY IS THAT?

Some of the best things in life are often taken for granted, WHY IS THAT?

WRNC LUNCHTIMES

WRNC's daily lunchtime program on local culture, news and music.

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