Topic: Carla Bruni

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy faces investigation for allegedly taking bribes from L'Oreal heiress Lillian Betancourt. The hosts predict Carla Bruni will leave him within six months. They also highlight a new Carefree advertisement that explicitly uses the word "vagina," fulfilling a long-standing Red Book prediction.

A statue of Carla Bruni, wife of Nicolas Sarkozy, has been erected in France depicting her as a working-class woman. The hosts mock the sculpture, noting the irony of a wealthy elite being used to symbolize labor. They also briefly mention Asma al-assad and the public image of political wives in international media.

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his wife Carla Bruni have reportedly left France for Canada following the expiration of his political immunity. French police recently raided Sarkozy's home as part of an investigation into illegal campaign financing and bribes from L'Oreal heiress Liliane Bettencourt. It was also revealed that Sarkozy spent billions of euros on personal opinion polls during his presidency.

A leaked 2009 report from the German Secret Service (BND) warned that the Eurozone would face a collapse leading to a potential World War III unless 10 trillion euros were invested. The report suggests that current stimulus efforts have fallen far short of the necessary threshold. Meanwhile, Sarkozy remains in Quebec, staying with wealthy associates while his political and personal life faces increasing scrutiny.

President Barack Obama's appearance at the G20 summit in Cannes is analyzed through French media clips. Obama joked that he hoped to see movies while in Cannes and made a comment suggesting Nicolas Sarkozy’s daughter Julia inherited her mother Carla Bruni's looks rather than her father's. The hosts interpret the remark as a diplomatic gaffe regarding Sarkozy's appearance.

France has officially implemented a ban on full-face veils, carrying a 150-euro fine. Additionally, the French government is considering legislation to criminalize the clients of sex workers, following models established in Sweden and Norway.

The hosts discuss rumors that John Kerry might replace Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State, allowing her to challenge Barack Obama in 2012. They also mention a "tell-all" book by Carla Bruni claiming Michelle Obama finds being First Lady "hell," suggesting the Obamas are ready to leave the White House.

French President Nicolas Sarkozy delivered a speech at Columbia University regarding global solidarity and the Lehman Brothers collapse. The segment also mocks Herman Van Rompuy, the President of the European Council, for his hobby of writing haikus, labeling him "Haiku Herman" and interpreting his poetry as cryptic political code.

French President Nicolas Sarkozy reportedly insulted several world leaders during a private lunch, questioning Barack Obama's efficiency and the intelligence of Spanish Prime Minister Zapatero. The hosts also discuss Sarkozy's wife, Carla Bruni, jokingly speculating that she is an "MKUltra experiment" due to her relationship with the president.

The public appearance of Carla Bruni during Nicolas Sarkozy's UK visit is contrasted with the British royal family. A joke is shared involving Prince Charles, a deceased corgi, and a fairy godmother who is unable to improve Camilla Parker Bowles' appearance. The anecdote highlights the media's fascination with Bruni's glamour compared to the traditional image of the British royals.

French President Nicolas Sarkozy's marriage to former supermodel Carla Bruni is discussed following the release of official photos. Bruni's past relationships with Mick Jagger, Eric Clapton, and Donald Trump are mentioned alongside her upcoming album release. The hosts joke about the social circles that lead to such high-profile meetings.

The hosts discuss French work culture, citing a 35-hour work week and extended lunch breaks as evidence of a different economic approach. They comment on French President Nicolas Sarkozy's high-profile relationship with singer Carla Bruni. Dvorak claims the French economy is perpetually struggling, leading to a search for data regarding French recessions.