Best Amanda Rollins Podcasts (2024)

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Sweet Paris: A life of cakes and pastries 32:05

4d ago32:05

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Meet Frank Adrian Barron, an American baker in Paris (better know as Cake Boy Paris). He talks of how he made it as a baker in the city, sharing his sweet treats on social media, and his book Sweet Paris. Find out more about Frank and his work via his Instagram page here, his website here, and his book here. *********** The Earful Tower exists than…

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Paris through the lens of a movie director 29:41

11d ago29:41

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Meet Scott Hillier, an Australian movie director in Paris, who runs the European Independant Film Festival (the ÉCU). He talks of the iconic light in the city of Paris, his film festival, and his exploits around the world as a director and war photographer. Find out more about the annual Film Festival here, 2024 marks the 19th festival, and it runs…

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Life in Paris as a Moulin Rouge dancer 32:01

18d ago32:01

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Meet Allie Goodbun, a Canadian dancer at the iconic Moulin Rouge in Paris. She talks of how she got the job, her life in Montmartre, and her love for the City of Light. Want to join the fun on Allie's social media? You can find her on TikTok here and Instagram here - and here's the link to her new clothing brand for Ready Freddie dancewear. Here's …

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Wining and dining in France with Patricia Wells 34:29

25d ago34:29

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This week it's food critic and cookbook author Patricia Wells. Originally from the US, she moved to Paris in 1980 where she worked as a restaurant critic for the International Herald Tribune and later the French weekly newspaper L’Express. Along the way she has published 15 books and made a home in Paris and Chanteduc, in Provence. We also talk of …

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Making French dessert: A mille-feuille celebration for 1,000 reviews 21:33

1M ago21:33

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This week on the show we make mille-feuilles - the "thousand layer pastry" to celebrate 1,000 reviews of The Earful Tower podcast. Thanks to all who've left reviews over the years. You might know a mille-feuille as a Napoleon, a custard slice, or a vanilla slice. But we all know it as delicious, especially when it's freshly baked. For this episode,…

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Episode 66: WHO ARE YOU?? Figuring Yourself Out & the Joy of Self Discovery (solo episode with Dominique) 😇🎀🌸 9:55

1M ago9:55

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Mood: quick and light, encouraging, self development, interactive Who are you? Don’t answer with your job title or what you do. You can’t say where you work. Who you’re related to. Where you went to school. What clubs you’re in. So again… who are you? This seems obvious, but often, we don’t really know. Join Dominique for a handful of minutes (the …

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The man selling the finest faux flowers in France 29:42

1M ago29:42

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This week on the show we welcome back Diederick de Jongh, the owner of Flora Magnifica, which sells the finest faux flowers in France. He was last on the show in 2021, but since then he has changed locations of his shop to be further north in the Marais by a famous bistro. We chatted about business, Paris, and his new project supplying flowers to c…

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How to stay safe in Paris, with Amanda Rollins 36:31

1M ago36:31

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Is Paris a safe city? The truth is, it's probably about as safe as any other big city. In other words, you need to be smart when you're here. And this week on the podcast, American content creator in Paris Amanda Rollins shares her tips and tricks for being street smart in the City of Light. Amanda has made a name for herself on her wildly popular …

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Episode 65: The 2024-2025 Astrological Year Forecast (feat. Shannon Aganza) 🌌 1:41:23

1M ago1:41:23

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Mood: cosmic, magical, self dev, educational HAPPY ASTROLOGICAL NEW YEAR Y’ALL! Preparing for the first day of Aries season — aka the first day of the 2024-2025 astrological new year — we’ve got a look at the year(s) ahead and some major planetary shifts with Shannon Aganza, master oracular astrologer (and Dominique’s teacher and mentor). We’re tal…

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The French Revolution: A beginner's guide 42:30

2M ago42:30

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If the words "French Revolution" seem daunting to you, then you're not alone. It would take a whole series of podcast episodes to truly understand it all - and luckily for us - podcaster Mike Duncan has done exactly that. His Revolutions Podcast is world renowned. In this episode of The Earful Tower, he breaks down the French Revolution to its simp…

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Episode 64: The Wellness Renaissance, + French vs. American Wellness Culture (feat. Kiana Tiese) 🧖‍♀️🧘‍♀️ 52:38

2M ago52:38

52:38

Mood: wellnessy, light, chatting with the girls This Is Fine! welcomes Kiana Tiese, founder of KT Wellness Concierge in Paris, to talk all things wellness — including her new business. Kiana shares her experience in the wellness communities in New York versus Paris, how she started her business in Paris, and what she hopes to bring to this market a…

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How we're raising a trilingual child in Paris 28:50

2M ago28:50

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Lina and I discuss how circumstance has led to us raising our nearly three-year-old son in French, Swedish, and English. This episode was brought to you by Cook'n With Class, click here to book a class with them. I did the sauce-making class and LOVED it. *********** The Earful Tower exists thanks to support from its Patreon members. From $10 a mon…

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Episode 63: Becoming a TikTok MILLIONAIRE with @americanfille (feat. Amanda Rollins) 🇺🇸🇫🇷 1:10:58

2M ago1:10:58

1:10:58

Mood: silly goofy, americans in paris, life advice, chill Welcome to our second episode with @americanfille, Amanda Rollins, THE American in Paris, who just hit 1M on TikTok! *cue air horn sounds* She's the Greenfield High School French Club President, number one Niska fangirl, Paris Big Sister, and Chief of Pickpocket Police in Paris: Amanda has b…

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Buying a home in Paris: Five mistakes to avoid 35:16

2M ago35:16

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Buying property in Paris (and France, in general) isn't easy. Aside from the dreaded French admin, there is a whole world of traps and tricks to consider. Omissions in the property listing, negotiating prices, and why you shouldn't share a notary with the seller.... This week, lawyer and buyer's agent Christine Bacoup-Tidas explains some of the key…

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Episode 62: Career Coaching & Channeling Your Confidence in the Workplace (feat. Trish Seidel, Founder of Marketing Big Sister) 👩‍💼💻 42:21

2M ago42:21

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Mood: career vibes, confidence boost, coaching Ready for a free career coaching session with a badass expert? Trish Seidel, Head of Content at DJUST (a B2B tech company in Paris), Founder of Marketing Big Sister, and high key LinkedIn influencer joins us to teach you how to create your own personal brand in your professional life. Trish guides you …

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The Seine booksellers are here to stay: let's meet one! 24:45

2M ago24:45

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There's a lot of talk right now about the iconic booksellers by the Seine, aka the bouquinistes. In recent months, the Paris Town Hall officials threatened to remove the stalls to make way for the Olympic Games, but President Macron overturned the decision this week. The book stalls are here to stay. I figured many Earful Tower listeners might want…

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Episode 61: Dating With Dani: Leading With Sweetness (feat. Dani Mejias Malick) 💌👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨 54:25

2M ago54:25

54:25

Mood: romantic, dating advice, self development Happy Valentine’s Day, and welcome to our first dating coaching episode, Dating With Dani! We’ve brought in coach and branding expert Dani Mejias Malick (@daniemme) to chat about some male-female dynamics, observations, and suggestions for single girlies looking for a boyfriend, husband, or general ro…

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David Lebovitz on the Paris food market: the Marché d'Aligre 37:23

2M ago37:23

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Chef David Lebovitz is back on the show to talk about the Aligre Market (le marché d'Aligre) in the 12th arrondissement of Paris. Follow David here for his newsletter on Substack. Music in this episode is from Pres Maxson. *********** The Earful Tower exists thanks to support from its Patreon members. From $10 a month you can unlock almost endless …

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Episode 60: Expats in Paris (feat. Jasmin Breakstone) 🇺🇸🇫🇷 1:00:32

3M ago1:00:32

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Mood: Paris themed, expat POV, silly goofy mood Parlez-vous français ? Jasmin didn’t when she first moved to Paris to get her masters. Join us for another episode of the expat series, where we’re following the stories of young Americans (and Canadians!) immigrating to France to start a new life in Paris. Like the Hemingways and Steins who came befo…

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What's life REALLY like for a contemporary Paris writer? 33:18

3M ago33:18

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Author Samuel Lopez-Barrantes is on the show talking about being a writer in Paris. Perhaps it's not as romantic and lovely as it might sound. Or perhaps it is! Sam has just published his new book, The Requisitions, which you can find here. Follow Sam on Substack here for his page "If Not, Paris" which offers "fiction, essays & music from Paris". M…

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Best bars in Paris: Here’s a bar for every occasion 33:42

3M ago33:42

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This week, Australian Sam Davies is on the show talking about bars in Paris. He has grown an online following by asking bartenders in Paris (and around the world) to recommend other bars. He talks about the Paris bar scene and how it is evolving, and also lists ten bars worth visiting. In the list is everything from places to get fancy to places to…

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Ten fun French words that I really love 32:28

3M ago32:28

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I love the French language. I feel like I could make an episode like this every year. The ten words and words like I like, that make me smile, or that have some kind of a fun story to them. You can hear me describing them and pronouncing them in greater detail in this week's podcast episode, or click here to read the blog and see the spelling. Musi…

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Episode 59: Moulin Rouge, Building a Business, and Being a Canadian in Paris (feat. Allie Goodbun) 🇨🇦🇫🇷 1:01:33

3M ago1:01:33

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Mood: fun and personal, Paris themed, silly Join us for a conversation with the one and only Allie Goodbun (find her here on TikTok and Instagram), principal dancer at THE Moulin Rouge in Paris. Allie and Dominique chat about what brought them to France, life as an expat in Paris, and observations about cultural differences. The Toronto-born dancer…

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Visiting the doctors in France: Five things I've noticed 25:24

3M ago25:24

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This week I recap my recent three-hour checkup at the Parisian doctors. Whether you've been to the doctor in France a million times or never before, I'm sure you'll learn something from my experiences and observations :) *********** The Earful Tower exists thanks to support from its Patreon members. From $10 a month you can unlock almost endless ex…

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Episode 58: The 111 Portal (January 11, 2024), Numerology and Spiritual Forecast for 2024, and Manifestation 101 (feat. Shannon Aganza) ✨🕰️1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣🕰️✨ 55:36

4M ago55:36

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Mood: spiritual, cosmic, manifestation, self development Today, January 11 (1/11 or 11/1, depending on where you live and how you write dates!) is the “111 portal.” You may have seen some advice on TikTok about manifesting and calling in what you want on this energetically charged day, but our master astrologer, celestial teacher, spiritual hygiene…

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Paris Bucket List: Things to do in 2024 26:04

4M ago26:04

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IT'S BACK AGAIN! Every year we make a bucket list of things we want to try for the first time in Paris. In this episode, you'll hear Oliver and Lina sharing their top five things they want to do this year in Paris - and we also share the lists of everyone on the Earful Tower team. Why not write your own list and join us? The full list will be on ou…

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ABC review: Answering 15 questions from YOU 25:15

4M ago25:15

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The season is over, the year is over. It's time for a little reflection. In this episode I answer 15 audience questions about our epic ABCson. All the questions come from the Patreon members. Join them here. https://www.patreon.com/theearfultower The music in this episode is from Pres Maxson, find his Substack here. Click here for our walking tours…

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Zinc: A close-up on the iconic Paris rooftops 35:46

4M ago35:46

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Z is for Zinc. In this season finale episode, we tackle the topic of zinc, which is used to make 75 percent of the Paris rooftops. I chat with Constance Allard, who runs the zinc workshop Les toits Parisiens. I also climbed onto a zinc roofing construction site in the 1st arrondissement, and chatted with roofer Frederic Cordier from the roofing com…

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Yesteryear: Paris impressions from the 1980s, 70s, and 60s 44:08

4M ago44:08

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Y is for Yesteryear. In this episode, I chat with two long-time Paris residents about their first impressions of the city. First, you'll hear from American music journalist Valli about life in Paris in the early 1980s. (Valli was first on the Earful Tower in 2019: "Famous in France: Meet American singer Valli") Then it's Englishman Jim Bane who fir…

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Episode 57: Therapy Sesh: Somatic Therapy 101 (feat. Jason Maas, LMHC) 🧠❤️‍🩹 52:43

5M ago52:43

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Mood: therapeutic, educational, peaceful Ready for some therapy? We’re connecting the body and mind — and learning all about somatic therapy and somatic healing with expert Jason Maas, New York-based mind-body-soul psychotherapist and founder of Shadowlight Center. Ever wondered why some experiences literally make our stomach sink, or feel like a p…

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Xmas party: Our epic Christmas walking tour of Paris 20:54

5M ago20:54

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X is for Xmas, obviously. In this episode, we share what happened on our eXciting and eXhausting and eXhilarating Christmas walk around the Pantheon. This is, more specifically, a recap of our 2023 Christmas party, when I took 35 people on an evening stroll, while bumping into five famous characters from the past 1500 years of French history. For t…

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Episode 56: Astrology for LOVE & Cosmic Romance (feat. Oak, founder of OAK ASTROLOGY SCHOOL) 🌌❤️‍🔥 1:02:01

5M ago1:02:01

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Mood: astrology, romance & love, educational Ready to find a romance written in the stars? A love story from the galaxy? Oak, creator of Oak Astrology School is here to help. We’re looking at our OWN charts to find partnership, love, and real meaningful relationships. Oak created the course “Don’t Pull Up Your Crush’s Chart” to teach relational ast…

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Wall of Paris: New finds along the ancient Philippe Auguste Wall 31:26

5M ago31:26

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W is for Wall. In this episode, I take you for an exciting and historic walk through the Left Bank of Paris to discover hidden vestiges of the Philippe Auguste Wall. This episode marks the end of my wall trilogy. The first part of the trilogy covered the right bank of Paris, the second part was the 5th arrondissement. Today, we're focused on the si…

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Episode 55: This Is Fine GIFT GUIDE 🎁(feat. Dominique’s Favorite Things From 2023) 🤶🏻 29:46

5M ago29:46

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Mood: shopping guide, holiday, just girly things, being ~*~influenced~*~ The annual gift guide + recommendation list is back! Welcome to our 2023 extravaganza. ****** FIND THE WHOLE (SHOPPABLE) GIFT GUIDE HERE (under the super neglected transcripts tab of our website). ****** From beauty and home must-haves to Dominique’s extremely unrealistic pers…

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Vegan Paris: How well does Paris do vegan food? 31:11

5M ago31:11

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V is for Vegan. In this episode, we talk to Amanda Bankert, the owner of Boneshaker Donuts, who has just released a book called Voilà Vegan (double V!). In the book, she reveals that this famed donut shop has been secretly vegan for years!! As a vegan herself, Amanda shares her insights into the city's vegan scene and how it has developed over the …

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Episode 54: Your Own “Eras Tour,” Life Chapters, and How to Glow Up (feat. Jenny Gaither, your personal glow up coach) ✨ 1:03:25

5M ago1:03:25

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Mood: validating, personal development, reflective, fun What do you want to be when you ‘grow up’? Here’s a fun concept: you don’t have to just be one thing your whole life. Your style may change, your preferences may change, your appearance may change, your interests and passions and hobbies and careers… you get it. You have your own ERAS. Differe…

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Underground Paris: What's underneath the French capital? 30:58

5M ago30:58

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U is for Underground. In this episode, we take you below Paris: On the Metro, through the sewers, and into the (illegal) catacombs. Mentioned in this episode: Luke's English podcast Amber's Paname Podcast The Comte de Saint Germain who does audio walks of Paris Do you like this podcast? Become a Patreon member of The Earful Tower here to support th…

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Episode 53: Dominique in Paris, The Update 🎀🇫🇷🎀 17:28

5M ago17:28

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Mood: Paris, personal, travel + culture Welcome to the first official recorded-in-Paris episode, where Dominique answers listener questions about the past 4.5 months of living in the land of baguettes and romance. You're going to hear all about the "Emily in Paris Yellow Brick Road™." Topics include favorite things to do in Paris, funniest language…

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Tour d'Argent: Dining at the iconic Michelin restaurant in Paris 25:32

6M ago25:32

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T is for Tour d'Argent. In this episode, we take you inside the famed Tour d'Argent restaurant on the Left Bank of Paris, and you'll hear from me and my wife Lina Nordin Gee as we dine. We also discuss our thoughts on the renovation job from 2022/2023, which has made for one of the most stunning dining experiences in France. And as for the food: Wo…

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Episode 52: Unlock Your Inner Beauty, Health, and Happiness with TCM (feat. Sandra Lanshin Chiu, L.Ac. Founder of LANSHIN) 🪡🧖‍♀️🌿 1:04:39

6M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

Mood: wellness + health, educational, beauty “Health and beauty is our original condition,” says TIF’s latest guess, Sandra Lanshin Chiu, L.Ac. and founder of LANSHIN beauty. After studying alongside world leaders in Traditional Chinese Medicine and dermatology, from California to Beijing to New York, Sandra has become a pioneer and leader herself.…

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Sainte-Chapelle: Inside the great Paris chapel 24:57

6M ago24:57

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S is for Sainte-Chapelle. In this episode, I'll take you inside this ancient royal chapel with its incredible stained glass windows. You'll hear from tour guide and Paris expert Amber Minogue, who gives us some insight into the 13th century chapel. You'll also hear my own thoughts about visiting the Sainte-Chapelle on a VIP tour when it was complet…

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WTF K-Pop? G-Dragon Scandal, EXO Solo Companies, & FIFTYFIFTY Fiasco | TALK!THAT #19 24:12

6M ago24:12

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Here is a mini-episode catching up on the rest of October's K-Pop dumpster fire! So many things have been happening regarding K-Pop companies and scandals, with a few good things in between. We also discuss some of our favorite releases from the month! You can find our episodes not only on YouTube, but on your favorite platform for podcasts too. Le…

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Episode 51: FOMO, Comparison, and the BS of Societal Timelines (feat. Dr. Kevin Gillilland, PsyD) 🕰️⏳ 52:16

6M ago52:16

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Mood: therapy, mental health focused, upbeat, validating WELCOME BACK! It’s been a (longer than anticipated) minute since we’ve last chatted, but This Is Fine! Podcast is back in action after Dominique moved to Paris (salut de la France, tout le monde!). Perhaps over this past summer (and start to autumn) you felt a little bit of FOMO, or got jealo…

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Richelieu: An epic Paris library (and its exceptional museum) 22:36

6M ago22:36

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R is for Richelieu. In this episode, we'll take you inside the newly renovated Richelieu Library, and then its incredible upstairs museum. This episode is co-hosted by Lina Nordin Gee. Featured in the episode: Find the library and museum here. Address: 5 Rue Vivienne, 75002 Pariss The app we mentioned is called BNF Richelieu The museum room I loved…

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Queer Paris: What has become of the gay quarter of Paris? 34:58

6M ago34:58

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Q is for Queer. In this episode, I'll give you an insight into Gay Paris. And by gay I mean LGBTQIA+. Where is the gay quarter... or perhaps a better question.... what's happened to the gay quarter now that gentrifcation has hit the Marais? Also: What's a gay bookshop? What do they sell and to whom? Featured in this episode: Bryan Pirolli from The …

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Provence: A beginner's guide to the region 34:30

6M ago34:30

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P is for Provence. In this episode, you'll hear some thoughts on the lovely southern French region, with the help of some great guests. First, you'll hear from Suzannah and Hugh Cameron from the antique shop Chez Pluie Provence, sharing some practical travel advice. Then it's my own mother, her first time on the pod, sharing her Provence ponderings…

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K-Pop Fans Need To Not | TALK!THAT #18 52:28

7M ago52:28

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We've got more K-Pop concert adventures to share with you from September, as well as our favorite albums and song recs from the month! We dive into your unpopular K-Pop opinions and hot takes, plus discuss some of the newest K-Pop news. You can find our episodes not only on YouTube, but on your favorite platform for podcasts too. Leave your support…

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Olympics in Paris: A first glimpse at what we expect 27:32

7M ago27:32

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O is for the Olympic Games. In this episode, you'll hear my first look ahead to the 2024 summer Olympics. Given it is still so far away, this is more of a light intro to the topic, with the help of some great guests. First, you'll hear from the American Ambassador to France, Denise Campbell Bauer, talking about Americans and their connection to Par…

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Notre Dame: What's happening? 27:46

7M ago27:46

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N is for the Notre Dame. In this episode, you'll hear about where we're at with the restoration of the Notre Dame cathedral. Short answer: It will reopen December 2024. Long answer: I chat to one of the carpenters involved in the restoration project, I visit the new Virtual Reality exhibition (which is exceptional), and I take a look in the crypt. …

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Marais: How I'd spend my last day there 28:21

7M ago28:21

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M is for the Marais. In this episode, you'll hear my thoughts on how I'd spend a perfect last day in the Marais district of Paris (in other words, the third and fourth arrondissements). You'll also hear from Paul Barron, co-owner of Le Peloton Cafe and Bike About Tours, and then from tour guide Amber Minogue! Mentioned in this episode: Musée Carnav…

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