Best Frenchpod Podcasts (2024)

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Grammaire - dernier et prochain 12:44

2h ago12:44

12:44

In this episode, Gaelle explains why you can sometimes say “la semaine prochaine” or “la prochaine semaine”. The adjectives “prochain” and “dernier” are trickier than others as they can be placed either before or after the noun and it will change their meaning. So if this subtlety is unclear to you, come and listen! Check out Langua, a cutting-edge…

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Les préparatifs des Jeux Olympiques 2024 28:28

9d ago28:28

28:28

In this episode, Gaelle interviews Yoann, to talk about the Olympic games that are going to take place in Paris at the end of July 2024. Yoann lives in the North of Paris, where most of the building sites are located and he tells us how, for the past 2 years, everyone in and around Paris has been affected by the preparations for the major event. Be…

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Débats sur le droit à mourir 28:45

23d ago28:45

28:45

In this episode, Gaelle touches a deep and difficult subject that agitates French society: the end of life and the right to die. Also known as assisted suicide or euthanasia, this topic is currently being debated in Parliament, with the prospect of a new law at the end of the year. You will understand the arguments on both sides, and the associated…

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Le château de Versailles 29:32

1M ago29:32

29:32

In this episode, Gaelle dives into history to tell you the story of one of the most iconic French landmarks: the castle of Versailles. You will understand the intricate link between the castle and king Louis. You will hear how it survived the French revolution and was later on saved from decrepitude by an American philanthropist. And to finish, Gae…

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Interview avec Dimitri - acheter une maison (partie 2) 16:33

2M ago16:33

16:33

This episode is the second part of the interview with Dimitri, a Greek citizen living and working in France, who explains to Gaelle the different steps to buy a property in France. We recommend listening to the first part before diving into this one. Warning: this episode is more challenging than usual because of the sound quality of Gaelle’s recor…

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Listen, Learn & Speak: Audio Can Do French #11 - How to Ask for Clarification 14:26

2M ago14:26

14:26

learn how to ask for clarification

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Video News #86 - Free French Gifts of the Month - June 2024 1:18

2M ago1:18

1:18

Get your learning gifts for the month of June 2024

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Core Words and Phrases Season 2 S2 #49 - Core Words: How to Say "Western Food," "Chinese Food," and More! 8:00

2M ago8:00

8:00

learn 10 high-frequency expressions, including words for types of cuisine

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Culture Class: Essential French Vocabulary S1 #9 - Animals 5:03

2M ago5:03

5:03

learn about animals that are common in France

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Core Words and Phrases Season 2 S2 #48 - Core Words: How to Say "Snack," "Dessert," and More! 7:53

2M ago7:53

7:53

learn 10 high-frequency expressions, including food-related words

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Daily Conversations for Beginners #9 - What Do You Take to a French Picnic? — Video Conversation 4:25

2M ago4:25

4:25

learn how to use demonstrative adjectives with this video conversation

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Throwback Thursday S1 #1 - 5 Simple Tips to Extraordinary French Fluency 1:56

2M ago1:56

1:56

discover effective strategies and tips for learning French

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Learning Strategies #147 - Master New French Words with This 'Extended Brain' Tool 8:18

2M ago8:18

8:18

discover effective strategies and tips for learning French

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Listen, Learn & Speak: Audio Can Do French #10 - How to Ask About Well-Being 10:36

2M ago10:36

10:36

learn how to ask about well-being

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Innovative French Culture for Absolute Beginners S1 #1 - How to Do Grocery Shopping 10:20

2M ago10:20

10:20

learn how to do grocery shopping

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Monthly Review Video #66 - This is How You Feel When You Reach a Goal | French May 2024 review 6:22

3M ago6:22

6:22

discover your new learning strategies, free resources of the month and website updates.

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Learning Strategies #146 - The One Guaranteed Way to Learn French Words for Good 9:35

3M ago9:35

9:35

discover effective strategies and tips for learning French

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Throwback Thursday S1 #8 - Top 10 Most Untranslatable Words 10:42

3M ago10:42

10:42

learn the most untranslatable French words

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Interview avec Dimitri - acheter une maison (partie 1) 26:41

2M ago26:41

26:41

In this episode, Gaelle interviews Dimitri, a Greek citizen living and working in France, who recently bought a house near Paris. Through this conversation, Dimitri explains the different steps you need to go through to become a homeowner in France. And you will see that it’s no picnic in the park! Warning: this episode is more challenging than usu…

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Video News #85 - Free French Gifts of the Month - May 2024 1:27

3M ago1:27

1:27

Get your learning gifts for the month of May 2024

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Top 400 Activities: Daily Routines in French #4 - Housework 5:42

3M ago5:42

5:42

learn expressions about housework

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Grammaire - adverbes bien et assez 15:39

3M ago15:39

15:39

In this episode, Gaelle explains the more subtle ways to translate the adverbs “assez” and “bien”. Commonly understood as “enough” and “well”, they in fact have more meanings than that, which can sometimes lead to confusion. Listen to this episode to understand what French people mean when they say “elle a l’air assez sympa” or “il a bien raison”. …

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La crise des vins de Bordeaux 24:13

4M ago24:13

24:13

In this episode, Gaelle reveals a silent but important crisis in the world of French wines. If famous bottles of Chateau-Margaux are ever so expensive, the same story is not true of the more ordinary Bordeaux wines, which have been struggling to sell in recent years. You will understand why this crisis is hitting a lot of winegrowers hard and what …

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Biographie - la Veuve Clicquot 27:59

4M ago27:59

27:59

In this episode, Gaelle talks about the woman behind the world famous champagne, Veuve Clicquot. The first woman to ever be at the head of a champagne company, in the XIXème century where men largely dominated, she is an inspirational figure. With this episode you will discover her incredible story and how her legacy is still alive nowadays. Check …

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Le Salon de l’Agriculture 29:21

4M ago29:21

29:21

In this episode, Gaelle explains the importance of the Agricultural Show that takes place every year at the end of February near Paris. In the context of the farmers crisis this year, this event was especially important for the political world. With her explanations, you will understand where this tradition originated and why the French president a…

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Phonétique - prononciation “plus” 15:56

5M ago15:56

15:56

In this episode, Gaelle explains how to pronounce the little word “plus” - which annoyingly can be pronounced 3 different ways: [plu], [pluS] or [pluZ]. You probably won’t be able to say it correctly straight away, but at least you will know the rules behind it. NEW: Check out Langua, our groundbreaking platform to help you become fluent in French:…

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Mardi-gras et le carnaval 23:19

5M ago23:19

23:19

In this episode, Gaelle talks about two traditions typical of February and March: Mardi-Gras and Carnaval. She explains where they originate from, how they were celebrated back in the days and what is left from those traditions nowadays. It all started from a journey down memory lane for Gaelle, when blurry flashbacks of her childhood came rushing …

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Le prix Goncourt 24:10

6M ago24:10

24:10

In this episode, Gaelle talks about the most famous French literary prize, le prix Goncourt. You will discover how books are selected, who makes up the jury, and why it means so much to authors and publishers. But because nothing is never black and white, you will also hear about the little scandals that took place over the years and tarnished the …

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Interview avec Mélanie - être professeure en lycée professionnel 28:29

6M ago28:29

28:29

In this episode, Gaelle interviews Mélanie, a teacher in a vocational high school in France. Together they explain the purpose of such an educational environment, which students it is aimed at, as well as the stigma surrounding it and the difficulties of the job. NEW: Check out Langua, our cutting-edge software to help you become fluent in French: …

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Edith Piaf 27:44

7M ago27:44

27:44

In this episode, Gaelle presents the life of the world famous singer: Edith Piaf. Everyone is familiar with her most famous song, “La vie en rose”, but few really know who she was and where she came from. She sang about love so beautifully following a lot of hardship and broken heart. NEW: Check out Langua, a cutting-edge AI tool to help you become…

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la bûche de Noël 22:31

7M ago22:31

22:31

In this episode, Gaelle introduces you to THE christmas dessert in France: the Christmas log. It’s on every table, for every family. It can be made with chocolate, raspberry or lemon ice cream. But do we even know why French people eat a dessert in the shape of a piece of wood? Listen to this episode to find out. And if you want to learn a bit of p…

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Aller chez le médecin en France 26:09

8M ago26:09

26:09

In this episode, Gaelle explains how to navigate the French health system when you are sick. From the first step of finding the correct health professional to the last one of getting the correct medication, she explains what French people have to do to be seen and get better. You will understand what “mutuelle”, “carte vitale” and “médecin traitant…

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Louis Braille et son alphabet 27:04

8M ago27:04

27:04

In this episode, Gaelle introduces you to a French inventor who revolutionized the world for blind people in the 19th century: M. Louis Braille. You will hear about his extraordinary personal story and how he came to create a brilliant and universal alphabet, still in use nowadays by blind and visually impaired people. NEW: Check out Langua, our ne…

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Grammaire - Différence entre “juste” et “venir de” 12:01

8M ago12:01

12:01

In this grammar episode, Gaelle explains the difference between “juste” and “venir de”, which are both translated by “just” in English, making it difficult for English speakers to understand the difference. NEW: Check out Langua, our new learning software: https://languatalk.com/langua/podcasts?language=french&query=You can get free vocab lists as …

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Les choses bien en Angleterre dont la France devrait s’inspirer 27:09

8M ago27:09

27:09

In this episode, Gaelle talks about 3 aspects of English culture that she really likes and that she wished existed in France. She talks about charity shops and open mindedness, then finishes on a more serious note with the issue of street harassment, which is a major problem in France. NEW: Check out Langua, our new learning software: https://langu…

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