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Des vacances au Japon en préparation ! | French podcast

In today's episode, I share my excitement and plans for an upcoming trip to Japan! Join me, Elo, as I talk about the cities I hope to visit, and how I'm preparing for this incredible journey. Whether you're passionate about travel, fascinated by Japan, or simply curious to hear more in French, this episode will transport you straight into the heart of my adventure planning. Let's dream together!

J'adore les Rubik's Cube et les casse-têtes ! | Learning French Podcast

Learn French with real-life topics and slow, natural speech!
In this episode, I (Gatien) talk about my passion for Rubik’s Cubes and puzzles. From learning the classic 3x3 cube in middle school to trying a 4x4 and playing with a Pyraminx and a Qube, this episode is great for discovering fun French vocabulary about hobbies and logic games.

🎯 What you’ll learn:

• Useful vocabulary about Rubik’s Cubes and puzzles (cube, rotation, méthode, casse-tête…)

• How to talk about your hobbies and interests in French

• Clear and slow spoken French, perfect for A2–B2 learners

Je pars en week-end à Toulouse ! | Learn French Podcast

Learn French through real conversations!
In this short French podcast episode, I (Gatien) share my plans for the weekend: a motorcycle trip to Toulouse, a visit to his sister, a Japanese dinner, and… my very first arm wrestling training session!

🎯 What you’ll learn:

• French vocabulary related to travel, family, and sports

• Common everyday phrases in slow, natural French

• Beginner/intermediate level listening practice (A2–B2)

Beginner A2-B1 - Je vais dans ma salle de bain | Slow French

Learn French with a beginner-level podcast!
In this short episode, we help you improve your French with everyday vocabulary from the bathroom. Gatien talks about taking a shower and describes his morning routine in slow and clear French.

🎯 What you'll learn:

• Basic French bathroom and hygiene vocabulary (la douche, le savon, la serviette…)

• Reflexive verbs in the present and past tense (je me douche, je me suis lavé…)

• Real-life phrases used in daily conversations

Perfect for A1–A2 French learners. Listen, repeat, and improve your understanding naturally

Comment on fête Pâques en France ? | Learn French Podcast

In this Easter-themed episode of La Pause Café Croissant, discover how French people celebrate Pâques, from chocolate traditions to the famous egg hunt!

You'll hear slow and clear French, perfect for A2–B1 learners, while learning about:

• The flying bells (les cloches de Pâques) 🔔

• The Easter egg hunt tradition in French families 🥚

• Vocabulary around chocolate animals like lapins, poules, and œufs en chocolat 🍫

• A typical Easter Sunday in France

This episode is great for building your vocabulary around holidays, family life, and French culture, while improving your listening skills with natural, real conversations.

Le Mexique vu par un français | Learn French Podcast

In this special episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we launch a new series where we talk about how different countries are perceived from France — starting with Mexico, one of the top countries where our listeners are from!

You'll hear a real, unscripted conversation in slow and clear French, including:

• French clichés and ideas about Mexico 🇲🇽

• What French people associate with Mexican food, culture, and traditions

• What we would love to explore if we visited the country

• Expressions and vocabulary for talking about countries and travel

This episode is perfect for A2–B1 learners who want to learn French through natural conversations, while discovering how cultures are viewed from abroad.

Notre soirée crêpes maison 🥞 | Learn French

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien shares a cozy evening at home with his girlfriend: a French-style crêpe night! From savory fillings like cheese and charcuterie to sweet favorites like peanut butter, raspberry jam, and Nutella, you’ll get a taste of how French people enjoy one of their favorite dishes.

You’ll hear slow, clear French about:

• Talking about food and meals

• Describing a fun evening at home

• Expressing preferences and routines

• French vocabulary for ingredients and cooking

This episode is perfect for A2–B1 learners who want to learn French naturally with real conversations and build vocabulary related to food, culture, and everyday life.

On se prépare pour la Spartan Race ! | French podcast

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Élo and Gatien talk about the changes they’ve made to their workout routine as they prepare for their first Spartan Race!

You’ll hear a natural conversation in slow, clear French about:

• Starting running training and getting motivated 🏃‍♀️

• Buying new fitness gear and accessories 🏋️‍♂️

• How they’re adapting their workouts to get stronger and improve endurance

This is a great episode for A2–B1 French learners looking to improve their listening skills while hearing authentic French around fitness, motivation, and daily life.

On a pris la grêle en courant ! | French podcast

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I (Gatien) share a real story from yesterday: a nice run with my girlfriend… that ended with a huge hailstorm!

You’ll hear slow and clear French with useful vocabulary around:

• Running and outdoor activities 🏃‍♀️

• The weather and sudden changes ☔

• Telling stories in the past tense (passé composé & imparfait)

This is a great episode for A2–B1 learners who want to improve their French listening skills with natural, everyday storytelling.

Vol spatial 100 % féminin : que penser de Blue Origin ? | Learning French

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Élo and Gatien react to a fascinating piece of current news: the first all-women spaceflight launched by Blue Origin, featuring public figures like Katy Perry on board.

Together, we share our thoughts and questions about:

• The symbolic value of an all-female space crew

• Space tourism

• Useful French expressions for discussing space, gender, and current events

Spoken in slow, clear French, this is a great episode for B1–B2 learners who want to improve their listening skills and follow along with a real, unscripted conversation about a unique event.

Un dimanche jeux vidéo entre amis | Slow French

n this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien talks about a cozy weekend with a friend — after a sporty Saturday, Sunday was all about staying inside and playing video games!

You’ll hear slow, clear French about:

• Making weekend plans and talking about the weather

• Video game vocabulary: Nintendo Switch, Super Smash Bros, Rocket League

• A beautiful narrative game discovery: AER – Memories of Old

This is a great episode for A2–B1 learners looking to improve listening comprehension with real-life French conversations, full of casual expressions, past tense usage, and vocabulary related to hobbies and tech.

Plouf ! Une séance de piscine en France | Learn French

Pause café chez Starbucks | French podcast

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I (Elo) take a coffee break at Starbucks and chat in French about vegan drinks and pastries. From the challenges of finding plant-based treats in France to the joy of taking a sweet break in the sunshine, it's a cozy monologue in French for anyone who loves hot drinks and sweet treats. Grab your coffee and improve your listening skills!

Je m'achète un magazine de running | Podcast in French

In this short and beginner-friendly episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I (Gatien) share a simple story about my morning routine: going to a French newsstand (la presse) to buy a running magazine.

You’ll hear natural, slow French about:

• Visiting a newsstand in France

• Talking about hobbies and reading

• Vocabulary around running and magazines

• A slice of real French daily life

Spoken in clear and slow French, this episode is perfect for B1–C1 learners who want to improve listening skills and learn practical vocabulary.

J'ai voyagé à Paris pour le travail ! Learn French with us

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien shares a real-life experience: a short work trip to Paris! It’s the perfect chance to practice your French with a natural and relaxed story.

You’ll hear about:

• Taking the train to Paris

• Eating out in a brasserie

• Using the metro and navigating the city

• Describing a business meeting in French

• A few cultural notes and casual expressions

This episode is spoken in slow and clear French, great for A2–B1 learners looking to improve their listening skills and vocabulary related to travel, work, and everyday life in France.

On s’est inscrits à une Spartan Race ! | Learning French

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we share some exciting personal news: we signed up for a Spartan Race!

We talk about:

• What a Spartan Race is and why we decided to do it

• The types of obstacles and challenges we expect

• How we’re going to train and prepare for the event together

This is a fun and energetic conversation in natural French, spoken clearly and at a moderate pace — great for B1–B2 learners who want to improve their French while discovering real-life topics and daily conversations.

J'ai profité du beau temps | Learn French

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I (Elo) share with you my weekend: what I did, and how I enjoyed the beautiful weather!

Beginner A1 - Count 10-20 in French | Apprendre les nombres en français

Did you just start learning French? In this ultra-beginner episode, we help you learn to count from 10 to 20 in French, with clear pronunciation and repetition.

You’ll learn:

• How to say each number from dix (10) to vingt (20)

• How to recognize these numbers when you hear them

This episode is in slow and simple French, so it’s perfect for complete beginners (French A1 level) who want to build a strong foundation for their pronunciation and listening skills.

J'ai testé l'haltérophilie ce week-end ! | Learn French

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I (Gatien) share my experience trying two totally different sports: weightlifting (haltérophilie) and table tennis (ping-pong)!

You'll hear about:

• What it’s like to try Olympic-style weightlifting for the first time

• Useful French vocabulary related to sports and fitness

• A real-life story told in slow and clear French, perfect for A2–B2 learners

🎧 Great for anyone learning French and wanting to hear natural conversations and fun personal experiences!

10 000 mercis ! | Learn French Podcast

In this special episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we take a moment to say thank you, our French podcast just passed 10,000 listens, and we couldn’t have done it without you!

In this episode, we talk about:

• What it means to us to reach this milestone

• Our current and future projects

• The different formats available: beginner (A1–A2), intermediate, and advanced episodes

• Our roleplay series, news episodes, and more to come!

We’re so grateful to everyone learning French with us. Whether you’ve been here from the beginning or just joined recently, merci beaucoup! ❤️

Meta AI dans WhatsApp : on en pense quoi ? | Real French conversations

In this new episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we talk about a major tech update: Meta AI is being integrated into WhatsApp. What does that mean, and how do we feel about it?

Together, we discuss:

• What Meta’s AI actually does inside WhatsApp

• How artificial intelligence is changing the way we chat

• Some of our personal thoughts (and a few jokes) about AI assistants in everyday apps

This is a relaxed and real French conversation between siblings — spoken at a natural but clear pace, perfect for intermediate learners (B1–B2) who want to practice listening with authentic, current topics.

News in French: La Switch 2 arrive ! | Slow French

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we talk about the latest tech news in slow and clear French: Nintendo has officially announced the release date of the Switch 2!

You’ll learn:

• French vocabulary related to video games and technology

• How to talk about news, dates, and pricing in French

• Real-world listening practice, perfect for A2–B2 learners

Beginner A1-A2 - Apprends à prononcer le R français ! | Learn French Podcast

Struggling with the French "R" sound? You're not alone — it's one of the trickiest sounds for learners of French! In this episode, we guide you through:

• A clear explanation of how to pronounce the French [ʁ] (guttural R)

• Tips and tricks to find the right throat position

• Lots of pronunciation exercises and sample phrases to help you practice

• Repetition in slow, clear French to build confidence step by step

Whether you're a beginner trying to master the basics or an intermediate learner wanting to refine your accent, this episode is the perfect tool to improve your French pronunciation.

J’ai assisté à une compétition d’athlétisme ! | Slow French Podcast

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien shares a recent experience in slow, natural French: he went to see a friend compete in a track and field event, and discovered discus throwing for the first time!

This short story is told in clear and simple French, making it perfect for A2–B2 learners who want to improve their listening skills with real-life experiences and everyday vocabulary.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• French vocabulary about sports and competitions

• Expressions to talk about weekend activities and events

• Authentic listening practice with slow French spoken by a native speaker

Poisson d’avril : une tradition bien française ! Learn French

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explore the fun French tradition of “le poisson d’avril” — April Fool’s Day, but with a twist!

You’ll learn:

• What makes April 1st special in France

• Why French kids (and adults!) stick paper fish on people’s backs

We speak in slow and clear French, perfect for A2–B1 learners who want to improve their listening skills while discovering a fun piece of French culture.

Le télétravail : notre expérience | French Podcast

In this intermediate-level episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we (Elo and Gatien) share our personal experiences with remote work (le télétravail). Elo works part-time in the office and part-time from home (hybrid), while Gatien works fully remotely.

We talk about the pros and cons of each setup, how it affects their daily routines, productivity, and what we like (or don’t) about working from home.

You’ll hear:

• A real conversation between two native French speakers

• Vocabulary related to work, home office, and daily habits

• Intermediate French (B1–B2) spoken at a natural pace, with clear pronunciation

Beginner A1 - How to say the dates in French | Apprendre les dates

Are you just starting to learn French? In this ultra-beginner episode, we help you learn to count from 1 to 31 — the numbers you need to talk about dates, birthdays, appointments and calendars in French.

You’ll learn:

• How to say and recognize numbers from un to trente-et-un

• The structure of French dates (le 14 juillet, le 1er mai...)

• Useful repetition to help you pronounce them correctly

We speak in slow and simple French, so it’s perfect for complete beginners (A1 level) who want to build strong listening skills and get confident using French in daily life.

News in French: ChatGPT & Studio Ghibli | Slow French

In this episode, we talk about the news of the week: ChatGPT can now generate images in the style of Studio Ghibli! We discuss how it works, what people are saying about it, and the link between AI and creativity.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to talk about artificial intelligence and creativity in French 🤯

• Key French vocabulary around image generation, style, and technology 🎨

• Listening practice with slow French, perfect for A2–B1 learners 🎧

This episode is great for beginners and intermediate learners who want to improve their listening skills while staying up to date with current tech news — all in French!

On parle de nos chats | Learn French with us!

In this French podcast episode, we, (Elo and Gatien), talk about our cats, their names, personalities, what they love (or don’t!), and some funny little habits.

It’s a light and fun conversation in slow, clear French, perfect for A2–B2 learners who want to improve their listening skills and learn everyday vocabulary about pets, animals, and daily life.

You’ll hear:

• Real French conversation between native speakers

• Words and expressions related to cats and their behavior

• Slow and natural French to help you follow along with confidence

Beginner A1 - Count 0-10 in French | Apprendre les nombres en français

Are you just starting to learn French? In this ultra-beginner episode, we help you learn to count from 0 to 10 in French, with clear pronunciation and repetition.

You’ll learn:

• How to say each number from zéro to dix

• How to recognize them when you hear them

We speak in slow and simple French, so it’s perfect for complete beginners (A1 level) who want to build a strong foundation.