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Beginner A1-B1 | Un week-end au camping en français au présent

09 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Spend a relaxing weekend at a campsite in this French podcast episode told mostly in the present tense. Follow a simple and natural story about going ...

Une randonnée en France dans les Pyrénées - Learn French

03 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast episode, I share a real hiking experience and a future adventure in the Pyrenees mountains. Learn useful vocabulary about hikin...

J’ai failli abandonner | Storytime in French

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever faced your fears and pushed beyond your limits? In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, discover a powerful real-life story of a yo...

On a fini notre série… | Learn French Podcast

26 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of our Learn French podcast, we talk about finishing the TV show Animal Kingdom and what we thought about it after 6 seasons.I describ...

La mission Artemis et l’exploration spatiale | Learn French Podcast

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover space exploration in this French podcast episode focused on the Artemis mission and beyond. Learn essential vocabulary about space, rockets, ...

L'Ile-de-France : la région la plus visitée | Discover France

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the Île-de-France region in this easy French podcast episode for learners. Explore Paris and its surroundings while improving your listening...

Je vous raconte mon week-end en français

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast episode, I share a simple and authentic story about my weekend. From a gym session with friends and a new weightlifting persona...

Nature vocabulary in French - Podcast en français

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn essential French nature vocabulary in this beginner-friendly podcast episode (A2-B1 level). Discover words related to forests, mountains, rivers...

Dessiner au fusain | Learn French with arts

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A beginner-friendly podcast episode about drawing and art! Discover how to use charcoal (fusain), explore simple shading and blending techniques, and ...

Beginner A2-B1 - L’informatique en français

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn essential French vocabulary about computing, web development, and artificial intelligence in this educational podcast episode. Discover key IT t...

Prendre soin d'un animal | Easy French

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn essential French on how to take care of a pet in this beginner-friendly podcast episode. 🐾In this episode, you’ll explore simple vocabulary...

Une semaine au bord de l’océan | Learn French Podcast

05 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Spend a week by the ocean in this relaxing French podcast episode. Learn useful vocabulary about the sea, daily activities, leisure, and food, then li...

Le bricolage en français facile | Learn French

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A beginner-friendly podcast episode about DIY and home improvement! 🛠️ In this episode, you’ll discover essential French vocabulary related to ...

Beginner A1-A2 | French work vocabulary

29 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn essential French work vocabulary in this beginner-friendly podcast episode (A1-A2 level). Discover key words related to jobs, colleagues, meetin...

Qui dirige les villes en France en 2026 ? Municipales et partis politiques | Learn French politics

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the key results of the 2026 French municipal elections in this French learning podcast episode. Learn about voter turnout, newly elected mayo...

Quels sports pratique-t-on en France ? | Learn French

22 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover sports culture in France in this comprehensive French podcast episode. Learn about the most popular sports such as football, rugby, tennis, a...

Week-end détente en France | Learn French

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A relaxing podcast episode about everyday life! In this episode, you’ll hear a simple and clear story about “what I did this weekend” in French:...

Discover French pop culture in easy French

15 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover French pop culture in this longer French learning podcast episode. From cinema and TV series to music, video games, and internet creators, th...

Faire de la couture | Easy French episode

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A relaxing story about sewing and handmade crafts. In this slow and clear French podcast for learners, I talk about sewing, repairing clothes (reprise...

Découverte d’une salle d’haltérophilie - Easy French

08 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast episode, Gatien shares the story of discovering a new weightlifting gym about 30 minutes from his home. The gym is an old assoc...

Quelles sont nos boissons préférées ? Conversation en français

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Elo and Gatien talk about their favorite drinks in a relaxed and natural conversation in French. From coffee and tea to other everyda...

Bientôt les élections municipales 🗳️ | Learn French culture

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How do municipal elections work in France? In this intermediate French learning podcast episode, I, Elo, explain the French local election system in a...

The Middle Ages in France in easy French

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the Middle Ages in France in this educational French podcast episode. Learn about key historical figures like Clovis, Charlemagne, and Joan o...

La fête du citron à Menton 🍋 | Discover France

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the sunny town of Menton on the French Riviera and explore its famous Fête du Citron in this French learning podcast episode. Learn about Me...

1 an de podcast 🎉 Ce n'est que le début ! Podcast to learn French

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this special anniversary episode, we (Elo and Gatien) celebrate one year of La Pause Café Croissant. We look back on our journey, share memories f...

Describe your house in French - Vocabulaire en français

22 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn essential French house vocabulary in this episode designed for beginners (A2-B1). Discover the names of rooms, furniture, and everyday sentences...

Les grandes marques de luxe françaises | Discover French culture

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the world of French luxury brands in this intermediate French learning podcast episode. Learn about iconic maisons such as Louis Vuitton, Cha...

A weekend in Auvergne - Vocabulary + Story time in French

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Spend a weekend in Clermont-Ferrand with me in this longer French learning episode. First, discover useful vocabulary related to travel, Airbnb accomm...

Beginner A1-B1 - Le son UN en français | Learn French Podcast

14 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Improve your French pronunciation with this focused practice episode on the nasal sound “UN / IN / IM”. In this guided training session, you will ...

French level B1-B2 | Un week-end à Clermont-Ferrand en France

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we share a short weekend trip to Clermont-Ferrand in central France. Discover vocabulary related to travel, thermes (thermal baths), ...

Beginner A1-A2 | Faire les courses - Ad-free

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-friendly French podcast episode, learn how to talk about grocery shopping in simple, clear French. This episode is perfect for A1-A2 ...

Parler de la pluie en français | The French Podcast

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about the weather is a classic part of everyday French, and rain is one of the most common topics! In this episode, you’ll learn how to talk...

Un moment cosy et cocooning | Learn French vocabulary

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Immerse yourself in a cozy and relaxing French atmosphere with this easy French podcast episode.In this episode, you will discover simple French vocab...

Comment parler de l’âge en français ? - Apprendre le français facilement

07 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to talk about age in French with this beginner-friendly podcast episode (A2-B2 level). You will discover how to say your age, ask someone’...

Beginner A1-B1 | Un examen à l'université - An exam at the university

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to talk about university exams in French with this beginner-friendly podcast (A1-B1 level). This episode introduces essential vocabulary wit...

Trois jours intenses d’examens | Learn French

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this intermediate-level French podcast, I talk about finishing three intense days of final exams for my Master’s degree (Bac+5 in France). I had ...

Nuances de rose | French vocabulary for advanced levels

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the subtle and expressive shades of pink in French. From the warm tones of skin-tone pink, to the soft elegance of powder pink and dusty rose,...

Découvrez la région Hauts-de-France | Learn French culture

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the Hauts-de-France region in this easy French podcast episode designed for French learners. Explore northern France through simple, clear Fr...

Une visite au musée du Louvre-Lens | Discover French culture

01 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Follow a simple and authentic story about a visit to the Louvre-Lens museum in northern France. Learn useful French vocabulary and everyday sentence s...

Les vêtements d'hiver | Easy French vocabulary

31 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this easy French podcast episode, you will learn basic vocabulary about winter clothes.We talk about what people wear in winter in France: coats, s...

Beginner A2-B1 - Les émotions en français

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to express basic emotions in French with this beginner-friendly podcast episode (A2-B1 level). We explore simple vocabulary like je suis heu...

Rameur, course et musculation - Ad-free | Learn French

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this short and simple French podcast (A2-B2 level), I talk about my motivation to get back into cardio training. Yesterday, I did two workouts: row...

Une soirée au coin du feu - Vocabulary in French and English

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this cozy French podcast episode, I share a peaceful winter evening spent by the wood stove. Learn 5 key French words related to fire and wood heat...

Trois jours au ski en France | Learn French Podcast

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast episode, I tell you about my 3-day ski trip in the Massif Central mountains of France. I went skiing with my mother and little ...

Je suis allée à un match de hockey sur glace | Easy French podcast

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to a short and easy French story about going to an ice hockey game. I describe the atmosphere in the ice rink, the players, the equipment, the ...

Les BD de Pénélope Bagieu | Discover French Culture

24 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the graphic novels of Pénélope Bagieu, one of the most famous contemporary French comic artists. This episode is specially designed for Fre...

Découvrir la région Grand Est | Learn French Culture

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this French listening practice episode, we explore the Grand Est region of France. From Strasbourg to Reims, discover the most beautiful cities, lo...

Beginner A1 - Cats | Les chats | Easy slow French

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This ultra-beginner French podcast episode helps A1 learners discover basic vocabulary about having a cat in France. With very short sentences and sim...

News in French - Apple choisit Gemini pour Siri

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Apple has just announced a major partnership with Google to integrate its Gemini AI model into Siri. In this episode of our French podcast, we break d...

Les soldes en France | Shopping culture in France

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about “les soldes” in France in this easy French podcast episode.Discover what sales are in France, when they take place, and how they work....

Les anniversaires en France | Learn French culture

17 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover common birthday traditions in France: birthday cakes, candles, the famous “Joyeux anniversaire” song, gifts, parties, and birthday wishes...

Décrire un arbre - Vocabulary in French and English

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to describe a tree in French with this beginner-friendly podcast! You'll hear essential vocabulary for nature and trees, with clear examples...

Advanced B2-C2 - Il pleure dans mon cœur - Poème en Français

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this advanced French podcast episode (B2-C2), discover the beauty of French poetry with Paul Verlaine’s iconic poem Il pleure dans mon cœur. You...

"A table !" Learn French Table Vocabulary | Beginner Episode

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner French podcast episode (A1-A2), you will learn essential French table vocabulary and simple everyday expressions used during meals. P...

C'est la galette des rois en France | Learn French

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover French winter food traditions with this beginner podcast! From the galette des rois in January to la Chandeleur and its delicious crêpes in ...

Ma compétition de bras de fer | Learn French Podcast

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of our French podcast for learners, Gatien shares his excitement about his first arm wrestling competition. Learn vocabulary related t...

Beginner A1 - Count 100-1000 in French | Apprendre les nombres en français

10 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you are starting to learn French, this is for you! In this beginner episode, I help you learn to count from 100 to 1000 in French, with clear pronu...

Slow and Easy French - Aller au marché

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A beginner French podcast (A1-B1) using only the present tense! In this episode, follow Gatien as he visits a French market, buys fruit, vegetables, a...

Nuances de vert | French vocabulary for advanced levels

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this advanced French learning episode, we explore the subtle and expressive shades of green in French. From the warm, earthy tones of khaki and the...

Mon ordinateur est en panne | Learn French

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this A2-B2 level French podcast episode, I share a personal story: my laptop just stopped working. Learn how to talk about tech problems in French ...

La région Centre-Val de Loire et ses châteaux | Discover France

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the Centre-Val de Loire region in this slow French podcast episode for learners. Discover the famous Loire Valley châteaux, the Loire River, ...

J’ai recommencé à apprendre une langue ! | Learn French

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast for A2 learners, the host shares a personal story: restarting German after 7 years! He talks about his motivation, past struggl...

Un concert d'Hans Zimmer à la bougie | Learn French

04 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Discover a magical and immersive concert experience in this podcast episode for French learners. I, Elo, share a peaceful evening inside an old church...

Bonne année 2026 ! The podcast to learn French in 2026

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Start 2026 with a French learning boost! In this personal and accessible podcast (A2-B2 level), the host shares his New Year's Eve celebration, his re...

Le réveillon de la Saint-Sylvestre | Learn French Culture

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how New Year’s Eve (La Saint-Sylvestre) is celebrated in France with this easy French podcast episode for beginners. In this episode, you w...

Faire du ski | Learn French Podcast

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this easy French episode for B1-B2 learners, discover the basics of skiing in France! Learn simple words for ski equipment, the types of skiing (al...

Les vacances de Noël | Easy French podcast

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn French with this easy French podcast episode about Christmas holidays in France.In this episode, beginner French learners discover how people ce...

Se présenter en français - Beginner A1-B1

27 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to introduce yourself in French! In this beginner podcast (A1-B1), you’ll practice simple sentences in the present tense: how to say your ...

Joyeux Noël - Beginner A2-B1 French Podcast

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate Christmas and learn French vocabulary with this special beginner-friendly episode! In this short podcast, you’ll learn the names of classi...

Le réveillon de Noël | Easy French podcast

24 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn French with an easy and slow podcast episode about Christmas Eve in France. In this episode, you will discover what le réveillon de Noël is, w...

Une séance de musculation entre amis | Easy French

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast episode for A2-C1 learners, Gatien shares a fun and intense Sunday workout with friends: a 2-hour muscle training session in hi...

Mes séries préférées du moment - Intermediate level of French

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What French people watch on Netflix and Prime Video? In this easy French listening episode, you’ll hear about popular series like Person of Interest...

Advanced B1-C1 - L'actu tech : piratage, ChatGPT...

21 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stay up to date with December 2025 tech news in this French podcast episode! We cover major developments in artificial intelligence including global c...

Étudier en France : fac, écoles... | French Culture

20 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you curious about how the French university system works? In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explain the basics of higher education i...

L’hiver en français facile | Learn French

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

❄️ Learn easy French with this beginner-friendly podcast episode about winter in France. Discover when winter starts and ends, what the weather is...

Beginner A1-A2 - Vocabulaire facile de Noël | Learn French

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎄 Want to learn French with real Christmas vocabulary?In this super beginner-friendly episode (A1-A2), you'll discover 5 simple and useful French w...

Les marchés de Noël en France | Easy French

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover a classic Christmas tradition in France with this easy French podcast episode about French Christmas markets. In simple and clear French, you...

La Bretagne : une magnifique région française | Learn French

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the stunning region of Brittany (Bretagne) in this French podcast episode for learners at A2-B2 level. From historic cities like Saint-Malo an...

Une journée à une compétition d’athlétisme | Learn French Podcast

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French A2-B2 level podcast, follow a relaxed story about spending the day at a track and field competition to support a friend. You’ll hear ...

J'emmène ma moto au garage | Learn French Podcast

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this short French podcast episode for A2-B2 learners, follow a simple story about a motorcycle maintenance appointment in France. Learn useful voca...

10 mots de vocabulaire pour l'hiver | Learn French

13 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This cozy French podcast episode is perfect for A2-B2 learners who want to build vocabulary around winter and Christmas. You'll learn 10 key words lik...

Préparer Noël : cadeaux, Secret Santa et repas de fête | Learn French

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas is coming! 🎄This short and intermediate French podcast (B1-C1 level) takes you into the cozy world of French holiday traditions: buying g...

Une journée à Universal Studios Japan | Learn French with travels

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, join me for a magical day at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka! I share the next chapter of my summer trip to Japan and take you throu...

Beginner A1-B1 - Les fruits en français - Fruits in French

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-friendly episode of La Pause Café Croissant, learn the most common fruit names in French with simple vocabulary and easy phrases. Pe...

La nouvelle Miss France 2026 | Learn French Podcast

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about Miss France 2026, one of France’s most iconic and followed national events. Discover what the Miss France contest is, how it works, wh...

La région Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | Learn French Culture

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the beauty of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in this French podcast episode for learners. From world-famous Bourgogne vineyards to the peaceful mou...

Ma semaine de cours | Learn French Podcast

06 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I share my experience during a week of university classes including a very advanced statistics lecture I didn’t understand at all, and a more engagi...

Le Téléthon : un week-end solidaire | Learn French culture

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the French Téléthon, a major charity event that takes place every December to support research on rare genetic diseases. In this French epi...

Découvrir la région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | Learn French Culture

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the French region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes one of the most diverse and beautiful parts of France. Learn about the Alps and volcanoes, cities lik...

Beginner A1-A2 Prendre le train | Learn French

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn French the easy way with this ultra-beginner episode about taking the train in France. In this short and simple audio lesson, you’ll hear ever...

Le Black Friday | Learn French Podcast

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast (A2-C1 level), we talk about Black Friday in France: what it is, how it's changing shopping habits, and what I bought (or didn'...

Devenir son propre barista | Easy French Podcast

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to become your own home barista using simple tools like a coffee machine and a handheld electric frother. Today, I talk about making everyda...

Au milieu des cerfs au Japon | Learn French with travels

30 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover a perfect day trip to Nara in this easy French podcast episode for beginners. Travel with me from Osaka by train, meet Nara’s famous free-r...

Beginner A1-B1 - Apprendre l’alphabet en français | Learn French

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the French alphabet step by step in this beginner-friendly podcast episode (A1 level).Practice the pronunciation of all 26 letters, discover key...

J'ai fait réviser ma voiture | Easy and practical French

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn essential French vocabulary for everyday life, with this easy French episode about getting a car serviced. In this short story, we follow a simp...

Il a neigé ce week-end | Beginner A1-A2

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about a surprising weather event in France: it snowed this weekend! After warm temperatures, the cold arrived suddenly, and many regions...

Gemini 3 de Google | Learn French Podcast

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explore Gemini 3, Google’s next‑generation multimodal AI model. Discover what makes this model s...

Une compétition de bras de fer | Learn French

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast episode (A2-C1), follow the story of a full day helping organize an arm wrestling competition from an early morning motorcycle ...

Un séjour à Kyoto | Learn French with travels

22 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s explore Kyoto together!In this episode, I tell you about four wonderful days in Kyoto, Japan’s ancient capital, a city full of temples, natu...

Les dessins animés de mon enfance | Learn French

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this cultural French podcast episode, discover the cartoons French kids used to watch in the early 2000s like Lucky Luke, Totally Spies, Scooby-Doo...