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Se présenter | Beginner A1 Introduce yourself in French

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this very easy French episode for complete beginners (A1 level), you’ll learn how to introduce yourself in French.Practice simple sentences in th...

10 mots et leurs synonymes à connaître en français | Learn French

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, you’ll learn 10 useful French words and their synonyms perfect to expand your vocabulary and sound more...

Nuances de jaune | French vocabulary for advanced levels

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this advanced French episode, we explore the world of yellow tones, from the warm, spicy saffron to the fresh and bright lemon.You’ll discover si...

Rugby : la France a joué cette semaine | Learn French

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast episode for learners (A2-B2 level), discover key vocabulary and cultural context about rugby in France, including the Autumn Na...

Beginner A1-A2 Une journée de travail au présent | Learn French

15 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover a typical day in the life of an office worker, told in simple French, in the present tense, and entirely from the first-person perspective (“...

Actu tech en français : Steam Machine... | Learn French

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explore two groundbreaking tech announcements: Valve’s new Steam Machine console and Samsung’s upc...

J’ai gravi le Mont Fuji ! | Learn French

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I climbed Mount Fuji in Japan! 🗻It was a one-day hike, very physical, quite difficult, but absolutely worth it. We started early in the morning, th...

Comment s’habiller quand il fait froid… mais pas trop ? | Learn French

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast for beginners (A2-B2), learn how to talk about clothing and weather in French especially in those moments when it’s cold in t...

Le 11 novembre expliqué simplement | Learn French culture

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, discover November 11th, Armistice Day: a French public holiday that commemorates the end of World War I.You’ll hear how France hono...

Beginner A1-B1 Le vocabulaire du dessin | Learn French Podcast

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-level French podcast, you’ll learn basic drawing vocabulary in French: words like crayon (pencil), feutre (marker), pinceau (paintb...

5 jours à Tokyo | Learn French

09 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s travel together to Japan!In this episode, I tell you about five amazing days in Tokyo.Here’s the program:Tuesday: Shibuya and the statue of ...

Beginner A1-B1 | Mon emploi du temps | Learn French Podcast

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner French podcast, follow a simple daily routine with easy vocabulary and short sentences. I talk about my day as a web developer, from ...

Comment ça va ? Différentes façons de répondre ! | Learn French

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore different ways to respond to the famous French question “Comment ça va ?”, from polite and neutral answers to fun, fa...

Je recommence à dessiner | Learn French Podcast

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast episode, I share how I recently started drawing again during a trip to Paris. I talk about my past art classes, my love for wat...

On lance notre Patreon ! | Learn French with us

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We have a big announcement: we’re launching our Patreon! 🎉Patreon is a platform where you can subscribe to get exclusive content and special bonu...

Les Trois Mousquetaires, un classique français à connaître | Learn French

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this cultural French podcast, we introduce the legendary novel Les Trois Mousquetaires by Alexandre Dumas, originally published in 1844. You’ll d...

Les Worlds 2025 de LoL | Learn French Podcast

02 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French podcast episode, we talk about the 2025 League of Legends World Championship, where the Korean team KT Rolster has made it to the grand...

La Toussaint en France | Learn French culture

01 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today let’s discover La Toussaint, a French public holiday celebrated on November 1st.We’ll talk about what this day means in France, its religiou...

Expressions françaises rigolotes sur la nourriture | Learn French idioms

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s learn some fun French expressions about food!In this episode, you’ll discover 5 popular idiomatic expressions that sound delicious but mean ...

Beginner A2-B1 - Halloween et son vocabulaire | Learn French

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-friendly French podcast, you’ll learn the most important Halloween vocabulary in French, including words like citrouille (pumpkin),...

Connaissez-vous le Monopoly ? | Learn French Podcast

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this relaxed French episode, I share a cozy afternoon spent playing Monopoly with my girlfriend. We talk about board game vocabulary in French (lik...

Kaamelott : une série française culte | Learn French culture

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about Kaamelott, one of the most popular French comedy series. It’s a funny and clever show that retells the legend of King ...

On mange healthy ! | Learn French Podcast

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-friendly French episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I talk about how my girlfriend decided to start cooking healthier meals at home....

Les Foudres, la nouvelle récompense du métal français | French culture

25 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about Les Foudres, a brand-new music award that celebrates French metal!Until now, there was no official ceremony for metal ar...

Le vocabulaire des fast-foods | Learning French

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we dive into the world of fast food vocabulary in French and all the English words that are used daily in...

Décrire une voiture - vocabulaire débutant en français | Learn French

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-friendly episode of La Pause Café Croissant, you’ll learn the basic French vocabulary to describe a car: its parts, interior eleme...

Arriver comme une fleur… et autres expressions pour parler d’une arrivée surprise !

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore six colorful French expressions you can use to talk about arriving: whether it’s a good surprise or a little awkward mom...

Empathie : la nouvelle série québécoise | Learn French podcast

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Empathie is a brand-new French-language series from Canada, which means it’s in Québécois French! For me, it was the first time watching a show in...

Un week-end en Grèce | Learn French travel vocabulary

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share my weekend trip to Athens, Greece! From a Friday flight from Paris with my girlfriend to explorin...

Qu'est ce que le vibecoding ? | Learn French Podcast

19 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explore the concept of vibecoding a new approach to programming where developers interact with code th...

Un matin au marché | Learn French for beginners

18 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s go to the market together! In this easy French episode, you’ll follow a calm and colorful morning at the local market: full of smells, sound...

Ma voiture brille ! Easy French podcast

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this easy French podcast episode, learn everyday French about washing your car! 🧽🚗Follow a simple routine: going to the car wash, using the a...

Recette facile en français : les pancakes | Learn French

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-level French podcast, learn how to make pancakes while practicing simple French cooking vocabulary. You'll hear basic words for ingre...

Beginner A2-B1 | Réserver un hôtel | Learn French

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-friendly episode of La Pause Café Croissant, you’ll learn simple French vocabulary and phrases to book a hotel: asking for a room,...

Un week-end à Athènes | Learn French travel vocabulary

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share my upcoming trip to Athens, Greece! I’ll take the train to Paris on Thursday, then fly with my ...

Je vais à la pharmacie | Easy French for beginners A1-B1

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s go to the pharmacy together! 💊In this easy French episode, you’ll learn useful vocabulary for everyday life, when you’re not feeling we...

Week-end triathlon : natation, vélo et pizza | Learn French

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this new episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share a simple and motivating weekend full of sports, training, and small pleasures all in easy Fre...

UTMB 2025 : résultats et vocabulaire | Learn French

11 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we dive into the world of trail running and the legendary UTMB 2025 (Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc).Recorded ...

Les livres audio : lire avec ses oreilles | Learn French

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Elo talks about audiobooks, and about the platform Audible.What exactly is an audiobook? Why are they so practical? And how can ...

GP Explorer 3 : résultats, audiences... | Learn French

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we take a closer look at the massive success of GP Explorer 3, the creator-led Formula 4 race organized b...

Le, la, les, un, une, des... comment choisir ? Les articles | Learn French Podcast

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-level episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explain how to use definite and indefinite articles (les articles définis et indéfini...

Un weekend au Luxembourg | Learn French

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s take a little trip together!In this episode, I tell you about my weekend in Luxembourg, a small but beautiful country in the heart of Europe.Y...

Comment organiser son travail ? | Learn French Podcast

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I talk about how I organize my work as a developer: I use a daily log, Git, and Trello for my freelance p...

Qu'est-ce que le GP Explorer ? | Learn French Podcast

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we take a look at the GP Explorer 2025, the third and final edition of the wildly popular YouTuber-led Fo...

Et si on faisait la sieste ? | Learn French

04 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the weekend, time for a well-deserved rest! 😴☕🥐In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I, Elo, talk about la sieste, the French wo...

Comment fonctionne l'école en France ? | Learn French Podcast

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explain the French school system step by step: from maternelle (preschool) to école élémentaire (pr...

Quels sont les magasins dans un village ? | Learn French Podcast

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-friendly episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we take a walk through a typical French village to discover the small local businesses ...

J’ai participé à un hackathon ! Learn French Podcast

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share my experience participating in a hackathon / team-building event where creativity, collaboration,...

Beginner A1-B1 | La météo en français | Learn French Podcast

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner French podcast episode, we talk about the weather! Learn easy and useful words like il fait beau, il pleut, il neige, and il y a du v...

Comment décrire les couleurs | French vocabulary

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How can you describe a color in French? In this episode, we go beyond just saying red, blue, or green. You’ll learn essential adjectives to describe...

NVIDIA investit 100 milliards de dollars | Learn French News

27 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we take a closer look at the massive 10-gigawatt investment announced by NVIDIA in partnership with OpenA...

Une journée aux Worlds de Rocket League | Learn French

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share my experience attending the Rocket League World Championship (Worlds) in Lyon on September 13th. ...

Thé ou café ? | La Pause Café Croissant - Learn French

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about coffee breaks ! In today’s episode, I, Elo, talk about one of my favorite daily rituals: taking a break with a hot drink and a litt...

Le magazine de mon enfance : Le Journal de Mickey | Learn French

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I talk about one of my favorite childhood memories: Le Journal de Mickey, a classic French magazine for k...

French for Beginners - Être malade (A1–B1) | Easy Vocabulary

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this beginner-level episode of La Pause Café Croissant, learn simple and useful French vocabulary to talk about being sick and taking care of your...

Mon appartement plein de plantes | Learn French

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s talk about plants and greenery at home! From Monstera and bonsai-style ficus to aloe vera, pilea babies, and even a (sadly short-lived) basil ...

Une soirée cinéma devant Harry Potter | Learn French

20 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this cozy episode of La Pause Café Croissant, join me for a fun and relaxed story about a movie night at home with Gatien and my husband. We watch...

Un paysage unique en France : l’Étang de Montady | Learn French

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I take you to the stunning viewpoint above the Étang de Montady, a unique star-shaped agricultural lands...

Beginner A2-B1 - Le matériel pour une randonnée | Learn French

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this short and beginner-friendly episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explore the essential French vocabulary for going on a hike or as we say i...

J'ai réussi à faire 120 kilomètres à vélo ? | Learn French

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share the story of a personal challenge: cycling 120 km in one day with my father to finish our trip al...

Beginner A2-B1 - Vocabulaire : le camping | Learn French

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this very beginner-friendly episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we introduce simple and essential French words for camping. Learn how to say tent,...

Mon nouveau Tamagotchi : le jouet culte des années 90 ! | Learn French

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, let’s take a nostalgic trip back to the 90s… with one of the most iconic toys of that era: the Tamagotchi.If you grew up in the 90s, you pr...

Une semaine à vélo sur le Canal du Midi | Learn French

13 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share my unforgettable bike trip with my father along the Canal du Midi, covering 320 km across souther...

J'ai une nouvelle montre de sport | Learn French

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share a personal story about receiving a COROS Pace 3 sports watch for my birthday just before setting ...

Mission lessive ! | Everyday French vocabulary

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We do it every week but don't talk about it! Today, we dive into everyday French vocabulary around laundry: a task everyone does at home but rarely ta...

Mon app coup de cœur : Focus Friend | Learn French

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I, Elo, share with you my new favorite app: Focus Friend. It’s not an ad, just a genuine recommendation! This adorable app helps you stay away...

Album photo et souvenirs de vacances | Learn French

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about photo albums: a beautiful way to keep summer memories alive. After the holidays, many of us have lots of photos stored on our phon...

Brunch entre amis et balade moto | Learn French

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I, Elo, invite you to join me for a friendly chat in French, just like colleagues sharing stories over a coffee break. Today I tell y...

La rentrée en France | Learn French culture

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is all about “la rentrée”, the French word for “back to school” and “back to work.” In France, children enjoy a long tw...

Nuances de bleu | French vocabulary for advanced levels

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn new vocabulary! This advanced-level episode is designed for learners who want to go beyond basic color vocabulary in French. We’ll dive into t...

Les permis en France | Learn French

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explore how young people in France start driving early, thanks to different types of licences availabl...

Les voitures françaises mythiques : 2CV, 4L... | Learn French Podcast

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, discover the most famous French cars and brands that have become legends around the world. 🚗✨ From t...

L'agriculture française : vins, élevages, fromages | Learn French Culture

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the richness of French agriculture in this episode of La Pause Café Croissant! 🌱Gatien explains the diversity of French farming, from the...

Je fais un tennis | Learn French

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Start your day with some fun French listening practice! In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien shares a lighthearted story about playing ...

Exercice de prononciation | Simple French exercises to learn French

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Improve your French pronunciation with this practical audio lesson! In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien guides you through easy oral e...

Un petit-déjeuner à la boulangerie | Learn French Culture

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Start your day like the French! In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explore the typical French breakfast at the bakery (la boulangerie) an...

La piscine : vocabulaire en français | Learn French Podcast

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Want to improve your French while imagining a refreshing summer day? In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we dive into the world of the swimmi...

Aller à la patinoire | Learn French Podcast

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to learn French with fun winter activities? In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we take you to the ice rink (la patinoire) to practice ...

Nuances de violet | French vocabulary for advanced levels

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Want to expand your French vocabulary with colors? 🎨In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explore the different shades of purple in Frenc...

Le Cancre - Poème en Français | Learn French

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to improve your French while discovering French poetry? 🇫🇷 In this advanced episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we read and explain "Le C...

Mon nouvel ordinateur : travail et jeux vidéo | Learn French

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French learning podcast, discover a simple story about getting a new computer. Gatien explains why his old PC was too slow, how he will now us...

Qui est le premier roi de France ? | Histoire de France | Learn French Podcast

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the origins of the French monarchy with this French listening practice episode! In today’s podcast, we talk about Hugues Capet (987), known...

Beginner A2-B1 - Présent : une journée d'étudiant en France | Learn French

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, discover a typical day in the life of a French student, told in simple and clear French for learners. Fro...

Advanced B2-C2 - Des expressions françaises particulières | Learn French

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, discover fun and useful French expressions that are often said only halfway but still understood. For exa...

Faire sa valise : vocabulaire pratique pour voyager en avion | Learn French

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, you will learn essential French vocabulary for packing luggage and preparing for a trip by plane. From sa...

Vocabulaire : la trousse de toilette | Learn French Vocabulary

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, you will learn essential French vocabulary for the toiletry bag perfect for travel and daily life. From b...

Retour de vacances en moto | Learn French Podcast

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien shares his return from vacation by motorcycle: 4 hours on the road, a few stops at gas stations, a...

Les souvenirs de vacances | Learn French Podcast

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, discover many ideas for souvenirs to bring back from your holidays and keep your best moments close to yo...

Beginner A2-B1 - La plage | Learn Easy French

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn basic French beach vocabulary for beginners (A1-A2 level) in this easy and fun episode. Practice words like “maillot de bain” (swimsuit), “...

Vocabulaire : les vêtements d'été | Learn French Vocabulary

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French listening practice episode, we review essential summer clothing vocabulary for warm weather. Learn how to describe everyday clothes lik...

Beginner A2-B1 - Je veux changer de téléphone | Learn French

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French listening practice episode, I talk about my old smartphone, why it’s time to replace it, and my search for a refurbished phone on Bac...

Je pars vivre mes vacances de rêve au Japon | Learn French Podcast

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this French listening practice episode, follow me (Elo) as I share my detailed travel plans for an upcoming trip to Japan: from Tokyo to Mount Fuji...

Je prépare mes vacances | Learn French

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for a French listening practice episode all about preparing for a motorcycle trip. In this 3 minute podcast, I talk about filling up the tan...

Pourquoi Chat GPT-5 est une vraie nouveauté ? | Learn French

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the newest version of OpenAI’s language model in this French learning podcast! In today’s episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien exp...

Un énorme incendie en France | Learn French

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, discover how France is battling one of the largest wildfires in its recent history. Learn simple French a...

Qu'est-ce que le Canal du Midi en France ? | Learn French Culture

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to discover France differently? In today’s episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien shares his upcoming trip along the famous Canal du Midi...

100 000 écoutes - Merci à vous ! | Learn French Podcast

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien and Elo celebrate a big milestone: 100,000 podcast listens! 🎉 They reflect on their jou...

Mon entraînement de musculation avec ma copine | Learn French

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to improve your French listening skills with real-life topics? In this short and engaging episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien shares a...

On dit "tu" ou "vous" en français ? | Learn French Podcast

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the difference between “tu” and “vous” in French conversation!**In this 3-minute episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we explore one of ...

Deux journées bien remplies entre cours, moto et sushis | Learn French

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to follow along a typical couple of busy days in France? In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien shares a personal story: a full day...