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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, when it takes place, and how people celebrate it with family and friends.This episode is perfect for French beginners (A1-A2). It uses short sentences, simple vocabulary, and clear explanations to help you understand everyday French more easily.You will learn common words and expressions related to Christmas traditions, such as family meals, decorations, gifts, and the atmosphere of Christmas Eve in France. A great episode to improve your listening skills while learning about French culture and traditions in a calm and enjoyable way.Perfect for learners who want to practice French naturally and feel more confident during the holiday season. 🎄

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 his garage, with some intro to weightlifting and even arm wrestling practice to prepare for an upcoming competition.You’ll hear natural, everyday French about sports, friendship, soreness, and motivation to stay active, even in winter! Great for learners who enjoy fitness and want to hear how native speakers talk about exercise.

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, La Casa de Papel, and Breaking Bad. I explain what I like about crime dramas and binge-watching in French, with simple vocabulary perfect for A2-B2 learners.

Stay up to date with December 2025 tech news in this French podcast episode! We cover major developments in artificial intelligence including global competition between ChatGPT, Gemini 3 and French startup Mistral AI and discuss the latest cybersecurity incidents in France.Learn how a leading French AI company is innovating with advanced open models, strategic partnerships with major tech players like ASML, and what rising cyber threats mean for data and national security.Perfect for B1-C1 learners who want to improve their French listening skills while following real tech trends and vocabulary.

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 in France: from university degrees like licence and master, to specialized schools and professional programs like mastère.You’ll also learn how French students choose their path at the end of high school through the Parcoursup platform, and how our host personally experienced both university and private school.Perfect for A2-B2 learners, this episode mixes useful vocabulary with real-life context to help you understand French education culture step by step.

❄️ Learn easy French with this beginner-friendly podcast episode about winter in France. Discover when winter starts and ends, what the weather is like, and how French people live during the cold season.This episode introduces simple French vocabulary related to winter, such as cold weather, snow, winter clothes, and seasonal food. The sentences are short and clear, making it perfect for A1-A2 learners.Improve your listening skills while learning about French culture, winter traditions, and everyday life in France. A calm and accessible episode to practice French and expand your vocabulary step by step.