A Conversation About Bread in France, Episode 324

Baguettes on a table: Bread in France episode

Where does the obsession of French people with bread come from? How do you pick great bread when visiting France? Let's talk about it!


Growing Old in France, Episode 322

Senior's residence in Toulouse: growing old in France episode

What happens when people grow old in France? What services can they use? How well does their health insurance take care of them? Let's talk about it!


Best Practices When Preparing a Trip to France, Episode 317

Woman placing a pin on a map: Best Practices When Preparing a Trip to France episode

What are the best practices when preparing a trip to France? What are some things you should do ahead of time? Annie shares actionable tips.


Renovating Houses in France, Episode 314

The city of Uzès: renovating houses in France episode

My guest Suzanne on today's episode has renovated several houses in the south east of France. She's learned a lot and shares her tips with us. In her case the renovations went smoothly. What was more difficult was making sense of the French real estate system!


Easiest and Hardest Words to Say in French, Episode 309

easiest and hardest words to say in French

Annie and Elyse chat about the easiest and hardest words to say in French. Some of these are pretty funny, let's try them, shall we?


Annie and Elyse Chat About Emily in Paris, Episode 307

Annie and Elyse chat about Emily in Paris

Whether you've binged Emily in Paris or turned your nose up at it, you'll enjoy this conversation with Annie and Elyse about the 2020 Netflix hit everyone loves to hate.


An Overview of Haute Couture in Paris, Episode 291

Woman carrying a Louis Vuiton bag: Haute Couture in Paris episode

Calling all fashionistas! In this episode you'll learn how haute couture became so big in Paris. It turns out this is not exactly a new trend!


What to Pack to Look Stylish in Paris, Episode 195

how to look stylish in paris: man wearing a fitted blue v-neck t-shirt, woman wearing a shirt with geometrical patters and a cross body bag

Wondering how to look good while visiting France? In this episode we discuss several simple steps you can take that will work even when living out of a suitcase!


A Cornucopia of Bizarre French Foods, Episode 193

a plate of pâté de tête over a bed of lettuce

French regional food delicacies: wonderful or horrifying? Listen to this episode and decide for yourself!


Perfect Gifts for the Francophile, Episode 94

galeries lafayette store in toulouse, france

Do you need some inspiration to find gifts for your favorite Francophile? This episode lists many that will delight!