Buying an Apartment in Paris, Episode 341

Paulette always wanted to buy an apartment in Paris. On this episode of the podcast she recalls her adventures and shares precious tips!


Auvillar in Occitanie, Episode 340

The circular covered market of Auvillar in Occitanie

On today's episode Annie and Elyse take you on a stroll in the village of Auvillar in Occitanie. This place is remarkably scenic and was also a place where nuns protected Jewish children during WWII, take a listen!


Rebecca Rogers on the Education of Girls in France, Episode 339

On the Education of Girls in France

Annie Sargent has a conversation with Rebecca Rogers about the education of women in France since the 1880s. France has an image of being progressive today, but it wasn't always so. We also talk about a few places you can go to see historical places of girl's education in France.


Rocamadour the Medieval Village Hanging on a Cliff, Episode 338

Rocamadour before a storm

Have you visited Rocamadour, the must-see village in Occitanie? This medieval village hanging on a cliff will delight you and so will the other attractions nearby!


Burgundy Wine and Cooking Tours, Episode 337

White cows in a bucolic field: Burgundy Wine and Gastronomy episode

On this episode of the podcast Annie and Ellen chat about a trip to Burgundy to explore local wine and gastronomy. How about a cheese class also? This is one of the best vacation spots in the world!


Penne in the Tarn, Episode 336

The Ruined Castle of Penne seen from a distance

Penne in the Tarn is a beautiful village with a medieval castle on top of the hill. We talk about why it is a great place to visit with kids.


Napoleon: the Long and Short of It, Episode 335

The Coronation of Napoleon painting of Jacques-Louis David

Have you heard about Napoleon your whole life but don't really know what he was all about? This episode of the podcast is your chance to learn why he changed France forever #joinusinfrance


Are You a Proper Francophile? Episode 334

Bag with French writing on it, a baguette and a bottle of wine. Are you a proper Francophile episode.

What makes a proper Francophile? On this episode of the podcast, Annie and Elyse have a little fun with this question and quiz you too!


A Brief History of the Knights Templar in France, Episode 333

Sulpherous image of a Knight Templar standing on ashes

Knights Templar have a romanticized and exotic imagery attached to them. But reality is different from the lore that surrounds them. Annie Sargent and Elyse Rivin talk about it in this episode of the podcast.


The Paris Saint-Ouen Flea Market, Episode 332

Glass chandelier at the Paris Saint-Ouen Flea Market

Want to visit the amazing Paris Saint-Ouen Flea Market? We'll give you a quick rundown of how best to get there, where to park, and which flea market areas are the most fun. Let's talk!