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!


Table Manners in France, Episode 93

table setting for a formal occasion in France: table manners in France episode

Table manners in France are different from what you're used to in North America or Australia. In this episode of the podcast we discuss the things that surprise visitors and all the things they can do to fit right in!


Making Sense of Terror Attacks in France, Episode 92

Je Suis Paris red poster with eiffel tower: terror attacks in france episode

In today's episode Patrick Beja and Annie try to make sense of terror attacks in France and put them in historical perspective.


Tipping and 10 Things You Didn't Know About France, Episode 91

Restaurant in Paris

Tipping in France. Even if you've visited France before, I bet you don't know half of the things discussed in this episode!


Paris Highlights You Can See in One Day, Episode 90

view from the top of the Notre Dame towers; paris highlights you can see in one day episode

List of Paris highlights that you can visit in one day so you can get a great feel for the City of Lights quickly and easily. Warning: you will want more!


The Battle of Agincourt, Episode 89

medieval helmet and glove: the battle of agincourt episode

The Battle of Agincourt was an epic loss for French Knights. What happened? Why does it matter to history buffs? Annie talks about it in today's episode.


Cordes-sur-Ciel, Episode 88

the hilly village of cordes-sur-ciel

Cordes-sur-Ciel is one of French people's favorite villages. It is both scenic and full of history. Discover why you should visit in today's episode!


Louis XIV Miraculous Child, Episode 87

Louis XIV on a horse: Louis XIV

In our on-going series about French history, Annie and Elyse take a look at the amazing story surrounding the birth of Louis XIV.


Looking for Unique Experiences in France, Episode 86

Janice at a cooking class and Janice trying some oysters on the half shell

Janice tells us about her love for unique experiences in France. For example, she ran both the Paris and the Bordeaux Marathons, she takes both cooking and French classes in France, she tried going to a Casino in France, and she rents her accommodations from Gîtes rather than hotels. She's one of a kind and fun to listen to!


Carla-Bayle in the Ariège, Episode 85

Man and woman visiting the town of Carla-Bayle and walking by a beautiful home with blue shutters and blue planters

Looking for a wonderful day-trip from Toulouse? Carla-Bayle is one you should consider especially if you can go in July or August when the art festival is going on!