Canadian French Learning Accelerator

By Language Learning Accelerator

If you're trying to think your way into learning French, you're doing it wrong.

Learn French like you did English: by hearing a huge amount of it. (With at least a vague idea of what it means!)

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How many episodes does Canadian French Learning Accelerator have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.

Canadian French Learning Accelerator episodes:

August 28, 2023Learn French: Criticizing a Bad Movie
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
When symbolism drowns the plot.
Archetypes gone rogue.
Dialogues from a philosophy undergrad’s diary.
It’s a narrative Möbius strip; endlessly confusing.
What dimension did this plot come from?
Flashbacks? I can barely follow the present!
A kaleidoscope of tropes and clichés.
So many bullets, so little logic.
Ah, explosions as character development!
Why are they whispering? They just blew up a building!
Where's this guy finding all these helicopters?
They punched logic right in the face!
So we're ignoring physics now?
So we're friends with aliens now?
So we're just ending it there?
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3min
August 20, 2023Learn French: Meeting People 2
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
What do you do for work?
What does your typical work day look like?
If money weren't an issue what would you do?
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Do you have any kids?
Are you from here?
Where did you grow up?
Where did you live before this?
What’s the next trip you have planned?
If you could fly anywhere for free, where would you go?
Have you ever been to Ottawa?
Do you have any recommendations for my trip to Ottawa?
Are you reading any good books right now?
What’s the last movie that made you cry?
Are there any apps on your phone that you can’t live without?
If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Are there any foods that you absolutely would not eat?
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
What’s the most unbelievable thing that’s ever happened to you?
Who’s the most important mentor you’ve had?
What’s the strangest compliment you’ve ever gotten?
If you could teach a college course on any subject, what would it be?
What’s the most out-of-character thing you've done?
Do you listen to any podcasts?
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5min
August 16, 2023Learn French: Electricity
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Is this going to electrocute me?
Is there a place I can plug this in?
Could you plug this in?
Could you unplug this?
Do you have an adapter for this kind of plug?
This outlet is full.
Before plugging in a device, make sure it can handle the outlet's voltage.
Do you have an adapter that would work for this?
What voltage are the outlets in Canada?
When unplugging an electrical cord, pull it by the terminal, not the cord!
Electrical arcs are very hot and can cause damage to a plug.
Avoid electrical arcs by turning appliances off before plugging them in or unplugging them.
Volts times amps equals watts.
Electricity is a form of energy resulting from the movement of electrons.
Electrons are negatively charged particles found within atoms, which make up matter.
Electric currents are the flow of electrons through a conductor, like a wire.
Electrical conductors, such as metals, allow electricity to flow easily.
Electrical insulators, such as plastics, resist the flow of currents.
Electric circuits are paths that allow electricity to move from a power source to a device and back.
Lightning is a natural example of electricity, caused by the discharge of built-up electrical energy in the atmosphere.
Electricity is a natural phenomenon that we have harnessed to make life better.
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6min
August 14, 2023Learn French: Being Present
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
The quieter you become, the more you are able to hear.
No thoughts. No action. No movement. Total stillness.
Stop talking, stop thinking, and there is nothing you will not understand.
The way is not a matter of knowing or not knowing.
The way is an empty vessel that is never filled.
He who knows that enough is enough will always have enough.
You are here now.
Be here now.
Do not seek what you already have.
What was never lost can never be found.
Where am I? Here. What time is it? Now.
Sometimes to find your way you must close your eyes and walk in the dark.
When you get the message, hang up the phone.
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3min
August 10, 2023Learn French: Language Partner 2
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
How are your projects going?
Are you a morning person or a night owl?
Have you ever had pets?
Do you have other language partners?
Why do you want to learn English?
How have you been studying English?
How long have you been learning English?
Your English is much better than my French.
Your English is getting pretty good.
Your English pronunciation is improving.
Your English accent needs some work.
What sort of traveling do you like?
Where have you traveled?
Where do you imagine yourself 10 years from now?
What's next for you?
You should try this podcast I'm listening to.
...more
3min
August 07, 2023Learn French: Giving Compliments 1
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
Hey.
I'd like to tell you something.
You are a beautiful person.
You are very kind.
You're so cool.
I love spending time with you.
You are a good friend.
I wish more people in the world were like you.
I really enjoy hearing your ideas.
That was a really nice compliment.
You are so good at what you do!
I could talk to you for hours.
You are so good at being you!
You are so funny!
You are wonderful with people.
It is easy to trust you.
You seem very honest and straightforward.
You're going to be popular giving out so many compliments.
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3min
August 04, 2023Learn French: Gardening
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
Let's get our hands into the soil!
Gardening helps me relax and unwind.
Planting a seed is an act of optimism.
I use my trowel to dig holes when planting bulbs.
Nurturing a plant from a seed is satisfying.
Gardening is an exercise in patience.
Each new bud is a sign of success.
Watching a plant grow is rewarding.
With each new leaf, the plant grows stronger.
Every flower bloom is an achievement.
Each day, my garden looks a little different.
Caring for plants teaches me responsibility.
Each plant has its own unique needs.
Understanding a plant's needs can be challenging.
Sunlight is vital to a plant's growth.
Watering my plants is a daily ritual.
The feel of soil connects me to nature.
Pruning helps a plant reach its full potential.
The aroma of soil is invigorating.
Houseplants bring a bit of nature indoors.
Plants contribute to a relaxing atmosphere.
Indoor plants make a house feel more like home.
My indoor plants improve the air quality.
Indoor plants are easy to care for.
Each plant adds a touch of green.
Plant care is a fulfilling hobby.
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6min
August 02, 2023Learn French: Taxi Ride
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Let's go by taxi!
Could you call me a taxi?
Could you please turn on the meter?
I'm heading to the city center.
Here's the address. Do you know it?
Tell me something about the people of Canada.
Where's the best view around here?
What do you recommend in this city?
Where's the best night life around here?
Could you turn down the music?
Could you turn up the music?
What kind of music is this?
Please slow down a little, I'm in no rush!
Please hurry! I'm running late!
There it is, ahead on the left.
Make a right turn here. It's over there.
It's up ahead on the next block.
Here is good, please pull over.
Can you wait here, and I'll be right back?
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4min
July 31, 2023Learn French: Saying Sorry
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
I'm sorry.
I’m sorry to bother you.
I'm sorry to have to tell you this.
I'm very sorry.
I apologize for the confusion.
I'm sorry that I did that!
We all make mistakes.
I owe you an apology.
I'm sorry I didn't make it to the party.
I'm sorry, I totally forgot!
Sorry, I didn’t mean to do that.
I’m sorry, that was wrong of me.
Sorry, that was my fault!
I’m very sorry for the way I behaved.
I wish I hadn't done that!
I didn’t mean to hurt you.
I didn’t mean to offend you.
I won't do it again.
Can you forgive me?
I hope you can forgive me.
How can I make it up to you?
I'll do anything to make things right. Anything.
I’m so sorry to hear that.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
I'm so sorry that happened to you.
I'm glad you made it through all that.
I forgive you.
I'm glad we had this talk.
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5min
July 25, 2023Learn French: A Walk in the Woods
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and French, to improve your French vocabulary and help you to express yourself in French.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing French language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal French class. The more you expose your brain to French audio, the faster you'll learn.
All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles).
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
View the full list of English and French phrases in this episode.
Phrases in this episode:
Let's go for a walk in the woods.
I love walking in the forest.
The air smells fresh and invigorating.
The gentle rustle of leaves is soothing.
The cool breeze feels refreshing.
The scent of pine needles is rich and earthy.
These towering trees are majestic.
I am fascinated by the diversity of plants here.
The colors of the flowers are vibrant and joyful.
I feel connected with nature here.
These moss-covered rocks are full of character.
Isn't the gentle rustle of leaves soothing?
The trail winding through the woods is an adventure.
The warm sun rays filtering through the trees feel pleasant.
This forest is teeming with life.
The chirping of birds is a beautiful melody.
Watching the ducks on the lake is calming.
The patterns on this butterfly are intricate and beautiful.
Isn't it delightful to watching these squirrels scamper?
The sound of the babbling brook is therapeutic.
The panorama from this hilltop is breathtaking.
We are almost at the lake.
This tranquil lake reflects the beauty around it.
The sunlight shimmering on the water is stunning.
I could stay here forever.
Let's head back before nightfall.
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6min

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How many episodes does Canadian French Learning Accelerator have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.

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