Le français avec French et Moi

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You understand French, but when it’s time to speak, the words stay in your head?

In this episode, I explain why it happens, and we practise together, out loud.

You will discover:
– why understanding and speaking are two different things
– why the words don’t come out in a real conversation
– a short exercise to speak French out loud with me, right now
– how my new conversation workshops work, in a small group, on Zoom

Three Tuesdays to speak French out loud, together: November 17 and 24, and December 1. Only six places, and registration closes on Sunday, November 15.

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Thank you for listening, and see you very soon!

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Le jambon-beurre: the greatest French sandwich!

Every day at lunchtime, millions of French people eat a baguette with butter and ham. It is called "le jambon-beurre".

In this episode, you will discover:

• How the jambon-beurre was born in 19th-century Paris, at Les Halles, the great food market of the city

• Why many French people still call it "le Parisien"

• What "manger sur le pouce", "la formule" and "sur place ou à emporter ?" mean

• How a simple sandwich became an economic indicator: the jambon-beurre index

• The French lunch break, the ticket resto, and why this sandwich belongs to lunchtime

A French culture episode designed for A2+ learners who want to understand France from the inside.

If you want to understand more codes like these, Le Cours is open. Every month, I take you into one part of French daily life.

You understand how the French really live, while you make progress in French. 👉 https://www.frenchetmoi.com/le-cours

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On se tutoie ou on se vouvoie ?

"Tu" or "vous"?

It is one of the trickiest questions in French.

In French, there are two ways to say "you": "tu" and "vous". And choosing the right one is one of the biggest challenges for learners.

It's not just grammar, it's also about the relationship between people, about respect, distance, and closeness.

In this episode, I explain everything, simply and clearly.

You will discover:

• The basic rule: when to use "tu" and when to use "vous"

• Where this habit comes from, and why the French Revolution once tried to abolish the "vous"

• Who you say "tu" to, who you say "vous" to (family, strangers, children, colleagues…)

• How and when French people switch from "vous" to "tu", and the little ritual behind it

A French episode designed for A2+ learners who want to understand France from the inside.

If you want to keep exploring France between episodes, I'll see you in Le Carnet:
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See the Tour with your own eyes. Videos of the caravan and the fans, photos of the funniest floats, the four jerseys, and a little lexicon of very French expressions.

Every July, France gathers around its most beloved sporting event. Born in 1903 from a newspaper's commercial idea, the Tour now crosses mountains, villages, and the collective memory of generations.

In this episode, you will discover:

• How a newspaper called L'Auto invented the Tour in 1903, and saw its sales jump from 30,000 to 130,000 copies

• The story of Maurice Garin, the chimney sweep who won the very first edition

• Why the leader's jersey is yellow, and what the green, polka-dot and white jerseys really mean

• The mythical mountain stages of Alpe d'Huez and Mont Ventoux, and the « Grand Départ » tradition (Barcelona in 2026)

• The famous publicity caravan that turns every roadside into a celebration

A French episode designed for A2+ learners who want to understand France from the inside.

And if you want to keep exploring France between episodes, I'll see you in Le Carnet 👉 https://www.frenchetmoi.com/newsletter

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The true story of lavender: deep roots and current challenges.

Lavender is one of the most recognizable symbols of Provence. But behind the violet fields and the unmistakable scent, there is a richer story: a specific plant, an ancient know-how, a protected designation, and real challenges today.

In this episode, you will discover:

• Where lavender really grows in France, and why altitude matters

• The crucial difference between true lavender and lavandin (two plants often confused)

• The story of the AOP, the official label protecting Lavender of Haute-Provence since 1981

• Why French lavender farmers are in crisis today

• The 2022 UNESCO application to protect the lavender landscapes as world heritage

A French episode designed for A2+ learners who want to understand France from the inside.

If you want to keep exploring France between episodes, I'll see you in Le Carnet:

👉 https://www.frenchetmoi.com/newsletter

Thank you for being here, and see you very soon.

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La bise, the kiss on the cheek, is one of those everyday French gestures that look so simple, and yet so full of unwritten rules.

How many kisses do you give? With whom? When?

In this episode, we explore the history and the codes behind this very French way of saying hello.

You will discover:

• The ancient roots of la bise, from Roman Antiquity to the medieval kiss of peace

• How May 68 turned la bise into the everyday gesture we know today

• The map of la bise: 1, 2, 3 or 4 kisses depending on the region

• With whom you do la bise (family, friends, and the much more complicated case of colleagues)

• How COVID changed la bise, and what has survived today

A French episode designed for A2+ learners who want to understand France from the inside.

If you want to keep exploring France between episodes, I'll see you in Le Carnet:

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NOTE : lien vers la cartographie de la bise en France en cliquant ici.

Thank you for being here, and see you very soon.

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Welcome to Season 2 of French et Moi.

If you listen to this podcast, you're probably learning French, you love French culture, and you want to truly understand it. That's exactly what we're going to keep doing this season (and even more!).

This year, I want to take you deeper into French culture: the codes, the way of life and thinking. The France you discover from the inside, while you keep improving your French.

In this episode, I share the new direction of Season 2 and I introduce Le Carnet, a new project I created for you between episodes.

Le Carnet is a letter I send you by email every two weeks.

Each edition takes a theme and shows you what's behind it:

• A cultural fact, habit, or tradition that travel guides don't tell you about

• A French expression with its story and meaning

• A tongue twister to practice out loud

• A seasonal French recipe to cook at home

Le Carnet is short, takes a few minutes to read, and it's free. A way to spend a little more time in France, without waiting for the next episode.

If you want to start exploring France between episodes, I'll see you in Le Carnet:
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Thank you for being here, it means so much to me and see you very soon for a new episode.

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Super Early Bird price available until Sunday, May 4th.

Join Le Cours here: https://www.frenchetmoi.com/le-cours

Why do the French almost disappear every May? 🌱

This episode is your guide to the most anticipated month in the French calendar.

You will discover:

- why May has four public holidays and what each one means

- what "faire le pont" is and why it's practically a national sport

- the muguet tradition on May 1st and the saints de glace gardeners still respect today

- what the French relationship to work and leisure says about their culture

And a special announcement at the end of this episode : something is coming in June 🥳

À bientôt pour une nouvelle balade en France. 🎙️

Thank you for listening to French et Moi and being part of this journey. See you soon! 🎙️✨

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You understand French… but real conversations still feel like a mystery?

In my workshop, I show you exactly how French conversations work — the reactions, the nuances, what people really mean when they don't say it directly.

15 short videos + a detailed workbook. Work at your own pace.

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Today's episode:

🥳 This episode has a bonus !

In French, saying "no" is possible. But it's rarely what you actually hear 🙅‍♀️

In this episode, I explain how the French refuse without really saying no.

You will discover:

• why a direct "no" can sound abrupt in French

• the most common expressions to refuse politely

• how to leave the door open without committing

• why refusing is also a way of preserving a relationship

A practical episode to better understand one of the invisible codes of everyday French.

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Thank you for listening to French et Moi and being part of this journey. Are you ready to bring a little more French into your life? See you soon! 🎙️✨

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Today, I take you inside one of France's most beloved traditions — the Easter bells, the egg hunt, and the family table.

You will discover:

• Where Easter really comes from

• The story behind the bells, the bunny, and the chocolate fish

• What the French eat and how they celebrate

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Thank you for listening to French et Moi and being part of this journey. Are you ready to bring a little more French into your life? See you soon! 🎙️✨

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