In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share my experience participating in a hackathon / team-building event where creativity, collaboration, and quick thinking were key.

I explain how the day unfolded: from team formation to brainstorming, building a prototype, and finally pitching our idea. I also talk about the stress, the fun, the unexpected lessons, and what I personally learned about working under pressure and in a team.

Whether you’re learning French and curious about tech culture, or just want to hear a real story told in clear, natural French, this episode is perfect for intermediate learners (A2-B2) who enjoy everyday vocabulary and authentic experiences.

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Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

Un podcast en français pour les débutants et niveaux intermédiaires !

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In this beginner French podcast episode, we talk about the weather! Learn easy and useful words like il fait beau, il pleut, il neige, and il y a du vent.

Perfect for A1-A2 learners who want to describe the weather in everyday conversations. Includes vocabulary + short sentences in slow, clear French.

This episode is made for A1-B2 French learners.

🎧 Listen now and practice with live transcription: https://lapausecafecroissant.fr

Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

Un podcast en français pour les débutants et niveaux intermédiaires !

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How can you describe a color in French? In this episode, we go beyond just saying red, blue, or green. You’ll learn essential adjectives to describe shades and styles of colors, such as clair (light), foncé (dark), fluo (neon), pastel, intense, lumineux (bright), mat (matte), and brillant (shiny).

Through clear examples and simple practice sentences, you’ll discover how to make your French more precise and expressive. By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to look around you and describe colors in detail, just like a native speaker!

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Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

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In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, we take a closer look at the massive 10-gigawatt investment announced by NVIDIA in partnership with OpenAI, and what that really means in terms of energy and computing power.

💡 To help you understand the scale, we compare this number to:

• A nuclear power plant (roughly 1 gigawatt),
• The global energy demand of superintelligent AI systems,
• And what this kind of infrastructure could mean for the future of artificial intelligence.

This episode is perfect for intermediate learners of French and curious minds who want to connect French language learning with real-world tech news.

🎧 Listen now and practice with live transcription: https://lapausecafecroissant.fr

Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

Un podcast en français pour les débutants et niveaux intermédiaires !

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In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share my experience attending the Rocket League World Championship (Worlds) in Lyon on September 13th.

Although my favorite team Vitality got eliminated on the first day, I still had an amazing time with my brother-in-law. The atmosphere in the LDLC Arena was electric fans cheering, singing, and supporting teams from all over the world.

One of the highlights was a surprising performance by an Australian team, turning the entire crowd into passionate supporters.

As an esport fan, I can't wait to go to a Counter-Strike tournament next!

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Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

Un podcast en français pour les débutants et niveaux intermédiaires !

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Let's talk about coffee breaks ! In today’s episode, I, Elo, talk about one of my favorite daily rituals: taking a break with a hot drink and a little sweet treat. For many people in France, it’s all about the “pause café,” but for me, it’s usually a “pause thé.” I’ll tell you about the kinds of tea I love, how I sometimes replace the classic croissant with other snacks, and why these little breaks are so important for energy, concentration, and morale.

We’ll also chat about how the coffee (or tea) break is different at work with colleagues versus at home when working remotely. And since autumn has just begun in France, it’s the perfect season to enjoy a warm drink and take a mindful pause in the day.

This episode is a cozy mix of French culture and everyday vocabulary, ideal for learners who want to practice while discovering how the French enjoy life’s little pleasures.

🎧 Listen now and practice with live transcription: https://lapausecafecroissant.fr

Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

Un podcast en français pour les débutants et niveaux intermédiaires !

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In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I talk about one of my favorite childhood memories: Le Journal de Mickey, a classic French magazine for kids filled with comics, jokes, games, and fun articles. I used to receive it every week by mail as a subscriber, and it helped me fall in love with reading.

Learn about this iconic publication, its content, and why it’s so special for many French children. A perfect episode for intermediate learners who enjoy personal stories and French culture.

This episode is made for A2-B2 French learners.

🎧 Listen now and practice with live transcription: https://lapausecafecroissant.fr

Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

Un podcast en français pour les débutants et niveaux intermédiaires !

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In this beginner-level episode of La Pause Café Croissant, learn simple and useful French vocabulary to talk about being sick and taking care of yourself in France.

We go over basic words like le rhume, la fièvre, la pharmacie, le médecin, and se reposer. Then, we build short and clear sentences using this vocabulary in a real-life context.

Perfect for A1 learners who want to talk about health, visit a pharmacy, or explain symptoms in French!

The vocabulary part is in French and in English!

🎧 Listen now and practice with live transcription: https://lapausecafecroissant.fr

Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

Un podcast en français pour les débutants et niveaux intermédiaires !

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Let’s talk about plants and greenery at home! From Monstera and bonsai-style ficus to aloe vera, pilea babies, and even a (sadly short-lived) basil plant, I’ll share how I care for the little jungle in my apartment.

You’ll hear about watering routines, the importance of misting leaves to keep plants healthy, and how neighbors can help each other out when it comes to plant care during vacations. I’ll also give a few tips on seasonal changes, like adjusting watering in autumn and using fertilizer to keep the soil rich.

This is a perfect episode for learners who want to pick up everyday French vocabulary about plants, nature, and home life, while enjoying a cozy and authentic conversation.

🎧 Listen now and practice with live transcription: https://lapausecafecroissant.fr

Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

Un podcast en français pour les débutants et niveaux intermédiaires !

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In this cozy episode of La Pause Café Croissant, join me for a fun and relaxed story about a movie night at home with Gatien and my husband. We watched Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix under a soft blanket ("un plaid") with sweet popcorn and a brand new drink we had never tried before: kombucha!

Perfect for beginner French learners, this episode is full of everyday vocabulary about:

• Watching movies at home
• Popcorn (sweet vs. salty)
• Using a video projector
• Blankets, cushions, and getting cozy
• Trying kombucha for the first time

With slow and clear pronunciation, short sentences, and natural storytelling, this episode helps learners build vocabulary for everyday life and casual conversations in French.

Whether you're learning French for fun or want to understand simple spoken French in real-life contexts, this is your warm and sweet French break ☕🎬

🎧 Listen now and practice with live transcription: https://lapausecafecroissant.fr

Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.

Un podcast en français pour les débutants et niveaux intermédiaires !

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Follow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podcastcafecroissant

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