In today’s episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share something very personal: I’m just 10 days away from my very first arm wrestling competition! 💥

I’ve officially been training in a club for two months, but I started working out at home back in November. Even though I’m a beginner, I’m totally hooked on this unique and exciting sport.

This competition will be a vendetta: a one-on-one match, best of five rounds. My opponent will likely be lighter than me (around 65–70kg), while I’m at 75kg. Normally there are weight categories, but this time it’s just a direct face-off!

In this episode, I talk about:

• Why I love arm wrestling 💪

• How I’ve been preparing 🏋️‍♂️

• My stress before the big day 😬

• What a “vendetta” format really is 🎯

If you’re learning French and love hearing real, authentic stories with clear vocabulary, this episode is for you!

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In this beginner-friendly episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I share a real-life experience: a water leak in my garage! Learn everyday French vocabulary related to home repairs, plumbing, and tools, all while listening to a simple and authentic story.

I had to move the washing machine, cut off the water, identify the problem (a clogged pipe), and fix it with the help of my dad. A great opportunity to learn useful French verbs like déplacer, couper, pomper, and réparer.

Improve your French listening skills and learn how to talk about daily problems in French!

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In this beginner-friendly episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Gatien introduces essential French vocabulary for the bathroom 🛁. Perfect for A1–A2 level learners, you’ll hear clear pronunciation and simple phrases to help you talk about daily routines and common bathroom objects in French.

Learn how to say "shower", "toothbrush", "soap", and useful bathroom verbs like "to wash", "to brush", and "to dry". Practice your French with real-life vocabulary you can use every day!

🎧 Ideal for beginners who want to grow their vocabulary and improve listening skills in French.
✏️ Bonus tip: Try writing your own sentence using a bathroom word in the comments!

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In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I (Gatien) share a lovely story about a summer evening picnic by the river with my girlfriend. You'll hear real-life French with everyday vocabulary about food, weather, nature, and simple moments. Learn how to describe a picnic, talk about sandwiches, fruit like watermelon, and use expressions to describe a peaceful evening in nature.

This episode is perfect for French learners at A2-B1 level who want to improve their listening skills and vocabulary in context.

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In this motivational episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Elo shares a personal win: running 5 kilometers for the first time in years, entirely in slow, clear French for beginner and intermediate learners.

👟 What you'll hear in this French listening practice:

• A personal story told in the present and past tenses, ideal for A2–B1 learners

• Vocabulary around exercise, running, health, and motivation

• Common French expressions for physical effort and personal progress

• A natural and engaging story to help boost your French comprehension and vocabulary

This podcast is perfect if you're learning French and want to:
✅ Improve your listening skills
✅ Learn real-life French vocabulary in context
✅ Hear everyday spoken French at a comfortable pace
✅ Get inspired to talk about your goals and routines in French

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

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In this tasty episode of La Pause Café Croissant, Elo shares how she and her husband made delicious homemade burgers, simple, fast, and full of flavor! Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or a meat lover, you'll find easy tips and tasty ideas to create your own burger masterpiece at home.

👩‍🍳 What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why homemade burgers are healthier and more affordable

• How to build a custom burger with fresh ingredients

• Tips for the perfect vegan burger (with plant-based cheese)

• How to cook your patties, toast your buns, and make your burger melt-in-your-mouth good

• Serving ideas with air-fried fries or potatoes for a full homemade meal

This episode is perfect for beginner French learners who love food, as Elo speaks in slow and clear French, using real-life vocabulary in context. Plus, it’s a great way to learn kitchen words in French!

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

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In this episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I (Elo) share a unique and memorable day I spent with my coworkers during a company seminar in Paris. But this wasn't your typical office event, we took part in a rally-style escape game through the covered passages of Paris, near the iconic Palais Royal.

🔍 What to expect in this episode:

• A fun and interactive treasure hunt in Paris with riddles, maps, and hidden clues

• Exploring the beautiful covered passages like Galerie Vivienne and Passage des Panoramas

• A mix of history, architecture, and teamwork

• A perfect team-building activity in Paris that’s both playful and enriching

Whether you're planning a group activity, curious about Paris's secret spots, or just want to enjoy some French vocabulary and storytelling, this episode is full of charm and discovery.

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Hey! In today’s episode of La Pause Café Croissant, I (Gatien) am super excited to talk about a game I’ve been waiting for: Sol Cesto a brand-new indie game that just launched on Steam!

Developed by Docteur Géraud, with beautiful artwork by Chario and music by Kilirane, this game is a small but brilliant experience full of creativity and charm. I had played the demo, followed the devlogs on YouTube, and yesterday, as soon as it was released, I jumped in and loved it!

🎮 What to expect in this episode:

• What Sol Cesto is all about: a precision-based projectile game where timing is everything

• My full review after playing it on launch day

• Why I love supporting indie developers

• What makes this game so fun and visually unique

If you enjoy original indie games with personality, give Sol Cesto a try!

Sol Cesto on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2738490/Sol_Cesto

Let me know what you think, have you played it yet?

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

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Do you have a sweet tooth? In this episode, Gatien shares his love for French candy and talks about his favorite sweets like sour candies, “soucoupes sucrées” (flying saucer candies), M&M’s, and fruit jellies. 🍬

You’ll learn:

• French vocabulary for different types of candy

• Phrases to describe taste and habits

• How to talk about guilty pleasures in natural French

Spoken in slow and clear French, this episode is perfect for A2–B1 French learners who want to improve listening skills while discovering everyday French culture.

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

Learn French naturally with real-life conversations between native speakers.
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Looking to improve your French listening skills with fun and easy content? In this episode, I (Gatien) share a relaxed weekend moment building a LEGO Polaroid camera with my girlfriend.

We talk about:

• Childhood memories with LEGO 🧱

• How this miniature camera became a cute decoration next to our real Polaroid 📸

• Simple everyday French vocabulary and expressions

This is a great episode for A2–B1 learners who want to hear natural French conversations with clear pronunciation.

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

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