Best A2 French Podcasts (2025)

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Interview with TV producer, Jérémy Michalak 25:31

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12d ago25:31

25:31

In this episode, Gaelle interviews Jérémy Michalak, a French TV producer. For the past 10 years he has worked with Lucie Carrasco, a heavily disabled French woman, in her trips around the world. In this interview, you will understand how difficult it was to cast and show disability on TV in France, why the duo Jérémy/Lucie is a unique one, and why …

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Train Dialogue in French: Paris to Lyon TGV (A1-A2 French) 6:36

30d ago6:36

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Join Jane, an American tourist, as she navigates her first TGV train ride from Paris to Lyon with help from Christophe, a friendly French passenger in the seat next to hers. Practice essential French travel vocabulary through their real-life conversation about train tickets, ordering food, and discovering French culture at 300 km/h. Hosted on Acast…

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Episódio 90 - [A2/B1] Visitar museus 1:14

5d ago1:14

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Ask Gastropod: Bubblegum, Meal Kits, and the Real Truth About Rooibos 50:13

8d ago50:13

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What do bubblegum, rooibos tea, and meal kits have in common? They’re all topics that puzzle and fascinate you, dear Gastropod listeners. This episode, we're getting to the bottom of your most pressing culinary questions! Such as: Are meal kits really better for the planet than buying and cooking dinner from scratch? Can all the rooibos tea in the …

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Episódio 89 - [B1] “Mesmo”: uma palavra, muitos sentidos 1:31

12d ago1:31

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Episódio 88 - [A2/B1] No banco 1:01

19d ago1:01

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Feasting With Montezuma: Food and Farming in a Floating City 56:26

22d ago56:26

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Five centuries ago, before Spanish conquistadors arrived, what's now Mexico City was the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan—and it took the European invaders' breath away. It was built on an island threaded with canals; it was one of the largest cities in the world; and the Spanish could hardly believe the sheer volume of food sold in the city's main ma…

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Story In French Language: A Weekend in the Countryside 5:18

24d ago5:18

5:18

Escape Paris for a refreshing weekend in the Normandy countryside as our narrator discovers the charm of rural French life. From ancient stone farmhouses to village markets and lazy Sunday barbecues, experience the stark contrast between city and country living through simple, everyday moments. Perfect for A1-A2 learners ready to explore vocabulary…

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Episódio 87 - [B1] Problemas com uma encomenda online 1:22

26d ago1:22

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The Lost Cafe Cat (A1-A2 French) 8:45

1M ago8:45

8:45

SEE THE EPISODE TRANSCRIPT When Toulouse, the beloved orange cat of Café des Artistes, mysteriously disappears from his Montmartre home, the entire neighbourhood joins the search. But what they discover about their furry friend's secret double life will surprise everyone—including his worried owner, Monsieur Pascal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…

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Episódio 86 - [B1] Uma ida ao supermercado 1:13

1M ago1:13

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Temps, fois, heure 16:26

1M ago16:26

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In this episode, Gaelle explains the difference between “temps”, “fois” and “heure”, all translated as “time” in English - making it hard for English speakers to choose the right word. Check out Langua, a cutting-edge AI platform to help you become fluent in French: ⁠https://languatalk.com/french-AI-chat?via=gaelle⁠ You can find an interactive tran…

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The 365 Cheese Challenge PART 02 9:44

1M ago9:44

9:44

SEE EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Julie's cheese challenge takes an unexpected turn when Paul, a passionate cheese expert, whisks her away to meet France's hidden artisan producers. From 80-year-old cave-aged traditions to modern makers preserving ancient methods, discover why cheese is more than just food. it's the heart of French culture. Hosted on Acast. S…

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Bananageddon! Say Goodbye to the Banana, and Hello to the Weird and Wonderful World of Bananas, Plural 54:13

1M ago54:13

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Yes, it's true: the banana we know and love is going the way of the dodo bird. An incurable strain of the fungal Panama disease known as TR4 is currently wiping out tens of thousands of acres of banana plantations, from Malaysia to Australia and Mozambique to El Salvador. But what's bananas is that this has all happened before! Is history doomed to…

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Episódio 85 - [A2/B1] No talho 0:51

1M ago0:51

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Episódio 84 - [A2] A pizza chegou fria! 1:13

2M ago1:13

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Going Bananas: How a Tropical Treat Became the World's Favorite Fruit 50:11

2M ago50:11

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In 1870, a strange fruit arrived on the docks in New Jersey, starting an industry that would change the world. That fruit was a banana, and, although it was a staple food in tropical regions, most Americans had never tried one. Today, a century and a half later, even the most depressing gas station, corner store, or hotel breakfast buffet in the la…

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Episódio 83 - [A2/B1] Uma viagem que correu mal 1:11

2M ago1:11

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L’Algérie et les Pieds-Noirs 24:38

2M ago24:38

24:38

In this episode, Gaelle goes back in time, during the French colonisation of Algeria.The history between the old colonial power and its colony is a rocky one, with a terrible independence war that scared both countries. And in the middle of it, stood a small but powerful white European community, later called “Pieds-noirs”. But why such a name? Lis…

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Episódio 82 - [A2/B1] Invenções portuguesas 0:54

2M ago0:54

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Simple French Story: The 365 Cheese Challenge: PART 01 8:54

2M ago8:54

8:54

An American woman living in France boasts about knowing all French cheeses, prompting her neighbor—a veteran cheesemaker—to challenge her to try 365 different varieties in one year. After quickly exhausting the supermarket options, Julie realizes she's barely scratched the surface of France's 1,600 cheese varieties. Just as she fears failing the ch…

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Story In French Language: Christmas Oysters - A Culture Shock 11:03

2M ago11:03

11:03

An English woman experiences her first French Christmas and is shocked to find raw oysters instead of traditional turkey on the table. As her in-laws share stories of midnight seafood markets and family traditions, Emily nervously tries her first oyster—discovering not just a new taste, but a connection to her new family. One year later, she's prou…

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Story In French Language: Lost in The Louvre 7:43

2M ago7:43

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Five friends get separated in the crowded Louvre when their phones lose signal, each wandering through different periods of art history. A simple museum visit becomes an accidental adventure proving that sometimes getting lost is the best way to discover art's wonders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episódio 81 - [B1] Figuras importantes do 25 de abril 1:15

2M ago1:15

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Biographie - George Sand 27:12

2M ago27:12

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In this episode, Gaelle talks about a famous French writer from the 19th century: George Sand. And don’t be fooled by the masculine name, as it was a decoy for this female writer to get her place in the very misogynist society of the time. Come and meet this incredible woman who didn’t believe in gender norms and thought she could be as good as any…

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Do We Really Have Beer to Thank for the First Writing and Cities? 55:58

2M ago55:58

55:58

Humanity's love affair with beer goes *way* back: 5,000 years ago, the civilization that arose in Mesopotamia invented writing, and one of the very first things they wrote about was... beer! But where was beer itself invented? This episode, we've got the story of beer's origins, the debate over whether humanity domesticated grains for brewing or fo…

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Short Story in French: The Wine Route 11:15

2M ago11:15

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Read transcript and translation here. An American businessman's life changes forever when he discovers a €3 bottle of French wine that tastes better than $30 bottles back home. Fascinated by France's wine culture—producing 8 billion bottles annually as the world's second-largest producer—Tom sells his Seattle home to buy a vineyard in Southern Fran…

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The Summit of My Dreams (B1/B2 french) 6:12

2M ago6:12

6:12

SEE ENGLISH-FRENCH TRANSLATION An American mountaineer fulfils his childhood dream of climbing Mont Blanc, only to discover the journey requires more preparation than expected. After months of training with the French Alpine School, he returns to conquer Western Europe's highest peak (4,808 meters), learning valuable lessons about respect, patience…

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Episódio 80 - [A2/B1] Uma limpeza geral à minha cozinha 1:01

3M ago1:01

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Bedtime Story In French: The Cloud Train 10:00

3M ago10:00

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Listen to this story on repeat while you sleep to effortlessly absorb French vocabulary about geography and travel. A young boy discovers a magical cloud train outside his window that takes him on a dreamy nighttime journey across France. This gentle B1-level bedtime story introduces French geography and nature vocabulary while soothing you to slee…

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The Dream of the Tour De France: From London to Paris (B2 French) 7:55

3M ago7:55

7:55

TRANSLATION FRENCH ENGLISH HERE An English cyclist moves to France to pursue his dream of competing in the Tour de France, facing cultural barriers and team skepticism along the way. After months of adaptation and training in the French Alps, Jack finally gets his chance at a qualifying race that could make his lifelong dream reality. Learn about t…

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Episódio 79 - [A2/B1] Um incêndio em casa da vizinha 1:03

3M ago1:03

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The Egg Battle (A2/B1 French) - PART 02 6:01

3M ago6:01

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SEE TRANSLATION HERE After searching all over Paris for white eggs, Greg discovers the surprising truth from a knowledgeable waiter: the color comes from chicken genetics, with red-earlobed French hens producing brown eggs. Though initially skeptical, Greg learns that shell color doesn't affect taste, challenging his 30-year preference and opening …

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Seed Oil Scare: The Curious Case of Canola 51:46

3M ago51:46

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If you've been hearing that canola is a killer, you're not alone. It's one of the so-called "hateful eight" seed oils: Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. says it's among the most deadly things you can eat, and Joe Rogan agrees. But is it true? This episode, we get to the bottom of the debate over the plant formerly (and still, in some places) known as rapeseed…

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The Egg Battle (A2/B1 French) - PART 01 6:01

3M ago6:01

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A determined American expat searches all over Paris for white eggs, only to discover they're mysteriously absent from every store. After visiting multiple supermarkets and even asking a local farmer, the exhausted Greg finally orders eggs at a restaurant... only to be served brown ones again. What shocking truth about French eggs will he learn? Fin…

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Bedtime Story In French: The Magic Slippers (B1-B2) 9:54

3M ago9:54

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Learn this story while falling asleep to help your brain assimilate French. A young girl discovers enchanted ballet slippers at the Paris Opera that come alive under moonlight, guiding her on a midnight adventure where ghostly dancers teach her to dance on the grand stage. Read transcript and translation here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

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Episódio 78 - [A2/B1] A sua consulta foi reagendada para outro dia 1:07

3M ago1:07

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French Facts About Food - The Cheese Secret - PART 02 11:14

3M ago11:14

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American cheesemaker Sarah travels through renowned French regions studying traditional techniques behind the country's 1,500 cheese varieties. After mastering the complexities of Camembert, Époisses, and Reblochon, she creates an innovative truffle-infused cheese that earns respect at a prestigious competition. Read transcript and translation here…

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The French April Fool’s Day 8:32

3M ago8:32

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An American woman discovers why everyone is laughing on her first day at a French office! Learn about France's "Poisson d'Avril" tradition dating back to the 16th century in this cultural story packed with workplace vocabulary. Perfect for beginners curious about French customs and celebrations. Read transcript and translation here. Hosted on Acast…

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French Facts About Food - The Cheese Secret PART 01 11:15

3M ago11:15

11:15

An American woman leaves her corporate job to pursue her dream of becoming a cheesemaker in a French village. When Sarah enters a prestigious cheese competition, she discovers there's more to French cheese than she realised—with over 1,500 varieties and centuries of tradition to master. Follow her journey from novice to dedicated apprentice of Fran…

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Episódio 77 - [A2] Reclamação na lavandaria 1:03

3M ago1:03

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Grammaire - t euphonique et questions formelles 24:49

3M ago24:49

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In this episode, Gaelle tackles a grammar point: how to build formal questions and how to use the “t euphonique”. If you ever wondered why French people say “comment va-t-elle?” and where this extra “t” comes from, you are in the right place. Check out Langua, a cutting-edge AI platform to help you become fluent in French: https://languatalk.com/fr…

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French Story About Food: The Law of Bread 6:24

3M ago6:24

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An American baker moves to Paris to open his dream bakery, only to discover the strict French "Law of Bread" threatens everything. Perfect for intermediate French learners interested in cultural traditions and culinary vocabulary. DOWNLOAD THE TRANSCRIPT HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Nutrition Advice Decoded: What Foods Are Actually Good For Us, What Should We Avoid, and Why Is It All SO Confusing? 1:00:33

3M ago1:00:33

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Are eggs going to give you high cholesterol, or are they the base of a great protein-rich meal? Will coffee give you cancer, or will it help you live longer? If you're confused about what nutrition science has to say about which foods are healthy and which are not, you're not alone. But why is it so hard to figure out what's good for us, and why do…

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Story In French Language: The Cat Who Wanted to See the World (A1-A2) 5:44

3M ago5:44

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A curious cat ventures beyond his garden fence and discovers the world isn't what he expected. Learn vocabulary about exploration, emotions, and family while improving your listening skills. Perfect for beginners wanting to learn French through simple storytelling. TRANSLATION HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Simple French Story: Visiting Brittany 3:25

3M ago3:25

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Learn French through a simple story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episódio 76 - [B1] Coimbra e as tradições académicas 1:04

3M ago1:04

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Learn French With Comprehensible Input - The Parisian Adventure Story 3:22

4M ago3:22

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To learn French effectively, you should use comprehensible input! It's the natural way we all learn languages, just like children. Immerse yourself in reading and listening, and your brain will absorb the language patterns. Soon, you'll speak fluently without even thinking, using words and phrases you never studied, with a great accent too! This st…

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A Day Without English (French story A2-B1) 9:10

4M ago9:10

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Access the translation and quizzes here! One mysterious morning, a man wakes up fluent in French but unable to speak his native English. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episódio 75 - [A1] A família da Inês 1:13

4M ago1:13

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