One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French - Podcasts

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2506 — Aubusson tisse Tolkien — mercredi 7 mai 2025

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/05/07

In today's episode of One Thing In A French Day, I take you to a remarkable exhibition at the Collège des Bernardins in Paris. Discover the colourful tapestries inspired by Tolkien's watercolors, crafted by the master weavers of Aubusson. Join me as I explore this magical blend of literature and traditional French craftsmanship, learning about the unique vocabulary and techniques of tapestry making. Perfect for French learners interested in art, culture, and the fantasy world of Middle-earth

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2505 — L’exposé de Felicia sur le nucléaire —...

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/05/05

Join me in today's episode as I share how my daughter Felicia's school presentation on nuclear energy unexpectedly connected with the morning news! I'll take you through my morning routine, observing a familiar face on their way to work, when a radio announcement about EDF's nuclear priorities caught my attention. Discover how this mirrors information from Felicia's research on nuclear energy production costs compared to other energy sources. I'll also share some thoughts on France's historical

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2504 — Suivez-moi le long de la Seine — vendredi...

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2025/05/02

Join me for a spontaneous bike ride on a perfect spring day in Paris! With temperatures soaring to 29°C on May Day, I'll take you along the beautiful Seine riverbanks. Where are we heading? That's a surprise you'll have to discover by listening!This episode features practical French vocabulary for giving directions, describing bike rides, and talking about outdoor activities. Perfect for improving your listening comprehension while experiencing authentic Parisian suburban life. Subscribe for the

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03:29

2503 — La question à mille euros — mercredi 30 avril...

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2025/04/30

In this episode of "One Thing In A French Day," I share a family moment during our vacation when we heard the famous French radio game show "Le Jeu des Mille Euros." This leads to discovering which building is the tallest skyscraper in France.Subscribers get access to the complete transcript plus exclusive content: cultural notes and three everyday French expressions. Perfect for boosting your authentic French vocabulary and cultural knowledge! www.onethinginafrenchday.com #FrenchPodcast

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2502 — Moment difficile — lundi 28 avril 2025

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/04/28

Walking through the streets of Paris to a wisdom teeth removal appointment - this is the personal journey I share with you as my daughter Felicia faces her dental surgery. Follow our path along Avenue Wagram, feel the waiting room tension, and experience the relief afterward as music provides comfort during our ride home. This episode offers French vocabulary for medical situations and family relationships while giving you a glimpse into real Parisian life. Subscribers receive the complete

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2501 — La quête continue — mercredi 23 avril 2025

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2025/04/23

In this episode of One Thing In A French Day, Lisa and I continue our quest for strawberry tartS! We visit two renowned pastry shops - Encore by pastry chef Ophélie Barès and Tradition et Gourmandise by Meilleur Ouvrier de France Stéphane Glacier.Discover the differences between a "fraisier" and a "tarte aux fraises" as we compare these delicious French desserts. Perfect for French learners who want to improve their vocabulary while discovering authentic French pastry culture! Subscribers get

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2500 — La dégustation de tartes — lundi 21 avril 2025

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2025/04/21

In today's episode of "One Thing In A French Day," I share a family moment as we gather around the table to taste various French pastries. Join me and my family as we describe our impressions of the Lola tart from Arnaud Larher, a classic strawberry tart, and Italian cannolis.Perfect for French learners who want to improve their vocabulary about food, pastries, and taste descriptions in authentic, everyday French. Subscribe for the complete transcript with vocabulary notes at

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05:27

2499 — Courses gourmandes et littéraires 2—...

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/04/18

Join me in this episode of One Thing in a French Day as Lisa and I continue our shopping adventure in Asnières! After our bookstore visit, we explore a renowned patisserie owned by Arnaud Larher (Master Craftsman of France) and search for a strawberry tart. We also buy an Italian Easter specialties at a local Italian grocery store - traditional colombas and cannolis! Experience authentic French conversation while expanding your food vocabulary. www.onethinginafrenchday.com #FrenchPodcast

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2498 — Courses gourmandes et littéraires —...

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/04/16

Join Lisa and me as we explore a comic book store called "Case à bulles" in Asnières! Discover the meaning behind this clever French name for a comic book shop and follow our search for special gifts. Lisa is looking for a new volume of Blacksad - a detective series where animals are the main characters! We're also searching for a comic for Felicia who's having her wisdom teeth removed today. Experience authentic French conversation about comics, bookstores, and daily life in Paris. Perfect for

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2497— Bois-Colombes, Musée du XXIe siècle — lundi 14...

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2025/04/14

In this episode, I'm with my daughter Lisa who is working on a creative writing project for her French class! She's writing about our neighborhood street in the style of author Thomas Clerc. I explain how her class is creating a book called "Bois-Colombes, Museum of the 21st Century" We also celebrate Emilie who completed the Paris Marathon in exactly 3 hours and 27 minutes - matching her age! Discover French teaching methods, teen vocabulary, and unique writing techniques called "bornes"

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2496 — Déambuler à la manière de Thomas Clerc —...

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2025/04/11

Discover how my daughter Lisa is studying Thomas Clerc's distinctive literary style that captures Paris street by street!Her French teacher has organized a walking tour where students observe and take notes to craft their own urban descriptions. I share my thoughts on different writers who document city life, including Jean Rolin's "Le pont de Bezons." Lisa plans to describe our own street with its rich history - from beer merchant warehouses to WWII bombing site to modern office buildings. Join me

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2495 — Le running créatif d’Emilie dans Paris 2/2 —...

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2025/04/09

Let's continue the conversation with Emilie, a creative runner who combines her passion for running with art and French pastries. Join us as she explains her unique approach to urban running in Paris, shares her preparation for the upcoming Paris Marathon, and reveals her favorite running route through the city - a heart-shaped path perfect for discovering Paris's most charming spots. Emilie tells us about the joy of adding an artistic dimension to her running practice and offers practical advice

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2494 — Le running créatif d’Emilie dans Paris 1/2 —...

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2025/04/07

Join me as I meet Emilie, the creative runner behind @Shotdecafeine! In this episode, I discover how she transforms running into a cultural adventure through Paris. From her "semi-macaron" marathon connecting all Ladurée shops to running along Paris metro lines, Emilie shares how the pandemic inspired her running journey and her passion for French pastries. Listen to this engaging conversation about a unique way to explore Paris neighborhoods, French patisseries, and how creativity can transform

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2493 — Mission réussie (Aventure à Argenteuil 3/3) —...

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/04/04

Join me for the final episode of my Argenteuil adventure! Today I'll share how I overcame my initial disappointment to succeed in my kung fu sword competition.Perfect for French learners wanting to improve their vocabulary while experiencing real everyday French! www.onethinginafrenchday.com #LearnFrench #FrenchPodcast #FrenchVocabulary #FrenchImmersion #EverydayFrench #FrenchSports #KungFu #FrenchCompetition #FrenchExpressions #FrenchListening #wushugirl #argenteuil

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2492 — Sur les traces des Impressionnistes, le...

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/04/02

Follow me aboard bus 164 as I venture to Argenteuil, the picturesque suburb that captivated Impressionist painters like Monet, Caillebotte, and Manet.While heading to a kung-fu competition, I discover the scenic routes along the Seine where Claude Monet lived for five years and created dozens of masterpieces. I share glimpses of the famous Argenteuil bridge that still stands today while appearing in museums worldwide, and my excitement to visit Monet's house with its recreated boat-studio. This

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2491 —Les transports à Paris (Aventure à Argenteuil...

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/03/31

In today's episode of "One Thing in a French Day," I take you through the world of Parisian public transportation. I share my personal experience with the recent changes to the bus routes in my neighborhood (near Paris), including how two additional bus terminals have appeared right outside my building! I reflect on the various transportation options—from trains and RER to metro, bus, and tram—and how each has its own distinct atmosphere. Join me as I consider trying new bus routes for the sake of

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2490 — Conversation sur l’IA avec Olivier : exemples...

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/03/28

In this episode, I continue my fascinating conversation with Olivier about artificial intelligence and how it impacts our daily lives. Discover practical examples of AI use, from planning the perfect wine pairings for a French dinner to organizing a bike tour through Paris!We also invite you to participate in our upcoming Paris bike adventure by submitting your ideas. If you're learning French, this episode offers authentic conversation about modern technology while improving your listening

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2489 — Conversation sur l’IA avec Olivier : les IA...

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/03/26

In today's episode, I sit down with my friend Olivier, an IT professional with 25 years of experience, to discuss artificial intelligence in everyday French. We explore the history of AI from science fiction to today's tools like ChatGPT and Mistral, clear up common misconceptions, and explain how AI gives probability-based answers rather than being truly "intelligent." Whether you're interested in technology or just want to improve your French listening skills with an authentic conversation about a

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2488 — Au café (playlist) et Parcoursup pour Felicia...

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2025/03/24

In today's episode, I share my journey organizing the archives of "One Thing In A French Day" podcast, creating thematic playlists like "At the Café" series now available on YouTube. I also discuss my daughter Felicia's experience with Parcoursup - the French university application system - as she prepares her motivation letters for mathematics programs. Join me for this authentic glimpse into French education transitions and daily organization challenges. Perfect listening practice for French

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2487 — Le premier épisode du journal de bord du...

One Thing In A French Day | Stories from Paris in French ·

2025/03/21

What was daily life really like during the first days of lockdown in France? Five years later, I revisit the beginnings of my "Journal de bord du confinement" series, replaying the very first episode from March 17, 2020.Experience our early pandemic reality - the permission slips needed to go outside, grocery store strategies, homeschooling setups, and creative ways we maintained connections with neighbors. This journey captures a moment that unexpectedly transformed my podcast into a daily

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