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Pardon Your French Podcast

Stephanie Lauren & Vanessa Shernock

Two strangers, One English One American move to France and make a podcast.

society & culture places & travel

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28:09

One Year of Pardon Your French

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2026/04/17

Send us Fan Mail ONE YEAR OF PARDON YOUR FRENCH I mean… how has that even happened?! What started as a “shall we just give this a go?” has turned into something so much bigger than we ever imagined. In one year we’ve: – recorded over 40 episodes – spoken to some incredible guests – laughed (a lot) – learned even more – and somehow reached listeners in 59 countries and 419 cities… which still blows my mind But more than anything, this podcast has become about people. The stories,...

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33:23

La Page Blanche

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2026/04/03

Send us Fan Mail NEW EPISODE OUT NOW – La Page Blanche This week on Pardon Your French, we sit down with the wonderful Sarah Tyley for a conversation that’s as inspiring as it is refreshingly real. From the grounding world of gardening to the beautifully honest pages of her books, including Spaghetti Head, Sarah shares her journey of creativity, growth, and starting again — even when you’re not quite sure where the page will take you. We talk about: – Finding calm and purpose through ga...

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40:00

Fostering Relationships

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2026/03/21

Send us Fan Mail NEW EPISODE OUT NOW – Fostering Relationships This week on Pardon Your French, we sat down with the lovely Sharon for a conversation that is honest, eye-opening, and incredibly important. What does it really mean to foster in France as an English family? We dive into: Navigating the French system as a non-French national Opening your home and heart to children in need The emotional realities of fostering Balancing family life, identity, and responsibil...

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20:18

Soin de Soi

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2026/03/06

Send a text In this episode, we dive into one of the most powerful and uncomfortable parts of personal growth: boundaries. For many of us, especially those who naturally give, help, and show up for everyone else, boundaries can feel unfamiliar — even selfish. But learning to protect your time, energy, and emotional space is one of the biggest steps toward building a life that actually feels aligned. We talk honestly about: why boundaries are so difficult to set the difference between being ki...

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24:50

STARSHINE ADVENTURES

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2026/02/20

Send a text NEW EPISODE: STARSHINE ADVENTURES Pardon Your French Podcast goes on the road… and this time, we’re heading to Manchester. This episode feels different. It’s not recorded in the comfort of our little French studio. It’s recorded in motion. In anticipation. In that strange space between who you’ve been… and who you’re becoming. We’re packing our microphones, questionable luggage choices, and one freshly French-salon-created Willy Wonka hairstyle… and heading to A Place in the...

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25:57

Petit à Petit

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2026/02/16

Send a text Pardon Your French — Episode: Petit à Petit This week, France reminded us who’s really in charge. The storm arrived without permission. Relentless wind. Endless rain. Power outages. Fallen trees. Damage that changed landscapes overnight. Roofs were torn. Roads were blocked. Homes were shaken. And for many, life paused completely. In this episode, we talk about what it was like to live through it — the fear, the disruption, the aftermath, and the strange quiet that follows ch...

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22:32

Le Dernier Repas

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2026/02/06

Send us a text New Podcast Episode — Life & Death in France: A Funeral Culture Shock Living abroad isn’t just about the food, the sunshine, or the dream. Sometimes it brings you face-to-face with the moments that stop you in your tracks. In this episode, we talk openly about life and death in France — and the profound culture shock around funerals, grief, and how loss is handled here. The differences. The silences. The things no one prepares you for when you move countries. This is...

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31:27

Les Temps d’Hiver

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2026/01/31

Send us a text New Podcast Episode — Les Temps d’Hiver Winter has a way of slowing everything down. The noise fades. The distractions fall away. And what’s left… is the truth. In this episode, we talk about les temps d’hiver — the winter seasons of life. The heavy weeks. The quiet struggles. The moments where nothing feels easy, fast, or shiny. But also the unseen work happening beneath the surface. The strength being built. The lessons you don’t learn in summer. This isn’t a “push thr...

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36:45

Sloe Janvier

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2026/01/10

Send us a text New episode: Sloe Janvier January has a strange energy, doesn’t it? The rush of Christmas is over. The cold has settled in. Money feels tighter. Motivation feels slower. This week on Pardon Your French Podcast, we’re talking about Sloe Janvier — that in-between time where life feels quieter, heavier, and a little stripped back. And what shows up when everything else falls away? Community. Neighbours. Friends. Small acts of kindness. People who step in without being asked...

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24:32

Dead Week

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2026/01/02

Send us a text NEW EPISODE — Episode 38: Dead Week That strange week between Christmas and New Year where: • no one knows what day it is • motivation has left the building • the house is quiet • and everything feels a bit… flat We’re calling it Dead Week — and we’re talking about why it feels so odd, why it’s actually normal, and why you don’t need to rush into “new year, new you” energy just yet. We also do a gentle 2025 round-up — the real kind. No highlight reels. No pressure. Just h...

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21:29

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 2025

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2025/12/25

Send us a text NEW EPISODE — CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 2025 Today’s episode is a little Christmas catch-up and a really lovely full-circle moment We’re welcoming back Jade, who first joined us way back in Episode Five, to see where life has taken her since — and what a journey it’s been. We talk all things Montpellier, lycée life, growing up between cultures, and what it really feels like to be turning 18 and stepping into the next chapter of life in France. It’s reflective, honest, and ...

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38:04

QUICK FIRE

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2025/12/20

Send us a text NEW NEW EPISODE — QUICK FIRE This week on Pardon Your French, it’s just me and Vanessa… and absolutely no time to overthink Fast questions. Honest answers. Zero filter. From life in France to random truths we probably shouldn’t admit out loud, this episode is quick, chaotic, and full of laughs — the kind that happen when you put two friends on the spot and hit record. If you fancy something light, funny, and easy to listen to, this one’s for you. Q...

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33:07

Home-ish

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2025/12/13

Send us a text NEW EPISODE — Home-ish What does home really mean when you’ve moved countries, built a new life, and still feel a pull to somewhere else? In this week’s episode of Pardon Your French, we’re talking all things Home-ish — that in-between feeling of belonging, nostalgia, comfort, and confusion that comes with expat life. When France feels like home… but so does the place you left behind. Expect honest conversation, shared stories, laughter, and those little truths that only come...

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41:14

Meufs & Muffins

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2025/12/05

Send us a text NEW EPISODE ALERT — “Meufs & Muffins” Oh yes… this week’s Pardon Your French Podcast is a full feast. We’re talking food, French life, and the wonderfully chaotic journey of settling into a new country as expats — with plenty of humour, honest truths, and the usual dose of “did we really just say that? ”From baguette battles to cultural cravings, from muffins to mishaps… we’re serving it all. If you love a good giggle, a bit of storytelling, and a peek behind the cur...

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19:47

Pub Culture Clash

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2025/11/21

Send us a text This week we take a sneak peak at the soon-to-open Handsome Boar Jaymaye — a brand new local restaurant with serious heart, style, and flavour. We got the inside scoop, had a wander through the space, and trust us… you’re going to want to keep your eyes on this one. If you love French life, food, community, and a little honest humour… this one’s for you. Grab a cuppa, get cosy, and enjoy the episode. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube. New episodes every F...

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32:28

Pour Le Fun

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2025/11/14

Send us a text NEW EPISODE: Pour Le Fun This week on Pardon Your French, me and Vanessa dive into the pure fun, madness, and everyday humour of living in France — the stuff no one warns you about, but everyone ends up laughing about. From the charming chaos… to the “did that really just happen?” moments… to the small joys that make this country feel like home… It’s an episode that’s all heart, all giggles, and all the reasons we love this beautiful, unpredictable French life. If you’re...

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37:36

Déstinations d'un DJ

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2025/11/07

Send us a text In this week’s episode of Pardon Your French Podcast, we sit down with the ever-charismatic Andy, whose story takes us from the bright lights of UK radio to the laid-back charm of life in France — and now onto his next adventure in Spain. Once spinning tracks and sharing laughs alongside the likes of Chris Evans and Jonathan Ross, Andy has lived a life steeped in sound, stories, and spontaneity. Now, his soundtrack has shifted from studio beats to the slower rhythm of Europea...

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28:52

Le Troisième Âge

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2025/11/01

Send us a text NEW EPISODE ALERT! This week on the Pardon Your French Podcast, we’re joined by the wonderful Annette in an episode called “Le Troisième Âge.” Annette shares her story of courage, independence, and finding joy in the simple act of living fully — even when life takes you to a new country, and on your own. She reminds us that every day counts and that sometimes, you just have to get on with it — make friends, try new things, and embrace the adventure, no matter your age. I...

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33:44

L'Automne

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2025/10/17

Send us a text Pardon Your French – Episode 30 is LIVE! This week, Stephanie and Vanessa sit down for a relaxed chat all about “October Life in France” — the season of busy days, local events, and that classic French autumn energy From bustling village gatherings to harvest-time happenings, they share laughs, stories, and a few insights into what makes October such a beautifully hectic month here in France. Tune in, unwind, and catch up with your favourite duo — wherever you get your podc...

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31:41

Chez Parlant

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2025/10/10

Send us a text 🎙️ New Episode Alert: “Chez Parlant” with the wonderful Siobhan🏡 In this week’s episode of Pardon Your French, we’re chatting with Siobhan, an American who’s turning her second home in the Charente into the French getaway of her dreams. Based in the U.S., Siobhan has taken on the exciting (and sometimes challenging!) adventure of buying and building her perfect retreat in France — all while balancing life across the Atlantic. From navigating French property rules and

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