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A small slice of a Frenchwoman’s day -- in France and in French. A fun podcast to improve your French! On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
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2 days ago
2 days ago
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 episode explores practical French vocabulary about movement with the versatile verb "passer" and the essential pronoun "y". Perfect for intermediate French learners passionate about art history who want to experience authentic everyday French beyond Paris's tourist sites.
4 days ago
4 days ago
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 adventure and discovery. Perfect for French learners who want to understand everyday French life and transportation vocabulary while improving their listening skills with authentic content.
Subscribe for French immersion and visit www.onethinginafrenchday.com for transcripts and bonus materials.
Check out my Paris exploration series for more authentic French language practice!
#LearnFrench #FrenchPodcast #ParisTransport #MetroParis #FrenchListening #FrenchVocabulary #PublicTransportation #ParisBus #DailyFrenchPractice #AuthenticFrench
7 days ago
7 days ago
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 skills.
Join us to explore how AI can enhance your French learning journey with practical prompts you can try today!
https://www.onethinginafrenchday.com/itin%C3%A9raire-%C3%A0-v%C3%A9lo-dans-paris
#ArtificialIntelligence #FrenchPodcast #LearnFrench #AIinDailyLife #FrenchLearning #FrenchConversation #PracticalAI #FrenchTechnology #ParisianLife #FrenchCulture
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
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 relevant topic, this episode offers valuable insights and vocabulary about the AI revolution. Join us for this accessible discussion about artificial intelligence explained in clear, conversational French!
Transcripts and notes available at www.onethinginafrenchday.com
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
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 learners interested in French education, university applications, and everyday life conversations!
#LearnFrench #FrenchPodcast #ParcoursupFrance #FrenchUniversity #FrenchEducation #ArchivesOrganization #FrenchTeenLife #DailyLifeFrance #FrenchListening #FrenchCafeVocabulary
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
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 chronicle.
For French learners, this genuine slice of pandemic life offers practical vocabulary and expressions from an unprecedented historical period. Download the complete collection of all lockdown episodes through the link below !
https://www.onethinginafrenchday.com/file-share/4ab4cc79-24a9-40cb-8b6f-efa1d14f6ff3
#FrenchLockdown #LearnFrench #FrenchPodcast #ConfinementFrance #Covid2020 #FrenchListening #MemoriesOfLockdown #FrenchVocabulary #DailyFrenchPractice #FrenchJournal
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
In this episode of "One Thing In A French Day," I reflect on the 5-year anniversary of France's first COVID lockdown. I share my experience looking back through podcast archives from March 2020, rediscovering forgotten details of our daily life during confinement: the unchanging beautiful weather, stress while grocery shopping, playing with my daughters in the neighborhood, and the scent of poplar trees.
I invite you to revisit the first episode of my lockdown diary and share your own memories from this unique period. Perfect for French learners who want to practice listening comprehension while exploring personal reflections on a shared global experience. Subscribers receive the full transcript plus a special "petit plus" activity.
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Nous voici donc de retour à Paris, Micaela et moi. Nous sommes épuisées, mais c’était un super week-end de compétition.
#FrenchKungFu #MartialArtsCompetition #FrenchDailyLife #LearnFrenchOnline #KungFuChampionship #FrenchVocabulary #SportsFrench #EverydayFrench #FrenchMotherhood #FrenchPodcast
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
In this episode, I share my excitement about traveling to Lyon with my daughter Micaela for the French Kung Fu Championships in Vaulx-en-Velin. I discuss the differences between the sword and saber I've been practicing, explain the symbolism of my new competition outfit with an embroidered dragon. Subscribers get access to the complete written text, cultural references and a selection of useful French expressions. The episode ends with a creative language exercise "Le petit plus" challenging listeners to transform the text by changing pronouns.
#FrenchPodcast #KungFu #Wushu #FFAEMC #WushuGirl #ChampionnatDeFrance #Lyon #BriochePralines #LearnFrench #TGV
#frenchstoryintermediate #frenchstoryb1
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Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
Le week-end dernier, nous avions la correspondante italienne de Lisa avec nous. Elle est arrivée mercredi et elle est repartie hier. Elle avait un programme chargé de visites les jours où Lisa était en cours, mais le week-end nous pouvions faire des choses avec elle. Nous avions pensé à un petit programme : des courses dans notre quartier le samedi matin (c’est la correspondante qui a demandé une baguette de tradition à la boulangerie), un déjeuner rapide et un tour à Paris avec passage aux Galeries Lafayette, notamment sur la terrasse d’où l’on peut voir tout Paris, une pièce de théâtre, un tour à Pigalle, un dîner dans une crêperie. En fin de soirée, Pietro nous a accompagnées en voiture jusqu’à la Tour Eiffel.