Best A2 French Podcasts (2025)

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French Story: A Day in Paris – From the Bakery to the Cinema (A2) 4:52

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26m ago4:52

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Follow a simple, charming Parisian day — ordering une baguette and un croissant at the bakery, chatting with a new friend, and enjoying dinner with an old one. A relaxed A2-level French story full of natural café and bakery vocabulary for everyday conversations. Perfect for listening practice and learning how Parisians really speak. Transcript on P…

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La Grande Mosquée de Paris 27:20

22d ago27:20

27:20

In this episode, Gaelle talks about a quite unique building in Paris: the Great Mosque. Located in the quartier Latin, next to Jardin des Plantes et la Sorbonne, you can easily go and visit it and discover this architectural jewel. But why is there such an old and beautiful mosque in the heart of Paris? Check out Langua, a cutting-edge AI platform …

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French Story: The Magical Dog of Alaska (B1 Listening Practice) 5:56

1d ago5:56

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In a snowy Alaskan village, a brave girl named Anya hears about a magical dog said to grant any wish. Her journey into the mountains turns into a quiet lesson about kindness, courage, and believing in what you can’t explain. A calm, simple French story for B1 learners—perfect for listening and vocabulary practice. French–English transcript on Patre…

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From Fountain of Youth to Fruit on the Bottom: How Yoghurt Finally Made it Big in America 50:45

1d ago50:45

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Yoghurt is the most diverse section of the dairy case: from Icelandic skyr to creamy Australian, and fruity French Yoplait to full-fat Greek. With something to suit every palate, plus a dose of microbes to support healthy digestion, yoghurt is a staple food in the US, hero of a million smoothies, berry bowls, and snack breaks every day. Which is wh…

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My Trip to Tokyo: The Search for the Perfect Matcha (B1 French Story) 34:50

2d ago34:50

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Amélie, a Parisian obsessed with matcha, travels to Tokyo to learn how real Japanese tea is made. Her search for the perfect matcha becomes a lesson in patience and slowing down. A calm, emotional French story for B1 learners—great for listening and vocabulary practice. French–English transcript on Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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Halloween oublié | French Listening Practice (B1) 8:21

8h ago8:21

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French–English transcript on Patreon. A quiet Alpine village suddenly looks full of monsters. Vampires at the bakery, zombies at the pharmacy… and I’m the only one not in costume. Then I remember: it’s Halloween. B1 French story for listening practice and natural vocabulary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Egg Disaster in Paris | French Listening Practice (B1) 8:41

4d ago8:41

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French listening story (B1): Greg promises the best scrambled eggs in Paris... then realises there are only brown eggs. What follows is a race through Paris supermarkets. Learn kitchen and grocery vocabulary and see what happens when culture meets cuisine. French–English transcript here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Yes, You Really Can Make Food From Thin Air—And We Tried It 48:19

2d ago48:19

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Every second of every day, plants on earth do something miraculous: they take the carbon dioxide from air and turn it into food. With very few exceptions, everything we eat starts out that way. But what if we wanted to cut out the middlemen, re-wild all those fields full of wheat and corn, and manufacture dinner directly from the atmosphere ourselv…

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The Fishing Trip That Caught Everything Except Fish (A2-B1) 4:11

8d ago4:11

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A determined beginner sets out at dawn with perfect gear and high hopes. By noon, everyone around him has caught fish except him. What starts as a disaster becomes something unexpected. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A1#14 Le goût et les saveurs 1:11:04

11d ago1:11:04

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⭐ This episode is part of my EF Complete French Course — a full step-by-step programme designed to guide you all the way to fluency. With hundreds of listening and reading activities, vocabulary and communication modules, grammar and pronunciation lessons — all paired with fun games and interactive exercises — you’ll practise and reinforce everythi…

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What I Like to Eat in French 9:07

14d ago9:07

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Navigate a vegetarian's hilarious first day with a French host family armed with only basic food vocabulary. Learn essential phrases with "J'aime manger" and "Je n'aime pas manger" through ham-filled croissants, mysterious sandwiches, and foie gras ice cream disasters. Perfect for A1-A2 learners hungry for practical French food vocabulary and cultu…

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Weekend Escape: Facing Fears in the French Countryside (A1-A2) 9:03

15d ago9:03

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Escape Paris with an exhausted office worker who turns off her phone for the first time in five years—only to face her greatest fear: chickens. Practice A1-A2 French through this charming story about disconnecting, conquering phobias, and finding unexpected friendships. Perfect for learners seeking relatable vocabulary about work-life balance and c…

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Pizza Pizza! 46:10

28d ago46:10

46:10

At last, an episode on pizza! But that raises a tricky question: what exactly is pizza? As it turns out, the original pizzas from eighteenth-century Naples looked nothing like a standard slice—they were more like a focaccia, topped with oil, herbs, anchovies, or whatever else was on hand. Even after these first pizzas met the tomato, the dish was a…

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French Story: Chris Visits Council Bluffs (B1-B2) 6:59

29d ago6:59

6:59

Chris wins a trip to Council Bluffs, Iowa—America's most boring town—and accidentally becomes a local celebrity. Practice intermediate French through this hilarious culture-clash story about small-town hospitality, misunderstandings, and an old French bakery. Perfect for B1-B2 learners ready for longer narratives with humor and heart. Hosted on Aca…

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Dog-Sitting in French: Learn Pet Vocabulary (B1) 4:46

18d ago4:46

4:46

Discover French pet vocabulary through a week of chaos and cuddles with Léo, a lovable white dog. Master essential animal-related phrases and present tense verbs while experiencing stolen croissants, muddy paws, and park adventures. Perfect for A1 learners who love dogs and practical French! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

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Learn French Garden Vocabulary Through Grandma's Story 6:08

20d ago6:08

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Spend a week planting tomatoes, herbs, and flowers with Mamie in this gentle A1 French story. Master gardening vocabulary and simple present tense through peaceful countryside moments. Perfect for beginners seeking natural French immersion in a heartwarming family setting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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French Story: A Baker's First Week 5:37

22d ago5:37

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Follow a week in a French bakery, from pre-dawn mornings to Sunday markets. Master essential workplace vocabulary and daily routine expressions while experiencing the warmth of French bread culture. Perfect for A1-A2 learners craving practical French through the delicious world of boulangerie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…

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35h et RTT en France 27:42

1M ago27:42

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In this episode, Gaelle talks about the quite unique (and short) French legal working hours, and why holidays tend to be longer in France. The French will casually say “no, I’m not working today, I took a RTT”. But what on Earth is that? Well, come and listen to this episode to find out. Check out Langua, a cutting-edge AI platform to help you beco…

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Everything You Know About Metabolism Is Wrong 48:00

1M ago48:00

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Episódio 101 - [A2] Na farmácia 1:02

1M ago1:02

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Durian Delight and Feijoa Fun: Adventures in Banned, Forgotten, and Unusual Fruit 50:46

2M ago50:46

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This week on Gastropod, a feast of fruits! Specifically, feijoa and durian—and, if you haven’t heard of either, you’re not alone. Unlike the ubiquitous strawberry or banana, durian and feijoa are only popular in a handful of countries and almost unknown in the US, and we wanted to know why—especially because the people who love them really love the…

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Gouffre d’Esparros 28:44

2M ago28:44

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In this episode, Gaelle talks about an unusual and beautiful place to visit in the Pyrenees: le gouffre d’Esparros (the Abyss of Esparros). You will hear about its discovery, the beauty it conceals and the extremely precise work done to keep it in excellent condition whilst opening it to the public. Check out Langua, a cutting-edge AI platform to h…

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Episódio 100 - [B1] 10 tesouros de Trás-os-Montes 5:54

2M ago5:54

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Episódio 99 - [B1] Expressões idiomáticas com alimentos (Parte 2) 1:08

2M ago1:08

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Talking Taco 43:01

2M ago43:01

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Whether or not it's Tuesday, tacos pretty much always hit the spot—and not just in their homeland in Mexico. These days, the taco can be found all over the world, although it's acquired some strange new fillings along the way, from French fries to canned corn. It's hard to imagine something so universal having to be invented—but, in fact, the taco …

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French Story: Beyond the Tourist Paris (B1-B2) 17:22

2M ago17:22

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How a Solo Trip to Find the Eiffel Tower Led to Finding Something Better... DOWNLOAD THE FRENCH-ENGLISH TRANSLATION Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Interview avec Clémence, diététicienne 25:09

3M ago25:09

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In this episode, Gaelle interviews Clémence, a French dietitian with her own private practice. With her modern and progressive views on nutrition, Clémence will explain why being slim doesn’t always mean being healthy, and how the table manners you learnt as a child can have a big impact on your adult life and your relationship with food. Check out…

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French Story: Discovering Ardèche (South of France) (C1) 4:43

3M ago4:43

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Experience the medieval village of Balazuc through sophisticated French as our narrator savors Picodon cheese, wild boar caillettes, and local honey while exploring stone streets and crystal-clear rivers. This C1-level story weaves regional vocabulary, culinary traditions, and nuanced descriptions of southern France's stunning landscapes. Hosted on…

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Learn French Through Easy Stories For A1 (Ardèche Holiday Theme) 4:23

2M ago4:23

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Join a traveler exploring the medieval village of Balazuc in sunny Ardèche, from morning coffee to riverside walks and local honey shopping. This A1 story teaches vacation vocabulary, daily routines, and regional specialties like caillettes while painting a picture of southern French village life perfect for beginners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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Episódio 98 - [B1] Expressões idiomáticas com alimentos 1:48

3M ago1:48

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Les Planches de Deauville (B1-B2 French) 14:37

3M ago14:37

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Exhausted Parisian Amandine escapes to glamorous Deauville for a week and discovers morning horses galloping on the beach, the famous wooden boardwalks, and a slower pace of life just two hours from Paris. This B1-B2 story follows her transformation from stressed executive to weekend regular who finds peace by the Norman sea. Hosted on Acast. See a…

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Tomatoes: A Love Story 50:48

3M ago50:48

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The tomato is Gastropod’s favorite flavor of summer, and we’re not alone: today, it’s the most popular vegetable on the planet, despite the fact that it's technically a fruit. But, until a couple of hundred years ago, the tomato wasn't really anyone's favorite. In South America, where the tomato originates, no one even bothered to domesticate it; i…

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Episódio 97 - [A2] Assistência em viagem 1:12

3M ago1:12

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Simple French Story: The Ferry from Cannes 6:48

3M ago6:48

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Vocabulary : Bizarre : Strange/weird En plein juillet : Right in the middle of July Un rétroviseur : Rearview mirror Fouiller : To search through Une silhouette : A silhouette Rouillée : Rusty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Visite de l’été - Cap d’Agde 24:42

3M ago24:42

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In this episode, Gaelle explores the many facets of a famous French seaside resort: Cap d’Agde. From state-planned economy to sexual freedom, this Mediterranean summer hot spot has a lot to it. 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 interac…

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Episódio 96 - [A2] Comporta 1:06

3M ago1:06

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Learn French Through repetition: Qu’est-ce que je vois? (What Do I See?) 5:53

3M ago5:53

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Master French through natural pattern-based learning as you follow a birthday walk discovering animals and objects. Using the powerful "Qu'est-ce que je vois? Je vois..." structure, this story teaches prepositions (dans, sur, sous), vocabulary, and present tense verbs through spaced repetition, the same way children naturally acquire language, movi…

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The Fear of Sharks (A1-A2 French) 6:40

3M ago6:40

6:40

Lifeguard Jared dreams of saving lives but has one big problem: he's terrified of sharks. After multiple false alarms threaten his job, he must face his deepest fear when a real shark appears near a drowning surfer. This A1-A2 story teaches fear vocabulary and ocean terms with a surprising twist ending. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…

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The Most Dangerous Fruit in America 45:20

3M ago45:20

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It's the epitome of summertime: there’s nothing like a cold, juicy slice of red watermelon on a swelteringly hot day. But, once upon a time, watermelons were neither red nor sweet—the wild watermelon has white flesh and a bitter taste. This episode, we scour Egyptian tombs, decaying DNA, and ancient literature in search of watermelon's origins. The…

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Learn French With Comprehensible Input: La Vie au Marché 2:20

3M ago2:20

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READ THE STORY WHILE YOU LISTEN Learn French naturally with this short, easy story about a morning at a French market. This episode is perfect for beginners: clear structures, slow pacing, and predictable patterns that help your brain absorb French effortlessly. 🎧 What you’ll learn in this story: Simple verbs in the present: je vais, j’achète, j’ai…

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Story in French: The Crepe Recipe 7:21

3M ago7:21

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SEE THE TRANSCRIPT VIDEO Follow step-by-step instructions to make authentic French crêpes using simple ingredients like flour, eggs, and milk. Learn cooking vocabulary, measurements, and discover the Chandeleur tradition where flipping a crêpe with a coin in hand brings year-long luck. Perfect A1 recipe for delicious language learning! Hosted on Ac…

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Episódio 95 - [B1] Um presente para a Sofia 1:01

3M ago1:01

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FRENCH DIALOGUE: The 4 seasons in France (A1-A2 French) 7:00

3M ago7:00

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Emma and Pierre discuss their favourite French seasons in this natural dialogue, covering weather, clothing, and cultural traditions from spring flower markets to winter ski trips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Simple French Story: My First Day in Paris (A1) 4:59

4M ago4:59

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Experience Paris through fresh eyes as a first-time visitor explores the Eiffel Tower, tastes authentic croissants, and discovers the Mona Lisa is smaller than expected. This A1 story follows a perfect tourist day from morning café to illuminated Tower, teaching essential travel vocabulary and present tense verbs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…

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Episódio 94 - [B1] Expressões idiomáticas com animais (Parte 2) 1:14

4M ago1:14

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French Story: The Dictionary of Forgotten Words (A2-B1) 5:39

4M ago5:39

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Librarian Monsieur Martin discovers beautiful forgotten French words like "émerveillade" (a moment of deep wonder) in old books and starts collecting them in his red notebook. When a young student helps him share these lost treasures online, the ancient words find new life on social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information…

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The Colorful Tale of Mexico's A-maize-ing Grain 50:56

4M ago50:56

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This might sound corny, but the relationship between maize and humanity is essential. We rely on corn—globally, more maize is grown than wheat or rice—and, in turn, corn is utterly dependent on us, to the extent that it's lost the ability to reproduce without our help. But corn's wild ancestor is such an unappetizing weed that, for decades, archaeo…

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The Tides of Brittany - 1st PERSON (A1-A2 French) 11:40

4M ago11:40

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Follow Irina's first-person account of discovering Normandy's powerful tides after the sea catches her napping on the beach. Her obsessive tide research pays off when she gets trapped on an island at high tide and must use her knowledge to escape the rising waters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Tides of Brittany - 3RD PERSON (A1-A2 French) 11:47

4M ago11:47

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Parisian Irina discovers the power of Normandy tides when the sea catches her napping on the beach. After studying tide schedules obsessively, she attempts to visit an island accessible only at low tide, but stays too long and must use her newfound knowledge to escape the rising waters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episódio 93 - [B1] Expressões idiomáticas com animais 1:36

4M ago1:36

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