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Intermediate French Podcast - Ta vie en français

Intermediate French Podcast - Ta vie en français

JONATHAN SOREAU 94 Épisodes juil. 22, 2026

Ce podcast est conçu pour les apprenants de français de niveau intermédiaire qui souhaitent améliorer leur compréhension et leur expression orale. Animé par Jonathan, professeur et coach de français, il explore des stratégies d'apprentissage des langues et décrypte les comportements et la culture françaises. Chaque épisode aborde des sujets liés à la société française, offrant des conseils pratiques pour s'intégrer et gagner en confiance. L'objectif est d'aider les auditeurs à mieux comprendre les Français et à se sentir à l'aise en parlant français.

Épisodes

E102 - how is your first name perceived in France ?
E102 - how is your first name perceived in France ? juil. 22, 2026 12:09 In this episode 102 of my podcast, discover how first names change across languages and cultures.  Learn the most popular French baby names of 2026, explore surprising pronunciation differences between English and French, and find out why some names change gender or meaning depending on the country. A fun and insightful episode about language, culture, and the hidden stories behind
E101 - Things you still don't understand about French people?
E101 - Things you still don't understand about French people? juil. 15, 2026 14:04 In this episode, we explore the small cultural misunderstandings that you may experience in France or when interacting with French people.We won’t just discover what matters to the French—we’ll also try to understand together why it matters to them.We will talk about politeness, the relationship to time, meals, work, and interactions with French people in general.This episode is designed to help y
E100 - What 100 episodes taught me
E100 - What 100 episodes taught me juil. 8, 2026 12:18 In this special 100th episode of the podcast, I share why I created this project, how it all began, and what I have experienced since the start.I talk about my doubts, my early technical difficulties, as well as the first reactions from listeners that encouraged me to keep going.Today, after 100 episodes, I look back on this journey, the people I’ve met, and how the project has evolved. Thank you
E99 - Parenting in France then VS now
E99 - Parenting in France then VS now juil. 1, 2026 11:26 Today, here is a very personal episode.I talk about the generation gap in parenting and child education. I compare the way my parents raised me with the way I am raising my daughter today.Between authority, respect, emotions, positive parenting, and the doubts of a young parent, I share a personal reflection on the differences between generations in a French family.Is there really a “right” way to
E98 - Why French people never uses these words ?
E98 - Why French people never uses these words ? juin 24, 2026 15:40 Did you know that French people don’t say “Le Jour de la Bastille” when talking about their national holiday?In this episode, we’re going to talk about something that might surprise you: French words and expressions that everyone knows… but that French people almost never actually use.We’ll also look at expressions like “oh là là” or “pas terrible”, and you might realize… they don’t exactly mean w
E97 - How to retain your French vocabulary ?
E97 - How to retain your French vocabulary ? juin 17, 2026 14:28 Do you feel like you’re forgetting all your French vocabulary? What if the problem isn’t your memory… but your method?In this episode, I share simple techniques you can use to retain French words over the long term—and you can tell me if you’ve already tried them.Enjoy listening!-----Tu as l’impression d’oublier tout ton vocabulaire en français ? Et si le problème ne venait pas de ta mémoire… mais
E96 - I’m procrastinating on learning French… again.
E96 - I’m procrastinating on learning French… again. juin 10, 2026 10:54 Stop, start again, stop, start again…Are you also tired of procrastinating in your French learning?In this episode, I’m going to talk about the importance of motivation and goals in your French learning. I’ll also explain how to structure your learning to avoid procrastination and maintain steady progress without feeling overwhelmed.Enjoy listening !-------Arrêter, reprendre, arrêter, reprendre… T
E95 - My difficulties as an online French teacher
E95 - My difficulties as an online French teacher juin 3, 2026 11:53 Over the past 5 years, I’ve been working from home, and for the last 2 years, I’ve been with you every week through this podcast… all while being the father of a 5-year-old daughter. Working from home offers a lot of freedom, but it also comes with real challenges: -finding quiet time -knowing when to stop-balancing work and family life-dealing with perfectionism-learning how to truly disconnect.
E94 -  How to say NO in French ?
E94 - How to say NO in French ? mai 27, 2026 13:07 In this episode, we tackle a small French word that can completely change your relationships… but isn’t always easy to use when you come from another country. Saying “no” in French is a whole different story. Between cultural nuances, possible misunderstandings, and very different ways of communicating, you might be surprised by what this simple word reveals. If you live in France, or dream of int
E93 - What to expect from French people ?
E93 - What to expect from French people ? mai 20, 2026 12:25 Are you living in France or thinking about moving there? Wondering what French people are really like in everyday life?In this episode, I invite you to discover what might surprise you, unsettle you… and sometimes even make you smile in your interactions with the French. You’ll gain a better understanding of how they communicate, their social habits, and the small cultural details that make all th
E92 -  French people don’t like Americans, really ?
E92 - French people don’t like Americans, really ? mai 13, 2026 13:06 The French don’t like Americans… that’s something I hear often. But is it really true? It would be too simple to answer yes or no. So in this episode, we’re not going to talk about what the French dislike about Americans, because that’s not very interesting. Instead, we’re going to explore the most striking differences between the two cultures—the bad surprises… and sometimes the good ones, on bot
E91 - Bring your pet in France
E91 - Bring your pet in France mai 6, 2026 11:39 In this episode, we’re going to talk about a very practical topic if you’re planning to move to France with your pet.Everything you need to think about before bringing your dog or cat, from administrative steps to the journey itself. You’ll also discover all the places you can go with your companion — and you might be surprised by how many there are! We’ll take some time to explore how French soci

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