Are you ready to supercharge your French listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you. Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in French, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between French and English. This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension. But we don't stop there. Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is...
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Fluent Fiction - French: High-Stakes Showdown: Secrets and Strategy at the Poker Table
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Story Transcript:
Fr: Le soleil d'été se couchait doucement, déversant une lumière dorée à travers les rideaux lourds de velours rouge.
En: The summer sun was setting gently, casting a golden light through the heavy red velvet curtains.
Fr: La pièce était sombre et élégante, remplie de meubles en cuir coûteux et de l'odeur subtile du cigare.
En: The roo...
Episode • 26 July 2024 • 18m and 55s
Fluent Fiction - French: Rivalry at Work: Luc's Unexpected Ally in a Race Against Time
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Fr: C'était un mardi d'été, et le soleil brillait intensément à travers les grandes fenêtres de l'entreprise.
En: It was a summer Tuesday, and the sun was shining brightly through the large office windows.
Fr: Le bureau était moderne, avec des espaces de travail ouverts et des employés qui allaient et venaient pendant leur pause déjeuner.
Episode • 25 July 2024 • 15m and 56s
Fluent Fiction - French: Finding Courage: Lucien's Journey from Isolation to Friendship
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Fr: Les guirlandes tricolores scintillaient dans le jardin commun de la résidence privée de Lucien.
En: The tricolored garlands glittered in the shared garden of Lucien's private residence.
Fr: C'était le 14 juillet, la fête nationale de la France.
En: It was July 14th, France's national holiday.
Fr: Cette année, la communauté organisait un grand barbecue pour c...
Episode • 24 July 2024 • 16m and 23s
Fluent Fiction - French: Unlikely Allies: A Journalist Prevents Disaster at de Gaulle
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Fr: Les lumières brillantes du terminal 2 de l'aéroport Charles de Gaulle créent un contraste saisissant avec l'air chaud de cet été.
En: The bright lights of Terminal 2 at Charles de Gaulle Airport create a striking contrast with the warm summer air.
Fr: Luc, un journaliste curieux, se promène dans la foule de voyageurs.
En: Luc, a curious journa...
Episode • 23 July 2024 • 17m and 46s
Fluent Fiction - French: Passion and Patience: Unearthing Treasures in Roman Ruins
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Fr: Sous un soleil brûlant d'été, l'air était lourd et chaud sur le site archéologique.
En: Under the blazing summer sun, the air was heavy and hot at the archaeological site.
Fr: Louis et Isabelle travaillaient ensemble au cœur des ruines d'un forum romain.
En: Louis and Isabelle were working together in the heart of the ruins of a Roma...
Episode • 22 July 2024 • 15m and 56s
Fluent Fiction - French: Claire's Leap: Freelancing vs. Big Agencies
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Fr: Le Freelancer's Café à Marseille est vivant en été.
En: The Freelancer's Café in Marseille is vibrant in the summer.
Fr: Une lumière dorée traverse les grandes fenêtres, illuminant les visages concentrés sur leurs écrans d'ordinateur.
En: Golden light streams through the large windows, illuminating faces focused on their computer screens.
Fr: Claire, une graphiste freelance passionnée, ajuste ses...
Episode • 21 July 2024 • 17m and 15s
Fluent Fiction - French: Sparks of Inspiration: Love and Art in the Heart of the Louvre
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Fr: Le soleil d'été traverse les larges fenêtres du musée du Louvre, illuminant les œuvres d'art avec une lumière douce et dorée.
En: The summer sun streams through the large windows of the Louvre Museum, bathing the artworks in a soft, golden light.
Fr: Les visiteurs se promènent tranquillement, admirant les chefs-d'œuvre qui ornen...
Episode • 20 July 2024 • 17m and 52s
Fluent Fiction - French: Rivals Unite: A Student Election Drama at Saint-Charles High
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Fr: Le lycée Saint-Charles à Marseille était en effervescence.
En: Saint-Charles High School in Marseille was buzzing with activity.
Fr: Les vacances d'été approchaient et la fête nationale, le 14 juillet, ajoutait une couche d'excitation.
En: Summer holidays were approaching, and Bastille Day, July 14th, added another layer of excitement.
Fr: Mais pour Lucien et Élodie, une autre chose i...
Episode • 18 July 2024 • 17m and 57s
Fluent Fiction - French: Reunion of Hearts: A Scientist's Secret and a Sister's Return
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Fr: Sous la chaleur estivale, une vieille maison se dressait au bord d’un petit village français.
En: Under the summer heat, an old house stood at the edge of a small French village.
Fr: Derrière ses murs anciens, un secret se cachait.
En: Behind its ancient walls, a secret was hidden.
Fr: Dans le sous-sol, se t...
Episode • 17 July 2024 • 19m and 54s
Fluent Fiction - French: Overcoming Distractions: Théo's Serendipitous Journey to Success
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Fr: L'arôme des croissants chauds et du pain frais enveloppait la petite pâtisserie de Montmartre, attirant tous les passants.
En: The aroma of hot croissants and fresh bread enveloped the small Montmartre bakery, attracting all the passersby.
Fr: Théo était assis à une table près de la fenêtre.
En: Théo was sitting at a table near the window.
Episode • 16 July 2024 • 18m and 24s
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