Duolingo French Podcast

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Trouver sa voix (Speaking Out) - Revisited Apr 04, 2023

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In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re revisiting a story by Linh Lan Dao, who decided to pursue a career in journalism after encountering anti-Asian racism. Stick around until the end to hear what Linh Lan’s been up to since this episode first aired.

A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/3ZEze25.

Surfer au Sénégal (Senegal Surfer) - Revisited Mar 28, 2023

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In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re revisiting a story by Khadjou Sambe, a young woman who defied gender norms by taking up surfing, considered a men-only sport in her home country of Senegal. Stick around until the end to hear what Khadjou has been up to since this episode first aired.

A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/3KeOdLy.

Reconstruire le travail d'une vie (Rebuilding a Life's Work) - Revisited Mar 21, 2023

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In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re revisiting a story by Maya Husseini, a stained-glass artist who spent her career rebuilding churches in her hometown of Beirut. But after a devastating warehouse explosion in August 2020, she was faced with a question: could she help rebuild Beirut? Stick around until the end to hear what Maya has been up to since this episode first aired.

A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/3FHIRWG.

Une chanson révolutionnaire (A Song of Revolution) - Revisited Mar 14, 2023

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In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re revisiting a story by Emel Mathlouthi, a singer whose music became a symbol of freedom during the seismic revolution that took place in 2010 in her home country of Tunisia. Stick around until the end to hear what Emel has been up to since this episode first aired.

A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/3JEFAd6.

Trailer Season 13 Mar 07, 2023

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In honor of Women’s History Month, the Duolingo French Podcast is back for a special season celebrating exceptional women. We’ll revisit stories of powerful dreamers, visionaries, and truth-seekers from our archives — and share updates on their lives since their stories first aired. This special season starts March 14th, 2023. Tune in to the trailer now!

Paris - Le goût des pâtisseries Jan 31, 2023

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Muriel Aublet-Cuvelier is a French pastry chef on a mission to share the art of pastry with the world. She takes us to visit some of Paris’ historic pastry shops and taste some of the city’s most iconic desserts.

A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/3kUYQZI.

Paris - Les Catacombes interdites Jan 24, 2023

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Photographer Gaspard Duval has a growing archive of the historic Paris Catacombs, a network of tunnels and burial grounds underneath the city of Paris. He navigates the underground labyrinth to highlight his favorite spots, from the official tour area to secret chambers that are forbidden to the public.

A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/3XDWlK0.

Paris - Notre-Dame à travers le temps Jan 17, 2023

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Olivier Chandez was the official clocksmith of the Notre Dame Cathedral. He tended to its antique central clock until a fire set the Cathedral ablaze in 2019. Olivier will take us back to a time before the fire for a special tour of one of the world’s most beloved Parisian landmarks.

A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/3WuvTAX.

Paris - Visite du Marais Jan 10, 2023

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A longtime resident of Paris, Pascal Fonquernie, walks us through his historic neighborhood, Le Marais, sharing its unique history and shining a light on the different communities who live there.

A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3X25hIQ.

Trailer Season 12 Dec 13, 2022

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The Duolingo French Podcast is back for a new season. Our special trip to Paris, France starts January 2023. Listen to the trailer now!

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