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Bonjour à tous ! Welcome to the French Blabla podcast where you'll find tips to increase your fluency while boosting your way of learning. If you're fed up with boring grammar books or tired of speaking an artificial French, far from how natives speak, then this podcast is for you. This podcast isn't French grammar or French vocabulary only, we will cover a wide range of topics that will help you in your learning journey. What are you waiting for? Join me!
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March 18, 2025
<p data-start="184" data-end="486">Today, we open a new chapter with a fun and unexpected theme: hedgehog French!</p> <p data-start="184" data-end="486">If you’re wondering what that means, you’re in the right place. This episode is perfect for French learners who want to expand their vocabulary and improve their grammar while enjoying a surprising real-life story.</p> <p data-start="488" data-end="847">In this episode, we will explore useful words related to animals, nature, and city life.</p> <p data-start="488" data-end="847">More importantly, we’ll focus on a key grammar point for A2 learners: reflexive verbs in the past tense.</p> <p data-start="488" data-end="847">You’ll hear how to use verbs like se cacher, se mettre en boule, or se détendre when telling simple stories or sharing personal experiences.</p> <p data-start="488" data-end="847"> </p> <p data-start="849" data-end="874"><strong data-start="852" data-end="872">In this Episode:</strong></p> <ul data-start="875" data-end="1148"> <li data-start="875" data-end="965"><strong data-start="877" data-end="902">Vocabulary Expansion:</strong> Wildlife, rescue situations, and everyday actions in French.</li> <li data-start="966" data-end="1037"><strong data-start="968" data-end="986">Grammar Focus:</strong> Master reflexive verbs in the past.</li> <li data-start="1038" data-end="1148"><strong data-start="1040" data-end="1054">Challenge:</strong> At the end of the episode, you’ll get a creative writing task to apply what you’ve learned.</li> </ul> <p data-start="1150" data-end="1305"> </p> <p data-start="1150" data-end="1305">So, whether you’re curious about starting your journey with hedgehog French or simply want to grow your storytelling skills, this episode is for you!</p> <p data-start="1150" data-end="1305"> </p> <p data-start="1307" data-end="1403">Don’t forget to grab your free study guide below with the transcript, vocabulary, and grammar tips.</p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <strong>Useful Episode Resources</strong></p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <a href= "https://ko-fi.com/post/A-day-in-French--55--Hedgehog--Study-Guide-N4N01C4C1U" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Grab today's goodie here.</a></p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <strong>FREE audio training to help you understand spoken French</strong></p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> Want to understand when French people speak? Sound more natural? Have a better and smoother pronunciation? Well, you can do that with this free audio training. It will give you the tips and secrets to speak more like a native. <a href= "https://frenchblabla34.systeme.io/94298d26">Grab your FREE training here</a>.</p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <strong>Subscribe and review The French Blabla Podcast</strong></p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> Thanks so much for tuning into the podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and love the show, I'd really appreciate you <strong>subscribing</strong> and <strong>leaving me a review</strong> on your favourite podcast player.</p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> Not only does it let me know you're out there listening, but your feedback helps me to keep creating the most useful episodes. And you know what? 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October 17, 2024
<p>Welcome back to another episode of the French Blabla podcast!</p> <p>In the last episode, we tackled two iconic French swear words—or as I prefer, the P-word and M-word. I find them a bit too bold for my taste, and maybe you do too. So, let’s stick to the P-word and M-word to keep the air light.</p> <p>If you missed that episode, it's definitely worth a listen as it sets the stage perfectly for today's topic. <a href= "https://frenchblabla.org/episode/ep61-french-slang-101-mastering-putain-merde/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to listen.</a></p> <p>Today, we're diving deeper into the realm of curse words in French, focusing on another essential word that, surprisingly, doesn't get as much attention as it deserves.</p> <p>This word is frequently used in daily conversations across France, yet it seems to fly under the radar in language learning materials. Let’s shine a spotlight on it and explore how it can be used in casual settings without any fuss.</p> <p>And before we dive in, a quick shout out to our sponsor, Lingopie. I’ll give you more details about their services later in the episode, so stay tuned!</p> <p>Alright, let's get started with today's exploration of curse words in French!</p> <p> </p> <h3>In this Episode</h3> <ul> <li><strong>Exploring a Lesser-Known Swear Word</strong>: We'll break down a lesser-known but widely used swear word in French, discussing its meanings and the appropriate contexts for its use.</li> <li><strong>Cultural Insights and Acceptability</strong>: Understand the cultural nuances that influence how these curse words in French are perceived and used.</li> <li><strong>Practical Examples and Phrases</strong>: I’ll provide examples and common phrases incorporating today's featured curse words in French, helping you to understand their use in everyday conversation.</li> </ul> <p>Join me as we decode the subtleties of these expressions, ensuring you can speak casually without crossing any lines.</p> <p>Remember, understanding the context in which these words are used can greatly enhance your fluency and help you blend in with native speakers.</p> <p> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <strong>Useful Episode Resources</strong></p> <p><a href= "https://frenchblabla.org/?post_type=podcast&p=9899&preview=true"> Grab today's goodies here</a></p> <ul> <li><strong>Episode 61 -</strong> <strong style= "text-align: center;">Mastering Putain & Merde</strong><span style="text-align: center;"> -</span> <a style="text-align: center;" href= "https://frenchblabla.org/episode/ep61-french-slang-101-mastering-putain-merde/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click to listen</a></li> <li><strong>"Plan Coeur - The Hookup Plan"</strong> - TV Show - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tzrr_W1yBU" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Click to check the trailer on Youtube</a></li> <li><strong>Try Lingopie for free</strong> - <a href= "https://learn.lingopie.com/blablafrench" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Get 70% off on the Lifetime Plan - Click HERE</a></li> </ul> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <strong>FREE audio training to help you understand spoken French</strong></p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> Want to understand when French people speak? Sound more natural? Have a better and smoother pronunciation? Well, you can do that with this free audio training. It will give you the tips and secrets to speak more like a native. <a href= "https://frenchblabla34.systeme.io/94298d26">Grab your FREE training here</a>.</p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <strong>Subscribe and review The French Blabla Podcast</strong></p> <p style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> Thanks so much for tuning into the podcast! 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May 24, 2024
<p>Hello, and welcome back to another episode of the French Blabla podcast! I'm Caroline, your host.</p> <p>Today, we're about to unwrap two cheeky and somewhat controversial gems from the French linguistic treasure chest.</p> <p>These expressions are quintessential to everyday French banter, often sparking raised eyebrows and knowing smiles.</p> <p>We're going to explore "putain" and "merde," two swear words in French that are sure to ring a bell if you've spent any time on social media watching humorous language learning videos.</p> <p>As we delve into these popular swear words in French, remember the cultural depth and emotional weight they carry in the French language.</p> <p>With today's episode, you'll understand not just the translations but the appropriate contexts to use these colorful expressions without offending native speakers.</p> <p>Let’s embark on this vocabulary journey with a light heart and a mind open to the intriguing world of casual French.</p> <p>Later in the episode, I’ll also introduce you to our sponsor, but first, let's dive into the linguistic nuances.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>In this episode</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Mastering Usage</strong>: Learn how and when to appropriately use "putain" and "merde" in daily conversation without crossing the line.</li> <li><strong>Contextual Flexibility</strong>: Discover the versatility of these swear words from expressing frustration to amazement, and how their impact changes with tone and setting.</li> <li><strong>Cultural Insights</strong>: Gain insights into the cultural acceptance of these phrases and why context matters so much in French discourse.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <h3>What I mentioned in this episode:</h3> <p><strong> </strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Episode 23 - Two MORE fillers you haven't learnt at school</strong>: <a href= "https://frenchblabla.org/episode/ep23-two-more-fillers-you-havent-learnt-at-school/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click to listen</a></li> <li><strong>Episode 60 - </strong><strong>Weird Sounds French people Make</strong> - <a href= "https://frenchblabla.org/episode/ep60-weird-sounds-french/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click to listen</a></li> <li><strong>"Plan Coeur - The Hookup Plan"</strong> - TV Show - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tzrr_W1yBU" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click to check the trailer on Youtube</a></li> <li><strong>Try Lingopie for free</strong> - <a href= "https://lingopie.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=french_blabla&utm_term=may24&utm_creative=french_blabla&lmid=8007443">Get 70% off on the Lifetime Plan - Click HERE</a></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <strong>Useful Episode Resources</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <a href="https://frenchblabla.org/episode/ep61-swear-words%E2%80%A6nch-putain-merde/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Grab today's goodie here.</a></p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <strong>FREE audio training to help you understand spoken French</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;">Want to understand when French people speak? Sound more natural? Have a better and smoother pronunciation? Well, you can do that with this free audio training. It will give you the tips and secrets to speak more like a native. <a href= "https://frenchblabla34.systeme.io/94298d26">Grab your FREE training here</a>.</p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> <strong>Subscribe and review The French Blabla Podcast</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;">Thanks so much for tuning into the podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and love the show, I'd really appreciate you <strong>subscribing</strong> and <strong>leaving me a review</strong> on your favourite podcast player.</p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;">Not only does it let me know you're out there listening, but your feedback helps me to keep creating the most useful episodes. And you know what? I also get to be discovered by more awesome people like you!</p> <p> </p>
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