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Brush up your français with Prêt à Parler

French, Education, 1 season, 80 episodes, 20 hours, 41 minutes
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Ready to improve your French?  We are bringing you pronunciation tips, conversation skills improvement hacks with our teachers Brice and Sandra, there will also be ways for you to discover the beautiful francophone literature, poetry, the most famous and less famous authors with "La chronique de Catherine". And with Isabelle you will learn more about francophone music and improve your pronunciation. For all French levels!
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The Empowered Learners: Set Yourself Up for Success with Helen von Dadelszen!

🦋 One of the hardest part of taking an exam, going on a first date, or making a public speaking appearance, is the stress that comes along. It's not just you, even professional public speakers, experienced teachers, and world-renowned singers get "butterflies" in the stomach before an important event!🧘 Today we're discussing the various techniques for stress management with professional confidence coach Helen von Dadelszen. In this video, you will learn about breathing, grounding, and changing the soundtrack in your mind to get in the right mindset and set yourself for success!👩‍💻 And if you believe in the power of exposure in order to overcome the stress of it, we suggest enrolling into our Summer Intensive Group program. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your French skills in a small group of fellow learners and reach level A1, A2 and B1 by the end of the summer!Read our transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/stress-before-an-exam-helen-von-dadelszen/Enrol in our Intensive Summer Group Program: https://pretaparler.ch/online-group-french-lessons/Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
6/17/202422 minutes, 58 seconds
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fide Test Success Stories: Mykhailo Doubinsky

🎙️ In today's episode of our Exam Success Stories series, our CEO Isabelle Nicolas discusses with Mykhailo Doubinsky about his successful fide test preparation which led him to obtain his fide Passeport des langues in October 2023.Mykhailo was born in Kyiv, Ukraine, where he's lived for most of his life. He moved to Switzerland 10 years ago with his family. He works as a lawyer in an LtD company and has been living in Saint-Sulpice near Lausanne. Initially he contacted us to prepare for the fide B1 oral exam, but even after successfully passing it (with 84%) he chose to continue studying with us until complete French fluency.🎉 Your Super Prof Yohann and the whole Prêt à Parler Team are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Mykhailo!🚀 If you are interested in learning with us, hurry up and take advantage of our limited offer for 48 private online lessons with one of our Super Profs & a 12-month access to our premium e-learning platform. Visit our website to learn more: https://pretaparler.ch/48-lessons/Our interview is also available on Youtube with subtitles: https://youtu.be/u3eTmMC9gB8Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
4/12/202436 minutes, 55 seconds
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fide Test Success Stories: Michael Moore

Michael is a retired IT engineer now focusing on developing two passions: vegan pastry  and catering as well as scuba diving. He already speaks multiple languages including English, German, and Japanese. Although his French is already good enough, he needed help in preparing for his fide test to renew his Permis B. He completed his fide test in May 2021 and scored 100% in both the Écouter and Lire sections.  Your Super Prof and the whole Prêt à Parler are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Michael! Here is what he has to say about his experience learning online and preparing for his exam with us:  "Whatever your goals or needs are, Prêt à Parler will get you ready. The whole learning experience for me was comfortable. My Super Prof walked me through one of the reading and writing scenarios and I was able to use my time very efficiently during my fide exam because I was already familiar with the format. My investment in paying for the private lessons has absolutely paid off. I have recommended your services to other expats!"  - Learn more about our Preparation Program for the fide test: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/ - Learn more about our Preparation Program for the fide test e-course: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-success-stories-michael-moore Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler! ____________________________________________________________________ Learn French with Prêt à Parler and prepare for the fide test, DELF & DALF exams! Improve your French grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation with Prêt à Parler, as we have for you a ton of free tutorials and resources for learning French and high-quality premium products for every budget! Whether it is Everyday French, Business French, or French language exam preparation, we offer online French lessons tailored to your French level and your specific needs. Check our website for more info: https://pretaparler.ch & make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel and our social media platform to stay on top of your French learning:  - https://www.facebook.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/pretaparlerch/ Disclaimer: Prêt à Parler CH does not carry out fide tests and is not yet accredited for any of the fide procedures. However, our team of Super Profs has been helping our clients to successfully pass their fide test in Suisse romande since January 2019. Our online preparation program for the fide test, blog articles, social media posts and videos are meant to help fide applicants better understand and prepare for their exam.
11/8/202322 minutes, 44 seconds
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fide Test Success Stories: Imogen Hitchcock

In this series, our CEO Isabelle Nicolas discusses with Imogen Hitchcock about her successful preparation for the fide test. Imogen is a busy entrepreneur based in the Lausanne area who, after living for 11 years in Switzerland, had to prepare for her Swiss naturalisation process. Her wish with her private French lessons was to increase her confidence when talking with her Swiss friends and neighbors about casual, but also difficult and complex topics such as politics, relationships, and... who should win Top Chef!  Imogen took her fide test on 19 May 2021 and got her B1 fide Passeport des langues in June 2021. Your Super Prof Brice and the whole Prêt à Parler are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Imogen! Here is what she has to say about her experience learning online and preparing for her exam with us:  "It’s always scary preparing for an exam but Brice is a fantastic teacher! He's incredibly patient and reassuring. The subjects we covered were all topics Brice and I had prepared for in the run-up to the exam. Once the oral exam started, I felt more confident, knowing that my conversations with Brice had been more challenging! I also loved the fact I could choose lesson times around my schedule and the personalised approach to lessons suited me perfectly. Just get in touch Prêt à Parler. You'll be matched with the right teacher for your style, your objectives, and your level." - Learn more about our Preparation Program for the fide test: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/ - Learn more about our Preparation Program for the fide test e-course: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-exam-with-pret-a-parler-imogen-hitchcocks-success-story Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler! _____________________________________________________________________ Learn French with Prêt à Parler and prepare for the fide test, DELF & DALF exams! Improve your French grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation with Prêt à Parler, as we have for you a ton of free tutorials and resources for learning French and high-quality premium products for every budget! Whether it is Everyday French, Business French, or French language exam preparation, we offer online French lessons tailored to your French level and your specific needs. Check our website for more info: https://pretaparler.ch & make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel and our social media platform to stay on top of your French learning:  - https://www.facebook.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/pretaparlerch/ Disclaimer: Prêt à Parler CH does not carry out fide tests and is not yet accredited for any of the fide procedures. However, our team of Super Profs has been helping our clients to successfully pass their fide test in Suisse romande since January 2019. Our online preparation program for the fide test, blog articles, social media posts and videos are meant to help fide applicants better understand and prepare for their exam.
11/1/202327 minutes, 49 seconds
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fide Test Success Stories: Karen Henderson

In this series, our CEO Isabelle Nicolas discusses with Karen Henderson about her successful exam preparation which led her to obtain her fide Passeport des langues in December 2021. When she contacted Prêt à Parler, Karen had already passed the written and reading part of her fide test but she needed help to pass the B1 oral part.  Her background is different from most people who come to Switzerland. Originally from the US, she grew up in a small community in southern West Virginia and came to Switzerland with her husband in 2011.  Now retired and 70, learning French was not easy for her as forgetting words and having to learn them again were added challenges. Hesitant at first, Karen booked a trial lesson and the rest was history. She took her exam at Université Populaire de Fribourg on 18 December 2021 and happily informed us in January 2022 that she had successfully passed her fide B1 test! Your Super Prof Yohann and the whole Prêt à Parler are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Karen! Watch this video to learn more about the fide test process as well as Karen's experience preparing for her exam with Prêt à Parler. - Learn more about our Preparation Program for the fide test: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/ - Learn more about our Preparation Program for the fide test e-course: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-exam-with-pret-a-parler-karen-hendersons-success-story/ Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler!  Disclaimer: Prêt à Parler CH does not carry out fide tests and is not yet accredited for any of the fide procedures. However, our team of Super Profs has been helping our clients to successfully pass their fide test in Suisse romande since January 2019. Our online preparation program for the fide test, blog articles, social media posts and videos are meant to help fide applicants better understand and prepare for their exam. 
10/25/202313 minutes, 6 seconds
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The NLP Way: Easy Steps to Increase Your Energy and Focus | Amrita Auer

The Empowered Learners is a series of interviews that were originally recorded as Instagram lives. 😔 Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed at the idea of learning/improving your French? 😵‍💫 Does it feel like an insurmountable task which you don't really know how to tackle? 💪🏼💪💪🏿In this episode, Isabelle talks with Amrita Auer, BodyMind and NLP coach based in Nyon, Switzerland, about small, easily achievable steps and tips to shift a low energy into a more positive and active one. To learn more abour Amrita's coaching services: http://www.amritaauer.com 
9/8/202328 minutes, 57 seconds
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How Yoga Can Increase Our Focus and Recharge Our Energy | Verena Dedekind

The Empowered Learners is a series of interviews that were originally recorded as Instagram lives. In this episode, Isabelle talks about how yoga can increase our focus and recharge our energy with Verena Dedekind, founder of @yogamelia_now They chat about: 🧘‍♀️ the importance to take a break when you work from home 🧘‍♀️ Tips on what to do to recharge when you have only 5-10 minutes before an important meeting or your French lesson 🧘‍♀️ Useful stretches to do feel better after a long day at your computer Learn more about Yogamelia: https://yogamelia.com/
7/13/202333 minutes, 38 seconds
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How to Approach Exam Preparation With Mindfulness & Mental Fitness

In this episode of “The Empowered Learners” we talk with Jacqui Edmiston. Originally from Australia, she has been living in Pully, in French-speaking Switzerland for 5 years now and she holds a C permit. She will take her fide exam on July 14, 2023 in order to obtain her C permit. After suffering a burnout shortly after arriving in Switzerland, Jacqui Edmiston founded Elevate, a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to helping individuals and organizations reach their highest potential. With a focus on personal and professional development, they offer a range of services aimed at enhancing performance, fostering growth, and achieving success. In this interview we talk about her experience as an expat in the Suisse Romande, as well as her French-learning journey and the best techniques for reaching the best state of mind before an exam. Check out some of her latest articles: http://elevateperformance.ch/blog/mastering-exams-with-mindfulness-and-mental-fitness https://elevateperformance.ch/blog/6-mental-health-benefits-from-learning-a-new-language Preparation for the fide test e-course: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ _____________________________________________________________________ Learn French with Prêt à Parler and prepare for the FIDE, DELF & DALF exams! Improve your French grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation with Prêt à Parler, as we have for you a ton of free tutorials and resources for learning French and high-quality premium products for every budget! Whether it is Everyday French, Business French, or French exam preparation, we offer online French lessons tailored to your French level and your specific needs. Check our website for more info: https://pretaparler.ch & make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel and our social media platform to stay on top of your French learning:  - https://www.facebook.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/pretaparlerch/
6/29/202326 minutes, 39 seconds
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DELF Success Stories: Yoshiyuki Oshima

In this series, our CEO Isabelle Nicolas discusses with Yoshiyuki Oshima his successful DELF exam preparation. Yoshiyuki, a native Japanese speaker - who also speaks English and Spanish - is originally from Tokyo, but he has been living in Geneva, Switzerland since 2011. He took online French lessons with us with the aim to obtain the DELF B2 certificate.  Yoshiyuki passed his DELF B2 on 24 May 2022 at IFAGE in Geneva. Your Super Prof Laurence and the whole Prêt à Parler are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Yoshiyuki! Here is what he has to say about his experience learning online and preparing for his exam with us:  "After continuing my lessons with my professor, Laurence, I managed to obtain a DELF B2 certificate. This is primarily because of the teaching method that Laurence used. She taught me strategies to earn good scores by analyzing the way DELF questions are formulated and how DELF expects us to respond to them. Millions of thanks to her. Online language learning can be indeed very effective and Prêt à Parler certainly proved it! Most of all, I have gained my confidence in speaking without necessarily going out of my house.” Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/delf-success-stories-yoshiyuki-oshima/ Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler! _____________________________________________________________________ Learn French with Prêt à Parler and prepare for the FIDE, DELF & DALF exams! Improve your French grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation with Prêt à Parler, as we have for you a ton of free tutorials and resources for learning French and high-quality premium products for every budget! Whether it is Everyday French, Business French, or French exam preparation, we offer online French lessons tailored to your French level and your specific needs. Check our website for more info: https://pretaparler.ch & make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel and our social media platform to stay on top of your French learning:  - https://www.facebook.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/pretaparlerch/ 
3/3/202329 minutes, 46 seconds
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FIDE Success Stories: Manu Jindal

Manu is a busy professional who needed to prepare for his Permis C in three months' time. He has completed his 10th year in Switzerland and overall, his goal was to get A2 written and A2 oral as a result. Your Super Prof Sandra and the whole Prêt à Parler are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Manu! Here is what he has to say about his experience learning online and preparing for his FIDE exam with us:  "I had a great experience with regards to preparing for the French Fide exam in Switzerland. I would especially like to thank Sandra, my professor! Her approach worked very well for me as she made sure I focus on learning by doing. She tailored the course material according to my needs. Sandra found a good balance between helping me improve my overall French language skills and preparing specifically for FIDE Exam. Thanks once again to Sandra and Prêt à Parler team!" - Learn more about our FIDE Preparation Program: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/ - Learn more about our signature e-course, Prêt à FIDE: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-success-stories-manu-jindal Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler!   
2/23/202335 minutes, 20 seconds
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FIDE Dossier - Online class example avec Super Prof Sandra

In this video our Super Prof Sandra presents what does a typical FIDE dossier preparation class look like with her! The FIDE dossier is an interview exam for anyone above 16 with a B1 level at minimum, mostly aimed at students. You can also take it if you have a French language level certificate that isn’t recognized by the Swiss authorities. Sandra is a FIDE specialist who has helped many students pass their FIDE exam and their FIDE dossier interview. If you need help with your French exam preparation, Prêt à Parler is here to answer all of your French needs! - Learn more about our FIDE Preparation Program: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/  - Learn more about our signature e-course, Prêt à FIDE: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/  Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/dossier-fide-class-example-with-super-prof-sandra _____________________________________________________________________  Learn French with Prêt à Parler and prepare for the FIDE, DELF & DALF exams! Improve your French grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation with Prêt à Parler, as we have for you a ton of free tutorials and resources for learning French and high-quality premium products for every budget! Whether it is Everyday French, Business French, or French exam preparation, we offer online French lessons tailored for your French level and your specific needs.  Check our website for more info: https://pretaparler.ch & make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel and our social media platform to stay on top of your French learning:  - https://www.facebook.com/pretaparlerch - https://www.instagram.com/pretaparlerch/ 
2/15/20233 minutes, 40 seconds
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FIDE Success Stories: Irene Abraham

In this series, our CEO Isabelle Nicolas discusses with Irene Abraham about her successful exam preparation which led her to obtain her FIDE Passeport des langues in July 2022. Irene works as a toxicologist at JTI and has been living in Geneva for the past 10 years. She contacted us to improve her French conversation as she wanted to feel more comfortable in her everyday life in situations such as family gatherings (her husband is French!) and discussions with her daughters’ crèche and school teachers.   When she realised that she had to renew her Permis C by early August 2022, she decided to prepare for her FIDE exam with our Super Prof Brice. On July 19th 2022, she passed her A2 written and B1 oral FIDE exams with flying colors. This now means that she is fully covered to apply for both her Permis C and her Swiss naturalisation, which she plans on doing in the near future. Your Super Prof Brice and the whole Prêt à Parler Team are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Irene! Watch this video to learn more about the FIDE exam process as well as Irene's experience preparing for her exam with Prêt à Parler.  - Learn more about our FIDE Preparation Program: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/ - Learn more about our signature e-course, Prêt à FIDE: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-success-stories-irene-abraham Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler! ____________________________________________________ Learn French with Prêt à Parler and prepare for the FIDE, DELF & DALF exams! Improve your French grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation with Prêt à Parler, as we have for you a ton of free tutorials and resources for learning French and high-quality premium products for every budget! Whether it is Everyday French, Business French, or French exam preparation, we offer online French lessons tailored for your French level and your specific needs.Check our website for more info: https://pretaparler.ch  & make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel and our social media platform to stay on top of your French learning:  - https://www.facebook.com/pretaparlerch/ - https://www.instagram.com/pretaparlerch/ 
2/8/202318 minutes, 47 seconds
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DELF Success Stories: Davide Pio Boeri

Davide would like to go on with D.E.L.F/D.A.LF. training and have the level certified by taking the exams. Furthermore, he needs French for his daily private and business life. He moved to France and has a strong need to improve his vocabulary.  Fun fact: The DELF is a French exam which has been established more than 20 years ago in France and is recognised all around the world. The FIDE is a Swiss exam that was created less than 3 years ago and is only recognised within Switzerland at the moment. DELF goes with questions based more on business, theoretical, and philosophical topics.  Davide took his DELF exam on 24 March 2022 at Alliance Française, Annecy, and since the recording of the interview, he passed DALF C1 exam in August 2022!  Your Super Prof Laurence and the whole Prêt à Parler are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Davide! Here is what Davide has to say about his experience learning French online and preparing for his exam with us:  "Prêt à Parler offers a superior service. The IT tools are very helpful and easy to use. My learning progress is confirmed by my environment. My teacher - Laurence - impresses me with her knowledge, friendliness, and flexibility. After each lesson, I feel better prepared for my upcoming exams"  - Learn more about our FIDE Preparation Program: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/ - Learn more about our signature e-course, Prêt à FIDE: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/delf-success-stories-davide-pio-boeri Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler!   
2/1/202321 minutes, 55 seconds
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Learn more about the Dossier FIDE with Super Prof Sandra

The FIDE dossier is an interview exam for anyone above 16 with a B1 level at minimum, mostly aimed at students. You can also take it if you have a French language level certificate that isn’t recognized by the Swiss authorities. Learn more about it in the interview with our Super Prof Sandra!  Sandra is a FIDE specialist who has helped many students pass their FIDE exam and their FIDE dossier interview. If you need help with your French exam preparation, Prêt à Parler is here to answer all of your French needs! - Learn more about our FIDE Preparation Program: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/  - Learn more about our signature e-course, Prêt à FIDE: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/  Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-dossier-avec-super-prof-sandra _____________________________________________________________________  Learn French with Prêt à Parler and prepare for the FIDE, DELF & DALF exams! Improve your French grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation with Prêt à Parler, as we have for you a ton of free tutorials and resources for learning French and high-quality premium products for every budget! Whether it is Everyday French, Business French, or French exam preparation, we offer online French lessons tailored for your French level and your specific needs.  Check our website for more info: https://pretaparler.ch & make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel and our social media platform to stay on top of your French learning:  - https://www.facebook.com/pretaparlerch - https://www.instagram.com/pretaparlerch/
1/27/202312 minutes, 48 seconds
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FIDE Success Stories: Michael Moore

Michael is a retired IT engineer now focusing on developing two passions: vegan pastry  and catering as well as scuba diving. He already speaks multiple languages including English, German, and Japanese. Although his French is already good enough, he needed help in preparing for his FIDE exam to renew his Permis B. He completed his FIDE exam in May 2021 and scored 100% in both the Écouter and Lire sections. Your Super Prof and the whole Prêt à Parler are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Michael! Here is what he has to say about his experience learning online and preparing for his exam with us: "Whatever your goals or needs are, Prêt à Parler will get you ready. The whole learning experience for me was comfortable. My Super Prof walked me through one of the reading and writing scenarios and I was able to use my time very efficiently during my FIDE exam because I was already familiar with the format. My investment in paying for the private lessons has absolutely paid off. I have recommended your services to other expats!" - Learn more about our FIDE Preparation Program: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/ - Learn more about our signature e-course, Prêt à FIDE: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-success-stories-michael-moore Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler! ____________________________________________________________ Learn French with Prêt à Parler and prepare for the FIDE, DELF & DALF exams! Improve your French grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation with Prêt à Parler, as we have for you a ton of free tutorials and resources for learning French and high-quality premium products for every budget! Whether it is Everyday French, Business French, or French exam preparation, we offer online French lessons tailored for your French level and your specific needs. Check our website for more info: https://pretaparler.ch & make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel and our social media platform to stay on top of your French learning: - https://www.facebook.com/pretaparlerch - https://www.instagram.com/pretaparlerch/ 
1/16/202327 minutes, 6 seconds
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FIDE Success Stories: Imogen Hitchcock

In this series, our CEO Isabelle Nicolas discusses with Imogen Hitchcock about her successful FIDE exam preparation. Imogen is a busy entrepreneur who, after living for 11 years in Switzerland, has to prepare for her Swiss passport application. She’d also like to have increased confidence in talking to her Swiss friends and neighbours about more difficult and complex topics – politics, relationships, who should win Top Chef etc. She took her FIDE exam on 19 May 2021 and confirmed she passed Oral B1 Ecrit B1 in June of 2021.  Your Super Prof Brice and the whole Prêt à Parler are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Imogen! Here is what she has to say about her experience learning online and preparing for her exam with us:  "It’s always scary preparing for an exam but Brice is a fantastic teacher! He's incredibly patient and reassuring. The subjects we covered were all topics Brice and I had prepared for in the run-up to the exam – searching for an apartment, health, conversations about changing appointments. Once the oral exam started, I felt more confident, knowing that my conversations with Brice had been more challenging! I also loved the fact I could choose lesson times around my schedule and the personalised approach to lessons suited me perfectly. Just get in touch Prêt à Parler. You'll be matched with the right teacher for your style, your objectives, and your level." - Learn more about our FIDE Preparation Program: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/ - Learn more about our signature e-course, Prêt à FIDE: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-exam-with-pret-a-parler-imogen-hitchcocks-success-story Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler!  
3/18/202233 minutes, 27 seconds
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FIDE Success Stories: Karen Henderson

In this series, our CEO Isabelle Nicolas discusses with Karen Henderson about her successful exam preparation which led her to obtain her FIDE Passeport des langues in December 2021. When she contacted Prêt à Parler, Karen had already passed the written and reading part of her FIDE exam but she needed help to pass the B1 oral part. Her background is different from most people who come to Switzerland. Originally from the US, she grew up in a small community in southern West Virginia and came to Switzerland with her husband in 2011. Now retired and 70, learning French was not easy for her as forgetting words and having to learn them again were added challenges. Hesitant at first, Karen booked a trial lesson and the rest was history. She took her exam at Université Populaire de Fribourg on 18 December 2021 and happily informed us in January 2022 that she had successfully passed her FIDE B1! Your Super Prof Yohann and the whole Prêt à Parler are super proud of your achievement! Toutes nos félicitations, Karen! Watch this video to learn more about the FIDE exam process as well as Karen's experience preparing for her exam with Prêt à Parler. - Learn more about our FIDE Preparation Program: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-express-preparation/ - Learn more about our signature e-course, Prêt à FIDE: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-course/ Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/fide-exam-with-pret-a-parler-karen-hendersons-success-story/ Experience the joy of learning and prepare for success with Prêt à Parler! 
3/8/202216 minutes, 17 seconds
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How to add learning French in your bucket list - Brush up your français ep. 29

In this first month of 2022, the Prêt à Parler Super Profs will share their tips with you to help you put your New Year's resolutions in place and stay motivated to reach your French goals. Today, Brice and Sandra will be discussing how to add learning French in your bucket list. En ce premier mois de l’année 2022, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler partageront avec vous leurs trucs pour vous aider à mettre en place vos résolutions pour la nouvelle année et à  garder votre motivation afin d’atteindre vos objectifs de français.   Aujourd'hui, Brice et Sandra discuteront de la fameuse “Bucket List”.  Est-ce une bonne idée de se faire des listes et est-ce vraiment possible de s’y tenir sans se décourager quand on apprend le français? Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3nRo362 - French Bundle: https://bit.ly/3ESOCxn 
1/25/202213 minutes, 20 seconds
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Prévisions pour l'année 2022, Forecast for 2022 - Brush up your français ep. 28

In this first month of 2022, the Prêt à Parler Super Profs will share their tips with you to help you put your New Year's resolutions in place and stay motivated to reach your French goals. Today, Brice and Sandra will be talking about their forecast for 2022. En ce premier mois de l’année 2022, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler partageront avec vous leurs trucs pour vous aider à mettre en place vos résolutions pour la nouvelle année et à  garder votre motivation afin d’atteindre vos objectifs de français.   Aujourd'hui, Brice and Sandra parleront de leurs prévisions pour l’année 2022. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3IfkGxI - French Bundle: https://bit.ly/3ESOCxn 
1/18/202216 minutes, 55 seconds
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Améliorer votre français en 2022, improve your French in 2022 - Brush up your français ep. 27

In this first month of 2022, the Prêt à Parler Super Profs will share their tips with you to help you put your New Year's resolutions in place and stay motivated to reach your French goals. Today, Brice and Sandra will be talking about the goals to set to help you improve your French in 2022. En ce premier mois de l’année 2022, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler partageront avec vous leurs trucs pour vous aider à mettre en place vos résolutions pour la nouvelle année et à  garder votre motivation afin d’atteindre vos objectifs de français.   Aujourd'hui, Brice and Sandra parlent avec vous des objectifs à fixer pour vous aider à améliorer votre français en 2022. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler !  Links:  - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3f8w3ea - French Bundle: https://bit.ly/3ESOCxn
1/11/202213 minutes
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Rétrospective de l’année 2021, retrospective of 2021 - Brush up your français ep. 26

In this first month of 2022, the Prêt à Parler Super Profs will share their tips with you to help you put your New Year's resolutions in place and stay motivated to reach your French goals. Today Brice et Sandra will be doing a retrospective of 2021. En ce premier mois de l’année 2022, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler partageront avec vous leurs trucs pour vous aider à mettre en place vos résolutions pour la nouvelle année et à  garder votre motivation afin d’atteindre vos objectifs de français.   Aujourd’hui, ils feront avec vous une rétrospective de l’année 2021. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3FYEuVm - French Bundle: https://bit.ly/3ESOCxn
1/4/202210 minutes, 55 seconds
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Our Christmas and New Year's habits, Nos habitudes de noël et du nouvel an - Brush up your français ep.

In this beautiful month of December,  les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler will talk about the most festive and joyful theme of the season: the end of the year celebrations! Today Brice et Sandra will talk about their Christmas and New Year's habits. En ce beau mois de décembre, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parleront du thème le plus festif et joyeux de la saison: les fêtes de fin d’année!   Aujourd’hui, Brice et Sandra vous parleront de leurs habitudes de noël et du nouvel an. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3FEYw7b - French for Everyday Life: https://bit.ly/3Gn7cir
12/28/202111 minutes
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Our favorite Christmas movies, notre films de Noël préférés - Brush up your français ep. 24

In this beautiful month of December,  les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler will talk about the most festive and joyful theme of the season: the end of the year celebrations! Today Brice et Sandra will talk about their favorite Christmas movies. En ce beau mois de décembre, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parleront du thème le plus festif et joyeux de la saison: les fêtes de fin d’année!   Aujourd’hui, Brice et Sandra vous parleront de leurs films de Noël préférés. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/33z430D - French for Everyday Life: https://bit.ly/3Gn7cir
12/21/202111 minutes, 32 seconds
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French christmas food, Les spécialités culinaires de noël - Brush up your français ep. 23

In this beautiful month of December,  les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler will talk about the most festive and joyful theme of the season: the end of the year celebrations! Today they will talk about their favorite French Christmas food specialties and their Christmas shopping habits. En ce beau mois de décembre, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parleront du thème le plus festif et joyeux de la saison: les fêtes de fin d’année!   Aujourd’hui, ils vous parleront des spécialités culinaires de Noël et de leurs habitudes d'achats. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3oSKCs5 - French for Everyday Life: https://bit.ly/3Gn7cir 
12/14/202113 minutes, 23 seconds
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Holiday memories, Souvenirs de fêtes de fin d’année et cadeaux préférés – Brush up your français 22

In this beautiful month of December,  les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler will talk about the most festive and joyful theme of the season: the end of the year celebrations! Today they will talk about their fondest memories of the holiday season and their favorite gifts. En ce beau mois de décembre, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parleront du thème le plus festif et joyeux de la saison: les fêtes de fin d’année!   Aujourd’hui, ils parleront de leurs souvenirs les plus mémorables des fêtes de fin d’année et de leurs cadeaux préférés. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3rFJ8TD - French for Everyday Life: https://bit.ly/3Gn7cir 
12/7/202110 minutes, 42 seconds
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Coping with autumn depression, Nos astuces anti-dépression d'automne - Brush up your français ep. 21

This November our Super Profs de Prêt à Parler will talk about mental health and how to improve your French while staying at home. If you love movies, board games and/or crafts, Brice and Sandra will give you lots of cool tips to brighten up those sad November days and boost you motivation. Today we will talk about seasonal depression, why and how it happens, and our advice on coping with autumn depression. En ce mois de novembre, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parleront de santé mentale et d’activités à faire pour améliorer votre français tout en restant à la maison.  Vous aimez regarder des films, jouer à des jeux de société et bricoler?  Nos Super Profs ont plein d’astuces intéressantes pour égayer les tristes journées de novembre et vous donner un regain de motivation! Aujourd'hui, nous allons parler de la dépression automnale, comment et pourquoi elle arrive, et de nos astuces anti-dépressions d'automne. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3qU1VdE - French Toolbox: https://bit.ly/3bDgtWc  
11/23/202111 minutes, 15 seconds
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Films et séries francophones, francophone movies and TV shows - Brush up your français ep. 20

This November our Super Profs de Prêt à Parler will talk about mental health and how to improve your French while staying at home. If you love movies, board games and/or crafts, Brice and Sandra will give you lots of cool tips to brighten up those sad November days and boost you motivation. Today we will talk about our favorite francophone movies and TV shows. En ce mois de novembre, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parleront de santé mentale et d’activités à faire pour améliorer votre français tout en restant à la maison.  Vous aimez regarder des films, jouer à des jeux de société et bricoler?  Nos Super Profs ont plein d’astuces intéressantes pour égayer les tristes journées de novembre et vous donner un regain de motivation! Aujourd'hui, ils vous parleront des films et séries francophones. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3FygZ4T - French Toolbox: https://bit.ly/3bDgtWc  
11/16/202117 minutes, 29 seconds
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Les jeux de société, board games, autumn activities - Brush up your français ep. 19

This November our Super Profs de Prêt à Parler will talk about mental health and how to improve your French while staying at home. If you love movies, board games and/or crafts, Brice and Sandra will give you lots of cool tips to brighten up those sad November days and boost you motivation. Today we will talk about board games. En ce mois de novembre, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parleront de santé mentale et d’activités à faire pour améliorer votre français tout en restant à la maison.  Vous aimez regarder des films, jouer à des jeux de société et bricoler?  Nos Super Profs ont plein d’astuces intéressantes pour égayer les tristes journées de novembre et vous donner un regain de motivation! Aujourd’hui, ils vous parleront des jeux de société. Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler ! Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3H7VSHV - French Toolbox: https://bit.ly/3bDgtWc 
11/9/202114 minutes, 25 seconds
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Nos habitudes de lecture, our reading habits - Brush up your français 18

This November our Super Profs de Prêt à Parler will talk about mental health and how to improve your French while staying at home. If you love movies, board games and/or crafts, Brice and Sandra will give you lots of cool tips to brighten up those sad November days and boost you motivation. We start today's podcast, the first podcast of month November talking about our reading habits. En ce mois de novembre, les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parleront de santé mentale et d’activités à faire pour améliorer votre français tout en restant à la maison.  Vous aimez regarder des films, jouer à des jeux de société et bricoler?  Nos Super Profs ont plein d’astuces intéressantes pour égayer les tristes journées de novembre et vous donner un regain de motivation! Aujourd’hui, ils vous parleront de leurs habitudes de lecture.  Links: - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/2ZKzza7  - French Toolbox: https://bit.ly/3bDgtWc 
11/2/202113 minutes, 27 seconds
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Swiss expats: Les raisons de l'expatriation et ses bienfaits / reasons and benefits of expatriation

In today's French podcast, our Super Profs Brice and Sandra will talk about the reasons and benefits of expatriation. And Catherine will read about music in this month's Prête-moi ta plume with her beautiful French pronunciation.  Êtes-vous un ou une expat vivant dans un pays francophone? En ce beau mois d’octobre, Les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parlerons d’un sujet très important: Les raisons de l'expatriation et ses bienfaits. Et Catherine présentera Prête-moi ta plume de ce mois avec sa merveilleuse prononciation française.  Brush Up Your Français with Prêt à Parler !  Links:  - Read the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3E851y0 - For more free French lessons, visit this link to subscribe to our free FIDE webinar: https://bit.ly/3aM0FQi  - Prêt à FIDE course: https://bit.ly/3iQk7jw 
10/26/202124 minutes, 14 seconds
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Comment gérer son stress avant un examen or how to deal with exam stress - Brush up your français 16

Today, our Super Profs Brice and Sandra will give you their advice on how to deal with exam stress. And Catherine will present this month's verbe craquant with her beautiful French pronunciation. Aujourd’hui, notre Super Profs Brice et Sandra vous donneront leurs conseils afin de mieux gérer votre stress avant un examen. Et Catherine présentera le verbe craquant de ce mois avec sa merveilleuse prononciation française. In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Comment gérer son stress avant un examen" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - "Le verbe craquant" of the month with Catherine Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/how-to-deal-with-exam-stress/ FIDE preparation: https://bit.ly/3iQk7jw
10/19/202114 minutes, 2 seconds
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Les difficultés rencontrées durant l'expatriation, la bonne nouvelle - Brush up your français ep. 15

En ce beau mois d’octobre, Les Super Prof de Prêt à Parler parlerons d’un sujet très important: la vie d’expat et la préparation aux examens.   In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Les difficultés rencontrées durant l'expatriation" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - "La bonne nouvelle" of the month with Catherine Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-15 FIDE preparation: https://bit.ly/3iQk7jw
10/12/202114 minutes, 40 seconds
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The Benefits of Passing the FIDE Exam - Brush up your français 14

In the month of October we continue with the chronique "Les conseils d'Isabelle", where Isabelle shares her tips and advice on how to improve your French quickly, based on her experience as a multilingual language coach and opera singer. In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Les bénéfices de passer un examen" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - "Les conseils d’Isabelle" avec Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "le mot mystère" of the month Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-14/ 
10/5/202122 minutes, 33 seconds
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Créer/garder la motivation, Les conseils d’Isabelle, prête-moi ta plume - Brush up your français ep. 13

In the month of September, instead of the chronique "The French Sounds of Music", we will have "Les conseils d'Isabelle", where Isabelle shares her tips and advice on how to improve your French quickly, based on her experience as a multilingual language coach and opera singer. Today she is going to talk to you about the importance of relaxing and letting go when learning a foreign language.  In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Créer/garder la motivation" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - "Les conseils d’Isabelle" avec Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "prête-moi ta plume" of the month Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-13/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/bKzelWYQY0Q
9/28/202135 minutes, 4 seconds
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La rentrée chez PàP, Les conseils d’Isabelle, Le verbe craquant - Brush up your français ep. 12

In the month of September, instead of the chronique "The French Sounds of Music", we will have "Les conseils d'Isabelle", where Isabelle shares her tips and advice on how to improve your French quickly, based on her experience as a multilingual language coach and opera singer. Today she is going to talk to you about the importance of relaxing and letting go when learning a foreign language.  In today's episode we'll talk about: - "La rentrée chez PàP" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - "Les conseils d’Isabelle" avec Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "Le verbe craquant" of the month Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-12/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/qtx8Jo-qi2w
9/21/202122 minutes, 23 seconds
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La motivation pour apprendre une langue, Les conseils d’Isabelle, La bonne nouvelle – Brush up your français ep. 11

In the month of September, instead of the chronique "The French Sounds of Music", we will have "Les conseils d'Isabelle", where Isabelle shares her tips and advice on how to improve your French quickly, based on her experience as a multilingual language coach and opera singer. In today's episode we'll talk about: - "La motivation pour apprendre une langue" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - "Les conseils d’Isabelle" avec Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "La bonne nouvelle" of the month Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-11/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/1-a1ufzPkI0
9/14/202125 minutes, 6 seconds
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La rentrée scolaire, Les conseils d’Isabelle, Le mot mystère - Brush up your français ep. 10

In the month of September, instead of the chronique "The French Sounds of Music", we will have "Les conseils d'Isabelle", where Isabelle shares her tips and advice on how to improve your French quickly, based on her experience as a multilingual language coach and opera singer. In today's episode we'll talk about: - "La rentrée scolaire" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - "Les conseils d’Isabelle" avec Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "Le mot mystère" of the month Learn about our special promo offer: https://bit.ly/3B1ANv4   Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-10/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/H56IDU2_QGE
9/7/202127 minutes, 19 seconds
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Special Back to School episode - Brush up your français 9

Tody we have a special Back to School episode with Isabelle and we will sing "Voyage, Voyage" by  Desireless. Learn about our special promo offer: https://bit.ly/3B1ANv4  Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-9/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/uXf3rS7D-Lw
8/31/202128 minutes, 3 seconds
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Plage ou montagne, Je reviens à Montréal, prête-moi ta plume - Brush up your français 8

In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Plage ou montagne?" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - We'll sing the song "Je reviens à Montréal" by Ariane Moffatt and learn pronunciation avec Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "Prête moi ta plume" of this month Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-8/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/7cn09bzIjaA
8/24/202129 minutes, 11 seconds
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Nos plats préférés, Caramels, bonbons et chocolats, Le verbe craquant - Brush up your français ep.7

In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Nos plats préférés" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - We'll sing the song "Caramels, bonbons et chocolats" by Dalida et Alain Delon and learn pronunciation avec our dear Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "Le verbe craquant" of this month Links to the song "Caramels, bonbons et chocolats" from the chronique The French Sounds of Music: - https://youtu.be/LYAvhujK4nA Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-7/  Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/XGmhqmRvLPw
8/17/202128 minutes, 35 seconds
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Les plats estivaux, Les Cornichons, la bonne nouvelle - Brush up your français ep.6

In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Les plats estivaux" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - We'll sing the song "Les Cornichons" by Nino Ferrer and learn pronunciation avec our dear Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "la bonne nouvelle" of this month  Read the episode transcript on our website: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-6/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/xNUnMa4q8dM
8/10/202122 minutes, 33 seconds
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Les hébergements de vacance, Le mot mystère - Brush up your français 5

In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Les hébergements de vacance" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - And with Catherine we'll talk about "Le mot mystère" of this month Due to Isabelle contracting the flu, The French Sounds of Music chronique is postponed for 31 August :) Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-5/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/7W_NKP8VxSw
8/3/202112 minutes
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Les meilleurs souvenirs de vacances, La Madrague, prête-moi ta plume - Brush up your français 4

In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Les meilleurs souvenirs de vacances" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - We'll sing the song "La Madrague" by Brigitte Bardot and learn pronunciation avec Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "Prête moi ta plume" of this month Read the transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-4/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ZHmuYAlQtWs
7/27/202139 minutes, 55 seconds
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Les amis d'enfance, Le temps de l’amour, le verbe craquant - Brush up your français ep.3

In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Les amis d'enfance" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - We'll sing the song "Le temps de l’amour" by Françoise Hardy and learn pronunciation avec Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "le verbe craquant" of this month  Read the episode transcript on our website: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-3/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/v0BanyWQBSg
7/20/202123 minutes, 22 seconds
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Les amis internationaux, Le temps est bon, la bonne nouvelle - Brush up your français ep.2

In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Les amis internationaux" avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - We'll sing the song "Le temps est bon" by Isabelle Pierre and learn pronunciation avec our dear Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "la bonne nouvelle" of this month  Read the episode transcript on our website: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-2/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Lvb_eP2xblE
7/13/202124 minutes, 10 seconds
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L’été, Itsi Bitsi, petit bikini, Le mot mystère - Brush up your français ep.1

In today's episode we'll talk about: - "Les activités en été " avec Brice et Sandra in our chronique "On en parle" - We'll sing the song "Itsi Bitsi, petit bikini" by Dalida and learn pronunciation avec our dear Isabelle Nicolas - And with Catherine we'll talk about "Le mot mystère" of this month  Read the episode transcript on our website: https://pretaparler.ch/brush-up-your-francais-ep-1/ Or watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/e9Q_Jzvuvk8
7/6/202124 minutes, 22 seconds
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Exciting news: New podcast format starting in July!

We are revamping our podcast! Our new podcast will be called "Brush up your français with Prêt à Parler". The idea of the new podcast is for all French learners from any level to get something out of it in order to improve their French language skills with us.  There will be pronunciation tips, conversation skills improvement hacks with our teachers Brice and Sandra, there will also be ways for you to discover the beautiful francophone literature, poetry, the most famous and less famous authors with "La chronique de Catherine". And with Isabelle you will learn more about francophone music and improve your pronunciation. Stay tuned!
6/30/20217 minutes, 41 seconds
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Episode 32: Prête-moi ta plume

Listen to an extract from a play, poem, novel, and much more! (level B2) “It is summer and they are finally extending their arms to us... Who ? Cafes, of course! We have missed them so much lately  that I really wanted to pay them tribute. And these are the writers who talk about it the best!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-32-prete-moi-ta-plume/ 
6/22/202116 minutes, 12 seconds
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Episode 31 : Le verbe craquant

Learn a new verb and use it in your everyday life! (level B1) “In another summer inspired podcast episode we talk about those "whose work is joy, who have no other prey than perfumes, breaths of the sky" and how to be like them. Today's verbe craquant is Butiner, or 'to forage'.” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-31-le-verbe-craquant/
6/15/20215 minutes, 30 seconds
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Episode 30: La bonne nouvelle

Listen to some good news from the francophone world! (level A2) “The good news for this month are quite festive! The summer solstice is celebrated in many places around the world, but in Geneva too! Dance with us and let's welcome the summer together.” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-30-la-bonne-nouvelle/
6/8/20215 minutes, 34 seconds
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Episode 29 : Le mot mystère

Guess our mystery word based on its playful description! (level A1)  "Summer is finally on our doorstep carrying a basket of fruit! Today's fruit belongs to the month of June, it is red and reminiscent of a heart. Children love it and you can wear it as fruit earrings... did you already guess?" Read today's episode transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/episode-29-le-mot-mystere/
6/1/20215 minutes, 3 seconds
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Episode 28 : Prête-moi ta plume

Listen to an extract from a play, poem, novel, and much more! (level B2) “Today we are reading excerpts from three French-speaking authors from Canada, France and Switzerland. Let us introduce you to Martine Latulippe, Odile Cornuz and Marie NDiaye!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-28-prete-moi-ta-plume/
5/25/202116 minutes, 34 seconds
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Episode 27 : Le verbe craquant

Learn a new verb and use it in your everyday life! (level B1) “Today's verb is one that's a bit old and outdated, but we really want to preserve it by using it! It's the verb that patches things up and can repair everything. Can you guess? Rabibocher!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-27-le-verbe-craquant/ 
5/18/20215 minutes, 31 seconds
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Episode 26 : La bonne nouvelle

Listen to some good news from the francophone world! (level A2) “Our inspiration today is May proverbs, with a focus on Catherine's favorite: en mai, fais ce qu’il te plait ! But what does it mean for you? ” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-26-la-bonne-nouvelle/
5/11/20215 minutes, 27 seconds
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Episode 25 : Le mot mystère

Guess our mystery word based on its playful description! (level A1)  "We continue with Spring, our muse. Today's word announces the coming of the warm weather. You need a tip? It's a flower!" Read today's episode transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/episode-25-le-mot-mystere/
5/4/20214 minutes, 6 seconds
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Episode 24 : Prête-moi ta plume

Listen to an extract from a play, poem, novel, and much more! (level B2) “April is a facetious month since it started with the famous April Fool's Day! So let's make this month fun. Today we'll read few extracts from contemporary literature as well as a theatrical dessert to make you smile and even laugh!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-24-prete-moi-ta-plume/
4/27/202116 minutes, 1 second
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Episode 23 : Le verbe craquant

Learn a new verb and use it in your everyday life! (level B1) “Today's verb starts with 'B' like 'bonheur' and it ends with an 'R'. It captures the happy movement of children in play and it's the laziness that fills your batteries. Today we learn about BATIFOLER” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-23-le-verbe-craquant/
4/20/20215 minutes, 30 seconds
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Episode 22 : La bonne nouvelle

Listen to some good news from the francophone world! (level A2) “Today we bring you news from the gastronomic world. More precisely, three good news! If you are a fan of sandwiches, don't miss this one...” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-22-la-bonne-nouvelle
4/13/20216 minutes, 51 seconds
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Episode 21 : Le mot mystère

 Guess our mystery word based on its playful description! (level A1)  "When they come from fish they are the most expensive. The smallest come from hummingbirds and the biggest from ostrich. In April they are most festive because we love to paint on them and hide them in the garden." Read today's episode transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/episode-21-le-mot-mystere/
4/6/20215 minutes, 14 seconds
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Episode 20 : Prête-moi ta plume

Listen to an extract from a play, poem, novel, and much more! (level B2) “By now you are already familiar with Guy de Maupassant when we read his short story ‘La chevelure’. Today we have a text by the same author called ‘Au printemps’ with surprising storyline and a humorous ending.” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-20-prete-moi-ta-plume/
3/23/202119 minutes, 43 seconds
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Episode 19 : Le verbe craquant

Learn a new verb and use it in your everyday life! (level B1) “Today’s verb is how you know your dog is excited to see you, and it’s how the little fish swim in the pond. It is not only reserved for animals, we too can FRÉTILLER because we dare!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-19-le-verbe-craquant/
3/16/20214 minutes, 34 seconds
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Episode 18 : La bonne nouvelle

Listen to some good news from the francophone world! (level A2) “We have many good news today, but the theme is one: We wake up! Spring is finally on our doorstep to blow away the winter sleepiness and we are excited to share our many great ideas with you.” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-18-la-bonne-nouvelle-de-catherine
3/9/20215 minutes
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Episode 17 : Le mot mystère

Guess our mystery word based on its playful description! (level A1) "He appears with fine weather. His house is also his favorite dessert. Pretty little girls would love to have one in their hair. Chic gentlemen prefer it to ties. What is it?” Read today's episode transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/episode-17-le-mot-mystere/
3/2/20213 minutes, 49 seconds
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Episode 16 : Prête-moi ta plume

Listen to an extract from a play, poem, novel, and much more! (level B2) “We’ll be reading one of the most beautiful and passionate love letters from famous persons: Hugo, de Musset, Rimbaud, Apollinaire, Piaf.... To be enjoyed without moderation!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-16-prete-moi-ta-plume/
2/23/202112 minutes, 7 seconds
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Episode 15 : Le verbe craquant

Learn a new verb and use it in your everyday life! (level B1) “In the month of love we want to talk about love and how to talk to your love. How? Like lovebirds, of course. But you don’t need wings to ROUCOULER!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-15-le-verbe-craquant/
2/16/20215 minutes, 9 seconds
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Episode 14 : La bonne nouvelle

Listen to some good news from the francophone world! (level A2) “Inspire yourself to rhyme ‘love’ and ‘desire’, rediscover nature and bake that new dessert you always wanted to. Spend the perfect Valentine day with your cher/e, or with yourself!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-14-la-bonne-nouvelle-de-catherine/
2/9/20215 minutes, 22 seconds
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Episode 13 : Le mot mystère

Guess our mystery word based on its playful description! (level A1) "In February we love to speak about love. Today’s word is a part of all of us. A part that can be heavy and light, stone cold or warm… it can be big, it can be in your belly. When you follow it, it always feels right. What is it?” Read today's episode transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/episode-13-le-mot-mystere/
2/2/20214 minutes, 26 seconds
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Episode 12 : Prête-moi ta plume

Listen to an extract from a play, poem, novel, and much more! (level B2) “Come with us on a journey to the heart of the francophone poetry. Let us surprise you with our choice of poets and poems that reach our hearts.” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-12-prete-moi-ta-plume/
1/26/202111 minutes, 16 seconds
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Episode 11 : Le verbe craquant

Learn a new verb and use it in your everyday life! (level B1) “Today’s verb is one that you will rarely use, but you’ll love to! You can use it when referring to a doughnut dessert commonly found in Quebec, but you can also use it like Balzac did… Hmm, how can it be? Listen to our episode and start using CROQUIGNOLER today!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-11-le-verbe-craquant/
1/19/20214 minutes, 39 seconds
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Episode 10 : La bonne nouvelle

Listen to some good news from the francophone world! (level A2) “Join us on a virtual promenade in 10 museums that you can visit from your couch. We have something for everyone!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-10-la-bonne-nouvelle-de-catherine
1/12/20215 minutes, 12 seconds
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Episode 9 : Le mot mystère

Guess our mystery word based on its playful description! (level A1) "We love to buy it. We love to give it away. It is chic, it is warm, your grandma is happy when you wear it. Your truly best winter ally… can you guess what it is?” Read today's episode transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/episode-9-le-mot-mystere/
1/5/20213 minutes, 45 seconds
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Episode 8 : Prête-moi ta plume

Listen to an extract from a play, poem, novel, and much more! (level B2) “Amusing and smart Christmas tale ‘Le pudding de Noël’ by Charles Quinel. How a pudding and a whiskey can save your life.” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-8-prete-moi-ta-plume
12/29/202020 minutes, 17 seconds
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Episode 7 : Le verbe craquant

Learn a new verb and use it in your everyday life! (level B1) “This verb reminds us of those super-fun little sweets that sparkle in the mouth, and it makes us want to dance. Today’s verb is CRÉPITER” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-7-le-verbe-craquant/
12/22/20204 minutes, 31 seconds
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Episode 6 : La bonne nouvelle

Listen to some good news from the francophone world! (level A2) “In a few days we’ll be celebrating Christmas and we want to give you an original present: l'horoscope de Noël. Get ready for our fun & special Christmas horoscope!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-6-la-bonne-nouvelle/
12/15/20206 minutes, 39 seconds
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Episode 5 : Le mot mystère

Guess our mystery word based on its playful description! (level A1) "You can find it in the woods or in your fridge. It is the star of the forests and the desserts and the Christmas! It is one word for two things. Can you guess what it is?" Read today's episode transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/episode-5-le-mot-mystere/
12/8/20203 minutes, 37 seconds
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Episode 4 : Prête-moi ta plume

Listen to an extract from a play, poem, novel, and much more! (level B2) “In today’s episode we’ll read an excerpt from a short story by the famous French author Guy De Maupassant. The story is called ‘La Chevelure’ and it talks about a strange temptation…” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-4-prete-moi-ta-plume/
12/1/20206 minutes, 56 seconds
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Episode 3 : Le verbe craquant

Learn a new verb and use it in your everyday life! (level B1) “This verb was invented in the prestigious military school of Saint-Cyr by the soldiers who trained walking in the mountains and looked like toads when making quick jumps with their heavy backpacks… The verb is CRAPAHUTER, learn how it’s used today in this episode!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/episode-3-le-verbe-craquant/
11/24/20204 minutes, 4 seconds
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Episode 2 : La bonne nouvelle

Listen to some good news from the francophone world! (level A2) “As winter is approaching, replace your picnic basket with… hot soup! But that’s not what we’re here to tell you. The news is that now you can eat your soup and protect the environment. Listen to the episode to learn how and train your French listening skills!” Read today's episode transcript here : https://pretaparler.ch/podcast-la-bonne-nouvelle-de-catherine/
11/17/20204 minutes, 39 seconds
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Episode 1 : Le mot mystère

Guess our mystery word based on its playful description! (level A1) "I am made of plastic and fabric. I can be floral, checkered, with polka dots, or just plain. I sleep in your hallway, but outside I’m very romantic. What am I?" Read today's episode transcript here: https://pretaparler.ch/podcast-le-mot-mystere/
11/10/20206 minutes, 6 seconds
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Introducing Prêt à Parler, Le Podcast (Episode 0)

Isabelle, the founder of Prêt à Parler, tells you all you need to know about our Podcast and shares our Super Profs' recommendations for the best learning experience with us!
10/30/20207 minutes, 33 seconds