
”Parle, pense, vis en français et découvre d‘autres horizons”. Hello, I‘m Katy Beauvais, native French as a Foreign Language Instructor. I feel passionate about languages myself and I speak 5 languages. This podcast will be entirely in French as it‘s dedicated to Intermediate and Advanced French students. You‘ll immerse yourself in authentic French and I‘ll help you improve your Language skills in context, through comprehensible input, in an enjoyable, relaxing, creative and inspiring way. We‘ll talk about everyday life in France, French Language and Culture but also about language learning and travelling. Follow my everyday life in France on Instagram http://instagram.com/thefrenchinstinct/ Check my website for more info about my free resources or to get in touch with me http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ I hold a Master‘s Degree in second language acquisition, with emphasis on French teaching, and another one in Spanish.
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15. Souris et la vie te sourira - Smiling and the reasons why French are not very smily
In this episode we'll see why French people are not very smily with strangers and the cultural differences about smiling in France and other countries. I'll use a lot of phrases in context and we'll se why it is so important to smile. Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/11/27/souris-et-la-vie-te-sourira-podcast-15eme-episode/ . Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ .
14. On se tutoiera au dessert - Doit-on dire tu ou vous ? - Perfectionnement en français B1-C2
Choosing between "tu" and "vous" to talk to someone in French can be tricky. Which social rules do we need to follow ? Is "tu" always a lack of respect when we don't know someone? In this episode I'll give you some tips to know how to use "vous" properly in polite French and I'll also share with you my own exprerience as a native French and fun anecdotes as an expat in Spain where social rules are totaly different. Spoiler alert: comming back to French was not that easy ! Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/10/29/on-se-tutoiera-au-dessert-podcast-14eme-episode/ .
13. C‘est pas la mer à boire - Perfectionne-toi en français B2-C2
I'm back ! Summer is already over and I'd like to make it a little longer through this episode and to take you to the ocean with me, from the cost to the open sea. Have you ever noticed how much the ocean and languages have in common? Well, I'm sure you'll understand it as soon as you listen to this episode. Follow me on my virtual journey through language acquisition and get inspired learning languages while you improve your French in a relaxing atmosphere. I'll use a lot of phrases and vocabulary related to the sea and sailing that are used in everyday French. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/09/24/cest-pas-la-mer-a-boire-podcast-13eme-episode/
12. Les doigts de pieds en éventail - Vacations and benefits of bordom and lazyness - Perfectionne ton français en vacances B1-C2
This episode will be the last one before vacations. In this episode we'll talk about the benefits of being lazing and bored and the art of not doing anything from time to time. I'll use useful phrases and words related to that topic. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode script and notes : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/06/30/les-doigts-de-pieds-en-eventail-podcast-12eme-episode/
11. Ma cabane au fond du jardin - Cultural references and slang to understand French humour - Imrove your French in context -B1-C2
In this episode we'll play a very easy game which will allow you to be aware of the different meanings of a word and the importance of cultural references when learning a foreign language. You'll learn some interesting informal French and French cultural references that will help you understand better French humor. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/06/21/ma-cabane-au-fond-du-jardin/
10. La musique adoucit les mœurs - Benefits of music in our lives and in language learning - Improve your French in context - B1-C2
In this episode we'll talk about music and songs and their benefits in our lives, but also how music and languages are so similar and why learning languages through music can be more eficient. I'll be using a lot of phrases and idioms related to music and I'll share with you some French songs. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/06/16/la-musique-adoucit-les-moeurs/
9. C‘est quoi parler une langue étrangère? - What does speaking another Language implies - Improve your French in Context - B1-C2
In this episode, I'll share with you my point of view about what it means and what it implies to be able to speak another language. What do we need to know about Pronunciation, Vocabulary, Grammar? What about mistakes? Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/06/09/parler-une-langue-ca-veut-dire-quoi----podcast-9eme-episode/
8. Les secrets de la sphère - A guided visualization to learn more about ourselves - Improve your French in Context - B1-C2
In this episode, I'll share with you an interesting guided visualization and its psychological meaning. Be prepared to close your eyes and relax. Through this exercice you'll be able tu use your French skills in a practical way. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/06/02/les-secrets-de-la-sphere/
7. Un postier inopportun - Why it can be risky to talk too much and too fast - Improve your everyday French in Context - B1-C2
In this episode, we'll see why it can be risky to talk too much and too fast and how we can avoid some very embarassing situations when speaking. You'll hear a lot of phrases and idioms in context and learn some fun facts about French language an culture. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/05/26/un-postier-inopportun
6. L‘albatros - How to step out of our comfort zone - Improve your French in Context - B1-C2
In this episode, we'll see how to step out of our comfort zone to learn a language or anything else, through a very concrete experience. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/05/18/lalbatros---podcast-episode-6/
5. Vivre entre terre et mer - Discover France and improve you French in Context B1-C2
In this episode, I take you with me to show you our life in an amazing place in Brittany, where the limit between the land and the sea isn't so clear. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/05/11/vivre-entre-terre-et-mer---podcast-5e-episode/
4. Le mystère des chaussettes égarées - Everyday French - Improve your French in Context - B1-C2
In this episode we'll talk about a very practical topic: socks and why it so common to loose them. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/05/05/le-mystere-des-chaussettes-egarees-podcast-4e-episode/
3. Comment changer l‘ennui en plaisir - How to enjoy learning - Improve your French in context - B1-C2
In this episode, I'll share with you how I learned to turn a very boring situation into something fun and how it can aslo help you improve your learning experience. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode: https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/04/28/3-ingredients-pour-changer-lennui-en-plaisir-podcast-3e-episode/
2. Dormir à poings permés et progresser en langues - Learn French in context - B1-C2
In this episode we'll talk about what we can do to both sleep better and to improve our target language acquisition. I'll share with you interesting facts about French culture and my own sleeping routine. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode page : https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/04/21/le-sommeil-bien-dormir-et-progresser-en-langues-podcast-2e-episode/
1. Bienvenue dans ma bulle de français! Improve your French in Context with a Native Teacher - B1-C2
All the episodes of this Podcast will be in French as they are dedicated to intermediate and advanced learners. In this first episode I'll explain why I call each episode "a bubble". I'll talk a little bit about myself and I explain why and how it can help you progress in French. Support my work ! Let's get in touch ! - Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the info about my workshops, courses, with discounts for paying events - Support my work, get the transcripts, notes and more resources to learn more efficiently - Follow me on instagram @thefrenchinstinct to boost your French on a daily basis and be informed about upcoming episodes and work-in-process. An inspiring podcast in French, for intermediate and advanced students, by a native French teacher to improve your French in context, through comprehensible input and speak like natives. Un podcast en français pour apprenants intermédiaires avancés, pour apprendre le français en contexte, par une prof de FLE française. Perfectionne ton français de façon intuitive et avec plaisir. Si tu veux parler de l'épisode, obtenir la transcription et les notes, me suivre sur les réseaux sociaux et accéder à d'autres ressources gratuites pour apprendre le français en contexte, va vite sur mon site http://thefrenchinstinct.com/ . Direct link to this episode: https://katyslanguages.fr/2020/04/21/podcast-episode-1/