French Baratin
French Baratin is a partly free French podcast for intermediate and advanced learners (B2–C1). Real conversation between friends at normal speed; the best step up from learner podcasts.
Checked October 2026 on the official site ·
French Baratin is three friends discussing French society: a long episode on the first Wednesday of each month and short mini-episodes on the other Wednesdays, all linked to a monthly theme. They speak at a normal pace with everyday vocabulary and try not to talk over each other, and the show describes itself as accessible from B2 and suited to C1. Full transcripts and exercises are a Patreon bonus. It suits an upper-intermediate learner ready for real group conversation. It is too fast below B2, and without the paid transcript you are listening blind.
| Type | podcast |
|---|---|
| Level | B2–C1 (intermediate and advanced) |
| Price | Free; transcripts via Patreon |
| Free to use | Yes, at least in part |
| Transcripts | Paid |
| Real-speed French | Yes |
| Taught in | French |
| Where | Apple Podcasts, Website |
Verdict: Real conversation between friends at normal speed; the best step up from learner podcasts.
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Related podcasts
- Passerelles: Thoughtful all-French episodes for B1 to B2, with free transcripts.
- French with Amélie: Real-speed dialogues with a slow version and transcript; B1 and up, paid for the full thing.
- Easy French (podcast): Natural, funny conversation for B1 and up; transcripts are members-only.
Deeper dive
A longer guide on this topic from French with Amélie: read the guide.