Louis French Lessons
Louis French Lessons is a free French podcast for intermediate learners (B1–B2). Three-minute news with a translation; paused since June 2026.
Checked October 2026 on the official site ·
Louis French Lessons is a daily podcast of very short news items read in French, each followed by an English translation, with about 1,400 episodes since 2007. On 5 June 2026 Louis announced a pause, and no episode has appeared since. Its old website address now points to an unrelated site, so use the podcast apps. It suits a learner who wants a three-minute daily reading with a translation to check. It is not conversation, and it is on hold.
| Type | podcast |
|---|---|
| Level | B1–B2 (intermediate) |
| Price | Free |
| Free to use | Yes, at least in part |
| Transcripts | None |
| Real-speed French | No |
| Taught in | French |
| Where | Apple Podcasts |
Verdict: Three-minute news with a translation; paused since June 2026.
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