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French podcasts on Spotify

The French podcasts on Spotify worth following are InnerFrench, Coffee Break French, Journal en français facile, One Thing in a French Day and HugoDécrypte; we confirmed each show on this page is on Spotify.

Spotify plays the audio but rarely shows the transcript, so note where each show publishes its transcript before you start.

Checked October 2026 · 10 podcasts

Ranked list

1.InnerFrench
The best free archive for B1 listeners; finished in September 2026, so start at episode 1.
B1–B2FreeTranscripts: freeLearner pace
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2.Coffee Break French
The clearest free start for absolute beginners; switch to something all-French by season 3.
A1–C1Free + paidTranscripts: paidLearner pace
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3.Journal en français facile (RFI)
The best free daily news habit, with a synchronised transcript every day.
A2–B2FreeTranscripts: freeLearner pace
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4.One Thing in a French Day
Five minutes of real Paris life a day; easy to keep up, hard to outgrow.
B1–C1Free podcast; membership: see siteTranscripts: paidReal speed
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5.HugoDécrypte
The daily news French people actually listen to; B2 and up only.
B2–C2FreeTranscripts: noneReal speed
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6.Easy French (podcast)
Natural, funny conversation for B1 and up; transcripts are members-only.
B1–B2Free; membership from €5/moTranscripts: paidReal speed
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7.Little Talk in Slow French
A gentle bridge for A2 to B1 listeners, with free transcripts on Patreon.
A2–B1FreeTranscripts: freeLearner pace
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8.Passerelles
Thoughtful all-French episodes for B1 to B2, with free transcripts.
B1–B2FreeTranscripts: freeLearner pace
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9.News in Slow French
Well made and steady, but slow news is a long way from real speech; pay for Full Access or not at all.
A1–C1Free + paidTranscripts: paidLearner pace
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10.Duolingo French Podcast
Great storytelling for A2 to B1; no new episodes since February 2024.
A2–B1FreeTranscripts: freeLearner pace
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How we rank

We rank shows by who they genuinely suit at that level, how much of the listening is real, natural French, and what you get without paying. Every fact on a page was checked on the show's own website or feed on the date shown. Nobody pays to be listed or ranked. More about this site.

Questions

What are the best French podcasts on Spotify?

Coffee Break French for beginners, InnerFrench and One Thing in a French Day for intermediate learners, and HugoDécrypte for advanced listeners.

Can I read transcripts on Spotify?

Usually not. Shows such as Journal en français facile, InnerFrench and Passerelles publish their transcripts on their own sites or Patreon instead.

Are French podcasts on Spotify free?

Every show listed here can be played free on Spotify. Some keep extra episodes, transcripts or courses for paying members elsewhere.