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The Medieval Walled City of Carcassonne

Episode #23 aired on July 4, 2014

Learn about the walled medieval city of Carcassonne with Annie and Elyse!

Canal du Midi

Episode #22 aired on June 28, 2014

Thinking about sailing the Canal du Midi? Or maybe just enjoying it from its banks? We think it's a great idea and we explain why in this episode!

Strategies for Visiting the Louvre Museum

Episode #21 aired on June 21, 2014

A visit to the Louvre museum can be the best thing you'll do in Paris IF you are prepared, learn the ropes, and follow a good plan. Annie and Elyse chat about the Louvre and Elyse shares her tip as a tour guide who's taken lots of people through this institution!

Albi and Toulouse-Lautrec

Episode #20 aired on June 14, 2014

Albi is definitely a place you should visit in the South West of France! Elyse tells us why in today's episode of the podcast!

A Primer on French Cheese

Episode #19 aired on June 7, 2014

On today's show we explore the history and culture of cheese in France. We discuss types of cheese and how they're distributed by region. French people are crazy about cheese and Anglos are often overly cautious about cheese. We're here to tell you to live a little! Try some scary cheese next time you're in France, after all, it doesn't even seem to make them fat!

D-Day History, Normandy Invasion Special

Episode #18s aired on June 5, 2014

In this special episode on the Normandy Invasion, Annie and Elyse remember the events of D-Day 70 years ago and the bravery of people involved. Elyse puts the whole tragic day into context: events leading up to it and a few details of what happened on that day. We share our experiences visiting the beaches in Normandy, the museums, the cemeteries. This is definitely a sobering and emotional topic, but 70 years later we should ask again: Are French grateful today? Is it genuine? What are you likely to experience when you visit? Did this day change the course of time?

Strasbourg, France

Episode #18 aired on May 31, 2014

Strasbourg and Alsace are such a wonderful part of France! Elyse takes us to the gorgeous region of Alsace--where she used to live--and we linger in the city of Strasbourg.

French Food

Episode #17 aired on May 24, 2014

Why are French people skinny? We wonder if it's because of their food culture and habits at home. In episode 17 of Join Us in France we discuss French food culture, what French people eat at home, French meal times, and the difficulties vegetarians and vegans may experience in France. Is it OK to be a little narrow-minded about food? Go to joinusinfrance.com/17 to find out, you will also find photos and a full transcript there.

How to Prepare for Your Visit to the Orsay Museum

Episode #15 aired on May 10, 2014

Thinking of visiting the Orsay Museum in Paris? It's a wonderful place, but it's usually crowded so you'd better learn a little bit about it before you go!

A Day Trip to Versailles from Paris

Episode #14 aired on May 3, 2014

Is Versailles worth the trip or not? Some people absolutely LOVE it while others think it's over the top. It is certainly an important part of French history and in this episode we give you tips on how to avoid the lines!