Leaves have started to turn color and drop from trees in Paris. The first crisp bites of autumn are settling in as we leave summer behind for la rentrée. Whether you’re sticking to télétravail (working from home) or getting back into the rhythm of commuting, podcasts are the perfect pick-me-up for working, traveling, or lounging around the house. Here are our seven favorite Parisian podcasts!
1. Dinner For One
Described as “a podcast about the healing power of good food,” Dinner For One is recorded in host Sutanya Dacres’ Parisian kitchen with plenty of insights, delicious food, and sometimes even a guest or two. Dacres began her podcast after going through a divorce from her French ex-husband after their move to Paris. Each episode explores life’s challenges, self-discovery, and the power of home-cooked meals to get you through it all. Pour a glass of wine, gather your ingredients, and cook alongside Dacres’ friendly voice. You’ll feel like you’re right at home with her!
Note: Most episodes are in English, but you can catch her speaking French from time to time!

2. The Feminist Book Chat Podcast
Originally an in-person book club hosted at Paris’ Shakespeare & Company, founders Lou Binns and Camille Lou expanded the book club to a bi-monthly podcast. They discuss a range of topics including feminist literature and intersectional feminist topics, from BIPOC feminism to queer culture and beyond.
Note: Most episodes are in English, with a few in French

3. Intime & Politique
Staying on the topic of feminism, Intime & Politique “tackles the roots of sexist discrimination and gender stereotypes” through audio documentaries. Each documentary ranges from four to six hours. Individual episodes last about 30 minutes. In its first season, Intime & Politique invites three activist directors to discuss the theme of “women’s sexual bodies” and aims to bring new discourse to the topic.
Note: Episodes are in French

4. Les Baladeurs
Adrenaline seekers and nature lovers, listen up! We’ve found the podcast for you. Les Baladeurs is an audio series, releasing new (true!) stories every 15 days. Follow along with host Camille Juzeau and composer Alice-Anne Brassac as they narrate real stories of people’s thrilling experiences in nature. Episodes range from an icy climb in the Celestial Mountains to an emergency mission in space.
Note: Episodes are in French

5. La Poudre
Twice a month, journalist Lauren Bastide invites writers, artists, researchers, and activists to discuss contemporary feminist and anti-racist struggles.
Note: Episodes are in French, but English listeners can enjoy several episodes on La Poudre in English. For francophone book lovers, La Poudre Lit offers three literary recommendations bi-weekly, examining topics discussed on La Poudre.

6. Change Ma Vie: Outils Pour L’Esprit
Chang Ma Vie is a personal development and coaching podcast. It gives you concrete and accessible tools to better understand your own functioning, resolve difficulties, and promote well-being. Each Thursday, new episodes are released on unique topics, like the tone of your inner self dialogue and the sense of shame we feel in uncomfortable situations. Listen up if you’re ready to dive into insightful topics and, as the name suggests, change your life.
Note: Episodes are in French

7. La Marche de l’Histoire
Join journalist and host Jean Lebrun daily as he delves into lesser-known history. From the tragedies that struck the world in June 1940, to the history of witchcraft, you may just learn something new!
Note: You can find numerous other French podcasts, varying in topics, on France Inter.
Related Links
- Looking for more French audio content? Check out our favorite French podcasts, songs and performances online
- Here’s a list of podcasts for those looking to learn or improve their French
- Check out October events in Paris: live & online
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