We're continuing our new series where we're interviewing guests to explore their journeys of moving abroad to France. You'll hear what inspired their moves, the challenges they faced, the biggest rewards, and of course - the funny and sometimes embarrassing moments along the way. Whether you're just curious, planning a visit, or dreaming of a move yourself, you'll find stories, insights and advice to guide and inspire you.
Our guest today, Claire Weiler, is a serial entrepreneur from Chicago and recently founded Madame Popcorn with her French husband in Aix-en-Provence, FR.
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Welcome to our new series, where we're interviewing guests to explore their journeys of moving abroad to France. You’ll hear what inspired their moves, the challenges they’ve faced, the biggest rewards, and of course—the funny and sometimes embarrassing moments along the way. Whether you’re just curious, planning a visit, or dreaming of a move yourself, you’ll find stories, insights, and advice to guide and inspire you.
Our first guest in Carlie Lawrence, an Australian marketing executive who moved to France with her husband and twin sons from New York City.
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Kim has a special guest, Christine Cornetti, a native French woman who has lived in Paris, NYC and now Aix-en Provence, France. Together, we're discussing the biggest cultural differences between French and Americans, the things Americans (and other foreigners) do that make them stand out and annoy the French and advice for those visiting or moving to France - all from a French woman's perspective.
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If you are considering moving to France and would like some help adjusting to life here, please reach out to Christine:
christine.cornetti@gmail.com
WhatsApp: +33 7 67 96 67 22
Here are some helpful books as well:
Au Contraire! Figuring Out the French by Giles Asselin
Demystifying the French by Janet Hulstrand
The Bonjour Effect by Julie Barlow
Join us while we discuss the positive benefits of raising kids in France. We're sharing our experiences around the cultural differences of how the French raise their children compared to the United States. We'll give our biggest takeaways around boundary setting, intensity levels, parent vs. child led experiences, innocence, technology and consumerism.
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Have you ever wondered what kids in France eat throughout the day compared to the United States? Join us while we dive into school lunch menus in both countries as well as cultural differences in what kids eat and how they eat. We also compare and contrast kid's menus at restaurants and the perception of snacking.
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It's interesting to look back on your life and think about what you wish you would have known. Today, we're sharing our insights about "what we would have told ourselves in our twenties" that we think is important for others to hear. Even if you're no longer in your twenties, we're sharing our perspectives from life experiences and living abroad, so come join us and share this episode with your friends and family!
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SHOW NOTES:
- Boat Rental in Marsielle: Le Don Du Vent
- Wineries: Chateau de Beaupre, Chateau de la Gaude, Chateau La Coste, Chateau Gassier
- Museum in Marseille: Mucem
Isabelle shares her big news! Join us while we dive into the differences in pregnancy and motherhood in France versus the United States. We'll compare and contrast our own experiences about having kids in two different countries.
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Have you ever wondered how the French entertain? We're diving into three of the most common types of French entertaining: goute´, apero´and dinner parties. We'll discuss the Do's and Don'ts of throwing a French dinner party and attending one. We cover everything from the menu to how to do a proper "sante´" (cheers) and what to expect.
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We’re exploring our top five favorite cities in France. These are likely ones you haven’t heard about or read about. They are less well-known, but truly amazing! Take a listen and share this episode with friends 😊
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
Les Goudes:
- La Baie des Singes
- Tuba Club
Lake Annecy
- Hotel et Restaurant La Maison Bleue (Yoann Conte)
Uzes:
- Hotel Entraigues
- Maison D’uzes
- Ten Restaurant
- Table d'uzes
Gordes:
- Hotel: Airelles Gordes - La Bastide de Gordes
Loumarin
- Restaurant: Le Moulin
Cote d'Azur (South of France/French Riviera)
- St. Tropez: Beach Clubs on Bouillabaisse Beach. Restaurant Tahiti Beach in Ramatuelle
- Cap Ferrat or Cap d'Antibes villages to visit
- Sanary Sur-Mer
- Cassis: Hike in Calanques Plongee
- Isle d'Hyeres (ferry to visit)
OTHERS:
- Burgundy
- Bordeaux
- Biarritz
Join us while we share our experiences of European skiing in the Alps compared to the US. We'll talk about the big differences (including lower costs!) and share what you need to know when booking a trip. We'll also give you our recommendations and advice. Don't forget to subscribe, rate & review and follow us on Instagram @coucou.pod
OUR RECOMMENDATIONS:
FRANCE
- Book ESF ski school for kids. Would recommend private lessons before the ski school if they are new to skiing.
Lower Alps:
- Serre Chavalier
- Montgenevre
- Oz-en-Oisans
- Club Med: La Rosiere
Upper Alps
- Trois Vallees (Val d'Isere, Val Thorens, Meribel, Les Menuires)
- Chamonix
ITALY:
- Dolomites (Ortisei - Val Gardena)
OTHER:
- Burgundy: Hotel Bellevigne
- Marseille: Les Bords de Mer
Dreaming about a girl's getaway to Paris? Join us while we chat about our favorite places in Paris from restaurants to shopping, don't worry, we've got you covered. Plus, we're diving into our reflections about this past year and how life abroad has changed our perspective. Don't forget to subscribe, rate & review and follow us on Instagram @coucou.pod.
PARIS GUIDE:
Restaurants & Bars:
- Mokonuts (fresh modern French food), Verjus Wine Bar, Takara Paris (sushi), Parcelles (modern French), Furia (tacos), Oobatz (pizza), Harry's (fun bar)
Shopping & Destinations:
- Le Bon Marche, Le Petit Souk (kids), Sostrene Green (party/home goods)
- Palais Royal
- The House of Dreams: Carrousel de Lourve
The holidays are fun and exciting, but can also be stressful. Join us while we chat about fun holiday traditions in France and how we make magic while keeping our sanity.
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Thinking of moving abroad? Take a listen to what we love about living in France, but also the reality of the daily challenges we face living outside of our native country (the United States). Join us while we discuss our own experiences including learning the language, healthcare, work, visas, cultural differences and values and our overall quality of life in France.
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Thinking of planning a trip to Europe? Join us while we share our tips and tricks on traveling around Europe with kids. Sharing everything from planning and packing to how to make the most of your trip and create lasting memories when you're back.
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Join us while we answer questions from our listeners. Discussing everything from mood and confidence boosters to balancing motherhood and womanhood to French vs. American children and where the French like to travel.
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work for yourself as a freelancer, consultant, influencer or entrepreneur? We're diving into our own experiences as women who have taken the plunge into this type of work. Join us while we chat about our own journeys - from how we got started to what we enjoy the most.
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Join us while we explore all of the vices. We're diving into the drinking culture in the US versus France. We also compare our observations on smoking and snacking. So many vices, so little time. What's yours?
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Discussing our current situations of how we struggle with people pleasing, listening to our inner voice and figuring out what we really want. Comparing the differences of this tendency in American women versus French women. Follow us @coucou.pod.
La Rentrée means "back to school" for the kids and champagne for the moms! Join us while we chat about the differences between schools in France and the United States. We cover everything from school schedules, supplies, orientation, the curriculum and lunch menus.
