The North American Francophone Podcast
The North American Francophone Podcast
Latest Episodes
« Bonjour, je suis là ! » A Michigander Reflects on Detroit at 325
In 2026, Detroit turns 325... older than the United States itself! But before Motown, before the assembly line, before the great fire of 1805, Detroit was simply a French word for a stretch of water: le détroit, the strait, the place w...
From Lyon to North America: Stories that Connect (Benjamin Turlay, OnlyLyon)
EN: A special bilingual conversation with Benjamin Turlay of OnlyLyon on representing Lyon in the U.S., fostering economic connections, and bridging French and American work cultures — with a look at the role of Francophone...
From Arizona to Harvard: A Law Student’s Francophone Journey - In Conversation with Micah McCreary
In this episode of the North American Francophone Podcast, we dive into the journey of Micah McCreary, a third-year Harvard Law student with roots in Arizona and a passion for the French language. From his unexpected start in French studies at ...
A Critical Examination of the University of Toledo Language Program Cuts with Dr. Linda Rouillard and Dr. Ruth Hotell
The University of Toledo's recent decision to suspend the French and German programs has sparked widespread debate. This episode delves into the impact of this decision with special guests Dr. Linda Rouillard, Faculty Senate President, Ohio Fac...
Beyond Poutine: Tim Beaulieu's Fight to Save French Education & Challenges to French Education in the US
Tim Beaulieu, the founder of New Hampshire's beloved Poutinefest, and Dr. Claire-Marie Brisson, a passionate language advocate, join forces to explore the challenges facing French programs in schools from elementary schools to universities.
