Duolingo French Podcast is a free French podcast for beginner and intermediate learners (A2–B1). Great storytelling for A2 to B1; no new episodes since February 2024.
Checked October 2026 on the official site ·
About Duolingo French Podcast
The Duolingo French Podcast tells true stories in easy-to-follow French, with English narration from host Ngofeen Mputubwele to keep you on track, and a transcript is linked for episodes. There are about 125 episodes; the most recent, in February 2024, were repeats, and nothing new has been published since. It suits a late beginner who wants interesting stories without getting lost. The English framing means it does not train you to follow French without help, and it is an archive now, not a live show.
How it compares
| App | Price | Levels | Real-speed French | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duolingo French Podcast | Free | A2–B1 | No | Great storytelling for A2 to B1; no new episodes since February 2024. |
| French with Amélie | Free weekly lesson; Premium $24/mo or $240/yr | B1–C1 | Yes, with a slow version and a transcript | Real-speed dialogues by email and a private podcast. Not an app. Visit |
Prices as shown on the official site on the date given; they vary by country and change often.
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Further reading
A longer guide on this topic from French with Amélie: read the guide.
