Louis French Lessons is a free French podcast for intermediate learners (B1–B2). Three-minute news with a translation; paused since June 2026.
Checked October 2026 on the official site ·
About Louis French Lessons
Louis French Lessons is a daily podcast of very short news items read in French, each followed by an English translation, with about 1,400 episodes since 2007. On 5 June 2026 Louis announced a pause, and no episode has appeared since. Its old website address now points to an unrelated site, so use the podcast apps. It suits a learner who wants a three-minute daily reading with a translation to check. It is not conversation, and it is on hold.
How it compares
| App | Price | Levels | Real-speed French | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louis French Lessons | Free | B1–B2 | No | Three-minute news with a translation; paused since June 2026. |
| 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.
