Sarah presents the Victor Hugo House on the Rue des Vosges in Paris. This prolific writer, playwright, and poet spent time there before being exiled to the Channel Island of Guernsey.

Serge Amoruso is an artisan extraordinaire who makes exquisite leather goods, from high-end bags to more artistic objects. Each piece is unique and takes anywhere from six months to two years to make.

Simon and Alice are fighting about the household chores. Who is doing what? That's a good question!

Simon and his mother are making pain perdu (literally "lost bread") or French toast. Listen to their conversation as they putter around the kitchen. In the process, you will learn a wealth of kitchen-related vocabulary.

Meet Tsuki, an adorable, playful dog who loves to play with the cats, even though the feeling isn't always mutual...

Simon and his mother continue their chat about dogs. They get annoyed with irresponsible dog owners and are pleased with the fact that dogs are now allowed in some stores.

Marion explains to Simon what she does to help the homeless. She is a volunteer for an organization called Les Restos du Cœur (Restaurants of the Heart), which offers provisions to unhoused and food-insecure people.

It's a beautiful day out, so Simon and Marion decide to go for a long walk. As they live in Paris, there's no shortage of things they can do along the way.

Simon and Marion want to visit a museum and are trying to figure out the best option. Which one will they choose?

Simon and Marion discuss bike traffic problems in Paris, which are exacerbated by the proliferation of bike rental services. Simon also explains to Marion how to use Vélib'.

Like many French people, Sophie and Alexandre are totally sick of the rain. Besides, Sophie always ends up with wet shoes and frizzy hair. Alexandre has some good tips for her.

September is a special time in France called la rentrée, when students and workers get back into the swing of things and possibly the dreariness of the work and study routine. Alexandre dreads this time of year while Sophie embraces it as an opportunity for starting afresh.

Sophie and Edmée discuss what they like and dislike about bananas.

Sophie and Edmée are studying medicine together. They share their thoughts on what led them down that path and what lies ahead for them.

Sophie and Edmée tell us what they have for breakfast besides the traditional croissant or pain au chocolat.