In centuries past, when a person's honor was offended, he would challenge the culprit to a duel. The last duel in France took place as recently as 1967, between two respected politicians!

Nelly will share a few tips to help you determine whether a noun is masculine or feminine in French.

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

Patrice and Sophie discuss Anne Hidalgo's contribution to the city of Paris. As mayor, she is a controversial figure best known for banning cars from the banks of the Seine. Many Parisians either love her or hate her.

Sandra and Marie continue their charcoal drawing lesson. Marie isn't afraid to get her hands dirty!

In this short French lesson, Nelly will explain the difference between leur and leurs (their, them) with the help of examples.

Sophie and Patrice will teach you the names of colors, from basic ones to the more unusual ones. For example, do you know what grège is?

Nelly goes over some useful phrases for expressing love, from telling a friend you appreciate them to promising your partner that you'll love them for the rest of your life. A very romantic video for Valentine's Day!

Sandra explains to Marie what materials are needed for charcoal drawing. Some you'll need to buy at an art store, but others you can find right at home!

Patrice and Sophie discuss how the city of Paris is getting ready to host the Olympic Games. There is the vexing problem of getting the Seine cleaned up in time for the swimming events. Patrice has some interesting tongue-in-cheek solutions for the athletes...

Nelly concludes her list of the ten most beautiful places in France, including Annecy, often called the Venice of the Alps, and Toulouse, the Pink City. Happy traveling!

Marie continues her drawing lessons with Sandra. Today, she is learning new techniques to convey movement in a figure. Next time, she'll need to bring her box of charcoals to class!

In this very interesting video, Patrice and Sophie talk about the problems and resolutions discussed during the COP28 climate conference. Sophie notes that participating countries not only failed to reach their goals, but are actually going backwards.

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.

Nelly shares her selection of the top places to visit in France, from the Loire castles, to the medieval city of Carcassonne, to the Riviera. Happy travels!