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This time, our lesson relates to a DIY task that frightens off a lot people, that is laying tiles. Let’s start with a dialogue.
Lesson #: 211
Level: Intermediate
Since the launch of chatGPT in November 2022, everyone is talking about it. Some are in awe of its potential while others go so far as to say that it represents an existential threat. Let’s talk about this technological evolution in this lesson.
Lesson #: 210
Level: Intermediate
It seems we are inexorably headed towards a cashless society. It is not uncommon now for some retailers to even refuse cash payments. What are the consequences of this development? Let’s talk about it.
Lesson #: 209
Level: Intermediate
In this lesson, we will hear Bertrand’s thoughts on a book he has just finished reading. But we are going to discover that the book’s title isn’t really true.
Lesson #: 208
Level: Intermediate
People were starting to feel invincible. After over two year’s of covid, they were saying to themselves: ‘it’s over – we can get back to normality’. But covid is still circulating. Let’s start with a conversation.
Lesson #: 207
Level: Intermediate
After nearly two years, we are seeing a gradual return to the workplace. Working from home – travailler de sa maison – has presented both advantages and disadvantages.
Lesson #: 206
Level: Intermediate
Some people are early-risers while others are night owls. In this lesson, we discuss an adage which makes the bold claim that people who fall into the first category are at an advantage.
Lesson #: 205
Level: Intermediate
One of our Beginner listeners asked about the English verb ‘to get’ which made us think about prendre. ‘Get’ is just one of the many meanings of this multipurpose French verb, depending on the context.
Lesson #: 204
Level: Beginner
This lesson centres on an interesting initiative which should see manufacturers pull up their socks when it comes to environmentally-friendly products.
Lesson #: 203
Level: Intermediate
One of our listeners asked that we would prepare a lesson with some gardening vocabulary and that’s what we did, over WhatsApp! We have lots of interesting vocabulary to learn – let’s start with a conversation.
Lesson #: 202
Level: Intermediate