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France
Cultural Differences
Motherhood
French Cuisine
Raising Kids In France
Parenting Styles
Aix-En-Provence
Work-Life Balance
Parenting
Paris
Independence
Expat Life
Societal Expectations
United States
Friendship
Aging
Cultural Awareness
French Culture
Freelancing
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coucou is a podcast inspired by life in France, the things we’re taught to want, and the growing realization that there may be other ways to live. Hosted by Kimberly Wheeler, an American living in the South of France, the show blends honest conversations, personal stories, cultural observations, and all the little things the French seem to approach differently about work, motherhood, relationships... more

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After a solo trip to Paris, Kim is sharing the little cultural habits that suddenly stood out to her after three years of living in France.

From giant water bottles and coffee to-go to loud conversations, overscheduled weekends, smiling at strangers... more

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Kim is interviewing Sammy Royal, a Paris-based travel, hospitality and editorial photographer. Originally from New Zealand, she has lived in Paris for three years with her husband and two children.

Together, Kim and Sammy discuss how important it i... more

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After more than 20 years in corporate America, Kim shares the honest story of what happened when she finally stepped away from the career path she had spent years building. From Harvard Business School to brand marketing roles at Kraft, Victoria’s Se... more

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Do you find your mind racing? You might be falling into a mental trap. Kim is reflecting on the quiet mental traps that keep so many of us feeling rushed, stuck, and disconnected from the life we actually want.

In this episode, she shares six mindse... more

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Recent Guests

Sammy Royal
Photographer, travel/hospitality editorial photographer based in Paris
Freelance photographer in Paris
Episode: Conversations from Paris: Another Way to Live with Sammy Royal
Carlie Lawrence
An Australian who has lived in the US and moved to France.
Episode: How I Ended Up Here in France: Interview Series #1
Christine Cornetti
French tutor and entrepreneur who helps expatriates acclimate to life in France
Episode: How the French Perceive Americans

Hosts

Kim
Co-host of Coucou, regularly drives conversations with warmth and humor; central to episodes about expat life, motherhood, and cultural topics.
Isabelle
Co-host of Coucou, provides personal experiences and perspectives on life in France, parenting, and culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 150 ratings
  • I’m happy I found this podcast

    All the work trying to live a French style healthy attitude and life by using instagram and books - well Coucou seems to answer and explain my EVERY detail I wondered imagined clamored about. Many thanks for your well organized ‘talk’ - I’m a boomer and I love how so direct friendly and authentic the discussion on life for any Francophile 🩷🩷🩷🩷

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United Statesa month ago
  • I look forward to every episode

    It’s like sitting down with your friends and having a chat. Such lovely ladies!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    7NLF
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Big fan!

    Love it, just would love to hear full answers and less backchanneling/verbal cues in agreement. You two are doing a great job though!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    An expat fan!
    United States7 months ago
  • Kim-stop interrupting others!

    I love the content of the podcast but Kim’s constant interrupting makes it hard to listen to sometimes :(

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Grow-uppp
    United States8 months ago
  • New Episode

    Great episode with Christine! So interesting. Good to see you back. We’ve missed you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    French Mimosa
    United States8 months ago

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Many praise the candid discussions on motherhood and French culture.
Fans value authentic guest insights and practical expat advice.
Listeners appreciate the warm, friendly banter and relatable expat stories.
Some criticisms note interruptions during conversations, affecting listening flow.

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Conversations from Paris: Another Way to Live with Sammy Royal
Q: What advice would you give to listeners considering freelancing in a new country?
Start with small, tangible collaborations, build a network locally, push through language barriers, and embrace ambiguity while consistently putting work out there.
Conversations from Paris: Another Way to Live with Sammy Royal
Q: What has shifted for you in terms of valuing life and work since moving to France?
She highlights slower daily rituals, a focus on presence, and learning to take more time for everyday moments, meals, and the market experience, as opposed to the previous fast-paced career.
Conversations from Paris: Another Way to Live with Sammy Royal
Q: Tell us about your transition from TV production to photography in Paris.
Sammy explains how she fell in love with photography early, moved from TV to advertising, then gradually built a photography business after relocating to Paris, emphasizing daily practice, courses, and collaborations.
How I Ended Up in France: Interview Series #3
Q: If you had to do this move again, would you say you would absolutely do it?
Yes, but Maria mentioned she would have practiced more English with her youngest son beforehand.
How I Ended Up in France: Interview Series #3
Q: What advice would you have for anyone that is looking to move abroad?
Maria advises moving as early as possible for children's sake and considering the lifestyle preferences like skiing or food culture when choosing a location.

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What is coucou about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two French expat friends share candid conversations about life in France, motherhood, culture, food, and personal growth. Across episodes, topics span parenting styles, bilingual families, adapting to French life, entrepreneurship, and the social fabric surrounding dining and community. A notable angle is their warm banter, authentic perspectives on expatriate life, and emphasis on culture with a welcoming, relatable vibe that appeals to listeners navigating life abroad or curious about French culture.

A standout aspect is the focus on real-world parenting and lifestyle differences between France and other countries, plus guest perspectives from women living and building careers in France. For potential listeners or sponsors, the show blen... more

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coucou launched 2 years ago and published 47 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Carlie Lawrence
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