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Profiles in Franceformation

Allison Grant Lounes
France
Cultural Adaptation
French Immigration
Visas
Carcassonne
Real Estate
Integration Into French Life
Culinary Tourism
Language Learning
Travel
Brexit
Paris
Alpaca Farming
Residence In France
Full Proof French Visas
Relocation Challenges
Work Visa
Self-Employment In France
Visa Process
Parisian Culture

Profiles in Franceformation is the podcast where we hear from inspiring people who have pursued their dream of moving to France. We learn about why they moved, how they overcame the challenges they faced, and what they love - and hate - about living in France. I hope that hearing their stories can help you to pursue your dreams and maybe, your very own Franceformation.

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In Episode 86 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison Grant Lounes sits down with Judith Benamran, who initially moved to France as a student and now has a successful career as a buyer’s agent in Paris. Listen as Judith discusses her transition throu... more

In Episode 85 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison sits down with The Rev. Michelle Wahila,  who moved with her family to France in 2012, where she now officiates English language spiritual services and ceremonies. Listen as Michelle shares how sh... more

In Episode 84 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison chats with Billy Potocnik, who moved with his wife Traci from Denver, Colorado to Nice, France in 2022. Listen as Billy retraces their journey from a canceled opportunity during the COVID-19 pande... more

In Episode 83 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison Grant Lounes sits down with Doris Speer, the president of AARO - the Association of American Resident Overseas. 

Topics of conversation include the differences between American and French work cu... more

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Recent Guests

Doris Speer
President of AARO, an organization assisting Americans living abroad with various issues.
Association of American Residents Overseas
Episode: Episode 83 - Doris Speer on French work culture & the importance of expat advocacy
Claire Naughton
Writer and marketing consultant who moved to Paris as an au pair in 2018.
Self-employed
Episode: Episode 82 - Claire Naughton on Creating Balance Between Personal Happiness & Professional Growth
Janeen Sonsie
Breakthrough coach and admin for Expat Women in France Facebook group.
Episode: Episode 81 - Janeen Sonsie on Committing Wholeheartedly to Your New Life Abroad
Traci Tooman
Adventure travel company founder who moved to the south of France with her family
Episode: Episode 80 - Traci Tooman on Settling into a New Rhythm & Remembering Your "Why"
Rick Jones
Rick discusses his experiences of moving to France and his involvement with the community.
WICE
Episode: Episode 79 - Rick Jones on the Value of Creating Meaningful Connections
Janice Deerwester
Post-retirement expatriate who relocated to France
Episode: Episode 78 - Janice Deerwester on the Challenges and Joys of Embracing New Experiences
Andrew Guck
Real estate agent and passionate advocate for living in France
Leggett Immobilier
Episode: Episode 77 - Andrew Guck on Turning a Love of France into a Life You Love
Tadji Kretschmer
Travel consultant, photographer, and Your Franceformation client
Inseinely Paris
Episode: Episode 76 - Tadji Kretschmer on finding community, creativity, and a new career path in Paris
Sophie Hargreaves
Owner of La Petite Ferme d'Alpaga, a small alpaca farm
La Petite Ferme d'Alpaga
Episode: Episode 74 - Sophie Hargreaves on finding adventure and alpaca farming in Sanzay, Deux-Sèvres

Host

Allison Grant Lounes
Host of Profiles in Franceformation

Reviews

2.6 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Very informative

    This podcast is very informative for someone that wants to move to France (me) when it’s time I plan on looking to Alison for guidance

    Thank you 🤓

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmwilson1969
    United Statesa year ago
  • Not a voice for radio

    I really wanted to like this podcast as the premise sounded good. Some of the guests are interesting. (But I can’t say all are.) But the host comes across as immature and unprofessional. She has a squeaky shrill voice, sounds adolescent and uses “like” in almost every sentence. Her questions are shallow and often unrelated to the guest. She is unprepared, hasn’t researched her guests, nor even bothered to read a book that she featured, claiming to the author “it’s on my nightstand”. She pushes ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PasoNan
    United States3 years ago
  • Transphobic Business

    This business is openly and publicly transphobic, making hateful comments following devastating events in Colorado Springs.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Li88912709
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Don’t support podcasts that spew transphobia on Instagram.

    Pretty much what the title states.

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    1
    Blue moon e
    United States3 years ago
  • Don't bother listening to a transphobe

    Listened to the podcast until I saw the horrendously transphobic comments by the host using their professional account on Instagram after the Colorado shooting. This type of behavior is reprehensible. Don't bother listening to someone that's so full of hate.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Digitalfreaknyc
    United States3 years ago

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Some feedback highlights critiques regarding the host's interview style and perceived biases, impacting the listening experience for certain audience members.
A segment of the audience expresses support for the podcast as a valuable resource for navigating life in France, while others have voiced concerns about controversial opinions expressed by the host.
Listeners appreciate the informative and personal stories shared by expatriates, which resonate with those considering or experiencing a move to France.

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Episode 83 - Doris Speer on French work culture & the importance of expat advocacy
Q: What advice would you have for someone thinking of moving to France?
Doris emphasizes the importance of understanding one's motivations, planning for financial support, and the necessity of learning the language.
Episode 83 - Doris Speer on French work culture & the importance of expat advocacy
Q: Why did you move to France?
Doris explains that she wanted to start a new life and came initially as a student before returning with a career-focused plan.
Episode 82 - Claire Naughton on Creating Balance Between Personal Happiness & Professional Growth
Q: Tell me about your experiences with self-employment in relation to living in France.
Claire explained that she initially started freelancing out of necessity as she realized she did not want to pursue a traditional degree in France. Through networking and leveraging her skills in writing and marketing, she successfully established herself as a marketing consultant.
Episode 82 - Claire Naughton on Creating Balance Between Personal Happiness & Professional Growth
Q: So tell me about when you decided to move from Paris to Strasbourg and what was the trajectory of making that decision?
Claire mentioned that she enjoyed her time in Paris but struggled a bit to build community. The decision to move to Strasbourg was influenced by her relationship with her boyfriend, leading her to take a deep dive into learning French and starting her business.
Episode 82 - Claire Naughton on Creating Balance Between Personal Happiness & Professional Growth
Q: Tell me a little bit about what initially made you want to move to France and your story of how did you get to France.
Claire shared that although her childhood hinted at wanting to move to France, it became a reality when she met her husband while traveling. She decided to move to Paris for a year, partly to explore the relationship and partly for the adventure.

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Listeners can expect insightful narratives focused on the experiences of individuals who have transitioned to life in France. Each episode features guests sharing their personal stories, including the motivations behind their moves, the challenges they encountered, and advice for those contemplating a similar path. Notably, themes around expatriate rights, cultural integration, and practical advice on navigating the complexities of relocation in France are often discussed. This blend of personal anecdotes with practical insights creates a unique offering for those interested in expatriate life and cultural adaptation.

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Recent guests on Profiles in Franceformation include:

1. Doris Speer
2. Claire Naughton
3. Janeen Sonsie
4. Traci Tooman
5. Rick Jones
6. Janice Deerwester
7. Andrew Guck
8. Tadji Kretschmer

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