The Pardon My French Podcast
The Pardon My French Podcast tells the brave and heartfelt story of an American who traded the familiar for croissants, culture shocks, and a fresh start in France. Each episode explores the highs and lows of this new journey—from navigating language barriers and uncovering hidden gems to connecting with vibrant locals and embracing a completely different way of life. It’s a love letter to adventure, reinvention, and the courage to pursue the extraordinary.
Episodes
27 episodes
Part Duex, Baby
After a well-earned break, The Pardon My French is back! In this short & sweet season opener, I’m reflecting on Season 1, sharing what’s new, and giving you a peek into what’s coming next. New energy, new episodes, same unapologeti...
From Paris to Panic
What happens when your carefully planned next chapter falls apart?In this episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, Tiel takes you from an emotional goodbye to Paris to a chaotic, midnight arrival in London that turns into a full...
Signs, Manifestation, and Starting Over
In this episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, I take you with me to London, where I rang in the new year with my Godmother and experienced a series of moments that felt anything but coincidental.From navigating chaos and redi...
Same Chaos, Better Bread
A snowstorm is heading our way and it felt like the perfect moment to slow down and have an honest conversation.In this episode, I talk about perspective, boundaries, and what happens when a lighthearted opinion online turns into a full-...
A Year of Becoming
One year ago, I pressed record with no script, just honesty. In this one-year anniversary episode of Pardon My French, I reflect on the growth, lessons, and healing that shaped this space and changed me along the way.From learni...
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What happens when you leave everything familiar behind and take a leap of faith into the unknown? Welcome to"The Pardon My French Podcast", the podcast that chronicles one American’s bold, hilarious, and heartwarming journey of trading comfort ...
Fear is Loud, But Purpose is Louder
In the debut episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, host Tiel takes listeners on an intimate and inspiring journey of transformation. She opens up about her upbringing in Prince George’s County, Maryland, and how growing up in an environment ...
A Golden Moment!
I’ve officially landed in Paris, and the adventure is on! From a dreamy flight (hello, free upgrade!) to a sunrise over the Eiffel Tower, everything felt aligned. But reality hit fast—hauling three suitcases up seven flights of stairs (no eleva...
Culture Shocks & Coffee Shops!
Culture shock is real, y’all! In this episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, I dive into the unexpected—and sometimes hilarious—differences between life in Paris and the U.S. From lingering café moments to the ‘unique’ approach to customer ...
Travel Smarter, Not Harder!
In this episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, we're talking all things travel—because who has time for airport stress, overpriced flights, or lost luggage? Not us! I’m sharing my top travel hacks, from booking flights at the best prices to n...
Love Without Borders: My First Date in Paris
Dating in Paris? Oh, it’s a whole different experience, and I’m spilling ALL the tea! In this episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, I take you behind the scenes of my first date in Paris—how I got ready, what made this date unforgettable, an...
From Duolingo to Paris: How I Built Confidence Speaking French Abroad
In this episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, I’m sharing what it really looked like to prepare for life in Paris—before I even got on the plane. From paying for that Duolingo subscription (yes, I committed!) to practicing French in my Pilat...
In my "Soft Girl Era"
This week on The Pardon My French Podcast, we're closing out Women’s History Month with something close to my heart—stepping fully into your Soft Girl Era, especially while living or traveling abroad. From my morning rituals in Paris to the div...
Healing in Motion: How Paris Changed My Body & My Mind
Life’s been lifing lately—but your girl is back and better than ever. In this episode of Pardon My French, I’m opening up about the chaos, the reset, and how I gave myself grace during a hard week. Then we’re diving into my health, wellness, an...
How I Made Friends in Paris (Even Without Fluent French)
In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, Tiel gets real about the highs and humbling moments of making friends in a new city—specifically, Paris. From awkward coffee shop convos to Pilates classes taught entirely in French (merci for the trauma...
Hosting in Paris: Personalities, Petty Fights & Pure Magic
In this episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, Tiel spills all the tea on what it's really like hosting family and friends in Paris. From sister-friend spats over Disneyland to boat rides in Versailles with her bestie and late-night laughs wi...
My Favorite Hidden Gems in Paris (That Aren't in the Travel Guides)
Bonjour, mes amis! In this episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, I'm sharing my favorite Parisian spots that you won't find in typical travel guides. From a raspberry-stuffed croissant near the Louvre to a matcha haven with strawberry puree,...
This Is What Dreams Are Made Of!
From spontaneous flights to Rome to soul-stirring signs from my mom — this episode is a love letter to magic, memories, and trusting the whispers of “what’s next.” Grab a latte (or a glass of wine), because baby… we’re in our Lizzie McGuire era...
Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day, But I Lived a Lifetime in One
In this heartfelt, hilarious, and soul-stirring episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, Tiel takes you through her unforgettable first full day in Rome. From a divine Maritozzi pastry that nearly brought her to tears, to sipping espre...
Ciao Bella
In today’s episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, I’m taking you along on my last perfect day in Rome—and let me tell you, it was nothing short of magical. From indulging in pizza for breakfast (because, obviously), to sipping limoncello cock...
The Peace That Found Me
In this week’s episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, I’m reflecting on how coming back to real life after a dreamy Roman escape brought me something I didn’t expect — peace. From running along the Seine to rediscovering joy in my Pa...
From Mint Tea to Motorcycle Rides
In this episode, I’m taking you on a whirlwind Parisian night out that started with almond butter lattes and ended with mint tea poured from the heavens (literally). From meeting Jalil at my favorite coffee shop to diving headfirst into traditi...
The Art of Black Joy in Style
This week on The Pardon My French Podcast, Tiel takes you from the floor of Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s electric concert in Maryland to a Juneteenth celebration full of sun, spades, and champagne—poolside, of course. Then we rewind to the...
Vintage Vibes & Euro Finds
In this episode of The Pardon My French Podcast, I’m taking you thrifting through the fashion capital of the world — Paris. Discover my favorite budget-friendly thrift stores like Free’p’Star, Kilo Shop, Guerrisol, and more. Whether you’re into...