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In this episode, we're heading east of Paris for the Champagne region! Only 40 min away by high-speed train and less than two hours away by car, we're live in the city of Reims, a city that got a lot more going on than just bubbly wine. So, pour yourself a cup of Champagne, relax, cook, exercise or whatever you're doing, and stay tuned!

In this episode, we're leaving Paris for Cabourg! Just two hours away, but a world apart, Cabourg offers an interesting getaway to enjoy nature, architecture and culture. So pack your beach hat, your flip-flops and maybe your inner movie star and listen or even watch us recording that episode from the sandy beach of the Grand Hotel. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we're kicking off season 2 called Paris on Pause. Today's pause from Paris is a tour on the east side of the capital to check out 3 towns: Meaux, Crécy-la-Chapelle and Coulommiers. If you like cheese, this is the place to be, but of course not only. Want to know more on these world class destinations?  Stay tuned! 

In this season, each episode means leaving Paris for just one day. Welcome to Season 2 called “Paris on Pause” of patpengscast®, the world as I see it®.  

I will present my experience about my visits around the city, and the sites you can discover like castles, forests, lakes, casinos, etc. and places you didn’t even know they were just an hour or 2 away from Paris by transportation. Paris is still magical... but sometimes, the best part of living here is how easy it is to escape. 

Just like Season 1, I'll be joined by guests who are ve...

The time has come to wrap up Season 1 of patpengscast®. Hosting this first-ever season, titled Pardon My Parisian, has been an incredible journey.

Over the course of 19 episodes, we’ve explored the many facets of our beloved city of Paris—from its iconic monuments and scenic river to its hidden gems, cuisine, transportation, department stores, music events, and, of course, the 2024 Olympics. All of this from the point of view of my guests and I.

A special shoutout to the Expectations vs. Reality saga, which became a massive hit acros...

In this episode, we’re taking a bite into French and Parisian cuisine, from the cafés and bakeries to the hidden quirks of daily eating habits. Home of croissants, crème brûlée, and Michelin stars, let's see how Paris and Parisians approach food in their everyday lives. Spoiler alert: it’s not just fancy dining and sophisticated pastries. Stay tuned! 

In this episode, we're on a mission to unearth the hidden gems of Paris, because let's face it, even the Mona Lisa has a secret stash of cheese somewhere in the Louvre. From mysterious alleyways to tucked-away courtyards, get ready to discover the city's best-kept secrets. Grab your magnifying glass and let's go on a treasure hunt through the streets of the City of Light. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we're diving into the magic of Paris in film and television, where the city of light isn't just a backdrop but a star on its own. From iconic rom-coms like Amélie to the glamorous streets of Emily in Paris, get ready to take a closer look at how directors, producers, and actors captured the charm, mystery, and beauty of the city. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we're hitting part 4 with the Paris Olympics saga with a more general kind of discussion post-Olympics, talking about the opening ceremony, the competitions and the gossips, the scandals! Oooh! As well as the closing ceremony. So grab your béret, and let's sprint into the wild world of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we’re diving into the extravaganza that is the Paris 2024 Olympics through my eyes as a Diving Volunteer, and through the eyes of another Volunteer working as an Olympic Family assistant. So without further adue, let’s sprint into the wild behind the scenes of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we’re still diving into the extravaganza that is the 2024 Olympics in Paris. In this segment 2 of Paris Olympics, we’re presenting the venues and we’re gonna be discussing about how Paris has prepared to the event, with our guests Louis and Teresia. So without further adue, let’s sprint into the wild world of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we’re diving into the extravaganza that is the 2024 Olympics in Paris! Picture this: the world's best athletes competing in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower, and Tasha, trying to pronounce 'Croissant' correctly. Spoiler alert: it’s not 'croy-sant.' Strap on your beret, hold on to your baguette, and let’s sprint into the wild world of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we're setting sail on the Seine River, the lifeblood of Paris. Now, before you start picturing yourself as a fancy Parisian sipping champagne on a bateau mouche, let me tell you something, this river has seen it all! From invasions to romantic proposals gone hilariously wrong. Let’s get our feet wet and dive into the beauty of the ultimate gossip queen of Paris. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we’re cranking the volume up to 11 for one of the most epic parties on the planet: La Fête de la Musique in Paris. Imagine if every street corner had its own DJ and every park was a concert venue – yep, it's that wild! So, dust off your dancing shoes, grab a croissant, and get ready to boogie. Stay tuned!

In this final Part 4 of the Pardon My Expectations saga, my 5 international guests and I finished our reality checking. This episode's topics are management of expectations, the Paris Syndrome and some Emily in Paris. Stay tuned!

In this Part 3 of Pardon My Expectations, my 5 international guests and I are still revealing what really happens when the City of Light meets real life. This episode's topics are expectations versus reality on Accommodation in Paris for tourist and for future resident, as well as the Habits of Parisians in the city. Stay tuned!

In this Part 2 of episode Pardon my Expectations, my 5 international guests are still revealing what really happens when the City of Light meets real life. This episode's topics are expectations versus reality on Food and on the Parisians themselves. Stay tuned! 

In this episode, we're tackling the age-old question: Paris - dream or reality check? Join me and 5 of my international guests as we peel back the layers of Parisian charm to reveal what really happens when the City of Light meets real life. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we explore the quirky ways to navigate the maze of Parisian streets. From the art of Parisian walking to mastering the metro map, join me with my very special Guest to know all about that. Stay Tuned!

In this episode, we're sham rocking our way through the streets of Paris as we dive into the Irish Cultural Center (2'20"), the Irish Community (12'45") and the Saint Patrick's day celebrations in the City of Light (23'40"). From baguette-baking leprechauns to Guinness-infused croissants, hold onto your berets, grab a pint and let's sham-rock and roll! Stay tuned.

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Ready to be whisked away on a Monumental Tour of Parisian Magic? From the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre and many others, we're diving into the world of Parisian Monuments as two of my guests and I see it. Grab your bérets and let's go!

Drop the bikinis and the sunscreen my Pengees, because who said Islands mean tropical? In this episode, we are taking a Bateau-Mouche ride to Parisian Islands, because why not. Who lives and goes there and to do what? And most importantly, how do my guest and I feel about each Island?

In this episode, and since it's the winter sales, we are going to explore Parisian Department Stores (Grands Magasins), by discussing history, location, type of clients, and the way they represent Paris in the eyes of my brilliant guest on the topic and mine.

In this first ever episode of patpengscast®, I kick the first season off, and talk about Parisian districts with a guest! We will mainly go through an overview and the structure of the city & the way my guest and I feel about each district.

I’m thrilled to present to you the first season. We are going to talk about the city of light, Paris, and discuss the way I see its points of interest and how other Parisians see them. We are also going to discuss some social topics related to Parisians themselves, and to the visitors of Paris. Emily, beware, you have competition because this is not a travel guide, this is the world as I see it®.

I’m Patrick, I currently live in France and I’m passionate about exploring the world. The Podcast is named patpengscast®, the world as I see it®. From its name, we understand that it’s about travels, things to do and things not to do. But not only, it’s also about understanding the place we’re talking about and how it works, who lives and goes there and who doesn’t and why. During the show, I can welcome guests who have their own perspective and experience of the place being discussed, and they could provide details that I may not have...