The North American Francophone Podcast

Nov 03 2024 39 ep. 29 mins 51
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Join host Claire-Marie Brisson as she explores French and Francophone history and culture in North America!

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From Arizona to Harvard: A Law Student’s Francophone Journey - In Conversation with Micah McCreary

Nov 03 2024 38 mins  
In this episode of the North American Francophone Podcast, we dive into the journey of Micah McCreary, a third-year Harvard Law student with roots in Arizona and a passion for the French language. From his unexpected start in French studies at Arizona State University to his role as co-president of Harvard Law’s Francophone Society, Micah shares his experiences navigating multipl

A Critical Examination of the University of Toledo Language Program Cuts with Dr. Linda Rouillard and Dr. Ruth Hotell

Feb 28 2024 48 mins  
The University of Toledo's recent decision to suspend the French and German programs has sparked widespread debate. This episode delves into the impact of this decision with special guests Dr. Linda Rouillard, Faculty Senate President, Ohio Faculty Council Chair, and Professor of French in the Department of World Languages and Cultures and Dr. Ruth A. Hottell, Professor Emerita of

Beyond Poutine: Tim Beaulieu's Fight to Save French Education & Challenges to French Education in the US

Feb 12 2024 36 mins  
Tim Beaulieu, the founder of New Hampshire's beloved Poutinefest, and Dr. Claire-Marie Brisson, a passionate language advocate, join forces to explore the challenges facing French programs in schools from elementary schools to universities.Support the show

In Conversation with Pierre Lavoie: Celebrities, Migration, and Franco-Americans

Jan 09 2023 48 mins  
In this episode, Pierre Lavoie and Claire-Marie Brisson discuss Mille après mille: Célébrité et migrations dans le Nord-Est américain, celebrities, migration, and Franco-American culture.Support the show

In Conversation with Patrick Litanga, PhD and James Natsis, PhD

Dec 27 2022 44 mins  
In this episode, Claire-Marie Brisson, PhD dialogues with Patrick Litanga, PhD and James Natsis, PhD. Patrick and James are the hosts of the podcast Récits Francophones au Cœur de l'Amérique, recorded in Louisville, Kentucky entirely in French.Support the show

Season Two Introduction, The North American Francophone Podcast

Dec 12 2022 25 mins  
Join (now) Dr. Claire-Marie Brisson as she launches the second season of The North American Francophone Podcast! Published 12 December 2022.Support the show

An Interview with Dr. Nathan Rabalais - Author, Filmmaker, and Fellow of the Center for Louisiana Studies

Oct 27 2020 30 mins  
Tune in to hear an interview with Dr. Nathan Rabalais - author, filmmaker, and Fellow for the Center for Louisiana Studies - as host Claire-Marie Brisson asks about the many ways he has contributed to (and continues to contribute to) the North American Francophonie.Support the show

An Interview with Dr. Clint Bruce - Acadian and Transnational Studies

Oct 06 2020 29 mins  
Join Claire-Marie Brisson as she interviews Dr. Clint Bruce - Professor, Research Chair, and Director of L'Observatoire Nord/Sud at Université Sainte-Anne & Associate Researcher at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Support the show

Highlight on Texas: A Conversation with Ryan J. Wilson on Francophones, Francophiles, and Connections to the Francophonie

Sep 14 2020 33 mins  
Join host Claire-Marie Brisson as she interviews Ryan J. Wilson, Master's Candidate in European Studies at The University of Virginia as they discuss language, legacy, and connections to the Francophonie in Texas.Support the show

A Conversation with Ahdithya Visweswaran: Francophone Immersion Schools, Inclusivity, and Voice in Canada

Sep 01 2020 29 mins  
Tune in for a conversation with Ahdithya Visweswaran, student at the Université de Montréal and Chair of the Edmonton Youth Council, as we discuss his Francophone experience as a former Canadian French language immersion school student who focuses on giving voice and visibility to the Francophonie.Support the show