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Immersion in French language: Les Voisins du 12 bis

In a block of flats in Paris a small group of neighbours enjoy friendly relations. Billie, a young foreign student is welcomed by Rosa, the doyenne of the group.  She gets to grips with life in Paris with Zirek, a private car hire driver, Amir, a young florist from Afghanistan, Diane, Pierre and their three children.Les voisins du 12 bis, a bilingual radio story in 13 episodes for immersive listening to learn French in everyday situations.

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  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 13/13: Awa

     A missed appointment can be made up for forty years later... but another surprise awaits Rosa!
    13/02/2021
    08:15

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 12/13: Mark Constantin

     Billie has a lead! How to contact Rosa's first love?
    03/02/2021
    08:07

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 11/13: At the Forum des images (film centre)

     During the screening of a documentary, Billie makes a surprising discovery.
    13/01/2021
    07:45

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 10/13: At the No Mad club

     Billie is going out tonight with her friends. Be careful: the day after the party can be difficult!
    06/01/2021
    07:49

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 9/13: Diane volunteers at refugee centre

     Amir, surprise guest at Rosa's party, tells his story. Billie learns the truth about her boyfriend!
    16/12/2020
    08:44

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 8/13: Rosa's birthday

     The flowers and cake have been ordered: let the celebration begin!
    02/12/2020
    07:56

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 7/13: The maid's room

     When Billie moves to the 5th floor, she makes a surprising discovery: a well-kept secret from Rosa.
    25/11/2020
    08:18

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 6/13: To the Décibel concert hall

     Zirek is sick! Billie and Rosa try to send a message to Awa.
    11/11/2020
    07:59

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 5/13: At art school

     Zirek confides in his neighbours: he misses his family. For Billie, it's time to sign up for art school and meet new people!
    04/11/2020
    07:38

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 4/13: On the metro

     Back at 12 bis rue du Paradis by metro, Billie and Rosa take action to give Awa every chance.
    28/10/2020
    08:02

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 3/13: Looking for Awa

     A police check for Zirek, and news from Awa: Rosa and Billie make a bold decision.
    21/10/2020
    07:09

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 2/13: A mysterious delivery

     A postman in a hurry, a mistake in the address... but where is the recipient of the package?
    14/10/2020
    08:00

  • Les voisins du 12 bis, Episode 1/13: A chaotic arrival

     Billie's arrival at 12 bis rue de Paradis is disrupted by a transport strike and a medical emergency.
    07/10/2020
    08:16

  • 'Les voisins du 12 bis', new podcast online from 7 October

     "Les voisins du 12 bis" (The neighbours from 12B) is a new bilingual story for immersive listening to familiarise yourself with the French language. The first episode of the podcast will be online on Wednesday 7 October.   
    30/09/2020
    00:59
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Immersion in French language: Les Voisins du 12 bis

In a block of flats in Paris a small group of neighbours enjoy friendly relations. Billie, a young foreign student is welcomed by Rosa, the doyenne of the group.  She gets to grips with life in Paris with Zirek, a private car hire driver, Amir, a young florist from Afghanistan, Diane, Pierre and their three children.

Les voisins du 12 bis, a bilingual radio story in 13 episodes for immersive listening to learn French in everyday situations.