Justine Fanget + Quincy MacShane
Pardon our French
Bffs Quincy and Justine give the 411 on navigating their lives in Paris as twenty somethings. This space was created to speak candidly about their experiences moving abroad and all that comes with it, from being reduced to tears by the repeated phrase "ce n'est pas possible" to realizing some of their greatest dreams. Talking on topics like dating in France, culture differences, physical and mental health, friendships, bureaucratic obstacles etc. Are the french better lovers? TBD.
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Justine Fanget + Quincy MacShane
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Latest episode
May 21, 2025
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Episodes
S3 Ep. 18: Au Revoir Paris Ft. Christina Danielson 21.05.2025 48:56
Quincy and Justine invite their friend Christina, @christinadanielson on Instagram, to join their season 3 finale episode! Christina discusses everything from what drew her to Paris, how she got here, her best tips and worst dating story, as well as why she is leaving Paris after two years. Quincy is exceptionally absent, as she flew to the US to watch her sister graduate from college.
S3 Ep. 17: BMWs, Bretagne & a Birthday Bash 14.05.2025 27:12
Quincy and Justine catch you up on their weekend away in Bretagne for their friend April’s 30th birthday! The girls discuss their rental car experience, their day in Mont Saint Michel, and furniture man’s short lived reappearance on Quincy’s phone 👀.
S3 Ep. 16: Paris Under the Sun and Hail?? 07.05.2025 17:10
Quincy and Justine recount their “long” weekend, as May has the most bank holidays out of the year. The girls bopped around Paris in the sun and witnessed an hour of golf ball sized hail!
S3 Ep. 15: Tuscan Roadtrip, Married in Assisi, and the Secret is Out!! 30.04.2025 27:51
Quincy and Justine recap their Tuscan roadtrip across Florence, Sienna, and Montepulciano ending in Assisi for Nina and Brian‘s beautiful wedding. Oh, and yes, the secret is out!!
S3 Ep. 14: Printemps à Paris 23.04.2025 22:28
Quincy and Justine discuss all of their spring time plans with you! Spring is one of the best times to visit Paris which also means it's one of the busiest, tune in to hear about their upcoming activities.
S3 Ep. 13: When The Universe Aligns Ft. @dommymichelle 09.04.2025 40:49
Quincy and Justine invite guest Dominique, known as @dommymichelle on socials, to share how she arrived in Paris, and how she brings together her various loves of Paris, astrology, and perfume on her TikTok and Podcast, “This is Fine” on Spotify.
S3 Ep. 12: Life in Paris from a French POV Ft. @limitlesssecrets 02.04.2025 32:48
Quincy and Justine invite guest @limitlesssecrets, aka Ophélie, a French content creator, to discuss her experience moving to Paris from northern France and what inspired her to get into content creation!
S3 Ep. 11: Hermès Horseshow and Sephora Jail 26.03.2025 18:38
Quincy and Justine recap their experience at the "Saut Hermes" at Le Grand Palais over the weekend as well as their experience in Sephora Jail.
S3 Ep. 10: A Parisian Wedding, Provence & La Bise 19.03.2025 30:09
Quincy and Justine share the highlights of their week, including a girls night out to Crazy Horse Paris, an "Alabama meets Paris" wedding, and a weekend in Provence.
S3 Ep. 9: “I swear I’m not shoplifting!” 12.03.2025 29:09
Quincy and Justine go over culture shock moments they never expected when moving to France, it was fashion week (AGAIN), and they drop the destination of this year’s girl’s trip!
S3 Ep. 8: Let's Learn French Slang 05.03.2025 34:40
Quincy and Justine recap their night at the ballet and concert last week, and Justine quizzes Quincy on her "argot" (slang) knowledge.
S3 Ep. 7: "I lost my virginity at a 5-star hotel in Paris" 26.02.2025 29:08
Quincy and Justine recap their weeks, from navigating the ins and BIG outs of french doctors, to celebrating a friend's incredible 24-year sober anniversary and experiencing a real life ratatouille movie moment. The girls discuss 5-star hotel experiences in Paris and as the weather warms up and the sun shines brighter, they talk about how Paris (specifically Parisians) transform.
S3 Ep. 6: Galentines & Culture Shock 19.02.2025 38:16
Quincy and Justine recap their Valentine's weekend and discuss the American reputation in France as described in a book called "Culture Shock, France."
S3 Ep. 5: Saving Lives and South African Safaris 13.02.2025 44:53
Quincy and Justine catch up after Quincy’s 10 days away in South Africa. They discuss Justine’s heroic actions at the Jazz bar and Quincy’s Cape Town and Kruger National Park experience!
S3 Ep. 4: How NOT to Flirt With Us 05.02.2025 36:30
Quincy and Justine do “Hot Takes ! If you’ve ever wondered what it’d be like to be a fly on the wall in a room with us, well, your wish has been granted.
S3 Ep. 3: Becoming French with @coucou_emily 29.01.2025 33:20
Quincy and Justine invite Emily Jackson, known as @coucou_emily on socials, to talk about her Paris journey and becoming a French national!
S3 Ep. 2: TikTok, XXL Croissants & Jazz Clubs 22.01.2025 24:37
Quincy and Justine discuss the TikTok ban, HUGE croissants, and how they get through January gloom.
S3 Ep. 1: One of the Best Nights of Our Lives 15.01.2025 33:21
Quincy and Justine are back for an exciting new season! They talk highlights like the Versailles ball and visiting Quincy's hometown on the East Coast, while also discussing some bumps encountered along the road.
S2 Ep. 21: Season Finale in the South 07.08.2024 27:17
Quincy and Justine take the South of France and record their Season 2 finale full of unexpected surprises and picturesque moments.
S2 Ep. 20: Paris Olympics Opening Ceremonies 31.07.2024 25:03
Quincy and Justine discuss all things related to the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
S2 Ep. 19: Long-Distance Friendships 24.07.2024 26:46
Quincy and Justine talk about how they experience and work to maintain long distance friendships with loved ones back in the United States
S2 Ep. 18: Mosquito Net as a Top Sheet! 17.07.2024 31:05
Quincy and Justine are back from their girls’ trip and recount the highlights.
S2 Ep. 17: The Far Right in France 10.07.2024 24:54
Quincy and Justine discuss the political atmosphere in France and answer some other listener questions like why do the French smoke so much?
S2 Ep. 16: The Upper East Side of Paris 03.07.2024 28:50
Justine is back from Rome and in her absence, Quincy made several trips to the 16th arrondissement
S2 Ep. 15: POF Takes London 26.06.2024 17:05
Quincy and Justine sum up their weekend in London.
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