Catharine SCEATS
@francemadesimple.bsky.social
Long time French resident and now really feeling the part as dating a (beret wearing) Frenchman. What can I say? *shrugs shoulders in Gallic manner and drinks yet another petit café *
If you enjoy my weekly witterings about life in France on the podcast, you can show your support by buying me a coffee - or something stronger…!
Thank you - I really appreciate the support and it means a lot.
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Thank you - I really appreciate the support and it means a lot.
buymeacoffee.com/francemadesi...
France Made Simple
I’m the co founder of the Survive France forum which has been dispensing advice, debunking rumours and sharing gossip about life in France since 2009.I’ve been living and working in France since 2002
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February 13, 2026 at 1:16 PM
If you enjoy my weekly witterings about life in France on the podcast, you can show your support by buying me a coffee - or something stronger…!
Thank you - I really appreciate the support and it means a lot.
buymeacoffee.com/francemadesi...
Thank you - I really appreciate the support and it means a lot.
buymeacoffee.com/francemadesi...
Part 2 of my conversation with superstar chef Lucy about the trials and tribulations of being a British chef in France is out now. The link is below and I hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it!
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Cooking For The French!
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February 13, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Part 2 of my conversation with superstar chef Lucy about the trials and tribulations of being a British chef in France is out now. The link is below and I hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it!
open.spotify.com/episode/0BBF...
open.spotify.com/episode/0BBF...
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I’m chatting to Lucy about the trials and tribulations of being a British chef in France 😉
I’m chatting to Lucy about the trials and tribulations of being a British chef in France 😉
Catering Made Simple!
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February 10, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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I’m chatting to Lucy about the trials and tribulations of being a British chef in France 😉
I’m chatting to Lucy about the trials and tribulations of being a British chef in France 😉
Need to learn French - watch this!
There’s even an extra 10% discount if you mention the podcast- valid for 30 days!
Enjoy or as we say here, Profitez bien! #francemadesimple #french #learnfrenchlanguage #podcastfrance
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There’s even an extra 10% discount if you mention the podcast- valid for 30 days!
Enjoy or as we say here, Profitez bien! #francemadesimple #french #learnfrenchlanguage #podcastfrance
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How To Speak French - Fast!
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February 7, 2026 at 8:22 AM
Need to learn French - watch this!
There’s even an extra 10% discount if you mention the podcast- valid for 30 days!
Enjoy or as we say here, Profitez bien! #francemadesimple #french #learnfrenchlanguage #podcastfrance
open.spotify.com/episode/04iT...
There’s even an extra 10% discount if you mention the podcast- valid for 30 days!
Enjoy or as we say here, Profitez bien! #francemadesimple #french #learnfrenchlanguage #podcastfrance
open.spotify.com/episode/04iT...
There’s a new episode out and I’m talking about my top five reasons to move to France.
What about you - is it the food? The people? The countryside?
Let me know and make sure you follow France Made Simple wherever you get your podcasts.
Have a great day!
Cat xx
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What about you - is it the food? The people? The countryside?
Let me know and make sure you follow France Made Simple wherever you get your podcasts.
Have a great day!
Cat xx
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February 3, 2026 at 9:49 AM
There’s a new episode out and I’m talking about my top five reasons to move to France.
What about you - is it the food? The people? The countryside?
Let me know and make sure you follow France Made Simple wherever you get your podcasts.
Have a great day!
Cat xx
open.spotify.com/episode/2SND...
What about you - is it the food? The people? The countryside?
Let me know and make sure you follow France Made Simple wherever you get your podcasts.
Have a great day!
Cat xx
open.spotify.com/episode/2SND...
Tax returns - what you need to know! France Made Simple podcast will help!
February 2, 2026 at 9:12 AM
Tax returns - what you need to know! France Made Simple podcast will help!
Head over to the France Made Simple podcast (the links in the bio) and get a nice 10% off the fees should you decide to use Paul’s (excellent!) services.#francemadesimple #frenchtax #taxreturns #movetofrance #frenchlife
February 2, 2026 at 9:11 AM
Head over to the France Made Simple podcast (the links in the bio) and get a nice 10% off the fees should you decide to use Paul’s (excellent!) services.#francemadesimple #frenchtax #taxreturns #movetofrance #frenchlife
This looks really good and I’d really appreciate it if you’d give it a watch and then vote for it.
A good friend stars in the opening scene and another friend is involved in the production. Enjoy!
www.festivalnikon.fr/video/2025/1...
A good friend stars in the opening scene and another friend is involved in the production. Enjoy!
www.festivalnikon.fr/video/2025/1...
Nikon Film Festival - MARÉE BASSE
Soutenez vos films favoris sur le thème «La beauté» ! #NikonFilmFestival
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January 30, 2026 at 2:49 PM
This looks really good and I’d really appreciate it if you’d give it a watch and then vote for it.
A good friend stars in the opening scene and another friend is involved in the production. Enjoy!
www.festivalnikon.fr/video/2025/1...
A good friend stars in the opening scene and another friend is involved in the production. Enjoy!
www.festivalnikon.fr/video/2025/1...
Worried about your tax returns? Don’t be - listen to this! open.spotify.com/episode/2idE...
Three Top Tips For A Painless French Tax Return!
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January 30, 2026 at 8:28 AM
Worried about your tax returns? Don’t be - listen to this! open.spotify.com/episode/2idE...
We now have a small business listing category on the main Survive France site - well worth taking a look if you are in business in France / looking for a service!
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About the Small Business category
A place to advertise your small business if you have signed up for our SF self promotion package! Just DM me for details if you want to know how this works and list your business. Be as descriptive a...
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January 28, 2026 at 9:13 AM
We now have a small business listing category on the main Survive France site - well worth taking a look if you are in business in France / looking for a service!
www.survivefrance.com/t/about-the-...
www.survivefrance.com/t/about-the-...
There’s a new episode out and I’m explaining why I am (even vaguely!) qualified to talk about life in France. Enjoy!
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All About Me!
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January 24, 2026 at 8:28 AM
There’s a new episode out and I’m explaining why I am (even vaguely!) qualified to talk about life in France. Enjoy!
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French tax return looming? You need to listen to this ! open.spotify.com/episode/54Q7...
How To Complete A French Tax Return - Painlessly!
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January 19, 2026 at 5:57 PM
French tax return looming? You need to listen to this ! open.spotify.com/episode/54Q7...
It’s January and for many of us that means being short of cash before the month ends! If you need to move pounds or dollars to euros or vice versa, I highly recommend LUMON .
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You get a great rate plus fast, effortless customer service - have a great Monday everyone!
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You get a great rate plus fast, effortless customer service - have a great Monday everyone!
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January 19, 2026 at 7:27 AM
It’s January and for many of us that means being short of cash before the month ends! If you need to move pounds or dollars to euros or vice versa, I highly recommend LUMON .
bit.ly/3Xyz6lX
You get a great rate plus fast, effortless customer service - have a great Monday everyone!
bit.ly/3Xyz6lX
You get a great rate plus fast, effortless customer service - have a great Monday everyone!
Buying in France can be stressful, the system is very different to the US and UK & trying to persuade a seller to accept your hard earned cash can seem like an uphill battle!Listen in and discover how to make the process stress free.
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January 16, 2026 at 9:33 AM
Buying in France can be stressful, the system is very different to the US and UK & trying to persuade a seller to accept your hard earned cash can seem like an uphill battle!Listen in and discover how to make the process stress free.
open.spotify.com/episode/5d4K...
open.spotify.com/episode/5d4K...
There’s a new podcast out and we’re looking at all the different options you have when eating out in France. From the ‘menu du jour’ to Michelin starred restaurants, France has something for everyone and every budget!
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Bon Appétit
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January 13, 2026 at 7:21 AM
There’s a new podcast out and we’re looking at all the different options you have when eating out in France. From the ‘menu du jour’ to Michelin starred restaurants, France has something for everyone and every budget!
open.spotify.com/episode/7MY3...
open.spotify.com/episode/7MY3...
Let’s start the New Year with a bit of positivity! This mini episode is about getting the most out of France.
I’m also talking about the amazing French Property exhibition held in London this month - listen in to access your FREE tickets!
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I’m also talking about the amazing French Property exhibition held in London this month - listen in to access your FREE tickets!
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How To Make The Most Of 2026
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January 7, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Let’s start the New Year with a bit of positivity! This mini episode is about getting the most out of France.
I’m also talking about the amazing French Property exhibition held in London this month - listen in to access your FREE tickets!
open.spotify.com/episode/64U3...
I’m also talking about the amazing French Property exhibition held in London this month - listen in to access your FREE tickets!
open.spotify.com/episode/64U3...
If you’re looking for a French maison, then don’t miss this event! You can get your FREE tickets using this link ! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-french... #movetofrance #francemadesimple #frenchproperty
January 5, 2026 at 11:54 AM
If you’re looking for a French maison, then don’t miss this event! You can get your FREE tickets using this link ! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-french... #movetofrance #francemadesimple #frenchproperty
And it’s back!
For over 30 years the French Property Exhibition has been a ‘must’ for anyone interested in buying in France.
Whatever stage of the buying journey you’re at, this is an amazing opportunity - get your free tickets here!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-french...
For over 30 years the French Property Exhibition has been a ‘must’ for anyone interested in buying in France.
Whatever stage of the buying journey you’re at, this is an amazing opportunity - get your free tickets here!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-french...
The French Property Exhibition, London 2026
The French Property Exhibition, London is a ‘must attend’ for anyone who wants to buy a property in France.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
December 28, 2025 at 1:32 PM
And it’s back!
For over 30 years the French Property Exhibition has been a ‘must’ for anyone interested in buying in France.
Whatever stage of the buying journey you’re at, this is an amazing opportunity - get your free tickets here!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-french...
For over 30 years the French Property Exhibition has been a ‘must’ for anyone interested in buying in France.
Whatever stage of the buying journey you’re at, this is an amazing opportunity - get your free tickets here!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-french...
Happy Christmas everyone!!
Thank you so much for being there. I hope you like the latest episode which is out now, my Christmas gift to you - a quiz to see just how French you have become…😂
Enjoy!
open.spotify.com/episode/2BUm...
Thank you so much for being there. I hope you like the latest episode which is out now, my Christmas gift to you - a quiz to see just how French you have become…😂
Enjoy!
open.spotify.com/episode/2BUm...
The Christmas Quiz!
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December 24, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Happy Christmas everyone!!
Thank you so much for being there. I hope you like the latest episode which is out now, my Christmas gift to you - a quiz to see just how French you have become…😂
Enjoy!
open.spotify.com/episode/2BUm...
Thank you so much for being there. I hope you like the latest episode which is out now, my Christmas gift to you - a quiz to see just how French you have become…😂
Enjoy!
open.spotify.com/episode/2BUm...
The latest episode is out and I reveal what the French like to discuss…
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What Do The French Really Talk About?!
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December 15, 2025 at 7:21 PM
The latest episode is out and I reveal what the French like to discuss…
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Don’t miss the next episode - I’m discussing what the French really talk about…!
December 13, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Don’t miss the next episode - I’m discussing what the French really talk about…!
Grab your free tickets to the French Property show here www.survivefrance.com/t/grab-your-...
Grab Your Free Tickets Here
And it’s back! For over 30 years the French Property Exhibition has been a ‘must’ for anyone seriously interested in buying in France. Held over two days every January in London, the next one takes ...
www.survivefrance.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:31 AM
Grab your free tickets to the French Property show here www.survivefrance.com/t/grab-your-...
Renovating in France can be super stressful and spiralling costs only add to that stress. Watch this episode and keep the cost under control!
open.spotify.com/episode/7j5a...
open.spotify.com/episode/7j5a...
Keep Your Renovation Costs Under Comtrol!
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December 4, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Renovating in France can be super stressful and spiralling costs only add to that stress. Watch this episode and keep the cost under control!
open.spotify.com/episode/7j5a...
open.spotify.com/episode/7j5a...