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In Episode 97 of “Profiles in Franceformation”, Allison is joined by post-graduate student William McMillan. Originally from Minnesota, William first discovered France as a teenager, and his love for all things French eventually turned into an academic passion. He currently lives in Brittany, where he researches the use of France’s regional languages in schools and daily life, and shares on social media his journey of learning Breton. Follow William on Instagram and TikTok   @arminnesotad

In Episode 96 of “Profiles in Franceformation”, Allison Grant Lounes is joined by joined by freelance book editor and former Franceformation client, Kameron Bryant-Sergejev. After living in several different European countries, Kameron decided to make France her permanent home. Learn how she settled into Colmar, in Alsace, and built a life and community that was aligned with the lifestyle she had been dreaming of.

In episode 95 of "Profiles in Franceformation", Allison Grant Lounes is joined by Certified Wellness Practitioner Eliza Bacot.  Listen as Eliza shares how a once-in-a-lifetime year abroad with her husband and three children ultimately led to their decision to relocate long-term, and how raising her family in France has helped her gain new perspective on the true meaning of healthy living. Follow Eliza: www.theorganicsouth.com Instagram @theorganicsouth

In Episode 94 of "Profiles in Franceformation", Allison is joined by writer and love coach Dufflyn Lammers. Discover how a childhood promise to visit Paris - and a friend’s last minute travel cancellation - led to Dufflyn's life-changing solo trip to France, a long-distance relationship with a Frenchman, and her move from Los Angeles to Paris.  To take advantage of the special $100 discount on the Love Internationally All Access pass (as mentioned in the episode), click here and enter the discount code FRANCEFORMATION : https://www.dufflyn.com/Love_Internationally_Home_2025   Dufflyn's memoir YOU HAD ME AT BONJOUR will be released June 4, 2026 and available on Amazon from Rise Books (Simon & Schuster). You can learn more about her coaching services at https://www.dufflyn.com/ Photo credit: Miss Paris Photo.

In Episode 93 of "Profiles in Franceformation", Allison sits down with Your Franceformation's newest member, Emily Ravoire, who recently joined the team as Assistant International Mobility Consultant. Listen as Emily shares how her connection to France and the French language first began, and the journey that led to her ultimately settling with her husband in Toulouse last fall. She also shares her tips for making connections as a recent expat, and what she’s most looking forward to in working with our clients.  Follow Emily on LinkedIn

In Episode 92, Allison sits down with one of our Franceformation VIP retirement clients, Bret Graham. After considering several different regions of France for their relocation, Bret and his wife Karen decided to settle in Lille in 2022. Listen as Bret shares some of the unexpected challenges and delightful surprises of his life in Lille.

In this episode of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison sits down with international student recruitment coordinator Isa Nungaray. After initially moving to France as a business school student, Isa succeeded in relocating permanently through strategic planning and a lot of perseverance. Learn how she navigated the particularities of the French university system, the challenges of finding a job as a foreigner, and more.

In episode 90 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison sits down with former client Liz Oxhorn, who traded her political career in Washington DC for a new chapter as the owner of a communications consultancy in Paris. Listen in as Liz discusses the challenges of building a business in France, some surprising aspects of raising her young daughter in Paris, and how she cultivated the right mindset for creating her best life abroad. Follow Liz: On Substack Sonnet Creative: https://www.sonnet-creative.com/ Instagram: @petitevalise_

In Episode 89, Allison sits down with Elina Sarazetdinova, the founder of Tell Me Panda, a company that helps international talents achieve their educational and professional goals in France. Learn how a birthday trip to France led Elina to study abroad in Paris, discover professional networking opportunities, and eventually create her own business helping people reach their dream of working in France long-term.  Get Elina's FREE LinkedIn Diagnostic Here Register to Attend our Webinar with Elina Here Follow Elina and Tell Me Panda: https://www.instagram.com/elina.sarazetdinova/ https://tellmepanda.com/

In Episode 88 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison is joined by author and communications professional Whitney Cubbison. Originally from Texas, Whitney built a high tech communications career in California before eventually transferring to Paris in 2008 to work with Microsoft International.  She is now the published author of two France-themed rom-com novels - “Will There Be Wine?” and “Will There Be Love?”. Follow Whitney at www.datingdisasters.paris/  And on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook

For the first episode of our 2026 season, Allison is joined by culinary journalist and podcaster Emily Monaco.  After falling in love with France - and French cheese - during a year of study abroad in Cannes, Emily found her calling as a food writer and guide in Paris. She is now co-host of the podcast Fishwives of Paris, which serves listeners the real stories behind their favorite French cuisine. Follow Emily on YouTube @fishwivesofparis

In Episode 86 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison Grant Lounes sits down with Judith Benamran, who initially moved to France as a student and now has a successful career as a buyer’s agent in Paris. Listen as Judith discusses her transition through various careers over the years, the complexities of the French real estate market, and what makes life in Paris so rewarding.  Follow Judith : Instagram: @judithlisa.benamran LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/judith-l-benamran-0ab82ab

In Episode 85 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison sits down with The Rev. Michelle Wahila,  who moved with her family to France in 2012, where she now officiates English language spiritual services and ceremonies. Listen as Michelle shares how she created new traditions, built a sense of community, and learned to embrace the evolving nature of spirituality in her work with American couples getting married.  Follow Michelle : Website: https://ruffledbygrace.com/ Instagram:: @ruffledbygrace Facebook: Ruffled By Grace

In Episode 84 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison chats with Billy Potocnik, who moved with his wife Traci from Denver, Colorado to Nice, France in 2022. Listen as Billy retraces their journey from a canceled opportunity during the COVID-19 pandemic, to the creation of a successful yoga retreat business in the Côte d’Azur. Follow Billy : Website: https://www.billy.yoga/ YouTube: @billyyoga8846 Instagram:: @billyyogaworldwide Facebook: Billy YOGA

In Episode 83 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison Grant Lounes sits down with Doris Speer, the president of AARO - the Association of American Resident Overseas.  Topics of conversation include the differences between American and French work culture, the challenges of living far from family and friends, and Doris’ continued advocacy for the rights of Americans living abroad.  Learn more about AARO here: https://aaro.org/