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