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another way to live.

Honest conversations inspired by life in France about work, motherhood, relationships, identity, and everything that shapes a meaningful life.

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Inspired by France.
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I’m Kimberly, an American living in the South of France. Coucou is where I share honest conversations, personal stories, and cultural observations to help us all question the life we thought we were supposed to want—and create one that feels good to live.

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How French Women Achieve Balance

Spotify Episode

The Do’s & Don’ts of Learning Another Language

It’s been an exercise in patience, humility and getting comfortable with making mistakes, while recognizing just how rewarding those little breakthroughs can feel.

30 min

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The Art of Slowing Down

Spotify Episode

The Beautiful, Complicated Truth About Living Abroad

It’s a look at the beautiful, complicated reality behind choosing Another Way to Live, and why even the hardest parts can still be part of a life you’re grateful to have created.

31 min

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Rewriting Success on Your Own Terms

Spotify Episode

What America Looks Like After Living in France

After three years living in Aix-en-Provence, Kim returned to the U.S. for three weeks and found herself seeing American life with completely new eyes.

30 min

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Testimonials

Positive Fan Quotes

“Coucou is one of my favorite podcasts to listen to each week! Kim, I really enjoy all these topics you’ve been covering and I think you find the perfect balance between honesty and positivity!”

— Taylor T.
PODCAST: The Stages of Living Abroad: The Beginning, Homesickness & Finding Yourself

“I loved this episode! I want to save it for the times when I need a reminder to pause, observe and take in all of the goodness in my life right this moment. One thing about the prime years is that one might not actually be aware of when they happen – hindsight is such a wonderful thing isn’t it? Well done Kim for bringing this topic up and giving it such a caring perspective.”

— Marga M.
PODCAST: Are These the Best Years of Our Lives?

“Thank you so much Kim! I can relate so much with what you are saying although I live in Greece and I am a teacher. This inner struggle though is universal.

I’m so happy for you, for making the big decision and enjoying your life so much more. You and your podcast are truly inspiring!”

— spapastathi
PODCAST: What Really Happens When You Get Off the Corporate Path

“Bonjour! I am an avid listener of the podcast and love your work! Thanks so much for creating this! I just wanted to reach out because I don’t know if anyone else experiences this but Isabel’s voice sounds a lot quieter in comparison to your co-host. And so sometimes I have to keep adjusting the volume when each of you talk because Isabel’s voice is not the same volume. Maybe it’s a microphone issue? Either way, Happy to be a listener!”

— Shana K.

“Hi Kim! I’ve been a long time listener of Coucou and I just wanted to say that I’ve loved your French women series so much. I am French-American but grew up in Berkeley, California. Your podcast has really resonated with me not only as a French-American woman but also as an expat. I live with my partner (whom I met in France!) in New Zealand.

I’m not sure what’s next for the podcast but please keep going! I look forward to every episode.

Your posts and podcasts have really helped remind me why I moved abroad in the first place. I often find myself wondering if my partner and I should move back to the Bay Area in pursuit of higher salaries or more prestigious jobs but your posts always remind me of how much we gain living abroad and in a different culture.

Cheers”

— Sydney

“Yay! This is the only podcast I listen to 😂 Love listening to you both.”

— Ali U.

“Kim! I’m a frequent Coucou pod listener and I just wanted to tell you how much I love your posts and thoughts!! I am in my 30s with two young daughters currently in the corporate America grind trying to figure out what life is best for our family. Thanks for being so open about your journey ❤️ it’s really fun to follow and I’m totally living vicariously!”

— Jillian G.

“Hi there! I just wanted to share that I am absolutely loving your podcast. Thank you for sharing about your life in France!”

— Dr Emily Rea, L.Ac., DACM.

“Coucou is one of my favorite podcasts to listen to each week! Kim, I really enjoy all these topics you’ve been covering and I think you find the perfect balance between honesty and positivity!”

— Taylor T.
PODCAST: The Stages of Living Abroad: The Beginning, Homesickness & Finding Yourself

“I loved this episode! I want to save it for the times when I need a reminder to pause, observe and take in all of the goodness in my life right this moment. One thing about the prime years is that one might not actually be aware of when they happen – hindsight is such a wonderful thing isn’t it? Well done Kim for bringing this topic up and giving it such a caring perspective.”

— Marga M.
PODCAST: Are These the Best Years of Our Lives?

“Thank you so much Kim! I can relate so much with what you are saying although I live in Greece and I am a teacher. This inner struggle though is universal.

I’m so happy for you, for making the big decision and enjoying your life so much more. You and your podcast are truly inspiring!”

— spapastathi
PODCAST: What Really Happens When You Get Off the Corporate Path

“Bonjour! I am an avid listener of the podcast and love your work! Thanks so much for creating this! I just wanted to reach out because I don’t know if anyone else experiences this but Isabel’s voice sounds a lot quieter in comparison to your co-host. And so sometimes I have to keep adjusting the volume when each of you talk because Isabel’s voice is not the same volume. Maybe it’s a microphone issue? Either way, Happy to be a listener!”

— Shana K.

“Hi Kim! I’ve been a long time listener of Coucou and I just wanted to say that I’ve loved your French women series so much. I am French-American but grew up in Berkeley, California. Your podcast has really resonated with me not only as a French-American woman but also as an expat. I live with my partner (whom I met in France!) in New Zealand.

I’m not sure what’s next for the podcast but please keep going! I look forward to every episode.

Your posts and podcasts have really helped remind me why I moved abroad in the first place. I often find myself wondering if my partner and I should move back to the Bay Area in pursuit of higher salaries or more prestigious jobs but your posts always remind me of how much we gain living abroad and in a different culture.

Cheers”

— Sydney

“Yay! This is the only podcast I listen to 😂 Love listening to you both.”

— Ali U.

“Kim! I’m a frequent Coucou pod listener and I just wanted to tell you how much I love your posts and thoughts!! I am in my 30s with two young daughters currently in the corporate America grind trying to figure out what life is best for our family. Thanks for being so open about your journey ❤️ it’s really fun to follow and I’m totally living vicariously!”

— Jillian G.

“Hi there! I just wanted to share that I am absolutely loving your podcast. Thank you for sharing about your life in France!”

— Dr Emily Rea, L.Ac., DACM.