Duolingo French Podcast Partir du paradis (Leaving Paradise)
Jul 9, 2019
Elodie Lauret's journey from the island of La Réunion to mainland France and her reflections on leaving home, exploring new cities, and embracing her island culture while pursuing a French master's degree in creative writing.
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Elodie's Dream to Leave Island
- Elodie Lauret grew up on La Réunion island feeling like an outsider longing to become a French intellectual.
- At 17, she planned to leave for mainland France, believing that was when her real life would start.
La Réunion's Unique Identity
- La Réunion is a French overseas region with a unique tropical environment and cultural heritage influenced by colonial history.
- The island blends French and Creole cultures, with distinct food, landscape, and active volcano tourism.
Elodie's Early Life Challenges
- Elodie grew up in an isolated part of La Réunion without electricity or running water initially.
- Her mother worked hard doing temporary jobs and built a home for Elodie and her brother under tough conditions.