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C'est pas sorcier: documentary about coffee

Dive into the captivating world of the show C’est pas sorcier with an episode entirely dedicated to coffee. Follow its fascinating journey, from growing the beans to your cup. This educational voyage through science is an excellent way to share enriching moments with the family, with episodes available for free on YouTube.
A great opportunity to revive fond memories while learning together!

A cult show that tells the story of coffee differently

Perhaps, like me, you grew up with the French show C’est pas sorcier, designed to make science accessible to young people (and not so young ones!).
Out of curiosity – and no doubt nostalgia – I went exploring YouTube to rediscover a few episodes… and felt compelled to share this moment with you.

Iconic truck from the show C'est pas sorcier
The famous truck of Fred, Jamy and Sabine in C'est pas sorcier

The chosen episode reveals the entire journey of coffee:

  • Harvesting coffee cherries
  • Washing and processing the beans
  • Roasting and blending
  • Preparation in the cup

A brief detour through the history of coffee opens the documentary, before taking you to the heart of a coffee plantation to observe the processing of cherries — a true artisanal craft.

If you want to introduce your children (or simply revisit your memories), France 3 has made available free and legally on YouTube all the episodes of C’est pas sorcier.
An official channel filled with fascinating documentaries on various themes, perfect for learning while having fun.

Tip
Tip: watch this episode with your family and accompany it with a coffee tasting. An excellent way to combine scientific discovery and sensory pleasure.