Short real-life stories to improve your Russian listening and speaking skills (for beginners and low-intermediate). With each episode, you'll feel like you've found a Russian friend who just loves to chat, making your language-learning experience not only effective but incredibly fun. But wait, there's more! Boost your learning journey with full transcripts, various exercises, flashcards, and text corrections for each episode: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prostopodcast/membership
Привет! Today, you'll meet my friend Andrey and learn about his typical day. Andrey works in an office, so in this episode we'll talk about his morning routine, his workday, and what he usually does after work. Join my Patreon and get the transcript HERE.
Привет! In this week's podcast, I talk about what my friends enjoy doing in their free time and share plenty of useful vocabulary and natural expressions you can use when talking about hobbies and free time in Russian.The transcript doesn't just include the text, but it also comes with listening activities to help you train your ear, improve your comprehension and pronunciation, and notice new vocabulary and grammar in context. Get it here: HERE.Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
Привет! Where would you like to live for a while?
In this episode, I'll share some childhood memories from the summers I spent in the countryside. Through this story, you'll learn the Russian names of some common animals and expand your Russian language vocabulary in context. A fun and natural way to improve your Russian language listening skills.If you're only catching part of the story then it's time to stop listening and start actually understanding. The full system is here: HERE.Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
Привет! There are so many myths, stereotypes, and unrealistic expectations when it comes to learning a foreign language. And instead of helping you, they often slow your progress down. In today's episode, I'd like to share my thoughts on this. Join my Patreon HERE.
Привет! Summer is in full swing, which means one thing: we're all talking about how we're spending our time and what we've got planned for the season. And that means it's the perfect time to review some of the most common summer activities in Russian. That's exactly what today's short story is for. If you're only catching part of it, then it's time to stop listening and start actually understanding. The full system is here: HERE.Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
Привет! You know that one of the main goals of my podcast is to share real Russian with you through authentic stories. Well, this time my dental filling decided it was the perfect opportunity to practice vocabulary related to going to the dentist.The listening practice is HERE.
Привет! Today's episode is all about colleagues and how to describe their personalities. This is the main focus of the episode and the key vocabulary I'd like you to practice. The trascript and listening practice is hereProsto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
Привет! Today's episode is dedicated to all hiking enthusiasts. Using the example of our “short” walk in a Serbian national park, you'll learn how to describe a trail you've hiked. The listening practice is HERE.
Привет! Today I'm going to share how much my taste preferences have changed recently compared to what I used to eat as a child. It's a great topic for learning how to say “picky eater” in Russian. In the worksheet, I also explain the less obvious meaning of the word “спокойно” and how we typically use this word - hereProsto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
Привет! Today I have a slightly cringe story for you that happened to me a few years ago. However, like any other story, you'll find plenty of useful vocabulary in it. The listening practice is HERE.
Привет! This week, I'm going to tell you about a really nice apartment where we stayed while visiting the Đerdap National Park in Serbia. If you're only catching part of it, then it's time to stop listening and start actually understanding. The full system is here: HERE.
Привет! Today's story is about how my friend is looking for a job. I've selected the minimum key vocabulary you need to talk about this topic with ease (though I hope you won't need it
Привет! This week, it seems like everyone was talking about the elections in Hungary. And it just so happens that I live there, so why not take advantage of it and practice discussing the topic of elections? It's always a relevant topic. The transcript is HERE.
Привет! Today's a short episode about my relationships with neighbors in my childhood. It's a great episode for practicing basic activities. The transcript is HERE.
Привет! The chance that you'll hear an episode about fishing in Russian is low but never zero! :D And today I have a short story about fishing for you.If this happens to be your hobby, or a hobby of someone in your family or among your friends, you'll find basic vocabulary in this episode to talk about it in Russian. Enjoy! The transcript is HERE.
Привет! Today I'm sharing a short story about how I changed my room/office, which means you'll hear how verbs of changing position work in real life. In the transcript, I also explain in detail the difference between verbs like стоять and переставить. This is a really important topic in everyday Russian, and it often confuses learners.Want to hear the full episode? Join me on Patreon for exclusive access. You will get:✅ Full audio + transcript✅ Key vocabulary✅ Exercises
Привет! Let's talk about quitting a job. In this episode, I'll tell you a few short stories, so you'll hear a lot of useful phrases related to this topic.
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Привет! Today's episode is about my visit to the zoo two weeks ago. I talk about the most interesting animals I saw there. The transcript is HERE.
Привет! I'm continuing the series of episodes that are as close as possible to everyday routine. After the gym (the episode is on Patreon), we move on to food delivery (which actually makes perfect sense! :D). After working with the transcript, you'll be able to describe the entire food ordering process in Russian: HERE.
Привет! The “My 2016” trend shouldn't pass us by, because it's a great opportunity to practice storytelling!
Привет! Today I'll talk a bit about застолье — a traditional gathering where family and friends come together around one big table to eat, drink, and talk.Want to hear the full episode? Join me on Patreon for exclusive access. You will get:✅ Full audio + transcript✅ Key vocabulary✅ Exercises✅ Anki flashcardsIt's time to take your Russian to the next level!
Привет! Finally, I can share a short story with you about my trip to Vologda. I want to say right away that the A1+/A2 label is very approximate, because the key vocabulary I'm sharing in this episode might be unfamiliar even if you're already at a B1 level or higher. I specifically chose quite specific verbs so that, regardless of your level, you can describe your travels in a truly interesting and varied way. The transcript and flash cards are HERE.
Want to hear the full episode? Join me on Patreon for exclusive access to this and other episodes. You will get:✅ Full transcript✅ Key vocabulary✅ ExercisesIt's time to take your Russian to the next level!
Привет! I'm very happy to share with you today a few items that are connected to Russian culture. In the transcript, you'll find a simple and clear structure that you can use to talk about any objects. The transcript is HERE.
Want to hear the full episode? Join me on Patreon for exclusive access. You will get:✅ Full transcript✅ Key vocabulary✅ ExercisesIt's time to take your Russian to the next level!
Привет! You know that I always talk about the importance of surrounding yourself with the language. But to do that, you need to be prepared — meaning you need to have the necessary vocabulary to, for example, watch videos on a topic that interests you. Today, one of those topics is yoga or Pilates practice. In the transcript, I've prepared essential vocabulary that will help you understand most of the instructions if you decide to do a practice in Russian! The transcript is HERE.
Привет! The holidays are coming, so it's time to talk about gifts. In today's transcript, the main focus is on phrases that will make this easier and help you sound more natural — even if you're still at A1 level. You'll find the transcript: hereJoin FREE Advent event here
Want to hear the full episode? Join me on Patreon for exclusive access. You will get:✅ Full transcript✅ Key vocabulary✅ Exercises✅ Anki flashcardsIt's time to take your Russian to the next level!
Привет! Have you heard about the quirks of how zoomers work? In today's episode, I'll share my experience interacting with zoomers at restaurants. It was… unusual.
Want to hear the full episode? Join me on Patreon for exclusive access. You will get:✅ Full transcript✅ Key vocabulary✅ Exercises✅ Anki flashcardsIt's time to take your Russian to the next level!
The transcript is HERE.
Привет! Today I'm going to tell you about the most romantic date of my life. The transcript is HERE.
Привет! In this episode, I'll share a story about three friends who are learning foreign languages. Along the way, you'll discover the difference between учить, изучать, and учиться - three verbs every Russian learner needs to know! And on Patreon, you'll find the transcript: here
Привет! Сегодня поговорим о здоровье после 30. Я расскажу о самых популярных жалобах. А в транскрипте вас ждут мемы, а также дополнительные фразы по теме. Транскрипт ЗДЕСЬ. https://t.me/prostospeakrussian
Привет! Have you ever experienced bad service in a restaurant? Such a story happened to me a couple of years ago. I decided to share it with you and also put together in one episode the key vocabulary related to ordering food. The transcript is HERE.
Привет! Today I want to tell you about how my style has changed. If you're currently learning vocabulary on the topic of “clothing,” this episode will be perfect practice for you! And on Patreon, you'll find the transcript: here
Привет! Сегодня я расскажу о своей татуировке. Если вы всегда мечтали научиться говорить о тату, то этот эпизод для вас. В транскрипте вы найдёте объяснения сленгу и жаргону, который я использовала в этом эпизоде. Транскрипт ЗДЕСЬ. https://t.me/prostospeakrussian
Привет! In this episode, I'll share the story of my friend Masha, who has been renting apartments for the past eight years.The main focus is on vocabulary you'll need to talk about renting: from finding a place and dealing with landlords to everyday life in a rented apartment. The transcript is HERE.
Привет! Did you wear a school uniform? In Russia, a new one was just presented and it sparked heated debates and even memes (конечно!). Some call it old-fashioned, others defend tradition. In this episode, I share my thoughts, stories from my own school days, and why I'm not a fan of uniforms.
Привет! Сегодня расскажу о музыкальном феномене, который активно обсуждали в рунете в последнее время. Транскрипт с комментариями и небольшой практикой ЗДЕСЬ.
Привет! In today's episode, I'm going to tell you about what a normal workday looks like for me (basically almost every day :D). We'll focus on different daily activities and some useful conversational phrases along the way. The transcript is HERE.
Привет! Today, I have a short story for you about a market. You will hear a couple of words that might be useful if you talk about your experience of shopping at a market, for example: продавец (seller), прилавок (stall), and торговаться (to bargain).
Привет! Сегодня расскажу о санатории, в котором я отдыхала весной. В транскрипте вы найдёте больше лексики, связанной с лечением и походом к доктору. Транскрипт с комментариями и небольшой практикой ЗДЕСЬ.
Привет! В этом эпизоде я делюсь личным опытом: почему я не могу изучать иностранный язык без погружения в культуру страны. А в транскрипте вас ждёт очень интересная практика, которая поможет рассказывать о вашем опыте. The transcript is HERE.
Привет! Today I'll tell you a little about the wonderful city of Pskov. I'll share a couple of interesting places I visited. And on Patreon, you'll find a short video from the city that I made: here
Привет! В этом эпизоде поговорим об уходе за собой и косметических средствах. Вы узнаете:Какие средства используются для ухода за лицом и теломКак описать свою утреннюю рутинуПолезную лексику о косметике и уходе за кожейТранскрипт с комментариями и небольшой практикой ЗДЕСЬ.
Привет! Сегодня у меня маленькая история о поездах. В апреле мы с подругой ездили в Псков. Мы выбрали поезд, потому что я обожаю поезда! The transcript is HERE.
Привет! In this episode, I share a simple story about my day with friends who live nearby. Get ready to talk about YOUR day: here
Привет! Сегодня я буду жаловаться на корейские дорамы :D В эпизоде много классных слов и фраз, которые мы используем, когда критикуем фильмы и сериалы.Транскрипт с комментариями и небольшой практикой ЗДЕСЬ. https://www.instagram.com/yulia.prosto.russian/
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