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In Russian From Afar

Here we talk in Russian about life abroad in different countries, cultural differences, learning languages, and much more. Stick with us, if you want improve your Russian listening skills and listen to interesting stories of people from all over the world.
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#28 - A2 - А что если мы ограбим банк? (Part 1) | StoryTime

Two good friends go on vacation to Vietnam. What could possibly go wrong? In today's episode you will listen to the story about Slava and Andrei, who decided to rob the bank. Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make you got everything right ;) Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT and questions ! If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Or you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook o...

Dec 20, 202015 min

#27 - Стереотипы о немцах

Do Germans really as punctual as we think? What is the best place to live in Germany? And how often do they drink beer? In today's episode Florian tells us about his fatherland, Germany, the country of order and nude beaches. Listen to episode, to find out the answer on these questions :) Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Time points: 02:03 - Getting to know Florian; 06:38 - Why did Florian start to study Russian; 14:10 - What is the most difficult in learn...

Dec 06, 20201 hr 18 minEp. 12

#26 - B1 - Forrest Gump | Talking about the movie in Russian

Today's episode is dedicated to Winston Groom, the creator of the novel about Forrest Gump. Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make you got everything right ;) Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT and vocabulary list ! If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Or you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page. Support us on Patreon . If you want to study Russian with S...

Nov 14, 202013 min

#25 - A2 - Lumen - Гореть | Russian Song Explained

We start a new series : Russian Song Explained In this series, we will break apart the songs, paying attention to vocabulary, grammar and meaning of it. In today's episode we will listen to the cover of a song Lumen - Гореть, by Polina Poliakova (you can check out her Youtube here) Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make you got everything right ;) Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT and translation ! If you have any questions,...

Nov 06, 202026 min

#24 - A2 - Russian Scary Stories | Halloween Special

Happy Halloween to all Russian learners! In today's episode Sergey will share with you 3 scary story which used to scare all little pioneers in their summer camps :) Enjoy holiday and acquire Russian at the same time! Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make you got everything right ;) Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT and vocabulary list ! If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Or y...

Oct 31, 20209 min

#23 - Ароматы Малайзии

What is the best thing you can come to Malaysia for? How tolerant people to other religions? And how do Malaysians express their emotions? In today's episode Regina tells us about Malaysia, the country of three cultures. Listen to episode, to find out the answer on these questions :) Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT for FREE! Time points: 3:27 - Regina's story; 07:11 -How Regina ended up in Malaysia; 10:39 - Malaysian accent; 12:30 - Fo...

Oct 23, 202058 minEp. 11

#22 - B1 - Harry Potter and Philosopher's Stone | Talking about the movie in Russian

We continue our series , where we talk about films in Russian. And in today's episode we come to the first part of the epic magical saga : "Harry Potter and Philosopher's Stone". If you grew up with Potter and his friends, then you would probably pick up many words by listening to this episode! Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make you got everything right ;) Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT and vocabulary list ! If you ha...

Oct 17, 202013 min

#21 - Мексиканская мечта

When can you swim by the crocodile house? Where can you find best Tacos in Mexico? Who are the real mexicans? In today's episode Denis tells us about Mexico and why he believes it's the best country to live in! Listen to episode, to find out the answer on these questions :) Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT ! Recommedations: To read about the youngest volcano . Time points: 3:31 - Denis' story; 09:21 -FOOD; 19:10 - Mexican people; 26:42 ...

Oct 09, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 10

#20 - А1 - How to talk about your Hobbies in Russian

In today's episode Sergey and Tereza will show you the ways how can you ask and answer about your leasure activities. Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. To see full list the transcript of dialogues and phrases, click HERE . If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Or you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook and Instagram page. Support us on Patreon . If you want to study Russian with Sergey If you want to stu...

Oct 02, 202038 min

#19 - Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom | Talking about the movie in Russian

Have you ever seen how Indiana Jones speaking Russian? What is the "real" name of a Short Round in Russian? In today's episode we are going to listen the summary of the movie "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom" in Russian. If you are a big fan of Indie as much as I am, then you would probably pick up many words by listening to this episode! Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make you got everything right ;) Download TRANSCRIPT and vocabulary list ! If you have any questions, you c...

Sep 25, 202010 min

#18 - A2 - The Ultimate Russian Slang Episode

If you want to express yourself like a real Russian, and don't want to sound like an outsider, this podcast is for you! In today's episode Sergey and Tereza will show you how to use different slang words in order to sound like a native. Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. To see full list of words and script from dialogues, click HERE . If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Or you can send DM or leave comment on ou...

Sep 18, 202056 min

#17 - Японские Пожарные

Why japanese fireman were allowed to have tattoos? Where does Ramen originally come from? And why the father of former Japanese prime-minister was buried in Russia? In today's episode Vlad tells us about Japan and why did he decide to dedicate a big part of his life to Japanese language! Listen to episode, to find out the answer on these questions :) Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT ! Recommedations: Japanese firefighters: picture1 and ...

Sep 11, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 9

#16 - A1 - How to express your likes and dislikes in Russian

We always like to tell to other people what brings joy to us, what we don't care about or what do we hate. But how to do it in Russian? In today's episode Sergey and Tereza will show you different ways how to express your likes and dislikes in Russian. Поехали! Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Recommendation: Great website for in-contex translation. If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Or you can send DM or lea...

Sep 04, 202038 min

#15 - Невероятные Ирландцы

What is common between the Irishman and Siberian? How religion tolerate the LGBT? And why is it cool to be in Ireland during the pandemic? In today's episode Lera tells us about her life in Ireland and how much she love except for one thing! Can you guess what's that? Listen to episode, to find out the answer on these questions :) Check the attachment for the transcript of the episode. Recommedations: Foil Arms and Hog - Irish Comedy Trio Download TRANSCRIPT ! Time points: 1:30 - Lera's story; 1...

Aug 28, 202049 minEp. 8

#14 - B1 - What I miss, while living in Vietnam

Have you ever felt like, even if you live in a "paradise", you still thinking about your home? In today's episode, I will share with you about 10 things that I miss from my motherland. Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Time points: 2:33 - Kvas; 4:30 - Season change; 7:40 - Sibirian nature; 8:51 - Baikal; https://pixabay.com/images/id-2103028/ https://pixabay.com/images/id-1681161/ 11:20 - Banya; 13:07 - Cultural events; 15:00 - Berries; 16:58 - Hiking and c...

Aug 21, 202026 min

#13 - Южно-Индийский Микс

Things went south... south-indian, with my friend from Tamil Nadu.... Шутка! Just kidding! In today's episode we are going to meet Suseen, who is going to tell about life in Southern India, how much Russians people and Indian are similuar and of course, spicy food! Stay tuned! Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT ! Time points: 3:59 - Suseen's story; 9:33 - What's difficult in learning Russian; 12:02 - What does Suseen love about South-Indi...

Aug 15, 202049 minEp. 7

#12 - A1 - How to have a "Small Talk" in Russian

Have you heard that Russian hate small talks, and only talk about science, literature and philosophy? Well, in this episode we are smashing this stereotype and teaching you how to have a small talk with your friends in Russian. With me, my new co-host, my AMAZING student, Tereza! With her we will demonstrate you 3 dialogues. We will break it apart for you, so you can just listen, relax and enjoy ! Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. If you have any questions,...

Aug 07, 202046 min

#11 - Назад в Кыргызтан

Reverse migration, astonishing mountains and pilaf - welcome to Kyrgyzstan! Today we meet Ada who will tell us about why it's difficult for Kyrgyz people to come back home, what is it like to grow up as a trilingual, and why your next holiday should be in her motherland. Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Download TRANSCRIPT ! Time points: 1:34 - Ada's story; 11:12 - How did Ada learn Russian; 20:17 - What does Ada love about Kyrgyzstan; 29:15 - How Ada move...

Jul 31, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 6

#10 - B1 - 13 вещей, которые шокировали меня во Вьетнаме

I will share about 13 shocking experiences, that I had in Vietnam, when I just came here 6 years ago. Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Time points: 1:47 - The Architecture; 2:58 - Dog meat; 3:51 - Vietnamese language; 4:57 - Vegetarian restaurants; 5:43 - Coffee; 6:21 - Money; 6:54 - De ja vu; 7:34 - Sacred Bread; 8:41 - Vietnamese Ninja; 9:31 - Siesta; 10:08 - Sprinkling water; 10:51 - Trash; 11:45 - Feeling cold; If you have any questions, you can send u...

Jul 23, 202014 min

#9 - Польский патриот, который любит Россию

Our first non-native Russian speaker, Pawel, will tell us about his story of losing the Russian language, and finding it way back to it after 20 years. Also Pawel shares with us his difficulties as a Polish native speaker in learning Russian. Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Time points: 1:20 - Pawel's story; 14:19 - What is the hardest part in learning Russian for Pawel; 17:47 - What does Pawel love and hate about Poland; 33:07 - What are the differences ...

Jul 16, 202047 minEp. 5

#8 - A1 - Story about the Rabbit | Part 2 | TPRS

Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Привет ребят! Hope you all doing great during this boiling hot weather, and taking advantage of the situation by learning Russian ;) This episode continues the story about the Rabbit, who is in love with his carrot! If you haven't heard the previous episode, or you forgot some vocab, check it out here More on TPRS Steps: Listen to the story. (don't read the vocab nor the transcript) Read the vocabulary. Listen to the story ...

Jul 09, 20209 min

#7 - Пражские трамвайчики

Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Time points: 1:06 - Lena's story; 12:01 - What does Lena love about Czechia; 24:15 - Czech Food; 32:03 - What does Lena dislike about Czechia; 38:57 - What's the difference between Czech and Russian people; If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Or you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page. Support us on Patreon . If you want to study Russian with Sergey...

Jul 02, 202049 minEp. 4

#6 - A1 - Story about the Rabbit | Part 1 | TPRS

Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Привет ребят! Hope you all doing well during this crazy time, and taking advatage of the situation by learning Russian ;) In this episode, I will introduce you to TPRS (Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling) method. It's an amazing tool, which helps you to learn languages through listening the stories. More on TPRS Steps: Listen to the story. (don't read the vocab nor the transcript) Read the vocabulary. Lis...

Jun 25, 202014 min

#5 - Мифы об Австралии

Thank you guys for listening this episode! Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Or you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page. Support us on Patreon . If you want to study Russian with Sergey...

Jun 18, 202051 minEp. 3

#4 - B1 - Going to The Market

Thank you guys for listening this follow up episode. If you want to see the video how I go to the market, you can check out our Instagram page. Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. There you can also read the vocabulary I used in this story. If you found value in this episode, please help supporting this podcast by subscribing and writing a review :) Пока! If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Support us on Patreon ...

Jun 11, 20208 min

#3 - Великий Китайский Фаервол

Thank you guys for listening this episode! Download the Transcript . Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Or you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page. Support us on Patreon . If you want to study Russian with Sergey...

Jun 04, 202046 minEp. 2

#2 - A2 - My everyday routine

If you have any questions, you can send us an email on inrussianfromafar@gmail.com Join our Discord Server , where people help each other to learn Russian. Support us on Patreon If you want to study Russian with Sergey

May 28, 202016 min

#1 - Привет из Вьетнама!

Привет из Вьетнама! Hey there! My name is Sergey, and welcome to my podcast! If you are complete beginner or you just started to study Russian for few months, I recommend you to leave this episode for later. In my podcast I usually have 2 types of episodes: for beginners and low-intermediate (bonus episodes) and for intermediate and advanced learners (episode with numbers) . In this first episode I tell my story, and why I decided to make this podcast, Also, I'm telling about my life in Vietnam,...

May 21, 202047 minEp. 1
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