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Learn Persian with Podgap

Podgap provides engaging Persian conversations for learners from beginner to advanced levels.

In each episode, you’ll expand your vocabulary, improve your grammar, explore Persian literature, and enjoy interviews with interesting guests. 

You’ll also get familiar with colloquial Persian, Iranian culture, and traditions through our special Iran Facts segments. 

With Podgap, you won’t just study Persian — you’ll learn how to speak it naturally in real-life, everyday situations.

You can contact us via email: podgapp@gmail.com
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Episodes

PODGAP (54) | Persian Cuisine (Adv.): How to Cook Persian Rice

In this episode, you are going to learn what is Berenj, Polo, and Chelo! How you can start cooking Persian rice differently and learn so many vocabularies related to this topic. In this Podgap, we chose a Gilaki song by Naser Vahdati. In this beautiful song, he referred to rice farming in the Gilaki language (The Gilaki language is an Iranian language of the Northwestern branch, spoken in Iran's Gilan Province). As you already maybe know the king of rice in cultivation and consumption in Iran is...

Aug 14, 202215 min

PODGAP (53) | Persian Quiz (Adv.): Guess the Sound 1

Are you ready for a fun quiz on Podgap? In this episode we are going to play a number of sounds which you must try to identify. Take the quiz and find out. Don't worry we will help you to improve your word guessing power so let's go. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. We can be in touch by podgapp@gmail.com By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration &...

Jul 10, 20228 min

PODGAP (52) | Persian Vocabulary (Int.): Common Persian verbs with the word MEMORY (یاد)

In this episode, you'll learn frequently used verbs and expressions with the word "یاد" (memory) with the meanings and example sentences in music and conversation. This episode will help you increase your vocabulary and improve your Persian speaking skills. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. We can be in touch by podgapp@gmail.com By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcriptio...

Jun 26, 202216 min

PODGAP (51) | 2 Minute Vocabulary (Beg.): Animal Sounds

In this 2-minute Podgap, you will learn some animal sounds in Persian. Knowing animal sounds in Persian might seem unimportant, but these sounds are a part of the culture. When you're first learning Persian, it helps to understand some of the subtle nuances of the language. The onomatopoeia we use to describe animal sounds is different depending on where you are in the world. It's really a matter of perception and comprehension, as far as our phonological system allows us. How about in your lang...

May 08, 20222 min

PODGAP (50) | Persian Vocabulary (Int.): Shenākhtan, dānestan, khabar dāshtan, balad budan

In this episode of Podgap Hanieh and Mohsen take a look at different meanings and usages of "know" in the Persian Language. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. We can be in touch by podgapp@gmail.com By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published.

Feb 06, 202211 minEp. 50

PODGAP (49) | Persian Conversation (Int.): Health is not valued till sickness comes

In this episode, you will learn how to talk about different health problems and the most common illnesses, symptoms, and medicine in Persian. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. We can be in touch by podgapp@gmail.com By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published....

Dec 26, 202110 min

PODGAP (48) | News (Int.): Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks Ali Daei`s World Record of 109 International Goals

In this episode, we talked about Ali Daei, who is an Iranian former professional footballer. He was the world's top international goal scorer with 109 goals until his record was broken by Cristiano Ronaldo in 2021. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. We can be in touch by podgapp@gmail.com By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all t...

Dec 11, 202110 min

PODGAP (47) | Persian Conversation (Adv.): There's Nothing Like a Good Night's Sleep

In this episode, you'll hear Hanieh and Mohsen talking about common sleep terms. You can learn lots of words associated with sleep in several different dialogues and be able to talk about it. If you enjoy this episode, please take a moment and rate or review it. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. We can be in touch by podgapp@gmail.com By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcr...

Aug 22, 202111 min

PODGAP (46) | Persian Conversation (Int.): Hobbies

In this episode we talked about different hobbies that you might do in your short and long holidays such as going to travel, doing some sport, cooking, reading, hanging out with friends and etc. Find out Maryam and Bijan talk about their weekend in this episode`s dialogue! If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. We can be in touch by podgapp@gmail.com By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Pers...

Aug 01, 20218 min

PODGAP (45) | Persian Vocabulary (Beg.): bardāshtan, gereftan or bordan?!

In this episode of Podgap we take a look at different meanings and usages of "take" in Persian Language. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published.

Mar 07, 20217 min

PODGAP (44) | 2 Minute Vocabulary (Int.): Tongue Twisters

In this episode, we have 4 Persian Tongue twisters. Tongue twisters are a great way to practice and improve pronunciation and fluency. so it`s time to listen to and practice as much as you can. good luck! If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published....

Feb 14, 20212 min

PODGAP (43) | Literature - Persian Proverb (Adv.): Never mind

A proverb is a short popular saying that expresses the basic fact of life. In this episode, we will teach you a Persian proverb with a story and how to use it in a real-life situation. In this way, it is easier to understand its significance, and you will never forget it. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & ...

Feb 02, 20219 min

PODGAP (42) | Persian Poetry (Adv.): Poem of the Atoms

You may all know about Rumi, a Persian poet and considered a Sufi Saint by many. In this Podcast we covered 2 rubaiyat Shams (555, 442), Not only is the poem of the Atoms exquisitely beautiful in terms of rhyme scheme, but it has a deep scientific and spiritual significance when you think about it. Let’s take this concept of atoms dancing in the light of the divine. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. By subscribing to u...

Jan 03, 202116 min

PODGAP (41) | Persian Conversation (Int.): At a Persian Restaurant

Are you ready to go to a Persian restaurant and order your food in Farsi! Persian food is so delicious so in this episode, you get a chance to know the proper expressions and learn how to order your food in Persian. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published....

Dec 20, 202014 min

PODGAP (40) | Grammar with Podgap (Int.): kheyli, ziyād, besyār, farāvān & basi

Do you know how to use the words kheyli, ziyād, besyār, farāvān and basi and their differences? If the answer is no, this is going to be a very useful episode for you. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published....

Nov 15, 20206 min

PODGAP (39) | 2 Minute Vocabulary (Beg.)

This is the second episode of 2-minute vocabulary, in this week we covered transportation words, and they used in daily routine dialogues. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published.

Nov 01, 20202 min

PODGAP (38) | Famous Iranians (Adv.): The King of Persian Traditional Song, Mohammad Reza Shajarian

In this episode, we introduce you to the king of Persian traditional song- Mohammad Reza Shajarian the most popular Iranian artist of the time. The singer who captured Iran’s soul and gave voice to its longings was 80, Mohammad Reza Shajarian died on October 8th, 2020. Shajarian who was known as ostad or master enlivened and revolutionized Iran's classical song during his professional life. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot t...

Oct 18, 202017 min

PODGAP (37) | Persian Conversation (Beg.): Describing people's looks and appearance

Today in this episode you will learn beginner commonly used Persian adjectives to describe people's looks and physical appearance. Besides, there are some basic dialogues about the topic in real situations! If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published....

Oct 04, 20208 min

PODGAP (36) | Persian cuisine (Adv.): Mirza Ghassemi

In this episode, we will talk about cooking. We'll share a recipe and teach you how to cook one of the popular local dishes of the north of Iran. It will be an amazing lesson for you to enjoy learning how to cook Iranian cuisine while learning the Persian language. And besides, you will learn cooking vocabulary in this episode. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language share it with your friends. That would mean a lot to us. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will ge...

Sep 23, 202012 min

PODGAP (35) | 2 Minute Vocabulary (Beg.)

This is the first episode of 2-minute vocabulary, in this week we covered 4 infinitives which are so close in pronunciation, we put them in different sentences, that you can easily get along with them. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published. Email Address: podgapp@gmail.com...

Aug 16, 20202 min

PODGAP (34): Interview with Victoria & Ramin

In this episode, we interview Victoria and his son Ramin about their life experiences in Iran and learning the Persian language. In the end, Ramin recites a poem by Sa'di and explains its meaning and concepts in Persian and Ukrainian languages. We really like to have an interview with many people, so if you like to interview you, please send us an email: podgapp@gmail.com By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet ...

Aug 09, 202016 min

PODGAP (33) | Persian Conversation (Int.): Decline an invitation politely

In this episode, you will learn how to decline an invitation, meeting, or request in the Persian language respectfully without ruining the relationship between you and your friends. There are some conversations containing occasions turning down the invitation, request, and proposal as a good practice for you to learn Persian in real-life situations. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes tha...

Aug 02, 202012 min

PODGAP (32) | Persian Conversation (Beg.): Daily Routines

In this episode, we talk about our daily routines and help you how to talk about your daily chores in conversation. We explain present simple in the Persian language and its functions as well as new vocabularies when talking about routines. You have the chance to practice what you are going to learn in this episode by interacting with us by email (podgapp@gmail.com). Our bonus for those who send us an email and tell us their daily routines in Persian will be a package of transliteration, transcr...

Jul 26, 202012 min

PODGAP (31) | Persian Conversation (Beg.): Greetings to family members

In this Podgap, Mohsen and Hanieh, ask the greeting of their families, besides this, you will know many useful words and phrases. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published. Email Address: podgapp@gmail.com

Jul 18, 20209 min

PODGAP (30) | Persian Conversation (Adv.): Walking on Air

Listen to this episode to make your day! In this episode, we will talk about happiness by using frequently used idioms and expressions. We will discuss its meaning and give you some examples for each of them through dialogues, all of them are related to the feeling of happiness. This episode will help you to increase your vocabulary and improve your speaking skills so you can express your happiness or others in any situation. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to ...

Jul 12, 202011 min

PODGAP (29) | Iranology (Adv.): Rose Water The Miracle of Nature

In this episode we will introduce to you how Iranians produce rose water and share several advantages of this miracle of nature, rose and rose water festival and a ritual called Gol Ghaltan (literally meaning rolling in flower). By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published. Email Address: podgapp@gmail.com...

Jul 05, 20209 min

PODGAP (28) | Iranology (Adv.): Omid Kordestani, Pierre Omidyar

In this Iranology, we talked about 2 successful Iranian, Omid Kordestani & Pierre Omidyar. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published. Email Address: podgapp@gmail.com

Jun 28, 20208 min

PODGAP (27) | Interview with Andrés & Samaneh

In this podgap, we interviewed with Andrés and Samaneh, Spanish and Iranian couple in the Persian language. we asked many questions about different topics. We really like to have an interview with many people, so if you like to interview you, please send us an email: podgapp@gmail.com By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian transcription of the episode and see the amazing photos of the places that have been visited by the tourist....

Jun 21, 202016 min

PODGAP (26) | Persian Conversation (Int.): Internet Advantages

In this episode Hanieh and Mohsen are talking about the benefits of the Internet in life. Several dialogues in this episode help you to practice your Persian language in real life situations around the subject of the Internet usage in daily life. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published. Email Address: podgapp@gmail.com...

Jun 14, 202012 min

PODGAP (25) | Persian Conversation (Int.): Long Time No See

In this Podgap, Mohsen called Hanieh after a long time, they talk mostly about Coronavirus and how their life has changed and what they like to do after the situation becomes normal. At the same time, you will learn new words and expressions in their dialogue. By subscribing to us at www.patreon.com/podgap you will get access to Persian Transcription, Transliteration & Worksheet of all the episodes that published. Sponsor: https://farsi.school/ Learn Persian with authentic videos. Practice y...

Jun 07, 202010 min
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