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Learn Russian with Max | Comprehensible Russian Podcast

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Учите живой русский, слушая понятный и познавательный подкаст. Slow and Comprehensible Russian Podcast for A2–B1+ learners who want to upgrade listening, vocabulary and confidence. Each episode: • Slow, clear narration + explanations • Real-life topics (culture, travel, daily life) • PDF transcript, vocabulary list + more for active deep practice. I’m Max – certified RKI teacher & YouTuber (400+ videos). Join 35 000+ listeners mastering Russian on the go and start understanding real TV shows, movies and conversations. 📝 Transcripts & extras → https://www.russianwithmax.com/mem
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336 – Пионерские лагеря. Как это было и что сейчас? Диалог для изучающих русский (B1–B2)

Диалог о пионерских и детских лагерях: как они появились в СССР, что с ними стало после 1991 года и как работают лагеря сегодня. Разбираем реальные примеры, лексику про смены, отряды, вожатых и традиции — удобная практика аудирования B1–B2. A B1–B2 dialogue about Soviet pioneer camps and modern children’s camps in Russia: history, how they work today, and practical vocabulary (sessions, squads, camp counselors, traditions). Great listening practice for intermediate learners. 📝 Full transcript &...

Sep 24, 202527 minSeason 7Ep. 336

335 - Право на отдых. Санатории в СССР и современной России (Learn Russian, B1-B2)

Говорим про санатории: что это такое, как работала система путёвок в СССР (профсоюзы, льготы, распорядок), и можно ли поехать в санаторий в современной России. По ходу учим лексику: “санаторий”, “курорт”, “путёвка”, “обход врачей” и разберём плюсы и минусы такого отдыха. We talk about Russian sanatoriums: what they are, how the voucher system worked in the Soviet Union (trade unions, benefits, daily schedule), and whether you can still visit a sanatorium in modern Russia. You’ll also learn usefu...

Sep 18, 202544 minSeason 7Ep. 335

334 – Номад vs Мигрант vs Релокант. Кто же мы?! Conversational Russian B1+

В этом эпизоде мы с Юлей обсуждаем, кто такие туристы, цифровые кочевники, релоканты и мигранты. Чем они отличаются друг от друга? Как появилось слово «релокация» и почему оно стало популярным именно в последние годы? И к кому из этих категорий ближе мы сами? An educational Russian podcast episode about the words tourist, digital nomad, relocant, migrant . We explore their meanings, cultural context in modern Russia, and language usage for learners of Russian. 📝 Full transcript + Vocabulary → h...

Sep 02, 202526 minSeason 7Ep. 334

333 – Блокировка WhatsApp и Telegram в РФ: цифровой суверенитет или диктатура?

В августе 2025 года в России заблокировали звонки в WhatsApp и Telegram. Мы поговорим о причинах, версиях и последствиях этого решения, а также о новом государственном мессенджере «Макс».A dialogue in Russian about Russia blocking WhatsApp and Telegram — real-life vocabulary, politics, and daily life, to boost your Russian listening. 📝 Full transcript + Vocabulary → https://www.russianwithmax.com/333-blocking-whatsapp-and-telegram-in-russia-digital-sovereignty-or-dictatorship/...

Aug 26, 202549 minSeason 7Ep. 333

332 – Жизнь зимой в России – что мы любим, а что ненавидим – Russian Dialogue B1+

Диалог с Юлей о том, какая бывает зима в России — от мягкого юга до Крайнего Севера. Обсуждаем мороз, слякоть, гололёд и долгую темноту в Петербурге. Пополняем словарный запас и тренируем аудирование на уровне B1+. A dialogue about the Russian winter — regions, weather, and real-life vocabulary—from Moscow & St. Petersburg to Siberia, to boost your listening. 📝 Full transcript + Vocabulary → https://www.russianwithmax.com/332-life-in-winter-in-russia-what-we-love-and-what-we-hate/...

Aug 20, 202520 minSeason 7Ep. 332

331 - Скромность и Дао. Чему нас учит Лао-цзы - Russian Listening Practice (B1-B2)

Чему нас учит Лао-цзы? Разбираем один отрывок из «Дао дэ цзин» и совмещаем изучение русского с древнекитайской философией. Slow Russian Podcast B1-B2. Boost your Russian listening with comprehensible Taoist wisdom. 📝 Full transcript + Vocabulary → https://www.russianwithmax.com/331-modesty-and-the-tao-what-lao-tzu-teaches-us/

Aug 05, 202536 min

330 - Мы в новой стране! Первые впечатления после 2.5 лет в Аргентине | Slow Russian A2-B1

Культурный и бытовой шок после переезда - Slow Russian Podcast A2-B1. Build your Russian listening with slow speech and real “relocation” phrases. 📝 Full transcript + Vocabulary → https://www.russianwithmax.com/330-we-are-in-a-new-country-first-impressions-after-2-5-years-in-argentina/

Jul 23, 202551 minSeason 7Ep. 330

329 - Знаки судьбы. Если всё идёт не так, стоит ли продолжать?

Нужно ли плыть против течения? ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Jul 15, 202552 minSeason 7Ep. 329

328 - Июнь 2025. Итоги, планы, сленг и Россия

Новости из моей жизни и не только. ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Jul 08, 202545 minSeason 7Ep. 328

327 – Как найти душевный покой и перестать тревожиться

Мудрость стоиков. ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Jun 27, 202538 minSeason 7Ep. 327

326 – Кто я? Кто мы? Проблема самоидентификации

Про самоопределение. ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Jun 20, 202536 minSeason 7Ep. 326

325 – Как в России относятся к Сталину?

Новый памятник Сталину в Москве. В России снова любят Сталина? ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Jun 13, 202548 minSeason 7Ep. 325

324 – Как AI изменил мою жизнь? - Learn Russian With Max

Моя жизнь уже не будет прежней... ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Jun 06, 202551 minSeason 7Ep. 324

323 - Real Russian: Мы в лимбе! Что это и почему сложно принимать решения

An episode for advanced learners. Что значит "быть в лимбе"? ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

May 31, 202542 minSeason 7Ep. 323

322 - В этих книгах написано наше будущее и прошлое

Обсуждаем вавилонскую библиотеку. Сайт библиотеки: ⁠https://libraryofbabel.info/⁠ Сайт библиотеки Гагарина (кириллица): ⁠https://gagarin.sijeko.ru/⁠ ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows...

May 23, 202542 minSeason 7Ep. 322

321 – Каким должен быть настоящий русский мужик?

12 характеристик настоящего русского мужика! ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

May 13, 202549 minSeason 7Ep. 321

320 - От монархии до федерации. История российского государства

Как менялись форма правления и устройство государства в России - от княжеств и республик до монархии и федерации. ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Rus...

May 06, 202550 minSeason 7Ep. 320

319 - Москва vs Петербург. Правда за стереотипами

Говорим о стереотипах о Москве и Питере и разбираемся сколько в них правды. ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Apr 25, 202554 minSeason 7Ep. 319

318 – 5 выводов, которые я сделал за 5 дней одиночества

Пока я плыл один на пакрафте по реке в Патагонии, то периодически размышлял о разных вещах. Вот 5 выводов, которые я сделал. ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc)...

Apr 19, 202540 minSeason 7Ep. 318

317 – Russian Podcast - Как Макс стал аргентинцем

Расскажу о моей новой дополнительной идентичности:) ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Apr 04, 202533 minSeason 7Ep. 317

316 – Как быть здоровым и в хорошей форме без спортзала

Мой опыт физических упражнений и отношение к спорту. ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Mar 28, 202548 minSeason 7Ep. 316

315 – Жизнь в пузыре и как из него выбраться

Жизнь в пузыре - это жизнь в ограниченном пространстве, в ограниченной среде. Почему я чувствую, что нахожусь в пузыре и как пытаюсь из него выбраться? ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-sh...

Mar 20, 202546 minSeason 7Ep. 315

314 – Russian Podcast: 2 года с ребёнком. Наш опыт (B1+, Dialogue)

Рассказываем о нашем родительском опыте. Диалог B1+. Видеоверсия тут: https://youtu.be/wZIvW2FH4xI ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more effic...

Mar 12, 202520 minSeason 7Ep. 314

313 - Как найти себя в жизни. Моя история

Рассказываю о своих работах в разное и время и о том, как я нашёл своё призвание. ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ...

Mar 05, 202540 minSeason 7Ep. 313

312 – Russian Podcast: Тренд на негатив в социальных сетях

Ваш хейт - мой пиар. Почему негатив в топе? ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Feb 28, 202531 minSeason 7Ep. 312

311 – Learn Russian: Любят ли русские зиму и холод?

Россия всегда ассоциируется с суровой зимой, но так ли это на самом деле? И любят ли русские зиму и холод? ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian mo...

Feb 19, 202539 minSeason 7Ep. 311

310 - Как жизнь в других странах изменила меня?

Как другие страны повлияли на мои привычки и представления.----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Feb 12, 202547 minSeason 6Ep. 310

309 - Новая страна для жизни. Как мы её выбрали?

Рассказываю как мы выбираем новую страну для жизни. Подкаст про суеверия: https://www.russianwithmax.com/048-do-russians-believe-in-superstitions/ ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, ...

Feb 05, 202541 minSeason 6Ep. 309

308 - Русская интеллигенция. Как она влияет на жизнь в России

Говорим о русской интеллигенции и её влиянии на общество в разные годы ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Jan 29, 202550 minSeason 6Ep. 308

307 - Learn Russian: Почему нам нужна мудрость?

Мудрость важнее знаний. ----- This podcast is for learning Russian (A2\lower intermediate and above). My goal is to get you involved in the Russian language through interesting, fun, educational, and controversial topics. I speak clear and slow, explaining words in Russian to build your strong Russian foundation and help you on your way to understand real Russian (TV-shows, movies, podcasts, etc). Learn Russian more efficiently with Max: ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Jan 22, 202531 minSeason 6Ep. 307
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