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 . 📚 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Jun 19, 2026•3 min
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 . 📚 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Jun 19, 2026•4 min
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 here Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Jun 12, 2026•2 min
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 - here Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
May 29, 2026•3 min
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 . 📚 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
May 23, 2026•3 min•Ep. 181
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 . Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
May 15, 2026•3 min•Ep. 178
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 😁). The transcript is HERE . 📚 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
May 01, 2026•2 min•Ep. 178
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 .
Apr 17, 2026•3 min•Ep. 175
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 . Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Apr 03, 2026•2 min•Ep. 172
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 . 💻 Blog with short stories : read 📚 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorus...
Mar 20, 2026•3 min•Ep. 172
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. Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1 Re...
Mar 13, 2026•34 sec•Ep. 171
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. 💻 Blog with short stories: read 📚 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Mar 06, 2026•4 min•Ep. 170
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Feb 27, 2026•37 sec•Ep. 169
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 . Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Feb 21, 2026•4 min•Ep. 168
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 . 💻 Blog with short stories (A1-A2): read 📚 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangra...
Feb 06, 2026•3 min•Ep. 166
Привет! The “My 2016” trend shouldn’t pass us by, because it’s a great opportunity to practice storytelling! 😁 The transcript is HERE .
Jan 23, 2026•6 min•Ep. 164
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 flashcards It's time to take your Russian to the next level!...
Jan 16, 2026•33 sec•Ep. 163
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 HERE . Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://pros...
Jan 09, 2026•4 min•Ep. 162
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 ✅ Exercises It's time to take your Russian to the next level!
Jan 02, 2026•48 sec•Ep. 161
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 . 💻 Blog with short stories (A1-A2): read 📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader In the transcript, you’ll find a simple and clear structure that you can use to talk ab...
Dec 26, 2025•4 min•Ep. 160
Want to hear the full episode? Join me on Patreon for exclusive access. You will get: ✅ Full transcript ✅ Key vocabulary ✅ Exercises It's time to take your Russian to the next level! Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Dec 19, 2025•38 sec•Ep. 159
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...
Dec 12, 2025•4 min•Ep. 158
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: here Join FREE Advent event here Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Nov 28, 2025•4 min•Ep. 156
Want to hear the full episode? Join me on Patreon for exclusive access. You will get: ✅ Full transcript ✅ Key vocabulary ✅ Exercises ✅ Anki flashcards It's time to take your Russian to the next level! Join FREE Advent event here...
Nov 21, 2025•37 sec•Ep. 155
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.😁 The transcript is HERE . Join FREE Advent event here 💻 Blog with short stories (A1-A2): read 📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Nov 14, 2025•6 min•Ep. 152
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Nov 07, 2025•31 sec•Ep. 153
The transcript is HERE . 💻 Blog with short stories (A1-A2): read 📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
Oct 31, 2025•5 min•Ep. 152
Привет! Today I’m going to tell you about the most romantic date of my life. The transcript is HERE . 💻 Blog with short stories (A1-A2): read 📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Oct 24, 2025•4 min•Ep. 151
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 Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1 Read in simple Russian : https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader...
Oct 17, 2025•5 min•Ep. 150
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
Oct 10, 2025•4 min•Ep. 149