In Russian From Afar

What is the most polluted city in the world? What is it like to go on a train middle-age Russian women? And how can you hitchhike 1000km in 1 day?Today is the 4th part of my mini-series about the trip with my wife through Russia from Moscow back to my hometown Irkutsk with in summer 2017.This episode about how we traveled from Miass to Ekaterinburg, and from Ekatirinburg to Krasnoyarsk, and from there to Irkutsk, my home town.Links for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd parts here. TRANSCRIPTS AND VOCABULARYTo get the full transcripts of the episodes and you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonJoin our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.Links:If you have any questions or feedback, you can send us an email on [email protected] and I will read on our podcast.Or you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channelTranscript:Мы стояли вдоль лесной дороги, выйдя за пределы музыкального фестиваля, и ждали, когда кто-нибудь остановится и подвезёт нас в сторону Екатеринбурга. Ехать нам надо было около 250 километров, что весьма реально проехать за один день автостопа.К счастью, нам не пришлось долго ждать, и остановилась одна женщина, которая жила в Миассе, и согласилась нас подвезти до туда, a это нам по пути. Я мало что помню про эту женщину, но она была того возраста, когда ты никогда не знаешь, как правильно обращаться: на “ты” или на “вы”. То есть слишком молодая, что бы быть моей мамой, но слишком взрослая, что бы быть моей сестрой. Однако она была очень милой и приятной, а это самое главное.После того, как она высадила нас на окраине города, мы быстро поймали другую машину. В этот раз...To get the full transcript, support us on Patreon.

In today's short episode, I will talk in slow Russian about the food that I eat everyday.Join our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.To get the full transcripts of the episodes, separate only-russian audio file, vocabulary list, you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonIf you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

Today is the 3rd part of my mini-series about the trip with my wife through Russia from Moscow back to my hometown Irkutsk with in summer 2017.This episode about how we traveled from Kazan to Ufa, and from Ufa to the Ural music festival.TRANSCRIPTS AND VOCABULARYTo get the full transcripts of the episodes and you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonJoin our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.Links:If you have any questions or feedback, you can send us an email on [email protected] and I will read on our podcast.Or you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.Transcript:Итак, мы приехали в Казань утром. Погода всё еще была очень плохая, шел дождь, но уже не так сильно как раньше. Мы пошли пешком с автовокзала до нашего хостела, потому что в Казани мы опять не смогли найти никого на каучсерфинге, а так же, мы чувствовали, что нам нужно время побыть вдвоём.Дойдя до хостела, мы заселились в наш номер. Обычно, в хостелах люди живут в компании других людей, однако мы заранее попросили о том, что нам нужна отдельная комната.И вот, зайдя в номер, мы легли на кровать и просто расслабились. Было приятно знать, что нам не нужно ни с кем разговаривать, быть позитивными, а можно просто побыть собой.После того как мы отдохнули, мы отправились исследовать город, а заодно искать веганскую кафешку. Наш хостел не был в центре, но он не был и далеко от центра. Примерно 30 минут ходьбы пешком. Я подумал, что это было отличное время, что бы нагулять себе хороший аппетит....To get the full transcript, support us on Patreon.

In today's short episode, I will talk in my best friends, what do they do, what are their hobbies and how do they look like. Join our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.To get the full transcripts of the episodes, separate only-russian audio file, vocabulary list, you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonIf you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

How did I meet my first mormon student for the first time in real life in Yaroslavl? Are gypsies really dangerous in Russia? And what is the best place in Niznhiy Nivgorod?Today is the 2nd part of my mini-series about the trip with my wife through Russia from Moscow back to my hometown Irkutsk with in summer 2017.This episode about how we traveled from Yaroslavl to Vladimir, and from Vladimir to Nizhniy Novgorod.TRANSCRIPTS AND VOCABULARYTo get the full transcripts of the episodes and you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonJoin our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.Links:If you have any questions or feedback, you can send us an email on [email protected] and I will read on our podcast.Or you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

In today's short episode, I will talk in slow Russian about my favorite hobby - traveling.Join our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.To get the full transcripts of the episodes, separate only-russian audio file, vocabulary list, you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonIf you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

What difficulties come on the way of growing a bilingual child? What is it like to work in Russian public schools? In today's episode Nasya tells us about her life as a mother of a bilingual child and English teacher. Join our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.If you want to have a TRANSCRIPT for this episode and extra bonus behind the scene talk, you can get it by supporting us with a monthly fee on Patreon. Follow Nastya on Instagram. Time points: 03:45 - Introduction of Nastya, her journey of becoming a teacher. 11:51 - Why English, not Russian?16:05 - Working in Russian public school as an English teacher;23:23 - When Nastya discovered a new method of teaching English;25:56- Becoming a mother;28:44 - How she came up with idea growing a bilingual child;31:51 - What are the main difficulties of growing a bilingual child;42:12 - Тips for raising your own bilingual kid;49:47 - Outro;Follow us on YouTube and Instagram. If you have any questions or feedback, you can send us an email on [email protected] you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

In today's short episode, I will talk in slow Russian about my Vietnamese family.Join our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.To get the full transcripts of the episodes, separate only-russian audio file, vocabulary list, you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonIf you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

What's the main difference between Moscow and St. Petersburg? What is it like, hitchhiking through Russia? And what is the worst thing about St. Petersburg? Today is the first part of my mini-series about the trip my wife through Russia from Moscow back to my hometown Irkutsk with in summer 2017.This episode about how we left Vietnam, explored Moscow and hitchhiked to SPB. TRANSCRIPTS AND VOCABULARYTo get the full transcripts of the episodes and you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonJoin our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.Links:If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

In today's short episode, I will talk in slow Russian about my Russian family.Join our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.To get the full transcripts of the episodes, separate only-russian audio file, vocabulary list, you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonIf you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

Did you know that in Russia students always have two farewell parties? Well, in today's episode I will tell you about how Russian students say farewell to school, pass their final exam, and what events do they hold in the end of the year.TRANSCRIPTS AND VOCABULARYJoin our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.To get the full transcripts of the episodes and vocabulary list, you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonLinks:Last Bell's outfitProm outfitSong's LyricsIf you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

In today's short episode, I will talk in slow Russian about my morning, what time do I wake up, what do I do next, what is important for me in my morning, etc.TRANSCRIPTS AND VOCABULARYJoin our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.To get the full transcripts of the episodes and vocabulary list, you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonIf you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

Why Finnish people don't mind awkward silence? Is Finland really the happiest country on Earth? And what's the most favorite Finns' drink (SPOILER ALERT: NOT VODKA :D) ? In today's episode Sveta tells us about her life in Finland, the land of thousands happy people.If you want to have a TRANSCRIPT for this episode and extra bonus 30 min, you can get it by supporting us with a monthly fee on Patreon. Join our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.Time points: 01:38 - Introduction of Sveta, and how she ended up in Finland;Fins stereotypes: 08:25 - Finns are shy and introverted; 12:00 - There is no sun and summer in Finland;14:02 - Finland is the happiest country in the world;15:02- Finns drink a lot of alcohol;18:10 - Finns go to sauna every week;25:52 - Finns loves metal \m/;28:45 - All Finns use Nokia mobile phones;31:23 - Each Finn has his own island;32:47 - Things Sveta loves about Finland; 43:48 - Things Sveta doesn't like about Finland;51:22 - The differences and similarities of Finns and Russians. Follow us on YouTube and Instagram. If you have any questions or feedback, you can send us an email on [email protected] you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

In today's short episode, I will talk in slow Russian about myself, where I'm from, where do I live, my family and my hobbies. TRANSCRIPTS AND VOCABULARY Join our Discord Server, where people help each other to learn Russian.To get the full transcripts of the episodes and vocabulary list, you can do that by becoming our patron on PatreonIf you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel.

What is the real reason that your friends stay by your side? In today's episode, we will listen final part of the story about pioneer Vova. We will see how his little empire starts to fall apart, when the main source of power is gone. Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make sure 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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel. Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

Vova's appetite is growing, and he came up with a new magnificent idea. In today's episode, we continue to listen the story about pioneer Vova and where we will see the how his friends are going to build a castle for him. Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make sure 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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel. Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

Vova is having the time of his life, but has anyone noticed the missing buns?In today's episode, we continue to listen the story about pioneer Vova and we find out how does Vova deal with upcoming problems in his generating-friends business :)Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make sure 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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel. Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

What if you were a simple soviet boy, who doesn't have friends, how far would you go to make one?In today's episode, I prepared for you a story inspired by a life of real person, aka You-Know-Who :)Listen to episode, and check the transcript to make sure you got everything right ;)Download TRANSCRIPT and questions!If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.You can also check out our Youtube channel. Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

Have you ever seen Russian people swimming in the middle of the frozen lake, and you probably wondered, WHY???Well, in today's episode I will explain you this phenomenon and also will share with my own experience of bathing in +2 C water. 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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

So Slava and Andrei finally decided to rob the bank. But how will they do it? In today's episode you will listen to the second part of the story about Slava and Andrei, who are up to no good. 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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here Music by:End Titles Extended Version (Romeos Erbe) by Sascha EndeLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/3158-end-titles-extended-version-romeos-erbe-License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSpy Story by WinnieTheMoogLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6032-spy-storyLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSpy Story: The Agent by Sascha EndeLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/84-spy-story-the-agentLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

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 learning Russian;18:48 - The most favourite Russian word;20:24- Stereotypes about Germans;46:49 - What does Florian like about Germany;52:35 - What does Florian dislike about Germany;59:45 - German stereotypes about Russians;1:01:59 - What is similar between Russians and Germans;Follow Florian project on YouTube and Instagram. If you have any questions or feedback, you can send us an email on [email protected] 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 text to him hereIf you want to study German with Florian

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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

We start a new series : Russian Song ExplainedIn 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, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

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 - Food;19:50- Religion;31:48- Architecture;34:13 - Why Malaysia is so mutlicultural?40:19 - Trash.44:21 - Social problem;48:34- What unites all people in Malaysia? To follow Regina's stories in VK or check out her photos in Instagram. The music for this episode is provided by amazing Malaysian musician Sin. Check out his Instagram page if you want to hear more music from him. If you have any questions or feedback, you can send us an email on [email protected] 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 text to him here

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 have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey text to him here

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 - Mexican nature;29:27- Cenotes;34:08- Volcanos;39:19 - What things annoys Denis in Mexico?43:35- How safe is actually Mexico? 47:47- Religion in Mexico;52:02- Día de Muertos; 57:06- What is similar between Mexicans and Russians;01:01:54 - What Mexicans think about Russia. Contact through facebook with Denis. If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 [email protected] 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 study Chech, Spanish, French lessons with Tereza

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 can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Facebook or instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 [email protected] 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 study Chech, Spanish, French lessons with Tereza

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 picture2Lagman (Ramen of Central Asia)Bosozoku (japanese gopnicks on motorbikes) Time points: 3:30 - Vlad's story;09:59 -What does Vlad love about Japan; 19:10 - Japanese nature;24:17 - Tattoo culture;26:56 - Food;36:29 - Making friends in Japan;39:00 - For whom is it easier to learn Japanese 40:49 - Where is Japanese culture come from; 44:53 - Difference between Russian and Japanese people;49:56 - What is the most important in life for Japanese; 51:30 - Which technologies are better in Russia comparing to Japan;56:00 - Politics. If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey Show Less

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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey If you want to study Chech, Spanish, French lessons with Tereza Transcript: (stressed vowels are in bold)Dialogue #1: A:Тереза, тебе нравятся бананы? B: Ну так, немного. А тебе?A: Да я без них жить не могу! B: Правда? A: Да, я их просто обожаю! B: А я вот от манго больше тащусь! A: Серьёзно?B: А как же. Это мой самый любимый фрукт. Translation: A: Tereza, do you like bananas? B: Well, a bit. And you?A: I can't live without them!B: Really? A: Yeah, I'm simply adore them! B: And I'm more into/ crazy about mango! A: Seriously?B: Of course. It's my most favourite fruit. Dialogue #2: A:Сергей, тебе нравятся авокадо? B: Ну так, немного. А тебе?A: Да я без них жить не могу! B: Правда? A: Да, я их просто обожаю! B: А я вот от клубники больше тащусь! A: Серьёзно?B: А как же. Это моя самая любимая ягода. Translation: A: Sergey, do you like avacado? B: Well, a bit. And you?A: I can't live without them!B: Really? A: Yeah, I'm simply adore them! B: And I'm more into/ crazy about strawberry! A: Seriously?B: Of course. It's my most favourite berry. Dialogue #3A: Тереза, тебе нравятся бананы? B: Честно говоря, не сильно!A: Да? Почему?B: Мне не нравится их текстура. A: А как тебе дуриан?B: Издеваешься? Да я его терпеть не могу! A: А зря! Ты многое упускаешь! Translation: A: Tereza, do you like bananas? B: Honestly, not much.A: Yeah? Why?B: I don't like their texture. A: And what about durian?B: You 're kidding? I just can't stand it!A: Seriously?B: Oh, well... You are missing a lot!Useful phrases: Я обожаю бананы / Я тащусь от бананов. = I adore bananas, I'm crazy about ..Я люблю бананы. = I love bananasМне нравятся бананы. = I like bananasЯ спокойно отношусь к бананам. = I'm ok with bananasЯ равнодушен к бананам. = I'm indifferent / don't care about bananas. Мне не нравятся бананы. = I don't like bananasЯ не люблю бананы. = I don't love bananas.Я терпеть не могу бананы. = I can' t stand bananas. /Я ненавижу бананы. = I hate bananas.

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 TrioDownload TRANSCRIPT!Time points: 1:30 - Lera's story;10:00 - What does Lera love about Ireland; 15:05 - Coronovirus in Ireland;22:14 - FOOD ;26:37 - What does Lera dislike in Ireland;30:38 - Irish accent;33:48 - How similar Russians and Irish; 39:10 - What is the most import thing for Irish people; 40:54 - Religion;42:45 - Stereotypes about Russians; 45:34 - Gaelic! If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 camping;18:51 - Walking around the city;21:46 - Family and friends;If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/in_russian_from_afar_podcast/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inrussianfromafarIf you want to study Russian with Sergey: https://www.italki.com/teacher/3266752/russian

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-India;19:00 - What bothers Suseen in his region;21:47 - Indian actors in Politics;24:12 - Communism in India;28:41 - FOOD!; 37:05 - How similar Russians and Indians; 39:09 - Superstitions;43:13 - Attitude to money. 44:49 - Family. If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey

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, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on PatreonIf you want to study Russian with SergeyIf you want to study Chech, Spanish, French lessons with TerezaTranscript: (stressed vowels are in bold)Dialogue #1: A: Привет!B: Здорова!A: Сколько лет, сколько зим!B: Да не говори!A: Как ты?B: Да ничё, помаленьку. А ты?A: Всё путём!B: Ну ладно, передавай привет Пети!A: Передам!B: Рад был тебя видеть!A: Я тоже! Всего тебе хорошего!B: Тебе того же! Давай!Translation: A: Hi! B: Hey there! A: Long time no see!B: Indeed! A: How are you?B: We are getting by. And you? A: Everything is great!B: Alright, say hi to Petya!A: I will.B: I was glad to see you! A: You too! With the best!B: Same to you! See ya!Dialogue #2A: Привет!B: Здорова!A: Сколько лет, сколько зим!B: Да не говори!A: Как ты?B: Да ничё, помаленьку. А ты?A: Да так, по-разному.B: А чё такое? Чё случилось?A: Да... так, ерунда.B: Точно?A: Да-да, всё нормально!B: Ну ладно, передавай привет Пети!A: Передам!B: Рад был тебя видеть!A: Я тоже! Всего тебе хорошего!B: Тебе того же! Давай! Translation: A: Hi! B: Hey there! A: Long time no see!B: Indeed! A: How are you?B: We are getting by. And you? A: Well, it's ok. B: What's that? What's happened? A: Well....it's nothing.B: Sure? A: Yeah, everything is fine.B: Alright, say hi to Petya!A: I will.B: I was glad to see you! A: You too! With the best!B: Same to you! See ya!Dialogue #3A: Привет!B: Здорова!A: Сколько лет, сколько зим!B: Да не говори!A: Как ты?B: Да ничё, помаленьку. А ты?A: Да так, по-разному.B: А чё такое? Чё случилось?A: Да вот, на работе проблемы.B: Понимаю, сам уже запарился пахать на дядю. А дома как?A: Да нормально, как у всех.B: Ну ладно, передавай привет Пети!A: Передам!B: Рад был тебя видеть!A: Я тоже! Всего тебе хорошего!B: Тебе того же! До скорого!Translation: A: Hi! B: Hey there! A: Long time no see!B: Indeed! A: How are you?B: We are getting by. And you? A: Well, it's ok. B: What's that? What's happened? A: Well, I have some problems at work. B: I understand. I'm also sick of working for my boss. And how is at home?A: Well, it's fine, same like everyone else. B: Alright, say hi to Petya!A: I will.B: I was glad to see you! A: You too! With the best!B: Same to you! See ya!

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 moved from her village to Osh;31:38 - What's happened in June 2010 in Osh;35:16 - FOOD!43:09 - Reverse migration problems; 51:03 - What's happened on March 8th 2020 in Bishkek; 54:57 - How communism influenced Kyrgyz social structure;58:04 - Religion. If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Instagram page.Support us on PatreonIf you want to study Russian with Sergey:

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 and similarities between Russian and Polish people39:32 - Quiz about Poland;If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 hereMore on TPRSSteps:Listen to the story. (don't read the vocab nor the transcript)Read the vocabulary.Listen to the story again and try to answer questions.Listen the story while reading through the transcript.Listen the story final time (without transcript)Try to answer the questions.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++** Vocabulary: **Nouns:поле = fieldзнак = signцветы = flowersхолм = hillдеревья = treesVerbs:видеть = to seeрасти = to growговорить = to speak, to sayесть = there isбыть = to beворовать = to stealAdjectives:большой = bigхороший = longкрасный = redсиний = dark blueAdverbs:рядом = nearнельзя = must notвдоль = alongNumbers: 1 = один2 = два3 = три4 = четыре5 = пять6 = шестьPhrases: всё равно = don't careпередний план = foregroundзадний план = backgroundPrepositions: на = on, atc = withConjunctions: но = but Transcript: На переднем плане, мы видим большое поле. На поле растёт морковка. Рядом с полем есть знак. Знак говорит: “Зайцам нельзя быть на поле”. Но Зайцу всё равно! Заяц ворует морковку на поле. Заяц не хороший. Вдоль поля растут цветы. Цветы белые, красные, синие. На заднем плане есть 5 холмов. На одном холме растут деревья. If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Instagram.Support us on PatreonIf you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 TPRSSteps:Listen to the story. (don't read the vocab nor the transcript)Read the vocabulary.Listen to the story again and try to answer questions.Listen the story while reading through the transcript.Listen the story final time (without transcript)Try to answer the questions.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Vocabulary: Nouns:заяц = rabbitморковка = carrotгора = mountainлапа = pawуши = earsнос = noseцвет = colorнебо = skyоблако = cloudVerbs:называться = to be calledлюбить = to loveлежать = to lie (on something)держать = to holdсмотреть = to loot at somethingAdjectives:целый = wholeдлинный = longмаленький = smallбелый = whiteсерый = grayтолстый / толстенький = fat/fattyоранжевый = orangeзелёный = greenголубой = blueAdverbs:слишком = too (as in "too many")много = a lot, manyсильно = really, stronglyнемного = a bit, not many Transcript: История называется : “Слишком много морковки”. Это история про Зайца. Заяц очень сильно любит морковку. У Зайца есть слишком много морковки. У него есть целая гора морковки. Он лежит на горе морковки. Заяц держит в лапе морковку. Заяц смотрит на морковку. У зайца длинные уши и маленький нос. Заяц белого и серого цвета. Заяц немного толстый. Он толстенький. Морковка оранжевого и зелёного цвета. На голубом небе есть белые облака. f you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our Instagram.Support us on PatreonIf you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 [email protected] us on PatreonIf you want to study Russian with Sergey

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 [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey

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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, how I ended up there, what do I do, what do I like about it and what I don't like. Download TRANSCRIPT!If you have any questions, you can send us an email on [email protected] you can send DM or leave comment on our instagram page.Support us on Patreon. If you want to study Russian with Sergey