Best Slovak Language Learning Podcasts (2025)

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Essential tips on learning Czech from linguist and his new book on the history of the alphabet 27:09

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6h ago27:09

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Danny Bate, a former member of Radio Prague and linguist, has just published his first book, titled Why Q Needs U. In it, he dives into the history of the English alphabet and invites readers to see language as a collaborative project shaped by its speakers from day to day. The self-taught Czech speaker, writer, and perennial Czechophile, also shar…

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How to ask “Do you speak standard Slovak?” in Slovak; Ľudovít Štúr: The Voice of Slovakia; S9E12 23:35

12h ago23:35

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Today's episode is about one of Slovakia’s greatest legends - Ľudovít Štúr. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my short article. You will also learn how to ask “Do you speak standard Slovak?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a few short sentences about Ľudovít Štúr and one of his quotes. Episode notes In to…

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Blorecast Episode 07 - Time Warp - Podcast for English Learners 11:12

14h ago11:12

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Why does Slovakia sometimes feel like it’s living in a different decade? And is that actually a bad thing? In this episode of The Blorecast, James Blore explores a country that has modernised rapidly yet still holds tight to its roots. From carpet beaters and top-loading washing machines to rural life, birds, mushrooms, and boars, James reflects on…

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How to ask “Can you give me some advice” in Slovak; Going to a Fitness Center in Slovakia; Dialogue; S9E11 24:02

8d ago24:02

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Today's episode is about going to a fitness center in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from my fitness vocabulary. You will also learn how to ask “Can you give me some advice?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a short dialogue about going to a fitness center in Slovakia for the first time. Episode notes I…

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Blorecast Episode 06 - Pigging Brilliant! - Podcast for English Learners 9:45

9d ago9:45

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Why do Slovaks love pigs so much? 🐷 In this episode of The Blorecast, I explore Slovakia’s deep and delicious relationship with all things porcine — from schnitzels and slanina to zabíjačka and wild boars in the forest! You’ll hear stories from my early days teaching in Humenné, discover why being vegetarian used to be a challenge in 1990s Slovakia…

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Blorecast Episode 05 - Citizen Andy - Podcast for English Learners 15:07

15d ago15:07

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In this episode of The Blorecast, James catches up once again with his long-time lunch companion and all-round legend, Andy Billingham, who’s now officially a Slovak citizen! 🇸🇰 Andy explains why he decided to apply for citizenship, what the process involves, and how the language test went. There’s also an update on James’s charity cricket match (s…

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How to say “Hey, let’s talk!“ in Slovak; St. Francis of Assisi; Was St. Francis a Vegetarian?; S9E10 23:31

15d ago23:31

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Today's episode is about St. Francis of Assisi. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Hey, let’s talk!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short story about St. Francis in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about St. Francis of Assisi. In the S…

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Blorecast Episode 04 - Unsporting Behaviour - Podcast for English Learners 9:09

20d ago9:09

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Welcome back to the Blorecast! In Episode 4 – Unsporting Behaviour, I dive into the world of sport — despite being about the least sporty person you could imagine. This weekend is a big one in Slovakia: 🏃‍♂️ The Košice Peace Marathon celebrates its 101st year – the oldest marathon in Europe and the third-oldest in the world. 🏏 I’ve inexplicably agr…

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How to ask “Do you like pets?” in Slovak; World Animal Day in Slovakia; 10 Interesting Facts about Animals; S9E9 23:17

23d ago23:17

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Today's episode is about World Animal Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from todays topic. You will also learn how to ask “Do you like pets?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find 10 interesting facts about animals. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about World Animal Day in Slovakia. In…

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Blorecast Episode 03 - Slovak Food: Carbs - Podcast for English Learners 9:29

1M ago9:29

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In this episode of the Blorecast, James dives into one of the tastiest parts of Slovak cuisine – carbohydrates! From fresh Slovak bread and fluffy rožky to potato pancakes, bryndzové halušky and pirohy, this is your guided tour through Slovakia’s most comforting, filling, and downright delicious foods. 🇸🇰 What you’ll hear about in this episode: • W…

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How to ask “Do you like wine?” in Slovak; Grape Harvest (Vinobranie) in Slovakia; S9E8 22:59

30d ago22:59

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Today's episode is about the traditions of a grape harvest and wine celebration in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my “vinobranie” vocabulary. You will also learn how to ask “Do you like wine?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a few short sentences about the grape harvest in Slovakia. Episode n…

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How to say “I won’t talk to you about it!” in Slovak; Autumn in Slovakia; Slovak Personal Pronouns in Instrumental; Autumn Traditions of our ancestors; S9E7 24:55

1M ago24:55

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Today's episode is about autumn traditions of our ancestors. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about instrumental case of the Slovak personal pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I won’t talk to you about it!” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my summary of autumn traditions of our ancestors. Episode notes In today's episo…

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Blorecast Episode 02 - The Inimitable Andy B - Podcast for English Learners 9:10

1M ago9:10

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In this episode of the Blorecast, James Blore sits down with his longtime friend Andy Billingham, a British bloke who has lived in Slovakia so long that he’s now officially Slovak. They talk about: how Andy ended up in Slovakia not once, but twice his first impressions of Slovakia in 1983 the places he's worked and the jobs he's done This episode i…

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Blorecast Episode 01 - Slightly Slovak - Podcast for English Learners 7:59

1M ago7:59

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How does a Brit become “a little bit Slovak”? In this first episode of the Blorecast, James Blore shares three Slovak habits he’s picked up over 27 years: taking shoes off indoors, eating big lunches, and learning the Slovak language. Welcome to the first full episode of the Blorecast – a podcast for learners and teachers of English in Slovakia — a…

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How to say “Respect Traditions” in Slovak; Beyond Banská Bystrica; Exploring Nature, Tradition, and Hidden Gems; S9E6 23:23

1M ago23:23

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Today's episode is about some interesting places around Banska Bystrica. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from my travel vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Respect traditions“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my day trips itinerary and tips for travelers to Banska Bystrica. Episode notes In today's episode…

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University of Vienna celebrates 250 years of Czech language teaching 2:59

2M ago2:59

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The University of Vienna is marking a remarkable milestone this year: 250 years since Czech was first taught there. In fact, Czech was introduced as a field of study in Vienna 18 years earlier than at any Czech University.

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How to say “I don’t care” in Slovak; Banská Bystrica Must-See Spots; Tips and Notes to Walking Tour in Banska Bystrica; S9E5 26:26

2M ago26:26

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Today's episode is about the must-see places in Banska Bystrica. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about the dative case of the Slovak personal pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I don’t care “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode are my tips and notes to my walking tour in Banska Bystrica. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking a…

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Blorecast Episode 00 - An Englishman in Slovakia - Podcast for English Learners 5:10

2M ago5:10

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Welcome to the very first episode of the Blorecast, a podcast for learners and teachers of English in Slovakia — and beyond! 🇸🇰🇬🇧 In this episode, James Blore (teacher, podcaster, and founder of The School of Blore in Košice) shares his story of moving to Slovakia, teaching English, and launching this brand-new show. You’ll hear: • How James went f…

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How to ask “Who are you waiting for?“ in Slovak; The History of Banska Bystrica; Accusative case of Slovak personal pronouns; S9E4 25:54

2M ago25:54

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Today's episode is about the history of Banská Bystrica in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about the accusative case of Slovak personal pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Who are you waiting for?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode is my short overview of the history of Banská Bystrica in Slovak. Episode notes In today's ep…

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How to ask “How do I learn about this?“ in Slovak; Červený Kameň Castle; Festival Letobranie; S9E3 28:16

2M ago28:16

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Today's episode is about Červený Kameň castle in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few words from my festival vocabulary. You will also learn how to ask “How do I learn about this? “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode is the information about the festival LETOBranie in Červený Kameň castle. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m ta…

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How to say “Be polite” in Slovak ; A Survival Guide to Slovak Work Etiquette; Dialogue; S9E2 23:18

2M ago23:18

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Today's episode is about work etiquette in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to ask “Be polite“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between two colleagues who just started to work at a Slovak company. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about work etiquette in Slovakia. In the Slovak less…

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How to say “Thank you for the meal”; A Guide to Navigating Slovak Social Life; Dos and don'ts when dining in Slovakia; S9E1 24:14

3M ago24:14

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Today's episode is about social etiquette in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Thank you for the meal“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some dos and don'ts when dining in Slovakia. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about social etiquette …

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How to say “I don't know who did it.”; Relative Pronouns; Bonus 4; S8E26 9:15

3M ago9:15

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Today’s episode is about the Slovak Relative Pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I don't know who did it” in Slovak. Episode notes Today I'm talking about the Slovak Relative Pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I don't know who did it” in Slovak. Slovak lesson 1. Neviem, kto chýba. (I don't know who's missing.) 2. Elena vždy vie, čo chc…

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How to ask “How much does it cost?” in Slovak; Interrogative Pronouns; Bonus 3; S8E25 10:30

3M ago10:30

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Today’s episode is about the Slovak Interrogative Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “How much does it cost?“ in Slovak. Episode notes Today I'm talking about the Slovak Interrogative Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “How much does it cost?“ in Slovak. Slovak lesson 1. Kto je ten chlap? (Who is that guy?) 2. Čo máš v taške? (What do y…

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How to ask “Do you have your plans for the weekend?”; Reflexive Pronouns; Bonus 2; S8E24 13:39

3M ago13:39

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Today’s episode is about Slovak Reflexive Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Do you have your plans for the weekend?” in Slovak. Episode notes Today’s episode is about Slovak Reflexive Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Do you have your plans for the weekend?” in Slovak. Slovak lesson A) Sentences with reflexive pronouns "sa", "si": 1…

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How to ask “Who are these guys?”; Slovak Pronouns; Demonstrative Pronouns; Bonus 1; S8E23 15:29

4M ago15:29

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Today’s episode is about Slovak Demonstrative pronouns. In the Slovak lesson you will learn how to ask “Who are these guys?” in Slovak. Episode notes First I'm talking about Slovak pronouns in general. Then you will learn about Slovak Demonstrative pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Who are these guys?” in Slovak. Slovak lesson Overview of S…

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How to say “Happy anniversary”; Východná Festival in Slovakia; S8E22 28:54

4M ago28:54

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Today's episode is about the folk festival Východná in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say "Happy anniversary” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my dialogue about the festival in Východná. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the folk festival …

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How to say “Happy summer, friends! “; How to say “Enjoy a unique day! “; 3 Tips on How to Start Summer in Bratislava; S8 E21 27:22

4M ago27:22

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Today's episode is about 3 tips on how to start summer in Bratislava, Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to say “Happy summer, friends!” and “Enjoy a unique day! “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some information about the Period picnic in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about 3 tips on how t…

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How to ask “Are you free this weekend? “; Bratislava Cultural Summer in Slovakia; S8 E20 25:53

4M ago25:53

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Today's episode is about Bratislava Cultural Summer in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from today's topic. You will also learn how to ask “Are you free this weekend? “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue about the Bratislava Cultural Summer. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking ab…

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How to say “Just to be safe“ in Slovak; How to say “Happy Father’s Day“ in Slovak; Fathers’ Day in Slovakia; S8 E19 30:27

4M ago30:27

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Today's episode is about Fathers’ Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Just to be safe“ and “Happy Father’s Day” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short essay about Father’s Day in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about …

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How to say “I will take it!“ in Slovak; Weekend of Open Parks and Gardens in Slovakia; S8 E18 26:47

5M ago26:47

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Today's episode is about the Weekend of Open Parks and Gardens in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “I will take it!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between a granddaughter and her grandmom about the Weekend of open parks and ga…

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How to say “Let me introduce“ in Slovak; Slovak Jazz; Slovak Jazzman Peter Lipa; S8 E17 22:50

5M ago22:50

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Today's episode is about jazz in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Let me introduce... “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue about Slovak jazz. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about jazz in Slovakia. In the Slovak less…

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Day of Czech returns to enthuse and educate about Czech language and literature 5:44

5M ago5:44

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On May 27th, the ‘Day of Czech’ ( Den češtiny ) is serving up a multi-genre programme of linguistic events, designed to inform Czech speakers about their language and help them to look at it with new eyes. Aimed in the morning at school groups, and later on the general public, the Day of Czech is being held in Prague’s Kampus Hybernská, where Danny…

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How to say “Keep calm”; How to say “Be alert!”; What’s Up with the Bears in Slovakia? What to Do if You See a Bear; S8 E16 24:26

5M ago24:26

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Today's episode is about the bear situation in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Keep calm” and “Be alert!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find the main points of today’s episode in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the bear…

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How to say “Ready, set, go!“ in Slovak; World Athletics Day; S8 E15 19:43

5M ago19:43

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Today's episode is about World Athletics Day. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my athletics vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Ready, set, go!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short summary about the Athletics Day. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about World Athletics Day. In…

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How to say “Great Question“ in Slovak; 80 Year Anniversary of the End of the Second World War; Remembering the End of WW II; S8 E14 23:37

6M ago23:37

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Today's episode is about the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my lecture. You will also learn how to say “Great question“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some Questions & Answers from my lecture about WW II in Slovakia. Episode notes In today's episode…

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How to say “That sounds like a fight“ in Slovak; Traditions of Maypoles in Slovakia; Slovak Dative Case of Neuter Nouns in Plural 6; S8 E13 34:47

6M ago34:47

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Today's episode is about the traditions of Maypoles in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the Slovak dative case of neuter nouns in plural. You will also learn how to say “That sounds like a fight.“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the trad…

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How to say “That was so much fun!“ in Slovak; Old Slovak Traditions in April; Slovak Dative Case of Feminine Nouns in Plural 5; Dialogue; S8 E12 29:50

6M ago29:50

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Today's episode is about the traditions on St. George and St. Marek’s days in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn the dative case of the Slovak feminine nouns in plural. You will also learn how to say “That was so much fun!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode is my short dialogue. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about th…

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How to ask “What do you like the most?“ in Slovak; Easter in Kysuce; Easter traditions of our grandparents; S8 E11 28:05

6M ago28:05

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Today's episode is about the Easter traditions of Kysuce, a region in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn a few new words from my short essay about the Easter traditions in Slovakia. You will also learn how to say “What do you like the most?” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short essay about the Easter trad…

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Prague primary school transforms teaching of Czech to foreigners with innovative textbooks 2:36

7M ago2:36

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Teachers at a Prague primary school are changing how the Czech language is taught to foreign children, and have produced new textbooks that implement their method.

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How to say “That's a wise decision “ in Slovak; Town of Zvolen; Slovak Dative Case of Masculine Nouns in Plural 4; Legend of the King and the Bear; S8 E10 34:00

7M ago34:00

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Today's episode is about the town of Zvolen in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the dative case of the Slovak masculine nouns in plural. You will also learn how to say “That's a wise decision “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my legend about the king and the bear. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talki…

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How to say “It’s dangerous“ in Slovak; Kremnica Surrounding; Slovak Dative Case of Neuter Nouns in Singular 3; S8 E9 35:27

7M ago35:27

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Today's episode is about the surrounding of Kremnica in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn dative case of the Slovak neuter nouns in the present. You will also learn how to say “It's dangerous!“ in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the surrounding of Kremnica in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to …

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How to say “Let's get down to business “ in Slovak; Kremnica Places to See; Slovak Dative Case of Feminine Nouns in Singular 2; S8 E8 28:24

7M ago28:24

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Today's episode is about interesting places to see in Kremnica, Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the dative case of the Slovak feminine nouns in singular. You will also learn how to say “Let's get down to business“ in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about interesting places to see in Kremnica, Slovakia. I…

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How to say “We'll meet across from the park“ in Slovak; History of Kremnica; Dative case of Slovak Masculine Nouns in Singular 1; S8 E7 33:31

7M ago33:31

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Today's episode is about the history of the small town Kremnica in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the dative case of Slovak masculine nouns in singular. You will also learn how to say “We'll meet across from the park“ in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the history of the small town Kremnica in Slo…

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How to say “Discover magical wonders” in Slovak; Banská Štiavnica 7 Wonders; S8 E6 27:18

8M ago27:18

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Today's episode is about the 7 wonders of Banská Štiavnica. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some new words from my article. You will also learn how to say “Discover magical wonders” in Slovak. At the end you will find my article about the 7 wonders of Banská Štiavnica in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the 7 wonders…

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How to say “That's a great place “ in Slovak; Banská Štiavnica Must-See ; Dialogue; S8 E5 25:02

8M ago25:02

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Today's episode is about must-see places of Banská Štiavnica in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn a few words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “That's a great place “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about must-see places of Bans…

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How to say “You are my treasure!“ in Slovak; Banská Štiavnica History; Legend of Two Lizards; S8 E4 31:07

8M ago31:07

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Today's episode is about the history of town Banská Štiavnica in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you'll learn some new words from my legend. You will also learn how to say “You are my treasure!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my legend about two little lizards. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the history of …

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How to say “It’s impossible NOT to love you!“ in Slovak; Marina: Masterpiece of Slovak Romanticism; S8 E3 26:11

8M ago26:11

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In today's episode, I’m talking about Andrej Sládkovič’s poem Marína. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn a few words from poem Marína. You will also learn how to say “It’s impossible NOT to love you!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a few stanzas of the poem Marína. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about A…

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How to say “Love conquers all “ in Slovak; Slovak Romeo and Juliet; About Bank of Love; Dialogue; S8 E2 27:12

8M ago27:12

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Today's episode is about a very unique bank, Bank of Love in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “Love conquers all“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue about the Love bank. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about a very uniq…

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How to say “You must not do it”; How to ask “Where’s the bathroom?“ in Slovak; Tips How to Learn Slovak in 2025; Explanation of Modal Verb “must” in Slovak; S8 E1 23:55

9M ago23:55

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Today's episode is about the tips for learning Slovak in 2025. In the Slovak lesson, I will talk about the Slovak use of English modal verb “must”. Then you will practice it in short sentences. You will also learn how to say “You must not do it!” and “Where’s the bathroom?“ in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the tips for…