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Are you ready to supercharge your Estonian listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you. Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in Estonian, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Estonian and English. This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension. But we don't stop there. Research in sociolinguistics highligh...

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Midnight Secrets: Discovering Legends Under Tallinna's Stars 28.06.2026 18:12

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Midnight Secrets: Discovering Legends Under Tallinna's Stars Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-28-22-34-01-et Story Transcript: Et: Tallinna vanalinn säras kuldses kesksuveöö valguses. En: The Tallinna old town glowed in the golden midsummer night light. Et: Toompea loss ja selle uhke Tallinna Pika Hermann...

Rekindling Traditions: A Jaanipäev Reunion in Toompea 28.06.2026 17:22

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Rekindling Traditions: A Jaanipäev Reunion in Toompea Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-28-07-38-19-et Story Transcript: Et: Toompea lossiplats oli täis elu ja värve. En: The Toompea lossiplats was full of life and color. Et: Oli suve keskpaik ja Toompeal toimetasid ostjad ja müüjad hoogsalt. En: It was mi...

United We Stand: A Classroom's Fight for Hope in Ruins 27.06.2026 17:55

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : United We Stand: A Classroom's Fight for Hope in Ruins Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-27-22-34-01-et Story Transcript: Et: Kuum päikesevalgus piilus sisse purunenud akendest, valgustades ruumi tolmuse sära. En: Hot sunlight peeked in through the broken windows, illuminating the room with a dusty glow. E...

From Ruins to Dreams: A Journey of Ice Cream & Hope 27.06.2026 16:26

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : From Ruins to Dreams: A Journey of Ice Cream & Hope Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-27-07-38-20-et Story Transcript: Et: Päike lõõskas kõrgel taevas, kui Maarja, Toomas ja Aivar rändasid mööda linna varemeid. En: The sun blazed high in the sky as Maarja, Toomas, and Aivar wandered through the city's...

Finding Balance: A Day at Pärnu Beach 26.06.2026 14:45

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Finding Balance: A Day at Pärnu Beach Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-26-22-34-02-et Story Transcript: Et: Pärnu rand säras ereda suvepäikese all, kutsudes kõiki puhkama ja nautima. En: Pärnu beach shone under the bright summer sun, inviting everyone to relax and enjoy. Et: Maarika, Tallinna kiirest elut...

Bonfire Hearts: Finding Quiet Joy Amid Jaanipäev Festivities 26.06.2026 16:39

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Bonfire Hearts: Finding Quiet Joy Amid Jaanipäev Festivities Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-26-07-38-19-et Story Transcript: Et: Päike säras eredalt Pärnu rannal. En: The sun shone brightly on Pärnu beach. Et: Oli Jaanipäev ja Katrin ning Siim saabusid randa, et tähistada kaunist suve. En: It was Jaanip...

From Schedules to Stories: A Jaanipäev Transformation 25.06.2026 15:49

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : From Schedules to Stories: A Jaanipäev Transformation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-25-22-34-02-et Story Transcript: Et: Kõrvemaa Loodukaitseala oli suvesäras, täidetud mändide aroomiga ja linnulauluga. En: The Kõrvemaa Loodukaitseala was bathed in summer light, filled with the scent of pines and birds...

Lost in Nature's Embrace: A Jaanipäev Adventure 25.06.2026 16:01

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Lost in Nature's Embrace: A Jaanipäev Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-25-07-38-20-et Story Transcript: Et: Suvine õhtu saatis päikese kuldse valguse läbi tiheda metsakatuse, kui Maarika kõndis mööda pehmet muldrada. En: A summer evening cast the sun's golden light through the dense forest canop...

Jaanipäev Reunion: A Sibling Adventure in Soomaa 24.06.2026 16:10

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Jaanipäev Reunion: A Sibling Adventure in Soomaa Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-24-22-34-00-et Story Transcript: Et: Soomaa Rahvuspargi suvi oli täies hoos. En: The summer at Soomaa National Park was in full swing. Et: Metsad olid lopsakad ja puud särasid roheluses. En: The forests were lush, and the tr...

When Allergy Strikes: A Night of Fire and Friendship 24.06.2026 17:48

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : When Allergy Strikes: A Night of Fire and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-24-07-38-19-et Story Transcript: Et: Lahemaa rahvuspargis kõrgusid puud ja peegeldus soode rahu. En: In Lahemaa National Park, trees towered and the peace of the marshlands was reflected. Et: Oli Jaanipäev. En: It was Ja...

Unveiling Tartu: A Jaanipäev Secret Revealed 23.06.2026 15:36

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Unveiling Tartu: A Jaanipäev Secret Revealed Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-23-22-34-02-et Story Transcript: Et: Tartu linna suvine õhk oli täis Jaanipäeva pidustuste melu. En: The summer air in the city of Tartu was filled with the bustle of Jaanipäev celebrations. Et: Linnakodanikud kogunesid Tartu Av...

Midsummer Magic: A Tale of Courage and Connection 23.06.2026 17:16

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Midsummer Magic: A Tale of Courage and Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-23-07-38-20-et Story Transcript: Et: Tallinna vanalinna kitsastel tänavatel saabub suvesoojus viimasena. En: On the narrow streets of Tallinna old town, summer warmth arrives the latest. Et: Kivisillutised, kõrged müürid ja...

Finding Her True Market: Maarja's Journey to Honest Success 22.06.2026 17:49

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Finding Her True Market: Maarja's Journey to Honest Success Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-22-22-34-02-et Story Transcript: Et: Maarja astus kivisillutisega turuplatsile. En: Maarja stepped onto the cobblestone market square. Et: Oli jõulise suvepäeva hommik. En: It was a morning of a vibrant summer day...

Discovering Hidden Treasures in Tallinna's Old Town 22.06.2026 16:38

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Discovering Hidden Treasures in Tallinna's Old Town Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-22-07-38-20-et Story Transcript: Et: Tallinna vanalinna suvehommik oli täis elu. En: A summer morning in Tallinna Old Town was full of life. Et: Kivised tänavad kajasid sammudest ja rõõmsatest häältest, samal ajal kui kau...

Courage and Innovation: A Jaanipäev Breakthrough in Tallinn 21.06.2026 15:49

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Courage and Innovation: A Jaanipäev Breakthrough in Tallinn Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-21-22-34-02-et Story Transcript: Et: Päike säras eredalt Tallinna Teadusmuuseumi kohal, peegeldudes klaasist seintele. En: The sun shone brightly over the Tallinna Teadusmuuseum, reflecting off the glass walls. Et...

Kalev's Journey: From Stress to Strength on Jaanipäev 21.06.2026 17:57

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Kalev's Journey: From Stress to Strength on Jaanipäev Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-21-07-38-19-et Story Transcript: Et: Kalev seisab AHHAA Teaduskeskuse särava päikeselise aatriumi keskel. En: Kalev stands in the bright, sunny atrium of the AHHAA Teaduskeskus. Et: Koolireis Tartu teadusmaailma on jõud...

Transforming Democracy: Kaarel and Liisi's Voting Victory 20.06.2026 17:07

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Transforming Democracy: Kaarel and Liisi's Voting Victory Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-20-22-34-01-et Story Transcript: Et: Tallinna hääletuskeskuse ees sätendas päikesekiir, mis tungis suurtest akendest sisse. En: A ray of sunlight sparkled in front of the Tallinna voting center, piercing through the...

Tallinn's Election Day Drama: Unveiling Hidden Manipulations 20.06.2026 16:41

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Tallinn's Election Day Drama: Unveiling Hidden Manipulations Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-20-07-38-20-et Story Transcript: Et: Tallinna vanalinnas oli suvine hommik rahulik ja karge. En: In the Old Town of Tallinn, the summer morning was calm and crisp. Et: Päike peegeldas kividel, kui valijad kogunes...

The Heirloom Hunt: A Night of Trust and Triumph in Tallinna 19.06.2026 16:17

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : The Heirloom Hunt: A Night of Trust and Triumph in Tallinna Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-19-22-34-02-et Story Transcript: Et: Vanad tänavad Tallinna vanalinnas olid täis siginat-saginat ja jaanipäeva lõkkeid, mis heitsid soojadesse suveöödesse oma valguse ja varjud. En: The ancient streets of Tallinna...

A Poker Night Gamble in Tallinn: Kristjan's Daring Win 19.06.2026 16:19

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : A Poker Night Gamble in Tallinn: Kristjan's Daring Win Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-19-07-38-20-et Story Transcript: Et: Tallinna baari all keldris peitus salajane ruum. En: Underneath a bar in Tallinn, a secret room was hidden. Et: Siin, sumedas valguses ja suitsust täidetud õhus, kogunes grupp sõpru...

Maarika's Quest: Balancing Work, Life, and Tradition 18.06.2026 16:14

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Maarika's Quest: Balancing Work, Life, and Tradition Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-18-22-34-02-et Story Transcript: Et: Maarika seisis kontori akna juures. En: Maarika stood by the office window. Et: Tallinna vanalinna keskaegsed tornid paistsid klaasi tagant. En: The medieval towers of Tallinn's old t...

Office Secrets & Summer Festivities: Maarika's Surprise Lesson 18.06.2026 17:22

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Office Secrets & Summer Festivities: Maarika's Surprise Lesson Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-18-07-38-20-et Story Transcript: Et: Suvepäike paistab helgelt läbi kontori suurte akende. En: The summer sun shines brightly through the large office windows. Et: Kontor on avar, puhas ja täidetud vaikselt...

Braving Allergies: Toomas' Journey Under the Jaanipäev Pines 17.06.2026 16:27

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Braving Allergies: Toomas' Journey Under the Jaanipäev Pines Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-17-22-34-00-et Story Transcript: Et: Toomas seisis männimetsa serval, kust kostis Jaanipäeva rahulik ja sumedalt helisev meloodia. En: Toomas stood at the edge of a pine forest, where the calm and softly resonant...

From Stormy Skies to Soulful Serenities: Maarja's Journey 17.06.2026 17:41

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : From Stormy Skies to Soulful Serenities: Maarja's Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-17-07-38-19-et Story Transcript: Et: Suve alguses, Tallinna rahulikus ja looduse rüpes asuvas kinnises elamurajoonis, kus igapäevane linnamüra asendub vaid lehtede sahina ja värske männilõhnaga, valmistus Maarja oma...

From Delayed Flights to Triumph: An Unlikely Journey to Success 16.06.2026 16:50

Fluent Fiction - Estonian : From Delayed Flights to Triumph: An Unlikely Journey to Success Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-06-16-22-34-01-et Story Transcript: Et: Tallinna lennujaama terminalis valitses elav sagin. En: The Tallinna airport terminal was buzzing with activity. Et: Inimesed checkisid end sisse, kohvrid veeresid mööda põ...