Learn Slovak and More Podcast

In today's episode, I’m talking about the intriguing topic of "Life Under Socialism: Nostalgia and Realities." In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my vocabulary about socialism. You will also learn how to ask “ How was it actually? “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can practice some sentences with the new vocabulary. Episode notes In today's e...

Today's episode is about pioneer camps in Slovakia during socialism. You are going to learn some verbs from my new dialogue. You will also learn how to say “See you later!” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can enjoy my dialogue about campers at a socialist pioneer camp. Episode notes Today I am talking about pioneer camps in Slovakia during socialism. You are going to learn some ver...

Today's episode is about summer vacations in Slovakia during socialism. You are going to learn some new words from my “Vacation vocabulary”. You will also learn how to say “ I cannot wait! ” and “Necessity is the mother of invention.” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can enjoy my dialogue about camping by the lake Zemplinska Šírava. Episode notes Today I am talking about summer vaca...

Today we are talking about what to expect when meeting Slovaks. You are going to learn some new words from my dialogue about two teenagers visiting Slovakia and anticipating meeting locals for the first time. You will also learn how to say “ Here we are!” and “We are finally here.” in Slovak. Episode notes Today we are talking about what to expect when meeting Slovaks. You are going to learn some...

Today we are talking more about immigration and the policies for foreigners that want to live in Slovakia. So, in this fifth bonus episode , you are going to learn more words from my “Immigration vocabulary”. You will also learn how to say “I would like to apply for job. ” in Slovak. Episode notes Today we are talking more about immigration and the policies for foreigners that want to live in Slov...

Today's episode is yet again about immigration and the policies for foreigners that want to live in Slovakia. In this fourth bonus episode, you are going to learn more words from my “Immigration vocabulary”, specifically words that are related to asylum. You will also learn how to say “ I would like to apply for asylum ” in Slovak. Then I will share with you what I’ve been working on behind t...

Today's episode is once again about immigration and the policies for foreigners that want to live in Slovakia. This is the third bonus episode where you will learn more words from my “Immigration vocabulary”. You will also learn how to ask “ How do I get a temporary residence permit? ” in Slovak. Episode notes Today we are talking more about immigration and the policies for foreigners that wa...

Today's episode is about immigration and the policies for foreigners that want to live in Slovakia. This is the second bonus episode where you can learn more words from my “Immigration vocabulary”. You will also learn how to say “I would like to stay in Slovakia permanently.” in Slovak.  Episode notes Today we are talking more about immigration and the policies for foreigners that want to liv...

Today you will learn some words from my “Immigration vocabulary”. You will also learn how to say “I would like to apply for a residence permit.” in Slovak. Episode notes Today's episode is the first bonus episode of the fourth season. In it, you will learn some words from my “Immigration vocabulary”. You will also learn how to say “I would like to apply for a residence permit.” in Slovak. Slo...

Today, I’m talking about what to see around Spišská Nová Ves. In the Slovak lesson you will learn some words from my dialogue “Walking up to Spiš Castle” and then you’ll practice it. You will also learn how to say “That's incredible!” in Slovak.   Episode notes Today, I’m talking about what to see around Spišská Nová Ves. In the Slovak lesson you will learn some words from my dialogue “Walkin...

Today's episode is about visiting Spišská Nová Ves with children. In the Slovak lesson you will learn some little conversational words and then you’ll practice them. You will also learn how to say “That sounds like a great idea!” in Slovak. At the end of the episode you can find a conversation about "Family Fun in a Zoo". Episode notes Today, I’m talking about visiting Spišská Nová...

Today's episode is about some historical buildings of the town of Spišská Nová Ves. In the Slovak lesson you will learn a few words from the authentic Slovak pamphlet. You will also learn how to say “a wishing place” and “Grant me my wish” in Slovak. Episode notes Today, I’m talking about some historical buildings of the town of Spišská Nová Ves. In the Slovak lesson you will learn some words...

Today's episode is about the town of Spišská Nová Ves and its history. In the Slovak lesson you will learn some words from my Medieval vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Town Hall” and how to ask "How do I get to Town Hall Square? ” in Slovak. At the end of the episode you can listen to my short story about the history of Spišská Nová Ves in Slovak.  Episode notes Today, I’m tal...

Today, I’m talking about contemporary Slovak weddings traditions. In the Slovak lesson you will learn some words from my wedding vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Slovak wedding” and “I’m going to a Slovak wedding” in Slovak. Episode notes Today, I’m talking about contemporary Slovak weddings traditions. In the Slovak lesson you will learn some words from my wedding vocabulary. You will...

Today's episode is about history of the Slovak National Park Slovak Paradise. In the Slovak lesson you will learn some new words from my medieval/monastery vocabulary and how to say “I’m going to paradise” in Slovak. At the end of this episode are the words of the Slovak National Park Slovak Paradise anthem. Episode notes Today, I’m talking about history of the Slovak National Park Slovak Par...

Today's episode is about hiking in the Slovak National Park Slovak Paradise. In the Slovak lesson you will learn some new words from my Hiking Vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Stay healthy!” and “Move to stay healthy!” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can listen to my simplified version of basic rules when visiting the Slovak Paradise Park. Episode notes Today is (Svetový...

Today's episode is about the Slovak National Park Slovak Paradise. In the Slovak lesson I will continue talking about the Slovak Genitive. Then you’ll learn a few new words from my Nature vocabulary and practice it all in short sentences. You will also learn how to ask “ Are there many hikers? ” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can listen to my article about the Slovak National Park...

Today's episode is about the May 1st celebration during the socialist era and today in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson you will continue learning about the Genitive case of Slovak adjectives, this time in plural. Then you’ll practice it together with some nouns. You will also learn how to say “Don't touch it!” (Nedotýkajte sa toho!) and Don't touch strangers’ dogs” (Nedotýkajte sa cu...

Today, I’m talking about Earth Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson we will continue talking and practicing the Genitive case of Slovak adjectives, today in plural. Then you’ll practice it with my new environmental vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “ Earth Day ” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can listen to my suggestions of what we can do to help our planet in English and Slo...

Today's episode is about aviation and astronautics in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson we will continue talking and practicing the Genitive case of Slovak adjectives in singular and then you’ll practice it in short sentences. You will also learn how to say “Without common sense” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can listen to my short story about Aviation and Astronautics Day in Slovak...

Today's episode is about the Easter holidays in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson we will continue talking and practicing the Genitive case of Slovak nouns in singular without prepositions. Then you’ll practice it in a short dialogue. You will also learn how to ask “What are you afraid of? “ in Slovak. Episode notes Today I’m talking about the Easter holidays in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson we...

Today, I’m talking about Teachers’ Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson we will continue talking and practicing the Genitive case of Slovak nouns in singular and then you’ll practice it in short sentences. You will also learn how to say “I would like a cup of tea” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can listen to my overview of Jan Amos Komenský‘s contributions in Slovak. Episode notes Tod...

Today, I’m talking about World Water Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson we will continue talking and practicing Genitive case of Slovak nouns in singular and then you’ll practice it in short sentences. You will also learn how to ask “I got a letter from my brother.“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can listen to my story about the importance of water in Slovak. Episode notes Today, I’...

Today's episode is about the International Day of Happiness. In the Slovak lesson I'll talk about the Genitive case of Slovak nouns and you’ll practice it in short sentences. You will also learn how to say “I’m going to my office” and how to ask “Where is the bank?” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my tips on how to celebrate the International Day of Happiness. Episode...

Today's episode is about the International Women’s Day. In the Slovak lesson I will explain the difference between the Slovak verbs “isť” and “chodiť”. You will also learn how to say “I go to work every day. "and “Do you want to date me?” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short story about women and their rights movement. Episode notes Today, I’m talking about the In...