Simple Russian Stories

In this episode, our American student Jan decides to spend a whole day without the internet. No Wi-Fi, no social media, no YouTube — just real life. He goes for a walk, reads a Russian book, eats lunch at a café, and even starts drawing. This fun and relatable story will help you practice Russian verbs of motion, vocabulary for daily life, and time expressions.

In this episode, you’ll hear a funny and relatable story about a chaotic morning. Our main character wakes up late, forgets his documents, catches a taxi, and struggles to get to work on time. Learn everyday vocabulary, get used to verb aspects in context, and enjoy the story! Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rus...

In this episode, you’ll hear a simple story in Russian about my two-week trip to Asia — to Malaysia, Singapore, and Cambodia. What places did I visit? What food did I try? What surprised me? Learn useful Russian words and phrases for travel, food, and everyday experiences. The vocabulary is great for A1–A2 learners.  Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Follow me on...

In this episode, Jan shares how he gets around the city.
He goes to the university by metro, walks to museums, and visits friends in other neighborhoods.
Learn Russian verbs of motion and transport vocabulary in context.
 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russian.with.mary  Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok....

In this episode, you’ll learn about the most popular Russian dishes — from borscht and blini to Olivier salad and dumplings. Find out what Russians eat at home and on holidays. Practice food vocabulary and simple grammar in context. Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russian.with.mary  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.wi...

In this episode, our American student Jan talks about his friends who have unusual jobs. Learn useful Russian words for professions and practice the accusative case in context. Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russian.with.mary  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.mary

Jan's story: Summer in Moscow. Лето в Москве (А1) In this episode, we follow Jan, an American student living in Moscow, as he experiences his first Russian summer. Learn simple Russian vocabulary and grammar through a story about warm weather, food festivals, and fun with friends in the park. Great for A1-level learners! ✨ Follow me on Instagram and Telegram for extra content and vocabulary pract...

In this episode, you’ll learn about one of the most famous Russian dishes — Olivier salad, also known internationally as "Russian salad." We’ll talk about its history, the original recipe, and how people make it today. At the end of the episode, you'll hear a simple step-by-step recipe that’s easy to follow — even if you're just learning Russian. ✨ Follow me on Instagram and Telegram for extra co...

What do people eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner around the world?  In this episode, you’ll hear simple Russian sentences about meals in different countries — including Russia, France, Korea, the US, and more.  This episode is perfect for beginner Russian learners (A1). Short sentences, clear pronunciation, and slow pace. 📌 Transcripts and vocabulary sets for every episode are available in my...

In this beginner-level episode, you’ll hear a story about Yan, a student from America who studies Russian in Moscow.  Learn simple words about university life, classes, and daily routine.  Check out my Telegram channel for the full transcript and vocabulary list! And follow my TikTok and Instagram.  Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russian.with.mary  TikTo...

In this episode, you’ll hear a simple story in Russian about Svetlana — a doctor from Siberia. She loves sports, music, and dreams of traveling to Lake Baikal. Great for A1 learners who just started learning Russian recently. Transcript and vocabulary: check my Telegram channel. Follow me on TikTok and Instagram for more Russian! Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagr...

What's the weather like in Russia? 🌦️ In this episode, we’ll talk about seasons, temperature, and useful weather phrases. Perfect for beginner learners! 📌 Want the transcript? Find it in our Telegram channel (link in the description). 📌 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram for more fun Russian lessons! Let’s learn Russian together! 🎧 Telegram channel: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Instagram: https...

How do people in Russia get from place to place? In this episode, we talk about transport in Russia—buses, metro, trains, and even the famous “маршрутка.”  Listen and learn new words about transport!  Want to read the transcript for this episode? Join our Telegram channel—you’ll find transcripts for all episodes and a Quizlet set with new words! Also, don’t forget to follow us on TikTok and Instag...

In this episode, I will tell you about my vacation in Korea in 2022. You'll learn about the places I visited, the food I tried, and how I spent my time. This is a great way to practice the prepositional case, past tense, and travel-related vocabulary. Join me and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a trip to Korea! 🌏✈️ 📖 Find the full transcript and extra materials on my Telegram channel: http...

🇷🇺 Today, we explore three amazing Russian cities: Moscow, Saint Petersburg, and Kazan! Learn about their history, traditions, and daily life while practicing the prepositional case in Russian. Perfect for beginner learners! 🎧✨ 📖 Find the full transcript and extra materials on my Telegram channel: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Follow my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/russian.with.mary?igsh=b...

🛒 Let’s go shopping! In this episode, you will learn how to talk about supermarkets, food, and different store sections in Russian.  You will also practice the accusative case with food vocabulary and learn how to pay at the checkout. 📖 Find the full transcript and Quizlet (new vocabulary) on my Telegram channel: https://t.me/rustor_podcast Enjoy the episode and keep learning Russian with me! 😊

In this episode, we’re talking about International Women’s Day in Russia! 🇷🇺✨  You’ll learn why March 8 is a big celebration of spring and beauty here, not just women’s rights.  Plus, we’ll talk about some amazing Russian women from history and how people celebrate this holiday. Oh, and of course – some simple ways to say "Happy Women's Day" in Russian! 🎉💐 Ready? Let’s go! 🚀 Don’t forget to jo...

In this episode, I’ll take you on a tour of my apartment in Thailand! 🏡☀️ You’ll learn Russian words for rooms, furniture, and home objects, plus how to use them in the prepositional case. Listen, learn, and don’t forget to check out my Telegram channel for the episode transcript and a Quizlet set with today’s vocabulary! 📝✨ Telegram channel: https://t.me/rustor_podcast

What is Maslenitsa? 🤔 It’s a fun Russian holiday that says "goodbye" to winter and "hello" to spring! 🌞 And of course, it’s all about blini – delicious Russian pancakes. 🥞 In this episode, you’ll learn when Russians celebrate Maslenitsa, what they eat, and how they spend this festive week. I’ll also explain some useful words. 📌 Don’t forget to check out our Telegram channel!  There, you’ll fin...

Hi everyone! 👋 In this episode of Simple Russian Stories, we're talking about the Russian holiday, Defender of the Fatherland Day, celebrated on February 23rd. It’s an important day in Russia, dedicated to all men. You’ll learn when this holiday appeared, who people congratulate, what gifts are given, and how it’s celebrated. As always, I’ll use simple Russian, so it’s easy for you to listen and...

Hey there! 👋 In this episode of Simple Russian Stories, I talk about my family. I’ll introduce you to my mom, dad, sister, and other relatives. You’ll learn how to describe family members and talk about their jobs, hobbies, and appearances in Russian. This episode is great for beginners who want to practice vocabulary about family and people. Listen to the story, learn new words, and improve your...

Hey there! 👋 Ever wonder how people in Russia spend their days off? Do they sleep in, go out with friends, or just relax at home? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a story about my perfect day off. You’ll find out what I like to do when I don’t have to go to work, from lazy mornings to fun afternoons with friends and cozy evenings at home. Plus, you’ll learn some useful Russian words and phrases to...

Valentine’s Day is a popular holiday in many countries, but what about Russia? Do people celebrate it? What gifts do they give each other? Where do they go on dates? In this episode, we’ll talk about how Russians celebrate February 14th, what traditions they have, and even recommend some romantic Russian movies and songs! Want to learn useful Russian words and phrases about love and relationships?...

🐻 In this episode, we’re telling the classic Russian fairy tale Masha and the Three Bears! Masha finds a house in the forest, tries some porridge, sits in different chairs, and even takes a nap… but what happens when the bears come home? 👀 First, you’ll hear the full story in Russian. Then, we’ll go over key words and retell it with English translation to help you understand. Listen, learn, and...

In this episode of Simple Russian Stories, we’re talking about food and learning how to cook a traditional Russian dish—blini! 🥞 Join Masha as she goes to the store, buys ingredients, and prepares delicious Russian pancakes. You'll learn useful Russian vocabulary related to food, shopping, and cooking in a fun and simple way. 🎧 Perfect for beginner Russian learners! Our Telegram channel: https:/...