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From her experience learning Spanish to honest advice on how to learn any foreign language and much more, today I welcome Jo to the show❗Welcome to season 4 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you better understand the language learning process…

https://slowczech.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/295-Hudebni-epizoda-ceska-jmena-free.mp3 Hey there, welcome back to another episode of the podcast. Today, we will talk about Czech names. Do you know we rarely use names in their basic form in Czech? We like to spice up our names to the point they are hardly recognizable for foreigners. Take a quiz …

Would you like to learn more about Czech culture and practice your Czech? In this episode, Eliška prepared for you a story about a famous Czech writer and his most significant piece. Ahoj! Vítej v dnešní epizodě. Jak se máš? Jsem Eliška, lektorka a ředitelka slowczech, a dnes ti řeknu něco málo o Milanu Kunderovi. Tahle epizoda je jen krátký příběh…

Hey there, it’s Daniela. As a SlowCzech instructor, I’m thrilled to invite you to dive into a topic close to many Czech hearts – dogs! In this podcast episode “Venčím psa” (Walking the Dog), we’ll explore essential vocabulary and phrases for discussing man’s best friend in Czech. Whether you’re a proud dog owner or simply love canine companionship,…

Hey there! Do you know how many people are in Czechia? Or how many liters of beer each Czech drinks per year? Would you like to know? Check our newest podcast! Ahoj, já jsem Monča, jsem lektorka a taky dělám videa a podcasty. A mám ráda čísla. Nemám ráda matematiku, ale statistiku, je to pro mě moc zajímavý. Česko je docela malá země – víš kolik ta…

Join Matt on a journey to the Canary Islands! As you follow Matěj’s adventures, you’ll also have the chance to learn the future tense of “going” in Czech! Immerse yourself in the language while enjoying the journey. “Ahoj, já jsem Monča, jsem lektorka a taky dělám videa a podcasty. A dneska jsem se inspirovala u studenta Matta. Česky Matt je Matěj …

Curious about what to do in a car accident in the Czech Republic? Tune in to our latest episode to learn how to proceed and what to say when something happens on the road! Get ready for useful advice, practical words, and phrases that will help you in this stressful situation. Join SlowCzech and improve your Czech! Join slowczech Lab and in the tra…

From stumbling upon comprehensible input to learn Spanish to his ideas on how to stop translating in your head and much more, today I welcome Kameron to the show❗ Welcome to season 4 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you better understand the…

Hello, I’m Ema, a Czech language teacher and the author of podcasts at SlowCzech. Today, we’re going to talk about how things work in a Czech hospital. Have you ever been to a Czech hospital? Well, I hope not! Join slowczech Lab and in the transcript, you will find important words that you’ll hear in the episode. And if you want to improve your Cze…

Welcome to the third episode of our series “O českém sportu,” brought to you by slowczech tutor Daniela. In this episode, we’ll explore the successes of Czech tennis, highlighting names like Markéta Vondroušová and her Wimbledon victory, and delve into the linguistic side of tennis terminology. This Czech podcast in slow Czech is an excellent resou…

In this special episode for beginners learning Czech, Martina, a slowczech tutor and podcast creator, revisits a previous episode (number 284: Můj diář) to teach past tense in Czech. Sharing her activities from the previous week, Martina offers a practical and relatable way to learn and practice the past tense. Perfect for beginners aiming to enhan…

In this heartwarming and candid episode of the slowczech podcast, Eliška greets listeners with her signature warmth and spontaneity. With no script in hand, she dives into an improvised narrative that promises to be as engaging as it is personal. This particular installment not only offers a glimpse into the slowczech Lab, where learners can access…

Hello and welcome to a special Christmas episode of our podcast. Today, you’ll hear from three of our slowczech teachers – Veronika, Šárka, and Daniela – as they share their unique Christmas stories. Whether you’re learning Czech for (lower) intermediate or at advanced level, this episode offers a delightful insight into Czech culture and the varie…

Welcome to this episode of the slowczech podcast, designed specifically for beginners learning Czech. I’m Martina, a slowczech teacher and podcast author, here to help you start learning Czech in a fun and engaging way. Today, I’m going to share with you my weekly routine, giving you a glimpse into the life of a Czech language teacher. Whether you’…

From her struggles learning Russian the traditional way to the difference comprehensible input made in her language learning journey and much more, today I welcome Sophia to the show❗ Welcome to season 4 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you …

In today's episode Joel joins us to talk about why studying grammar is NOT a good idea if you're trying to learn a foreign language. Welcome to season 4 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you better understand the language learning process and…

Ahoj! Welcome to our special podcast episode! I’m Eva, and I’ll be guiding you through an unforgettable “Weekend at the Cottage” in the Czech Republic. Experience the charm of a Czech chalupa as we fully immerse ourselves in the Czech language and culture. Hear from participants about their adventures, from exploring local sights to enjoying tradit…

The theme of today’s episode is drinking coffee and tea in the Czech Republic. Do you like tea and coffee? Are they traditional drinks in your country? And what is the typical preparation of tea and coffee where you’re from? I’ll tell you how I drink tea and coffee and what their typical preparation was in our family when I was little. In slowczech…

Join tutor Nicole in this new podcast episode as she shares her adventurous and humorous story from her last weekend in Canada. Planning a final hike with her friend Verča, their journey turns into a series of unexpected and amusing moments. Don’t miss this episode, filled with laughter and life lessons. In slowczech Lab, get more insights with a t…

From her different language experiences in The Philippines, Canada & France to teaching English and Tagalog and much more, today I welcome Fides to the show❗ Welcome to season 4 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you better understand the lang…

In today’s podcast episode, Eliška speaks about the fascinating world of Karel Čapek’s famous play ‘RUR’, which stands for ‘Rossum’s Universal Robots’. If you’re intrigued by ‘RUR’ and want to go deeper into its themes in Czech, join us at slowczech Lab. There, you’ll find a transcript of this episode, vocabulary practice, and active learning tools…

From learning English with video games as a kid to his experience learning Japanese and much more, today I welcome Oskar to the show❗ Welcome to season 4 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you better understand the language learning process an…

Join us in the tranquil episode “Moje Zahrada” as Daniela, your Czech tutor, introduces vocabulary from her own quaint garden. Learn words like ‘tree’, ‘flowers’, and various colors, all vividly described in her peaceful haven. Engage more deeply by sharing your own garden tales and practicing your Czech in real-world contexts. Enhance your learnin…

Every day, Martina works on a computer, including online classes, material preparation, and communication. She will tell you about her work on the computer including many computer related words. Learn basic phrases for working on a computer. Do you learn Czech in an online course? Then this episode will come in handy for you on the next lesson! In …

Are extroverts poorer language learners because they tend to speak more and not listen as much? Welcome to season 4 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you better understand the language learning process and try to convince you that we can ALL …

From how he got started in his language journey with Spanish the natural way to learning languages like Vietnamese, Arabic, Farsi and others in those countries and much more, today I welcome Jeff to the show❗ Welcome to season 4 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language…

In this podcast episode, Czech language teacher Eliška shares her love for cars, particularly her white Landrover Defender. She describes basic car features and encourages you and other slowczech fans to share your car details in the comments and Discord platform. Eliška’s engaging podcast reflects her passion for teaching Czech and connects with h…

How can you keep your motivation up when learning a foreign language? This is the question I'll be answering in this episode of a new series in which I'll find language learning questions all over the internet and bring you the answers in rapid-fire style. Welcome to season 4 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interv…

Let’s dive together with Daniela into another sport topic from the series About Czech sports. Hi, this is Daniela, a slowczech teacher. Today’s podcast is about cycling. I’ll teach you words like “kolo” (bike), “silnice” (road), “cesta” (path), “jet” (to go), and “jezdit” (to ride). I describe my ride to a nearby lake, sharing the sights along the …

Čau! Jak to jde? In today’s episode, our awesome tutor Veronika shares stories from her childhood in a charming village where her grandma lived. Are you curious about her holiday adventures and the animals she cared for? Tune in and discover! Excited to learn and practice more with the audio? Join slowczech lab to: Learn and actively practice Czech…

From her wild attempt to learn Estonian in order to help her Czech students, to how she recommends you go about language acquisition and much more, today I welcome Eliška to the show❗ Welcome to a new episode of my "Language Input" podcast, and the latest of many interviews to help you understand that YOU TOO can learn ANY LANGUAGE while enjoying t…

In this podcast episode, slowczech teacher and founder Eliška talks about her cat, Kreveta. He is big, chubby, and beige. She asks if you have a cat or a dog and what their names are. Feel free to share in the comments on slowczech.com and in Discord platform if you are member of slowczech Lab. Eliška’s engaging podcast reflects her passion for tea…

From teaching Korean with video games to her husband's struggles to learn her native language and much more, today I welcome Hailey to the show❗ Welcome to a new episode of my "Language Input" podcast, and the latest of many interviews to help you understand that YOU TOO can learn ANY LANGUAGE while enjoying the process. Follow me on all my social …

Nazdárek, jak se daří? In this episode, Eliška talks about her adorable young son and the wonderful language journey he’s on. Ready to dive into her insights? Curious about how kids and parents communicate? You won’t want to miss this! And then, when you are ready for more inspiration on effective language learning and practical tips, join slowczec…

From his incredible experience creating Dothraki and High Valyrian languages for famous TV show Game of Thrones, to advice on language acquisition and much more, today I welcome David Peterson to the show❗ Welcome to a new episode of my "Language Input" podcast, and the latest of many interviews to help you understand that YOU TOO can learn ANY LAN…

Have you listened to the first episode created by Nicole? Our tutor Nicole is writing and telling you funny stories from her life. Make sure to listen to the first episode number 266. In today’s episode Nicole is going shopping with her friend Veronika. They go to the biggest mall in the whole Canada where Nicole is living right now. Their goals is…

From his bilingual experience (French-Japanese) as a kid in France to learning other languages as an adult and much more, today I welcome Bong to the show❗ Welcome to a new episode of my "Language Input" podcast, and the latest of many interviews to help you understand that YOU TOO can learn ANY LANGUAGE while enjoying the process. Follow me on all…

Ahoj, já jsem Eliška, zakladatelka slowczech, a dneska pro tebe mám fakt skvělou epizodu podcastu. Slowczech byl jako minulý rok na Brno Expat Fair, který organizuje náš partner Brno Expat Center. Letos jsme na BEF vytvořili nahrávací studio pro video a pro podcast a ptali jsme se cizinců, česky nebo anglicky – co mají rádi v Brně, jak se v Brně cí…

From her multiple experiences learning different languages to the importance of patience and the role talent plays, and much more, today I welcome Lotta to the show❗ Welcome to a new episode of my "Language Input" podcast, and the latest of many interviews to help you understand that YOU TOO can learn ANY LANGUAGE while enjoying the process. Follow…

What is Czech wine like? Where does it grown? And is there any typical Czech wine? Listen to the episode where Martina tells you about the wine culture in the Czech Republic. In the slowczech lab (coming in October 2023), you will learn how to order wine in Czech – you will practise actively sentences you can then use immediately in your daily life…

From his own experience as a multilingual kid himself to advice on how to learn languages naturally and much more, today I welcome Tetsu to the show❗ Welcome to a new episode of my "Language Input" podcast, and the latest of many interviews to help you understand that YOU TOO can learn ANY LANGUAGE while enjoying the process. Follow me on all my so…

From his different experiences learning various languages across the globe to how Latin helped him discover the power of comprehensible input and much more, today I welcome Manki to the show❗ Welcome to a new episode of my "Language Input" podcast, and the latest of many interviews to help you understand that YOU TOO can learn ANY LANGUAGE while en…

Ahoj, já jsem Eliška, zakladatelka slowczech a dneska pro tebe mám fakt skvělou epizodu podcastu. Slowczech byl jako minulý rok na Brno Expat Fair, který organizuje náš partner Brno Expat Center. Letos jsme na BEF vytvořili nahrávací studio pro video a pro podcast a ptali jsme se cizinců, česky nebo anglicky – co mají rádi v Brně, jak se v Brně cít…

Často mi říkáte a píšete, že čeština je melodická, že čeština má krásný zvuk. To je zajímavé, protože já slyším češtinu jako tvrdý jazyk. Pro mě osobně je melodický jazyk francouzština. A taky mám ráda… Are you eager to delve deeper into this fascinating content? Want access to the entire transcript, including questions, and so much more? Why not b…

Welcome to our podcast, where host Martina brings you a bit of everyday life in the Czech Republic. In this episode, she shares her experience with public transportation, specifically tram rides in Prague. Martina discusses the reliability of trams and the occasional disruptions, like track works leading to route changes. She highlights the importa…

Video games can be a tremendously interesting resource for language acquisition because of how compelling they are, but what's the best way to use them? Welcome to season 3 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you better understand the language …

From her wide variety of experiences learning languages in different countries to how to teach an ancient language the fun way and much more, today I welcome Beth to the show❗ Welcome to a new episode of my "Language Input" podcast, and the latest of many interviews to help you understand that YOU TOO can learn ANY LANGUAGE while enjoying the proce…

Welcome to a new and engaging episode of our podcast, perfect for those looking to learn Czech, especially beginners. Today, listen to the first episode of a new series called “Funny Stories from Life,” prepared by Nicole, a seasoned Czech teacher at slowczech. This series promises to be a delightful blend of humor and practical language learning. …

Is it better to start reading right away when learning a second language or should we wait a little longer to maximize the experience? Welcome to season 3 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll continue to have many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you better understand the language learning process a…