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Rating
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This podcast has
179 episodes
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No
Date created
2023/03/20
Latest episode
2026/09/25
Average duration
4 min.
Release period
7 days
Description
Learn Russian through a listening-focused system for beginners and low-intermediate learners. Each episode helps you gradually understand real spoken Russian through short stories and everyday topics without feeling overwhelmed. Want the full learning system for each episode? On Patreon you’ll get transcripts, guided listening tasks, speaking prompts, and writing practice designed to turn passive listening into active language progress: https://www.patreon.com/c/prostorussian Intro music: Lesfm, Olexy - The Beat of Nature
Podcast episodes
Check latest episodes from Prosto. Russian podcast podcast
A2+. На сцене // Russian Listening Practice
2026/09/25
Привет! In this episode, you’ll hear stories about performing in front of an audience. The main focus is on the emotions you might experience when you have to go on stage . In the transcript, you’ll also find a simple, easy-to-use framework for talking about your own experience of performing. Get the transcript HERE
📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A1+. Любимая комедия // Russian Listening Practice
2026/09/18
Привет! In this episode, I’m talking about my favourite comedy and share some stories related to it. The transcript for this episode doesn't just include the text, but it also comes with listening activities to help you train your ear, improve your comprehension, and notice new vocabulary and grammar in context. Get it here: HERE.
Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A2+. Мой тайм-менеджмент // Russian Listening Practice
2026/09/11
I’m a very organized person… until I’m not. 😅 In this new episode, I’m talking about my relationship with routines, lists, punctuality and one slightly toxic habit I’ve been trying to change. Listen to the new episode to hear the whole story and learn some REALLY useful everyday Russian along the way. Join my Patreon and get the transcript HERE
📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A1+. Сова и жаворонок в отпуске // Russian Listening Practice
2026/09/04
Привет! In this episode, I share a funny slice of daily life with my best friend, who happens to be my exact opposite when it comes to sleep. The story is told in simple Russian and perfect for upper-beginners practicing daily routines. The transcript for this episode doesn't just include the text, but it also comes with listening activities to help you train your ear, improve your comprehension, and notice new vocabulary and grammar in context. Get it here: HERE.
Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A2+. Компьютерные игры // Russian Listening Practice
2026/08/28
Привет! In this episode, I talk about computers games. Along the way we go through the main video game genres, so you'll pick up some useful vocabulary even if games aren't your thing. Join my Patreon and get the transcript HERE.
📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A1. На даче // Russian Listening Practice
2026/08/21
Привет! As summer is already coming to an end, it’s time for all those conversations about who did what and how they spent their summer. So it's perfect time to share my little story about ДАЧА. The transcript for this episode doesn't just include the text, but it also comes with listening activities to help you train your ear, improve your comprehension, and notice new vocabulary and grammar in context. Get it here: HERE.
Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A2+/B1. Студенческая жизнь // Listening Practice
2026/08/14
In this new episode, I’ve put together some interesting student activities, but I also mention some more typical ones. If you want to better understand what people say about university life in Russian, this episode is for you. Join my Patreon and get the transcript HERE.
📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A1+. Засуха // Listening Practice
2026/08/07
Привет! Today's episode is a short one, but it's about a very real and very current topic: the drought and the record-breaking heat we've been experiencing this summer.
The transcript for this episode doesn't just include the text, but it also comes with listening activities to help you train your ear, improve your comprehension and pronunciation, and notice new vocabulary and grammar in context. Get it here: HERE.
Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A2. В офисе // Listening Practice
2026/07/31
Привет! Today, you’ll meet my friend Andrey and learn about his typical day. Andrey works in an office, so in this episode we’ll talk about his morning routine, his workday, and what he usually does after work. Join my Patreon and get the transcript HERE.
📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A1. Хобби друзей // Russian Listening Practice
2026/07/24
Привет! In this week's podcast, I talk about what my friends enjoy doing in their free time and share plenty of useful vocabulary and natural expressions you can use when talking about hobbies and free time in Russian.
The transcript doesn't just include the text, but it also comes with listening activities to help you train your ear, improve your comprehension and pronunciation, and notice new vocabulary and grammar in context. Get it here: HERE.
Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A2+. Где бы я хотела пожить // Listening Practice
2026/07/17
Привет! Where would you like to live for a while? 🌍 In today’s episode, I’m sharing a place where I would love to live if I had the opportunity. Join my Patreon and get the transcript HERE.
📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A1+. Лето в деревне // Listening Practice
2026/07/12
In this episode, I'll share some childhood memories from the summers I spent in the countryside. Through this story, you'll learn the Russian names of some common animals and expand your Russian language vocabulary in context. A fun and natural way to improve your Russian language listening skills.If you're only catching part of the story then it's time to stop listening and start actually understanding. The full system is here: HERE.
Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A2+/B1. Правда об изучении языков // Listening Practice
2026/07/05
Привет! There are so many myths, stereotypes, and unrealistic expectations when it comes to learning a foreign language. And instead of helping you, they often slow your progress down. In today's episode, I'd like to share my thoughts on this. Join my Patreon HERE.
📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A1. Лето в городе // Listening Practice
2026/06/26
Привет! Summer is in full swing, which means one thing: we're all talking about how we're spending our time and what we've got planned for the season. And that means it's the perfect time to review some of the most common summer activities in Russian. That's exactly what today's short story is for. If you're only catching part of it, then it's time to stop listening and start actually understanding. The full system is here: HERE.
Prosto.Listen (A1+): https://prostorussianpodcast.com/prosto_listen_a1Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
A2+/B1. Иду к стоматологу // Listening Practice
2026/06/19
Привет! You know that one of the main goals of my podcast is to share real Russian with you through authentic stories. Well, this time my dental filling decided it was the perfect opportunity to practice vocabulary related to going to the dentist.
The listening practice is HERE.
📚 Read in simple Russian: https://prostorussianpodcast.com/russiangradedreader
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zbennett1983 2023/06/01
Great Russian resource!
This podcast is great - easy to digest but full of good material, sayings, and with interesting topics. The transcripts are helpful and I really like ...