Not Russian Russian

Feb 06 2024 1
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Learn lively Russian through simple dialogues with Katya and Masha. We will delve into topics such as culture, history, and the lives of Russian speakers. Spoiler: they aren't just Russians! Our goal is to assist students in learning Russian and pique their interest in the cultures and languages of other countries in the former USSR. We will select topics that supplement the knowledge you have acquired from Russian sources, enabling you to develop a comprehensive understanding of our region Support us, download free materials on Patreon Questions and suggestions: [email protected]

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If you were born in Eastern Europe | Если бы вы родились в Восточной Европе

Feb 06 2024 12 mins  
How long is our maternity leave? What do we give to doctors in the maternity hospital? Is it necessary to bribe to get into kindergarten? And what's the funny story that happened to Masha? We're starting a podcast series about the education system! For your questions and suggestions [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p

Why don't we feel cold in winter? | Почему мы не мерзнем зимой?

Jan 24 2024 11 mins  
Why is it so warm in our apartments in winter? What should we eat to avoid freezing? And how do we use the expression "to walk on thin ice" in language? Support us and download materials on Patreon For your questions and suggestions [email protected] Book your discovery call here --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/not-russian

What will you have for breakfast? | Что будете на завтрак?

Jan 16 2024 11 mins  
What is the most popular breakfast in the world? And which breakfast do we love the most in our region? What do people eat in the far north where there are no vegetables and fruits? Listen to the new episode where we talk about breakfasts! Support us and download materials on Patreon For your questions and suggestions [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https

Cheers to love! | Выпьем за любовь!

Dec 30 2023 14 mins  
How do we say "cheers" in Russian? How do we celebrate New Year and Christmas? What is "herring under a fur coat"? Plus, the recipe for the perfect toast speech! *The discount is valid throughout January, not December. Support us and download materials on Patreon For your questions and suggestions [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https:

Do not do THIS in Eastern Europe! | Не делайте ЭТО в Восточной Европе!

Nov 30 2023 10 mins  
In this episode, we share secret knowledge that will definitely come in handy if you travel to our countries. What is this knowledge? Listen to the episode and find out! Support us and download free materials on Patreon For your questions and suggestions [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/not-russian-russian/message

Medicine in the Slavic Way | Как мы лечимся

Nov 23 2023 11 mins  
What methods do our mothers and grandmothers use to treat us for a cold? Why are children given garlic in kindergarten? How did vinegar save the life of a Swede in China? All this in the new episode! Support us and download free materials on Patreon For your questions and suggestions [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show

Mysticism in a Slavic Way | Мистика по-славянски

Nov 09 2023 9 mins  
What happened to Katya again? How do paganism and Christianity intertwine in our culture? Do we celebrate Halloween? And who's the superstar of Slavic mythology? Support us and download free materials on Patreon For your questions and suggestions [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/not-russian-russian/message

Tea? Coffee? Shall We Dance? | Чай, кофе, потанцуем?

Nov 02 2023 10 mins  
Tea or coffee? That's the question! In the new episode, we talk about coffee culture, our love for Belarusian coffee shops, and a bit about the history! Plus, a bonus awaits you: we conducted a real social poll! Support us and download free materials on Patreon For your questions and suggestions [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spoti

What were we watching on TV? | Что мы смотрели по телевизору?

Oct 26 2023 10 mins  
What did we watch on TV? Why would these programs never have been shown in the USSR? And what show was the most scandalous? Find the answers to these questions in the new episode! Support us and download free materials on Patreon For your questions and suggestions [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/not-russian-russian/

New Russians - Gangsters from the 90s | Новые русские - гагнстеры из 90-ых

Oct 14 2023 10 mins  
Who are the "New Russians"? What were they involved in? Why did they wear raspberry-colored jackets? And why do many people remember the '90s with horror? Find out in the new episode with our secret guest! Support us and download free materials on Patreon For your questions and suggestions [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.