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slowczech – Learn Czech for Real Life

Tired of textbooks and grammar drills? This is the Czech podcast for thoughtful adults who want to speak real Czech… the kind you actually hear in daily life. Listen to episodes in slow Czech with authentic stories and conversations that help you immerse through comprehensible input, just like in our Immersion Program. Or join English episodes on mindset and confidence, guiding you to finally use Czech naturally and fearlessly. Since 2016, we’ve helped thousands of learners move from studying to…

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345 Come Hiking in the Czech Mountains with Me (Beginner Czech)

Want to practice Czech while travelling? In this beginner-friendly Czech vlog, Monča comments on Eliška's trip to the Beskydy Mountains. You'll hear slow, natural Czech and learn useful vocabulary connected with hiking, villages, forests, maps and Czech nature. Perfect for A1–A2 learners who want to improve listening naturally. In this episode you'll hear: • useful Czech words connected with…

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344 Visiting a Czech Home: 8 Czech Customs You Should Know (Intermediate Culture)

Going to visit Czech friends or your partner's family for the first time? Some Czech customs can be surprising—from changing into slippers to leaving with a box of homemade cake. In this episode, Monča shares eight everyday traditions that will help you understand Czech culture and feel more comfortable during real visits. If you're learning Czech and want authentic Czech listening practice, this…

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343 Why Do Czechs Love Kofola? The Story Behind Czech's Favorite Soda (Intermediate Culture)

Why would millions of Czechs choose Kofola over Coca-Cola? The answer is much bigger than taste. In this Czech podcast for intermediate learners, you'll discover the surprising history of Kofola—from its secret beginnings in communist Czechoslovakia to becoming one of the country's strongest cultural symbols. Improve your Czech listening while learning authentic vocabulary and fascinating Czech…

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339 The most magical places in Czechia that Czech people love and foreigners don't know (yet)

Do you think that you have already seen the Czech Republic? Let us show you "secret" places that many foreigners learning Czech don't know. In this episode, slowczech teacher Danča introduces four fascinating Czech towns that many tourists miss: Žatec – the world-famous town of hops and beer Písek – home to the oldest bridge in the Czech Republic Jičín – the fairy-tale town of Rumcajs Teplice –…

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337 Funny Czech Desserts: Rakvička, Věneček & Other Sweet Surprises (Intermediate Culture)

What do a little coffin, a wreath, and a poppy seed cake have in common? They’re all traditional Czech desserts! Join Monča and Šárka as they explore some of Czechia’s most beloved sweets, their unusual names, and the memories connected to them. You'll discover why children used to eat desserts with alcohol, why poppy seeds surprise many foreigners, and which desserts Czech people still love…

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336 Které české jídlo je nejhorší? (intermediate culture)

Would you eat cow stomach soup? In this episode, Monča and Šárka rate 5 bizarre Czech foods that often shock foreigners. From tripe soup and dill sauce to the beloved fried cheese, you’ll discover the delicious (and sometimes strange) side of Czech culture. Which dish would you try first? Let us know at contact@slowczech.com! --- Get the transcript here: https://slowczech.com/slowczechpodcast free…

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335 Six strange Czech cycling rules every foreigner should know (in simple and slow Czech)

Why do Czech people take cycling so seriously? In this episode, Eliška talks about Czech cycling culture, popular biking habits, and why Czech people buy more expensive bicycles than cars. Get the transcript here: https://slowczech.com/slowczechpodcast --- free “Real Czech Starter Kit”: slowczech.com/kit/pod Individual lessons: https://slowczech.com/courses/individual/

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334 Seven weird Czech hiking rules nobody prepares foreigners for

Do you love hiking and nature? In this episode, Eliška talks about 7 rather funny hiking rules and habits in Czechia. Why do Czech people always choose the longest route? Why is there beer and svíčková in the middle of a hike? And why does everybody suddenly become so friendly in the forest? Please do not take Eliška too seriously… but there is trošku pravdy Immerse yourself in slow and simple…

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342 Ten Signs You're Secretly Becoming Czech (Count Your Score!)

Are you becoming Czech without even realizing it? Take this fun Czech culture test and discover how many typical Czech habits you've already adopted. Learn real Czech vocabulary, everyday expressions, and the traditions that make Czech life unique. What's your final score? Get the transcript here: https://slowczech.com/slowczechpodcast ---- free “Real Czech Starter Kit”: slowczech.com/kit/pod…

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341 The 7 Czech Cases Enter a Reality Show… and Everything Changes

What if the seven Czech cases were contestants in a reality show? Meet Nominative, Instrumental, Genitive, Locative, and the rest of the “Seven Brothers” as they compete for survival. Learn Czech grammar through humor, memorable stories, and everyday examples instead of declension tables. Perfect for intermediate Czech learners (A2–B1) who want to remember Czech cases naturally. Join our Czech…

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