Simple Russian Stories

In this episode we talk about “owls” and “larks” — people who prefer staying up late or waking up early. You will also learn why modern society is often organized around early schedules and why this can be difficult for some people. This episode is designed for B1-B2 learners of Russian and includes clear, natural speech and useful everyday vocabulary.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryOnline lessons with me: https://artemevamaria.taplink.ws/Free Russian reading course: https://youtu.be/yh4pHZaNPZM?si=VXAnSa0sU4abZgPiMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

In this episode you will listen to an adapted version of the famous fairy tale Красная Шапочка (Little Red Riding Hood). This story is told in slow and clear Russian and is perfect for A2 learners. While listening, you will learn useful vocabulary about family, the forest, everyday actions, and simple past tense verbs. Fairy tales are great for language learning because the story is easy to follow and the vocabulary repeats many times.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryOnline lessons with me: https://artemevamaria.taplink.ws/Free Russian reading course: https://youtu.be/yh4pHZaNPZM?si=VXAnSa0sU4abZgPiMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

In this episode we talk about a birthday celebration.You will learn:
how to congratulate someone
vocabulary about gifts and parties
simple verbs in the present tense
common phrases for everyday situationsPerfect for beginners who want to understand simple stories in Russian.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryOnline lessons with me: https://artemevamaria.taplink.ws/Free Russian reading course: https://youtu.be/yh4pHZaNPZM?si=VXAnSa0sU4abZgPiMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

Why do Russians say “Pushkin is our everything”?In this B2-level episode, we explore the life, personality, and cultural legacy of Alexander Pushkin — the founder of modern Russian literature. You’ll learn about his childhood, education, exile, relationships with the emperor, superstitions and duels.We also discuss cultural references to Pushkin in modern Russia and why he remains so influential today. Perfect for upper-intermediate Russian learners who want to understand not just the language, but the cultural context behind it.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryOnline lessons with me: https://artemevamaria.taplink.ws/Free Russian reading course: https://youtu.be/yh4pHZaNPZM?si=VXAnSa0sU4abZgPiMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

In this episode, we go to a Russian supermarket and practice real-life dialogues for A1 learners.You will learn:
how to ask about prices, numbers, useful phrases at the checkout, how to use “этот” and “тот” (this/that), common shopping vocabulary.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryOnline lessons with me: https://artemevamaria.taplink.ws/Free Russian reading course: https://youtu.be/yh4pHZaNPZM?si=VXAnSa0sU4abZgPiMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

Valentine’s Day in Russian — from A1 to C1 ❤️In this special episode, you will hear one romantic story told at five different language levels: A1, A2, B1, B2 and C1.But the grammar, vocabulary and sentence structure become more complex with each level.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryOnline lessons with me: https://artemevamaria.taplink.ws/Free Russian reading course: https://youtu.be/yh4pHZaNPZM?si=VXAnSa0sU4abZgPiMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

Weird Russian Habits: What Surprises Foreigners in Russia? Why do Russians keep a “bag of bags”? Why do men shake hands every single day? And why do balconies often look like storage rooms?In this B2-level episode, we talk about everyday Russian habits that surprise foreigners. Based on a popular article and my personal experience — we explore cultural differences, historical context, and the logic behind these traditions. This episode is perfect for upper-intermediate learners who want to expand their vocabulary, understand Russian mentality better, and hear natural spoken Russian with cultural commentary.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryOnline lessons with me: https://artemevamaria.taplink.ws/Free Russian reading course: https://youtu.be/yh4pHZaNPZM?si=VXAnSa0sU4abZgPiMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamariaBooks from the episode:https://perito.media/posts/transsib-book «Транссиб. Поезд отправляется!»https://eksmo.ru/book/moskva-vladivostok-ITD902157/ «Москва—Владивосток»

In this episode of Simple Russian Stories, we listen to a simplified version of the classic Russian fairy tale Teremok. The story is told in clear, slow Russian and is suitable for A2-level learners. You will practice basic verbs, simple dialogues, and common structures used in everyday speech.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryIf you wanna read confidently in Russian: https://youtu.be/yh4pHZaNPZM?si=VXAnSa0sU4abZgPiMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

In this episode, I share my personal travel experience in China.I talk about my trip to Guangzhou, Sanya, Guilin, Yangshuo, and the rice terraces. You’ll hear about big Chinese cities, high-speed trains, local food, long journeys, and what it feels like to travel across very different regions of one country. I also share some real moments from the trip — including getting sick on the rice terraces and realizing how important it is to listen to your body while traveling.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryIf you wanna read confidently in Russian: https://youtu.be/yh4pHZaNPZM?si=VXAnSa0sU4abZgPiMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

In this A1–A2 episode we explore the coldest places in Russia — Yakutia, Oymyakon and Verkhoyansk.
You’ll learn how people live in extreme frost, what they wear, what they eat, and why winter in these regions is so unique.
A simple and engaging story for beginner learners who want to expand their vocabulary and listen to real, easy Russian.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

A1 Christmas Special.
This episode tells a simple and heart-warming story about Masha, an eight-year-old girl who celebrates Russian Christmas on January 7th.
You will learn about Christmas Eve (Сочельник), traditional foods like kutya and kozuli, the night church service, gifts under the Christmas tree, and the beginning of Svyatki — twelve festive days full of songs, guests, and joy. A perfect cozy episode for beginner Russian learners ✨📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446Say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

A warm B2 holiday story about choosing meaningful gifts before the New Year. Andrey wants to find presents that are practical, personal, and thoughtful — something more than simple souvenirs. He looks for gifts for his friends, his parents, and even for himself, discovering that true gifts carry emotions and attention. A cozy, easy-to-follow episode with useful everyday vocabulary and plenty of New Year atmosphere.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446To say thank you: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

In this holiday episode, we read an adapted B1—B2 level version of Mikhail Zoshchenko’s short story “Yolka”. The text is clear, simple, and full of warm New Year and Christmas atmosphere. At the end of the episode, you’ll learn several useful Russian Christmas greetings and how to use them correctly.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446By me a coffe: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

A1–A2 Russian Story — “Yan’s First New Year in Russia”
In this episode, you’ll hear a simple and warm story about how Yan celebrates his very first Russian New Year with friends and family in Saint Petersburg. Perfect for beginner and pre-intermediate learners who want to practice vocabulary about holidays, winter, celebrations, and daily life.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446By me a coffe: buymeacoffee.com/artemevamaria

In this atmospheric Russian story, the narrator discovers a mysterious café that appears only to people who feel lost.
This gentle, emotional text is perfect for learners at B1–B2 who want to practice listening to narrative Russian with rich, vivid vocabulary.
A story about quiet moments, intuition, and finding your way back.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446

In this beginner-friendly episode, student Yan introduces his classmates from China, Canada, France, Germany, Turkey and Spain.
This simple A1-A2 text helps you practice vocabulary for countries, nationalities, jobs, family and hobbies, as well as basic sentence patterns for describing people.
A great episode for daily listening and building confidence with easy Russian.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446

In this episode, we talk about one of the biggest names in Russian literature — Leo Tolstoy.You’ll learn about his childhood, his extraordinary family life, his philosophy, and the cultural impact of his famous novels.We also explore the modern image of Tolstoy — from memes to surprising facts.This episode is perfect for B1-B2 learners who want to discover Russian culture through an accessible and engaging story.The drafts of Peace and War: https://tolstoy.ru/creativity/90-volume-collection-of-the-works/📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446

In this episode, you’ll hear about Yan’s week — a student from America who studies in Moscow.This story will help you practice the days of the week and the verbs ехать and ездить, with natural, real-life details about student life in Russia.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446

In this episode, we talk about Russian mythology and the famous characters from Russian folk tales — from the scary Baba Yaga and Koschey the Deathless to the kind but mischievous house spirit Domovoy. This episode is perfect for level B1–B2 learners who want to understand Russian culture, legends, and traditional symbols better.🎃 Listen, learn, and get into the Halloween mood — the Russian way!📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446

In this episode, you’ll hear one topic — food and cooking — on five Russian levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1.Listen and see how Russian changes from simple sentences to natural, fluent speech.Perfect for learners who want to grow step by step and feel real progress.📄 Transcript + Quizlet set in my Telegram: https://t.me/rustor_podcast🎥 Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@russian.with.maryMy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RussianwithMary446