In this episode, I read a simplified version of Anton Chekhov’s short story “Оратор” — a humorous and ironic story about a man who gives a speech at a funeral… but things don’t go quite as planned.

Together, we’ll listen to the story, talk about interesting words and expressions, and enjoy Chekhov’s sharp humor and simple, natural Russian.

This episode is perfect for intermediate learners (B1–B2) who want to improve their listening skills and explore Russian classics in an accessible way.