In this episode, I read a simplified version of "Ah, teeth" by Anton Chekhov — a humorous short story about pain, patience, and the little dramas of everyday life. You’ll hear slow and clear Russian and discover useful words and expressions.  Perfect listening practice for A2 - B1 learners. Let’s learn Russian, word by word!

In this episode, I read a simplified version of "Love" by Mikhail Zoshchenko. You’ll hear slow, clear Russian, learn new expressions, and answer a few questions to check your understanding. Great listening practice for A2–B1 learners. Let’s learn Russian, word by word!

In this episode, I read a simplified version of "The Watch" by Mikhail Zoshchenko. You’ll hear slow, clear Russian, learn useful vocabulary, and answer a few questions to help you follow the story. Perfect for A2–B1 level learners. Let’s explore Russian, word by word!

In this episode, I read a simplified version of "Boys" by Anton Chekhov — a light and humorous story about friendship, imagination, and a very unexpected escape plan. You’ll hear slow, clear Russian and learn new words and expressions. Great listening practice for B1–B2 learners. 

In this episode, I read a simplified version of ""The Towel with a Cockerel Motif"" — a short story from Mikhail Bulgakov’s cycle A Young Doctor's Notebook. It’s a fascinating glimpse into life in a remote Russian hospital, told with warmth, irony, and vivid detail. You’ll hear slow, clear Russian and learn new vocabulary. 

In this episode, I read a simplified version of the story "Sad Eyes" by Mikhail Zoshchenko — a short and touching piece with his signature humor and warmth. As always, you’ll hear clear and slow Russian, learn new expressions, and answer a few questions to check your understanding. Ideal for A2–B1 level learners. Let’s explore Russian, word by word.

In this episode, I read a simplified version of Zoshchenko’s short story "The Barrel". It’s another humorous look at daily Soviet life. You’ll hear clear, slow Russian, learn useful expressions, and answer a few questions to test your understanding. Great listening practice for B1–B2 learners. 

In this episode, I read a simplified version of the short story "The Crisis" by Mikhail Zoshchenko — a witty look at everyday life during hard times. You'll hear slow and clear Russian, learn useful vocabulary, and answer a few simple questions to check your understanding. Perfect for A2–B1 level learners. Let’s dive in, word by word!

In this episode, I read a simplified version of a funny short story by the Russian author Mikhail Zoshchenko. You’ll hear slow, clear Russian and explanations of key words and expressions. It’s a great listening practice for A2–B1 learners. I hope you enjoy the story, word by word!