You’ll learn why long Ukrainian words are delicious like borshch (not scary), how to tame the beastly “И”, and finally roll your Rs like a Ukrainian tractor. Warning: tongue twisters ahead. But don’t worry — we’ve got your back (and your mouth).

Reading Text: Привіт, час для граматики — і цього разу ми тренуємо язик. Ми говоримо про дикі українські звуки — ті самі, що розтягують рот, випробовують терпіння і змушують відчути себе мовною зіркою. Ви дізнаєтесь, чому довгі українські слова такі ж смачні, як борщ.

This episode is all about Ukrainian food and drinks — the real stuff. No clichés, no propaganda, just honest answers to your spicy questions. Let’s go:

- Is borscht russian or Ukrainian?
- Do we really eat only meat and potatoes? ...

- And yes… do Ukrainians cry over bread?

This one’s cozy, cultural, and a little chaotic. Like grandma’s kitchen after a wedding.

Larisa and Alex talk about old and modern Ukrainian films that are definitely worth watching. From a tragic mountain love story to a modern smuggling thriller, this list isn’t your average “cinema classics” roundup. Beginner-friendly, cozy, and practical.

You’ll pick up simple lines:

An old shelter dog wanders into the life of a disheartened woman—and quietly leads her back to hope, friendship, and a chance at love. This narrated episode guides you through feelings vocabulary (sadness, gratitude, fear, affection).

Today’s handy lines:

• «Mene tse vzhe ne khvylyuvalo.» — I didn't care anymore.

• «Ty zalyshayesh mene zarady...» — You're leaving me for...

• «Vin usmikhnuvsya i potsiluvav mene.» — He smiled and kissed me.

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Читає Світлана Соколовa @svitsokolova

In this episode, Alex untangles two easy ways to say “have” in Ukrainian—natural «U mene ye…» and the verb form «Ya mayu…»—so you know when each shines. Larissa coaches your pronunciation line by line, moving from slow to natural speed. Beginner-friendly, cozy, and practical.

You'll pick up handy lines:

• «U nas ye vilnyi stolyk.» — "We have a free table."

• «Ty mayesh brata?» — "Do you have a brother?"

• «Ya mayu kvytok.» — "I have a ticket."

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In this episode, we meet Oleksandr — and guess what? He’s kind of a goody two-shoes (or so he says😏). Join us as we dive into the thrilling world of everyday stuff: brushing teeth, saving students, making a mess, pretending not to be tired… you know, normal life. Perfect for practicing Ukrainian about daily routines — with a twist of attitude.

Hey! It’s Larissa here — and today I’m in a mood that smells like vanilla, sausage, and just a hint of pussy willow. Because we’re diving into Easter, Ukrainian style!

I hope you've already shaken out your blankets, dug out that Easter basket from the back of your closet, and stocked up on eggs by the dozen. This holiday episode is packed with good stuff — and trust me, Ukrainian Easter is anything but boring! There will be greetings, baking, egg decorating, and yes... a bit of egg combat (don’t worry, it’s just a tradition 😄)

This week:
– There are threats of terrorist attacks on Easter — but our people stay safe.
– The National Guard got a big THANK YOU for protecting everyone.
– Kyiv is building tiny houses… for bugs! (Yeah, really)
– And the weather next Sunday? Get ready for clouds and warm sunshine.

On her birthday, a woman gets an unexpected call—and everything flips. Red heels, a vanished plan, and a clue she didn’t see coming. This narrated episode coaches you through past-tense verbs (I got, I went, I saw, I understood).

Today’s handy lines:

• «Ya vidkryla dveri i pobachyla korobku.» — I opened the door and saw a box.

• «Meni treba bulo hotuvatysya do vechirky.» — I had to get ready for the party.

• «Uchora vony kupuvaly tsi tufli.» — Yesterday they were buying the shoes.

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Читає Світлана Соколовa @svitsokolova

Meet Ukrainian Up — your new graded podcast for learning real Ukrainian step by step. In this trailer, Halyna and Alex introduce the show, explain how it works, and help you start speaking from day one. Slow pace, simple vocabulary, warm energy.

You’ll hear natural lines like:

• «Pohovorymo ukrayinskoyu?» — “Shall we speak Ukrainian?”
• «Ya zhurnalistka z Kyyeva.» — “I'm a journalist from Kyiv.”
• «Diakuyemo i do pobachennia!» — “Thankyou, and goodbye!”

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Perfect for beginners, returners, and anyone who wants Ukrainian to finally click. 💛💙