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 Are you ready to supercharge your Slovenian listening comprehension?

Our podcast is the perfect tool for you. Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing.

That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in Slovenian, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Slovenian and English.

This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension. But we don't stop there.

Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts you may have struggled with.

Our podcast is not just for language learners, it's also for travelers or people who wants to connect with their roots. Are you planning a trip to Lake Bled, Postojna Cave, or Ljubljana Castle? Maybe you want to speak Slovenian with your grandparents from Ljubljana?

Our podcast will provide you with the cultural and linguistic background necessary to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere and life of Slovenia, the primary country where Slovenian is fluently spoken. Our podcast is based on the latest research in linguistics, sociolinguistics,
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  • Caffeine Crisis Averted: A Roastery's Journey to Resolution

    Caffeine Crisis Averted: A Roastery's Journey to Resolution
    May 14 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Caffeine Crisis Averted: A Roastery's Journey to Resolution Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2026-05-14-07-38-20-sl Story Transcript:Sl: Vroče pomladno sonce je skozi okno osvetljevalo pražarno kave.En: The hot spring sun shone through the window, illuminating the coffee roastery.Sl: Zrak je bil napolnjen z vonjem sveže mlete kave.En: The air was filled with the scent of freshly ground coffee.Sl: Stroj za mletje je enakomerno brnel v ozadju in ustvarjal občutek stalnosti, ki ga je rahlo zmotil šum pogovora.En: The grinding machine hummed steadily in the background, creating a sense of permanence, only slightly disrupted by the murmur of conversation.Sl: Matej je stal ob kotu, kjer so bile zložene vreče iz jute, polne kavnih zrn, a prazne obljub.En: Matej stood by the corner, where jute bags full of coffee beans, but empty of promises, were stacked.Sl: Njegove obrvi so bile rahlo namrščene, oči pa napete od skrbi.En: His eyebrows were slightly furrowed, and his eyes were tense with worry.Sl: Odprava kave še ni prispela in to bi lahko pomenilo težave za pražarno.En: The coffee shipment had not yet arrived, which could spell trouble for the roastery.Sl: Vsak zamik bi lahko vplival na njihovo oskrbo in posledično na stranke.En: Any delay could affect their supply and, consequently, their customers.Sl: "Moramo najti rešitev," je rekel Matej, ko je z mislimi preskakoval med možnostmi.En: "We need to find a solution," said Matej, as he mentally skipped through the possibilities.Sl: Ob njem je Anja živahno poslušala.En: Next to him, Anja listened intently.Sl: Videlo se je, da je mlada baristka želela pokazati svojo vrednost, čeprav je dvomila, ali ji ta služba resnično ustreza.En: It was evident that the young barista wanted to prove her worth, even as she doubted if this job truly suited her.Sl: Borut je prispel na sestanek z zaskrbljenim izrazom.En: Borut arrived at the meeting with a worried expression.Sl: Ni želel, da bi kdorkoli vedel za njegove težave doma, a hitenje med službo in družinskimi dolžnostmi ga je spravljalo v časovno stisko.En: He didn't want anyone to know about his troubles at home, but juggling work and family duties was making him run short on time.Sl: "Možnosti ni veliko," je nadaljeval Matej.En: "There aren't many options," continued Matej.Sl: "Če ne dobimo fižola pravočasno, moramo gledati pri drugih dobaviteljih.En: "If we don't get the beans on time, we need to look to other suppliers.Sl: Kaj menite?En: What do you think?"Sl: "Anja je previdno dvignila roko.En: Anja cautiously raised her hand.Sl: "Morda bi lahko začasno prilagodili našo ponudbo," je predlagala.En: "Maybe we could temporarily adjust our offerings," she suggested.Sl: "Naše stranke bi razumele, če bi jim pojasnili situacijo.En: "Our customers would understand if we explained the situation to them."Sl: "Matej je razmišljal o njeni ideji, ko je Borut nenadoma spregovoril.En: Matej pondered her idea when Borut suddenly spoke.Sl: "Mogoče se lahko poskušam pogovoriti z dobaviteljem," je rekel, njegov glas pa je bil dovolj odločen.En: "Maybe I can try talking to the supplier," he said, his voice sufficiently determined.Sl: Kljub svojim notranjim bojem se je nameraval soočiti z odgovornostmi.En: Despite his inner struggles, he intended to face his responsibilities.Sl: "Borut, kaj se je zgodilo s to pošiljko?En: "Borut, what happened with this shipment?"Sl: " je nežno vprašala Anja, čeprav je bilo očitno, da je širša resnica že na obzorju.En: Anja gently asked, even though it was clear that the broader truth was already on the horizon.Sl: Borut je vzdihnil in začel razlagati, kako je njegova družina potrebovala več njegovega časa.En: Borut sighed and began explaining how his family needed more of his time.Sl: Stvarnost njegovih osebnih izzivov je bila bolj zapletena, kot je želel priznati.En: The reality of his personal challenges was more complex than he wanted to admit.Sl: Matej se je sprva zatrdil, a nato se njegov obraz zmehčal.En: Matej initially steeled himself, but then his expression softened.Sl: "Vsi se soočamo s težavami," je dejal s toplim tonom.En: "We all face challenges," he said with a warm tone.Sl: "Pomagali vam bomo najti rešitev za to situacijo.En: "We'll help you find a solution to this situation."Sl: "Prijateljski pogovor je postal prava rešitev.En: The friendly conversation became a proper resolution.Sl: Skupaj so sklenili, da bodo začasno naročili manjšo količino iz alternativnega vira.En: Together, they decided to temporarily order a smaller quantity from an alternative source.Sl: Anja se je dogovorila za načine, kako obveščati stranke o spremembah, Borut pa je sprejel ponudbo za prilagodljiv urnik, ki bo upošteval njegove družinske potrebe.En: Anja arranged ways to inform customers about the changes, and Borut accepted the offer of a flexible schedule ...
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  • Family Reconnection in the Heart of the Julian Alps Retreat

    Family Reconnection in the Heart of the Julian Alps Retreat
    May 13 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Family Reconnection in the Heart of the Julian Alps Retreat Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2026-05-13-22-34-01-sl Story Transcript:Sl: Spomladansko sonce je posijalo skozi drevesa Julianovih Alp.En: The spring sun shone through the trees of the Julianovih Alp.Sl: Dolina je bila tiha in polna ptičjega petja.En: The valley was quiet and filled with birdsong.Sl: Tri preproste lesene kabine so stali v vrsti, pripravljene sprejeti obiskovalce na duhovni umik.En: Three simple wooden cabins stood in a row, ready to welcome visitors on a spiritual retreat.Sl: Med temi obiskovalci so bili Žiga, Mateja in Simona.En: Among these visitors were Žiga, Mateja, and Simona.Sl: Bili so tam kot del družinskega srečanja, ki ga je organizirala Mateja.En: They were there as part of a family gathering organized by Mateja.Sl: Mateja se je veselila umika.En: Mateja looked forward to the retreat.Sl: Želela si je, da bi družina postala bolj povezana.En: She wanted the family to become more connected.Sl: Žiga, najstarejši brat, je bil skeptičen.En: Žiga, the oldest brother, was skeptical.Sl: Niso ga prepričali koncepti duhovnosti, a je vseeno upal, da bo našel nekaj notranjega miru.En: He wasn't convinced by the concepts of spirituality, but he still hoped to find some inner peace.Sl: Simona, najmlajša sestra, je bila v zadregi.En: Simona, the youngest sister, was uneasy.Sl: Družinska dinamika ji je bila včasih preveč.En: The family dynamics were sometimes too much for her.Sl: Prvi dan so se odpravili na meditacijo.En: On the first day, they set out for meditation.Sl: Gorski zrak je bil svež in čist.En: The mountain air was fresh and clean.Sl: Žiga se je odločil, da bo sodeloval resno, čeprav je imel dvome.En: Žiga decided to participate seriously, even though he had doubts.Sl: Medtem ko so vsi sedeli v krogu, je Mateja poskušala ohraniti razpoloženje prijazno.En: While everyone sat in a circle, Mateja tried to maintain a friendly atmosphere.Sl: Simona se je smejala na skrivaj.En: Simona secretly giggled.Sl: Njena sarkastična narava je pogosto zakrila njene globlje negotovosti.En: Her sarcastic nature often concealed her deeper insecurities.Sl: Naslednji dan je bilo napeto.En: The next day was tense.Sl: Žiga in Simona sta se sporekla.En: Žiga and Simona had an argument.Sl: Simona ni želela deliti svojih občutkov.En: Simona didn't want to share her feelings.Sl: Žiga je bil frustriran zaradi njene zaprtosti.En: Žiga was frustrated by her closed-off nature.Sl: Mateja je poskušala posredovati.En: Mateja tried to mediate.Sl: Vsi trije so imeli različne poglede.En: All three had different viewpoints.Sl: Nato je prišel čas za skupinsko refleksijo.En: Then, it was time for group reflection.Sl: Sedeli so v krogu zunaj, obkroženi z zelenimi listi pomladi.En: They sat in a circle outside, surrounded by the green leaves of spring.Sl: Vodič jih je pozval, naj delijo svoje misli.En: The guide invited them to share their thoughts.Sl: Nenadoma je Žiga vstal.En: Suddenly, Žiga stood up.Sl: Govoril je o svojih občutkih in iskanju smisla.En: He spoke about his feelings and search for meaning.Sl: Obrnil se je k Simoni.En: He turned to Simona.Sl: Rekel ji je, da si želi boljše razumevanje med njima.En: He told her that he wished for better understanding between them.Sl: Simona je bila sprva tiho, nato pa je spregovorila o svojih strahovih.En: Simona was silent at first, but then she spoke about her fears.Sl: Tenzije so se stopnjevale, dokler niso vsi trije začeli odkrivati svojih resničnih občutkov.En: Tensions escalated until all three began to uncover their true feelings.Sl: Bila je iskrena in čustvena izmenjava.En: It was an honest and emotional exchange.Sl: Mateja je jokala.En: Mateja cried.Sl: Čutila je pritok olajšanja in sreče.En: She felt a wave of relief and happiness.Sl: Končno so se lahko odkrito pogovorili.En: Finally, they could talk openly.Sl: Ko so zaključili, so se objeli.En: When they finished, they hugged.Sl: Čutila se je sprememba.En: A change was felt.Sl: Žiga je postal bolj dovzeten in odprt.En: Žiga became more receptive and open.Sl: Spoznal je, da je ranljivost v odnosih vrednota.En: He realized that vulnerability in relationships is a virtue.Sl: Simona se je naučila zaupati svojim občutkom.En: Simona learned to trust her feelings.Sl: Mateja je bila srečna, ker je družina našla pot do boljšega razumevanja.En: Mateja was happy because the family had found a way to better understanding.Sl: Ko so zapustili umik, so obljubili, da bodo ostali povezani.En: As they left the retreat, they promised to stay connected.Sl: Julian Alps so ostale za njimi, a njihovo sporočilo o povezanosti je ostalo v njihovih srcih.En: The Julian Alps were left behind, but their message of connection remained in their hearts.Sl: Zdaj so se vrnili domov z obnovljenimi družinskimi vezmi in boljšim uvidom v ...
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  • Discovering Inner Peace: A Journey Around Lake Bled

    Discovering Inner Peace: A Journey Around Lake Bled
    May 13 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Discovering Inner Peace: A Journey Around Lake Bled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2026-05-13-07-38-20-sl Story Transcript:Sl: Na sončni pomladni dan se nad jezerom Bled dviga meglica.En: On a sunny spring day, a mist rises over jezero Bled.Sl: Drevesa ob vodi so polna barvnih cvetov.En: The trees by the water are full of colorful blossoms.Sl: V zraku je vonj sveže rasti.En: There is the scent of fresh growth in the air.Sl: Mitja stoji na začetku poti.En: Mitja stands at the beginning of the path.Sl: Ob njem je Katja, njena topla energija ga pomirja.En: Beside him is Katja, her warm energy calms him.Sl: Mitja je prišel na duhovni oddih.En: Mitja came for a spiritual retreat.Sl: Njegove sanje še vedno niso izpolnjene.En: His dreams have not yet been fulfilled.Sl: Upal je, da bo našel jasnost med hojo okoli jezera.En: He hoped to find clarity while walking around the lake.Sl: Katja, terapevtinja in velika ljubiteljica narave, mu je bila všeč.En: Katja, a therapist and great nature lover, appealed to him.Sl: Imela je sposobnost pomiriti ljudi.En: She had the ability to calm people.Sl: "Zdravo, si pripravljen?En: "Hello, are you ready?"Sl: " ga vpraša Katja z nasmehom.En: Katja asks with a smile.Sl: Mitja prikima.En: Mitja nods.Sl: "Hoditi okrog tako lepega jezera.En: "Walking around such a beautiful lake...Sl: Veselim se.En: I'm looking forward to it."Sl: " Pot je mirna, voda jezera odseva modro nebo.En: The path is serene, the lake's water reflects the blue sky.Sl: Misli Mitje so počasi postale bolj jasne.En: Mitja's thoughts slowly became clearer.Sl: A poti do notranjega miru nikoli niso povsem gladke.En: But the paths to inner peace are never completely smooth.Sl: Na pol poti se Mitju začne po kolenu pojavljati stara bolečina.En: Halfway through, an old pain starts to flare up in Mitja's knee.Sl: Vsak korak postaja težji.En: Each step becomes harder.Sl: Nekaj časa grizlja, upa, da bo minilo.En: He grits his teeth, hoping it will pass.Sl: A bolečina postaja neznosna.En: But the pain becomes unbearable.Sl: Mora se ustaviti.En: He has to stop.Sl: Katja opazi njegov zaskrbljeni izraz.En: Katja notices his worried expression.Sl: "Mitja, izgleda, da te boli.En: "Mitja, it looks like you're in pain.Sl: Greva malo na kraj, tamle je lep razgled," predlaga sočutno.En: Let's take a break, there's a nice view over there," she suggests compassionately.Sl: Mitja okleva.En: Mitja hesitates.Sl: Želi si hoditi naprej.En: He wants to keep walking.Sl: Lov na jasnost je močan.En: The pursuit of clarity is strong.Sl: A Koleno ga boleče opozarja drugače.En: But his knee painfully reminds him otherwise.Sl: Končno se odloči poslušati telo.En: Finally, he decides to listen to his body.Sl: Počasi zapusti pot in s Katjo dosežeta skriti kotiček.En: Slowly leaving the path, he and Katja reach a hidden spot.Sl: Tam je kamen, kjer posedeta.En: There is a rock where they sit down.Sl: Veter rahlo piha, med krošnjami dreves se svetlikajo sončni žarki.En: The wind gently blows, sunbeams shimmer through the treetops.Sl: Katja začne raztezati z njim.En: Katja starts to stretch with him.Sl: Počasi, nežno.En: Slowly, gently.Sl: "Ne gre le za cilje, Mitja.En: "It's not just about the goals, Mitja.Sl: Tudi trenutek v naravi je že del poti," ga pomiri.En: Even a moment in nature is part of the journey," she reassures him.Sl: Mitja globoko zadiha.En: Mitja takes a deep breath.Sl: Telesu pusti počitek.En: He allows his body to rest.Sl: Meditacija na prostoru postane globoka.En: Meditation in the spot becomes deep.Sl: Misli se sprostijo, bolečina omili.En: Thoughts relax, the pain eases.Sl: "Veš," reče Mitja kasneje, oči se mu bleščijo, "mislim, da sem našel nekaj zelo pomembnega.En: "You know," Mitja says later, his eyes shining, "I think I've found something very important.Sl: Nočem več teči naprej za cilji.En: I don't want to rush toward goals anymore.Sl: Pomembna je tudi pot sama.En: The journey itself is important too."Sl: "Katja se smehne.En: Katja smiles.Sl: "Tako je.En: "That's right.Sl: Umiritev in jasnost nista nujno v dosegi cilja, pač pa v vsakem trenutku.En: Calmness and clarity aren't necessarily in reaching the goal, but in every moment."Sl: "Pozornost na zdaj, na tu in zdaj, Mitja najde mir, ki ga je iskal.En: With attention to the now, the here and now, Mitja finds the peace he was seeking.Sl: Drugačen mir, ampak globlji.En: A different peace, but deeper.Sl: Sprejemanje telesa mu prinese nekaj novega: samospoštovanje in potrpežljivost.En: Acceptance of his body brings him something new: self-respect and patience.Sl: Kleno zadiha, v složnosti z naravo.En: He breathes firmly, in harmony with nature. Vocabulary Words:mist: meglicablossoms: cvetovispiritual: duhovniretreat: oddihclarity: jasnosttherapist: terapevtinjaappealed: všečserene: mirnareflects: odsevasmooth: gladkeflare: pojavljatigrits: ...
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