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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.

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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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  • Unplanned Perfection: A Winter's Tale at Lake Bled

    Unplanned Perfection: A Winter's Tale at Lake Bled
    Dec 14 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Unplanned Perfection: A Winter's Tale at Lake Bled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2025-12-14-08-38-20-sl Story Transcript:Sl: Pod belim pregrinjalom zime je jezero Bled ležalo mirno.En: Under the white blanket of winter, Lake Bled lay still.Sl: Hoje se je slišalo le rahlo škripanje snega.En: The sound of footsteps was accompanied by the gentle crunching of snow.Sl: Goste snežinke so padale na tla in nežno pokrivale čarobno pokrajino.En: Thick snowflakes fell to the ground and softly covered the magical landscape.Sl: Na jezeru so ljudje drsali in uživali v zimskih radostih.En: On the lake, people skated and enjoyed the joys of winter.Sl: V ozadju so se veličastne Julijske Alpe bleščale v soncu, ovite v svež sneg.En: In the background, the majestic Julian Alps glistened in the sun, wrapped in fresh snow.Sl: Luka in Mateja sta hodila proti jezeru.En: Luka and Mateja were walking toward the lake.Sl: Oba sta nosila topla oblačila in bila zavita v mehke šale.En: Both wore warm clothes and were wrapped in soft scarves.Sl: Bila je zima in bližal se je dan svetega Miklavža.En: It was winter, and the feast of Saint Nicholas was approaching.Sl: Nadaljevala sta pot, Luka pa je bil nekoliko nervozen.En: They continued on their way, but Luka was somewhat nervous.Sl: "Sva že rezervirala sobo?En: "Have we already booked a room?"Sl: " je vprašala Mateja previdno.En: Mateja asked cautiously.Sl: Luka se je nasmehnil, čeprav je srce hitreje bilo.En: Luka smiled, although his heart was beating faster.Sl: "Seveda," je rekel in upal, da bo našel rešitev.En: "Of course," he said, hoping he would find a solution.Sl: V resnici Luka ni rezerviral ničesar.En: In reality, Luka hadn't booked anything.Sl: Njegova prirojena spontanost ga je pustila brez plana.En: His innate spontaneity had left him without a plan.Sl: A ta obisk je želel narediti poseben za Matejo.En: But he wanted to make this visit special for Mateja.Sl: Med hojo je previdno pokukal v telefon, pogledal seznam hotelov in želel najti prosto sobo.En: While walking, he cautiously peeked at his phone, checked the list of hotels, and hoped to find a vacant room.Sl: Ko sta prispela na jezero, je Luka vedel, da mora nekaj narediti.En: When they arrived at the lake, Luka knew he had to do something.Sl: Med ljudmi je zagledal majhno gostilnico ob obali.En: Among the people, he spotted a small inn by the shore.Sl: Vstopila je toplina in prijazen lastnik ju je pozdravil.En: Warmth enveloped them as they entered, and a friendly owner greeted them.Sl: "Imate prosto sobo?En: "Do you have a vacant room?"Sl: " je Luka nerodno vprašal.En: Luka asked awkwardly.Sl: Na srečo je lastnik odgovoril pritrdilno.En: Luckily, the owner replied affirmatively.Sl: "Danes zvečer imamo še eno sobo," je rekel.En: "We have one room available tonight," he said.Sl: Luka je olajšano oddahnil.En: Luka sighed in relief.Sl: Po namestitvi sta se vrnila na jezero.En: After settling in, they returned to the lake.Sl: Luka je imel pripravljeno presenečenje.En: Luka had a surprise prepared.Sl: Na robu jezera je postavil majhno mizo s svečo, vročo čokolado in piškoti.En: At the edge of the lake, he had set up a small table with a candle, hot chocolate, and cookies.Sl: "Mislila sem, da si pozabil," se je Mateja rahlo posmehnila, ko je videla presenečenje.En: "I thought you forgot," Mateja said with a slight smile when she saw the surprise.Sl: "Včasih tudi jaz kaj prav naredim," je odgovoril Luka z nasmeškom.En: "Sometimes I do get things right," Luka replied with a grin.Sl: Oba sta obula drsalke in odšla na led.En: Both of them put on skates and went onto the ice.Sl: Snežinke so plesale okoli njiju, čeprav nikjer ni bilo popolnega plana, a vseeno je bilo popolno.En: The snowflakes danced around them, and although there was no perfect plan, it was still perfect.Sl: Drsala sta roko v roki.En: They skated hand in hand.Sl: Luka se je obrnil k Mateji.En: Luka turned to Mateja.Sl: "Ni vedno vse popolno," je rekel.En: "Not everything is always perfect," he said.Sl: "Ampak, ko sva skupaj, je zmeraj dobro.En: "But when we're together, it's always good."Sl: ""V redu je, če ni vse načrtovano," mu je rekla Mateja.En: "It's okay if not everything is planned," Mateja told him.Sl: "Pomembno je, da sva skupaj.En: "What's important is that we’re together."Sl: "Tistega večera sta sedela ob jezeru, zagledana v zasneženo pokrajino in Sveti otok.En: That evening, they sat by the lake, gazing at the snowy landscape and Bled Island.Sl: Valovi spontanosti so ju povezali, tiho opominjali, da ni načrt toliko pomemben, kot je pomemben trenutek.En: Waves of spontaneity connected them, quietly reminding them that the plan isn't as important as the moment.Sl: Zvezde so se pojavile na nebu, in Luka je vedel, da je prav to tisto, kar si je želel – trenutek brez popolnosti, a z ljubeznijo in bližino v srcu.En: ...
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  • Finding the Heart of Christmas in Ljubljana's Snow

    Finding the Heart of Christmas in Ljubljana's Snow
    Dec 13 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Finding the Heart of Christmas in Ljubljana's Snow Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2025-12-13-23-34-02-sl Story Transcript:Sl: Sneg je nežno pokrival strehe Ljubljane in mestne ulice so sijale v svetlobi prazničnih lučk.En: The snow gently covered the roofs of Ljubljana and the city streets shone in the light of festive lights.Sl: Božični sejem je bil v polnem teku.En: The Christmas market was in full swing.Sl: Vonj kuhanega vina se je mešal z vonjem pečenega kostanja, ljudje pa so se smukali med stojnicami, ki so ponujale vse od ročno izdelanih izdelkov do toplih puloverjev.En: The smell of mulled wine mingled with the scent of roasted chestnuts, and people were bustling among the stalls, offering everything from handmade goods to warm sweaters.Sl: Matej je hitel po trgu.En: Matej hurried through the square.Sl: Bil je utrujen in zaskrbljen.En: He was tired and worried.Sl: Čas mu je uhajal.En: Time was slipping away from him.Sl: Njegova hčerka Nina je pričakovala nekaj posebnega za Božič.En: His daughter Nina was expecting something special for Christmas.Sl: Vedno je bil preveč zaposlen z delom, zato si je želel izbrati darilo, ki bi odražalo, koliko mu pomeni.En: He had always been too busy with work, so he wanted to choose a gift that would reflect how much she meant to him.Sl: "Jana!En: "Jana!"Sl: " je vzkliknil, ko jo je zagledal pri stojnici z božičnimi okraski.En: he exclaimed when he saw her at a stall with Christmas decorations.Sl: "Matej!En: "Matej!Sl: Kako gre lov na darila?En: How is the gift hunt going?"Sl: " ga je nasmejano vprašala Jana.En: Jana asked him with a smile.Sl: "Ne najbolje," je odkrito priznal.En: "Not great," he admitted openly.Sl: "Potrebujem tvojo pomoč.En: "I need your help.Sl: Nisem prepričan, kaj naj izberem.En: I'm not sure what to choose."Sl: ""Pridi z mano," je rekla Jana samozavestno.En: "Come with me," Jana said confidently.Sl: "Poznam popolno mesto.En: "I know the perfect place."Sl: "Vodila ga je po trgu in se spretno izmikala množici.En: She led him through the square, skillfully weaving through the crowd.Sl: Prišli sta do stojnice z lesenimi igračami.En: They came to a stall with wooden toys.Sl: Oči Mateja so se svetlikale.En: Matej's eyes sparkled.Sl: Tam je bila prekrasna lesena igralna hiška.En: There was a beautiful wooden dollhouse.Sl: Toda ravno takrat je k stojnici pristopila še ena družina.En: But just then, another family approached the stall.Sl: Matej se je zavedel, da bi lahko prišlo do neljubega nesporazuma.En: Matej realized there could be an awkward misunderstanding.Sl: Njegova želja je bila močna, a ni želel biti nevljuden.En: His desire was strong, but he didn't want to be rude.Sl: Obrnil se je k Jani, ki je šopek cvetlic opazila na drugi stojnici: majhne snežne krogle z motivi Ljubljane.En: He turned to Jana, who noticed a bouquet of flowers at another stall: small snow globes with Ljubljana motifs.Sl: "To je za Nino nekaj posebnega," je rekel Matej, obujajoč spomine na njune skupne sprehode po mestnih ulicah.En: "This is something special for Nina," Matej said, recalling their shared walks through the city streets.Sl: In bila je prava.En: And it was perfect.Sl: Sneg je v snežni krogli zaplesal ravno tako, kot je tisti večer po mestu.En: The snow in the snow globe danced just like it did that evening in the city.Sl: Ko sta se oddaljila od trga, je Matej tiho razmišljal o Darilih in Božiču.En: As they moved away from the square, Matej quietly reflected on gifts and Christmas.Sl: Razumel je, da ni važna cena ali velikost, temveč misel in trud, ki ga posvetimo izbiri.En: He understood that the price or size didn't matter, but the thought and effort that goes into the choice did.Sl: Hvaležen je pogledal Jano.En: He looked at Jana gratefully.Sl: "Hvala, Jana.En: "Thank you, Jana.Sl: Mislim, da sem našel popolno darilo," je dejal, stisnjen med ljudi a srečen.En: I think I've found the perfect gift," he said, squeezed among the people, yet happy.Sl: Mesto je bilo še vedno polno življenja, toda Matej je zdaj mirno korakal po Prešernovem trgu.En: The city was still full of life, but Matej now walked calmly through Prešeren Square.Sl: Snežinke so padale, luči so svetlikale ter razsvetljevale njegovo pot.En: Snowflakes were falling, lights were twinkling, illuminating his path.Sl: Z občutkom veselja in zadovoljstva se je odpravil domov, ponosen, da šteje nekaj več kot le darilo - ljubezen in skrb, ki ju nudi kot oče.En: With a sense of joy and satisfaction, he headed home, proud that what counts more than just a gift is the love and care he provides as a father. Vocabulary Words:gently: nežnostalls: stojnicemingled: mešalbustling: smukalihunted: lovweaving: izmikalasparkled: svetlikaleawkward: neljubegamisunderstanding: nesporazumamotifs: motivireflected: odražalocrammed: stisnjentwinkling: svetlikaleilluminating: ...
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  • A Christmas of Unity: Finding Warmth Beyond the Snow

    A Christmas of Unity: Finding Warmth Beyond the Snow
    Dec 13 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: A Christmas of Unity: Finding Warmth Beyond the Snow Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2025-12-13-08-38-20-sl Story Transcript:Sl: Snežna pokrajina Bohinja je bila dih jemajoča.En: The snowy landscape of Bohinj was breathtaking.Sl: Belo odejo snega so krasile pisane lučke, ki so odsevale v mirnem jezeru.En: A white blanket of snow was adorned with colorful lights reflecting in the calm lake.Sl: Toplina vikendice, ki jo je grel prasketajoči kamin, je vabilo družino v notranjost.En: The warmth of the cabin, warmed by a crackling fireplace, invited the family inside.Sl: Toda znotraj sten te hiše se je odvijal drugačen mraz.En: But within the walls of this house, a different kind of cold was unfolding.Sl: Bližala se je božična večerja, ki je ponavadi zadela družino s konflikti in nesoglasji.En: The Christmas dinner was approaching, which usually struck the family with conflicts and disagreements.Sl: Mateja si je močno želela, da bi bilo letos drugače.En: Mateja greatly wished for this year to be different.Sl: Upala je na božič brez prepirov.En: She hoped for a Christmas without quarrels.Sl: Izkušnje so jo naučile, da mora prevzeti odgovornost za mir.En: Experience had taught her that she needed to take responsibility for maintaining peace.Sl: Letos pa je bila že izčrpana.En: However, this year she was already exhausted.Sl: Njena družina je vedno potrebovala posrednika in ta naloga je pogosto padla na njena ramena.En: Her family always needed a mediator, and that role often fell on her shoulders.Sl: Matejin brat Jure je vedno prihajal z nasmehom, a v sebi je čutil tesnobo.En: Mateja's brother, Jure, always arrived with a smile but felt anxiety within.Sl: Venomer sta ga spremljali negotovost in občutek, da ni nikoli dovolj dober.En: Insecurity and the feeling of never being good enough constantly accompanied him.Sl: Na družinskih srečanjih se je pogosto umaknil v kot, proč od osrednje pozornosti.En: At family gatherings, he often withdrew to a corner, away from the central focus.Sl: "Družina, danes želim, da imamo vsi nekaj lepega skupaj," je rekla Mateja, ko so se vsi posedli za mizo.En: "Family, today I want us all to have something nice together," said Mateja as they all sat down at the table.Sl: "Organizirala sem igro, ki bo vključevala vse.En: "I've organized a game that will include everyone."Sl: "Jure je sproščeno zavzdihnil.En: Jure sighed with relief.Sl: Ni bil ravno navdušen.En: He wasn't exactly excited.Sl: Toda ko je Mateja pričela z razlago igre, se je videlo, da je vključila nekaj, kar bi lahko združilo vse.En: But when Mateja began explaining the game, it was clear she had included something that could unite everyone.Sl: Igra je bila enostavna.En: The game was simple.Sl: Vsi so morali prispevati eno dobro lastnost o drugem.En: Everyone had to contribute one good quality about another.Sl: V začetku je šlo gladko, dokler stric ni omenil Juretove neuspešne zadnje službene misije.En: Initially, it went smoothly until the uncle mentioned Jure's unsuccessful last work mission.Sl: "Morda bi bil bolj uspešen, če bi se bolj potrudil," je dejal.En: "Perhaps you would be more successful if you tried harder," he said.Sl: Napetost je rasla.En: The tension was rising.Sl: Mateja je takoj vstala.En: Mateja stood up immediately.Sl: "Dragi stric," je nežno rekla, "pustimo preteklost za nami.En: "Dear uncle," she gently said, "let's leave the past behind.Sl: Osredotočimo se na to, kar je dobro v danem trenutku.En: Let's focus on what's good at this moment."Sl: "Jure je zbral pogum.En: Jure gathered the courage.Sl: "Rad bi povedal nekaj o Mateji," je rekel.En: "I'd like to say something about Mateja," he said.Sl: "Ona vedno skrbi za vse nas.En: "She always takes care of all of us.Sl: Toda pozabljamo, da tudi ona potrebuje čas zase.En: But we forget that she also needs time for herself."Sl: "Atmosfera se je začela spreminjati.En: The atmosphere began to change.Sl: Mateja je bila presenečena nad Juretovo iskrenostjo.En: Mateja was surprised by Jure's honesty.Sl: Ostali sorodniki so se pridružili pogovoru, kjer so ga hvalili za njegovo prijaznost in zanesljivost.En: Other relatives joined the conversation, praising him for his kindness and reliability.Sl: Večer je mineval v prijetnem vzdušju.En: The evening passed in a pleasant ambiance.Sl: Mateja se je počutila osvobojeno.En: Mateja felt liberated.Sl: Spoznala je, da ji ni treba vedno biti posrednik in da lahko družina prevzame del bremena miru.En: She realized she didn't always have to be the mediator and that the family could take on part of the burden of maintaining peace.Sl: Jure je odšel iz vikendice s toplim občutkom v srcu.En: Jure left the cabin with a warm feeling in his heart.Sl: Njegova družina ga je sprejela takšnega, kakršen je.En: His family accepted him as he was.Sl: Njegovo okolje ga je začelo resnično ...
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