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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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  • A Choice Amid Ruins: Zala's Stand Against the Cold

    A Choice Amid Ruins: Zala's Stand Against the Cold
    Jan 24 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: A Choice Amid Ruins: Zala's Stand Against the Cold Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2026-01-24-08-38-20-sl Story Transcript:Sl: Snežni oblaki so se vlekli po nebu nad preostanki nekdanje Ljubljane.En: Snow clouds stretched across the sky over the remnants of the former Ljubljana.Sl: Mesto, nekoč živo in polno kulture, je zdaj stalo kot spomenik propadu človeštva.En: The city, once lively and full of culture, now stood as a monument to the downfall of humanity.Sl: Drevesa so se skrivaj ovijala okoli zgradb, ki so nekoč bile ponos mesta.En: Trees quietly wrapped around the buildings that once were the pride of the city.Sl: Zala je bila sključena nad Rokom v zavetju ruševin, ki so jim trenutno služile za dom.En: Zala was hunched over Rok in the shelter of the ruins that currently served as their home.Sl: Zrak je bil hladen in ostro je rezalo skozi vse luknje in špranje.En: The air was cold, slicing sharply through every hole and crevice.Sl: Rok je ležal ob ognjišču, obraz bled od izgube krvi.En: Rok lay by the hearth, his face pale from blood loss.Sl: Zala je vedela, da ga je treba čim prej oskrbeti.En: Zala knew he needed care as soon as possible.Sl: Njegovo rano je povzročila divja žival, ki ju je napadla med iskanjem hrane.En: His wound had been caused by a wild animal that had attacked them while they were searching for food.Sl: Zala je bila včasih sanjačica.En: Zala was once a dreamer.Sl: Želela je postati pesnica - morda bi nekoč na Prešernov dan sama brala svoje verze na Prulskem mostu.En: She wanted to become a poet - perhaps one day she would read her verses on Prešeren Day at the Prulski Bridge.Sl: Zdaj je bila medicinka, ki je za preživetje uporabljala le svoje znanje in skromne zaloge.En: Now she was a medic, using only her knowledge and modest supplies for survival.Sl: Dilema je klela v njeni glavi.En: A dilemma cursed in her mind.Sl: Imela je nekaj zdravil, vendar le za enkratno oskrbo - njega ali sebe.En: She had some medicine, but only enough for one-time care—him or herself.Sl: Dokler ni bila potrebna izbira, je to breme nosila v srcu.En: As long as the choice wasn't necessary, she carried this burden in her heart.Sl: Rok je zastokal.En: Rok groaned.Sl: Zala je hitro prijela za njegov obraz.En: Zala quickly grabbed his face.Sl: "Ostani z menoj, Rok.En: "Stay with me, Rok.Sl: Ne obupaj," je zašepetala, njen glas je bil tih kakor sneg, ki je padal okoli njiju.En: Don't give up," she whispered, her voice as quiet as the snow falling around them.Sl: Nenadoma so zunaj slišali hrumenje.En: Suddenly, they heard a commotion outside.Sl: Drhal divjih živali se je približevala.En: A pack of wild animals was approaching.Sl: Zala je pospešeno vstala.En: Zala quickly stood up.Sl: Pogledala je okoli sebe, le njena odločnost je ostala sredi te zime.En: She looked around, only her resolve remained amidst this winter.Sl: Vedela je, da mora zaščititi Roka.En: She knew she had to protect Rok.Sl: Nič ni bilo brez tveganja.En: Nothing was without risk.Sl: Vzela je palico, ki jo je imela poleg sebe.En: She grabbed a stick she had beside her.Sl: Ko so se živali približale, je stala v vratih votline, kjer sta se skrivala.En: As the animals approached, she stood at the entrance of the cave where they were hiding.Sl: Prestregla jih je, nekaj jih je pregnala z odločnimi udarci.En: She intercepted them, driving some away with determined blows.Sl: To je bilo nevarno.En: It was dangerous.Sl: Njena izpostavljenost je grozila, da jo bo preglasila, toda uspela je.En: Her exposure threatened to overpower her, but she succeeded.Sl: Ko se je vrnila k Roku, je bil njegov obraz bled, a še vedno prisoten.En: When she returned to Rok, his face was pale but still present.Sl: Zala je vedela, da odločitev ne more več čakati.En: Zala knew the decision could no longer wait.Sl: Povlekla je svojo zadnjo zalogo zdravil.En: She pulled out her last supply of medicine.Sl: Sveče so se pomešale z njenimi solzami, ko jih je nanašala.En: Her tears mixed with the salve as she applied it.Sl: "Prešeren bi želel, da se posvetim tistemu, kar šteje," je rekla sama sebi.En: "Prešeren would want me to focus on what counts," she told herself.Sl: Položila mu je roko na čelo in ga pokrila z odejami.En: She placed her hand on his forehead and covered him with blankets.Sl: S časom je Rok začenjal kazati znake okrevanja.En: Over time, Rok began to show signs of recovery.Sl: Njegovo dihanje je postalo enakomernejše.En: His breathing became more even.Sl: Na njegovem obrazu je bil prvi kanček barve.En: There was the first hint of color on his face.Sl: Zala je sedela ob njem, zavedajoč se pomembnosti tega, kar je naredila.En: Zala sat beside him, aware of the significance of what she had done.Sl: Čeprav je bila sama, je imela občutek topline, ki je premagal zimske vetrove.En: Though she was alone, she felt a warmth that ...
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  • Daring Skates and Thin Ice: A Winter's Tale of Friendship

    Daring Skates and Thin Ice: A Winter's Tale of Friendship
    Jan 23 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Daring Skates and Thin Ice: A Winter's Tale of Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2026-01-23-23-34-02-sl Story Transcript:Sl: Zgodaj zjutraj se je meglica počasi dvigala nad Blejskim jezerom.En: Early in the morning, the mist slowly rose over Blejski Lake.Sl: Sneg je prekrival okolico, in v daljavi se je svetil cerkveni otok.En: Snow covered the surroundings, and in the distance, the church island shone brightly.Sl: Mateja je stala na obali, v rokah držala svoje drsalke in opazovala tanko plast ledu na jezeru.En: Mateja stood on the shore, holding her skates in her hands and watching the thin layer of ice on the lake.Sl: Bila je polna pričakovanja in vznemirjenja.En: She was filled with anticipation and excitement.Sl: Njena duša je hrepenela po svobodi, po avanturi, ki jo mesto in vsakdanja rutina nista mogla ponuditi.En: Her soul longed for freedom, for an adventure that the city and everyday routine could not offer.Sl: Anže, njen prijatelj, se je približal počasi.En: Anže, her friend, slowly approached.Sl: "Mateja, si prepričana?En: "Mateja, are you sure?Sl: Led ne izgleda dovolj trden," je rekel z zaskrbljenostjo v očeh.En: The ice doesn't look sturdy enough," he said with concern in his eyes.Sl: Bil je previden in odgovoren, vedno skrbel za varnost drugih.En: He was cautious and responsible, always caring for the safety of others.Sl: Mateja pa je pogledala proti obzorju, kjer se je v rahli svetlobi zalesketala gladina.En: Mateja looked towards the horizon, where the surface glimmered in the faint light.Sl: "Saj veš, da potrebujem to.En: "You know I need this.Sl: Samo en trenutek na ledu, Anže," je odgovorila.En: Just one moment on the ice, Anže," she replied.Sl: Luka je prišel z druge strani, nasmejan in poln energije.En: Luka arrived from the other side, smiling and full of energy.Sl: "Mateja, ne skrbi!En: "Mateja, don't worry!Sl: Led bo zdržal.En: The ice will hold.Sl: Moramo uživati v zimi, ne pa vedno samo razmišljati o strahu," je rekel in ji pomežiknil.En: We must enjoy winter, not always think about fear," he said and winked at her.Sl: Mateja je stala med dvema prijateljema, vsak s svojim mnenjem.En: Mateja stood between two friends, each with their own opinion.Sl: Pogledala je na jezero, kjer se je led na nekaterih mestih že kazal kot tanek sijaj.En: She looked at the lake where the ice already showed as a thin sheen in some places.Sl: Slišala je razpoke ledu in vedela, da je dan, ko bo sledila svojemu srcu in ne strahu.En: She heard the cracks in the ice and knew that today was the day to follow her heart and not her fear.Sl: Obula je drsalke in počasi stopila na led.En: She put on her skates and slowly stepped onto the ice.Sl: Njena koža je čutila hladno sapo, srce pa je hitreje utripalo.En: Her skin felt the cold breeze, and her heart beat faster.Sl: Led se je pod njo nevarno zatresel.En: The ice beneath her trembled dangerously.Sl: "Mateja, previdno!En: "Mateja, be careful!"Sl: " je zavpil Anže od daleč.En: Anže shouted from afar.Sl: Led je začel pokati.En: The ice began to crack.Sl: Zvok je bil jasen in grozeč.En: The sound was clear and threatening.Sl: Mateja je hitro razmišljala.En: Mateja thought quickly.Sl: Zavrtela se je in zbrala vso svojo energijo, da je zdrsela nazaj proti varnemu delu obale.En: She spun around and gathered all her energy to glide back to the safe part of the shore.Sl: Njeno srce je bilo divje, a počutila se je živa.En: Her heart was wild, but she felt alive.Sl: Končno je dosegla trdna tla.En: Finally, she reached solid ground.Sl: Anže in Luka sta planila k njej, Luka navdušeno in Anže z olajšanjem.En: Anže and Luka rushed to her, Luka excitedly and Anže with relief.Sl: "Videti si bila kot ptica, Mateja!En: "You looked like a bird, Mateja!"Sl: " je vzkliknil Luka.En: Luka exclaimed.Sl: Anže pa je deloval bolj resno, a s toplim glasom.En: Anže, however, acted more seriously, but with a warm voice.Sl: "Je bilo vredno?En: "Was it worth it?"Sl: " je vprašal.En: he asked.Sl: Mateja je počasi prikimala.En: Mateja nodded slowly.Sl: "Ja, ampak pomembno je vedeti, kje je meja," je rekla.En: "Yes, but it's important to know where the limit is," she said.Sl: Razumela je, da svoboda in odgovornost hodita z roko v roki.En: She understood that freedom and responsibility go hand in hand.Sl: Z roko v roki so se vsi trije odpravili nazaj v vas.En: Hand in hand, all three headed back to the village.Sl: Mateja je bila hvaležna za oba prijatelja.En: Mateja was grateful for both friends.Sl: Doživela je tisto, kar je potrebovala – občutek svobode.En: She experienced what she needed—the feeling of freedom.Sl: Znala pa je ceniti tudi varnost in trdnost, ki sta ju prinašala prijateljstvo in pravi trenutek.En: But she also knew how to appreciate the safety and solidity that friendship and the right moment brought. Vocabulary Words:mist: ...
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  • Espresso Encounters: A Serendipitous Morning in Ljubljana

    Espresso Encounters: A Serendipitous Morning in Ljubljana
    Jan 23 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Espresso Encounters: A Serendipitous Morning in Ljubljana Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2026-01-23-08-38-20-sl Story Transcript:Sl: Ko je Matevž vstopil v majhno kavarno v Ljubljani, je zadišalo po sveže kuhani kavi.En: When Matevž entered the small café in Ljubljana, it smelled of freshly brewed coffee.Sl: Bil je hladen zimski dan, ljudje pa so s spretno prepletenimi plašči in šali sedeli za majhnimi mizicami, pripravljeni na nov dan.En: It was a cold winter day, and people wrapped in skillfully intertwined coats and scarves sat by small tables, ready for the new day.Sl: Matevž je le iskal miren kotiček, kjer bi vzel svojo kavo in preletel nekaj strani novega rokopisa.En: Matevž was just looking for a quiet corner to take his coffee and skim through a few pages of the new manuscript.Sl: Njegov dan se ni smel začeti brez popolne skodelice kave.En: His day couldn't start without a perfect cup of coffee.Sl: Na pultu pri blagajni se je vila dolga vrsta.En: There was a long line at the counter.Sl: Matevž je zdržema opazoval baristo, ki je pripravljal več naročil naenkrat.En: Matevž observed the barista who was preparing multiple orders at once.Sl: Ko končno pride na vrsto, jasno naroči: "En espresso, prosim.En: When his turn finally came, he clearly ordered, "One espresso, please."Sl: " Da bi prekratil čas, medtem ko čaka, pogleda naokrog.En: To pass the time while waiting, he looked around.Sl: Blizu je stala Tadeja, ki je živahno klepetala z nekom na telefonu in se veselo smejala.En: Nearby stood Tadeja, who was lively chatting with someone on the phone and laughing cheerfully.Sl: Njen glas je bil skoraj melodičen.En: Her voice was almost melodic.Sl: Na drugi strani kavarne pa je bil Gorazd, z glavo skoraj zakopan v laptop, s prsti, ki so divje udarjali po tipkovnici.En: On the other side of the café was Gorazd, with his head nearly buried in his laptop, fingers wildly typing on the keyboard.Sl: Zdel se je popolnoma osredotočen na delo.En: He seemed completely focused on work.Sl: Ko Matevževo ime pokličejo, je hitro stopil do pulta, toda isto naredijo tudi Tadeja in Gorazd.En: When Matevž's name was called, he quickly stepped to the counter, but so did Tadeja and Gorazd.Sl: Vsi trije se srečajo ob vzajemnem pogledu nejevere.En: All three met with mutual looks of disbelief.Sl: "Mislil sem, da je to moja kava," reče Matevž.En: "I thought this was my coffee," Matevž said.Sl: "Tudi jaz!En: "Me too!Sl: Točno tako sem naročil," vzklikne Tadeja, še vedno v dobri volji.En: That's exactly what I ordered," exclaimed Tadeja, still in good spirits.Sl: Gorazd umakne pogled z zaslona, zmeden: "Pardon, mislim, da je to moje naročilo.En: Gorazd looked up from his screen, confused: "Sorry, I think this is my order."Sl: "Matevž globoko vdihne.En: Matevž took a deep breath.Sl: Na trenutek pomisli, da bi protestiral, a se odloči ubrati drugačen pristop.En: For a moment, he thought about protesting, but decided to take a different approach.Sl: "Zakaj ne bi skupaj ugotovili, katera kava je čigava?En: "Why don't we figure out together whose coffee is whose?Sl: Mogoče smo slučajno vsi naročili isto.En: Maybe we all happened to order the same thing."Sl: "Tadeja se strinja: "Dobra ideja!En: Tadeja agreed: "Good idea!Sl: Pogovorimo se.En: Let's talk it over."Sl: " Gorazd sicer zadržano, a s prijaznostjo prikima.En: Gorazd, though a bit reserved, nodded kindly.Sl: Vsedli so se za mizo in kmalu ugotovili, kje je nastal zaplet.En: They sat at a table and soon figured out where the mix-up had occurred.Sl: V trenutku, ko so delili zgodbe in smeh, je Matevž pozabil na začetno frustracijo.En: As they shared stories and laughter, Matevž forgot about his initial frustration.Sl: Tadeja je razlagala o zanimivostih Ljubljane, Gorazd pa je občasno dodal kakšno programsko anekdoto.En: Tadeja talked about the interesting aspects of Ljubljana, while Gorazd occasionally added a programming anecdote.Sl: Kmalu zatem se jim pridruži tudi barista, ki je opazil situacijo in se parkovaval za zaplet.En: Soon after, the barista, who had noticed the situation, joined them and apologized for the mix-up.Sl: Prinese še eno kavo, nasmehne se: "Mini kavarna, velika zmeda, a dobra družba.En: He brought another coffee and smiled: "Small café, big confusion, but good company."Sl: " Ostali trije se zasmejijo.En: The other three laughed.Sl: Matevž končno dobi svoj espresso, čeprav nekoliko kasneje, a vse napetosti so minile.En: Matevž finally got his espresso, although a bit later, but all tensions had dissipated.Sl: Na koncu je Matevž ugotovil, da je v kavarni dobil več kot le kavo.En: In the end, Matevž realized that he got more than just coffee at the café.Sl: Našel je zanimiva poznanstva in si obljubil, da bo naslednjič takšne nenapovedane dogodke sprejel z odprtimi rokami.En: He found interesting acquaintances ...
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