Best Learn Slovak Podcasts (2025)

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How to say “Watch out for thieves!” in Slovak; Tradition and Customs on St. Barbara the Patron Saint of Miners; What is Rhythmic rule in Slovak Language; S9E18 32:21

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6d ago32:21

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Today's episode is about traditional and modern celebrations of St. Barbara, the patron saint of Slovak miners. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about the Slovak rhythmic rule as well as a few new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “Watch out for thieves!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue…

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How to ask “Are you going to the Christmas market?” in Slovak; From St. Catherine to Christmas Markets; Traditional and Modern Customs in Slovakia; S9E17 23:40

14d ago23:40

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Today's episode is about Slovaks transition from the end of November to the Christmas celebration. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to ask “Are you going to the Christmas market? “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m…

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How to ask “What do Slovaks eat?” in Slovak; What Slovaks Eat Every Day; S9E16 23:47

20d ago23:47

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Today's episode is about what Slovaks eat every day. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “What do Slovaks eat?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short article about what Slovaks eat every day. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about what Slovaks eat …

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How to ask “What are the typical expenses?” in Slovak; Living Costs in Slovakia; A Friendly Look at Everyday Costs in Slovakia; S9E15 22:57

27d ago22:57

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Today's episode is about living costs in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to ask “What are the typical expenses? “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my overview of typical expenses for residents in Slovakia. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking abou…

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How to say “I’m trying to save a little” in Slovak; 10 Tips for Effective Savings in the Kitchen; S9E14 23:08

1M ago23:08

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Today's episode is about effective savings in the kitchen. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “I'm trying to save a little.“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my dialogue. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about how to effectively save some money in the…

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How to say “We are lost” in Slovak; Spooky Halloween activities in Slovakia; S9E13 27:16

1M ago27:16

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Today's episode is about how Slovaks celebrate the spirit of Halloween. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “We are lost“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my Halloween dialogue. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about how Slovaks celebrate the spirit of…

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How to ask “Do you speak standard Slovak?” in Slovak; Ľudovít Štúr: The Voice of Slovakia; S9E12 23:35

2M ago23:35

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Today's episode is about one of Slovakia’s greatest legends - Ľudovít Štúr. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my short article. You will also learn how to ask “Do you speak standard Slovak?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a few short sentences about Ľudovít Štúr and one of his quotes. Episode notes In to…

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How to ask “Can you give me some advice” in Slovak; Going to a Fitness Center in Slovakia; Dialogue; S9E11 24:02

2M ago24:02

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Today's episode is about going to a fitness center in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from my fitness vocabulary. You will also learn how to ask “Can you give me some advice?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a short dialogue about going to a fitness center in Slovakia for the first time. Episode notes I…

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How to say “Hey, let’s talk!“ in Slovak; St. Francis of Assisi; Was St. Francis a Vegetarian?; S9E10 23:31

2M ago23:31

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Today's episode is about St. Francis of Assisi. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Hey, let’s talk!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short story about St. Francis in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about St. Francis of Assisi. In the S…

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How to ask “Do you like pets?” in Slovak; World Animal Day in Slovakia; 10 Interesting Facts about Animals; S9E9 23:17

2M ago23:17

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Today's episode is about World Animal Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from todays topic. You will also learn how to ask “Do you like pets?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find 10 interesting facts about animals. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about World Animal Day in Slovakia. In…

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How to ask “Do you like wine?” in Slovak; Grape Harvest (Vinobranie) in Slovakia; S9E8 22:59

3M ago22:59

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Today's episode is about the traditions of a grape harvest and wine celebration in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my “vinobranie” vocabulary. You will also learn how to ask “Do you like wine?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a few short sentences about the grape harvest in Slovakia. Episode n…

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How to say “I won’t talk to you about it!” in Slovak; Autumn in Slovakia; Slovak Personal Pronouns in Instrumental; Autumn Traditions of our ancestors; S9E7 24:55

3M ago24:55

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Today's episode is about autumn traditions of our ancestors. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about instrumental case of the Slovak personal pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I won’t talk to you about it!” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my summary of autumn traditions of our ancestors. Episode notes In today's episo…

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How to say “Respect Traditions” in Slovak; Beyond Banská Bystrica; Exploring Nature, Tradition, and Hidden Gems; S9E6 23:23

3M ago23:23

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Today's episode is about some interesting places around Banska Bystrica. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from my travel vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Respect traditions“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my day trips itinerary and tips for travelers to Banska Bystrica. Episode notes In today's episode…

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Farewell, From Criminalia, and Thanks for All the Crime 42:30

3M ago42:30

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Thank you for joining us for the final episode of our season of stray heists AND the finale of Criminalia. This is goodbye, but it's also thank you – thank you for supporting us as we walked in and out of historical crime scenes, nefarious cocktails, and we are grateful you took this adventure with us. And always remember: There’s no such thing as …

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How to say “I don’t care” in Slovak; Banská Bystrica Must-See Spots; Tips and Notes to Walking Tour in Banska Bystrica; S9E5 26:26

3M ago26:26

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Today's episode is about the must-see places in Banska Bystrica. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about the dative case of the Slovak personal pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I don’t care “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode are my tips and notes to my walking tour in Banska Bystrica. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking a…

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'America': The Stolen Golden Toilet 25:09

3M ago25:09

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The plan was to keep the 18-karat-gold toilet called 'America' on display indefinitely at the Guggenheim Museum in New York City. But it did go out on loan, once, to Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Winston Churchill, in 2019, as part of an exhibition of Maurizio Cattelan's works, titled 'Victory is Not an Option'…

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How to ask “Who are you waiting for?“ in Slovak; The History of Banska Bystrica; Accusative case of Slovak personal pronouns; S9E4 25:54

3M ago25:54

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Today's episode is about the history of Banská Bystrica in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about the accusative case of Slovak personal pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Who are you waiting for?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode is my short overview of the history of Banská Bystrica in Slovak. Episode notes In today's ep…

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Mayhem, Madness, and Marshmallow the Bunny: When the World Lost Its Mind Over Beanie Babies 35:20

3M ago35:20

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When Beanie Babies hit the scene in 1993, the original line of stuffed toys featured nine characters -- but that number would grow to hundreds. The brainchild of Ty Warner, and made by his company, Ty Inc., they were one of the hottest toys of the 1990s -- but they also inspired an underground economy that dealt in fraud and many, many thefts. See …

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How to ask “How do I learn about this?“ in Slovak; Červený Kameň Castle; Festival Letobranie; S9E3 28:16

4M ago28:16

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Today's episode is about Červený Kameň castle in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few words from my festival vocabulary. You will also learn how to ask “How do I learn about this? “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode is the information about the festival LETOBranie in Červený Kameň castle. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m ta…

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Piano 'Movers' Play a Felonious Tune 21:35

4M ago21:35

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Just after lunch on July 14, 2013, a white van drove away from Toronto General Hospital. Its cargo? A stolen Boston Steinway baby grand piano, taken from the hospital's Peter Munk Cardiac Centre. Of the bold heist, Todd Milne, director of security operations for the hospital, told the media, quote, “I’ve been managing security since 1999, and have …

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How to say “Be polite” in Slovak ; A Survival Guide to Slovak Work Etiquette; Dialogue; S9E2 23:18

4M ago23:18

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Today's episode is about work etiquette in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to ask “Be polite“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between two colleagues who just started to work at a Slovak company. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about work etiquette in Slovakia. In the Slovak less…

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California Nut Crimes: Nuts Cases Can Be Difficult to Crack 25:52

4M ago25:52

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Tree nuts have become are a hot commodity on the black market, and thieves have been making off with shipments of California-grown nuts to cash in. Of the phenomenon, Mike Boudreaux, the sheriff of Tulare County in California’s Central Valley, stated, “It’s not your guy on the corner in the long jacket, selling knock-off Rolex watches.” Why steal n…

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How to say “Thank you for the meal”; A Guide to Navigating Slovak Social Life; Dos and don'ts when dining in Slovakia; S9E1 24:14

4M ago24:14

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Today's episode is about social etiquette in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Thank you for the meal“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some dos and don'ts when dining in Slovakia. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about social etiquette …

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Opening the Lid on Manhole Cover Capers 26:42

4M ago26:42

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In the spring of 2008, 12-year-old Shamira Fingers was walking down a street near her home in South Philadelphia when she suddenly and surprisingly fell into an open sewer hole -- the manhole cover, missing. Once a rare crime, disappearing manhole covers has become an expensive and dangerous problem for cities around the world, with thieves swiping…

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How to say “I don't know who did it.”; Relative Pronouns; Bonus 4; S8E26 9:15

4M ago9:15

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Today’s episode is about the Slovak Relative Pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I don't know who did it” in Slovak. Episode notes Today I'm talking about the Slovak Relative Pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I don't know who did it” in Slovak. Slovak lesson 1. Neviem, kto chýba. (I don't know who's missing.) 2. Elena vždy vie, čo chc…

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Big Syrup': The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist 29:16

4M ago29:16

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"You can't prove what tree the syrup came from," stated one of the accomplices in The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist during his trial. Over the span of several months, thieves staged a multi-million dollar heist from Québec's Global Strategic Maple Syrup Reserve, making off with about 3,000 tonnes of the stuff. Totaling about $18 million worth of…

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How to ask “How much does it cost?” in Slovak; Interrogative Pronouns; Bonus 3; S8E25 10:30

5M ago10:30

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Today’s episode is about the Slovak Interrogative Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “How much does it cost?“ in Slovak. Episode notes Today I'm talking about the Slovak Interrogative Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “How much does it cost?“ in Slovak. Slovak lesson 1. Kto je ten chlap? (Who is that guy?) 2. Čo máš v taške? (What do y…

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Welcome to the Season Finale of Criminalia: THE GENTLEMEN ROBBER 33:34

5M ago33:34

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Stand and deliver! Welcome to the final episode of our season about highway robbery and the outlaws who preyed upon road travelers. There were plenty of flinklock pistols, plenty of executions by hanging -- and plenty of confusion over who pulled off what crime. Don't forget to join Holly and Maria as they share their top shows and drinks inspired …

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The Guillotine's First Victim: French Highwayman Nicolas-Jacques Pelletier 24:55

5M ago24:55

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French highwayman Nicolas-Jacques Pelletier rode and robbed the streets around 18th-century Paris, but didn't come to the attention of French authorities until October of 1791, after he was accused of a violent robbery. Among highwaymen, his crimes didn't really stand out; but what does stand out is that his execution was the first use of the guill…

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How to ask “Do you have your plans for the weekend?”; Reflexive Pronouns; Bonus 2; S8E24 13:39

5M ago13:39

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Today’s episode is about Slovak Reflexive Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Do you have your plans for the weekend?” in Slovak. Episode notes Today’s episode is about Slovak Reflexive Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Do you have your plans for the weekend?” in Slovak. Slovak lesson A) Sentences with reflexive pronouns "sa", "si": 1…

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How to ask “Who are these guys?”; Slovak Pronouns; Demonstrative Pronouns; Bonus 1; S8E23 15:29

5M ago15:29

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Today’s episode is about Slovak Demonstrative pronouns. In the Slovak lesson you will learn how to ask “Who are these guys?” in Slovak. Episode notes First I'm talking about Slovak pronouns in general. Then you will learn about Slovak Demonstrative pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Who are these guys?” in Slovak. Slovak lesson Overview of S…

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Tom Cox: The 'Handsome' Highwayman Who Robbed the King's Jester 30:28

5M ago30:28

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Tom Cox began his life as a gentleman with a small estate inherited from his father -- but he spent that small fortune in the blink of an eye with his, “riotous living.” Broke, Cox went to London to find work; and, he did find work, though it wasn't legal work. Tom fell in with a group of highway robbers, and quickly made a name for himself as bold…

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How to say “Happy anniversary”; Východná Festival in Slovakia; S8E22 28:54

5M ago28:54

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Today's episode is about the folk festival Východná in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say "Happy anniversary” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my dialogue about the festival in Východná. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the folk festival …

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Jonathan Wild: The Thief-Taker or Thief? Or Both? 25:07

5M ago25:07

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People thought Jonathan Wild was a fine, upstanding kind of a guy: he was a thief-taker who was very good at catching criminals. The Privy Council, advisers to the Crown, consulted with him on methods of controlling crime in London. Highway robbers, a scourge on the city, feared him. But what most people did not know was that Jonathan, himself, was…

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How to say “Happy summer, friends! “; How to say “Enjoy a unique day! “; 3 Tips on How to Start Summer in Bratislava; S8 E21 27:22

6M ago27:22

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Today's episode is about 3 tips on how to start summer in Bratislava, Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to say “Happy summer, friends!” and “Enjoy a unique day! “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some information about the Period picnic in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about 3 tips on how t…

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Juraj Jánošík: How a Slovak Bandit Became a National Hero 28:49

6M ago28:49

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England has Robin Hood. Australia has Ned Kelly. Japan; Goemon Ishikawa. There are many legendary heroic outlaws in many cultures. Juraj Jánošík has, over the centuries, become known as the Robin Hood of Slovakia – and a symbol of Slovak resistance. Unlike some of these Robin Hood figures, Jánošík was 100 percent a real person, a real bandit who be…

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How to ask “Are you free this weekend? “; Bratislava Cultural Summer in Slovakia; S8 E20 25:53

6M ago25:53

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Today's episode is about Bratislava Cultural Summer in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from today's topic. You will also learn how to ask “Are you free this weekend? “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue about the Bratislava Cultural Summer. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking ab…

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William Davis: Farmer by Day, Highwayman by Night 28:17

6M ago28:17

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William Davis led a double life. He was a successful highway robber by night, and a respectable farmer by day. Farming was honest work, but, it was also a clever way to distract others from noticing that he had another life, that he was one of the most notorious highwaymen of the 17th century. He kept that criminal career secret for four decades, e…

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How to say “Just to be safe“ in Slovak; How to say “Happy Father’s Day“ in Slovak; Fathers’ Day in Slovakia; S8 E19 30:27

6M ago30:27

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Today's episode is about Fathers’ Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Just to be safe“ and “Happy Father’s Day” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short essay about Father’s Day in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about …

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The Life and Death of the Laughing Highwayman: Jerry Abershawe 23:10

6M ago23:10

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Never confused with the legend of Robin Hood or a 'gentleman robber' among highwaymen, there was really nothing to admire about Jerry Abershawe. He was a thief and he was a cold-blooded killer – several times over. Ruthless and intimidating, he was a "nightmare for travellers on those approach roads to London." There are stories boasting of Jerry's…

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How to say “I will take it!“ in Slovak; Weekend of Open Parks and Gardens in Slovakia; S8 E18 26:47

6M ago26:47

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Today's episode is about the Weekend of Open Parks and Gardens in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “I will take it!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between a granddaughter and her grandmom about the Weekend of open parks and ga…

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The First and Final Crimes of Jocelin Harwood 22:28

6M ago22:28

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Jocelin Harwood was a highwayman who committed such “Barbarous Murders” – and he was just so ...wow – that his fellow criminal associates betrayed him and gave him up to the authorities after they couldn't stomach his depraved behavior the night of his final crime. Described as "a degenerate plant from a good tree," which seems like a pretty apt de…

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How to say “Let me introduce“ in Slovak; Slovak Jazz; Slovak Jazzman Peter Lipa; S8 E17 22:50

7M ago22:50

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Today's episode is about jazz in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Let me introduce... “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue about Slovak jazz. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about jazz in Slovakia. In the Slovak less…

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The Tale of Highway Robber William Spiggot and His Death 23:38

7M ago23:38

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William Spiggot was an 18th century English highwayman and the leader of a gang of at least eight men. While he may have started out as an apprentice cabinetmaker in London, he didn't end up following his family's legit path in life, instead deciding on a more... felonious one - as a robber, poacher, burglar, and murderer -- until he was sentenced …

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How to say “Keep calm”; How to say “Be alert!”; What’s Up with the Bears in Slovakia? What to Do if You See a Bear; S8 E16 24:26

7M ago24:26

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Today's episode is about the bear situation in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Keep calm” and “Be alert!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find the main points of today’s episode in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the bear…

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Scoop: John Nevison Was Not Dick Turpin and Dick Turpin Was Not John Nevison 23:36

7M ago23:36

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John Nevison was a very good highwayman, though you may not recognize his name. And that's largely because his crimes have, over the years, gotten attributed to the stories of other notorious highway robbers, notably Dick Turpin – who hadn't yet been born when Nevison was prowling the roads. Turpin's romanticized legend seems to be a magnet for man…

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How to say “Ready, set, go!“ in Slovak; World Athletics Day; S8 E15 19:43

7M ago19:43

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Today's episode is about World Athletics Day. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my athletics vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Ready, set, go!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short summary about the Athletics Day. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about World Athletics Day. In…

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The Adventures of Robber Lewis: Counterfeiter/Robber/Jailbreaker 22:00

7M ago22:00

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Though dealing in counterfeit currency may have been David 'Davy' Lewis' first criminal efforts, he eventually added highway robbery as a lucrative gig – and that's when he gained the nickname, Robber Lewis -- and as a highwayman, he also came to be known as the “Robin Hood of Pennsylvania". Was he? Well, that may be a stretch – maybe a big stretch…

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How to say “Great Question“ in Slovak; 80 Year Anniversary of the End of the Second World War; Remembering the End of WW II; S8 E14 23:37

7M ago23:37

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Today's episode is about the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my lecture. You will also learn how to say “Great question“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some Questions & Answers from my lecture about WW II in Slovakia. Episode notes In today's episode…

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Joan and Edward: The Bonnie and Clyde of Highway Robbery 21:49

7M ago21:49

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Joan Phillips was a known beauty with an artful and cunning mind -- and both her looks and the famiy's money attracted the attention of many suitors – suitors that Joan wasn't interested in. But all that stuff about engagement, marriage, and relationships changed when Joan met Edward Bracey, the only suitor who caught her eye. See omnystudio.com/li…