{"podcast":{"title":"FluentFiction - Estonian","slug":"fluentfiction-estonian-6698358","podcast_index_feed_id":6698358,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6005814/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://fluentfiction.org","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5b4581a111e4e1ae34788bae63606c41.jpg","author":"FluentFiction.org","episode_count":342,"summary":"Are you ready to supercharge your Estonian 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 Estonian, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Estonian 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 Tallinn, Tartu, or Pärnu? Maybe you want to speak Estonian with your grandparents from Narva? Our podcast provides a rich blend o…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-25T18:23:53.262662+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fluentfiction-estonian-6698358"},"episode":{"title":"Maarika's Leap: Finding Friendship at the Welcome Back Dance","slug":"maarika-s-leap-finding-friendship-at-the-welcome-back-dance","published_at":"2026-08-27T22:48:01+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fluentfiction-estonian-6698358/maarika-s-leap-finding-friendship-at-the-welcome-back-dance","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fluentfiction-estonian-6698358","url":"https://www.fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-08-27-22-34-02-et","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74726310/2026_08_27_22_34_02_et_draft_episode.mp3","summary":"Fluent Fiction - Estonian : Maarika's Leap: Finding Friendship at the Welcome Back Dance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-08-27-22-34-02-et Story Transcript: Et: Kooli koridorid olid täidetud põneva sumina ja sosinatega. En: The school corridors were filled with exciting murmurs and whispers. Et: Maarika seisab oma koolikapi ees, süda kiirelt tuksumas. En: Maarika stood in front of her locker, her heart beating rapidly. Et: Oli suveõhtu, kuna kooliaasta oli äsja alanud ja ees seisis esimene suur üritus - tagasitulekutants. En: It was a summer evening, as the school year had just begun, and the first big event was ahead - the welcome back dance. Et: Maarika oli uude kooli tulnud vaid nädal tagasi ja kuigi kõik tundus uus ja põnev, oli ta veidi pelglik. En: Maarika had come to the new school only a week ago, and although everything seemed new and exciting, she was a bit apprehensive. Et: Kooli võimla oli kaunistatud erksate serpentiinide ja keerlevate disko-tuledega. En: The school gym was decorated with bright streamers and swirling disco lights. Et: Muusika kõlas valjult, kuid see ei suutnud Maarika hirmu vaigistada. En: The music played loudly, but it couldn't quell Maarika's fear. Et: Ta seisis seina ääres, jälgides, kuidas tema kaasõpilased innukalt tantsivad ja üksteisega juttu ajavad. En: She stood by the wall, observing how her fellow students eagerly danced and chatted with each other. Et: \"Kas ma tõesti sobin siia?\" En: \"Do I really belong here?\" Et: mõtles Maarika. En: wondered Maarika. Et: Maarika märkas kahte poissi, Priitu ja Juhanit, kes seisid võimla keskel. En: Maarika noticed two boys, Priit and Juhan, standing in the middle of the gym. 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