Here is a brand new podcast "OH Thоse Russians"
My main goal here is to try to change the attitude towards Russian people, share their, our experiences, discuss things that make up our life, and shatter most of the myths.
and you’ll also learn a couple of very important Russian words each episode. So, let’s go and bring a little bit of Russia into your life (Does that sound scary?)
Thanks a lot for the jingle @https://www.instagram.com/dr_loliband/?utm_medium=copy_link
In this episode we will talk about the most famous stereotype about Russians - that we are all spies, belong to Russian Mafia, or serve in KGB (spoiler it does not exist anymore)!
Sweety pies, listen to the cool stories:
- how Hollywood movies influence the minds of people;
- what is the KGB;
- who were Elena Ferrari and Maria Dobrova;
- how Russians managed to spy 4 American ambassadors for 7 years without being noticed;
- who was the Bratva;
- how was the life in Russia in the ‘90s;
- and many more!
Subscribe to our Instagram to learn the truth about Russia and it’s people here: @oh.those.russians
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17 Jan 2022
Winter in Russia
How to survive a winter in Russia?
Will you be able to meet a bear in the city in winter ? ( spoiler: no!)
And yes there are places in Russia where you can swim and sunbathe, not just freeze.
Still do not believe?
Listen to the end and you'll learn all the details about the Russian winter in Russia!
And subscribe to our Instagram:
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There's a lot of interesting stuff waiting for you!
29 Dec 2021
New Year in Russia
In this episode, you'll hear how Russians survive 10 days off after New Year celebration, why everyone in Russia looks forward to New Year‘s Eve but not Christmas.
We will also tell the truth about how almost every Russian can afford a crab salad on his festive table and a lot of other interesting facts about Russian New Year celebrations!
I'll wish everyone a Happy New Year and we'll hear from you in 2022!
15 Dec 2021
Proverbs in Russia
These weird sayings are common parts of Russian language and mysterious Russian soul. If your Russian pal will offer you to “kill the worm” dont worry, today ill explain everything about this. There will be frequently used proverbs so you can show-off your skills for your Russian friends.
You will also hear funny examples for each proverbs.)
4 Dec 2021
Signs in Russia
Many signs, which we will cover today, we know from our grandparents and they know from their grannys, so this episode is going to be very hearty and friendly. And also, some signs can seem to be dark and scary! I warned you! but i promise, it’s going to be fascinating and educational.
2 Dec 2021
Andrei Chikatilo
Andrei Chikatilo was a Soviet serial killer who sexually murdered and mutilated at least fifty-two women and children between 1978 and 1990 in the Russian SFSR.
2:53 His biography
6:25 His first crime
7:11 Who is Burakov Viktor?
8:37 Interesting fact and mistakes
10:33 What was in 1992?
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2 Dec 2021
Russia+Vodka=?
Is there a better way to start a podcast about Russia than to talk about vodka and the myths and traditions that surround it? We also discuss our own experiences with this drink.
3:08 did Dmitry Mendeleev, the father of chemistry, invent vodka?
6:10 is there a proper way to drink vodka? Spoiler – yes!
7:25 drink like a Russian – never pour vodka into a glass that is not on the table!
8:59 why did people in Russia drink one bottle for three people?
11:28 Nastia explains what Yorsh is and shares her story about drinking vodka with beer
14:05 Yana has her own story
14:56 what does "wash it over" mean?
16:15 do we say "to health" when we drink?
18:26 what do we actually say when we clink our glasses?
21:49 spoiler – “penalty shot” was introduced by Peter I.
25:04 interesting story about Russian entrepreneurs – babushkas who made their own vodka!
28:05 the words you learnt today!
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1 Dec 2021
About
This is the first episode. I’ve decided to start this podcast with giving you guys a glimpse into todays Russia. I'll talk about what it is like to live in Russia today. Dispel some popular myths, talk about stereotypes and traditions.and also I have guests on this podcast to make sure we have different opinions and experiences. My main goal here is to try to change the attitude towards Russian people, share their, our experiences, discuss things that make up our life, and shatter most of the myths. And, as a bonus, during each episode we will learn some useful Russian words that you’ll need to survive if you ever decide to visit our homeland. So, listen carefully, spot Russian words throughout the episode, write them down, and revise them with me at the end.
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