Speaking Of Berlin

About this podcast

Ever wanted to go to a rock concert in a former US Army sports center, or walk around the train tracks encircling the German capital, or maybe experience what it was like to live in a divided city? Then come along with us as we explore every little corner of Berlin, from the past to the present. Real stories told by native speakers at just the perfect speed for you to improve your German skills!

Speaking Of Berlin

Episodes

2021
S1E7 - Bonus: My Plattenbau
Listen in as Susann tells us about the building she grew up in with German narration. We recommend that you listen to everything a few times in order to train your ear and get the most out of the story! Don't just listen, read along! You can find the transcript for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or https://bit.ly/3tHUIeL
March 22, 2021
9 min
S1E7 - My Plattenbau
Susann tells us a bit about growing up in the soviet style apartments of East Berlin. Join her on her mischievous adventures and learn a bit about Berlin’s socialist history, all while getting more familiar with possessive pronouns. Don’t just listen, read along! You can find the transcript for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or https://bit.ly/393nOxb
March 22, 2021
13 min
S1E6 - Bonus: Almost Tattooer
Listen to Rop's story about almost becoming a tattoo artist with German narration. We recommend that you listen to everything a few times in order to train your ear and get the most out of the story! Don't just listen, read along! You can find the transcript for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/3c4Rivp
March 8, 2021
12 min
S1E6 - Almost Tattooer
Rop chases his dream of becoming a tattoo artist, but there are obstacles in his way. Join him and learn how to form negative sentences as he navigates the tattooing world of Berlin. Don’t just listen, read along! You can find the transcript for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/3kUKm8b
March 8, 2021
17 min
S1E5 - Bonus: Love is a losing game
Listen to Maren’s dating stories in German as she uses the past tense, “das Perfekt”. We recommend that you listen to everything a few times in order to train your ear and get the most out of the story! Don't just listen, read along! Discover the episode transcript plus some little extras: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/3dEluzV
February 22, 2021
10 min
S1E5 - Love is a losing game
Maren shares some dating horror stories, all while using the past tense, “das Perfekt”. Is Berlin really a desert for romantics? Don’t just listen, read along! You can find the transcript for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/2ZQJojP
February 22, 2021
13 min
S1E4 - Bonus: Growing up in Kreuzberg
Listen to Anna’s story of growing in Kreuzberg in Berlin in the 90s in German. We recommend that you listen to everything a few times in order to train your ear and get the most out of the story! Don't just listen, read along! Discover the episode transcript plus some little extras: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/3rtn5ML.
February 8, 2021
9 min
S1E4 - Growing up in Kreuzberg
Anna tells us about growing up in Kreuzberg in the 90s using prepositions of time. Hear all about the hidden dangers of city life in Berlin. Don’t just listen, read along! You can find the transcript for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/36UBVEd.
February 8, 2021
14 min
S1E3 - Bonus: Holiday in the Golden West
Here you can listen to Daniel’s story with German narration. We recommend that you listen to everything a few times in order to train your ear and get the most out of the story! Don't just listen, read along! Discover the episode transcript plus some little extras: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/3ozTuAf
January 11, 2021
9 min
S1E3 - Holiday in the Golden West
Today’s story takes us from Berlin to Denmark, as Daniel recounts his family’s first vacation in Western Europe. Tune in to find out how his family managed to spend a whole week in “The Golden West” without spending a pfennig! Don't just listen, read along! Discover the episode transcript plus some little extras: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/38zmAKy
January 11, 2021
14 min
2020
S1E2 - Bonus: I Walk the Ring
Here you can listen to Anne’s story with German narration. We recommend that you listen to everything a few times in order to train your ear and get the most out of the story! Don’t just listen, read along! You can find the transcript for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or https://bit.ly/2KHdGRx
December 28, 2020
12 min
S1E2 - I Walk the Ring
In this episode, young film director Anne is inspired to go on an unconventional journey around Berlin. Join her as she encounters some of Berlin’s most colorful characters along the way. Don’t just listen, read along! You can find the transcript for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or https://bit.ly/3rg6WLh
December 28, 2020
16 min
S1E1 - Bonus: Beatsteaks and Beefy Arms - Monolingual
Here you can listen to Alex’s story with German narration. We recommend that you listen to everything a few times in order to train your ear and get the most out of the story! Don’t just listen, read along! You can find the transcript and more extras for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/384CnPZ
December 14, 2020
10 min
S1E1 - Beatsteaks and Beefy Arms
In our first episode, we’re going to a concert! Join us as Alex tells us about the time he went to see the legendary Berlin rock band the Beatsteaks and came away with a little surprise he definitely wasn’t expecting. Don’t just listen, read along! You can find the transcript and more extras for this episode here: babbel.com/podcasts or bit.ly/2K0IXyU
December 14, 2020
14 min
Trailer
Ever wanted to go to a rock concert in a former US Army sports center, or walk around the train tracks encircling the German capital, or maybe experience what it was like to live in a divided city? Then come along with us as we explore every little corner of Berlin, from the past to the present. Real stories told by native speakers at just the perfect speed for you to improve your German skills!
November 19, 2020
2 min

Speaking Of Berlin

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Speaking Of Berlin

Episodes

S1E7 - Bonus: My Plattenbau

S1E7 - My Plattenbau

S1E6 - Bonus: Almost Tattooer

S1E6 - Almost Tattooer

S1E5 - Bonus: Love is a losing game

S1E5 - Love is a losing game

S1E4 - Bonus: Growing up in Kreuzberg

S1E4 - Growing up in Kreuzberg

S1E3 - Bonus: Holiday in the Golden West

S1E3 - Holiday in the Golden West

S1E2 - Bonus: I Walk the Ring

S1E2 - I Walk the Ring

S1E1 - Bonus: Beatsteaks and Beefy Arms - Monolingual

S1E1 - Beatsteaks and Beefy Arms

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