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 Are you ready to supercharge your Afrikaans 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 Afrikaans, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Afrikaans 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 Cape Town, Stellenbosch, or Franschhoek? Maybe you want to speak Afrikaans with your grandparents from Pretoria?

Our podcast will equip you with the cultural and linguistic background needed to fully immerse yourself in regions where Afrikaans is primarily spoken, such as South Africa and Namibia. Our podcast is based on the latest research in linguistics, sociolinguistics,
psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and education to provide the most effective method for mastering Afrikaans listening comprehension.

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  • Serendipity in Kaapstad: A Tale of New Beginnings

    Serendipity in Kaapstad: A Tale of New Beginnings
    Jun 10 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Serendipity in Kaapstad: A Tale of New Beginnings Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2025-06-10-22-34-02-af Story Transcript:Af: Die winterlug in Kaapstad was skerp, maar helder.En: The winter air in Kaapstad was crisp but clear.Af: In die Kompanjiestuin was die geure van varsgebakte brood en soutkaramel-met-kaneel soet in die lug.En: In the Kompanjiestuin, the scents of freshly baked bread and salted caramel with cinnamon were sweet in the air.Af: Marelize het rustig tussen die stalletjies van die mark gestap.En: Marelize walked calmly between the stalls of the market.Af: Sy was op soek na nuwe inspirasie, iets wat haar uit haar skryfblok kon ruk.En: She was searching for new inspiration, something to shake her out of her writer's block.Af: Terwyl sy 'n draai by 'n kosstalletjie maak, stamp sy onverwags teen Jacques vas.En: As she turned around at a food stall, she unexpectedly bumped into Jacques.Af: "Verskoon my," sê sy vinnig, 'n tikkie verleë.En: "Excuse me," she said quickly, a bit embarrassed.Af: Jacques se glimlag was warm.En: Jacques's smile was warm.Af: "Geen probleem nie," antwoord hy met 'n vonkel in sy oë.En: "No problem," he replied with a sparkle in his eyes.Af: Hy hou 'n kamera in sy hand, en Marelize voel nuuskierigheid opvlam.En: He held a camera in his hand, and Marelize felt curiosity flare up.Af: Hulle begin praat, eers oor fyners in die tuin, dan oor fotografie en skryf.En: They began to talk, first about the fynbos in the garden, then about photography and writing.Af: Jacques was avontuurlustig, vol van idees vir sy volgende projek.En: Jacques was adventurous, full of ideas for his next project.Af: Dit was soos 'n vars briesie vir Marelize.En: It was like a fresh breeze for Marelize.Af: "Ek is altyd op soek na nuwe stories," sê sy, en sy voel hoe sy 'n bietjie oopmaak.En: "I am always looking for new stories," she said, feeling herself open up a little.Af: Jacques knik, die gasvrye glimlag steeds op sy gesig.En: Jacques nodded, the hospitable smile still on his face.Af: "Hoe gaan dit nou met 'n koffie?En: "How about a coffee?"Af: " stel hy voor.En: he suggested.Af: "Ek dink ons het dalk baie in gemeen.En: "I think we might have a lot in common."Af: "Marelize huiwer 'n oomblik, dink aan vorige teleurstellings, maar daar was iets aan Jacques se vriendelikheid wat haar gerusstel.En: Marelize hesitated for a moment, thinking of past disappointments, but there was something about Jacques's friendliness that reassured her.Af: "Goeie idee," antwoord sy, en voel 'n klein vonkie van opwinding.En: "Good idea," she replied, feeling a small spark of excitement.Af: Hulle stap saam tussen die ou eikebome deur.En: They walked together among the old oak trees.Af: Die klanke van die mark was soos 'n simfonie om hulle.En: The sounds of the market were like a symphony around them.Af: Terwyl hulle praat, voel Marelize hoe haar skryfmoeë muse wakker word.En: As they talked, Marelize felt her weary muse awaken.Af: Onder 'n groot eikeboom, met die knorrige bas soos ’n ou vriend teen haar rug, deel Jacques sy avonture in verre plekke.En: Under a large oak tree, with the gnarly bark like an old friend against her back, Jacques shared his adventures in distant places.Af: Marelize het skielik gelag, 'n ware lag wat lanklaas uit haar gekom het.En: Marelize suddenly laughed, a true laugh that had not come out of her in a long time.Af: Daardie oomblik, onder die eikeboom, was spesiaal.En: That moment, under the oak tree, was special.Af: Later, toe hulle nommers uitruil, voel Marelize beter as wat sy in maande gevoel het.En: Later, when they exchanged numbers, Marelize felt better than she had in months.Af: Daar was iets vars en opwindend in die moontlikheid van hierdie nuwe verbintenis.En: There was something fresh and exciting in the possibility of this new connection.Af: Jacques lyk ook tevrede, dankbaar vir die kans op 'n nuwe vriend en dalk meer.En: Jacques also seemed satisfied, grateful for the chance at a new friend and perhaps more.Af: Hulle beplan om weer te ontmoet.En: They planned to meet again.Af: Die toekoms lyk helder, vol belofte en nuwe begin.En: The future seemed bright, full of promise and new beginnings.Af: Marelize weet nou dat inspirasie soms in die onverwagsste oomblikke kom, en Jacques voel gevind.En: Marelize now knew that inspiration sometimes comes in the most unexpected moments, and Jacques felt found.Af: Altwee voel die ligheid van nuwe avonture wat wag.En: Both felt the lightness of new adventures waiting. Vocabulary Words:crisp: skerpscents: geureinspiration: inspirasiebumped: stampembarrassed: verleëcuriosity: nuuskierigheidflare: opvlamadventurous: avontuurlustighospitality: gasvryheidhesitated: huiwerdisappointments: teleurstellingsreassured: gerusgestelgnarly: knorrigemusical: simfoniebreeze: briesieweary: moegmuse: museawaken: wakker worddistant: verreexchanged: uitruilsatisfied: ...
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  • A Heartbeat Away: Love and Nature on the Safari

    A Heartbeat Away: Love and Nature on the Safari
    Jun 9 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: A Heartbeat Away: Love and Nature on the Safari Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2025-06-09-22-34-02-af Story Transcript:Af: Die wind waai koel oor Addo Olifant Nasionale Park, die lug vol van die aroma van vars aarde en gebliefde plantlewe.En: The wind blows cool over Addo Olifant Nasionale Park, the air full of the aroma of fresh earth and blessed plant life.Af: Annelie staan stil, haar kamera gereed, haar oë gefokus op die uitgestrekte veld.En: Annelie stands still, her camera ready, her eyes focused on the vast field.Af: Sy soek daardie perfekte oomblik, daardie skoot wat elkeen in die kunsgeleentheid stom sou laat.En: She searches for that perfect moment, that shot that would leave everyone at the art event speechless.Af: Haar hart klop vinnig, nie net van die opwinding nie, maar ook van die spanning oor die uitstalling wat oor 'n week sou plaasvind.En: Her heart beats quickly, not only from excitement but also from the anticipation of the exhibition that would take place in a week.Af: Riaan, 'n ervare veldwagter, stap nader.En: Riaan, an experienced ranger, approaches.Af: Hy het al lankal 'n sagte plek in sy hart vir Annelie.En: He has long had a soft spot in his heart for Annelie.Af: "Dis 'n pragtige dag vir fotografie, nie waar nie?" vra hy met 'n glimlag, sy stem warm en rustig.En: "It's a beautiful day for photography, isn't it?" he asks with a smile, his voice warm and calm.Af: Annelie kyk vlugtig na Riaan, sy hele teenwoordigheid is gerusstellend.En: Annelie glances at Riaan, his whole presence reassuring.Af: "Ek hoop net ek kry vandag iets besonders," antwoord sy, terwyl sy die landskap in gee om perfekte beelde vas te vang.En: "I just hope I capture something special today," she answers, as she takes in the landscape to capture perfect images.Af: Skielik begin Annelie se oë jeuk en haar gesig raak rooi.En: Suddenly, Annelie's eyes begin to itch, and her face turns red.Af: Sy hoes en sukkel om asem te haal.En: She coughs and struggles to breathe.Af: "Riaan..." fluister sy benoud, die kamera in haar hand skud.En: "Riaan..." she whispers anxiously, the camera shaking in her hand.Af: Riaan se oë verruim in skrik.En: Riaan's eyes widen in fright.Af: Hy kyk vinnig rond, besef hulle is te ver van enige direkte mediese hulp.En: He quickly looks around, realizing they are too far from any direct medical help.Af: Sy hart klop vinnig soos hy die besluit neem om hulp in te roep.En: His heart races as he decides to call for assistance.Af: Maar die gedagte skeer vlugtig deur sy verstand: Is daar iets wat hy self kan doen om haar onmiddellik te help?En: But a thought swiftly crosses his mind: Is there something he can do himself to help her immediately?Af: Met vaste hand lei hy haar na 'n skaduryke plek onder 'n groot koorsboom.En: With a steady hand, he leads her to a shady spot under a large fever tree.Af: "Annelie, bly rustig," sê hy, en gryp sy radio om die noodspan te kontak.En: "Annelie, stay calm," he says and grabs his radio to contact the emergency team.Af: Die radiosender kraak lewendig, en Riaan gee vinnig die besonderhede deur.En: The radio crackles to life, and Riaan quickly gives the details.Af: "Ek moes meer voorbereid wees," murmureer Annelie met 'n swak stem.En: "I should have been more prepared," Annelie murmurs weakly.Af: Haar asem is kort en vinnig terwyl sy haar poging gee om kalm te bly te midde van haar benoude toestand.En: Her breath is short and quick as she tries to remain calm despite her troubled condition.Af: "Ek is hier. Ek gaan jou help," sê Riaan met vastigheid, sy vrees vir haar onmiskenbaar maar sy handelinge beheersd.En: "I'm here. I'm going to help you," Riaan says with determination, his fear for her unmistakable but his actions controlled.Af: Terwyl hy sy arm om haar skouers plaas, voel hy die dringendheid om sy ware gevoelens te wys ten spyte van die omstandighede.En: As he places his arm around her shoulders, he feels the urgency to show his true feelings despite the circumstances.Af: Min later, net as Annelie begin verswak, arriveer die mediese span.En: Soon after, just as Annelie starts to weaken, the medical team arrives.Af: Hulle werk vining en met vaardigheid, en spoedig voel Annelie se asemhaling verlig.En: They work quickly and skillfully, and soon Annelie's breathing eases.Af: Riaan bly by haar sy, volg elkeen van die span se bevele en sorg dat sy veilig is.En: Riaan stays by her side, following each of the team's orders and ensuring she is safe.Af: Later daardie middag, met strelende drupe tees, sit hulle saam op 'n kampstoeltjie, die son wat onder die horison sak.En: Later that afternoon, with soothing drops of tea, they sit together on a camp stool, the sun setting over the horizon.Af: "Ek het besef ek benodig iemand met my op hierdie reise," sê Annelie, haar stem sag en verder as die omliggende rustig.En: "I've realized I need someone with me on these journeys," ...
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  • Climbing Life's Mountain: A Journey of Family and Self-Discovery

    Climbing Life's Mountain: A Journey of Family and Self-Discovery
    Jun 8 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Climbing Life's Mountain: A Journey of Family and Self-Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2025-06-08-22-34-02-af Story Transcript:Af: Die vars oggendmis het stadig oor Tafelberg se plat top gerol, terwyl Annelie, Pieter en Karien hul stapskoene aangehad het en gereed was vir die uitdagende tog.En: The fresh morning mist slowly rolled over the flat top of Tafelberg, while Annelie, Pieter, and Karien had their hiking boots on and were ready for the challenging hike.Af: Annelie het onlangs gegradueer en haar gedagtes was bewolk met vrae oor die toekoms.En: Annelie had recently graduated, and her thoughts were clouded with questions about the future.Af: Die idee van 'n gesinshike om hierdie mylpaal te vier, het die meeste vir Pieter beteken.En: The idea of a family hike to celebrate this milestone meant the most to Pieter.Af: Hy wou vir Annelie wys dat sy, ongeag haar onsekerhede, nie alleen is nie.En: He wanted to show Annelie that regardless of her uncertainties, she was not alone.Af: "Kom ons begin, die pad is lank," sê Pieter met 'n bietjie twinkel in sy oog, terwyl Karien al voor hulle uitspring soos 'n jong bokkie vol entoesiasme.En: "Let's start, the path is long," said Pieter with a little twinkle in his eye, while Karien leapt ahead of them like a young gazelle full of enthusiasm.Af: "Na bo gaan ons!En: "To the top we go!"Af: " roep Karien, haar stem vol energie.En: shouted Karien, her voice full of energy.Af: Elkeen se asem was wit in die koue winterlug.En: Each breath was visible in the cold winter air.Af: Terwyl hulle bergop stap, het Pieter probeer om met Annelie te praat.En: As they hiked uphill, Pieter tried to talk to Annelie.Af: "Jy weet, dit is goed om nie alles nou al te weet nie.En: "You know, it's okay not to know everything now.Af: Die lewe gee antwoorde met tyd," sê hy, maar Annelie voel net meer onderdruk deur sy advies.En: Life provides answers with time," he said, but Annelie just felt more overwhelmed by his advice.Af: Sy het die afgelope paar maande net oor die toekoms gedink en Pieter se pogings het soos 'n verdere las gevoel.En: She had been thinking only about the future for the past few months, and Pieter's efforts felt like an additional burden.Af: Karien het hulle gelei, klaarblyklik nie oorweldig deur enigiets behalwe die volgende stap nie.En: Karien led them, apparently not overwhelmed by anything but the next step.Af: Sy het altyd 'n positiewe uitkyk gehou, iets wat Annelie dikwels bewonder het, maar nou net irriterend gevind het.En: She always maintained a positive outlook, something Annelie often admired but now just found irritating.Af: Hulle het voortgegaan, stap vir stap, die vars lug 'n weldaad vir die siel.En: They continued on, step by step, with the fresh air being a balm for the soul.Af: Toe hulle uiteindelik die top bereik, het die uitsig oor Kaapstad en die oseaan wye horisonne van moontlikhede laat sien.En: When they finally reached the top, the view over Kaapstad and the ocean revealed wide horizons of possibilities.Af: Dit is op hierdie oomblik, met die wind saggies waaiend, dat Annelie haar gedagtes nie meer kan bedwing nie.En: It was in this moment, with the wind gently blowing, that Annelie could no longer contain her thoughts.Af: "Ek weet nie wat ek wil doen nie," breek sy stil.En: "I don't know what I want to do," she quietly confessed.Af: "Ek is bang ek gaan almal teleurstel.En: "I'm afraid I'll disappoint everyone."Af: "Pieter het haar ingestinktief omhels.En: Pieter instinctively embraced her.Af: "Ons is almal trots op jou, Annelie.En: "We are all proud of you, Annelie.Af: Jy hoef nie nou alles uit te werk nie.En: You don't have to figure everything out now.Af: Neem jou tyd," sê hy, met Karien wat zachties koekeloer en haar hand op Annelie s'n plaas.En: Take your time," he said, with Karien gently peeping and placing her hand on Annelie's.Af: Daardie opregte gesprek teen die majestueuse agtergrond van Tafelberg het iets in Annelie losgemaak.En: That sincere conversation against the majestic backdrop of Tafelberg unlocked something in Annelie.Af: Sy het besef haar pa en suster sal haar ondersteun, maak nie saak wat sy kies nie.En: She realized her father and sister would support her, no matter what she chose.Af: Die druk het begin oplig en sy het geweet dat hierdie pad, al is dit kronkelend en onseker, een is wat sy nie alleen hoef te stap nie.En: The pressure began to lift, and she knew that this path, although winding and uncertain, was one she didn't have to walk alone.Af: Met nuwe moed en dankbaarheid vir haar familie, het hulle stadig begin om hul pad terug af te neem.En: With newfound courage and gratitude for her family, they slowly began to make their way back down.Af: Annelie het teruggekyk na die berg se kalm teenwoordigheid en geglimlag.En: Annelie looked back at the calm presence of the mountain and smiled.Af: Alhoewel sy nie al die antwoorde...
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