Episodes
474
April 20, 2025
Dive into Poland's Wet Monday Tradition
Welcome to episode 477 of the Learn Polish Podcast. In this episode, we dive into the unique Polish tradition of Śmigus-Dyngus, also known as Wet Monday or Lany Poniedziałek. Celebrated on the Monday after Easter, this fun-filled custom involves people, especially children and young adults, joyfully splashing each other with water. It's a symbolic act of cleansing, renewal, and welcoming the spring season. Join us as we explore this lively tradition, discuss its origins and variations across ...
Guests: Roy Coughlan , Marta Mitura
473
April 16, 2025
Unlocking Polish: Greetings and Numbers for Beginners ( Epiosde 1 Sound improved )
The 1st Epiosde has 60K listeners and comments were about the sound quality. The sound has been improved and its a nice revision exercise. Welcome to the first episode of the Learn Polish Podcast, hosted by Roy Coughlan with Polish teacherKamilla from Polonus School in Łódź. In this introductory episode, you'll delve into common greetings and introductions in Polish, distinguishing between formal and informal interactions. Join us as we explore basic conversational phrases such as sayin...
472
April 13, 2025
Exploring Polish Home Vocabulary: From Blocks to Skyscrapers
In this engaging episode of the Learn Polish Podcast, hosts Roy and Marta delve into the vocabulary and cultural nuances of different types of Polish houses. Starting with the basics, they discuss the meaning of 'dom' and 'blok', and move on to explore the various forms of residential buildings, such as 'wieżowiec' and 'drapacz chmur'. Listeners will gain insights into the linguistic and cultural aspects of housing in Poland, including the differences between blocks of flats, skyscrapers, and...
Guests: Roy Coughlan , Marta Mitura
471
April 8, 2025
Unpacking "Kawałek" - More Than Just a Slice!
In this episode of the Learn Polish Podcast, Roy and Marta dive into the versatile Polish word "kawałek." Join them as they explore its various meanings, from a simple slice of cake or pizza to its usage in music and everyday snippets of conversation. With engaging examples and lively discussion, they unravel how this word can transform ordinary interactions into richer experiences. Whether you're ordering food, talking about music, or managing everyday situations, understanding "kawałek" wil...
Guests: Roy Coughlan , Marta Mitura
470
April 6, 2025
Unraveling the Many Meanings of 'Kawał'
Join Marta and Roy in this engaging episode of Learn Polish Podcast as they explore the versatile Polish word "kawał" and its various meanings. Whether it's a piece, a joke, or a story, this episode will deepen your understanding and usage of the word in different contexts. Listen as they share examples and discuss common phrases, enhancing your Polish language skills in a fun and interactive way. Perfect for language learners eager to expand their vocabulary and enjoy a good laugh. Tune in n...
Guests: Roy Coughlan , Marta Mitura
469
April 1, 2025
Understanding The Difference Between WOLNY And ZAJĘTY In Polish
Welcome to the Learn Polish Podcast, episode 472! Join us as we delve into the nuances of the Polish language, focusing on two intriguing adjectives, "wolny" (free) and "zajęty" (busy). We explore their multiple meanings and how they can be used in everyday contexts, from asking if someone is free for a coffee to declaring a seat occupied. Whether you’re a language enthusiast or a Polish learner, this episode offers valuable insights. Don’t miss out on the engaging discussions and practical exam...
Guests: Roy Coughlan , Marta Mitura
468
March 30, 2025
Reviving the Learn Polish Podcast with a New Co-Host
Welcome to the revitalized Learn Polish Podcast, where Roy introduces his new co-host, Marta Mitura. After a hiatus, the podcast is back, bringing vibrant energy and a new perspective on learning Polish. Marta shares her passion for teaching Polish, as well as insights about herself, including her hobbies, education, and more. Join Roy and Marta in this episode as they dive into basic Polish phrases, discuss the challenges and nuances of learning the language, and offer engaging lessons in a fun...
Guests: Roy Coughlan , Marta Mitura
345
Feb. 16, 2025
#345 How to Change the Current System - Sane in an Insane World
<p>This week we discussed how to change the current system, microwave dangers, Romanian Presidential elections, the Doge Tracker, the UK Procurement Files,Ai and the Live Geo Engineering event I will be sharing</p><p> </p><p><strong>About my Co-Host:</strong></p><p>Arnold Beekes Innovator, certified coach &amp; trainer and generalist. First 20 years in technology and organizational leadership, then 20 years in psychology and personal leadership (all are crucial for innovation).</p><p> </p><p>============</p><p> </p><p><strong>What we Discussed:</strong></p><p> </p><p>- Tea bag Metaphore to Change the Current System (30 sec)</p><p><br /></p><p>- The dangers of Microwaves (4 mins)</p><p><br /></p><p>- My Farmer confirming the Chemtrails and the chnge in the Sun (6 mins)</p><p>…
467
May 9, 2024
A Floral Vocabulary Journey In Polish
Immerse yourself in the richness of the Polish language as we explore floral vocabulary in this episode of Learn Polish Podcast. Host and the co-host Daniel dive into the exciting realm of flower names in Polish, turning a routine podcast episode int...
Guest: Roy Coughlan
466
May 8, 2024
Supermarket Vocabulary | Episode 465
Welcome to Learn Polish Podcast episode number 465 where we aim to help you expand your vocabulary - this time with a focus on supermarket related words and phrases. In this episode, we'll cover the Polish names for common grocery items, from lemons ...
Guest: Roy Coughlan
465
April 30, 2024
Ways to Cultivate a Good Relationship with Your Child
Welcome to episode 464 of the Learn Polish Podcast. In this episode, we delve deep into interesting conversations on how to foster an enriching relationship with your child. You can check out this episode as well as our previous ones on our website, ...
Guest: Roy Coughlan
464
April 28, 2024
Demystifying Uno - A Fun & Engaging Card Game
Welcome to the 463rd episode of the Learn Polish Podcast, where we make learning Polish fun and engaging. This episode is dedicated to the classic card game, Uno, and how it is played in Polish culture. The hosts discuss the game mechanics, the impor...
Guest: Roy Coughlan
463
April 23, 2024
The Intriguing Game of Darts | Learn Polish Podcast
Welcome to episode 462 of the Learn Polish Podcast. Today, we delve into an interesting discussion about the game of darts ('Żutki' in Polish). This episode takes a lively turn as Daniel, clothed in a blue top, integrates with the green screen during...
Guest: Roy Coughlan
462
April 22, 2024
Polish Basics - Learning to Greet in Polish with Daniel
Welcome to episode 461 of the Learn Polish Podcast, "Polish Basics - Learning to Greet in Polish with Daniel", where we are offering new and improved programming while maintaining our mission to help you learn Polish in a fun and interactive setting....
Guest: Roy Coughlan
461
April 9, 2024
Understanding ‘Against’ in Polish
Welcome to the 460th episode of Learn Polish Podcast! Are you new to learning Polish? Begin with our older episodes, go back right to the start so you can understand and learn systematically. All our previous episodes are available on LearnPolishPodc...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan
460
April 7, 2024
Engaging Polish Idioms and Vocabulary
Welcome to a new episode of Learn Polish Podcast. In episode number 459, Roy and Kamila once again delve into the exciting world of the Polish language, this time focusing on new vocabulary and idioms. Whether you are a beginner just embarking on you...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan
459
April 2, 2024
Welcome to Spring! An In-depth Dive into Polish Grammar
In episode number 457 of the Learn Polish Podcast, we delve into welcoming the wonderful season of spring while having a detailed discussion about the fundamental aspects of Polish grammar. We focus on cases, declination, and variations of the word '...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan
458
March 31, 2024
Easter Celebrations - Episode 456
Welcome to the 456th episode of Learn Polish Podcast. Today we discuss the traditions and customs surrounding the Easter holiday in Poland. As we delve into the symbolic representations of Easter from little lambs, colourful eggs to daffodils, we add...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan
457
March 29, 2024
What Do Children Like to Do?
Welcome to Learn Polish Podcast, episode 455, where we delve into the intriguing world of children and what they like to do. Joined by my son Daniel, we delve into various activities that engage children. From running, jumping, swinging to climbing t...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan
455
March 27, 2024
Understanding the Word 'O'
Welcome to the Learn Polish Podcast where we delve into the intricacies of the Polish language. In this episode, we dissect the meaning of the word 'O'. The word 'O' is versatile and dynamic in the Polish language, posing an interesting challenge to ...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan
454
March 25, 2024
Perfecting the Verb 'To Go'
Welcome to our 453rd episode of the Learn Polish Podcast, an engaging platform that takes you through the depths of the beautiful Polish language! Catch all our exciting episodes on learnpolishpodcast.com and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and shar...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan
456
March 22, 2024
A Deep Dive into School Subjects
Welcome to Episode 452 of the Learn Polish Podcast where we get up close and personal with school subjects. Tune in, subscribe, and give us a thumbs up on learnpolishpodcast.com or YouTube and Rumble. Discover more about our host and the six other po...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan
453
March 20, 2024
Understanding the Versatility of "Czy" in the Polish Language | Learn Polish Podcast - Episode 451
In episode 451 of the Learn Polish Podcast, we delve into the fascinating complexities of Polish language, focusing on a single, powerful word— "Czy." We unpack its different meanings, usages, and contexts, providing a rich resource for both new and ...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan
452
March 18, 2024
Mastering Usage of "I am at, I am in"
Welcome to the popular Learn Polish Podcast. In episode 450, we explore the usage of "I am at" and "I am in" in the Polish language. No matter whether you are new to learning Polish or an experienced student, you'll enjoy the discussion and intensive...
Guests: Polish for foreigners , Roy Coughlan