Czech Your Day

From Failure to Phoenix: Mir's Remarkable A2 Exam Story 30.04.2026 1t 4min

Send Renča a text 😉 This episode is so special. Why? Because Mir is openly talking about his failure during the first attempt for his A2 exam. Why did he fail? What happened next before meeting me and starting a new chapter in his learning journey that lead to his SUCCESS? Why 58 x 90-minute traditional lessons didn't lead him to success? How is it possible that the equivalent of 9 lessons with me (54 x 15-minute lessons = 9 x 90-minute lessons) was more than enough for him to pass the A2 exa...

Czech Success: Cilia's Journey to Acing the A2 Exam 12.02.2026 44min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, my student Cilia is sharing her experience with the preparation for her A2 exam in Czech as well as the exam itself. And how about her Czech in the future? Thank you so much, Cilia, for sharing your views and journey with us. Quick note: I forgot to use the cable at the first part of the talk. That's why there is a brief moment when our talk sounds weird. I don't normally edit these talks so that it's as authentic as possible. I had to edit out the p...

From Fear to Fluency: Karin’s Czech Learning Tale 28.01.2026 26min

Send Renča a text 😉 I am so glad Karin has agreed to record this talk with me. Why is this episode so special? ⭐️ Karin is overcoming her fear of speaking Czech ⭐️ she has reached such a level that she could have this talk in Czech - how has she achieved that? ⭐️ Karin is a teacher - so what it's like to teach a teacher? And what does she think about my 15-minute lessons (as a teacher)? And my community? This talk is about having fun, huge personal journey and so much more. It's defin...

Mastering Czech: Tips to Make the Best Out of 120 Episodes 01.01.2026 8min

Send Renča a text 😉 Wrapping Up Season 2: Tips to Maximize Czech Learning In the final episode of season 2, Renča reflects on the achievement of creating 120 episodes in eight months and shares essential tips for optimizing the podcast for learning Czech. Thank you for your support and enjoying the ride with me 🤗 Renča The list of all episodes is here: https://czech-me.com/daily-podcast-czech-your-day/ The link (COMMUNITY Czech Your Day): https://czech-me.com/join-community-czech-your-d...

Czech Your Preferences: Reflecting on 20 and Now (KDYŽ MI BYLO DVACET, RÁDA JSEM CESTOVALA) 31.12.2025 6min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča takes you on a journey back in time, comparing her likes and dislikes at age 20 to her current preferences. In this way you will refresh structures to express preferences in both the past and present tense. Renča shares her changing interests in meditation, walking with a dog, baking, cooking, ginger tea, traveling, reading, swimming, and umbrellas. If you aren't familiar with these structures in Czech, go back to episodes #12, #14 and #1...

Yesterday's Tale: A Peek into Martin's Day (CO VČERA DĚLAL MARTIN?) 30.12.2025 5min

Send Renča a text 😉 Renča has created a short story about Martin's day. Why? It will give you a chance to practice all the verbs in the 3rd person (masculine) as well as time (v půl sedmé, ve tři čtvrtě na pět etc.), places and exressions useful when you want to talk about your day. If you are a beginner or you struggle with listening, use the part in the slow mode first. Listen to it without a handout at first. It may be frustrating, I know. But your ears need to get used to the Czech sounds...

Back in Time: A Season 2 Finale (STORY in Czech) 29.12.2025 10min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this special episode,Renča celebrates the final week of season two by reflecting on the journey so far, with over 115 episodes to date. This week's theme, 'Back in Time,' revisits episodes from season one and two, tweaking them to reinforce vocabulary and practice past tense in Czech. This episode focuses on revising the months, places, and past tense verbs through questions and answers. Renča reads slowly at first and then at a faster pace, providing extra practi...

Czech Dialogues Unplugged: Mastering 'Have' in the Past Tense 26.12.2025 5min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shares with you 2 dialogues in the past tense. You will have the chance to practice the expressions you have learnt this week (#51-#54). You will hear both dialogues in Standard Czech (= textbook version = the one you need for exams or formal situations). And as a bonus, you will hear the first dialogue in a really informal version (real-life Czech). Renča has used lots of informal expressions (also the way she pronounces certain words - eg. od...

What Questions Would Renča Ask a Potential Tutor? (part 2) 25.12.2025 17min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shares with you another set of questions she considers important (and qualities a tutor should have, in her opinion). This episode and the episode last week have been created to inspire, to make you think, to realize that the price tag isn't the only question to ask the potential tutor. The list of all episodes is here: https://czech-me.com/daily-podcast-czech-your-day/ The link (COMMUNITY Czech Your Day): https://czech-me.com/join-community-czech-yo...

From Holidays to Dates: Czech Verb 'MÍT' (MĚL JSEM DOVOLENOU, MÁM RANDE) 24.12.2025 9min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shares with you frequently used Czech expressions involving the verb 'to have' (such as 'vacation', 'meeting', 'date', and more). The episode offers translations and explanations in both English and Czech to accommodate learners at different levels. I highly recommend you to download the handout + check the article with English translations here: The list of all episodes is here: https://czech-me.com/daily-podcast-czech-your-day/ The link...

Czech Past Tense Decoded: Master 'To Have (MĚLI, JÁ JSEM MĚLA) 23.12.2025 9min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča focuses on the verb 'to have' in past tense (as it is irregular). Through various sentences and practical examples. You will also get the chance to practice the expressions from the previous episode. I highly recommend you to download the handout + check the article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/czech-past-tense-decoded-master-to-have-meli-ja-jsem-melas02-e52-daily-podcast-czech-your-day/ The list of all episodes is here: https...

Mastering Czech Expressions with 'To Have' (MÁM PRÁCI, MÁM HLAD) 22.12.2025 10min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shares with you essential Czech expressions in which the verb 'MÍT' is used. Renča explains how these phrases differ from English, covering common usages like MÁM ČAS (I have time), MÁM PRÁCI (I am busy), and MÁM HLAD (I am hungry), etc. I highly recommend you to download the handout + check the article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/mastering-czech-expressions-with-to-have-mam-praci-mam-hlads02-e51-daily-podcast-czech-you...

Master 3 Dialogues in Czech (at a Restaurant) 19.12.2025 8min

Send Renča a text 😉 Join Renča on this episode of Czech Your Day as she wraps up a week focused on mastering useful Czech phrases for restaurant situations. This Friday episode features three practical dialogues to help you apply what you've learned about ordering food and drinks, addressing waitstaff, and paying the bill. I highly recommend you to download the handout + check the article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/master-3-dialogues-in-czech-at-a-restaurant-s0...

Handling Difficult Czech Restaurant Situations 18.12.2025 7min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča introduces useful Czech phrases for customers dining at restaurants. She covers common situations like asking for a menu, placing an order, inquiring about recommendations, requesting the bill, and handling payment issues. Renča also discusses potential challenges in Czech restaurant service and provides simple, practical language tips for navigating them. This fast-paced episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their Czec...

What Questions Would Renča Ask a Potential Tutor? (Part 1) 17.12.2025 10min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode Renča shares questions she would ask a tutor if she wanted one. Part 2 will follow next week so that you can pitch in as well.

Mastering Essential Phrases a Waiter Asks You in Czech 16.12.2025 7min

Send Renča a text 😉 In today's episode, Renča shows you useful phrases you might hear from waitstaff in Czech restaurants, such as 'Už máte vybráno?' (Are you ready to order?), 'Co si dáte k pití?' (What would you like to drink?), and 'Budete platit hotově nebo kartou?' (Will you pay in cash or by card?). Whether you're a beginner or more advanced learner, follow along at your own pace and take advantage of additional free resources, articles, and handouts available here: https://czech-...

Flavourful Czech: Master the Menu (from PŘEDKRM to PŘÍLOHA) 15.12.2025 6min

Send Renča a text 😉 After listening to this episode, you won't be taken off guard when reading a menu in Czech. You will understand main sections (such as starters, sides or soups). Renča also shares a bit from Czech culture: typical Czech soups or main dishes, etc. I highly recommend you to download the handout + check the article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/ flavourful-czech-master-the-menu-in-czech-from-predkrm-to-priloha-s02-e46-daily-podcast-czech-your-day- The l...

5 Mini Stories in Czech (Perfective x Imperfective Verbs in the Past) 12.12.2025 6min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča has prepared for you 5 mini stories in which you will see mainly verbs of movement in the past + lots of expressions with the preposition NA. When you check the context all the perfective - imperfective mumbo jumbo will start making more sense. Let the context help you. I highly recommend you to download the handout + check the article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/5-mini-stories-in-czech-perfective-x-imperfective-verbs-i...

From America to Czech Republic: Whitney's Six-Year Adventure (SPECIAL TALK) 11.12.2025 25min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this special episode, Whitney shares her experience and really useful tips that have helped her reach a really high level of Czech. She is able to have deep talks in Czech. What it's like to move to the Czech Republic with one kid, giving birth to two more and knowing you want to stay here long-term so learning Czech is crucial for you? THANK YOU SO MUCH, WHITNEY, for sharing really interesting thoughts with us during this talk. So don't postpone it, grab a cup of tea o...

Where Did You Go? (PART 2B) - NA FESTIVAL, NA NÁVŠTĚVU, etc. 10.12.2025 6min

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shares with you 9 more frequent places that are used with the preposition NA. You will not only learn the base form, but you will also practice question words. How so? Because Renča has prepared for you 9 questions. To go on foot in the past tense (JÍT - JÁ JSEM ŠEL): Season 2, Episode 37 You can download a handout and read an article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/where-did-you-go-part-2b-na-festival-na-navstevu-etc-s02-e43-dai...