Estonian with Eli

Epizódok

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  Introduction / sissejuhatus 01.02.2026 3p

  This is introductory episode to the Estonian learning podcast Estonian with Eli, what it's about and how it might help you speak better Estonian. Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/29/0-introduction-sissejuhatus/
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  1.1 Story / Lühijutt. Kadri õpib ja töötab 01.02.2026 5p

  This is an episode of a short story introducing "mina" and "tema" forms.Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-1-story-luhijutt-kadri-opib-ja-tootab/
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  1.2 About Estonia - Eestist 01.02.2026 5p

  This episode talks about Estonia, some characteristics and interesting facts. Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-2-about-estonia-eestist/
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  1.3 Food – Toit: leib ja piim 01.02.2026 10p

  In this a bit longer and maybe more complex episode, we discuss Estonian food, with longer focus on the different kinds of breads and dairy products popular in Estonia.Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-3-food-toit-leib-ja-piim/
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  1.4.1 Beginners – algajatele 01.02.2026 6p

  This episode is directed to beginners, using fairly simple language pronounced clearly at a slow pace to allow distinction between each word. In this episode, I introduce myself a bit, which should be understandable with beginner vocabulary basis. Full transcription here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-4-1-beginners-algajatele/
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  1.4.2 Beginners short story about Kristi - Lühijutt Kristist algajatele 01.02.2026 7p

  Second episode for beginners in slow Estonian, this time in a short-story format about a young girl Kristi. Includes third and first person perspectives and some simple questions in the end.Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-4-2-beginners-short-story-about-kristi-luhijutt-kristist-algajatele/
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  1.4.3 Introductions and questions – tutvustamine ja küsimused 01.02.2026 8p

  In this episode, the beginners' series continues. This time I am introducing a person from first-person perspective and asking several questions based on each sentence. Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-4-3-introductions-and-questions-tutvustamine-ja-kusimused/
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  1.5 St. Martin's Day - Mardipäev 01.02.2026 7p

  In this episode, we discuss the Estonian traditions around St. Martin's Day, and moreover the eve before the day when (usually) kids go from house to house to perform and ask for donations. Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-5-st-martins-day-mardipaev/
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  1.6 Weather - Ilm 01.02.2026 12p

  In this episode, we delve into the different weather conditions, how to describe, what weather is like in Estonia in broad terms, and hopefully help you understand some weather forecast terminology.Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-6-weather-ilm/
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  1.7 Christmas - Jõulud 01.02.2026 9p

  In this episode, I talk a bit about Christmas traditions in Estonia, aiming to keep a slower pace for new learners.Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-7-christmas-joulud/
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  1.8 Christmas foods - jõulutoidud 01.02.2026 9p

  In this episode, I introduce a few different Christmas foods from Estonia, with brief descriptions of what they are. Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-8-christmas-foods-joulutoidud/
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  1.9 Routine - rutiin (beginner-friendly) 01.02.2026 10p

  In this episode I give an example day to talk about repeating activities, such as a routine. Also questions in the end for you to try and answer.Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-9-routine-rutiin-beginner-friendly/
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  1.10 NYE - vana-aasta õhtu 01.02.2026 8p

  In this episode, I discuss some traditions around New Years Eve in Estonia, how we celebrate, fireworks, comedy shows, and new year's resolutions. Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-10-nye-vana-aasta-ohtu/
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  1.11 Family - perekond 01.02.2026 9p

  In this episode I introduce some family-related vocabulary that is used in everyday Estonian.Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-11-family-perekond/
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  1.12 Come/go/frequent verbs - tulema/minema/käima tegusõnad 01.02.2026 8p

  In this episode I explain different ways we use the three verbs tulema, minema, käima, with sample sentences to conjugate in present tense. Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-12-come-go-frequent-verbs-tulema-minema-kaima-tegusonad/
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  1.13 Music - Muusika 01.02.2026 11p

  In this episode I discuss the usefulness of music to language learning, as well as list some Estonian bands that may be enjoyable to explore.Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/01/30/1-13-music-muusika/
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  1.14 Story - a day at the beach - Lühijutt - päev rannas 05.02.2026 9p

  This episode contains a short story about a day at the beach, told from three diferent perspectives and questions and answers.Full transcript here: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/02/05/1-14-story-a-day-at-the-beach-luhijutt-paev-rannas/
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  Podcast updates - taskuhäälingu uudised 05.02.2026 6p

  This episode is mainly aimed at giving updates on the podcast, how it will continue, supporter's club and more relevant information. Check out the full transcript on the website: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/02/05/season-1-podcast-updates-esimese-hooaja-taskuhaalingu-uudised/
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  2.6 Liina's adventures - Liina seiklused 23.03.2026 13p

  This is a very beginner-friendly episode where I start telling a longer story. This is the first part of a series, told in third person point of view, and Q&A in second/third person, which allows you to practice speaking in first person, which we most often do. As usual, you can find the full transcript on my website https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/03/23/2-6-liina-seiklused/ and get access to it using the password shared with my monthly supporters on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/eestikeeleliga
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  2.7 Liina's adventures 2 - Liina seiklused 2 30.03.2026 14p

  This episode is sequel to 2.6, where I continue with the same story about Liina and her family. It is aimed at early beginners with easy sentences, present tense, and includes questions and answers to help you start speaking by answering the questions in first person form.The full transcript is available on my website https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/03/30/2-7-liina-seiklused-2/ and the password is available to my monthly supporters on my Ko-fi website: https://ko-fi.com/eestikeeleligaLots of new exciting benefits are explained in this session to the monthly supporters, such as a video call for all monthly supporters, and Signal messaging group chat for 'Libahunt' and above tier supporters.