Podcast

“Пять минут” is a podcast for intermediate and advanced students of Russian.

The podcast is also available on Spotify.

Podcast, Russian language, Vocabulary

Пять минут. Выпуск 31. Возраст и Фазы Жизни

In this episode of “Пять минут,” I, Евгения Власова, explore the timeless topic of age and life phases. From newborns to the elderly, I discuss terms like “toddler,” “teenager,” and “matured,” alongside cultural stereotypes about age. Reflecting on my IELTS exam experience, I debate ageism, realizing talent, like Mick Jagger’s, defies age. Happiness, it seems, depends on the person, not their years.

Podcast, Soviet Union

Пять минут. Выпуск 30. Советский Новый год

In this episode of “Пять минут,” I, Евгения Власова, speak about the Soviet New Year. Once overshadowed by Christmas, it became Russia’s main holiday post-revolution, replacing bourgeois traditions with Soviet cheer. By the 1960s, ideology faded, leaving vibrant school celebrations with spinning Christmas trees and lavish feasts. Despite shortages, people created joy with loved ones, proving a holiday needs heart, not abundance.

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