Laura speaks Dutch

ShareThis time we have a special podcast dedicated to the political situation in the Netherlands. The government stepped down over disagreement on the Asylumcase of a Somali-born lawmaker. Of course we learn some words as well: Politics | Politiek The Administration (Government) stepped down| De regering is afgetreden Elections | Verkiezingen Parliament | Parlement Members [...]

 #12 SPECIAL: Country without Government [7:03m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

ShareThis podcast is dealing with some grammar. Am I angry with you listeners that I do that? You bet! The Netherlands were kicked out of the world championships socker and that’s sad of course. So I take it out on you with some grammar. So hard work this time, not the most energizing but it [...]

 Laura speaks Dutch #11: Grammar I/You/She/He/They and to be [9:01m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

ShareNot only people from outside the Netherlands listen to the podcast. A lot of people listen to the show through the podcast community website Podfeed.nl. By rating the show and listening to it one can increase their ranking and Laura speaks Dutch is currently the most popular Dutch podcast! If you like this you can [...]

ShareThis episode is one of several smaller ones that deals with certain words to beef up the vocabulary or some specifics. They don’t last as long and help you picking the language up a little bit sooner. This time we focus on the most famous colors and make up for something I forgot last time.

 Laura speaks Dutch #10: Colors of the wind [6:31m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

ShareIn this episode we focus on the phrases that help loved to meet and of course to do the nescessary maintance on the relationship. You won’t learn explicit language here, but things you ought to know at least. Given the initial goal of the podcast this episode was long overdue. Here’s what you learn:

 Laura speaks Dutch #9: Talking to your sweetheart [9:01m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

ShareIn this episode we’re going to check-in to our hotel. Asking for the room, etc. After that you’ll receive some general information on hotel in the Netherlands. Here’s what you learn:

 Laura speaks Dutch #8: Check-in to the hotel [10:31m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

ShareMany of you will be well aware that this week the world championships soccer start. For the Netherlands this is a big thing, especially since we qualified to play. Soccer is important and especially during these games. So it is useful to know some words, some phrases to make a good impression and of course [...]

 Laura speaks Dutch #7: The worldcup soccer [9:46m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

ShareThis time we focus on public transportation. Even though we complain a lot about the public transport we actually have a good system that is quite reliable. Despite some small delays it covers the vast majority of our country.

 Laura speaks Dutch #6: Public Transportation with Martijn Warnas [7:29m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download