RSS feed problem solved!

RSS feed problem solved!

Author: Natalia Worthington October 4, 2005 Duration: 0:00
Many subscribers to my podcast reported errors while downloading different episodes of "A Spoonful of Russian" podcast. iTunes, iPodder (and other feed aggregators) either didn't show some files, or had one of the dialogs (or Russian songs) linked as my episode's link.

I am not sure whose problem it was: Blogger or Feedburner. Once I removed all the extra mp3 and zip files iTunes picked the right mp3 file to show as an episode!

Good, but I don't want to give up on the idea of providing you with extra material, like Russian songs, flash cards, etc. I am looking into an alternative at the moment.

Thank you for staying 'tuned'!

Curious about the Russian language but find textbooks a bit dry? A Spoonful of Russian-Learn Russian Online from Russian Tutor offers a more personal and engaging path. Hosted by Natalia Worthington, a native speaker and linguist, this podcast feels like having a knowledgeable friend guide you through the nuances of her mother tongue. Each episode serves a digestible lesson, blending practical vocabulary and common phrases with cultural insights that bring the language to life. You'll hear everything from poetry readings to discussions of Russian holidays, providing context that goes far beyond simple memorization. The audio format is perfect for learning on the go, while supplemental video lessons patiently demonstrate the elegant, and often tricky, art of Russian cursive handwriting. Designed to be accessible for learners of all ages, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to polish your conversational skills, Natalia's approach is both methodical and warm. The content is structured to build your confidence gradually, making the complexities of Russian grammar and pronunciation feel manageable and even enjoyable. Tune in for a genuine taste of the language, served with clarity and a deep understanding of how people actually speak and write. This is a resource for anyone who wants to connect with Russian in a meaningful way, one spoonful at a time.
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Большое спасибо to Angela, who was kind enough to create a short tutorial for me to change the banner on this site. Kudos to my multi-talanted listener!
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You'll be surprised how many words you would be able to recognize without studying any Russian. The words I am talking about are cognates - words borrowed from a foreign language that share a common pronunciation and mea…
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Click on the title "Vacation Note" to hear my message. I have a few photos to go with my audio note. All of them were taken in Texas outside Tyler. I can't waith to get back to work on the next "A Spoonful of Russian" le…
Lesson 3 - 'How are You?' [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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If you ask a Russian 'How are you?' (КАК ДЕЛА) you might hear more that just a simple "OK". But for starters we'll learn some simple replies. Here are the transcripts of the dialogs from our lesson. #1 (- Как дела, Эмили…
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Driving down familiar streets, it seemed there were National Guards on every corner.....(Click for bigger version).Managed to get a shot of downtown New Orleans including shabby Superdome:
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Monday we got to go back to survey the damage hurricane Katrina brought with it. We left Houma (where we are staying now) at 4am.There was a lot of waiting in lines.....A trip that usually takes us 1 hour, lasted 4 hrs.A…
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How do you say 'Goodbye' in Russian? This show teaches you a couple of ways to do that. As you listen, the images below will help you visually. - Пока, Эмили. - Пока, мам. - До свидания, Эмили. - До свидания, папа. Sorry…
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Just to keep all my listeners posted. I am using internet access through Houma Public Library at the moment. I was affraid I wouldn't be able to get the next show out to you this coming Saturday, but now I promise you it…
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Friends and family members greet each other with a simple "Привет". for those who want to 'Copy'+'Paste' : - Привет, Эмили. - Привет, мам. Use "Здравствуйте" with people you barely know, with much older folks (unless the…
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The musical intro and the artwork for my podcast are accomplished today - thanks to Apple's Garage Band and my family members for lending their voices:)Ideas for the content keep coming. One thing I know the show is goin…