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Are you ready to supercharge your Afrikaans listening comprehension?

Our podcast is the perfect tool for you. Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing.

That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in Afrikaans, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Afrikaans and English.

This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension. But we don't stop there.

Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts you may have struggled with.

Our podcast is not just for language learners, it's also for travelers or people who wants to connect with their roots. Are you planning a trip to Cape Town, Stellenbosch, or Franschhoek? Maybe you want to speak Afrikaans with your grandparents from Pretoria?

Our podcast will equip you with the cultural and linguistic background needed to fully immerse yourself in regions where Afrikaans is primarily spoken, such as South Africa and Namibia. Our podcast is based on the latest research in linguistics, sociolinguistics,
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  • Mysteries Unveiled: Tafelberg's Hidden New Year Secrets

    Mysteries Unveiled: Tafelberg's Hidden New Year Secrets
    Dec 30 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Mysteries Unveiled: Tafelberg's Hidden New Year Secrets Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2025-12-30-08-38-20-af Story Transcript:Af: Die hitte van die somerson brand helder oor die majestueuse Tafelberg.En: The heat of the summer sun shines brightly over the majestic Tafelberg.Af: Pieter, die energieke plaaslike toergids, stap met vaste treë op 'n nou paadjie.En: Pieter, the energetic local tour guide, walks with determined steps on a narrow path.Af: Sy nuuskierigheid oor die berg se geheime lei hom elke dag na nuwe avonture.En: His curiosity about the mountain's secrets leads him to new adventures every day.Af: Saam met hom stap Annelie, 'n fotograaf vol entoesiasme, en Jaco, 'n omgewingswetenskaplike met 'n beskermende gees vir die natuur.En: Accompanying him are Annelie, a photographer full of enthusiasm, and Jaco, an environmental scientist with a protective spirit for nature.Af: Vandag is hul doel een van die berg se geheimsinnige grotte.En: Today, their goal is one of the mountain's mysterious caves.Af: Die stad se gedruis is ver van hul gedagtes af.En: The city's noise is far from their thoughts.Af: Tafelberg se rotsformasies omring hulle met 'n stoere skoonheid.En: Tafelberg's rock formations surround them with a rugged beauty.Af: Reg voor die Nuwejaarsvieringe wil die drietal iets besonders vind.En: Right before the New Year celebrations, the trio wants to find something special.Af: Toe hulle die grot bereik, wag 'n vreemde verrassing op hulle.En: When they reach the cave, a strange surprise awaits them.Af: Daar in die donker lê 'n geheimsinnige voorwerp, glinsterend in die dowwe lig.En: There in the dark lies a mysterious object, glistening in the dim light.Af: Dit lyk nie of dit daar hoort nie.En: It doesn't seem to belong there.Af: Pieter kniel neer en betas dit met versigtigheid.En: Pieter kneels down and carefully examines it.Af: "Wat dink jy is dit?En: "What do you think it is?"Af: " vra Annelie, met haar kamera gereed.En: Annelie asks, with her camera ready.Af: Sy sien die potensiaal vir 'n uitsonderlike foto.En: She sees the potential for an exceptional photo.Af: Jaco frons en bestudeer die voorwerp noukeurig.En: Jaco frowns and studies the object closely.Af: "Dit kan dalk die ekosisteem beïnvloed," waarsku hy, sy stem bekommerd.En: "It might affect the ecosystem," he warns, his voice concerned.Af: Maar Pieter is vasbeslote om die waarheid uit te vind.En: But Pieter is determined to find out the truth.Af: Hy wil weet waarom hierdie voorwerp reg onder die berg se oppervlakte gevind word.En: He wants to know why this object was found right beneath the mountain's surface.Af: "Haal foto's, Annelie," sê Pieter vasbeslote.En: "Take photos, Annelie," says Pieter decisively.Af: "Jaco, jy kan help verstaan watter impak dit mag hê.En: "Jaco, you can help understand what impact it might have."Af: "Terwyl Annelie die oomblik vasvang met haar lens, delf Pieter en Jaco dieper in die grot.En: While Annelie captures the moment with her lens, Pieter and Jaco delve deeper into the cave.Af: 'n Nuwejaar-gleem vonkel aan die onderkant van die berg.En: A New Year's gleam sparkles at the bottom of the mountain.Af: Die geheim van die voorwerp lok hulle soos 'n magneet dieper na die hart van die berg.En: The mystery of the object draws them like a magnet deeper into the heart of the mountain.Af: Onder 'n skuifplaat vind hulle 'n verborge kamer.En: Under a shifting stone, they find a hidden room.Af: In daardie kamer lê 'n reeks ou artefakte, bedek met 'n dun lagie stof.En: In that room lies a series of old artifacts, covered with a thin layer of dust.Af: Dit vertel 'n verhaal van 'n verlore geskiedenis, skynbaar deel van Tafelberg se eie geheime.En: It tells a story of a lost history, seemingly part of Tafelberg's own secrets.Af: Die trio, met asem opgehou, besef die gewig van hul ontdekking.En: The trio, holding their breath, realizes the significance of their discovery.Af: Die eerste lig van 'n nuwe jaar breek oor die horison en verf die wêreld in 'n vars begin.En: The first light of a new year breaks over the horizon and paints the world with a fresh start.Af: Met nuwe insig besluit hulle om die plek se geheim te bewaar en regmatige argeologiese ondersteuning te vra.En: With new insight, they decide to keep the place's secret and seek legitimate archaeological support.Af: Hulle vier hul gedeelde ontdekking met 'n groot gevoel van samehorigheid.En: They celebrate their shared discovery with a great sense of camaraderie.Af: Vir Pieter is dit meer as net 'n ontdekking.En: For Pieter, it is more than just a discovery.Af: Dit is die binding van 'n span, die vreugde van vriendskap, en 'n hernude doel in sy lewe.En: It is the bonding of a team, the joy of friendship, and a renewed purpose in his life.Af: Op hierdie eerste oggend van die nuwe jaar sien hulle nie net die skoonheid van die berg nie, maar die krag van die reis ...
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  • New Year, New Bonds: A Vineyard Tale of Unexpected Connection

    New Year, New Bonds: A Vineyard Tale of Unexpected Connection
    Dec 29 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: New Year, New Bonds: A Vineyard Tale of Unexpected Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2025-12-29-23-34-02-af Story Transcript:Af: Die son sak stadig oor die Kaapse Wynlande, tergend mooi soos dit sy laaste lig oor die druiflande drapeer.En: The sun sets slowly over the Kaapse Wynlande, teasingly beautiful as it drapes its last light over the vineyards.Af: Elmarie stap rustig tussen die bordewing se wingerdstokke deur, 'n glas wyn in die hand.En: Elmarie walks calmly among the rows of vines, a glass of wine in hand.Af: Haar voete trap stadig oor die klipperige paadjies, elke tree 'n mengsel van besluitloosheid en hoop.En: Her feet tread slowly over the rocky paths, each step a mixture of indecision and hope.Af: Die feesvieringe van Oujaarsaand roep haar, maar sy voel 'n behoefte om net 'n oomblik weg te wees van die skare, die geraas.En: The celebrations of New Year's Eve call her, but she feels the need to just be away from the crowd, the noise, for a moment.Af: Frans, tussen die stoutmoedige wyne en die belofte van 'n nuwe jaar, let haar op vanuit die skadu van die ou keldermuur.En: Frans, among the bold wines and the promise of a new year, notices her from the shadow of the old cellar wall.Af: Hy is gewoond daaraan om die skielike stories en persoonlikhede van reisigers te smee.En: He is used to crafting the sudden stories and personalities of travelers.Af: Maar hierdie aand wil hy meer, iets dieper vind.En: But this evening he wants more, to find something deeper.Af: Hy sien die begeerte in Elmarie se oë – die wense om die oomblik vas te gryp terwyl sy nie kan besluit watter stap om volgende te neem nie.En: He sees the desire in Elmarie's eyes—the wishes to seize the moment while she can't decide which step to take next.Af: "Sal jy van die spesiale oesjaar proe?En: "Would you like to taste the special vintage?"Af: " vra Frans, sy stem sag en warm soos 'n somerwind.En: Frans asks, his voice soft and warm as a summer breeze.Af: Elmarie stop, verras deur die vriendelikheid.En: Elmarie stops, surprised by the friendliness.Af: Hulle oë ontmoet en skielik voel die afstand tussen hulle minder tasbaar.En: Their eyes meet and suddenly the distance between them feels less tangible.Af: "Ja, ek sal graag wil," antwoord sy, haar stem 'n tikkie opgewonde.En: "Yes, I would love to," she answers, her voice a touch excited.Af: Sy stap nader, elke tree voel dieper in die ervaring van die wynlande se nalatenskap.En: She steps closer, each step feeling deeper in the experience of the winelands' legacy.Af: Die gedruis van die mense, die flonkerende liggies van die fees, bly agter soos die wêreld vir Elmarie en Frans kleiner word, rondom 'n eenvoudige tafel met 'n enkel bottel tussen hulle.En: The buzz of the people, the twinkling lights of the festival, stay behind as the world for Elmarie and Frans becomes smaller, around a simple table with a single bottle between them.Af: Frans vertel van die wyn se karakter – die balans van tanniene, die geur van kersie en eikehout.En: Frans talks about the wine's character—the balance of tannins, the scent of cherry and oak.Af: Maar meer as net die wyn, deel hy sy passie, sy storie.En: But more than just the wine, he shares his passion, his story.Af: Elmarie luister, haar eie stories ontvou soos die kurk van 'n nuwe bottel.En: Elmarie listens, her own stories unfolding like the cork of a new bottle.Af: Donker verteel stories van sy kinderdae.En: Donker tells stories of his childhood.Af: Hoe hy die verskuilde skoonheid in die wynbottels se geboë glasraam raakgesien het, soos 'n kunswerk wat elke keer nuut geskilder word.En: How he noticed the hidden beauty in the wine bottles' curved glass frame, like a piece of art painted anew each time.Af: Elmarie vertel van Johannesburg se vinnige ritme, van haar pogings om kleur en vorm betekenis te gee, 'n stilsame soeke na iets groter as haarself.En: Elmarie speaks of Johannesburg's fast pace, of her attempts to give color and shape meaning, a silent search for something greater than herself.Af: Soos die vuurwerke die lug versier, besef hulle dat hulle nie meer net vreemdelinge is nie.En: As the fireworks decorate the sky, they realize they are no longer just strangers.Af: Die wyn vloei vrylik, en hul lag eggo oor die stilte van die veld.En: The wine flows freely, and their laughter echoes over the silence of the field.Af: Een lag, dan 'n ander, en heel gou is dit onsinlik om te glo dat hulle ooit vreemdelinge was.En: One laugh, then another, and soon it becomes senseless to believe they were ever strangers.Af: “Ek sal terugkom,” probeer Elmarie verseker tussen hul vertellings.En: "I will come back," Elmarie tries to assure between their stories.Af: “Ek wil meer leer.En: "I want to learn more."Af: ”Frans glimlag, tevrede, en sê: “Daar is nog soveel lê op jou te wag, ek sal graag wil wys.En: Frans smiles, satisfied, and says, "...
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  • Love Across Oceans: A New Year's Eve Reunion

    Love Across Oceans: A New Year's Eve Reunion
    Dec 29 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Love Across Oceans: A New Year's Eve Reunion Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2025-12-29-08-38-19-af Story Transcript:Af: Vrolike musiek en gelag vul die lug by die strande van Kaapstad.En: Cheerful music and laughter fill the air at the beaches of Kaapstad.Af: Dit was Nuwejaarsdag.En: It was New Year's Day.Af: Die somerson skitter oor die see en die sand onder die voete van mense is heerlik warm.En: The summer sun glistens over the sea and the sand beneath people's feet is pleasantly warm.Af: Langs die strand stap Johan stadig.En: Along the beach, Johan walks slowly.Af: Hy dink aan Nandi, wat nou in 'n ander land is, besig met haar studies.En: He thinks of Nandi, who is now in another country, busy with her studies.Af: Nandi straal van optimisme.En: Nandi radiates optimism.Af: Sy het kontakte gemaak, nuwe dinge geleer, maar mis die geluid van die branders en die geselskap met Johan.En: She has made contacts, learned new things, but misses the sound of the waves and the companionship with Johan.Af: Johan het altyd 'n meer praktiese benadering gehad.En: Johan has always had a more practical approach.Af: Hy mis Nandi, maar dis moeilik vir hom om dit te erken.En: He misses Nandi, but it's difficult for him to admit it.Af: "Wat as ons uitmekaar dryf?En: "What if we drift apart?"Af: " wonder hy.En: he wonders.Af: Op die strand sit Johan met sy foon.En: On the beach, Johan sits with his phone.Af: Hy kyk na foto's wat hulle saam geneem het.En: He looks at photos they took together.Af: Hy weet daar is 'n video-oproep later.En: He knows there is a video call later.Af: Hy voel die kommer in sy hart.En: He feels the anxiety in his heart.Af: Hy moet sy gedagtes deel, maar die gedagte maak hom bang.En: He needs to share his thoughts, but the idea scares him.Af: Nandi skakel in net toe die son wegsink.En: Nandi calls in just as the sun sets.Af: "Hi Johan!En: "Hi Johan!"Af: " groet sy vrolik.En: she greets cheerfully.Af: "Ek mis Kaapstad en jou!En: "I miss Kaapstad and you!"Af: " Sy glimlag breed en vertel hom van haar planne.En: She smiles broadly and tells him about her plans.Af: Johan luister geduldig, maar sy hart klop vinnig.En: Johan listens patiently, but his heart beats fast.Af: Die afstand vra sy tol.En: The distance takes its toll.Af: "So, hoe is jou dag?En: "So, how is your day?"Af: " vra Nandi.En: Nandi asks.Af: Johan huiwer.En: Johan hesitates.Af: Die klank van vuurwerke begin in die verte.En: The sound of fireworks begins in the distance.Af: "Ek is bang ons dryf uitmekaar," sê Johan sag.En: "I'm afraid we're drifting apart," Johan says softly.Af: Die woorde lê swaar tussen hulle.En: The words lie heavy between them.Af: Die video-oproep word stil.En: The video call becomes silent.Af: Nandi, met haar sagte stem, antwoord: "Ek verstaan, Johan.En: Nandi, with her soft voice, replies: "I understand, Johan.Af: Maar ons moet mekaar vertrou.En: But we need to trust each other.Af: Ek is lief vir jou.En: I love you.Af: Ons sal maniere vind om bymekaar te wees.En: We'll find ways to be together."Af: " Johan voel die las lig.En: Johan feels the burden lift.Af: Sy woorde is gehoor.En: His words have been heard.Af: Hulle besluit om volgende jaar saam in Kaapstad die Nuwejaar in te wy.En: They decide to ring in the New Year together in Kaapstad next year.Af: Johan het sy emosies vrygelaat, en Nandi verseker hom dat liefde wel 'n pad vind.En: Johan has released his emotions, and Nandi assures him that love will indeed find a way.Af: Die vuurwerke verlig die hemel terwyl die see die vurige kleure weerspieël.En: The fireworks light up the sky as the sea reflects the fiery colors.Af: Met nuwe vooruitsigte, weet hulle dat hulle verhouding die toets van tyd en afstand kan weerstaan.En: With new prospects, they know their relationship can withstand the test of time and distance.Af: Johan leer om sy hart te open, en Nandi balanseer haar drome met die liefde in haar hart.En: Johan learns to open his heart, and Nandi balances her dreams with the love in her heart.Af: Saam betrede hulle die nuwe jaar, vasbeslote om hul verhouding sterk te hou.En: Together, they enter the new year, determined to keep their relationship strong.Af: Bly bymekaar was nooit meer so belangrik nie, en die spasiëring tussen hulle voel nou minder groot.En: Staying together has never been more important, and the spacing between them now feels smaller.Af: Die toekoms wink vir Johan en Nandi, hand aan hand, ten spyte van die oseane tussen hulle.En: The future beckons for Johan and Nandi, hand in hand, despite the oceans between them. Vocabulary Words:cheerful: vrolikelaughter: gelagglistens: skitteroptimism: optimismecompanionship: geselskappractical: praktieseadmit: erkendrift: drwyfanxiety: kommerhesitates: huiwertoll: tolfireworks: vuurwerkesoft: sagteburden: lasreleased: vrygelaatassures: versekerwithstand: weerstaandetermined: vasbeslotespacing: spasiëringprospects...
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