The Expat Edge
62 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingTwo former expats in Russia, Matt and Marcus, dive into their experiences in Russia and discuss the underrated opportunities Russia offers foreigners. They discuss moving to Russia, studying in Russia, cultural differences, learning Russian, traveling in Russia, Russian food, working in Russia, daily life, marrying Russian women, potential opportunities for foreigners in Russia, raising kids in Russia, driving in Russia and so much more. If you want to learn about life in Russia as an expat, this podcast is for you.
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Using the Russian Visa Center
February 10, 2022 23:00 - 6 minutes - 8.52 MBGetting a Russian visa seems very complicated. If you haven't dealt with Russian bureaucracy before, it will be your introduction. The documents required are straightforward, but sometimes if you have a special situation, it can seem impossible to get an answer from the Russian visa center. These are some of our top tips for using the Russian visa center. Join An Expat's Russia Virtual Summit 2022 at https://anexpatsrussia.com/2022-summit. Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.co...
How to Study in Russia for Free!
February 08, 2022 23:00 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBHardly anyone knows, but it is possible to study in Russia for free. Here we talk about some of the specifics of finding a program to study for free in Russia. Join An Expat's Russia Virtual Summit 2022 at https://anexpatsrussia.com/2022-summit. Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - ht...
How Many Vacation Days Do You Get in Russia?
February 07, 2022 22:07 - 7 minutes - 9.62 MBRussians get much more vacation time than in most Western countries. This is usually a surprise to many people working in Russia especially if they are from the US. We tell you exactly how much vacation time you get in Russia if you are working there. Join An Expat's Russia Virtual Summit 2022 at https://anexpatsrussia.com/2022-summit. Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https:/...
Should You get Russian Citizenship?
June 05, 2021 21:09 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBWe get questions all the time about getting Russian citizenship and whether it is worth it. We discuss the situations in which it makes sense to apply for Russian citizenship if you are eligible. If you need to get in contact with a lawyer regarding Russian citizenship, please reach out to us at [email protected]. https://expatriant.com/russian-citizenship-the-easiest-passport-to-get-in-the-world/ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job ...
Best & Worst Aspect of Teaching English in Russia
June 04, 2021 00:00 - 8 minutes - 8.06 MBTeaching English in Russia can be very lucrative, we have talked about it before, but it isn't easy. In addition, you have to put lots of work in and really hustle to make significant money teaching English in Russia. This hustle is both the best and worst part of teaching English in Russia. Teaching English in Russia - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDBW4x_ycfJYReht1IfTJz9F4cCsXymJJ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - ...
8 Pros to Getting Russian Citizenship
June 03, 2021 08:06 - 9 minutes - 8.53 MBGetting Russian citizenship has gotten much easier in the last few years. There are many options for people living and working in Russia that lead to a Russian passport. We talk about 8 pros to getting Russian citizenship. If you need to get in contact with a lawyer regarding Russian citizenship, please reach out to us at [email protected]. https://expatriant.com/russian-citizenship-the-easiest-passport-to-get-in-the-world/ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/a...
Flower Etiquette in Russia
June 01, 2021 07:44 - 9 minutes - 8.55 MBRussian women love flowers and if you are going to spend time in Russia, you NEED to know the important aspects of flower etiquette. We talk about some of the most common times to give flowers and what you should never do with flowers in Russia. Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - http...
Pros & Cons of a Residence Permit in Russia
May 28, 2021 14:22 - 10 minutes - 9.61 MBWe get so many questions about residence permits in Russia. Not only about how to get one, but here are the main pros and cons of getting a residence permit in Russia. If you need to get in contact with a lawyer regarding a residence permit in Russia, please reach out to us at [email protected]. Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia -...
Does Russia Allow Dual Citizenship?
May 27, 2021 00:25 - 5 minutes - 4.78 MBRussia has made major changes to the law around dual citizenship. For many expats in Russia who could apply for Russian Citizenship, until 2020, they had to renounce your existing citizenship. This was a major barrier. Now, anyone can get Russian citizenship and keep their first citizenship. It is also one of the easiest passports to get in the world. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our ...
Do Russians Accept Foreigners Who Speak Russian?
May 22, 2021 09:28 - 9 minutes - 8.29 MBBeing "accepted" in a foreign country has a big impact on how much you enjoy your time there! Matt and Marcus share their experience on how accepting Russian are or are not depending on how well you can speak Russian. Is there a correlation? Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com...
How Long Can Americans Stay in Russia on a Visa?
May 19, 2021 19:42 - 7 minutes - 6.93 MBRussian visas are a complex topic. Americans have a huge advantage when visiting Russia because they can apply for a 3-year visa to Russia. Here we explain exactly how long you can stay in Russia on a business or tourist visa as an American. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com...
Why it is Important to Overcome the Language Barrier in Russia
May 18, 2021 06:42 - 9 minutes - 8.61 MBThe language barrier in Russia is significant, and many expats are unwilling to learn enough Russian to get over it. Those who do conquer the Russian language are rewarded! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia ...
Visiting Russians for Dinner
May 15, 2021 08:42 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBVisiting Russians for dinner is a highlight of spending time in Russia. It is an amazing chance to experience Russian culture. We share some of our stories visiting Russians for dinner in their home. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrus...
Visiting Russians for Dinner
May 15, 2021 08:42 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBVisiting Russians for dinner is a highlight of spending time in Russia. It is an amazing chance to experience Russian culture. We share some of our stories visiting Russians for dinner in their home. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsru...
Are Bribes a Problem for Expats in Russia?
May 12, 2021 18:33 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBRussia has a reputation around the world for being plagued with bribes. To be honest, is it possible to give a bribe in Russia? Sure. Is it likely? Probably not. We talk about our experience around bribes in Russia. Spoiler: there aren't many situations where you will encounter bribes in Russia today. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/an...
Our Favorite Russian Foods
May 11, 2021 17:11 - 10 minutes - 9.23 MBRussian food isn't the most popular, but it is definitely underrated. There are so many fantastic dishes in Russian cuisine. Here, we talk about what we love the most. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - htt...
Why Russians Don’t Wear Shoes in Their Apartments
May 06, 2021 08:47 - 5 minutes - 5.03 MBIf you have been to Russia, you know, Russians never wear shoes in their apartments. We talk about our thoughts on why they do this. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Rem...
What do Russians Think about Russia?
May 04, 2021 18:22 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBRussians have very strong opinions about Russia. If you ask Russians who live abroad, many times they will have outdated opinions about Russia. As expats, we have a unique perspective on Russians' opinions of their country. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to...
Living in Moscow is Great for Travel!
May 01, 2021 09:16 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBOne of the best aspects of living in Moscow is the opportunity for travel. There are endless places to travel if you live in Russia. Moscow is one of the best cities in the world for airport connections. We share some of our favorite aspects of living in Moscow and traveling. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job...
If you want to live in Russia, you have to learn Russian!
April 28, 2021 17:37 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBLearning Russian is incredibly important if you want to live in Russia long-term. We talk about some of the reasons you have to learn Russian to live in Russia and some of our observations of others who did and didn't learn Russian. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get ...
How to Avoid Mail-Order Bride Scams in Russia
April 27, 2021 06:28 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBMail-order bride scams are always discussed when Russia comes up. Unfortunately, many men are drawn to these matchmaking agencies. We give our best advice on how to avoid mail-order bride scams in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://le...
Our Experience on Russian Trains
April 23, 2021 22:25 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBSome of our best experiences in Russia were on the train! We discuss everything you need to know to take the train in Russia and share a few stories. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussi...
Why You Should Teach English in Russia
April 21, 2021 12:06 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBIf you are considering teaching English in Russia, here are 4 great reasons to make the jump! Kyrgyzstan is Cool with Paul - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCes8GFnK418hSn1IJVmIWfg Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expa...
What Russians Think about Americans
April 19, 2021 14:51 - 12 minutes - 11 MBMany people ask us what Russians think about Americans. Russians are overwhelmingly positive when talking to Americans. We share some of our personal experiences of being American in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com ...
Why We Don't Live in Russia
April 16, 2021 04:25 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBThe question we get the most in the comments is, why don't we live in Russia? Here is our answer! We don't currently live in Russia, but we still visit often and have intentions to return. There are some reasons why expats consider living in Russia, and we share our reasons. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job ...
Why Move to Russia?
April 14, 2021 16:46 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBAre you looking for reasons why you should move to Russia? We give our opinions on why we think more people should consider moving to Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ ...
How Many Countries Border Russia?
April 12, 2021 22:49 - 5 minutes - 5.02 MBMost people know that Russia is the largest country in the world. But many people don't know that countries actually border Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remo...
Living with a Family in Moscow
April 10, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 9.26 MBAre you looking to move to Moscow with your family? We talk about some of the advantages and disadvantages you will encounter in Moscow with a family. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsruss...
Do You Need A Degree to Teach English in Russia?
April 07, 2021 10:56 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBOne of the biggest questions around teaching English in Russia is whether you need a university degree to teach in Russia. The answer is no, you don't but it is a bit more nuanced than that. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com ...
Pros & Cons of Teaching English in Russia
April 05, 2021 18:46 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBWondering what it is like to teach English in Russia? What are the pros and cons that you should expect? We discuss everything that English teachers will encounter teaching English in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com...
Income Tax in Russia for Expats
April 02, 2021 10:21 - 5 minutes - 4.89 MBWe get questions all the time about income tax in Russia. As expats, navigating a new tax system can seem complicated, especially if you are from the US. Fortunately, Russia has a very streamlined income tax system. We talk about the basics of income tax in Russia in this video. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a ...
How Much Money You Can Make Teaching English in Russia?
April 01, 2021 21:49 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBTeaching English in Russia can be extremely lucrative. Many people don't know the secrets to find private students who are willing to pay high hourly rates. We talk about our experience and how to find private English students in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com ...
Is Russia a Cheap Country for Expats?
March 29, 2021 19:19 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBWe get many questions about the cost of living in Russia and whether Russia is a cheap country. In this video, we give our opinion on whether Russia is a cheap country for expats specifically. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.co...
Can Foreigners Drive in Russia?
March 29, 2021 08:33 - 8 minutes - 7.38 MBDriving in Russia can be intimidating for foreign drivers. We have a lot of experience driving in Russia and try to dispel the myths associated with it in this video. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - htt...
What is the Ideal Expat Life in Russia?
March 25, 2021 14:52 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBAre you wondering what the ideal expat life in Russia is like? We talk about what we would want to have to live in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Rus...
Why Russian Names are so Hard for Expats to Remember
March 22, 2021 06:36 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBOne of the most difficult tasks when you first arrive in Russia is learning the customs associated with Russian names. It is much more difficult than you might imagine! Did you know that Alexander will usually go by Sasha or Shurik? Listen to some of our funny stories associated with Russian names. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anex...
What We Miss About Living in Russia
March 20, 2021 10:55 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MBWe lived in Russia for over 15 years between the two of us. While we don't live in Russia currently, there are many things we miss about life in Russia. Here are some of the top things we miss from our time in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russi...
Everything You Need to Know about Teaching English in Russia
March 17, 2021 22:48 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBThinking about teaching English in Russia? Here are answers to the questions we get all the time! If you have specific questions, let us know in the comments, we will answer them and if they are deep questions, we will do a separate video! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com...
Who Should Move or Immigrate to Russia
March 16, 2021 16:04 - 14 minutes - 20.1 MBAre you wondering whether moving or immigrating to Russia is right for you? In this video, we talk about who should move to Russia and what to think about before making the jump! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
5 Things that Drive us Crazy Living in Russia
March 14, 2021 11:18 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBThere are many things to love about living in Russia. In this video, though, we talk about the few things that drove us crazy when we lived in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Standard of Living as an Expat in Moscow
March 11, 2021 21:15 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MBWe discuss what kind of standard of living you might have in Moscow on different salary levels. We also talk about how much you can expect to earn working in Moscow. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Inconveniences of Living in Russia for Expats
March 09, 2021 20:37 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MBEvery country has differences and inconveniences, but we talk about the things that bothered us from time to time in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
What We Love and Hate about the Moscow Metro
March 09, 2021 00:10 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MBWe love the Moscow metro. There is no question it is one of the world's greatest, but there are some negatives too. Join our discussion of everything we love and hate about the Moscow metro. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
How to Navigate Russian Bureaucracy as a Foreigner
March 04, 2021 08:07 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MBIf you have spent a lot of time in Russia, you know, bureaucracy is a big part of life. We share our experience with Russian bureaucracy and some tips for you to help navigate. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Top Tips from Two Americans on Learning Russian
February 27, 2021 10:45 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this video, we share our top tips for learning Russian and how we learned ourselves. If you want us to talk about certain grammar topics, let us know in the comments! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
The Bureaucracy of Getting Married in Russia
February 19, 2021 20:38 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBThere are lots of stories about the difficulties of getting married in Russia. We share two very different versions of navigating the bureaucracy of getting married in Russia. You definitely need to have all the right documents, but you also need a number of stamps and certifications Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - h...
Tackling the Difficult Sounds of Russian
February 16, 2021 23:16 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MBAre you struggling to learn how to pronounce all the new sounds in Russian? We discuss the strategies we used to overcome the difficult sounds and speak Russian better. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Russian Superstitions that are Strange to Americans
February 13, 2021 00:37 - 11 minutes - 15.5 MBSuperstitions are very common everywhere, but there are some Russian superstitions that were surprising and a bit strange for us as Americans. In this video, we talk about some of the strange and interesting superstitions we encountered in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Biggest Mistake People Make When Learning Russian (and How to Avoid it!)
February 11, 2021 00:30 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MBMany people have trouble learning Russian. Marcus and Matt discuss the biggest mistake people make when they are learning Russian. It is easy to fix, but it definitely takes effort. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Can I live normally in Russia just by speaking English
February 09, 2021 00:01 - 6 minutes - 9.04 MBAre you thinking about moving to Russia but worried about whether you will be able to communicate with Russians? Matt and Marcus share their experience in Russia and what to expect if you can't speak any Russian. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange