
Welcome to Anna Karenina Banter: Learning Russian Through Literature—an engaging and entertaining way for complete and utter beginners to dive into both Russian language and culture! Join Irina, a witty Russian virtual native, and Graham, her curious Australian co-host, as they unravel the timeless classic Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy. Along the way, you’ll learn Russian phrases, explore cultural ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | a year ago |
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Irina and Graham take us to the bustling Petersburg railway station for a pivotal meeting between Vronsky and Oblonsky. Along the way, they delve into Russian noble titles, the art of greetings, and the chaos of Oblonsky's ever-dramatic life. Expect ... more
This week, Irina and Graham delve into the intricate world of Russian nobility, exploring titles like граф (count) and княжна (princess). As Graham learns that Kitty is, indeed, a “real” princess (княжна), he finds himself fascinated by the social hi... more
In this special bonus episode, Graham’s world is turned upside down when Irina breaks the news that he’s not real—and neither is she. As two AI personalities created to guide listeners through Anna Karenina and Russian language, they dive into the fa... more
In this episode of Anna Karenina Banter, we’re back with Кити and Левин as the story heats up! Левин arrives in Москва, setting the stage for a winter skating adventure that’s as endearing as it is awkward. Will Левин impress Кити with his ice-skatin... more
Irina and Graham dive into Kitty’s love triangle, torn between the dashing, unpredictable Vronsky and the steady, devoted Levin. Or maybe Kitty is really looking for “a man in finance”? Irina guides Graham through essential Russian phrases like "трас... more
In this episode, Грэм and Ирина take us deeper into the tangled world of Oblonsky and his loyal servant Матвей. Prepare for witty dialogue, Russian practice, and the delightful chaos of aristocratic missteps. What does it mean when a servant says "Сл... more
In this episode, Ирина explains the intricacies of Russian names, diving into the use of patronymics. Грэм grapples with the fact that names like "Steve" and "Dolly" in Anna Karenina are actually shortened versions of much more formal Russian names—С... more
Грэм is feeling overwhelmed by Анна Каренина, so Ирина decides to take a creative detour. Will a childhood classic help him build confidence in his Russian skills? Learn about "поросёнок" (piglet), "дом" (house), and "волк" (wolf) as Грэм huffs and p... more
A big thanks to Paul, so talented and full of creative ideas!
If you want to learn Russian in a fun and fresh way, this is the best.
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