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

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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.

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  • Warm Hearts in a Winter Wonderland: A Rīga Rendezvous

    Warm Hearts in a Winter Wonderland: A Rīga Rendezvous
    Jan 20 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Latvian: Warm Hearts in a Winter Wonderland: A Rīga Rendezvous Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/lv/episode/2026-01-20-08-38-20-lv Story Transcript:Lv: Vēsa ziemas diena metās mīkstā rūtainā kaka.En: It was a cool winter day that turned into a soft checkered quilt.Lv: Vecpilsētas Rīgas ielas bija klātas sniega kārtu, kas čaukstēja zem kājām.En: The streets of the Old Town Rīga were covered with a layer of snow that crunched underfoot.Lv: Rūdolfs, tiesājot sejā skarbo vēju, atrada patvērumu nelielā kafejnīcā, kas minama zem draudzīga uzraksta "Siltais sirds".En: Rūdolfs, facing the harsh wind, found refuge in a small café, marked by a friendly sign reading "Siltais sirds".Lv: Kafejnīcas durvis ieskanējās, kad viņš tās atvēra, iekšā izstarot vēsu gaisu un putainu sniega graudu brāzmu.En: The café doors jingled as he opened them, letting in a gust of cool air and a flurry of frosty snow grains.Lv: Iekšā bija silts, gaisma lēja mājīgu siltumu pār visu telpu, kur karājās rustiskas koka goda sijas.En: Inside, it was warm, and the light spilled a cozy warmth over the entire room, where rustic wooden beams of honor hung.Lv: Plīvojošs ugunsplēsums knakstējās kamīnā, ap kuru bija saspraudītas dažas lāpstu krēsli.En: A flickering fire crackled in the fireplace, around which a few shovel chairs were gathered.Lv: Pa lielajiem logiem varēja vērot izliekto sniega deju, pārklājot ielas ar baltu segu.En: Through the large windows, one could watch the swirling snow dance, covering the streets with a white blanket.Lv: Katrīna, sārtos vaigos un smaidiem sejā, jau bija sev ieņēmusi vietu pie kamīna.En: Katrīna, with rosy cheeks and a smiling face, had already taken a seat by the fireplace.Lv: Viņas roku silda karsta kafijas krūze, un viņas acis pētīja caur sniegoto vidi aiz loga.En: Her hands warmed by a hot cup of coffee, and her eyes studied the snowy scene outside the window.Lv: Rūdolfs pienāca un bikli vaicāja, vai var sēsties blakus.En: Rūdolfs approached and timidly asked if he could sit next to her.Lv: Katrīna uzmundrinoši pasmaidīja un norādīja uz brīvo vietu.En: Katrīna encouraged with a smile and pointed to the empty seat.Lv: Tā viņi satikās.En: And so, they met.Lv: Rūdolfs nebija izrunīgs cilvēks, bet ziņkārīgais bliks uz Katrīnu viņam kārdināja atvērties.En: Rūdolfs was not a talkative person, but the curious glance at Katrīna tempted him to open up.Lv: Viņš stāstīja par savu darbu skolā, kā katrs ziema sagādā jaunas ainas un mācības.En: He spoke about his work at school, how each winter brought new scenes and lessons.Lv: Katrīna dalījās savā ikdienas dzīvē kā mārketinga speciāliste, atklādama daļu savas dvēseles un cerības par izpratnes pilniem kontaktiem.En: Katrīna shared her daily life as a marketing specialist, revealing part of her soul and her hopes for meaningful connections.Lv: Viņa bija nogurusi no tukšām sarunām un vēlējās patiesu saikni.En: She was tired of meaningless conversations and longed for a genuine connection.Lv: Dzirkstošs smieklis parādījās viņu starpā, kad viņi apjauš, ka abi mīl staplešī sezonu - Rīgas ziemas brīnišķīgo krauguma smaržu un mīlestību pret karstajiem dzērieniem aukstā dienā.En: Sparkling laughter arose between them as they realized they both loved the staple of the season – the wonderful crisp scent of Rīga's winters and the love for hot drinks on a cold day.Lv: Viņi sarunājās par Vecpilsētas šarmu, godinādami tās šaurās ieliņas un apslēptos dārgumus.En: They talked about the charm of the Old Town, celebrating its narrow streets and hidden treasures.Lv: Sasalusi pilsēta, tomēr tik dzīva un pilna ar pārsteigumiem.En: A frozen city, yet so alive and full of surprises.Lv: Rūdolfs pamazām iznāca no sava čaula, atklādams Katrīnai vairāk par savu dzīvi.En: Slowly, Rūdolfs emerged from his shell, revealing more of his life to Katrīna.Lv: Katrs vārds lika muskuļiem atslābināties, un viņa sirds kļuva vieglāka.En: Each word made his muscles relax, and his heart grew lighter.Lv: Katrīna bija laimīga šādā autentiskā saskarsmē.En: Katrīna was happy with such authentic interaction.Lv: Viņi paspieda roku un apmainījās tālruņa numuriem, solot tikties vēlreiz.En: They shook hands and exchanged phone numbers, promising to meet again.Lv: Varbūt šoreiz kaut kur ārā tējas vai karstvīna glāzītē.En: Perhaps this time, somewhere outside over tea or a glass of mulled wine.Lv: Kad viņi iznāca no kafejnīcas, sniega vētra bija rimusies.En: When they left the café, the snowstorm had subsided.Lv: Pilsēta bija pieklususi, bet viņu sirdis mutuļoja ar tikko izdīgušu siltumu un draudzības šķipsnām.En: The city was quiet, but their hearts swirled with freshly sprouted warmth and threads of friendship.Lv: Rūdolfs ...
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    16 mins
  • Antique Adventures: A Flea Market Quest for Hidden Gems

    Antique Adventures: A Flea Market Quest for Hidden Gems
    Jan 19 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Latvian: Antique Adventures: A Flea Market Quest for Hidden Gems Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/lv/episode/2026-01-19-23-34-02-lv Story Transcript:Lv: Rīgas krāmu tirgū bija rosīga diena, neskatoties uz ziemas saltumu.En: Rīgas flea market was bustling with activity, despite the winter chill.Lv: Cilvēki staigāja starp tirgus letēm, kas bija pārpildītas ar dažādiem dārgumiem un ikdienas mantām.En: People wandered between market stalls, which were overflowing with various treasures and everyday items.Lv: Saldais cepto kastaņu aromāts piepildīja gaisu, sajaucoties ar dūmaino elpu, kas izbēga no zemes sildelementiem, kas piedāvāja kādu siltumu.En: The sweet aroma of roasted chestnuts filled the air, mingling with the smoky breath escaping from ground heating elements that offered some warmth.Lv: Ilze, tērpta ērtā mētelī un vilnas šallē, ar spīdošām acīm pārskatīja preces.En: Ilze, dressed in a cozy coat and wool scarf, examined the goods with shining eyes.Lv: Viņai bija viens mērķis - atrast viduslaiku broši, kuru viņa ilgi meklēja, lai pabeigtu savu kolekciju.En: She had one goal – to find a medieval brooch she had been searching for a long time to complete her collection.Lv: Blakus viņai stāvēja Maris, viņas draugs, kurš aizdomīgi lūkojās apkārt.En: Beside her stood Maris, her friend, who was suspiciously looking around.Lv: Viņš nebija tik aizrautīgs kā Ilze, bieži vien šauboties par dažādu priekšmetu autentiskumu, uz kuriem Ilze krita.En: He wasn't as enthusiastic as Ilze, often doubting the authenticity of the various items that Ilze was drawn to.Lv: Ilze pietuvojās vienai no letēm, kas pārsteidzoši bija pilna ar antikvariāta precēm.En: Ilze approached one of the stalls, which was surprisingly full of antique goods.Lv: Tur stāvēja Aldis, rūdīts tirgotājs, kas bija pazīstams ar savu asprātīgo bartera māku.En: There stood Aldis, a seasoned trader known for his witty bartering skills.Lv: Kad viņa acis sastapa Ilzes, viņš pasmaidīja, uzreiz apzinoties, ko meklē.En: When his eyes met Ilze's, he smiled, immediately realizing what she was looking for.Lv: "Manā kolekcijā ir retos gadījumos redzama broša," Aldis sacīja, izceļot mazu samta kastīti.En: "I have a brooch rarely seen in my collection," Aldis said, producing a small velvet box.Lv: Iekšā spīdēja uz smalka zīda auduma izvietotā, brīnišķīga viduslaiku broša.En: Inside gleamed a beautiful medieval brooch set on fine silk fabric.Lv: Ilzes sirds sāka pukstēt ar jaunu spēku.En: Ilze's heart began to pound with renewed vigor.Lv: Viņas draugs, Maris, iemeta skeptisku skatienu.En: Her friend, Maris, cast a skeptical glance.Lv: "Vai esi droša, ka tā ir īsta?En: "Are you sure it's real?Lv: Izskatās pārāk labi," viņš nomierināja Ilzi, kas tagad izpētīja brošu.En: It looks too good," he calmed Ilze, who was now examining the brooch.Lv: "Man tā vajadzīga," Ilze atbildēja, ieliekot rokās kastīti un saudzīgi aplūkojot brošu.En: "I need it," Ilze replied, taking the box in her hands and carefully observing the brooch.Lv: Viņa meklēja kādu zīmi, kas apliecinātu tās autentiskumu.En: She searched for some mark that would certify its authenticity.Lv: Tad viņa to pamanīja - mazu, ieraktu zīmi brošas aizmugurē, ko parasti nepamana nezinātājs.En: Then she noticed it – a small, engraved mark on the back of the brooch, which often went unnoticed by the uninformed.Lv: Viņa bija pārliecināta.En: She was convinced.Lv: Aldis gāja garām cenai, gribot saņemt par brošu lielāku summu.En: Aldis went past the price, wanting to receive a higher sum for the brooch.Lv: Ilzes sirds šķita cīkstoties par un pret.En: Ilze's heart seemed to struggle back and forth.Lv: Tad viņa dziļi ievilka elpu un atkāpa nedaudz no Alda prasībām.En: Then she took a deep breath and backed off slightly from Aldis's demands.Lv: Iepriekšējās iešanu caur tirgu starpniekšanā viņai iemācījušas mākslu pārrunāties.En: Her previous experiences navigating the market had taught her the art of negotiation.Lv: "Es zinu, ka jūs zināt tās vērtību," Ilze teica paļāvīgi, "bet mana piedāvātā cena ir godīga.En: "I know you know its value," Ilze said confidently, "but my offered price is fair."Lv: "Aldis sekundē uzmeta skatienu Marim, kurš stāvēja aizdomīgi balsotājā stāvoklī, un pēc tam paskatījās uz Ilzi.En: Aldis took a quick glance at Maris, who stood in a suspiciously observing position, and then looked at Ilze.Lv: Viņa pašapziņa un pārliecība bija viļojoša.En: Her self-assurance and conviction were compelling.Lv: Viņš vēlreiz vērtīgi pārdomāja, pirms nolaižot cenu.En: He reconsidered for a moment before lowering the price.Lv: Ilze jutās triumfējoši, kad viņa ieguva brošu par savu cenu.En: Ilze felt triumphant as she acquired the brooch at her price.Lv: ...
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    17 mins
  • A Shared Winter Treat: Rīga’s Solstice Soup Surprise

    A Shared Winter Treat: Rīga’s Solstice Soup Surprise
    Jan 19 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Latvian: A Shared Winter Treat: Rīga’s Solstice Soup Surprise Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/lv/episode/2026-01-19-08-38-20-lv Story Transcript:Lv: Rīgas Centrāltirgus skan un burzgo kā mēness pilns ar bitēm.En: Rīgas Centrāltirgus hums and bustles like a moon full of bees.Lv: Cilvēki steidzas ar maziem ratiņiem, sāk meklēt ziemas saldo izstrādājumus, un zemāk esošie jumti uzsūc daudz siltuma no andeles.En: People hurry with small carts, starting to search for winter's sweet treats, and the roofs below absorb much warmth from the bustle.Lv: Rūķīši, piparkūkas un biezais sniega pārklājs pie sienām neļauj aizmirst par Ziemassvētku tuvošanos.En: Elves, gingerbread, and a thick blanket of snow on the walls ensure nobody forgets the approach of Christmas.Lv: Gaiss smaržo pēc kanēļa un apelsīniem, savukārt jautra balsu lietus cilpo telpā kā priecīgs dīvainis.En: The air smells of cinnamon and oranges, while a merry rain of voices skips around the space like a cheerful oddball.Lv: Inese ir tirgū agrā rītā.En: Inese is at the market early in the morning.Lv: Viņai jāuztaisa sava slavenā saulgriežu zupa.En: She needs to make her famous solstice soup.Lv: Viss jau ir sagādāts, tikai viens īpašs ziemas ingrediens trūkst – tas piešķir zupai garšu un sirdi.En: Everything is ready, except for one special winter ingredient – it gives the soup its flavor and heart.Lv: Viņa ir dzirdējusi, ka pie liela tirdzniecības galda šis retais saknes dārzenis gaida pircēju.En: She has heard that at a large market stall, this rare root vegetable awaits a buyer.Lv: Tomēr viņai blakus nostājas Māris.En: But next to her stands Māris.Lv: Viņš skatās uz to pašu galdiņu ar acīm, kas mirdz cerību.En: He gazes at the same table with hopeful eyes.Lv: Māris ir dzirdējis, ka šis dārzenis ir īpašs ziemas afrodīzijs.En: Māris has heard that this vegetable is a special winter aphrodisiac.Lv: Viņš vēlas iegādāties to savām romantiskajām vakariņām, lai iepriecinātu savu iepatikušo dāmu.En: He wants to buy it for his romantic dinner to please his lady friend.Lv: Kad pārdevēja ceļ ingredientu, sākas īsta sacensība.En: When the vendor lifts the ingredient, a real competition begins.Lv: "Divdesmit eiro," saka Inese.En: "Twenty euros," says Inese.Lv: "Divdesmit pieci," ātri piedāvā Māris.En: "Twenty-five," Māris quickly offers.Lv: "Trīsdesmit!En: "Thirty!"Lv: " Inese neatpaliek.En: Inese keeps up.Lv: Māra seja sārtē, viņš ir apņēmies.En: Māris's face blushes; he is determined.Lv: Tad Inese izdara soli uz priekšu.En: Then Inese makes a step forward.Lv: "Inese," viņa saka draudzīgi, "tu saproti, kas tas ir?En: "Inese," she says kindly, "do you understand what this is?"Lv: " Māris pakrata galvu, izrada šaubas.En: Māris shakes his head, showing doubt.Lv: Inese izvelk no iepirkumu somas pavārgrāmatu ar skaisto zupas recepti, skaidri parādot dārzeņa nozīmi.En: Inese pulls a cookbook with a beautiful soup recipe out of her shopping bag, clearly showing the vegetable's significance.Lv: Māris smaida neskaidri.En: Māris smiles uncertainly.Lv: "Es domāju, ka tas padara par īpašu romantisku vakaru," viņš saka nedaudz apkaunojies par savu kļūdu.En: "I thought it would make for a special romantic evening," he says, a little embarrassed by his mistake.Lv: Tad abiem parādās smaidi, un viņi sāk smieties.En: Then smiles appear on both their faces, and they begin to laugh.Lv: "Galu galā," Māris teasliņu, "vai tev nevajag daudz vairāk nekā mīlestību zupā?En: "After all," Māris teases, "don’t you need much more than love in a soup?"Lv: " Inese piekrīt, un viņi izdara kļūdas labošanas plānu.En: Inese agrees, and they make a plan to correct the mistake.Lv: Viņi ierunājas, vienojot dalīt šo dārzeņu, lai abi varētu sagatavot kaut ko īpašu.En: They chat, agreeing to share this vegetable so both can prepare something special.Lv: Un kad svētki pienāk, abas puses ir apmierinātas ar vakars pēc vakara saulgriežu sugām, viena caur draudzību, otra caur gardāko zupu.En: And when the holidays arrive, both sides are satisfied with night after night of solstice feasts, one through friendship, the other through the most delicious soup.Lv: Rīga turpina skanēt, un divi cilvēki dalās priekā un ziemas garšās.En: Rīga continues to hum, and two people share joy and the flavors of winter. Vocabulary Words:bustle: burzgomoon: mēnesselves: rūķīšigingerbread: piparkūkasblanket: pārklājsensure: neļaujmerry: jautraoddball: dīvainissolstice: saulgriežiingredient: ingrediensroot vegetable: saknes dārzenisgaze: skatāshopeful: cerīburomantic: romantiskāmvendor: pārdevējacompetition: sacensībadetermined: apņēmiesembarrassed: apkaunojiescorrect: kļūdas labošanasfeasts: sugāmapproach: tuvošanoscinnamon: kanēlistreats: izstrādājumuscarts:...
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    14 mins
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