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FluentFiction - Afrikaans

FluentFiction - Afrikaans

FluentFiction.org 341 Episodes Sep 1, 2026

FluentFiction - Afrikaans is a language-learning podcast designed to improve Afrikaans listening comprehension through storytelling. Each episode presents a story in Afrikaans, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Afrikaans and English. The podcast also provides vocabulary lists and transcripts to aid understanding and cultural context. It is aimed at language learners, travelers, and those reconnecting with their heritage.

Episodes

Mystery at the Terminal: Unveiling the Curious Suitcase
Mystery at the Terminal: Unveiling the Curious Suitcase Sep 1, 2026 1102 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Mystery at the Terminal: Unveiling the Curious Suitcase Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-09-01-07-38-19-af Story Transcript:Af: In die glinsterende terminal van Kaapstad Internasionale Lughawe, flonker die vroeë lente son deur die groot glasvensters.En: In the shimmering terminal of Kaapstad Internasionale Lu
Ancient Secrets and Modern Heroes: A Healer's Journey
Ancient Secrets and Modern Heroes: A Healer's Journey Aug 31, 2026 1008 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Ancient Secrets and Modern Heroes: A Healer's Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-31-22-34-02-af Story Transcript:Af: Onder die helder son van Antieke Egipte, waar die sand duisende geheime verberg en standbeelde in die verte loer, staan Pieter, 'n toegewyde geneser, voor 'n groot uitdaging.En: Under
Crafting Deals and Splicing Spices in Ancient Kartago
Crafting Deals and Splicing Spices in Ancient Kartago Aug 31, 2026 1093 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Crafting Deals and Splicing Spices in Ancient Kartago Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-31-07-38-19-af Story Transcript:Af: Die son loer tussen die stalletjies deur, liggies dansend op kleurvolle trosse lap wat oor die mark in antieke Kartago gespan is.En: The sun peeks through the stalls, lightly dancing o
Love, Laughter, and Lost Flip-Flops on the Kaapstad Docks
Love, Laughter, and Lost Flip-Flops on the Kaapstad Docks Aug 30, 2026 992 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Love, Laughter, and Lost Flip-Flops on the Kaapstad Docks Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-30-22-34-01-af Story Transcript:Af: Die wind van Kaapstad is ietwat ysig, maar die belofte van lente hang in die lug.En: The wind of Kaapstad is somewhat chilly, but the promise of spring hangs in the air.Af: Die V&a
Conquering Tafelberg: A Journey of Courage and Cooperation
Conquering Tafelberg: A Journey of Courage and Cooperation Aug 30, 2026 1024 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Conquering Tafelberg: A Journey of Courage and Cooperation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-30-07-38-20-af Story Transcript:Af: Op 'n helder, koue wintersoggend, met die klanke van Kaapstad wat in die verte mompel, het Liam en Annelie by die voet van die Tafelberg gestaan.En: On a bright, cold winter morni
The Art of Vulnerability: Lessons in Honesty and Health
The Art of Vulnerability: Lessons in Honesty and Health Aug 29, 2026 1018 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: The Art of Vulnerability: Lessons in Honesty and Health Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-29-22-34-02-af Story Transcript:Af: Die winterwind het die strate van Kaapstad koud gemaak, maar binne-in die Iziko Suid-Afrikaanse Nasionale Galery was dit warm en uitnodigend.En: The winter wind made the streets of K
Healing Bonds: A Reunion of Hearts at the Art Gallery
Healing Bonds: A Reunion of Hearts at the Art Gallery Aug 29, 2026 1106 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Healing Bonds: A Reunion of Hearts at the Art Gallery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-29-07-38-20-af Story Transcript:Af: Die wind het koue strome deur Kaapstad se strate gestuur.En: The wind sent cold currents through Kaapstad's streets.Af: Dit was 'n stil, grys dag in die middel van die winter.En: It wa
Storms and Decisions: A Johannesburg Tale of Duty and Heart
Storms and Decisions: A Johannesburg Tale of Duty and Heart Aug 28, 2026 1081 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Storms and Decisions: A Johannesburg Tale of Duty and Heart Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-28-22-34-02-af Story Transcript:Af: Die Carlton Centre staan trots en hoog bo Johannesburg uit.En: The Carlton Centre stands tall and proud above Johannesburg.Af: Dit is winter, en die stad is koud.En: It is winter
Racing Against Darkness: A High-Stakes Project in Johannesburg
Racing Against Darkness: A High-Stakes Project in Johannesburg Aug 28, 2026 1095 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Racing Against Darkness: A High-Stakes Project in Johannesburg Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-28-07-38-20-af Story Transcript:Af: Die reën klots teen die groot vensters van die kantoor bo in die Carlton Centre te Johannesburg.En: The rain splashes against the large windows of the office high up in the Ca
Rocket Misfire: Lessons in Science & Safety
Rocket Misfire: Lessons in Science & Safety Aug 27, 2026 958 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Rocket Misfire: Lessons in Science & Safety Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-27-22-34-02-af Story Transcript:Af: In die helder en koue wintersonlig wat deur die groot vensters van die hoërskool se wetenskaplaboratorium stroom, staan Jannie met 'n mengsel van opgewondenheid en senuweeagtigheid.En: In th
Teamwork Triumphs: A Science Exhibition Story
Teamwork Triumphs: A Science Exhibition Story Aug 27, 2026 1008 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Teamwork Triumphs: A Science Exhibition Story Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-27-07-38-19-af Story Transcript:Af: Die reuk van chemikalieë vul die lug in die Hoërskool Wetenskaplaboratorium.En: The smell of chemicals fills the air in the Hoërskool science laboratory.Af: Die rakke is vol met glasbekers en
Misty Mountains: A Journey of Friendship and Leadership
Misty Mountains: A Journey of Friendship and Leadership Aug 26, 2026 953 Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Misty Mountains: A Journey of Friendship and Leadership Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/af/episode/2026-08-26-22-34-02-af Story Transcript:Af: Die lug oor Tafelberg was koud en skerp.En: The air over Tafelberg was cold and sharp.Af: Die wind het geluide gemaak soos fluite tussen die rotse.En: The wind made sounds like flute

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