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Favorite language learning resources? (self.Blind)
submitted by yoyo2718
Anyone have favorite language learning resources that are mostly audio? I want to learn Russian, but a lot of resources I’ve found rely heavily on visuals, and the audio only stuff I’m finding seems not great. I’d prefer one or two main resources as opposed to piecemealing together random YouTube videos or something. What do you all like for language learning?

(Edit: I have NLS bard access, but couldn’t find anything there.)
Motya105 3 points 1y ago
I’d suggest looking into Pimsleur’s courses. They have a Russian course, though I haven’t used it myself, their courses are well-done, providing a phrase-book-like approach while also introducing you to various grammatical structures/points. I’d also suggest posting to the R/Russian subreddit, (they may also have resources there.) The “Be Fluent In Russian,” YouTube channel has some useful grammatical and vocabulary videos narrated by a native speaker.
zersiax 3 points 1y ago
Maybe a bit much for what you're looking for but maybe you'll be able to find some good stuff in the guide I wrote on this topic: $1

Audio-wise though I'd recommend Michel Thomas, there's probably a russianpod101 or similar, things like that. Thomas gets a bad rep from some, but the Russian course is to my knowledge taught by an actual Russian lady, so should be pretty useful.

Similarly the \*pod101 podcasts get a bad rep, rightfully so, for the disgusting amounts of marketing they tend to bombard you with. I personally don't have an issue ignoring this, but if it's a problem for you you might opt for their audiobooks instead which are essentially the podcasts without all the fluff.

Hope that helps :)
yoyo2718 [OP] 1 points 1y ago
Thank you!
RunsOnBoltCoffee 2 points 1y ago
DuoLingo recently released stories and audio lessons. I would think they would just support the existing learning materials though.
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