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Better German Podcast

Better German Podcast

Von: Susanne Schilk-Blümel
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Your host Susanne Schilk-Blümel, or short Susi Blümel will teach you German and everything related to the language, the countries where German is spoken and the culture in those countries.Susanne Schilk-Blümel Reiseliteratur & Erläuterungen Sozialwissenschaften Sprachen lernen
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  • Ep 72 Demystifying German Articles

    Ep 72 Demystifying German Articles
    Jun 22 2026
    🎧 German Articles: Do Native Speakers Really Know Them?
    German articles can feel confusing when you’re learning German. Do native speakers actually know all the genders? Are there secret rules that tell you whether a noun is der, die, or das?
    In this episode, I answer some of the most common questions about German articles and explain why this topic is often made more complicated than it needs to be. You’ll learn what native speakers really know, how articles are actually learned, and why trying to memorize endless rules is usually not the best approach.
    📚 Key Topics in This Episode
    • What German noun genders really are
    • Why native speakers usually know the correct articles
    • Whether there are secret rules for der, die, and das
    • Why German articles should be learned as part of the word
    • Helpful patterns such as nouns ending in -ung
    • Compound nouns and how they can make articles easier
    • Why repetition is more important than memorization
    • The role of speaking and pronunciation when learning vocabulary
    • Common myths about German articles
    • How learners can make articles feel natural over time
    🔗 Mentioned Links
    Better German Community: https://bettergerman.info/community
    Placement Test: https://bettergerman.info/test
    Book a Meeting: https://bettergerman.trafft.com
    🚀 Learn German with Better GermanIf you’re looking for a practical way to learn German, the Better German Community gives you access to courses, practice materials, community support, and regular opportunities to ask questions and get help.
    The Summer Offer is available for €47 per month.
    If you’d like to join, send me an email or book a meeting with me to discuss your goals and find out whether it’s a good fit for you.
    Not sure where to start? Take the placement test and I’ll help you figure out the best next step.
    🎧 You May Also Like
    Episode 5: German Articles Explained
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    🧭 Want to Take a Course? – Free Placement ExamFree Placement with exam/questionnaire, personal program and interview to confirm placement and answer any questions. Courses are online, include materials and combine self study and live lessons. Pricing starts at €100/month, depending on your program. 👉 Take the placement exam: https://bettergerman.info/test

    🎓 Free Live Workshop | https://bettergerman.info/workshop
    🌐 Website | https://bettergerman.info▶️ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@Better-German/
    🎵 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@susibettergerman📌 Pinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/susibettergerman
    ✉️ Contact | podcast@bettergerman.info🎙 Start from Episode 1 | https://bettergerman.info/1
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    22 Min.
  • Ep 71 Learn German City Words: Streets, Squares, and More

    Ep 71 Learn German City Words: Streets, Squares, and More
    Jun 5 2026
    🏙️ Learn German City Words: Streets, Squares, and More
    In this episode, you’ll learn useful German vocabulary for talking about cities, streets, public transport, and the places around you. We cover common words you are likely to see in German-speaking cities, including streets, squares, houses, traffic lights, buses, trams, underground trains, and more.
    You’ll also discover some interesting vocabulary differences, including Austrian and German words for sidewalks, the special Viennese word “Palais,” and why the word “Platz” can have several different meanings depending on the situation.

    🎧 Better German Podcast+ — Exclusive Podcast & Community 🌏In the community you find the list of words (and some extra) mentioned in this episode, as well as the Better German Starter Course!
    Also: Get early access to exclusive episodes, all podcast resources in one place, and the chance to ask questions and more!👉 Join here: https://bettergerman.info/community
    There’s also a free version if you just want to get started.

     🎓Interested in Taking a Course? - Free Placement Exam:
    Free Placement with exam/questionnaire, personal program, and interview to confirm placement and answer any questions. Courses are online, include materials, and combine self-study and live lessons. Pricing starts at €100/month, depending on your program. 👉Take the placement exam: https://bettergerman.info/test
    🎯 In this episode:
    • City vocabulary for everyday situations
    • Streets, alleys, squares, and boulevards
    • Traffic lights, crossings, and intersections
    • Houses, high-rises, and skyscrapers
    • Public transport vocabulary
    • Austrian vs. German word differences
    • Why German words can have multiple meanings
    • Simple ways to practice and remember new vocabulary
    🎧 Better German Podcast+ - Exclusive Podcast and Community
    Early access exclusive PLUS content via your own private feed, all podcast resources in one place, ask questions and more. Free version is available if you just want to get started.👉 Join here: https://bettergerman.info/community
    🧭 Want to Take a Course? – Free Placement ExamFree Placement with exam/questionnaire, personal program and interview to confirm placement and answer any questions. Courses are online, include materials and combine self study and live lessons. Pricing starts at €100/month, depending on your program. 👉 Take the placement exam: https://bettergerman.info/test

    🎓 Free Live Workshop | https://bettergerman.info/workshop
    🌐 Website | https://bettergerman.info▶️ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@Better-German/
    🎵 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@susibettergerman📌 Pinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/susibettergerman
    ✉️ Contact | podcast@bettergerman.info🎙 Start from Episode 1 | https://bettergerman.info/1
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    26 Min.
  • Ep. 70: German Occupation Words for Beginners

    Ep. 70: German Occupation Words for Beginners
    May 14 2026
    German profession words are something you will hear very early when learning the language — especially when introducing yourself or talking about other people.In this episode, we go through common German occupation words like teacher, doctor, waiter, police officer, hairdresser, and more. You’ll also learn an important difference between words like Beruf, Arbeit, Arbeitsstelle, and Job, plus how male and female profession forms work in German.We also practice a few very simple example sentences you can immediately start using yourself.🎧 Better German Podcast+ — Exclusive Podcast & Community 🌏Get early access to exclusive episodes, all podcast resources in one place, and the chance to ask questions and more!👉 Join here: https://bettergerman.info/community There’s also a free version if you just want to get started. 🎓Interested in Taking a Course? - Free Placement Exam:Free Placement with exam/questionnaire, personal program, and interview to confirm placement and answer any questions. Courses are online, include materials, and combine self-study and live lessons. Pricing starts at €100/month, depending on your program. 👉Take the placement exam: https://bettergerman.info/test In this episode:• Common German profession words• The difference between Beruf, Arbeit, Arbeitsstelle, and Job• Male and female profession forms in German• Simple beginner German sentences• Practical German vocabulary for everyday conversationsMentioned Links• Better German Level 1 Course: https://bettergerman.info/course• Work with Me / Placement Test: https://bettergerman.info/test• Better German Podcast Community: https://bettergerman.info/community• Start the Podcast from the Beginning: https://bettergerman.info/1• Podcast Contact: podcast@bettergerman.infoYou May Also Like• Ep. 43 — German Numbers, Time & Prices https://bettergerman.info/43• Ep. 63 — German Breakfast Vocabulary https://bettergerman.info/63• Ep. 66 — Why People Study German for Years Without Speaking It https://bettergerman.info/66• Ep. 69 — Why German Feels So Difficult https://bettergerman.info/69🎧 Better German Podcast+ - Exclusive Podcast and CommunityEarly access exclusive PLUS content via your own private feed, all podcast resources in one place, ask questions and more. Free version is available if you just want to get started.👉 Join here: https://bettergerman.info/community🧭 Want to Take a Course? – Free Placement ExamFree Placement with exam/questionnaire, personal program and interview to confirm placement and answer any questions. Courses are online, include materials and combine self study and live lessons. Pricing starts at €100/month, depending on your program. 👉 Take the placement exam: https://bettergerman.info/test🎓 Free Live Workshop | https://bettergerman.info/workshop🌐 Website | https://bettergerman.info▶️ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@Better-German/🎵 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@susibettergerman📌 Pinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/susibettergerman✉️ Contact | podcast@bettergerman.info🎙 Start from Episode 1 | https://bettergerman.info/1⭐ Enjoyed this episode?A quick review or share helps more people find the podcast.
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    13 Min.
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