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Better German Podcast

Better German Podcast

Written by: 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 Foreign Language Audiobooks Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
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  • 65 German Weather Words for Everyday Use

    65 German Weather Words for Everyday Use
    Apr 9 2026
    🌤️ German Weather Words You’ll Actually Use
    Talking about the weather is one of the easiest ways to start speaking German — and in this episode, you’ll learn the core words and simple sentence patterns to do exactly that. From “the sun is shining” to “it’s raining right now”, I break it down step by step so you can start forming your own sentences immediately.

    🎯 Join the Free Workshop: How to Actually Learn German
    If you want to go deeper and see exactly how to apply this method step by step:
    👉 bettergerman.info/workshop
    Even if you’re a complete beginner, there are questions for your level — and you’ll still get clear guidance on what to do next.

    🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
    • The most essential German weather words (sun, rain, wind, clouds, and more)
    • Key descriptive words like hot, cold, wet, dry
    • Simple sentence patterns you can use with the weather words instantly
    • Workable word and sentence practice tips
    • How to say “there is / there are” in German (e.g., “Es gibt viel Wind” = “there is a lot of wind” and “Es gibt viele Wolken” = “there are many clouds”)
    • How to say what’s happening right now in German — without “-ing” (e.g., “It rains” instead of “It’s raining”)
    🎓 Get Talking German CourseReady to stop guessing and start speaking?Here is our German for Beginners & Restarters course:
    👉 bettergerman.info/course ⭐ Get Episodes Early (VIP)Want early access to new episodes and a say in what comes next?Join the VIP membership: bettergerman.info/vip
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    🎧Mentioned in this episode ➝ Episode 64 — How to Actually Practice Words
    If you want to remember and use the words from this episode, go back and listen to Episode 64. It shows you how to turn vocabulary into real speaking.
    🔗 Full Transcript & Episode Page👉 bettergerman.info/65
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    🌍 Explore Our Podcast Episodes
    New to the podcast? Head over to our podcast homepage to find other episodes you’ll love.

    💬 Come See Our Approach For Yourself
    We believe in real understanding, not just memorizing grammar rules—come see how we do in this YouTube Video.

    📲 Stay Connected and Follow Us On:
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susi_blumel/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/61580057243680
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Better-German
    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@susibettergerman
    • Pinterest: https://de.pinterest.com/susibettergerman/
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    24 mins
  • Welcome to the Better German Podcast +

    Welcome to the Better German Podcast +
    Apr 8 2026
    🌟Welcome to Better German Podcast Plus🌟

    Welcome! There's now a Plus version of the Better German podcast — and in this episode, you'll see what's different and how it can help you actually start using German. In this short welcome episode, you'll see exactly what you now have access to — and how to get the most out of it from the start.

    🎓 Get Talking German Course
     If you want full structure and guidance beyond the podcast:
    👉 bettergerman.info/course
    🔑 What You Get with Better German PlusThis is not a replacement for the main podcast; it's an upgrade.Inside the Plus tier, you now get:
    • Early access to new episodes (sometimes weeks, even months, ahead)
    • Exclusive VIP-only episodes and material every month (additional content you won't find in the main podcast)
    • Guided practice episodes to help you actually use what you learn,
    • The ability to suggest topics and shape future episodes,
    • Expanded resources, word lists, and sentence patterns.
    📌 Important Note
     If you haven't already:👉 Start at Episode 1 of the main podcastThere is a clear learning path. The episodes are built like a course, and each one builds on the last.
    ✨ Join The Better German Podcast Community
    Find all podcast resources at one place!
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    Get Tips & Updates Straight To Your Inbox!

    🌍 Explore Our Podcast Episodes
    New to the podcast? Head over to our podcast homepage to find other episodes you’ll love.

    💬 Come See Our Approach For Yourself
    We believe in real understanding, not just memorizing grammar rules—come see how we do in this YouTube Video.

    📲 Stay Connected and Follow Us On:
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susi_blumel/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/61580057243680
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Better-German
    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@susibettergerman
    • Pinterest: https://de.pinterest.com/susibettergerman/
    ⭐ Enjoyed this episode? If you liked what you heard, give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or share it with a fellow learner!
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    10 mins
  • 64 What Real Practice Looks Like

    64 What Real Practice Looks Like
    Apr 2 2026
    What Does Real Practice of German Actually Look Like?
    In this episode, you'll learn why most learners stay stuck — even after years of studying — and what to do instead. This is not about memorizing word lists or doing endless exercises. It's about how to turn words into something you can actually use . You'll learn a simple, repeatable way to practice vocabulary so that it sticks — and more importantly, so that you can speak with it .
    If you've ever felt like you “know” words but can't use them, this episode will fix that.
    🎯 Join the Free Workshop: How to Actually Learn German
    If you want to go deeper and see exactly how to apply this method step by step, check out my workshop:
    👉 bettergerman.info/workshop
    Even if you're a complete beginner, there are questions for your level — and you'll still get clear guidance on what to do next.
    🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode
    • Why most German learning methods don't lead to real speaking ability
    • The 80/20 rule of language learning — and why practice matters more than theory
    • How many words you actually need to start speaking German
    • The right way to practice a new word (step by step)
    • Why pronunciation is the first thing you need to get right
    • How to move from “recognizing” a word to actually using it
    • How to build simple sentences — even if you don't know all the grammar yet
    • Why learning articles (der, die, das) with the noun matters
    • How long it really takes to learn and use new German vocabulary
    • Why traditional school methods fail (and what to do instead)
    • How to practice German with a partner effectively
    🎓 Get Talking German CourseReady to stop guessing and start speaking?Here is our German for Beginners & Restarters course:
    👉 bettergerman.info/course

    🎧Mentioned in this episode
    👉Episode 5 - Introduction to Articles
    ✨ Join The Better German Podcast Community
    Find all podcast resources at one place!
    📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter
    Get Tips & Updates Straight To Your Inbox!

    🌍 Explore Our Podcast Episodes
    New to the podcast? Head over to our podcast homepage to find other episodes you’ll love.

    💬 Come See Our Approach For Yourself
    We believe in real understanding, not just memorizing grammar rules—come see how we do in this YouTube Video.

    📲 Stay Connected and Follow Us On:
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susi_blumel/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/61580057243680
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Better-German
    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@susibettergerman
    • Pinterest: https://de.pinterest.com/susibettergerman/
    ⭐ Enjoyed this episode? If you liked what you heard, give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or share it with a fellow learner!
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    22 mins
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