Ukrainian Up — your graded podcast for learning Ukrainian
Episodes
2.28. Grammar Time: Why Do the Words Differ? (Eng & Ukr)
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alex finally breaks down why Ukrainian words change so much — and why one verb can suddenly look like five different words. He expl...
2.27. Song about Numbers (A1–A2)
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Larissa teaches you how to hear and build tricky Ukrainian numbers like 13, 30, and 300 — all through a fun, catchy song. Beginner-...
2.26. Latest News (B1–B2)
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Halyna and Oleksiy bring you a challenging and real yet learner-friendly Ukrainian news briefing. Each story is repeated twice, follo...
2.25. Bonus: Oggi Watches TV
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a video fragment with subtitles — made for listening, reading, and repeating Ukrainian at the same time. It’s a fun and easy way to train ...
2.25. Oggi Watches TV (A1–A2)
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Larissa and Oggi talk about Ukrainian TV — news, dramas, comedies, and even football. Oggi shares what he watched and what he under...
2.24. Bonus: Halloween Edition
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a video fragment with subtitles — made for listening, reading, and repeating Ukrainian at the same time. It’s a fun and easy way to train ...
2.24. Halloween, Ukrainian Style (B1–B2)
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Halyna shares the story of an ancient Ukrainian holiday that feels a bit like Halloween — but warmer, cozier, and full of family me...
2.23. Grammar Time: The Trickiest Sound (Eng & Ukr)
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alex finally explains what the mysterious letter “Y” really means in Ukrainian words. Why does it sound different in ty, Yulia, o...
2.22. My Family Song (A1–A2)
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn Ukrainian family members with Larissa's catchy, feel-good song. Beginner-friendly, cozy, and practical. Sing along and tell a friend about y...
2.21. Learn Ukrainian Smartly (B1–B2)
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Halyna and Oleksiy discuss what to do with a pause in your progress and offer advice from their own experience. Each section of the e...
2.20. Oggi Goes to the Market (A1–A2)
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Larissa and Oggi speak about Kyiv bazaar—and useful tips how to buy food there. Oggi shares his impressions and gives compliments. ...
2.19. Grammar Time: Why Do We Need Cases? (Eng & Ukr)
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alex tells us what Ukrainian cases are and how to use them smartly and easily. He explains in English, Larissa gives examples in Ukra...
2.18. Days of the Week Song (A1–A2)
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Larissa turns the Ukrainian days of the week into a catchy, feel-good song. Beginner-friendly, cozy, and practical. Sing along and le...
2.17. Zoryana & the Molfar (A2–B1)
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we meet Zoryana, a brave kozachka, and the mysterious Molfar she first spots among enemies—until his secret changes everything and he saves ...
2.16. Ogirobot Meets Larissa (A1–A2)
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Larissa and Oggi look back on the day they met at Kyiv’s Maidan Nezalezhnosti—and share the tiny comic they made to remember it. ...
2.15. Welcome to Kyiv (А1–A2)
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Ogirobot—the cucumber robot who flew to Kyiv to learn Ukrainian. Larissa asks why he chose Ukraine, and he shares first shocks: marshrutky, dom...
2.14. Ukraine's Independence Day (A2–B1)
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we celebrate Ukraine’s Independence Day with a simple song full of hope and love. Together, we’ll learn the meaning of the lyrics...
2.13. Grammar Time: Fifty Essential Words for Travel (Eng & Ukr)
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is your ultimate survival guide — 50 essential words and phrases that will help you in Ukraine:- Find the bathroom (because, t...
2.11. Jokes Google Can’t Translate (A1–A2)
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Larissa and Alex decode why your feed keeps saying “varenyky floor,” “loud cotton,” or “go to Kobzon’s concert”—and h...
2.10. Mama Needs a Break (A2–B1)
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mom takes a vacation day… and Dad spends all day with their toddler daughter. Chaos, snacks, tears, triumph—this narrated episode walks you throug...
2.9. Grammar Time: Are You Pronouncing Ukrainian Right? (Eng & Ukr)
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ll learn why long Ukrainian words are delicious like borshch (not scary), how to tame the beastly “И”, and finally roll your Rs like a Ukra...
2.8. Q&A with Larissa: Favorite Ukrainian Foods & Drinks (A1–A2)
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about Ukrainian food and drinks — the real stuff. No clichés, no propaganda, just honest answers to your spicy questions. Let’...
2.7. Top 5 Ukrainian Films of All Time (A1–A2)
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Larisa and Alex talk about old and modern Ukrainian films that are definitely worth watching. From a tragic mountain love story to a modern smuggling ...
2.6. Old Dog, New Love (A2–B1)
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An old shelter dog wanders into the life of a disheartened woman—and quietly leads her back to hope, friendship, and a chance at love. This narrated...
2.5. Grammar Time: "U mene ye" vs. "Ya mayu" (Eng & Ukr)
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alex untangles two easy ways to say “have” in Ukrainian—natural «U mene ye…» and the verb form «Ya mayu…»—so you know...
2.4. A Day in the Life of Larissa & Oleksandr (A1-A2)
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we meet Oleksandr — and guess what? He’s kind of a goody two-shoes (or so he says😏). Join us as we dive into the thrilling wor...
2.3. Easter in Ukraine (Special Episode!)
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey! It’s Larissa here — and today I’m in a mood that smells like vanilla, sausage, and just a hint of pussy willow. Because we’re diving into...
2.2. News in Slow Ukrainian (А1-А2)
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week:– There are threats of terrorist attacks on Easter — but our people stay safe.– The National Guard got a big THANK YOU for protectin...
2.1. The Mystery of the Red Shoes (A2–B1)
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On her birthday, a woman gets an unexpected call—and everything flips. Red heels, a vanished plan, and a clue she didn’t see coming. This narrated...
1.1. Про Новий Рік
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, and Happy New Year, pals! This holiday is both an ending and a beginning, so in this New Year’s episode, Larissa shares the festive mood, talks ...