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Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast

Christina and Alex

Hola! We are Alex and Christina, a couple from the UK. Christina is a languages teacher originally from Catalonia and is teaching Alex Catalan right from the basics up to intermediate and hopefully advanced level!We are documenting the journey through these podcasts, so if you are also learning Catalan this will help you learn along with us....Please get in touch and let us know if you are also learning Catalan! Instagram - @lazylinguistcatalan ... Facebook page - The Lazy Linguist Podcast...We also

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26:35

Imperatives - Giving commands in Catalan 🗣️ - E37 -...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2026/03/23

Send us Fan MailWe're getting bossy in this episode!Com va? Esperem que estiguis bé! In this episode, we’re focusing on one of the most useful parts of everyday Catalan: the imperative – how to give commands, instructions, and suggestions.Using the theme of chores and daily tasks, you’ll learn how to tell someone to clean, tidy, organise, and help around the house – all in natural, real-life Catalan.We’ll cover:How to form the informal imperative (for friends, family, people you know well)A

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33:18

Les tasques domèstiques - Chores in Catalan 🧽...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2026/03/04

Send a textBentornats! Com esteu?In this episode, you’ll learn how to talk about the chores you do at home in natural, everyday Catalan. We’ll explore key vocabulary for common household tasks, practise understanding simple sentences, and work through a short dialogue to see the language in context. You’ll also have the chance to practise using different tenses, helping you move beyond the present and speak with more confidence about your routines... past, present, and future. Perfect for building

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14:10

Meet Júlia! A Bilingual Chat with One of Our Catalan...

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2026/02/17

Send a textIn this one-off special episode, Christina is joined by Júlia, one of our Catalan tutors at The Lazy Linguist, for a relaxed, bilingual chat in English and Catalan.This episode is your chance to get to know Júlia a little bit - where she’s from and her background, while also enjoying some real-life Catalan listening practice with a native speaker. Christina guides you through the conversation, explaining key phrases and helping you get the most out of the Catalan you hear.Júlia is

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38:46

REVIEW QUIZ EPISODE 💯 A la perruqueria, Comprant...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2026/02/09

Send us a textHola! Ready to put your Catalan to the test?In this review episode, you’ll test your Catalan with a quiz covering the last four topics: the hair salon, buying tickets, the zoo, and job interviews.You’ll translate 20 practical phrases to help you recycle key vocabulary and structures from all four lessons and see what’s really stuck.Perfect if you want to:consolidate what you’ve learnedspot any gaps in your knowledgeand build confidence using Catalan in real-life situationsPause, think,

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35:11

Una entrevista de feina! A job interview in Catalan!...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2026/01/19

Send us a textHola! Com va?Preparing for a job interview in Catalan? Or ever wondered how to talk about work? This episode is for you.In this episode, we focus on the language you need to talk about jobs and interviews, from talking about your experience and skills to answering some of the most common interview questions with confidence.You’ll learn:Key vocabulary related to work and interviewsHow to talk about your job, experience and educationUseful phrases for describing your skills and

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38:42

Anem al zoo! 🦁 & The Near Future Tense - Intermediate...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2026/01/05

Send us a textIn this episode, you'll learn zoo and animal vocabulary in Catalan while practising the near future tense - and discover why it’s used differently from other languages like Spanish. A practical, dialogue-based episode to help you sound more natural in real-life situations.Support the showGroup Lessons starting January 2026 (register your interest): Group ProgrammesBeginners Course: Catalan for Beginners CoursePatreon: The Lazy Linguist Buy us a coffee: Buy me a Coffee Instagram:

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34:59

Comprant billets/tiquets/entrades 🎟️ Buying tickets...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/12/08

Send us a textEver stood at a ticket desk in Catalonia not knowing what to say? In this episode, you’ll learn all the Catalan you need to buy tickets confidently - from cinema and theatre tickets to train journeys. We’ll walk you through the key words, help you understand seating and show you how real conversations sound.Be sure to rate the show if you enjoy it and let us know in the comments why you are learning Catalan and how you are getting on with it!Support the showGroup Lessons starting

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36:01

A la perruqueria! Navigating the hairdressers in...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/11/10

Send us a textNeed a trim, a new hairstyle, or just want to understand what your hairdresser in Catalonia is saying? In this episode, we dive into all the essential Catalan vocabulary and phrases you’ll need for a trip to la perruqueria. From el xampú and les tisores to reflexive verbs like tallar-se els cabells, you’ll learn how to describe your perfect haircut — and follow along with a natural dialogue between client and hairdresser.Perfect for anyone who wants to feel confident speaking Catalan

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51:43

Pots parlar sobre el teatre, el cinema, llibres i...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/10/19

Send us a textWelcome back! This is a long one - packed full of learning!In this episode we’re recapping everything from our recent episodes on art, books and entertainment. You’ll review how to talk about what you’re watching, reading and listening to, and test yourself with a quiz to see how much you remember!(Remember there’s also a bonus episode for Patrons with a short dialogue to help you put the language into context.)Enjoy!Support the showGroup Lessons starting December 2026 (register your

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31:37

Parlem d’Art! 🎨 Vocabulari per a museus i galeries -...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the world of l’art i els museus! You’ll learn key Catalan vocabulary and phrases to talk about paintings, sculptures, exhibitions and your artistic preferences. By the end, you’ll be able to describe different kinds of art, share your opinions, and sound like a true art lover in Catalan.We hope you enjoy it! As we said, let us know if you did/are enjoying the Podcast in general and where you are learning from - we love getting to know our listeners!Support

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36:36

S2. E28. El teatre i el cinema - Podem parlar del que...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/09/22

Send us a textIn this episode we dive into the world of theatre and cinema in Catalan! You’ll learn how to talk about plays, films, and musicals, plus how to describe your favourite genres — from comedies and dramas to horror and fantasy.We’ll also explore some key vocabulary for theatre (actors, stage, script, audience) and practice useful phrases in different tenses:Present continuous (Estem mirant una obra de teatre)Past perifràstic (Vaig veure un musical molt divertit)Imperfect (L’ambient era

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31:27

S2: E27. Llegint, mirant i escoltant en català -...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Send us a textHola! In this episode, we’re learning how to talk about what we’re reading, listening to, and watching right now in Catalan. We’ll look at the present continuous tense with verbs like llegir, mirar, and escoltar, and we’ll learn new vocabulary for books, series, podcasts, and films.We hope you enjoy it!If you're reading this before the 15th September, there is still time to sign up for the group classes starting on the 15th!Find more info

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38:52

S2. E26 - Què estàs fent? The Present Continuous -...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/08/31

Send us a textBones! Com anem?This episode dives into yet another tense in Catalan - the present continuous! This tense is used quite a lot in daily conversations mainly to talk about what you or someone is doing right at that moment. Tune in to learn more about when we use it, how's it formed and practise hearing it in different contexts!*There are only a few spots left in my beginner group programmes starting this September. Find out more on our

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45:31

S2. E25. Pots parlar sobre les xarxes i la...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/08/10

Send us a textSupport the showGroup Lessons starting September 2025: Group ProgrammesBeginners Course: Catalan for Beginners CoursePatreon: The Lazy Linguist Buy us a coffee: Buy me a Coffee Instagram: @lazylinguistcatalan Facebook: The Lazy Linguist PodcastChristina offers private lessons - enquire through a DM on socials or through the link: Private lessons

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43:09

S2. E24. A favor o en contra de les xarxes/la...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/07/27

Send us a textSupport the showGroup Lessons starting September 2025: Group ProgrammesBeginners Course: Catalan for Beginners CoursePatreon: The Lazy Linguist Buy us a coffee: Buy me a Coffee Instagram: @lazylinguistcatalan Facebook: The Lazy Linguist PodcastChristina offers private lessons - enquire through a DM on socials or through the link: Private lessons

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36:49

S2. E23. Humor a Internet - Ens petem de riure! -...

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2025/07/13

Send us a textHola! Com anem?In this episode, we crack up while exploring Catalan memes, reels, and viral videos! Learn fun vocabulary and natural expressions to talk about digital humour, share jokes, and describe your favourite meme - all while improving your Catalan.If you found it useful, please be sure to give us a 5* rating/review - it really helps us spread the message and help others learn Catalan too 😊Support the showGroup Lessons starting September 2025: Group ProgrammesBeginners Course:

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37:36

S2. E22 - Les Xarxes Socials - Social Media -...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/06/29

Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about how people communicate online today and go over essential Catalan vocabulary for social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. You’ll learn useful expressions, hear a short dialogue, and by the end, you’ll be able to talk about your social media habits in Catalan. Com utilitzes les xarxes socials?Feel free to leave us a comment in Catalan!Support the showGroup Lessons starting September 2025: Group ProgrammesBeginners Course: Catalan for

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35:16

S2. E21 - La tecnologia - Com utilitzes la...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/06/15

Send us a textBentornats a un altre episodi! This episode is all about how we use technology in Catalan. It's an introduction to talking about using different devices like phones, computers, laptops, tablets and more... along with lots of other language to describe what you do on these devices/the online word.Please rate if you enjoyed the episode and don't forget to follow so that you get notified about future episodes!Feel free to comment your own sentences about how you use your devices

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35:31

S2: E20 - QUIZ. Review of l'Imperfet, Old Routines,...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/06/01

Send us a textHola! We're here with episode 20 and it's another review episode of the last 4 lessons - you'll hear a lot of sentences in the Imperfect tense, and specifically relating to things you used to do in the past, old routines at school, what you carried in your bag/pencil case and much more.There's a dialogue at the end which we go through in more detail in the bonus episode. If you consider becoming a Patron it will not only help you make faster progress with your

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39:34

S2: E19 - Com era la teva rutina? Describing past...

Learn Catalan - The Lazy Linguist Podcast ·

2025/05/18

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive deeper into the imperfect tense by talking about what our school routines used to be like. You'll review common daily routine verbs, learn time expressions, and build longer sentences in context. Through storytelling, guided practice, and a short dialogue, you’ll get comfortable using the imperfect tense to describe past habits. Great for intermediate learners looking to make their Catalan more natural and fluid!The current group classes are going so well

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