Learn Dutch with Lianne
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Listening to my podcasts will help expose you to the Dutch language, which will gradually help you improve your Dutch, all while learning more about interesting and current topics related to the Netherlands.
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![Afl. 00 - How to use the Podcast](assets/img/episodes/00.webp)
Afl. 00 - How to use the Podcast
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Recent Episodes
![Afl. 25 - Dialecten #4 Drenths en Twents](assets/img/episodes/25.webp)
Afl. 25 - Dialecten #4 Drenths en Twents
In this episode, I will tell you more about the vernacular (het Nedersaksisch) and two dialects derived from het Nedersaksisch (het Drents and het Twents). You will hear local people speak their own dialect. Are you visiting Drenthe or Twente (Overijssel) soon? Then listen to this episode and learn what you can say.
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![Afl. 24 - De Europese verkiezingen](assets/img/episodes/24.webp)
Afl. 24 - De Europese verkiezingen
In this episode, I will tell you more about the elections of the European Parliament. I discuss some of the topics that are regulated in the European Parliament.
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![Afl. 23 - Lente in Nederland](assets/img/episodes/23.webp)
Afl. 23 - Lente in Nederland
In this episode, I will tell you more about spring in the Netherlands. Learn more about winter and summer time, bank holidays, the 'Dutch' tulips and expressions you can use to talk about the weather.
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![Afl. 22 - Dialecten #3 Brabants en Limburgs](assets/img/episodes/22.webp)
Afl. 22 - Dialecten #3 Brabants en Limburgs
In this episode, I will tell you more about some of the dialects spoken in Brabant and Limburg and you can hear local people speak their own dialect. Are you visiting Brabant or Limburg soon? Then listen to this episode and learn what you can say.
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![Afl. 21 - Een huis kopen of huren in Nederland](assets/img/episodes/21.webp)
Afl. 21 - Een huis kopen of huren in Nederland
In this episode, I will tell you more about how to buy or rent a house in the Netherlands. Includes interesting topics such as mortgages, social housing, the free sector and more.
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![Afl. 20 - Dialecten #2 Amsterdams, Rotterdams, Utrechts](assets/img/episodes/20.webp)
Afl. 20 - Dialecten #2 Amsterdams, Rotterdams, Utrechts
In this episode, I will tell you more about the Amsterdams, Rotterdams and Utrechts dialect and you can hear local people speak their own dialect. Are you visiting Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Utrecht soon? Then listen to this episode and learn what you can say.
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![Afl. 19 - Carnaval in Nederland](assets/img/episodes/19.webp)
Afl. 19 - Carnaval in Nederland
In this episode, I will tell you more about Carnaval in the Netherlands. Discover where you can celebrate carnaval and what people in the Netherlands usually do during this fun period.
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![Afl. 18 - Dialecten #1 Gronings, Zeeuws, Vlaams](assets/img/episodes/18.webp)
Afl. 18 - Dialecten #1 Gronings, Zeeuws, Vlaams
In this episode, I will tell you more about the Gronings, Zeeuws and Flemish dialect and you can hear local people speak their own dialect. Are you visiting Groningen, Zeeland or Belgium soon? Then listen to this episode and learn what you can say.
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![Afl. 17 - Dierendag in Nederlands](assets/img/episodes/17.webp)
Afl. 17 - Dierendag in Nederlands
In this episode, I will tell you more about Animal Day in the Netherlands. You will discover that there are more pets than people living in the Netherlands that we love animals very very much!
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![Afl. 16 - Modale partikels](assets/img/episodes/16.webp)
Afl. 16 - Modale partikels
In this episode, I will tell you more about the Dutch modal particles.: MAAR, EVEN, MISSCHIEN, GEWOON, NOU and TOCH. There is no clear translation for these little words but they are often used in sentences to describe a certain attitude or feeling.
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![Afl. 15 - De huisarts in Nederland](assets/img/episodes/15.webp)
Afl. 15 - De huisarts in Nederland
In this episode I'm going to talk about the general practitioner in the Netherlands. Can you choose your own GP? How do you make an appointment with the GP? And what do you need to do in case of an emergency? I will tell you all about it!
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![Afl. 14 - Vakantieplekken in Nederland](assets/img/episodes/14.webp)
Afl. 14 - Vakantieplekken in Nederland
In this episode, I will tell you more about some nice holiday spots in the Netherlands and what you can do in these places. If you want to hear how I use 'er' of place, then this is the episode you should listen to!
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![Afl. 13 - De Nederlandse fietscultuur](assets/img/episodes/13.webp)
Afl. 13 - De Nederlandse fietscultuur
In this episode, I will tell you more about the Dutch biking culture. You will find out more about different types of bikes, where you can find the world's biggest bicycle parking, and I will explain some important traffic rules for when you want to cycle yourself in the Netherlands.
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![Afl. 12 - 10 Grappige Nederlandse gewoontes](assets/img/episodes/12.webp)
Afl. 12 - 10 Grappige Nederlandse gewoontes
In this episode, I will tell you more about some funny Dutch habits. Some of our traditions you might already know or have experienced them yourselves, but we have so many, that I am sure you are going to discover more. If you like to practise constructions with 'om te', then this is the episode you should listen to.
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Afl. 11 - De gemeenteraadsverkiezingen
In this episode, I will tell you all about the municipal elections in the Netherlands. I will explain to you what we are voting for and how you too can vote.
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![Afl. 10 - De Nederlandse keuken](assets/img/episodes/10.webp)
Afl. 10 - De Nederlandse keuken
In this episode, I will tell you about some Dutch customs when it comes to food. I also discuss some dishes that are typically Dutch.
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![Afl. 09 - De feestdagen in Nederland](assets/img/episodes/09.webp)
Afl. 09 - De feestdagen in Nederland
In this episode, I will talk about Christmas and New Years Eve. I will tell you how Christmas is celebrated in the Netherlands and what you can expect with New Years Eve from the crazy Dutch!
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![Afl. 08 - Sinterklaas in Nederland](assets/img/episodes/08.webp)
Afl. 08 - Sinterklaas in Nederland
In this episode, I will talk about Sinterklaas in the Netherlands. Sinterklaas is an important celebration in the Netherlands from mid-November until 5 December. It is mainly a celebration for children but adults also celebrate Sinterklaas.
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![Afl. 07 - 5 Tips voor get leren van een nieuwe taal](assets/img/episodes/07.webp)
Afl. 07 - 5 Tips voor get leren van een nieuwe taal
In this episode, I will discuss different ways in which you can learn a new language. I will share my personal experiences and give you tips on what you can do to learn a new language effectively!
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Afl. 06 - De voordelen van een nieuwe taal leren
In this episode I will talk about the advantages of learning a new language. Did you for example know that learning a new language diminishes the chances of getting Alzheimer? In many ways, it's very useful to be able to speak two or more languages.
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![Afl. 05 - De geschiedenis van Nederland](assets/img/episodes/05.webp)
Afl. 05 - De geschiedenis van Nederland
In this episode I will talk about the Dutch history. Topics that will be discussed are the Middle Ages, Eighty Years' War, Golden Age and the Second World War.
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![Afl. 04 - Het Europees Kampionschap voetbal](assets/img/episodes/04.webp)
Afl. 04 - Het Europees Kampionschap voetbal
In this episode I will talk about the UEFA European Football Championship. The Netherlands has a rich history in football. And as you can see from the streets covered in orange, we love our football. And it also brings people together!
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![Afl. 03 - Koningsdag, Nationale dodenherdenking en Bevrijdingsdag](assets/img/episodes/03.webp)
Afl. 03 - Koningsdag, Nationale dodenherdenking en Bevrijdingsdag
In this episode I will talk about King's Day, the Remembrance of the Dead and Liberation Day. I will tell you what, how and where we normally celebrate on King's Day.
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![Afl. 02 - Geboortes en verjaardagen](assets/img/episodes/02.webp)
Afl. 02 - Geboortes en verjaardagen
In this episode I will talk about the typical Dutch birth(day). You will discover that Dutch people have some typical traditions that are not that well-known in other countries. Maybe you already experienced a few of them. If not, no worries! Because after listening to this podcast you will be well prepared to join a nice Dutch birthday party!
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![Afl. 01 - Hoe overleef je het Nederlandse weer?](assets/img/episodes/01.webp)
Afl. 01 - Hoe overleef je het Nederlandse weer?
In this episode I will talk about the Dutch weather. You will discover that we have many different words to describe many different types of weather. I will give you some tips on how to survive the Dutch weather and what best to do when you suddenly get caught up in the rain.
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