Ready to give your Ukrainian language skills a serious upgrade? Look no further than these 15 engaging Ukrainian podcasts to improve your Ukrainian

We know how tricky it can be to catch every word when you’re learning a new language, but these podcasts are here to help you tune in and get comfortable with the language at your own pace.

With content for every level, from the curious beginner to the advanced learner, these Ukrainian podcasts are the perfect companion for anyone eager to improve their listening and understanding with a mix of lighthearted banter and serious discussions. 

So, grab your headphones, and let’s make learning Ukrainian a part of your everyday fun!

Podcasts for Learning Ukrainian

1. Ukrainian Lessons Podcast

💡 Level: all

📝 Scripts: Available (for purchase)

Start with our signature Ukrainian Lessons Podcast, an essential podcast for everyone learning Ukrainian. It covers all the main language points – both grammar and vocabulary.

ULP has two major parts – Ukrainian and English. The first one is native speakers talking, and the second is Ukrainian teacher Anna Ohoiko, giving explanations and offering some insight to clarify what was said in the Ukrainian part.

There are six seasons, with each one getting more advanced than the previous. Season 1 is for complete beginners, Season 2 and Season 3 primarily focus on elementary and intermediate levels.

Seasons 4–6 are entirely in slow-paced Ukrainian, covering a variety of topics on the Ukrainian language, history, and culture (with comprehensive vocabulary, grammar overviews, and pronunciation trainers). 

🎧 Listen on the website or podcast apps!

2. 5 Minute Ukrainian

💡 Level: Beginner to Intermediate

📝 Scripts: Available (for purchase)

Another podcast by Ukrainian Lessons ― 5 Minute Ukrainian ― is all about speaking – with short, real-life dialogues that cover everyday situations—whether it’s ordering a coffee, introducing yourself, or booking a table at a restaurant. 

This series is packed with vocabulary boosters and key grammar points, offering valuable insights for quick and effortless learning. It’s like having your own Ukrainian conversation guide, making it easier to navigate through daily interactions.

🎧 Listen on the website or podcast apps!

3. Speak Ukrainian

💡 Level: Beginner and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles Available on YouTube

This bite-sized audio course is a good starting point for beginners. 

In eight short episodes, podcast host Inna Sopronchuk will teach you to read (and sing!) the Ukrainian alphabet, introduce yourself, and help you discover some basic facts about Ukraine and Ukrainian cuisine. 

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps!

4. Slow Ukrainian with Yevhen

💡 Level: Intermediate and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles Available on YouTube                   

Another way to practice your listening is by following Slow Ukrainian with Yevhen – short episodes, ranging from 4 to 10 minutes, which tackle diverse and unexpected topics.

Episodes are in slow Ukrainian, adapted for different language levels – from pre-intermediate to advanced. You never know what topics await you next – either how to learn languages, holidays during the war, or what vegan salo is.

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps!

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5. “Інше інтерв’ю” (Inshe intervju, ‘A different interview’)

💡 Level: Intermediate and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles available on YouTube

The best thing about this podcast is that it introduces you to Ukrainian celebrities. The host, Volodymyr Anfimov, talks to musicians, writers, journalists, etc. 

He is a professional interviewer who has decided to create his own thing. It is meant to be more natural and enjoyable than usual talks with celebrities. 

Each person has their own unique experience and knowledge, so it is fascinating. They talk about their ups and downs on the road to success; that is why we find it really inspiring too.

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps!

6. “Гуртом та вщент” (Hurtom ta vshchent, ‘Together and beyond repair’)

💡 Level: Intermediate and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles available on YouTube                

The podcast features friendly conversations between two Ukrainian celebrities – Serhii Prytula, a volunteer, actor, former politician, and Anton Tymoshenko, a stand-up comedian. 

Together, they tackle a variety of mainstream topics, current news from Ukrainian society and culture, and how to support Ukraine via volunteering and donations. Their conversations are filled with humor and wit, making it an enjoyable way to get a deeper understanding of Ukraine’s present and its history.

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps!

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7. “Броманс” (Bromans, ‘Bromance’)

💡 Level: Intermediate and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles available on YouTube                

For another dose of comfort and camaraderie, don’t miss the podcast featuring conversations between Crimean film director Nariman Aliev and TV Toronto host Maksym Shcherbyna. These two best buddies dive into a variety of topics, blending humor with philosophy in their informal discussions. 

What sets this podcast apart is the creative touch added to each episode on YouTube: talented Ukrainian animators bring the hosts to life in various animated settings inspired by popular culture, such as “Home Alone,” “The Simpsons,” and “Rick and Morty.” It’s a feast for both the ears and the eyes.

Warning: episodes can have swear words.

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps!

8. “Подкаст Підкаст” (Podcast Pidcast)

💡 Level: Intermediate and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles available on YouTube               

It is the most lively genre of podcasts where two friends (not experts in any field) discuss everything they are interested in. Their favorite topics include Ukrainian politics, society, and culture.

They take apart some difficult topics, such as self-censorship, literature during the war, Ukraine’s partners, and scandals.

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps! 

9. “Перефарбований лис” (Perefarbovanyi lys, ‘Repainted fox’)

💡 Level: Intermediate and up

📝 Subtitles: Available (on YouTube)

This podcast is perfect for literature fans who want to uncover character psychology, life strategies, stereotypes, and attitude scenarios in masterpieces of Ukrainian literature

Insights from podcast hosts, Valentyna Merzhyievska and Mariia Didenko, will dive you into the world of famous Ukrainian writers and poets, like Іван Франко (Ivan Franko), Микола Хвильовий (Mykola Khvylovyi), Леся Українка (Lesia Ukrainka), Ольга Кобилянська (Olha Kobylianska), and many more. 

On their YouTube channel, you will find subtitles for comprehensive language practice. 

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps!

10. “Реконструкція” (Rekonstruktsia, ‘Reconstruction’)

💡 Level: Intermediate and up

📝 Subtitles: Available (on YouTube)

In this short series, podcast hosts take a deep dive into 24 лютого 2022 рокуFebruary 24, 2022, the first day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. 

They meticulously describe the events of that day (i.e., Ukrainian defense strategy or how Zelenskyy and other government officials spent the first hours of the invasion). 

With its slow-paced narration, this series is accessible even to intermediate-level learners, providing insightful perspectives on this pivotal moment in recent history.

🎧 Listen on the website or podcast apps!

11. Кляті питання (Kliati pytannia, ‘Damn questions’)

💡 Level: Advanced and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles available on YouTube

Here you can find answers to questions that are painful for many Ukrainians: Russian ballistics, gender-based violence, mobilization, and more. The host is a professional journalist, and he invites experts from different fields. 

The podcast provides all the essential information on current issues in Ukraine. This way, you kill two birds with one stone: improve your Ukrainian and stay updated. 

🎧 Listen on the website or podcast apps!

12. “УТ-2” (UT-2)

💡 Level: Advanced and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles available on YouTube

The founder Yurii Fedorenko hosts two regular talk podcasts – with educator Yegor Stadny on Ukraine’s politics, society, and education as well as with tech entrepreneur Yaroslav Azhniuk on business and tech

He also conducts long-form interviews with external guests like “Come Back Alive” director Taras Chmut, top political journalist Roman Romaniuk, and economist Yurii Haidai.

“УТ-2” can be your alternate universe for the vocabulary boost thanks to a multifaceted portrayal of Ukrainian political, economic, and cultural life.

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps!

13. “Комік + історик” (Komik + istoryk, ‘Comedian + historian’)

💡 Level: Advanced and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles available on YouTube

If traditional history lessons aren’t your thing, this podcast offers a fresh and entertaining perspective on Ukraine’s history

The concept here is simple yet witty: historian Yevhen Murza dives into different historical periods and personalities, while comedian Felix Redka adds his commentary and humor related to each topic. 

It’s not only a fun listen but also an excellent opportunity to expand your vocabulary with terms relevant to both the past and the present. So, yes, it’s a great pick for history buffs looking to learn in a more engaging way!

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps!

14. “Локальна історія” (Lokalna istoriia, ‘Local history’)

💡 Level: Advanced and up

📝 Scripts: Subtitles available on YouTube

This project is for true Ukrainian history fans, with different collections of carefully curated audio content from professional historians

The standout podcast series “Без брому,” hosted by Vitalii Liaska, features deep-dives into historical topics with experts sharing insights you’re unlikely to stumble upon elsewhere. Each episode is a treasure trove of knowledge. 

Beyond “Без брому,” Локальна історія also presents a series on the history of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, the experiences of Ukrainians abroad, and more themes that are definitely worth your time!

🎧 Listen on YouTube or podcast apps!

15. “Буде тобі наука” (Bude tobi nauka, ‘You’ll have a lesson’)

💡 Level: Advanced and up

📝 Scripts: Available                

To be honest, this isn’t really a podcast. On this channel, you’ll find recordings of some articles published in “Куншт”(Kunsht), one of the greatest Ukrainian magazines. It teaches readers/listeners about the most fascinating discoveries in science.

This almost-podcast has two major advantages for Ukrainian language learners. First, its language is quite easy to understand as scientists mostly use common international terms. Second, you may find texts of some older articles on kunsht.com.ua in the section “Озвучена стаття” (“Voiced article”) to use as transcripts.

This way, you improve two skills at the same time and your Ukrainian gets some bonus points. Third, its name – “буде тобі наука” – is a play on words. Aside from ‘you’ll have a lesson’, which is its literal meaning, there’s an idiomatic one: you’ll know better next time, you won’t repeat your mistakes again. 

🎧 Listen on the website or podcast apps!

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We hope these podcasts will help you boost your Ukrainian to a new level! For more language content, check out:

12 Ukrainian YouTube Channels to Practice Your Ukrainian

Listen to Ukrainian Radio Stations Online to Improve Your Ukrainian


Learning Ukrainian and looking for great resources? Check out our list of 1000 most common words in Ukrainian with interactive flashcards. You can also learn Ukrainian step by step wherever you are with our free Ukrainian Lessons Podcast.