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Curious Sisters Podcast A bi-weekly podcast created and hosted by two sisters. Satisfy your curious tooth cravings with us and learn something new!

What better way to wrap up Season 1 Episode 20 of Curious Sisters Podcast than by trying to cram in 20 interesting (hope...
25/10/2022

What better way to wrap up Season 1 Episode 20 of Curious Sisters Podcast than by trying to cram in 20 interesting (hopefully) facts about Russia? Correct answer - no better way! Technically, this was a rhetorical question, which does not require an answer, but we digress... Tune in to learn a thing or two (or maybe 20) you didn't know about Russia.

The word of the episode - spasibo (Russian: спасибо) - thank you. Bonus word of the episode - pozhalusta (Russian: пожалуйста) - you are welcome.

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Bones, ribs, my grandma's skeleton...what do they have to do with music? Tune in as Kat and Nastia discuss a brilliant s...
11/10/2022

Bones, ribs, my grandma's skeleton...what do they have to do with music? Tune in as Kat and Nastia discuss a brilliant solution to distribute music that was banned from broadcast in the Soviet Union in the 1950s.

The word of the episode - otkrytka (Russian: Открытка) - postcard

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Who is Kuz'ka (or Kuz'ma)? Who is his mother? What does "showing one Kuz'ka's Mother mean"? What do Kuz'ka and his mom h...
27/09/2022

Who is Kuz'ka (or Kuz'ma)? Who is his mother? What does "showing one Kuz'ka's Mother mean"? What do Kuz'ka and his mom have to do with the international relations of the Soviet era? Where are they today? In this week's episode, Kat and Nastia attempt to answer these and a few other ridiculous (funny? confusing?) questions. Please join us to learn the answers or else...we will just have to show you Kuz'ka's mother after all!

The word of the episode - balalaika (Russian: балалайка) - balalaika (We know, the translation is clear as mud, you'll just have to tune in to learn more).

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Svyatki is a time when Russians all over the country would spend doing crazy things, forgetting about work, and celebrat...
13/09/2022

Svyatki is a time when Russians all over the country would spend doing crazy things, forgetting about work, and celebrating. During this period, spirits and the devil would run wild, people would dress up, carol from door to door, hold mock funerals, play pranks on their neighbors, indulge in fortune-telling, and more. A few of the traditions have been preserved to this day!

Join Kat and Nastia as they discuss this wild pagan festival and share their personal experience.

The word of the episode - Rozhdestvo (Russian: Рождество) - Christmas, S Rozhdestvom (Russian: С Рождеством) - Merry Christmas.

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Grandfather Frost or Ded Moroz is a legendary figure similar to Saint Nicholas, Father Christmas, and Santa Claus who ha...
30/08/2022

Grandfather Frost or Ded Moroz is a legendary figure similar to Saint Nicholas, Father Christmas, and Santa Claus who has his roots in Slavic mythology. The tradition of Ded Moroz is mostly spread in East Slavic countries and is an important part of Russian culture. Join Kat and Nastia while they discuss the origins of fur-cloaked Ded Moroz, his place of residence, his cute sidekick Snegurochka, as well as, what makes him so different from his worldwide counterparts.

The word of the episode - podarok (Russian: подарок) - a gift.

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Russian weddings are much more than just getting the bride down the aisle. Typically, they are big multiple-day events a...
16/08/2022

Russian weddings are much more than just getting the bride down the aisle. Typically, they are big multiple-day events associated with many rituals and games involving kidnapping and ransom, unbelievably long toasts, people shouting “gor’ko” (meaning “bitter”), possible fights, obstacle courses, and much more.

Join Kat and Nastia for this week's discussion of traditional Russian weddings so you can learn what to expect in case you ever get invited to one.

The word(s) of the episode are muzh & zhena (Russian: муж & жена) - husband and wife.

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Learn all about traditional and modern Russian sauna in Episode 14.1. Traditional Russian Sauna a.k.a. Banya.2. Venik (B...
14/08/2022

Learn all about traditional and modern Russian sauna in Episode 14.

1. Traditional Russian Sauna a.k.a. Banya.
2. Venik (Banya Broom) to whip each other with.
3. Russian Sauna Hat (to help stay cool, believe it or not).

Do you have any questions? So do we! Don’t be shy, drop us a line and we will try to answer the best we can.

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Russian sauna a.k.a. banya - what makes it so speacial? In this episode Kat and Nastia talk about origins of banya, the ...
02/08/2022

Russian sauna a.k.a. banya - what makes it so speacial? In this episode Kat and Nastia talk about origins of banya, the proper way to do it and not overheat, what in the world banya broom is and whether you should soak it before hitting yourself or orthers with it. Are you intrigued yet? If so, please join us and learn the word of the episode - venik (Russian: веник) - broom.

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We present to you tea themed things we discuss in episode 13. They are:1. Merchant's Wife at Tea by Boris Kustodiev2. "B...
28/07/2022

We present to you tea themed things we discuss in episode 13. They are:

1. Merchant's Wife at Tea by Boris Kustodiev
2. "B***y" tea - samovar with a boot on top (source: Amuzica )
3. The biggest samovar at Tula Museum of samovars (source: shopsamovar.com)

What's the big deal with tea? Join us as we discuss the origins of tea, how it made its way to Russia, became very popul...
19/07/2022

What's the big deal with tea? Join us as we discuss the origins of tea, how it made its way to Russia, became very popular, and what distinguishes Russian tea traditions from other cultures. Learn with us and enjoy funny-sounding Russian words along the way.

The word of the episode is chai (Russian: чай) - tea.

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Dacha - what is it? Join us as we discuss origins of dacha - a seasonal or year-round second home, often located in the ...
10/07/2022

Dacha - what is it? Join us as we discuss origins of dacha - a seasonal or year-round second home, often located in the exurbs of post-Soviet countries, including Russia. The word of the episode is dacha (Russian: дача) - country house. Please rate, review, and subscribe anywhere you listen. Thank you for listening! Email us at [email protected] with any comments, questions, or suggestions. Follow the show on social media:

24/06/2022

Since Facebook no longer has podcasts, you can find our show on other platforms, such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Castbox. Get your link here:
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In this week’s episode, Kat and Nastia talk about Peter Carl Fabergé and the famous Fabergé eggs. What made them so spec...
21/06/2022

In this week’s episode, Kat and Nastia talk about Peter Carl Fabergé and the famous Fabergé eggs. What made them so special? How many are still out there? Where are they now? Tune in to find out answers to all those questions and more.⁠
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The word of the episode is yaytso (Russian: яйцо) - an egg.⁠
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In this episode, Kat and Nastia dive into Russian cuisine. Join in to learn if adding kefir to a salad makes it a soup, ...
07/06/2022

In this episode, Kat and Nastia dive into Russian cuisine. Join in to learn if adding kefir to a salad makes it a soup, what in the world meat jello is and how herring ended up in the kitchen wearing a fur coat. Make sure to eat beforehand or stock up on some snacks, as you might get hungry listening to this episode. Although, some listeners may end up grossed out. Can’t promise anything.
The word of the episode is smetana (Russian: сметана) - sour cream.
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In this week’s episode, Kat and Nastia talk about old-time remedies, from falcon-drawn bloodletting, unicorn horn powder...
24/05/2022

In this week’s episode, Kat and Nastia talk about old-time remedies, from falcon-drawn bloodletting, unicorn horn powder, and redbrick oil to more modern remedies that both hosts got to experience as kids in post-soviet Russia.⁠
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The word of the episode is kakashka (Russian: какашка) - a turd, poop.⁠
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Have you listened to Episode 8 about this handsome fella yet? Tune in asap to find out who he is (pictured on the second...
12/05/2022

Have you listened to Episode 8 about this handsome fella yet? Tune in asap to find out who he is (pictured on the second photo with his children).

In this week’s episode, Kat and Nastia talk about arguably the most mysterious character in Russian history - Rasputin h...
10/05/2022

In this week’s episode, Kat and Nastia talk about arguably the most mysterious character in Russian history - Rasputin himself. Join in to learn how an illiterate peasant earned his name (yes, Rasputin is not his real name) and became an influential figure close to the royal family.

The word of the episode is muzhik (Russian: мужик) - a slang word for a male, man, dude.

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Barge Haulers on the Volga by Ilya Repin. We bet you can spot the big pine cone (большая шишка)! We discuss this and mor...
04/05/2022

Barge Haulers on the Volga by Ilya Repin. We bet you can spot the big pine cone (большая шишка)! We discuss this and more idioms in episode 7, tune in now!

This week Kat and Nastia dive into the magical world of linguistics and discuss funny Russian idioms along with their En...
26/04/2022

This week Kat and Nastia dive into the magical world of linguistics and discuss funny Russian idioms along with their English equivalents. We hope you never fall in love with a goat and always hold your tail up like a carrot! If you're thinking "what the heck does this mean?", tune in now.⁠
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P.S. Make sure your children are not listening at the beginning of this one. They may be very disappointed if you don't. ⁠
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The phrase of the episode is bolshaya shishka (Russian: большая шишка) - a big pinecone, aka a big deal/big shot.

Onomato-what? Join Kat and Nastia in this episode that accidentally turned into ASMR experience and learn what onomatopo...
12/04/2022

Onomato-what? Join Kat and Nastia in this episode that accidentally turned into ASMR experience and learn what onomatopoeia is.
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We all know that vodka is associated with Russia, but do you know how and when it became popular? Join Kat and Nastia in...
29/03/2022

We all know that vodka is associated with Russia, but do you know how and when it became popular? Join Kat and Nastia in this episode to learn about the first alcoholic drinks in old Rus, how vodka made its way over to the country and gained popularity, how to drink like a Russian, and more. Stick around for a very curious fact about wombats!

Click the link in bio to listen to the newest episode available today to learn what is going on here!
15/03/2022

Click the link in bio to listen to the newest episode available today to learn what is going on here!

As promised, a photo of Nastia and James as Shikaka and Ace Ventura. We discuss this memory in our most recent episode: ...
15/03/2022

As promised, a photo of Nastia and James as Shikaka and Ace Ventura. We discuss this memory in our most recent episode: Celebrity crushes. Drunk tanks. Sharks. Link in bio!

Hurry, episode 4 is available now!Tune in to hear the brief history of Russian Drunk Tanks (a.k.a sobering centers). Lea...
15/03/2022

Hurry, episode 4 is available now!

Tune in to hear the brief history of Russian Drunk Tanks (a.k.a sobering centers).
Learn with us the word of the episode, which is vitrizvitel (Russian: вытрезвитель) - drunk tank.

Podcast is available on Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Stitcher, and Facebook.

Different versions of Domovoi. Listen to episode 3 to learn all about this character!1 - Ivan Bilibin, 19342 - image fro...
02/03/2022

Different versions of Domovoi. Listen to episode 3 to learn all about this character!

1 - Ivan Bilibin, 1934
2 - image from cartoon series Brownie Kuzya, aka Kuzya the Little Domovoi, 1984-1987
3 - Alexander Maskaev, 2011
4 - author unknown

In this episode, Kat and Nastia discuss domovoi - a house spirit in Slavic mythology. It's a shapeshifter that may appea...
01/03/2022

In this episode, Kat and Nastia discuss domovoi - a house spirit in Slavic mythology. It's a shapeshifter that may appear as a little old man who is quite hairy. He keeps your house safe, but only if you're nice and respectful. Otherwise, you may be in for some mischief or grave danger. ⁠
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Join us to learn all about domovoi and find out how you can keep him happy.

Various versions of Baba Yaga and her hut, as well as Vasilisa the Beautiful with her skull torch, because why not? List...
16/02/2022

Various versions of Baba Yaga and her hut, as well as Vasilisa the Beautiful with her skull torch, because why not? Listen to our new episode to see what this is about. Link in bio.🙂

Episode 2 is out now! Baba Yaga - who is she? Evil witch, a motherly force of nature, mistress of magic, or a wild old w...
15/02/2022

Episode 2 is out now!

Baba Yaga - who is she? Evil witch, a motherly force of nature, mistress of magic, or a wild old woman? What is she all about? Join us as we discuss the mystical world of huts with chicken legs, flying mortars, and Russian scent.

Podcast available on Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Stitcher, and Facebook. Link in bio.

08/02/2022

It’s been a week and we already have more listeners than we imagined. We’d like to thank you all for listening and sharing!

A few of our friends promised to sit on their suitcases from now on and not bring any empty buckets. We sure appreciate it.😁

If you haven’t listened to our first episode yet, here’s just one of bizarre Russian superstitions.🪣

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