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

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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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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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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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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06/09/2022

Join us to learn about Ded Moroz character a.k.a. Grandfather Frost in Episode 16. Click link below to listen 👇👂🎼

https://anchor.fm/curious-sisters-podcast/episodes/16--Surprise-Skills--Grandfather-Frost--Swearing-e1malnm

1. Ded Moroz by V.M. Vasnetsov, 1885
2. Snegurochka or Snow Maiden by V.N. Vasnetsov, 1899
3. Modern Day Ded Moroz
4. Ded Moroz Residence in Veliky Ustyug (Vologda Region)
5. Valenki (occasional footwear of Ded Moroz)

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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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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https://anchor.fm/curious-sisters-podcast/episodes/15--Phobias--Wedding-Traditions--Giant-Beavers-e1mi6pu

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.

Click the link below to give it a listen:

https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/QYKUs3GFusb

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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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)

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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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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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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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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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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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).

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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