Estonian with Eli

This is an episode to remark today's celebration for Estonia's Re-independence day, especially its 35th anniversary. I discuss some key historic events that led to the possibility for Estonia to declare its independence...

This episode is about me sharing my thoughts about Estonia after having returned to the country for a month, meeting new people, experiencing new things, and how some things have taken me by surprise. Full transcript is...

In this episode I discuss some aspects of AI and its use. I share my opinion about it and what it could be used for. Transcript as always available on my website, which includes some word explanations/colloquialisms...

In this episode, I talk about two traditional Estonian recipes, one sweet, one savoury. I discuss how to make them and ingredients, giving you a good overview of some basic food-related vocabulary. If you like this...

Welcome back to third season of Estonian with Eli! This season is kicked off with discussion about habits and how we can improve them. A book recommendation is made to help with this. If you would like to read the...

In this episode I discuss various reasons why one might learn a language. I talk about what my own motivations have been and the benefits of learning the local language as well as impact on health to learn any new...

Hello everyone! In this episode I give an example on how to describe a person, including using several different sayings/phrases. Full transcript including explanations of the expressions as always on my website...

This episode talks about some activities Estonians like to do in the summer or that are popular. You can read the transcript on my website: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/05/28/2-13-summer-suvi/ , and access is gained...

In this episode, I talk a bit more about the pronunciation of Estonian vowels, and some tongue twisters to practice prounctiation. Full transcript on my website...

This is another beginner-friendly episode following the story of Liina, including a short story and questions and answers based on the story afterwards. This is the final part of the story that is available to everyone...

In this episode I talk about how Estonians go to sauna, the traditions around sauna-ing, and other related topics. Full transcript as always, available on my website: https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/05/01/2-10-saun/...

This episode spends time on exploring some materials and resources available to Estonian learners. As usual, the transcript is available on my website; https://estonianwitheli.org/2026/04/22/2-9-eesti-keele-oppimine/...

This episode is discussing the history and traditions of Easter in Estonia. Talking about the significance of the several days leading up to Easter, what they are called, and how the old traditions differ from today's...

This episode is sequel to 2.6, where I continue with the same story about Liina and her family. It is aimed at early beginners with easy sentences, present tense, and includes questions and answers to help you start...

This is a very beginner-friendly episode where I start telling a longer story. This is the first part of a series, told in third person point of view, and Q&A in second/third person, which allows you to practice...