Learn Dutch with The Dutch Online Academy
Learn Dutch with The Dutch Online Academy is a podcast designed to help learners master the Dutch language in a comfortable and effective way. The episodes focus on practical language skills, grammar, and vocabulary, with accompanying transcripts and exercises available on the website. The podcast aims to make Dutch learning accessible and enjoyable for all levels.
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Dutch stereotypes (Nederlandse stereotypen)
When you think of the Netherlands, you think of cheese, bicycles, directness, and windmills. But what is actually true?See the episode transcripts and vocabulary flashcard decks in our website!
Shooting in a quiet village - Learn Dutch B1 (Schietpartij in een rustig dorp)
In the middle of the night on September 1st, the residents of Overasselt were startled by gunshots. What exactly happened? And what does this reveal about the drug trade in the Netherlands?Check and practice with the exercises here
Fatbikes en e-bikes | Learn Dutch B2-C1
Most Dutch people do not wear a helmet when cycling, but that might change in 2027.Read transcripts and study vocabulary cards
6 Nederlandse feestjes! - Learn dutch B1
Summer is almost over! Have you been to one of these Dutch summer parties? Or are you going next year?New online group courses starting in August!Practice the vocabulary in this episode with flashcards & read along in our site
De ideale vakantieduur - Learn Dutch A2
What is the ideal vacation duration? According to research, 8 days is perfect! This episode shows an example of a conversation theme for our conversation courses.Read transcripts
7 (rare) dingen die Nederlanders heel normaal vinden
Some things are really normal in the Netherlands, but strange to foreigners. Let's look at a few cultural differences! New online group courses available in the website! thedutchonlineacademy.comRead the transcripts here!
Een superhittegolf in Nederland?!
Are the Dutch prepared for extreme heat? Do they have AC? And are Dutch houses designed for these temperatures? Let's find out!https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/een-superhittegolf-in-nederland
Keti Koti - Learn Dutch B2
Have you heard about Keti Koti? Well, 1st of July is an important day. Find out way!read the transcripts
6 open-air museums in the Netherlands
There are so many things to do on a sunny day in the Netherlands. Let's look at some museums in the open air! Read transcripts
De vrijmarkt (Koningsdag) Learn Dutch B1
Op 27 april is het weer Koningsdag! Wat ga jij doen? Misschien ga je wel even naar de vrijmarkt om spullen te kopen of te verkopen! Read transcripts
Waar spreken ze Nederlands? - A2 B1 podcast
Did you know you can also practice your Dutch outside the Netherlands? Let's find out where!Check out the transcripts
Regen in Nederland (A2/B1)
It seems like it's always raining in the Netherlands. And well, that's almost true. It's raining over 190 days per year! In our website you will find transcripts, exercises and related grammar topics. Visit The Dutch Online Academy
Olympische Winterspelen 2026 | Learn Dutch A2/B1
Doet Nederland mee aan de Olympische Winterspelen in Italië? Ja, zeker weten! De Nederlanders hopen weer heel wat medailles te winnen, vooral bij het schaatsen.
De Kerstman in Nederland - Learn Dutch B1
If you didn't grow up in the Netherlands, the difference between Sinterklaas and de Kerstman can be confusing. In this podcast episode, we’ll tell you all about it.See our courses and read transcripts
Verkiezingen Tweede Kamer 2025 | Learn Dutch B1
Op 29 oktober gaan Nederlanders naar de stembus. Wat gebeurt er precies tijdens de Tweede Kamerverkiezingen? Je leert er alles over in deze podcastaflevering! Read transcripts
Het studentenleven in Nederland - Learn Dutch B1-B2
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a student in the Netherlands? Let's learn all about it. Read the transcripts
SAIL 2025 Amsterdam | Learn Dutch level A2/B1
Do you also love the water in and around Amsterdam? During SAIL we celebrate Amsterdam and its connection to the water. Read transcripts
De onafhankelijkheid van Indonesië - Learn Dutch B1/B2
What do you know about the history between the Netherlands and Indonesia? Learn more about it in this podcast episode. Read transcripts
Vincent van Gogh - Learn Dutch A2/B1
Who doesn't know Van Gogh? Curious about the life of this famous artist? Listen to this Learn Dutch podcast! See transcripts
Supermarkten in Nederland - Learn Dutch Podcast - Level B1
Boodschappen doen, veel mensen doen dat bijna elke dag! Hoe en waar doen Nederlanders hun boodschappen? Transcripts
Sprookje - Ezeltje strek je! (over 50 verbs in imperfectum)
Fairytales are great for learning the simple past / imperfectum! Do you already know this famous story about a table, a donkey and a stick?Read transcripts
Het Amsterdamse Bos - Learn Dutch B1
Natuur in Amsterdam? Jazeker! In deze Nederlandse podcast leer je alles over Het Amsterdamse Bos.
Carnaval in Nederland - Learn Dutch B1
Dit weekend vieren veel Nederlanders carnaval. Weet jij waarom? En wat doen de mensen precies met carnaval? Read transcripts
Bijzondere adjectieven - Learn Dutch A2
A short story about someone's day to learn some special adjectives! Read transcripts
Mijn verjaardag | Learn Dutch Podcast level B1
Ik was vorige week jarig! Wil je meer weten of hoe Nederlanders hun verjaardag vieren? Luister dan naar deze podcast. Read transcripts
Mijn wintersportvakantie - perfectum, imperfectum, plusquamperfectum
Wintersport is a special type of holiday. Around 1 million Dutch people go on a holiday in the snow every year. Learn all about it!Read transcripts
Vuurwerk in Nederland - Learn Dutch A2/B1
Did you know that the tradition around the use of fireworks in the Netherlands is changing? Learn all about it in this new Dutch podcast episode!Read transcripts
Smikkelen tijdens de feestdagen - Learn Dutch Podcast B1
It's getting colder! Luckily there is a lot to celebrate and to eat during the cold months. Find out what the Dutch eat during festivities. Read transcripts
5 websites die elke Nederlander gebruikt
Which internet pages does almost every Dutch person visit? And what does this tell us about the culture? Let's find out! Read transcripts here
Moeten & Hoeven - Learn Dutch level A2/B1
Many students struggle with the difference between moeten and hoeven. This dialogue shows how to use them! Transcripts here
Olympische Spelen | Learn Dutch | Level B1
De Olympische Spelen zijn in volle gang. In deze podcast kom je meer te weten over de deelname van Nederland. Read transcripts
Een nieuwe premier: Dick Schoof
Wie is de nieuwe premier van Nederland? Wie is Dick Schoof precies? Read transcripts
Europees Kampioenschap Voetbal - Learn Dutch - Level B1
Het EK is voor veel mensen een belangrijk toernooi. Hou jij van voetbal? Luister naar deze aflevering over het Nederlandse elftal en het EK 2024Read transcripts here
Vaderdag in Nederland - Learn Dutch A2 / B1
In veel landen is er een speciale dag voor vaders. In Nederland ook. Wat doen Nederlanders op de derde zondag van juni? Transcripts here
Learn Dutch - De Gelaarsde Kat - Level A2 / B1
Fairy tales are a great way to learn the imperfect tense! Listen to this classic story about the Puss in BootsSee transcripts
Schoolvakanties in Nederland - Learn Dutch A2 / B1
Het is meivakantie! Maar hoeveel vakanties zijn er eigenlijk in Nederland? Leer er alles over in deze nieuwe aflevering!Read transcripts
Lezen - Learn Dutch - Level A1 / A2
Reading can be fun and useful when learning Dutch! But... where do you start? Listen to this Dutch podcast episode to find out.See transcripts
Dialoog buurvrouw (vragen) - Learn Dutch Podcast A2
This dialogue is part of our A2 Guided Grammar Practice Course. Learn and practice grammar through everyday conversations!See transcripts
Pasen - Learn Dutch Podcast - Level A2 / B1
Do the Dutch have an Easter Bunny? And what do they eat during this national holiday? Find out in this Dutch podcast episode.View transcripts
Op kamers (conjunctions) - Learn Dutch podcast A2
Practice conjunctions and word order? Listen to this story about a student looking for her own place.
De grootste steden van Nederland (part 2 of 2) - Learn Dutch Level A2/B1
You know Amsterdam of course, but what do you know about the other cities in the Netherlands? Learn all about the 10 biggest cities!See transcripts
De grootste steden van Nederland (Part 1 of 2) - Learn Dutch Level A2/B1
You know Amsterdam of course, but what do you know about the other cities in the Netherlands? Learn all about the 10 biggest cities! See transcripts
Wintersport - Learn Dutch Level A2/B1
The Netherlands has no mountains. Still, lots of Dutch people love skiing and snowboarding. How does that work? See transcripts
Uitslag verkiezingen 2023 - Learn Dutch B1
Do you want to know more about the Dutch elections of 22nd of November 2023? Listen to this podcast episode.Transcripts
De sinterklaastradities in Nederland | Learn Dutch level B1/B2
Are Sinterklaas and Santa Claus the same person? And who's Piet? Find out in this episode about Sinterklaas. Pssst, watch out, this episode contains spoilers in case you are listening to it with little onesSee transcripts
De Nederlandse verkiezingen 2023 - Learn Dutch B1
The Dutch will vote on the 22nd of November. Who will succeed Mark Rutte as Prime Minister? Read transcripts
De herfst: een seizoen vol feesten! - Learn Dutch B1
Halloween, Sint-Maarten, Sinterklaas.. so much to celebrate in autumn. But they are not official national holidays. Why?See transcript
Ochtendroutine - A2/B1
Are you a morning person? Listen to this morning routine and learn some separable verbs! See transcriptsVideo coursesGroup courses
Doornroosje - Learn Dutch - Level B1
See transcripts More by The Dutch Online AcademyVideo coursesGroup courses
Learn Dutch B1 - Kamperen
Nederlanders houden van kamperen! In deze aflevering vertelt Theo je hoe hij zijn zomervakantie doorbrengt. See transcripts or join one of our group online courses!
De drie biggetjes - Learn Dutch B1
We all know the story of the three little pigs and the big bad wolf. Practice the imperfect tense (simple past)!See transcripts More by The Dutch Online AcademyVideo coursesGroup coursesDutch GrammarBooksOther episodes
Pride in Nederland - Learn Dutch Podcast A2 / B1
Juni is Pride maand! In deze maand wordt Nederland gehuld in regenboogkleuren. See transcripts More by The Dutch Online AcademyVideo coursesGroup coursesDutch GrammarBooksOther episodes
De Deltawerken - Learn Dutch level B1/B2
Wist je dat meer dan 25% van Nederland lager ligt dan de zeespiegel? Hoe beschermen we Nederland tegen het water? De Deltawerken zijn heel belangrijk voor de veiligheid. See transcriptsLearn Dutch Grammar
Learn Dutch A2/B1 - Sport in Nederland
Is cycling considered a sport? Can you do mountaineering in the Netherlands? And what are the most popular sports in the Netherlands? Find out! See episode transcripts
Learn Dutch B1/B2 - Dodenherdenking
The 4th and 5th of May are special days in the Netherlands. We have made a podcast episode about each of these days.Find transcripts in https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-b1-b2-dodenherdenkingMore by The Dutch Online AcademyVideo coursesGroup coursesDutch GrammarBooksOther episodes
Learn Dutch B1 - Koningsdag 2023 - The Dutch Online Academy
Find transcripts in https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-b1-koningsdag-2023-the-dutch-online-academyMore by The Dutch Online AcademyVideo coursesGroup coursesDutch GrammarBooksOther episodes
Learn Dutch B1/B2 - De natuur in de stad
Did you know that many wild animals live in the Netherlands? And that you can even spot them in the cities?Find transcripts in https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-b1-b2-de-natuur-in-de-stadMore by The Dutch Online AcademyVideo coursesGroup coursesDutch GrammarBooksOther episodes
Een gesprek op straat - Learn dutch level A2
Twee vrienden zien elkaar op straat. Ze hebben elkaar heel wat te vertellen! https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/een-gesprek-op-straat-learn-dutch-level-a2
De lente in Nederland - Learn Dutch Podcast level A2-B1
Spring is coming! Are you wondering what the Dutch do during spring? Learn all about the traditions of this beautiful season. Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.
Learn Dutch B1/B2 - Een huis kopen in Nederland
In another episode we've talked about renting a house in the Netherlands. Today we are talking about buying one!
Tussen Kerst en oud en nieuw - Learn Dutch - Level A2 - B1
The time between Christmas and New Year's eve is often a quiet time. Many people take a few days off, but Charlotte and Tom are at the office. Let's hear what they are talking about. Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.
Learn Dutch B1+ B2 - Huren in Nederland
Ben je op zoek naar een woning in Nederland? Of wil je gewoon meer weten over hoe Nederlanders wonen? Luister naar deze podcastaflevering over een huis huren in Nederland.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-b1-b2-huren-in-nederland
Children in The Netherlands - Level B1
How are Dutch kids raised? Is it true that Dutch kids are very happy in general and if so, why? In this episode we discuss the way the Dutch raise their children and the things that should still improve. Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/children-in-the-netherlands-level-b1
Learn Dutch A2/B1 - Een gesprek op een feestje
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-a2-b1-een-gesprek-op-een-feestje
Learn Dutch B1 - Provincies en de hoofdsteden: de tweede zes
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-b1-provincies-en-de-hoofdsteden-de-tweede-zes
Learn Dutch B1 - Provincies en de hoofdsteden: de eerste zes
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-b1-provincies-en-de-hoofdsteden-de-eerste-zes
Learn Dutch Dialoog - Level B1 - Bij de huisarts
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-dialoog-level-b1-bij-de-huisarts
Learn Dutch B1 - Hoe werkt de Nederlandse gezondheidszorg?
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-b1-hoe-werkt-de-nederlandse-gezondheidszorg
Mijn hobby’s - Learn Dutch Podcast A2 to B1
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/mijn-hobby-s-learn-dutch-podcast-a2-to-b1
Learn Dutch Podcast B1 - Typisch Nederlands
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-podcast-b1-typisch-nederlands
Nederlandse kinderboeken - Learn Dutch Podcast - Level B1
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/nederlandse-kinderboeken-learn-dutch-podcast-level-b1
Learn Dutch Podcast - Nederlandse feestdagen - Level A2
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-podcast-nederlandse-feestdagen-level-a2
Learn Dutch A2 - Mijn verjaardag (zullen) - Level A2 to B1
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.More info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/learn-dutch-a2-mijn-verjaardag-zullen-level-a2-to-b1
Learn Dutch B1 - De wolf en de zeven geitjes
Another fairy tale told by The Dutch Online Academy! Read along and practice the Dutch simple past (imperfectum). In this podcast you'll also see some examples of the relative clause in Dutch. (You'll see the relative clause in bold in the text in the transcripts)
De Keukenhof - Learn Dutch Podcast B1
What do you think of when you think of typical Dutch attractions? Perhaps at De Efteling, Zaanse Schans or Het Rijksmuseum. But did you know that you can also admire the famous Dutch flowers in spring? In this podcast by The Dutch Online Academy you will learn all about it!You will find transcripts and a lot more on our websitehttps://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en
Abonnement opzeggen - dialoog - B2/C1
Listen to a dialogue between a Dutch woman and the customer service of a magazine.Do you want to test your Dutch listening skills? On our website you can find not only the transcript but also a few questions about this podcast.We don't offer that many podcasts for B2 and C1 students. At The Dutch Online Academy we are working hard to change that.
Als ik - Learn Dutch Song (zou) - Level A2/B1
There are many ways to use Zouden in Dutch. In this Dutch podcast episode you are going to listen to a song about this special verb.The songs from The Dutch Online Academy are especially made for Dutch learners. Music and language learning go really well together!Here you can find more info about the artist.Click here for Dutch lessons.
Op reis Learn Dutch Song (15 onregelmatige werkwoorden) - Level B1
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.Study dutch in an online group athttps://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/live-coursesMore info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/op-reis-learn-dutch-song-15-onregelmatige-werkwoorden-level-b1
Huis gekocht - Dialoog in het Nederlands - Learn Dutch A2-B1
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.Study dutch in an online group athttps://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/live-coursesMore info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/huis-gekocht-dialoog-in-het-nederlands-learn-dutch-a2-b1
De Elfstedentocht - Learn Dutch Podcast B1
The Dutch Online Academy.Our commitment is to make Dutch easy to learn.Study dutch in an online group at https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/live-coursesMore info, related grammar, and transcripts at:https://thedutchonlineacademy.com/en/episodes/de-elfstedentocht-learn-dutch-podcast-b1
