Learn German With Falk
A German teacher uses slow, clear monologues about psychology and daily life to help beginners get comfortable with the language.
This is a solo monologue podcast where the host, Falk, uses personal stories and reflections on topics like psychology, technology, and German culture to create comprehensible input for language learners. He speaks slowly and clearly in High German, making it an immersive listening exercise rather than a structured grammar lesson. Episodes often explore universal experiences, such as the fear of missing out (FOMO) or the tendency to hoard old things, through a German cultural lens.
“Unlike grammar-drill podcasts, this show focuses entirely on comprehensible input through storytelling. The host's personal, often humorous and philosophical, monologues on everyday topics make language acquisition feel incidental to the engaging content.”
Who hosts this show
Falk is a German language teacher who creates content for A1-B1 level learners. Originally from Germany and now based in Japan, he uses his podcast to discuss everyday topics, German culture, and personal anecdotes in slow, accent-free High German. He has been teaching German as a foreign language since 2012 and has extensive experience teaching various levels from A1 to C2.
Credentials & credits
- Dozent für Deutsch als Fremdsprache (Lecturer for German as a Foreign Language) since 2012
- Experience with over 10,000 teaching units
- Prepares students for official exams including telc and DSH
Other ventures
- Patreon for transcripts and exclusive material
- "German Shadowing System" course on Gumroad
- 1-on-1 and group German lessons via Calendly
- Instagram account @learngermanwithfalk
- Buy Me a Coffee support page
What kind of podcast
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- east asia
When new episodes drop
- 01Slow German – Easy Listening (A2-B1) | Hast du Fomo? | MEMBERS EARLY ACCESSJun 27, 2026 · 28 min
- 02
- 03Slow German – Easy Listening (A2-B1) | Warum sammle ich das? | MEMBERS EARLY ACCESSJun 20, 2026 · 28 min
- 04
- 05
- 06
- 07Slow German – Easy Listening (A2-B1) | Der Deal meines Lebens!Jun 6, 2026 · 21 min
- 08German Podcast: Vorsicht vor diesem Nachbarn!!Jun 3, 2026 · 56 min
Notable episodes
- 01Deutsche im Fußballfieber
Showcases his use of personal childhood memories (collecting stickers, disappointing his dad by rooting for Brazil) to teach cultural context around a major German passion.
- 02Hast du Fomo?
A prime example of the show's philosophical side, breaking down a modern psychological concept (FOMO) in simple German, making complex ideas accessible to learners.
- 03Warum sammle ich das?
Demonstrates his ability to turn a mundane, universal experience (the junk drawer) into a lesson on psychology, German culture (use of basements), and language.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a solo-narrative podcast and does not feature interviews. The host delivers scripted or semi-scripted monologues directly to the audience.
This is a solo monologue show with no guests or interviews. Falk speaks directly to the listener in a calm, clear, and slow manner, often from his home in Japan. He frequently uses rhetorical questions and personal anecdotes to illustrate his points, creating a conversational and intimate feel.
Signature segments
- · Opening with "Stell dir vor..." (Imagine...)
- · Using the phrase "Hätte, hätte Fahrradkette"
- · Using the phrase "Quatsch mit Soße"
- · Explaining German cultural norms through personal examples
- · Giving listeners 'homework', like checking their junk drawers
Topics covered repeatedly
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show is primarily supported by the host's own digital products and services, promoted in every episode. These include a Patreon for transcripts, a "German Shadowing System" course on Gumroad, and direct booking for private lessons. This suggests a direct-to-consumer model aimed at his dedicated audience of learners.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch this show
People also ask
- What is the host's full name?
- The host's name is Falk Fleischer.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, new episodes are published multiple times a week.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a solo monologue show. The host, Falk, speaks slowly and clearly in German about various topics related to daily life and culture. There are no guests or interviews.
- Who is this podcast for?
- The podcast is designed for beginner to intermediate German learners, specifically for levels A1 to B1.
- Where can I find transcripts for the episodes?
- Transcripts are available on the host's Patreon page.
- How can I get more learning materials from Falk?
- Falk offers a "German Shadowing System" course on Gumroad, as well as private and group lessons that can be booked via a link found in his episode descriptions.
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