
F*uck the levels. Speak Czech now!
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 14:57 — 19.0MB)
SUBSCRIBE to slowczech RSS
🎧 You are not your level. You are your voice.
Let’s stop pretending that levels (A1, A2, B1… blah blah) mean anything in real life.
Because real-life Czech doesn’t ask, “Excuse me, are you B2 yet?” before letting you into a conversation. And yet so many Czech learners wait… wait until they feel ready. Wait for permission. Wait for confidence to magically arrive.
Let’s change that.
In this episode, Eliška (founder of slowczech, language rebel, and mama to two) opens up about the systematic problem with language levels—and shares 3 mindset shifts to help you:
Speak Czech now, not later.
Stop identifying as “a beginner” and start expressing yourself in real conversations.
Join conversations that stretch you—in a way that feels safe, empowering, and fun.
You’ll also hear a beautiful story from one of our immersion participants who helped a woman on the street—using imperfect, messy Czech—and felt so proud of herself.
Because that’s what real progress looks like. Not a certificate. Not a level. But real-life connection.

🎉 Ready to supercharge your Czech? Máme tajný recept! 🤫 🇨🇿
🚀 Level up with:
- Self-paced programs that’ll have you speaking like a local (no textbook boredom, we promise!)
- One-on-one lessons tailored just for you (because you’re special, and so are your goals!)
- Six-Month Immersion Program – to feel at home in Czech conversations!
📱 Connect with us for more Czech:
- Instagram: @slowczech
- Facebook: slowczech
- YouTube: slowczech (visual learners, this one’s for you!)
🎧 Subscribe and ⭐ Rate us and help spread the Czech love!
Měj se hezky, uč se česky!
P.S. Don’t forget to visit www.slowczech.com – it’s where the magic happens! ✨
Tag:eliska
I am slowczech founder and from my experience I know two things: beginners can understand words with time. And enjoyable input is vital for natural language acquisition. Many give up Czech due to old methods, irrelevant vocabulary or overwhelming grammar. Let’s change that and make learning Czech exciting and effective.