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Talk Time: Learn Croatian with a Cultural Twist.
Znači, Ono, Budimo Realni: Two Evenings of My Croatian, Unscripted
by: Tihana Klepač Published on: 16/10/2026Two old recordings of me speaking unscripted Croatian, at a Zagreb bookshop and on a theatre stage. Why your own hesitation is not proof you have failed, and what a heritage speaker’s ear can learn by listening to mine.
How Stories Shape Language: What Martin Puchner Taught Me About Teaching Croatian
by: Tihana KlepačPublished on: 16/05/2025A Zagreb lecture by Martin Puchner on why stories built civilisation, and why I teach Croatian through grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and culture together, not apart.
Eugen Kumičić's Istria: Where Rugged Beauty Meets the Unseen Struggles of Everyday Life
by: Tihana KlepačPublished on: 28/09/2024Discover the beauty and struggles of 19th-century Istria through the eyes of Eugen Kumičić. Explore his vivid depictions of coastal life, rural communities, and the rich cultural heritage of the region
Letters of Love and Courage: The Frankopans, Zrinskis, and the Heart of Croatia
by: Tihana KlepačPublished on: 28/09/2024Discover the love letters of Croatia’s legendary Frankopan and Zrinski families, whose words of love and courage continue to inspire today. Learn how Croatian unlocks the emotional depth of these historic stories.
From Aristocrats to Fishermen: How Drago Gervais's Poetry Reveals the True Spirit of Opatija
by: Tihana KlepačPublished on: 28/09/2024Explore how Drago Gervais's poetry reveals the authentic Croatian soul of Opatija—its fishermen, hardworking women, and local life. Discover why learning Croatian is key to unlocking these stories.
Mladen Kušec: The Voice of Croatian Childhood and Cultural Heritage
by: Tihana KlepačPublished on: 28/09/2024Explore the life and legacy of Mladen Kušec, a beloved Croatian storyteller who shaped children's programming and preserved Croatian culture. Discover how his tales help in learning the Croatian language.
Lessons in Life and Language: Learning Croatian with Mladen Kušec’s Stories
by: Tihana KlepačPublished on: 28/09/2024Learn Croatian through the heartwarming stories of Mladen Kušec. Discover how his tales blend language learning with cultural insights, perfect for both beginners and intermediate learners.
Want to Learn Croatian to Read Something Special? Explore the Extraordinary Life and Works of Dragojla Jarnević
by: Tihana KlepačPublished on: 28/09/2024Explore the life of Dragojla Jarnević, a pioneering Croatian writer and educator, as she championed women's education and independence in 19th-century Croatia. Learn more about her legacy and journey.
