Top 7 Podcasts to Help You Learn Swedish — From Beginner to Advanced

Podcasts are one of the most effective ways to improve your Swedish. You can listen anywhere — on your commute, at the gym, or during a walk — while training your ear to the rhythm, pronunciation, and everyday expressions of the language.

Whether you’ve just started learning Swedish or you’re already following the news in Swedish, these seven podcasts offer something for every level.

1. Coffee Break Swedish

Best for: Beginners

Perfect for your fika break! ☕

Join teacher Hanna and her student Mark as they explore Swedish from the ground up. Each episode focuses on practical, real-life situations — greetings, shopping, introductions — with clear explanations and cultural insights.

Episodes are around 15–20 minutes, making them easy to fit into your day.

Why it’s great: Friendly, structured, and ideal if you’re starting from zero.

2. Simple Swedish Podcast

Best for: Beginner to Intermediate learners

Host Fredrik talks about everyday topics — learning habits, Swedish traditions, personal development — using natural but slightly slower Swedish. He also explains useful words and phrases along the way.

Why it’s great: Real Swedish, at a pace that’s still easy to follow.

3. Lätt Svenska med Oskar (Swedish Podcast for Beginners)

Best for: Beginner to Intermediate learners

Oskar publishes short, daily episodes entirely in Swedish. He speaks slowly, repeats key phrases, and focuses on everyday life in Sweden — perfect for building comprehension and vocabulary.

Why it’s great: Daily exposure, bite-sized lessons, and lots of repetition.

4. Sveriges Radio – News and Learning

Best for: Beginner to Intermediate learners

Sweden’s national broadcaster, Sveriges Radio, offers several programs designed for people learning Swedish, such as:

• Radio Sweden på lätt svenska

• Klartext – nyheter på ett enklare sätt

• Sveriges Radio på ett lättare sätt

Each program uses simplified Swedish and covers current events — ideal for understanding Swedish society while improving your listening skills.

Why it’s great: Authentic Swedish with real-world relevance.

5. Språket i P1

Best for: Intermediate to Advanced learners

A fascinating show for anyone who loves languages. Språket i P1 dives into how Swedish works — grammar, pronunciation, dialects, and language change — often with humor and insight.

Why it’s great: Deepens your understanding of how Swedish really works.

6. P3 Dokumentär

Best for: Advanced learners

Sweden’s most popular documentary podcast tells gripping, real-life stories about crime, culture, and history. The episodes are longer (often an hour) and use natural, fast-paced Swedish — challenging, but rewarding.

Why it’s great: Immersive storytelling + rich language = perfect advanced practice.

7. Alex & Sigges Podcast

Best for: Advanced learners

Hosted by Alex Schulman and Sigge Eklund, this long-running show mixes humor, pop culture, and reflection on everyday life in Sweden.While it’s not designed for learners, it’s a fantastic way to tune into authentic conversation, slang, and cultural references.

Why it’s great: Real Swedish as it’s spoken — witty, fast, and full of personality.

Final Thoughts

Podcasts are an incredible tool for learning Swedish — they make listening practice natural and enjoyable.

Choose one that fits your level, listen regularly, and don’t worry if you don’t understand every word. Over time, your brain will start recognizing patterns, pronunciation, and meaning automatically.

Tip: Combine listening with our Professional Swedish courses to build confidence faster — both inside and outside the classroom.