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Jessica Hsieh
Podcast
FluentFiction.org
Are you ready to supercharge your Indonesian listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you. Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in Indonesian, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Indonesian and English. This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension. But we don't stop there. Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Budi's Journey: Finding Strength Amidst Borobudur's MistFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-19-22-34-03-idStory Transcript:Id: Di pagi yang berkabut, saat matahari mulai menyembul dari balik horison, Budi berdiri di gerbang Candi Borobudur.En: On a foggy morning, as the sun began to peek over the horizon, Bu...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Discovering Serenity Amid Chaos in Kebun Raya BogorFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-19-07-38-20-idStory Transcript:Id: Setiap pagi, Adi selalu terbiasa dengan rutinitas yang sama.En: Every morning, Adi is always accustomed to the same routine.Id: Namun, pagi itu berbeda.En: However, that morning was diffe...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Unveiling Ancestral Secrets on the Misty Path to DiengFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-18-22-34-02-idStory Transcript:Id: Aroma segar embun pagi menyelimuti Dataran Tinggi Dieng.En: The fresh aroma of morning dew envelops the Dataran Tinggi Dieng.Id: Dimas, Laras, dan Rini memulai perjalanan mereka.En: Di...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Caught Between Dreams and Duty: Raka's Journey HomeFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-18-07-38-20-idStory Transcript:Id: Di desa kecil Gunung Bromo, kabut pagi menyelimuti pepohonan hijau yang lebat.En: In the small village of Gunung Bromo, the morning mist envelops the lush green trees.Id: Angin pegunungan...
· 17 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: From Doubt to Applause: Rina's Talent Show TriumphFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-17-07-38-19-idStory Transcript:Id: Langit pagi menyambut musim semi dengan cerah.En: The morning sky welcomed spring brightly.Id: Rina berjalan cepat menuju sekolahnya.En: Rina walked quickly toward her school.Id: Hari ini...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: A Day of Discovery: Family Connections at Jakarta AquariumFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-16-22-34-01-idStory Transcript:Id: Langit Jakarta cerah saat Putri dan keluarganya tiba di Jakarta Aquarium.En: The sky over Jakarta was clear when Putri and her family arrived at Jakarta Aquarium.Id: Hari itu, laut...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Brewing Stories: How Dewi's Café Blends Heritage and FlavorFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-15-22-34-02-idStory Transcript:Id: Di bawah sinar matahari Ubud yang cerah, Dewi memasuki sebuah tempat yang penuh aroma menggugah selera.En: Under the bright Ubud sunlight, Dewi entered a place filled with appetiz...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Finding Peace: Rina's Spiritual Journey in Bali's BazaarFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-14-22-34-02-idStory Transcript:Id: Matahari bersinar hangat di Ubud, Bali, menyinari bazar lokal yang ramai.En: The sun shone warmly in Ubud, Bali, illuminating the bustling local bazaar.Id: Aroma dupa menyelimuti uda...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Unveiling Secrets of Borobudur: A Hidden Family LegacyFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-13-22-34-01-idStory Transcript:Id: Pelataran Candi Borobudur berdiri megah di bawah terik matahari musim kemarau.En: The courtyard of Candi Borobudur stood majestically under the scorching sun of the dry season.Id: Cand...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: A Journey of Friendship and Faith at Candi BorobudurFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-13-07-38-20-idStory Transcript:Id: Matahari bersinar terang di atas Candi Borobudur yang megah.En: The sun was shining brightly over the majestic Candi Borobudur.Id: Udara terasa kering, khas musim kemarau akhir, sementar...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Finding Solace at Borobudur: Rina's Journey to Inner PeaceFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-12-07-38-19-idStory Transcript:Id: Matahari pagi menyinari Borobudur dengan lembut, memancarkan cahaya emas di antara stupa-stupa kuno.En: The morning sun gently illuminated Borobudur, casting golden light among the...
· 17 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Jungle Heist: Love and Larceny in the Monkey ForestFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-11-22-34-01-idStory Transcript:Id: Hutan Monyet Ubud sedang ramai oleh kicauan burung dan teriakan monyet yang bermain.En: The Hutan Monyet Ubud was bustling with bird chirps and the screams of monkeys playing.Id: Adi dan...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Uniting Facts and Stories: A Journey in the Bromo HighlandsFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-11-07-38-19-idStory Transcript:Id: Di tengah udara segar Pegunungan Bromo, terdapat sebuah kabin kecil yang hangat dan nyaman.En: In the fresh air of the Pegunungan Bromo, there is a small, warm, and cozy cabin.Id:...
· 16 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Unexpected Connections: A Serendipitous Market EncounterFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-09-07-38-20-idStory Transcript:Id: Pasar di Jakarta ramai sekali siang itu.En: The market in Jakarta was very busy that afternoon.Id: Matahari bersinar terik, namun aroma segar buah dan sayuran bercampur harum pedas m...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Rina's Journey: Love, Resilience, and the Power of StoriesFind the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-08-22-34-02-idStory Transcript:Id: Di sebuah sudut rumah sakit yang ramai, Rina duduk bersama buku catatannya.En: In a corner of the busy rumah sakit, Rina sat with her notebook.Id: Dia memandang sekitar, mengamati...
· 16 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Souvenirs of the Soul: Dewi's Journey at Mount Bromo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-07-07-38-19-id Story Transcript:Id: Matahari terbit di Timur.En: The sun rises in the east.Id: Cahaya lembut menyebar di atas padang pasir Mount Bromo.En: Gentle light spreads over the padang pasir of Mount Bromo.Id: Dew...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Artistic Awakening at Taman Sari: A Journey of Rediscovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-06-07-38-19-id Story Transcript:Id: Di sebuah pagi yang cerah, Taman Sari Water Castle di Yogyakarta bersinar dengan keanggunannya yang memukau.En: On a bright morning, Taman Sari Water Castle in Yogyakarta shone w...
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Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Unveiling Secrets: Ayu's Archaeological Breakthrough at Borobudur Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-05-22-34-01-id Story Transcript:Id: Borobudur berdiri megah di bawah langit kelabu.En: Borobudur stood majestic under the gray sky.Id: Angin semilir musim semi mengelilingi candi, mengayunkan daun-daun hijau...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: From Rotten to Riveting: Office Pumpkin Contest Surprise Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-04-22-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Di sebuah kantor modern dengan dinding kaca dan sofa nyaman, suasana terlihat sibuk seperti biasa.En: In a modern office with glass walls and comfortable sofas, the atmosphere look...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Invisible Shoes and Muddy Laughs: A Day at Tegalalang Terrace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-03-22-34-01-id Story Transcript:Id: Musim semi di Tegalalang Rice Terrace.En: Spring at Tegalalang Rice Terrace.Id: Sinar matahari menyinari sawah hijau yang luas.En: The sunlight shines on the vast green fields...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Revelation at the Festival: A Botanist's Quest for Truth Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-03-07-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Di suatu pagi yang cerah, burung-burung berkicau riang di Taman Bungawisata, bunga-bunga mekar menyapa wisatawan yang datang.En: On a bright morning, birds chirped joyfully in Tama...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Light in the Darkness: A Bunker Tale of Hope and Humor Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-02-07-38-19-id Story Transcript:Id: Di bawah kota yang gelap gulita karena pemadaman listrik, Budi, Rini, dan Citra berkumpul di dalam sebuah bunker bawah tanah.En: Beneath the city engulfed in darkness due to a power...
· 17 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Love Amongst The Ruins: A New Bond at Borobudur Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-10-01-07-38-19-id Story Transcript:Id: Di bawah langit biru cerah dan udaranya yang hangat, Candi Borobudur berdiri megah.En: Under the bright blue sky and warm air, Candi Borobudur stood majestically.Id: Hari itu, candi penuh d...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Mysteries in the Arctic: Secrets Beneath the Aurora Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-09-30-22-34-01-id Story Transcript:Id: Di bawah langit malam yang berselimut aurora, hamparan es Arktik membentang luas, diam dan sunyi.En: Under the night sky enveloped by the aurora, the expanse of the Arktik ice spread wi...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Finding Inner Peace: Adi's Journey at Borobudur Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-09-29-22-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Ketika fajar menyingsing di ufuk timur, Borobudur berdiri megah di tengah-tengah pemandangan hijau subur.En: When dawn broke in the eastern horizon, the Borobudur stood majestically amidst...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Breathing New Life: From Abandoned Warehouse to Hope Hub Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-09-29-07-38-19-id Story Transcript:Id: Mentari sore yang terik mengintip malu-malu lewat celah-celah jendela pecah di gudang tua di sudut kota Jakarta.En: The scorching afternoon sun peeked shyly through the cracks of t...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Waves of Friendship: Rika's Bali Surf Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-09-28-22-34-01-id Story Transcript:Id: Pada suatu pagi yang cerah di sebuah resor mewah di Bali, Rika berdiri di balkon kamarnya menikmati pemandangan laut biru yang bergelora.En: One bright morning at a luxurious resort in Bali...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Balance in Bali: Tradition & New Beginnings Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-09-27-22-34-01-id Story Transcript:Id: Matahari pagi menyinari Bali Botanic Garden.En: The morning sun lit up the Bali Botanic Garden.Id: Bunga-bunga bermekaran indah, warna-warni menghiasi tempat itu.En: Flowers bloomed bea...
· 19 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Unearthing Connections: A Journey Through Time and Legacy Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-09-26-22-34-01-id Story Transcript:Id: Di Museum Nasional Indonesia, sinar matahari menembus jendela-jendela tinggi.En: In the Museum Nasional Indonesia, sunlight streamed through the tall windows.Id: Lantai marmer mem...
· 18 min
Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Pigeon Picture-Perfect Moments: Embracing Spontaneity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-09-26-07-38-19-id Story Transcript:Id: Di suatu pagi yang cerah di musim semi, Arief dan Dewi berjalan santai di Taman Mini Indonesia Indah.En: On a bright spring morning, Arief and Dewi were taking a leisurely walk in Tam...
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