Who was Elza Mágnás?

A tragic murder, a glamorous life, and a dark secret hidden in the heart of early 20th century Budapest… This is the story of Elza Mágnás, a woman who rose from humble beginnings to the heights of the city’s elite. But how did she meet her untimely end?

🎧 Discover a part of Elza's life and shocking fate, whose name still echoes through the streets of Budapest.

🎙️Hit play to discover the truth behind this crime — you won’t want to miss it!

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Discover Greece... in Hungary? 🇭🇺🇬🇷
In this episode of Natural Hungarian, I take you to Beloiannisz, the little-known "Greek village" just an hour from Budapest.
Founded by Greek refugees in 1950, this unique placeis where Greek traditions meet Hungarian culture — with music, dance, and delicious food!
Want to hear how two cultures live together in peace and harmony?
Click play and join me on this short but fascinating journey! 🎧

✨ Perfect for Hungarian language learners (A2-B1 level) and anyone curious about hidden gems in Hungary.

➡️ Press play now on Spotify / YouTube and start exploring!

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Discover the story behind one of Hungary’s most beloved sweets – the kürtőskalács (chimney cake)! In this special episode, I’ll take you on a delicious journey through history, legend, and tradition – all in clear Hungarian (B1-B2 levels). Perfect for adult learners who want to grow their language skills while learning about authentic Hungarian culture. Tune in and taste the tale! :)

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Have you ever heard of a social media platform that connected almost half of a country — before Facebook even existed?

In this episode of Natural Hungarian, I take you back to the early 2000s to explore iWiW, Hungary's very own social network that once ruled the internet in the country. From its mysterious invite-only start, to becoming the number one digital meeting place for Hungarians, iWiW's story is one of innovation, nostalgia, and a little bit of national pride.

Perfect for B2–C1 level learners of Hungarian, this 7-minute episode combines accessible language with rich cultural insights. Learn about the digital history of Hungary, practice useful vocabulary, and discover how a local project almost beat Facebook at its own game.

🎙️ Let’s dive into the curious case of iWiW — the Hungarian Facebook that came too soon.

If you want to read a bit more or watch videos in Hungarian on the subject, you can do so here.

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Discover a unique part of Hungarian culture in this episode of Natural Hungarian!
We explore the world of panel apartments — the giant, concrete buildings that have shaped the lives of millions of Hungarians since the 1960s.

Learn why these homes were built so quickly, what everyday life was like inside them, and how they became a symbol of modern Hungary.

I'll also introduce you to Szomszédok, a famous Hungarian TV series set in a panel neighborhood — a perfect way to practice your Hungarian while getting a glimpse into daily life from decades ago!

This episode is designed for adult learners at B1–B2 levels.
Improve your listening skills, expand your cultural knowledge, and get closer to the Hungarian way of life — one story at a time.

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• When is Mother’s Day in Hungary?

  Since when do we celebrate this day?

• How do we celebrate?

• What kind of gifts do we give?

  
  

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Today's topic is Spring in Hungary - what to see, where to walk and what special events to attend.

If you love nature, festivals and good weather, this episode is for you!

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Today I'll talk about Hungarian gastronomy, in terms of what foreigners like - or find strange - in Hungarian food. We'll also see what Hungarians think of Spain's cuisine, almost we'll touch on that very, very briefly. Finally, you can hear about some famous desserts. Stay with me!

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