The Best Dutch Podcasts for Beginners in 2026 (A1-A2)

Whether you are just starting Dutch or building confidence at A2, these 10 podcasts cover both sides of beginner listening. The first section is focused on podcasts where hosts speak slowly and explain vocabulary, perfect for beginners. The second section has course-style podcasts that teach Dutch from scratch. If you know nothing yet and want structured lessons, use those.

If these are too easy and you want real Dutch podcasts, check out our intermediate Dutch podcast list for a step up.

Dutch Podcasts Made for Learners

These podcasts are designed specifically for Dutch learners. Hosts speak slowly and clearly, explain vocabulary, and build up gradually. A perfect starting point for A1 and early A2.

Een Beetje Nederlands

Language Learning

The name means “A Little Bit of Dutch” and that is exactly the approach: clear, understandable episodes on various topics, each with a transcript to read along with. Episodes cover everything from Dutch holidays and traditions to everyday conversations about life in the Netherlands. The pace sits at about 30% slower than the typical Dutch pace, and with over 80 episodes averaging about 12 minutes each, there is plenty of material to build a daily habit.

Dutch Today: leer Nederlands met Martijn

Language Learning

Host Martijn speaks at a pace designed for second-language learners, covering a wide range of everyday topics from Dutch culture to current events. He also posts video content on YouTube, so you can switch between formats depending on your mood. Slightly faster than Een Beetje Nederlands but still well below average Dutch speed, with nearly 170 episodes averaging about a quarter of an hour each.

Learn Dutch with Lianne

Language Learning

Short, focused episodes about Dutch culture and language delivered entirely in Dutch. Lianne keeps the vocabulary accessible and the topics interesting, from language learning tips to cultural quirks you will encounter in the Netherlands. Even slower than Een Beetje Nederlands, giving you extra time to process each sentence. Episodes are bite-sized at about 8 minutes, with nearly 70 in the archive.

Dutch Speaking Academy

Language Learning

Host Mariska has been teaching Dutch since 2013 and focuses on helping internationals overcome their fear of speaking. The episodes are practical and confidence-building, addressing real situations expats face in the Netherlands, from navigating a doctor’s visit to small talk with colleagues. The fastest of the six but still well below average Dutch speed. Over 130 episodes averaging about 11 minutes each.

Yes, you can speak Dutch!

Language Learning

Designed for absolute beginners starting from zero, with real-life conversations, practical phrases, and exercises built into each episode. The slowest on this list by far, giving you all the time you need to follow along. Each episode runs about 9 minutes with nearly 50 available, and transcripts are linked in the show notes. New episodes drop every Thursday.

Easy Dutch

Language Learning

The podcast companion to the popular Easy Dutch YouTube channel. The hosts discuss interesting topics from the Netherlands and beyond, explaining difficult words and cultural context along the way. Episodes are longer at about 20 minutes, giving conversations room to breathe, with 15 available so far. About the same pace as Dutch Speaking Academy.

Learn Dutch from the Ground Up

If you are starting from zero, these podcasts teach Dutch step by step. They explain everything in English and build your knowledge from the basics. Unlike the shows above, these link to their own websites rather than LangoPod.

DutchPod101

A massive library of audio and video lessons organized by level, starting with an absolute beginner track. Native Dutch teachers walk through dialogues, vocabulary, and grammar with English explanations. Each lesson comes with transcripts, vocabulary lists, and review tools. Thousands of episodes covering everything from basic greetings to everyday conversations, with new content added regularly.

The Dutch Online Academy

Structured podcast lessons covering Dutch culture and everyday life, from traditional celebrations like Carnaval and Dutch birthday customs to practical topics like navigating websites in Dutch. Each episode comes with transcripts and exercises on their website. Over 100 episodes with new ones published regularly, helping over 11,000 Dutch learners every week.

Zeg het in het Nederlands

Slow-paced episodes about Dutch culture, history, and daily life in the Netherlands. The name means “Say it in Dutch” and the format matches: everything is explained clearly at a pace beginners can follow. Episodes cover topics from Dutch beer culture to famous historical figures. Over 50 episodes with full transcripts and free audio downloads available on the website.

Slow Dutch with JeDutchy

Jordan, a professional Dutch teacher from Rotterdam, tells short stories in slow Dutch, then goes sentence by sentence with English translations, then repeats the story slightly faster. The three-pass format is perfect for A0 to A2 learners who want to train their ear gradually. Each episode focuses on an accessible topic like Dutch breakfast habits or why the Dutch are so tall.

Looking for more?

These 10 are a starting point. Browse all Dutch podcasts on LangoPod to find more at your level. Every podcast comes with transcripts to help you follow along, so you can read while you listen. When you are ready for a challenge, our intermediate Dutch podcast list has 15 more picks at a faster pace.