Learn Dutch with Bart de Pau
A Dutch language course that teaches specific grammar points through an ongoing, scripted soap opera called "Heb je zin?".
This is a content marketing channel for a suite of Dutch language courses, but its method is editorially unique. Each video uses a short, scripted episode from a continuing soap opera, 'Heb je zin?', to illustrate a single, specific grammar rule (e.g., modal verbs, double infinitives). The host, Bart de Pau, introduces the concept, plays the scene featuring recurring characters and their dramatic storylines, and then often returns to pose questions to the viewer, directly linking the entertainment to a lesson from his online curriculum.
“Unlike typical language channels that offer disconnected lessons, this one embeds its teaching within a multi-season soap opera. This narrative format, with its recurring characters and plotlines involving romance and rivalry, creates a unique and engaging way to practice very specific grammar points.”
Who hosts this show
Bart de Pau is an online Dutch teacher and founder of the e-learning platform learndutch.org. Though an engineer by education, he has a passion for languages and previously founded a language school in Russia. He acquired learndutch.org in 2014 and has since built a method around video content, including the YouTube channel and intensive, in-person language camps.
Credentials & credits
- Online Dutch Teacher
- Founder of learndutch.org
- Founder of BLC Dutch Summer School
- Founder of BLC Dutch Winter School
- Engineer by education
- Founder of Language Center Petrion (former)
Other ventures
- learndutch.org
- BLC Dutch Summer School
- BLC Dutch Winter School
- BLC Language Courses BV
What kind of podcast
- Country
- Netherlands
- Region
- europe
When new episodes drop
- 01Seizoen 3 - Aflevering 42: Dubbele infinitief - tegenwoordige tijd.Apr 19, 2026 · 4 min
- 02#10 - Marieke invites Gianluca... after Martin ignored her!Mar 12, 2026 · 5 min
- 03#9 - Oh nee! Marieke en Xing ...Mar 12, 2026 · 4 min
- 04#8 - Oops... Martin ignores Marieke...Mar 12, 2026 · 4 min
- 05
- 06Dutch grammar applied: iets, te, die + adjective (without noun)Mar 12, 2026 · 4 min
Notable episodes
- 01#9 - Oh nee! Marieke en Xing ...
A pivotal episode in the soap opera's storyline where the character Xing lies to her friend Marieke about a mutual love interest, showcasing the dramatic element used for teaching.
- 02Seizoen 3 - Aflevering 42: Dubbele infinitief - tegenwoordige tijd.
A clear example of the show's core format: using a story about characters preparing for the Amsterdam marathon to teach a specific grammatical concept (the double infinitive).
- 03#10 - Marieke invites Gianluca... after Martin ignored her!
This episode demonstrates the consequences of the drama from episode #9 and shows how the host prompts the audience for their opinions on the characters' actions.
What you'll be asked on this show
Episodes are highly structured. Bart de Pau introduces himself and the grammar topic, then the 'Heb je zin?' soap opera segment plays. These segments are scripted, featuring a cast of actors in various everyday situations. The production is simple, focusing on clear dialogue. Bart concludes the videos with a friendly sign-off, often encouraging viewers to comment or visit his website.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
- “What do you think of the characters?”
- “Who is your favorite character, and who do you dislike?”
- “To whom would you like to give a bouquet of flowers?”
- “Do you think it will all work out in the end?”
Signature segments
- · The 'Heb je zin?' soap opera
- · Host introduction: "Hallo, mijn naam is Bart de Pau, online docent Nederlands."
- · Direct references to #dutchgrammar course lessons
- · Host sign-off: "Tot dan! Doei!"
- · Branding for learndutch.org
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The channel does not feature interview guests. Instead, it employs a cast of actors who play the recurring characters (Marieke, Xing, Martin, Gianluca, etc.) in the scripted 'Heb je zin?' soap opera.
- Gianlucaon Seizoen 3 - Aflevering 42
- Martinon Seizoen 3 - Aflevering 42
- Mariekeon Seizoen 3 - Aflevering 42
- Xingon Seizoen 3 - Aflevering 42
- Anikaon #10 - Marieke invites Gianluca...
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The channel is a direct marketing tool for Bart de Pau's own educational products. The primary sponsors are his premium online course '#dutchgrammar' on learndutch.org, and his immersive BLC Dutch Summer and Winter Schools. The YouTube videos serve as a funnel to these paid offerings.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch this show
b•••@•••.clubFree: limited reveals · Pro: unlimited reveals + CSV export
You’re only charged when we return a verified hit.
People also ask
- Who is the host of the show?
- The host is Bart de Pau, an online Dutch teacher and founder of learndutch.org and the BLC language schools.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, the channel has uploaded episodes as recently as April 2026.
- What is the format of the videos?
- Each video teaches a specific Dutch grammar rule through a short episode of a scripted soap opera called 'Heb je zin?'. The host introduces the topic, shows the scene, and then provides a brief closing.
- Where can I find the exercises mentioned in the videos?
- The exercises are part of the online courses, including the free '1000 most common words' course and the premium '#dutchgrammar' course, available on the learndutch.org website.
- What level of Dutch is this for?
- The content is primarily aimed at beginner to intermediate learners, roughly corresponding to the A1 to B1 levels of the CEFR framework.
Built from the show's public RSS feed, YouTube, the host's own websites, and the cited sources below. Computed and AI-extracted fields are labelled. Facts only — no private info, no fabrication, no transcripts republished.
Sources & how this page was built
This page is AI-assisted, grounded in the public sources cited below, and host-verifiable. We publish facts only; we do not republish transcripts. If anything here is wrong, the host can claim and correct the page above.Model: gemini-2.5-pro · high confidence
- [01]Dutch Language Teacher - Bart de Paulearndutch.org
- [02]About us - BLC Dutch Summer Schooldutchsummerschool.nl
- [03]Bart de Pau Language Courses - DutchReviewdutchreview.com
- [04]Free online Dutch course - Learn Dutchlearndutch.org
- [05]Intensive Dutch course Amsterdam - Dutch Summer School 2024dutchsummerschool.nl
- [06]Bart De Pau On the Shocking Dutch - Culture Mattersculturematters.com
Podcasts like Learn Dutch with Bart de Pau
Saad Rashid - YouTube Automation
Saad Rashid
A Pakistani host interviews creators of 'faceless' YouTube channels, breaking down their niche strategies, AI workflows, and revenue generation.
Silicon Valley Girl
Silicon Valley Girl
An entrepreneur interviews the founders and scientists building the next wave of AI to uncover practical strategies for career and business growth.
The Arena
The Arena
A daily sports debate show where 3-time NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas and a panel of former pros give unfiltered takes on basketball news.
Backstage with Millionaires
Pankaj Chauhan
A weekly news show and documentary-style channel breaking down the biggest stories and trends in the Indian startup and venture capital ecosystem.
Thomas Brush
Thomas Brush
A podcast for aspiring indie game developers, hosted by a solo dev who interviews peers about the practical and emotional journey of making games.
The Founder's Dream | Abhishek vyas
The Founder
A Hindi-language business podcast featuring long-form interviews with Indian startup founders about their real-world journeys and industries.
Rusty Quill Podcasts
Rusty Quill Podcasts
A network feed from a London-based production house specializing in full-cast speculative fiction and horror audio dramas.
HAHA Podcast
Three Korean-American sisters and YouTubers bring their chaotic, unfiltered group chat to a weekly video podcast.