🗨️ Conversational Spanish 🎙️Episodes
July 15, 2025
Cultura, Canciones y Pasiones: Cómo mejorar tu conversación y pronunciación ♫ 231
In this episode, we're joined by the newest member of the Spanish con Salsa team: José Hernández. José shares why he started learning languages, how music and literature opened the doors to new cultures, and his experience moving from a small town to the city in his native Dominican Republic.
June 24, 2025
When to Use Traer vs. Llevar in Spanish Conversations ♫ 228
Ever get confused between traer and llevar? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re reviewing how to use these two commonly confused Spanish verbs—and why knowing the difference can make your conversations sound way more natural. 🗣️✨ Whether you’re heading to a party, talking about what you’re wea…
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April 1, 2025
10 Spanish Phrases You'll Hear in Conversation ♫ 169 [ENCORE]
In this episode, we’re breaking down 10 must-know Spanish phrases you’ll actually hear in real conversations. Whether you're chatting with native speakers or just trying to understand Spanish TV without subtitles, these expre...
March 18, 2025
7 Ways to Use the Verb Echar in Spanish Conversations ♫ 221
In this episode, we explore 7 ways to use the Spanish verb echar . Learn how to use it in everyday sentences, idiomatic expressions, and reflexive forms. Listen and learn... Common expressions with echar and how their used by...
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Jan. 21, 2025
[Q&A] How Do I Stop Forgetting Words in Spanish Conversations? ♫ 220
In this episode, Tamara Marie responds to listener Jo-Anne’s challenges with forgetting words and feeling nervous speaking Spanish with adults. Tamara shares actionable tips for consistent practice, reducing anxiety, and buil...
Jan. 13, 2025
From Shy to Fluent: How to Gain Confidence in Conversations with Native Speakers
Do you ever get nervous when someone asks you a question in Spanish? Has your mind ever gone completely blank when you're trying to respond, even if you KNOW you know what you want to say? In this episode, you'll hear from Da...
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Dec. 31, 2024
[Q&A] How Do I Fix My Vocabulary Gaps to Keep Conversations Flowing?
In this listener Q&A episode, I’m answering a question from John, a member of the Learn Spanish con Salsa community. John shared his frustration about not knowing words he needs to use during conversations and struggling to ...
Dec. 26, 2024
7 Spanish Phrases to Use at New Year’s Celebrations ♫ 218
In this festive episode, Tamara Marie shares conversational Spanish phrases for New Year gatherings, including greetings, toasts, and ways to express gratitude. She also explores the backstory of the classic holiday song Feli...
Nov. 6, 2024
Elecciones y esperanza: conversaciones políticas en español ♫ 216
In today’s episode, we’re talking about politics – but don’t worry, we’re keeping it interesting. 😉 With the U.S. election happening right now and a lot of political news coming out of Latin America, it’s the perfect time to ...
Oct. 22, 2024
Guessing Game: How to Translate American English Phrases to Spanish (Pt. 2) ♫ 214
In this episode, we continue our conversation with Kelly Delgado and Maribel Zapata on how to translate American English expressions 🇺🇸 to Spanish You'll learn: Latin American expressions for the American English expressions ...
Oct. 1, 2024
Guessing Game: How to Translate American English Phrases to Spanish (Pt. 1) ♫ 213
In this episode, we shift gears from our recent focus on Colombian and Cuban Spanish to explore some common American English phrases 🇺🇸 Tamara takes the expert seat as Kelly and Maribel attempt to guess the meanings behind th...
Sept. 24, 2024
Juego de adivinanzas: 9 expresiones de Colombia ♫ 212
In this episode, I'm joined once again by Kelly from Cuba 🇨🇺 and Maribel from Colombia 🇨🇴. This time, Kelly and I put ourselves to the test by trying to guess the meaning of 9 unique Colombian expressions that Maribel shares ...
Sept. 17, 2024
De guayaberos y boniatos: aprende 8 expresiones cubanas ♫ 211
In this episode, I’m joined by two special guests from our Language Coaching team at Spanish con Salsa—Kelly Delgado from Cuba 🇨🇺 and Maribel from Colombia 🇨🇴. We're sharing 8 unique Cuban Spanish phrases that you’ll definite...
Aug. 20, 2024
Días lluviosos, conciertos en vivo, y viajes memorables: Una charla con Kesia, Jael, y Kelly (parte 2) ♫ 207
In this episode, host Tamara Marie continues the conversation with Spanish con Salsa coaches Kesia Sosa, Jael Tórrez, and Kelly Delgado. The discussion covers favorite places to relax in their cities, dream concerts, and the ...
Aug. 13, 2024
Platos favoritos, tecnología y supertsiciones: Una charla con Kesia, Jael, y Kelly ♫ 206
Ready to take your Spanish listening skills to the next level and learn more about Latin American culture? 🎧 In this episode, host Tamara Marie is joined by Language Coaches Jael Tórrez, Kelly Delgado, and Kesia Sosa from the...
June 18, 2024
Puerto Rico vs. República Dominicana: Cultura, Jerga y Diferencias ♫ 202
In this episode we chat with Sherly from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 and Kesia from the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 to uncover the differences and similarities between these two cultures. Learn the fun and unique slang used on each island and p...
June 11, 2024
Cultura Puertorriqueña: Una Charla con Sherly sobre Idiomas, Música y Tradiciones ♫ 201
In this episode we meet Sherly from Puerto Rico, a new member of the Spanish con Salsa team, who talks about her challenges and experiences in learning multiple languages. 🌍 Sherly tells us about the Puerto Rican culture such...
June 4, 2024
El día perfecto, la fama y las ganas de cantar: Una conversación con el equipo de Spanish con Salsa ♫ 200
¡Estamos celebrando nuestro episodio número 200 ! 🎉 Únete al equipo de Spanish con Salsa para tener conversaciones interesantes y divertidas en español. Ya seas principiante o intermedio, esta es una gran oportunidad para que...
May 28, 2024
Cómo decir “adiós” en Cuba ♫ 199
En este episodio, aprendemos 14 formas diferentes de despedirte de alguien en Cuba. 🇨🇺 Kelly nos habla de por qué los cubanos se despiden de estas formas y también cómo puedes pedirle a alguien que se vaya. En este episodio a...
April 23, 2024
Language Coaching for Spanish Fluency with Maribel Zapata ♫ 196
En este episodio, hablamos sobre cómo puedes ir de estudiante de español a hablante de español. 🗣💬 Conversamos con Maribel sobre las mejores maneras de mejorar tu fluidez en español de manera divertida y efectiva . ✅ En este ...
April 16, 2024
How to Understand Spanish Accents: A Conversation with Maribel Zapata ♫ 195
En este episodio, Maribel nos comparte sus experiencias viajando por Sudamérica y descubriendo los diferentes acentos que existen. 🌎 También nos dice qué hacer cuando no entendemos lo que dice alguien en español. 🤔 En este ep...
April 9, 2024
Learn Cuban Spanish with Music: Cuba Isla Bella by Orishas ♫ 194
En este episodio, Kelly nos enseña una canción muy enérgica sobre la identidad cubana. 🇨🇺 Cuba Isla Bella de Orishas tiene diferentes géneros musicales 🎶 y habla de que aunque estés en otro país, tú siempre serás cubano. 🌎 En...
April 1, 2024
Creciendo en Cuba: Una Conversación con Kelly Delgado ♫ 193
In this episode we meet Kelly, a new member of the Spanish con Salsa team, who tells us how she learned English and stories about her country. 🗣🌍 She also tells us about the reality of Cuba and how she managed to move to anot...
Jan. 30, 2024
15 Must-Know Spanish Phrases for Phone and Zoom Calls ♫ 190
In this episode, we're zooming into the virtual world of communication! 🗨 Whether you've been navigating Zoom calls for work, catching up with friends, or taking online Spanish lessons, we've got some spicy tips to help you s...