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No More Awkward Pauses: 10 Spanish Phrases to Keep Conversations Flowing ♫ 240
April 21, 2026

No More Awkward Pauses: 10 Spanish Phrases to Keep Conversations Flowing ♫ 240

You're in the middle of a Spanish conversation, everything is going great, and suddenly... your mind goes completely blank. 😳 Before you freeze up or sound like a textbook by saying '¿Puede repetir, por favor?', listen up! In this episode, I'm going to give you 10 Spanish phrases native speakers ac…
What is Your Language Learning Type? ♫ 134 [ENCORE]
March 24, 2026

What is Your Language Learning Type? ♫ 134 [ENCORE]

What type of language learner are you? The type of language learner you are will influence how quickly you reach Spanish fluency. I will help you improve your Spanish and accelerate your path to fluency by helping you identif...
What Type of Spanish Should You Learn? (Part 2) ♫ [ENCORE]
Feb. 17, 2026

What Type of Spanish Should You Learn? (Part 2) ♫ [ENCORE]

How do you decide what type of Spanish to learn? In this episode, I'll go over some key questions you should ask yourself to pick a type of Spanish. I also explain how to get started if you're not sure what's the best type of Spanish for you to learn. Then, I give you some practical tips you can im…
What Type of Spanish Should You Learn? (Part 1) ♫ 42 [ENCORE]
Feb. 10, 2026

What Type of Spanish Should You Learn? (Part 1) ♫ 42 [ENCORE]

Do you know what type of Spanish you should learn? This is one of the most common questions I get asked. Should you learn Spanish from Spain or Mexican Spanish? What are the differences between different types of Spanish? I'...
The 5 Stages of Conversational Fluency ♫ 236
Jan. 7, 2026

The 5 Stages of Conversational Fluency ♫ 236

In this episode, we break down the 5 stages of Spanish Conversational Fluency. Listen to find out what your true fluency level is, not a letter score based on a grammar quiz. If you want to take your Spanish to the next lev...
3 Ways to Improve Your Spanish Listening Skills ♫ 167 [ENCORE]
July 29, 2025

3 Ways to Improve Your Spanish Listening Skills ♫ 167 [ENCORE]

The number one reason most Spanish learners don't reach fluency is they can't understand native Spanish speakers. The reason we struggle with listening comprehension is because we go about it the wrong way from the beginning. In this episode, we'll share 3 simple ways you can improve your Spanish l…
The Secret to Speaking Spanish Confidently (Interview with Brittany Jones) ♫ 224
May 6, 2025

The Secret to Speaking Spanish Confidently (Interview with Brittany Jones) ♫ 224

In this episode, host Tamara Marie talks with Brittany, a passionate educator, all about her journey to Spanish fluency. Despite years of studying Spanish, Brittany felt stuck when it came to real conversations. 😞 Her motivation? To connect better with her students and with Spanish speakers in her …
Can You Get Fluent in 90 Days?
April 19, 2025

Can You Get Fluent in 90 Days?

🗪 Join the Spanish Fluency Club and speak Spanish with confidence! Learn more at >> https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/join ***Doors close this Sunday, April 20*** Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might g...
[Q&A] How Do I Stop Forgetting Words in Spanish Conversations? ♫ 220
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...
[Q&A] How Do I Fix My Vocabulary Gaps to Keep Conversations Flowing?
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 ...
Q&A: How Can I Learn Spanish with Menopause Brain Fog? ♫ 215
Oct. 29, 2024

Q&A: How Can I Learn Spanish with Menopause Brain Fog? ♫ 215

In this special Q&A episode of Learn Spanish con Salsa , Tamara Marie responds to a listener question from Jude, who’s facing the challenge of brain fog due to menopause while trying to learn Spanish. If you’ve ever struggled...
The 5 Actions that Guarantee Spanish Fluency ♫ 210
Sept. 10, 2024

The 5 Actions that Guarantee Spanish Fluency ♫ 210

Do you struggle with making CONSISTENT progress with your Spanish? In this episode, I break down the 5 Cs of consistency—the simple actions that, when done regularly, will lead you to Spanish fluency. If you’ve been strugglin...
The 5 Myths Keeping You from Spanish Fluency ♫ 209
Sept. 3, 2024

The 5 Myths Keeping You from Spanish Fluency ♫ 209

Are the voices in your head holding you back from becoming fluent in Spanish? In this episode, we're uncovering the 5 biggest myths that could be standing in your way. Spoiler: they're all lies! 🙅🏾 Listen to find out: Which o...
Persistence Pays Off: Cynthia’s Spanish Success Story ♫ 208
Aug. 27, 2024

Persistence Pays Off: Cynthia’s Spanish Success Story ♫ 208

In this episode, Tamara interviews Cynthia, a dedicated member of the Spanish Fluency Club, who shares her journey to becoming fluent in Spanish. She talks about the challenges she’s faced over the years, like dealing with la...
How to Stay Motivated and Make Consistent Progress with Spanish (Interview with Brittany Davis, Winner of the Spanish Con Salsa Members Challenge) ♫ 15 [ENCORE]
Aug. 6, 2024

How to Stay Motivated and Make Consistent Progress with Spanish (Interview with Brittany Davis, Winner of the Spanish Con Salsa Members Challenge) ♫ 15 [ENCORE]

In this episode, we’re talking to a Spanish learner that’s probably a lot like you. Brittany feels a connection with Latino culture, music, and her local community. After downloading numerous apps and stocking up on textboo...
From Beginner to Conversational Fluency in 90 Days (Interview with Ryan Chindavong) ♫ 85 [ENCORE]
July 30, 2024

From Beginner to Conversational Fluency in 90 Days (Interview with Ryan Chindavong) ♫ 85 [ENCORE]

Do you freeze up when talking to a native Spanish speaker? Is it hard to find someone to speak to in Spanish where you live? If you're struggling to reach conversational fluency in Spanish, or feel nervous about talking to na...
What is Your Language Learning Type? ♫ 134 [ENCORE]
July 16, 2024

What is Your Language Learning Type? ♫ 134 [ENCORE]

What type of language learner are you? The type of language learner you are will influence how quickly you reach Spanish fluency. I will help you improve your Spanish and accelerate your path to fluency by helping you identif...
Marla's Bilingual Story: From Puerto Rico to Pro Interpreter ♫ 203
June 25, 2024

Marla's Bilingual Story: From Puerto Rico to Pro Interpreter ♫ 203

In this episode, we get to know Marla Rivera from Puerto Rico, the newest member of our Spanish con Salsa team. Marla talks about how she became a language coach and interpreter, what it was like growing up bilingual in Puert...
Guest: Marla Rivera
Cultura Puertorriqueña: Una Charla con Sherly sobre Idiomas, Música y Tradiciones ♫ 201
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...
Easy Hack to Learn Spanish Past Tense Verbs ♫ 198
May 7, 2024

Easy Hack to Learn Spanish Past Tense Verbs ♫ 198

In this episode we focus on grammar, specifically on one of the easiest past tenses in Spanish to remember . 🧠 We learn how simple it can be to start using this tense in conversations, even if it's not always grammatically pe...
Language Coaching for Spanish Fluency with Maribel Zapata ♫ 196
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 ...
Creciendo en Cuba: Una Conversación con Kelly Delgado ♫ 193
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...
The #1 Secret to Stay Consistent with Your Spanish in 2024 ♫ 140
Jan. 3, 2024

The #1 Secret to Stay Consistent with Your Spanish in 2024 ♫ 140

Do you struggle to stay consistent with learning Spanish each and every day and every week? Do you have times where you start studying, you make a little bit of progress and then you stop again and again? Or have you ever got...
The Power of Community in Language Learning ♫ 136 [ENCORE]
Dec. 26, 2023

The Power of Community in Language Learning ♫ 136 [ENCORE]

Being part of a community can help support us in many aspects of life, and this also applies to reaching your goal of Spanish fluency. In this episode, you'll learn the five key benefits of being a member of a language learni...