Episode 66 Conversación: Las diferencias entre Colombia y Venezuela [Nivel intermedio] In this episode, we’re going to listen to a conversation between Laura (from Colombia) and Lino (from Venezuela). They talk about the differences between the culture, food, and life in the 2 countries. This conversation comes from our friends at Español en 3000. Listen…
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Episode 65: What is the Difference Between Spanish in Latin America vs. Spain?
Episode 65 What is the Difference Between Spanish in Latin America vs. Spain? In this episode, we’re going to explore the differences between how Spanish is spoken in Spain and Latin America. Learn the pronunciation and vocabulary differences in this conversation with Carlos (from Colombia) and Xavi (from Barcelona). Get the full transcript of their…
Episode 64: Aprende español con la música: pronombres posesivos con el tema musical de Narcos
Episode 64 Aprende español con la música: pronombres posesivos con el tema musical de Narcos If you’re stuck in the house, now is the perfect time to improve your Spanish. After you binge watch some Spanish-language shows on Netflix, check out this week’s episode of the podcast where I break down the lyrics to one…
Episode 63: 3 Spanish Immersion Mini-Missions You Can Try at Home
Episode 63 3 Spanish Immersion Mini-Missions You Can Try at Home Do you want to immerse your Spanish but you’re afraid to travel because of the COVID-19 corona virus? Or maybe your budget and schedule just don’t allow for a 3-month full immersion trip to Latin America right now. In this episode, I’ll give you…
Episode 62: What Should I Do When I Feel Stuck with My Spanish Progress? [Q&A]
Episode 62 What Should I Do When I Feel Stuck with My Spanish Progress? [Q&A] Are you stuck in a rut with your language learning? Not sure what to do next? In this episode, I give 4 steps to get unstuck and start making real progress towards Spanish fluency. Related Links: Bachata Paradise Episode 52:…
Episode 61: Learn Spanish through Immersion (Interview with Jessica Taylor, For the Love of Bachata)
Episode 61 Learn Spanish through Immersion Interview with Jessica Taylor, For the Love of Bachata Do you have to move to a Spanish-speaking country to achieve Spanish fluency? In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Taylor, widely known as DJ Tay, who shares how immersion helped her improve her conversational Spanish fluency beyond formal…
Episode 60: Learn Spanish with Reggaeton Music [Corazón]
Episode 60 Learn Spanish with Reggaeton Music: Corazón Song Breakdown with Desta Haile, Languages through Music In this episode, we’re translating the lyrics to a bilingual reggaeton hit with Desta Haile from Languages through Music. We give you a breakdown of the meaning of the song Corazón by Maluma featuring Brazilian artist Nego do Borel. …
Episode 59: Effective Language Learning Habits and Venezuelan Spanish
Episode 59 Effective Language Learning Habits and Venezuelan Spanish Interview with Mari Polyglot In this episode, I interview polyglot Mari Salvestrini. Mari is originally from Venezuela and speaks Spanish, English, Dutch, Portuguese, Italian, and German. In our conversation, Mari shares her advice for creating effective habits for language learning and enjoy the learning process. She…
Episode 58: Learn Spanish with Bachata Music [Vocales de Amor]
Episode 58 Learn Spanish with Bachata Music Vocales de amor In this episode, we’ll be reviewing the lyrics of one of my favorite bachata songs by Joan Soriano: Vocales de amor (Vowels of Love). Learn how reflexive verbs are used in Spanish and the differences between the present continuous in both languages. Full song with…
Episode 57: Learn Spanish with Merengue Music [Tu sonrisa]
Episode 57 Learn Spanish with Merengue Music Tu sonrisa Learn how to use verbs like gustar and other Spanish expressions from the lyrics to the song Tu sonrisa by Elvis Crespo. You’ll also learn about a different genre of Latin music from the Caribbean Full song with lyrics & translation Vocabulary Review