🎙️Episodes
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…
June 17, 2025
Learn Spanish with Bachata: Llévame Contigo by Romeo Santos ♫ 227
In this episode, we’re breaking down the lyrics to the bachata classic "Llévame Contigo" by the one and only Romeo Santos. If you've ever wanted to expand your vocabulary with phrases you'll actually use (instead of just singing along to your favorite songs in the shower 🚿🎶), this episode is for yo…
June 10, 2025
5 Everyday Spanish Phrases from “Baile Inolvidable” by Bad Bunny ♫ 226
Bad Bunny steps away from his typical reggaetón style with his new salsa song “Baile Inolvidable.” In this episode, we'll breakdown the lyrics so you can turn one of your favorite songs into confident Spanish conversations. Y...
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June 3, 2025
Bachata: la música y el baile ♫ 164 [ENCORE]
In this episode, Kesia from the Spanish con Salsa team shares the history of bachata music in the Dominican Republic. We discuss the different styles of bachata dance and the genre’s most popular artists. En este episodio, Ke...
May 27, 2025
How to Express Regret in Spanish with the Perfect Tenses ♫ 225
Ever found yourself wishing you could’ve said something better—in Spanish? 👀 In this episode of the Learn Spanish con Salsa podcast, we’re throwing it back to Episode 223 where we covered Karol G’s hit song “Si Te Hubiera Conocido.” Now we’re digging into the grammar behind the feels 😭 — so you can…
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 …
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...
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April 15, 2025
How to Stay Motivated and Make Consistent Progress with Spanish ♫ 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...
April 8, 2025
Learn Spanish with Music: Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido ♫ 223
In this episode, we’re breaking down the lyrics to "Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido" by Colombian reggaetonera Karol G. This upbeat song with 🏝️ Caribbean flavor isn’t just catchy—it's full of Spanish grammar you probably didn't...
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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 25, 2025
Learn Spanish with Music: Échame la culpa ♫ 222
In this episode, I’m reviewing the lyrics of Échame la Culpa by Luis Fonsi and Demi Lovato. We’ll go line by line, translate the lyrics, and highlight key Spanish grammar and vocabulary you can use in daily conversations. Her...
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...
Dec. 10, 2024
What's It Like to Be an Expat in Colombia? (Interview with Jamarr Black, Part 2) ♫ 102
Can you imagine living on only $300 USD/month? That's exactly what Jamarr Black did when he first moved to Cali, Colombia. In part 2 of our conversation, Jamarr shares how much money you need to live comfortably in Cali--incl...
Dec. 4, 2024
Spanish Language Immersion in Colombia (Interview with Jamarr Black, Part 1) ♫ 101
Every thought about leaving behind your life in the US an moving abroad? In my interview with Jamarr Black, he shares why he decided to leave his job as a technical writer in Washington, DC to move to Cali, Colombia and how h...
Nov. 19, 2024
The Black Expat: Creating a New Life in Spain 🇪🇸 Pt. I (Interview with Kai Cesaire, Kai's Foreign Adventures) ♫ 95
Do you dream about leaving everything behind and moving to a Spanish-speaking country? 💼 If you're thinking about taking the leap, then you'll want to hear Kai Cesaire's story. Kai runs a YouTube channel called Kai's Foreign ...
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Nov. 12, 2024
Learn Conversational Spanish with Music [Siembra] ♫ 217
In this episode, we’re reviewing the lyrics to Siembra by Panamanian singer and songwriter Rubén Blades and Puerto Rican singer and trombonist Willie Colón. You'll learn the song lyrics with the meaning and English translatio...
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. 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...
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...