🎙️Episodes - Page 10 | Learn Spanish con Salsa

April 28, 2020

5 Quick Tips to Reboot Your Spanish Study Routine ♫ 70

Have you been feeling that your motivation is decreasing recently? Maybe you feel as if your study routine has turned completely upside down these days and that makes you feel... bored. There's nothing to worry about. It is t...

April 21, 2020

10 Tricky False Friends Every Spanish Learner Should Know ♫ 69

Have you ever read or listened to a word in Spanish that sounds or seems really similar to a word in English? Have you also wondered if that word means actually the same thing in both languages? Well, sometimes they do, but s...

April 14, 2020

Learn Spanish and Travel the World (Interview with Jim & May, Spanish and Go) ♫ 68

In this episode, I interview Jim and May from Spanish and Go. We talk about how they met, why they started Spanish and Go, and how they're adjusting to life since they moved to Puerto Rico. They also talk about the difference...

April 7, 2020

Aprende español con la música [Bajo la tormenta] ♫ 67

Let's learn Spanish with an uplifting salsa song by Salsa Giants called Bajo la tormenta (Under the Storm). We'll explore how to use el que in Spanish with the letra (lyrics) from the song's chorus. I'll also give a few phra...

March 31, 2020

Conversación: Las diferencias entre Colombia y Venezuela [Nivel intermedio] ♫ 66

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...

March 24, 2020

What is the Difference Between Spanish in Latin America vs. Spain? ♫ 65

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 (f...

March 17, 2020

Aprende español con el tema musical de Narcos ♫ 64

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 of...

March 10, 2020

3 Spanish Immersion Mini-Missions You Can Try at Home ♫ 63

Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/63 Links Mentioned in this Episode: Cocina Dominicana (Dominican Kitchen): Bilingual Latin American Recipes Recipes: Sancocho Vegano , Sancocho Dominicano de Siete Carnes > LEA...

March 3, 2020

[Q&A] What Should I Do When I Feel Stuck with My Spanish Progress? ♫ 62

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 (Save with...

Feb. 25, 2020

Episode 61: Learn Spanish through Immersion (Interview with Jessica Taylor, For the Love of Bachata) ♫ 61

Do you have to move to a Spanish-speaking country to achieve 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 be...

Feb. 18, 2020

Learn Spanish with Reggaeton Music [Corazón] ♫ 60

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 d...

Feb. 12, 2020

Effective Language Learning Habits and Venezuelan Spanish (Interview with Mari Polyglot) ♫ 59

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 effecti...

Feb. 4, 2020

Learn Spanish with Bachata Music [Vocales de amor] ♫ 58

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 cont...

Jan. 28, 2020

Learn Spanish with Merengue Music [Tu sonrisa] ♫ 57

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. Show Notes: http://www.lear...

Jan. 21, 2020

Learn Spanish with Salsa Music [Todo tiene su final] ♫ 56

In this episode, I'm sharing the lyrics to one of my favorite salsa songs: Todo tiene su final by Hector Lavoe and Willie Colón. You'll learn new vocabulary from the song lyrics and how to use possessives in Spanish. Enjoy! S...

Jan. 14, 2020

The Top 7 Funniest Stories of 2019 [One Year Anniversary Episode!] ♫ 55

It's our anniversary! And to celebrate, we're sharing the 7 funniest moments from the show in 2019. Show Notes: http://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/55 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW < Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Le...

Jan. 7, 2020

[Q&A] How Do I Think in Spanish and Stop Translating in My Head? ♫ 54

In this episode, I'm answering a listener question about how to think in Spanish and stop translating in your head . I also give advice on how to find people to practice Spanish with and share some resources to learn Dominica...

Jan. 5, 2020

[Q&A] Help! I'm Married to a Native Spanish Speaker ♫ 53

In this episode, I'm answering a listener question about how to pick the right approach and resources for you to learn Spanish. I also address how to keep up with conversations and improve your Spanish fluency when you're in ...

Dec. 31, 2019

La manera más fácil de aprender la gramática (The Easiest Way to Learn Spanish Grammar) ♫ 52

In this final episode of the goal-setting series, we’re going to tackle the topic of grammar. I know Spanish grammar can be very confusing. Although it might be complicated, there is a way to master Spanish grammar easily wi...

Dec. 24, 2019

El atajo para mejorar tu comprensión auditiva (The Shortcut to Improve Your Listening Comprehension) ♫ 51

Most Spanish learners struggle with listening comprehension. It can be so difficult that it leaves them feeling frustrated and hopeless. If you’re going to overcome this problem, you need a plan that works. Put these steps...

Dec. 17, 2019

Cómo convertirse en un maestro de conversación (How to Become a Master Conversationalist) ♫ 50

Have you spent a considerable amount of time studying Spanish but you're still not confident in your ability to speak Spanish? Does the idea of having a conversation with a native speaker give you anxiety, and you're not sur...

Dec. 10, 2019

La forma correcta de aprender vocabulario nuevo (The Right Way to Learn New Vocabulary) ♫ 49

The New Year is right around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about rebooting your Spanish goals. In part 2 of our Spanish language goal-setting series, I’ll show you exactly how to set goals to increase your Span...

Dec. 3, 2019

Cómo establecer metas efectivas de aprendizaje de español (How to Set Effective Spanish Learning Goals) ♫ 48

El nuevo año se nos viene encima, y durante estos días hay muchas personas que piensan en el establecimiento de sus metas. En este episodio, empezamos con una serie de ese tema para ayudarles a establecer metas de su estudio ...

Nov. 26, 2019

Dominican Spanish Dialogue: Introducing a New Friend ♫ 47

In this episode we'll review a dialogue from the Dominican Spanish 101 course. Maria introduces her friend Christian to her friend Lucia on the beach. View the full transcript and translation of this dialogue on the show n...