🎙️Episodes

Aug. 29, 2023

5 Things to Stop Saying in Your Spanish Conversations ♫ 149 [ENCORE]

There are a few things that I used to say all the time when I started learning Spanish. However, with time and practice, I realized they were dead giveaways that I was a newbie. Listen to this episode to find out the 5 things...

Aug. 22, 2023

Exactly What I’d Do If I Was Learning Spanish From Scratch ♫ 148 [ENCORE]

Do you ever question if your current approach to learning Spanish is really working? What should you focus on first? What should you learn next? How do you know when to move on to the next thing? In this episode, I share the ...

Aug. 15, 2023

Así se habla en La Habana: Una conversación sobre el español de Cuba con Gabriela ♫ 181

In this conversation with Gabriela from la Habana, Cuba we discuss some of the most common phrases that you might hear if you're visiting the island 🇨🇺 From this episode you'll learn: The difference between Cuban Spanish and ...

Aug. 8, 2023

Learn Dominican Spanish with Music [Lejos de ti by Chiquito Team Band] ♫ 180

In this episode, we'll explore different Dominican Spanish expressions from the salsa song 'Lejos de ti' by Chiquito Team Band. From this episode you'll learn: How to refer to something you haven't done in a while Different w...

Aug. 1, 2023

Learn Colombian Spanish with Music [En Barranquilla Me Quedo] ♫ 179

In this episode, we'll explore different Spanish expressions and phrases from the song En Barranquilla Me Quedo by Colombian singer Joe Arroyo. From this episode you'll learn: The Spanish spoken on the Caribbean coast of Colo...

July 25, 2023

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) . You'll learn: how reflexive verbs are used in Spanish 🔁 the differences between the presen...

July 11, 2023

Learn Venezuelan Spanish with Music [Me Tengo Que Ir] ♫ 178

In this episode, we'll discuss the lyrics of the song 'Me Tengo Que Ir' by the Venezuelan salsa group Los Adolescentes, very popular in the '90s Learn words and phrases you can use in your daily conversations with the lyrics ...

July 4, 2023

Learn Spanish Verbs with Music: Tu amor me hace bien ♫ 133 [ENCORE]

We're breaking down the lyrics to the song Tu amor me hace bien by singer Marc Anthony. I'm going to share some expressions with the verb hacer . Learn different ways to use the verb hacer , and how to use it in conversations...

June 27, 2023

11 Caribbean Spanish Words You'll Hear in Venezuela ♫ 177

In this episode, we'll explore 11 words you'll commonly hear in the largest island of Venezuela, la Isla de Margarita (Caribbean's Pearl) In this conversation with Mariana, currently living on Margarita, we'll discuss the mus...

June 20, 2023

Exploring Caribbean Spanish from Santo Domingo to Havana ♫ 176

In this episode, we'll explore the diversity of Caribbean Spanish, diving into the rich history and cultural influences that shaped the language spoken in this region. Discover the countries that you didn't know also take an ...

June 13, 2023

Can You Use Chat GPT to Learn Caribbean Spanish? ♫ 175

In this episode, we discuss the potential of Chat GPT to help you learn Caribbean Spanish. We discuss its benefits and limitations, including: How Chat GPT can strengthen your Spanish foundation, expand vocabulary, and improv...

June 6, 2023

10 Unique Puerto Rican Spanish Words and Expressions ♫ 174

In this episode, we dive into Puerto Rican Spanish 🇵🇷 words and phrases from "mona" to "chincorrear," we explore the meanings and contexts of each word or phrase. 🤓 Don't forget to check out our Puerto Rican Spanish 101 phras...

May 30, 2023

Learn Spanish with Bachata Music [Corazón Culpable] ♫ 173

In this episode, I’ll be going through the lyrics of the song Corazón Culpable, by Dominican singer Anthony Santos. You’ll learn common Spanish phrases you can use in your daily conversations with this fun bachata song. Do yo...

May 16, 2023

Learn Spanish Verbs with Music [Deja Vu] ♫ 172

In this episode, we’ll explore some common Spanish verbs and colloquialisms used in the song Déjà Vu by Prince Royce and Shakira. You’ll learn how to use the verbs: Abrir (To open) Engatusar (To deceive) Volverse (To return) ...

May 9, 2023

Aprende español con la música: Cómo expresar deseos con el subjuntivo [ENCORE] ♫ 13

Aprender cómo se usa el subjuntivo en español para expresar deseos. Vamos a ver ejemplos de la canción "Ojalá que llueva café" por Juan Luis Guerra. Escucha Ojalá que llueva café Ve a learnspanishconsalsa.com/13 para los apu...

May 2, 2023

Busy Nurse & Mom Learns Spanish at Age 40: Interview with Kimberly Winfrey ♫ 171

Do you think you don't have any time to learn Spanish? Spanish Fluency Club member Kimberly Winfrey shares how she juggles work, family life, and her passion for language learning. I'm sure our conversation will give you help...

April 25, 2023

The 5 Reasons You're Not Fluent in Spanish ♫ 170

Have you been learning Spanish but still don't feel confident speaking the language? If this is you, then there's really only 5 reasons you haven't become fluent in Spanish yet. In this episode, I break down *exactly* what's ...

April 18, 2023

10 Spanish Phrases You'll Hear in Conversation ♫ 169

In every language, there are phrases that native speakers use that don't necessarily translate word-for-word. In this episode of the podcast, we'll share 10 conversational phrases that you'll probably hear when you're speakin...

April 11, 2023

Perfect Your Spanish Listening Comprehension: An Interview with Celia Cruz ♫ 168

A lot of the time when we're reviewing courses and content for Spanish learners we often encounter Spanish very different from what's spoken in the real world. In this episode, we're bringing an exercise for you to practice. ...

March 21, 2023

3 Ways to Improve Your Spanish Listening Skills ♫ 167

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...

March 14, 2023

Learn Spanish with Vallenato Music [La Bicicleta] ♫ 166

In this episode, we’ll explore some common Spanish expressions used in the song La bicicleta by Colombian artists Shakira and Carlos Vives. You’ll learn: How to refer to things have been happening for a while or that happened...

March 7, 2023

Learn Spanish with Merengue Music [Toma mi Vida] ♫ 165

In honor of women's history month, we'll share songs from the best female singers throughout Latin America. In this episode, we'll review the lyrics of the song ‘Toma mi vida' by the Dominican singer Milly Quezada, La reina (...

March 1, 2023

Celebrando el Día de la Independencia Dominicana ♫ 112 [REPLAY]

En este episodio, regresa Kesia Sosa para compartirnos como se celebra el día de la independencia en la República Dominicana. Ella explica un poquito sobre la historia de República Dominicana y la relación complicada entre...

Guest: Kesia Sosa

Feb. 21, 2023

Bachata: la música y el baile ♫ 164

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...