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…
Pura Vida: 19 Costa Rican Spanish Phrases You Must Know Before You Visit
Costa Rica, like many other countries, is rich in expressions or idioms. Costa Ricans are colloquially called “ticos” because of their frequent use of the diminutive ending -ico. Colloquial expressions characteristic of Costa Rica, or tiquismos, are used frequently in the country. Pachuquismos, on the other hand, are street Spanish expressions that can be considered…
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
Episode 56: Learn Spanish with Salsa Music [Todo tiene su final]
Episode 56 Episode 56: Learn Spanish with Salsa Music Todo tiene su final 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! Vocabulary Review
Episode 55: The Top 7 Funniest Stories of 2019 [One Year Anniversary Episode!]
Episode 55 The Top 7 Funniest Stories of 2019 [One Year Anniversary Episode!] In this episode, we share this funniest stories from the podcast over the past year. Thanks for listening and subscribing to the show! We hope to continue bringing you more valuable content in the years to come.
Episode 54: How Do I Think in Spanish and Stop Translating in My Head?
Episode 54 Q&A: How Do I Think in Spanish and Stop Translating in My Head? 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 Dominican Spanish. Links & Resources Sign up for the Speak Spanish Now…
Episode 53: [Q&A] Help! I’m Married to a Native Spanish Speaker
Episode 53 Q&A: Help! I’m Married to a Native Spanish Speaker 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 a relationship with a native…
Episode 52: La manera más fácil de aprender la gramática
Episode 52 La manera más fácil de aprender la gramática The Easiest Way to Learn Spanish Grammar 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…
Episode 51: El atajo para mejorar tu comprensión auditiva
Episode 51 El atajo para mejorar tu comprensión auditiva The Shortcut to Improve Your Listening Comprehension This episode is provided in both Spanish and English 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…
Episode 50: Cómo convertirse en un maestro de conversación
Episode 50 Cómo convertirse en un maestro de conversación How to Become a Master Conversationalist This episode is provided in both Spanish and English 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…