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Learn Colombian Spanish with Reggaeton Music: QuΓ© Pena by Maluma feat. J Balvin β™« 192

Tue, 12 Mar 2024

In this episode we take a look at the lyrics of the reggaeton song Qué Pena by Maluma and J Balvin, very famous Colombian singers. 🎀

We talk about the two different ways to say to know in Spanish and how we use it depending on the situation.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • How to use the verbs saber vs. conocer – and a quick way to know when to use which one πŸ€”
  • A Spanish expression you can use to explain you are familiar with something πŸ’‘
  • A word used to describe women in Colombia πŸ‡¨πŸ‡΄ (and why you might not want to repeat it πŸ™Š)

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? πŸ˜–

Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listening skills.  Past attendees have gone from understanding 30% to 80% of spoken Spanish in under 30 minutes.

Get access to the Spanish Listening Skills Masterclass >> spanishconsalsa.com/listen

We're celebrating Black History Month by featuring stories of Black Americans who decided to move abroad.  We bring you their stories in our Black Expat Series. 

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Learn Spanish Adjectives with Music: Las Caras Lindas β™« 191

Tue, 20 Feb 2024

In this episode, host Tamara Marie dives into the song β€œLas Caras Lindas” 🎢 by Ismael Rivera, a renowned salsa singer from Puerto Rico. Against the backdrop of Black History Month, we delve into the significance of Afro-Latino culture in Latin America, particularly Puerto Rico.

Through dissecting the lyrics of the song and giving you a taste of the language, you will gain a deeper understanding of the rich history, language, and cultural nuances present in Afro-Latino music.

From this podcast you will

  • Dive into the world of Afro-Latino culture through the lens of salsa music. πŸ‡΅πŸ‡·
  • Explore the significance of language and cultural representation in Puerto Rican music and history. πŸ’ƒ
  • Explore the real talk behind gender and adjective agreements in Spanish through an engaging analysis of song lyrics. 🎀

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

Song Featured in this Episode

Las Caras Lindas by Ismael Rivera

Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? πŸ˜–

Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listening skills.  Past attendees have gone from understanding 30% to 80% of spoken Spanish in under 30 minutes.

Get access to the Spanish Listening Skills Masterclass >> spanishconsalsa.com/listen

We're celebrating Black History Month by featuring stories of Black Americans who decided to move abroad.  We bring you their stories in our Black Expat Series. 

Check it out now at learnspanishconsalsa.com/blackexpats

Support the show

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The Black Expat: City Life in Mexico (Interview with Adalia Aborisade) β™« 113 [ENCORE]

Tue, 13 Feb 2024

Adalia Aborisade is not your typical expat. She left the US in 2016 and moved with her daughter and dog to Honduras. She has since settled in Mexico City, opting to retire to city life instead of white sand beaches.Β 

In our conversation, Adalia shares her experiences living abroad while Black, including:

βœ”οΈ what happened when she had to interact with the police in Mexico City

βœ”οΈ how to have a realistic expectation for job opportunities, andΒ 

βœ”οΈ the real cost of a comfortable life for expats in Mexico

Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/113

Listen to The Black Expat Series πŸ”΄βš«πŸŸ’
https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/blackexpats

Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? πŸ˜–

Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listening skills.  Past attendees have gone from understanding 30% to 80% of spoken Spanish in under 30 minutes.

Get access to the Spanish Listening Skills Masterclass >> spanishconsalsa.com/listen

We're celebrating Black History Month by featuring stories of Black Americans who decided to move abroad.  We bring you their stories in our Black Expat Series. 

Check it out now at learnspanishconsalsa.com/blackexpats

Support the show

> LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here)

Let us know how we're doing por favor! πŸ™πŸ½

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How to Conquer Your Fear of Speaking Spanish: Dani's Story β™« 151 [ENCORE]

Tue, 06 Feb 2024

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 Dani Dancing -- a Spanish learner like you who was able to shed her fear of speaking Spanish and get more comfortable having conversations.

She shares how she was able to conquer her anxiety when talking to native Spanish speakers, and how she found a better way to approach the language by setting effective goals after she joined the Spanish Fluency Club.

Listen to find out how you can develop your own plan of action to speak more Spanish without being anxious.

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15 Must-Know Spanish Phrases for Phone and Zoom Calls β™« 190

Tue, 30 Jan 2024

In this episode, we're zooming into the virtual world of communication! πŸ—¨

Whether you've been navigating Zoom calls for work, catching up with friends, or taking online Spanish lessons, we've got some spicy tips to help you sound more like a native speaker.Β 

You'll learn the following:

  • How to check in with your conversation partner if you can't hear them, need them to unmute, or want them to repeat something. πŸ”ŠπŸ‘‚
  • The best way to handle tech issues by learning now native Spanish speakers say your screen is frozen, you have a bad connection, and the oft-repeated Can you see my screen? --especially when sharing presentations or visuals without leaving anyone in the dark. πŸ’»πŸ”§
  • What to say when you need to step away briefly or just need a moment to gather your thoughts, you'll learn how to pause the conversation politely in Spanish⏳

Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? πŸ˜–

Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listening skills.  Past attendees have gone from understanding 30% to 80% of spoken Spanish in under 30 minutes.

Get access to the Spanish Listening Skills Masterclass >> spanishconsalsa.com/listen

We're celebrating Black History Month by featuring stories of Black Americans who decided to move abroad.  We bring you their stories in our Black Expat Series. 

Check it out now at learnspanishconsalsa.com/blackexpats

Support the show

> LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here)

Let us know how we're doing por favor! πŸ™πŸ½

⭐Leave us a rating & review in iTunes and we just might give you a shout out on a future episode ;)

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