🎙️Episodes

March 12, 2024

Learn Colombian Spanish with Reggaeton Music: Qué Pena by Maluma feat. J Balvin ♫ 192

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 …

Guest: Maribel Zapata

March 5, 2024

Conversation Hacks for When You Don't Understand Native Speakers ♫ 159 [ENCORE]

Have you ever been in a conversation with a native Spanish speaker and you have NO IDEA what they said to you? Then you ended up freezing up and looking completely lost with a blank stare on your face? If this has ever happe…

Feb. 20, 2024

Learn Spanish Adjectives with Music: Las Caras Lindas ♫ 191

In this episode, host Tamara Marie dives into the song “Las 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-Lati…

Feb. 13, 2024

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

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. In our c…

Feb. 6, 2024

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

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 D…

Jan. 30, 2024

15 Must-Know Spanish Phrases for Phone and Zoom Calls ♫ 190

In this episode, we're zooming into the virtual world of communication! 🗨 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 …

Jan. 23, 2024

Texting in Spanish: 14 Phrases to Make You Sound Like a Native ♫ 189

Have you ever wondered how a casual text conversation looks in Spanish? Or maybe you've received a text from a Spanish-speaking friend and found yourself puzzled by some abbreviations or slang? ¡No te preocupes! (no worries!…

Jan. 16, 2024

Español de Nicaragua vs. República Dominicana ♫ 188

Do you ever get confused with all the differences in the Spanish language from country to country? In this episode, host Tamara Marie is joined by language coaches Kesia Sosa from the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 and Jael Torrez fr…

Guests: Jael Tórrez , Kesia Sosa

Jan. 9, 2024

Reflejos de 2023: Una conversación con Kesia Sosa y Jael Torrez ♫ 187

In this episode, host Tamara Marie is joined by Language Coaches Kesia Sosa and Jael Torrez. They reflect on the best movies, music, and surprises from the year 2023, and discuss plans and goals for the upcoming year. Do yo…

Guests: Jael Tórrez , Kesia Sosa

Jan. 3, 2024

The #1 Secret to Stay Consistent with Your Spanish in 2024 ♫ 140

Do you struggle to stay consistent with learning Spanish each and every day and every week? Do you have times where you start studying, you make a little bit of progress and then you stop again and again? Or have you ever go…

Dec. 26, 2023

The Power of Community in Language Learning ♫ 136 [ENCORE]

Being part of a community can help support us in many aspects of life, and this also applies to reaching your goal of Spanish fluency. In this episode, you'll learn the five key benefits of being a member of a language learn…

Dec. 19, 2023

What is Your Language Learning Type? ♫ 134 [ENCORE]

What type of language learner are you? The type of language learner you are will influence how quickly you reach Spanish fluency. I will help you improve your Spanish and accelerate your path to fluency by helping you identi…

Dec. 12, 2023

Expand your Spanish Vocabulary with Music [El Jefe] ♫ 186

In this episode, we'll review the song El Jefe by Colombian artist Shakira in collaboration with Mexican group Fuerza Regida. Through the lyrics you'll learn Spanish phrases you can use in conversation to express things you …

Dec. 5, 2023

Learn the Spanish Future Tense with Music [Llorarás] ♫ 97 [ENCORE]

Learn how to use the future tense in Spanish with the salsa song Llorarás by Oscar D'Leon. We'll also review some common phrases in the future tense from the song lyrics, and an opportunity for how you can take your Spanish …

Nov. 28, 2023

5 Questions You Should Know How to Answer in Spanish ♫ 147 [ENCORE]

Do you want to become conversationally fluent, but you still hesitate when you're asked basic questions in Spanish? In this episode, I'll share 5 questions you absolutely must know how to answer in Spanish. Listen to this ep…

Nov. 21, 2023

5 Quick Tips to Reboot Your Spanish Study Routine ♫ 70 [ENCORE]

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 …

Nov. 14, 2023

There's No Perfect Time to Get Fluent [A Conversation with Phillip Hargrove] ♫ 185

If you're looking for the right time to dedicate to achieving Spanish fluency, you need to hear Phillip Hargrove's story. In this episode, he explains why he decided to take the leap on coaching and how the program's persona…

Nov. 7, 2023

Is Stress Killing Your Language Learning Goals? ♫ 141 [ENCORE]

What stresses you out the most about speaking Spanish? Is being stressed out keeping you from achieving fluency? In this episode, I give you 3 tips to combat stress so it doesn't hinder your progress. If you implement at lea…

Oct. 31, 2023

Exploring Colombia's African Roots from Cartagena to Palenque with Kim Haas ♫ 184

Afro-Latino Travels with Kim Haas is known for showcasing the Afro-Latino communities throughout Latin America and their rich and diverse legacy of creating vibrant cultures. In this interview with Kim Haas, Executive Produc…

Oct. 19, 2023

Immerse Yourself in Latin Music, Dance, and Culture (Interview with Moshe Rasier, Aventura Dance Cruise) ♫ 18

Have you ever wanted to learn how to dance, visit the Dominican Republic, or go to the concert of your favorite Latin music artist? What if I told you that you could do all of the above in one event? Enter Aventura, the wor…

Oct. 17, 2023

Learn Spanish Numbers with Music [Conteo Regresivo] ♫ 146

Almost everyone knows to count from 1 to 10 in Spanish--before they even learned the language. In this episode, we'll review useful vocabulary related to numbers in Spanish with the salsa song Conteo Regresivo by Gilberto Sa…

Oct. 10, 2023

Learn Spanish Grammar with Salsa Music: How to Stop Confusing Indirect Objects & Reflexive Verbs with ♫ 183

If you're learning Spanish, you probably find grammar challenging--especially when it comes to the dozens of verb conjugations. In this episode, you'll learn why most Spanish learners mix up indirect objects with reflexive v…

Oct. 3, 2023

9 Language Learning Strategies for ADHD Adults ♫ 182

In this episode, we will be exploring 9 effective strategies for language learning in adults with ADHD and how each of them can assist individuals with this condition in their learning process. From this episode you'll learn…

Sept. 26, 2023

How to Defeat Your Anxiety and Speak Spanish with Confidence (Interview with Dani Dancing) ♫ 151 [ENCORE]