Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish artwork

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish

527 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 63 ratings

Learn Spanish free with music-based Spanish lessons and conversations.  The best way to learn Spanish and become fluent is through immersion in the culture.  Learn to speak Spanish like a native speaker with real-life conversations in Latin American Spanish without boring grammar textbooks.  Whether you're a Spanish beginner or intermediate Spanish learner, you'll learn Spanish quickly listening to this podcast. Learning Spanish for adults can be fun, so let us help you go from Spanish beginner to bilingual.

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Slow Travel in Ecuador and El Salvador (Part 1)⏵129

June 22, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

Imagine if you could spend 4 months traveling to ALL the countries on your bucket list.  Our guest this week, Melissa Neacato, did just that with her family of four.  Melissa, her husband, and 2 children took a four month 'mini-retirement' that included a road trip, spending one month in Ecuador, and another month in El Salvador.  She decided to take a non-traditional route for her family by embracing minimalism, focusing on paying down debt, and the concept of slow travel.  In our conv...

How to 10X Your Spanish Vocabulary with Audiobooks ♫ 128

June 15, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

Learning new words is undoubtedly the foundation of learning any new language. Expanding your vocabulary enhances your ability to express yourself and understand others. Most language learners tend to rely on reading alone to grow their vocabulary, but this is a mistake that can hinder progress developing other language skills. Listen to this episode and learn the exact steps you should follow if you want to 10X your Spanish vocabulary the right way. Listen to the Episode + Get Show Note...

How to 10X Your Spanish Vocabulary with Audiobooks ⏵128

June 15, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MB

Learning new words is undoubtedly the foundation of learning any new language. Expanding your vocabulary enhances your ability to express yourself and understand others. Most language learners tend to rely on reading alone to grow their vocabulary, but this is a mistake that can hinder progress developing other language skills. Listen to this episode and learn the exact steps you should follow if you want to 10X your Spanish vocabulary the right way. Listen to the Episode + Get Show Note...

3 Things You Should STOP Doing at the Intermediate Level ♫ 127

June 08, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/127 Are you spending most of your time watching telenovelas or racking up points on a language app?  If so, and you're no longer at the beginner level -- then you might be wasting your time.  Listen to this episode to find out the 3 things you should stop doing right now at the intermediate level.  And I'll also tell you why the fact that you scored B2 on an online language quiz might not matter at all. Convers...

3 Things You Should STOP Doing at the Intermediate Level ⏵127

June 08, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/127 Are you spending most of your time watching telenovelas or racking up points on a language app?  If so, and you're no longer at the beginner level -- then you might be wasting your time.  Listen to this episode to find out the 3 things you should stop doing right now at the intermediate level.  And I'll also tell you why the fact that you scored B2 on an online language quiz might not matter at all. Convers...

Learning Spanish through Story (Interview with Olly Richards, StoryLearning) ♫ 126

June 01, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/126 Our guest this week is polyglot Olly Richards. He is a language educator and author from the UK who speaks 8 languages. Olly started a blog called I Will Teach You A Language, and since then he’s developed the StoryLearning®️ method - a new way to learn languages through story.  He has published over 30 books, consulted for major institutions across Europe, and is a regular speaker at international language e...

Learning Spanish through Story (Interview with Olly Richards, StoryLearning) ⏵126

June 01, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/126 Our guest this week is polyglot Olly Richards. He is a language educator and author from the UK who speaks 8 languages. Olly started a blog called I Will Teach You A Language, and since then he’s developed the StoryLearning®️ method - a new way to learn languages through story.  He has published over 30 books, consulted for major institutions across Europe, and is a regular speaker at international language e...

Dancing for a Cause (Interview with Alex Morel and Desiree Godsell) ♫ 125

May 25, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

Listen to the Episode + Learn Spanish Vocabulary for Dancers @ https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/125 Nuestros invitados de este episodio son Alex y Desiree, bailarines profesionales especializados en baile de estilo latino. Se asociaron en 2015 para compartir su pasión con el mundo.  Alex y Desiree se han convertido en la pareja líder que representa a la Bachata Clásica también conocida como Bachata Tradicional o Estilo Dominicano. Además de entrenar y formar a bailarines e instructores...

Dancing for a Cause (Interview with Alex Morel and Desiree Godsell)⏵125

May 25, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Listen to the Episode + Learn Spanish Vocabulary for Dancers @ https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/125 Nuestros invitados de este episodio son Alex y Desiree, bailarines profesionales especializados en baile de estilo latino. Se asociaron en 2015 para compartir su pasión con el mundo.  Alex y Desiree se han convertido en la pareja líder que representa a la Bachata Clásica también conocida como Bachata Tradicional o Estilo Dominicano. Además de entrenar y formar a bailarines e instructores...

The Black Expat: Living in Puerto Rico (Interview with Tennay Davis Porter and Troy Porter)⏵124

May 18, 2021 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

In this episode we continue the Black Expat series with an interview with Tennay Davis Porter and Troy Porter. In our conversation, Tennay and Troy explain how they started traveling and why they decided to move to Puerto Rico. They talk about the cost of living in Puerto Rico, where you can find the best food, and which neighborhoods can live in without spending a lot of money. We also discuss Afro-Latino culture in Puerto Rico and whether or not the island has fully recovered from Hurr...

episode 124

May 18, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes: > Did you like this episode?  We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts!  Just click here to leave a review or go to https://learnspanishconsalsa.com/review > Never miss a new episode! Join our e-mail list and you'll be the first to know when new episodes are released, PLUS get access to exclusive listener discounts + giveaways Connect with us... Follow us on Instagram: @learnspanishconsalsa Join our Facebook Group: https:/...

The Black Expat: Living in Puerto Rico (Interview with Tennay Davis Porter and Troy Porter) ♫ 124

May 18, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

In this episode we continue the Black Expat series with an interview with Tennay Davis Porter and Troy Porter. In our conversation, Tennay and Troy explain how they started traveling and why they decided to move to Puerto Rico. They talk about the cost of living in Puerto Rico, where you can find the best food, and which neighborhoods can live in without spending a lot of money. We also discuss Afro-Latino culture in Puerto Rico and whether or not the island has fully recovered from Hurr...

From 'Obsesión' to 'Una Mentirita' (Interview with Henry Santos) ♫ 123

May 11, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/123 In this episode, our guest is bachata singer Henry Santos. He shares with us the meaning of his new song Una Mentirita and his experience meeting his cousin Romeo Santos and becoming part of the group Aventura. In our conversation, we talk about his career as a solo artist and entrepreneur, the advantages of being bilingual, and his collaboration with Luis Vargas.  Henry shares his favorite song -- and surpris...

From 'Obsesión' to 'Una Mentirita' (Interview with Henry Santos)⏵123

May 11, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/123 In this episode, our guest is bachata singer Henry Santos. He shares with us the meaning of his new song Una Mentirita and his experience meeting his cousin Romeo Santos and becoming part of the group Aventura. In our conversation, we talk about his career as a solo artist and entrepreneur, the advantages of being bilingual, and his collaboration with Luis Vargas.  Henry shares his favorite song -- and surpris...

Learning Mexican Spanish through Culture (Interview with Nayeli Mulato, Zaloa Languages)⏵122

May 04, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MB

En este episodio nuestra invitada es Nayeli Mulatto, ella es mexicana y COO en Zaloa languages.  Ella nos cuenta cómo fue que decidió aprender otros idiomas y a enseñarlos a las personas.Hablamos sobre las principales culturas indígenas de México, las diferentes lenguas y dialectos que se hablan en México e influencia de las culturas indígenas en la lengua que se habla actualmente en el país.  Nos enseña algunas palabras del español mexicano y hablamos sobre el Día de los Muertos y el orig...

Learning Mexican Spanish through Culture (Interview with Nayeli Mulato, Zaloa Languages) ♫ 122

May 04, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

En este episodio nuestra invitada es Nayeli Mulatto, ella es mexicana y COO en Zaloa languages.  Ella nos cuenta cómo fue que decidió aprender otros idiomas y a enseñarlos a las personas.Hablamos sobre las principales culturas indígenas de México, las diferentes lenguas y dialectos que se hablan en México e influencia de las culturas indígenas en la lengua que se habla actualmente en el país.  Nos enseña algunas palabras del español mexicano y hablamos sobre el Día de los Muertos y el orig...

Decoding 'Despacito': An Oral History of Latin Music (Interview with author Leila Cobo, VP at Billboard) ♫ 121

April 27, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Leila Cobo is the author of the book Decoding 'Despacito' and vice president and Latin industry lead at Billboard.  She shares a behind-the-scenes look at some of the biggest Latin hits of the past fifty years, including her favorite stories from artists like Selena, Willie Colón, Juan Luis Guerra, and Shakira! Note: This interview is in English and Spanish.  The Spanish portion of the interview begins at 28:18 Show Notes + Transcript: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/decodingdespacit...

Decoding 'Despacito': An Oral History of Latin Music (Interview with author Leila Cobo, VP at Billboard)⏵121

April 27, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

Leila Cobo is the author of the book Decoding 'Despacito' and vice president and Latin industry lead at Billboard.  She shares a behind-the-scenes look at some of the biggest Latin hits of the past fifty years, including her favorite stories from artists like Selena, Willie Colón, Juan Luis Guerra, and Shakira! Note: This interview is in English and Spanish.  The Spanish portion of the interview begins at 28:18 Show Notes + Transcript: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/decodingdespacit...

Gaining the Confidence to Speak Spanish without Fear of Mistakes (Ryan's Story)

April 23, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

Join the Spanish Con Salsa Fluency Club! Gain the confidence to speak Spanish with native speakers in your first 90 days Get comfortable speaking Spanish in weekly group chats Make consistent progress with expert language coaching  Connect with a community of aspiring bilinguals Join Now (Doors Close April 25) >> https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/join Support the show (https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/support)

How to Stay Consistent with Studying Spanish (Brittany's Story)

April 21, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Join the Spanish Con Salsa Fluency Club! Gain the confidence to speak Spanish with native speakers in your first 90 days Get comfortable speaking Spanish in weekly group chats Make consistent progress with expert language coaching  Connect with a community of aspiring bilinguals Join Now (Doors Close April 25) >> https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/join Support the show (https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/support)

How to Stay Consistent with Studying Spanish⏵ENCORE

April 21, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Join the Spanish Con Salsa Fluency Club! Gain the confidence to speak Spanish with native speakers in your first 90 days Learn with interactive, music-based Spanish courses Get comfortable speaking Spanish in weekly group chats Make consistent progress with expert language coaching  Connect with a community of aspiring bilinguals Join Now (Doors Close April 25) >>> Support the show (https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/support)

The 7 Habits of Effective Language Learners (Interview with Jael Torres and Maribel Zapata)⏵120

April 20, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

Do you feel like you will always be a beginner? Are you afraid to talk to a native Spanish speaker? Or have you been learning Spanish but are still embarrassed to speak it?  In this episode we'll give you some tips to help you overcome those fears and how being consistent will help you become a successful language learner. Jael and Maribel from the Spanish Con Salsa team share the habits they've noticed that turn Spanish learners into successful, confident Spanish speakers. Show Notes: ...

The 7 Habits of Effective Language Learners (Interview with Jael Torres and Maribel Zapata) ♫ 120

April 20, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

Do you feel like you will always be a beginner? Are you afraid to talk to a native Spanish speaker? Or have you been learning Spanish but are still embarrassed to speak it?  In this episode we'll give you some tips to help you overcome those fears and how being consistent will help you become a successful language learner. Jael and Maribel from the Spanish Con Salsa team share the habits they've noticed that turn Spanish learners into successful, confident Spanish speakers. Show Notes: ...

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April 19, 2021 15:00 - 4 minutes - 2.81 MB

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5 Tips to Prepare for Summer Travel to Spanish-Speaking Countries ♫ 119

April 13, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

If you're thinking about traveling to a Spanish-speaking country this summer, I know you'll want to be able to chat with native speakers while you're there. There are specific tactics you can use to help you improve your Spanish so you'll be prepared to chat with the locals. Listen to this episode before you book your next trip abroad. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/119 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here) Let us know how we're doing por favor! Leave us a rating &...

5 Tips to Prepare for Summer Travel to Spanish-Speaking Countries⏵119

April 13, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

If you're thinking about traveling to a Spanish-speaking country this summer, I know you'll want to be able to chat with native speakers while you're there. There are specific tactics you can use to help you improve your Spanish so you'll be prepared to chat with the locals. Listen to this episode before you book your next trip abroad. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/119 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here) Let us know how we're doing por favor! Leave us a rating &...

Learn 3 Ways to Say 'To Have' in Spanish with Timba Music [Me Dicen Cuba]⏵118

April 06, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

In English, we use the verb ‘to have’ in many different ways -- from ‘I have a new job’ to ‘I have been there before’ or ‘I have to go.’  But in Spanish, there’s more than one verb for ‘to have’ -- and in this week’s episode I’m going to share with you 3 different ways to say ‘to have’ in Spanish using a genre of Cuban music that you might not have heard of before.  The featured song for this week's episode is Me Dicen Cuba by Havana D'Primera. Need to refresh your Spanish goals for the s...

Learn 3 Ways to Say 'To Have' in Spanish with Timba Music [Me Dicen Cuba] ♫ 118

April 06, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

In English, we use the verb ‘to have’ in many different ways -- from ‘I have a new job’ to ‘I have been there before’ or ‘I have to go.’  But in Spanish, there’s more than one verb for ‘to have’ -- and in this week’s episode I’m going to share with you 3 different ways to say ‘to have’ in Spanish using a genre of Cuban music that you might not have heard of before.  The featured song for this week's episode is Me Dicen Cuba by Havana D'Primera. Need to refresh your Spanish goals for the s...

10 Palabras españolas que sólo se escuchan en Cuba (Entrevista con Yohenia Irma Mengana: Parte 2)⏵117

March 30, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MB

 En este episodio centramos nuestra conversación en cómo se habla el español en Cuba, que es de donde es Yohenia. Ella nos comparte 10 palabras y expresiones diferentes que son exclusivamente cubanas. In this episode we focus our conversation on how Spanish is spoken in Cuba, which is where Yohenia is from. She shares with us 10 different words and expressions that are exclusively Cuban. Note: This episode is in Spanish. To get a copy of the transcript with English translation, sign up to ...

10 Palabras españolas que sólo se escuchan en Cuba (Entrevista con Yohenia Irma Mengana: Parte 2) ♫ 117

March 30, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

 En este episodio centramos nuestra conversación en cómo se habla el español en Cuba, que es de donde es Yohenia. Ella nos comparte 10 palabras y expresiones diferentes que son exclusivamente cubanas. In this episode we focus our conversation on how Spanish is spoken in Cuba, which is where Yohenia is from. She shares with us 10 different words and expressions that are exclusively Cuban. Note: This episode is in Spanish. To get a copy of the transcript with English translation, sign up to ...

Como Yohenia aprendió a hablar cinco idiomas en Cuba (Entrevista con Yohenia Irma Mengana: Parte 1) ♫ 116

March 23, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Sign up to be a supporter of the show get access to transcripts for all 100+ episodes of the Learn Spanish Con Salsa podcast.   Show your support at https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/support Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/116 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here) Let us know how we're doing por favor! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) >>> Join our list <<< To be notified by email when new episodes...

Como Yohenia aprendió a hablar cinco idiomas en Cuba (Entrevista con Yohenia Irma Mengana: Parte 1)⏵116

March 23, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

Sign up to be a supporter of the show get access to transcripts for all 100+ episodes of the Learn Spanish Con Salsa podcast.   Show your support at https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/support Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/116 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here) Let us know how we're doing por favor! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) >>> Join our list <<< To be notified by email when new episodes...

Language Stories from One Year of Traveling Around Latin America ♫ 115

March 16, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

When Lindsay Williams decided to spend a year traveling throughout Latin America, she had a desire to connect with people and experience the real culture of every country she visited. Driven by a desire to learn the lyrics to her favorite Shakira song, Lindsay learned Spanish and talks about how knowing the language enriched her travel experiences. In our conversation, she shares insights from her journey throughout Latin America. Sign up to be a supporter of the show get access to transcri...

Language Stories from One Year of Traveling Around Latin America⏵115

March 16, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

When Lindsay Williams decided to spend a year traveling throughout Latin America, she had a desire to connect with people and experience the real culture of every country she visited. Driven by a desire to learn the lyrics to her favorite Shakira song, Lindsay learned Spanish and talks about how knowing the language enriched her travel experiences. In our conversation, she shares insights from her journey throughout Latin America. Sign up to be a supporter of the show get access to transcri...

Learn How to Use the Preposition 'De' with Music [Medicina de amor] ♫ 114

March 09, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

We're breaking down the lyrics to the song Medicina de Amor by Dominican singer  Raulín Rodríguez. Learn different ways to use the Spanish preposition de, and how to recognize the future tense in Spanish. Sign up to be a supporter of the show and get the full lyrics to the song with translation, PLUS access transcripts for all 100+ episodes of the Learn Spanish Con Salsa podcast.  Show your support at https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/support Show Notes:  https://www.learnspanishconsal...

Learn How to Use the Preposition 'De' with Music [Medicina de amor]⏵114

March 09, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

We're breaking down the lyrics to the song Medicina de Amor by Dominican singer  Raulín Rodríguez. Learn different ways to use the Spanish preposition de, and how to recognize the future tense in Spanish. Sign up to be a supporter of the show and get the full lyrics to the song with translation, PLUS access transcripts for all 100+ episodes of the Learn Spanish Con Salsa podcast.  Show your support at https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/support Show Notes:  https://www.learnspanishconsal...

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

March 02, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

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 conversation, Adalia shares her experiences living abroad while Black, including: ✔️ what happened when she had to interact with the police in Mexico City ✔️ how to have a realistic expectation for job opportunities, and  ✔️ the real cost of a comfortable life for exp...

The Black Expat: City Life in Mexico (Interview with Adalia Aborisade)⏵113

March 02, 2021 12:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

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 conversation, Adalia shares her experiences living abroad while Black, including: ✔️ what happened when she had to interact with the police in Mexico City ✔️ how to have a realistic expectation for job opportunities, and  ✔️ the real cost of a comfortable life for exp...

Celebrating Women in Language [BONUS]

March 01, 2021 12:00 - 3 minutes - 2.41 MB

Register for Women in Language (March 4 - 7, 2021) ➡️ https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/womeninlanguage ______________________________________________________________________________ We want to hear from you!  Let us know how we're doing por favor! Leave us a rating & review in Apple Podcasts and we just might give you a shout out on a future episode 😉 ➡️ Click here to leave us a RATING & REVIEW ⭐ Join our email list to be the first to know when new episodes are released, PLUS get acc...

Celebrando el Día de la Independencia Dominicana ♫ 112

February 23, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

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 el país y su vecino Haiti que comparten la misma isla. Escucha temporada 2 del podcast Dominican Spanish 101 at dominicanspanish101.com Compra el curso de español dominicano durante el lanzamiento de temporada 2 y vas a recibir todas las notas de las dos temporadas d...

Celebrando el Día de la Independencia Dominicana⏵112

February 23, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

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 el país y su vecino Haiti que comparten la misma isla. Escucha temporada 2 del podcast Dominican Spanish 101 at dominicanspanish101.com Compra el curso de español dominicano durante el lanzamiento de temporada 2 y vas a recibir todas las notas de las dos temporadas d...

[Q&A] How Can My Family Learn Spanish Together? ♫ 111

February 16, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

In this episode, I'm answering a listener question that you may have been thinking about lately. Christen asked how she can learn Spanish with her husband and two daughters. I give 5 tips for how to learn Spanish as a family, ideas for activities in Spanish you can do together, and several resources to help you get started. Go to our show notes page for links to all resources mentioned in this episode   Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/family > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW ...

[Q&A] How Can My Family Learn Spanish Together?⏵111

February 16, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

In this episode, I'm answering a listener question that you may have been thinking about lately. Christen asked how she can learn Spanish with her husband and two daughters. I give 5 tips for how to learn Spanish as a family, ideas for activities in Spanish you can do together, and several resources to help you get started. Go to our show notes page for links to all resources mentioned in this episode   Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/family > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW ...

From Study Abroad Student to Entrepreneur (Interview with Latasha Moore, Tasha Teaches Spanish) ♫ 110

February 09, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

Latasha Moore went from waiting anxiously to finding out if she qualified for a study abroad program to applying for her first bilingual job, and finally starting her own business. In our conversation, we talk about: What qualifications you really need to work abroad (*spoiler alert: you DON'T need to pass any difficult exams to do it) How cultural immersion helped her grow in her ability to speak Spanish How she maintained her Spanish proficiency after returning to the United States aft...

From Study Abroad Student to Entrepreneur (Interview with Latasha Moore, Tasha Teaches Spanish)⏵110

February 09, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

Latasha Moore went from waiting anxiously to finding out if she qualified for a study abroad program to applying for her first bilingual job, and finally starting her own business. In our conversation, we talk about: What qualifications you really need to work abroad (*spoiler alert: you DON'T need to pass any difficult exams to do it) How cultural immersion helped her grow in her ability to speak Spanish How she maintained her Spanish proficiency after returning to the United States aft...

The Secret to Unlock Your Spanish Listening Skills (Interview with Daniel Raynaud, Jiveworld) ♫ 109

February 02, 2021 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

In 2016, Daniel packed up everything to move from the San Francisco Bay Area to Medellín, Colombia. He soon found that having conversations with the locals in Spanish beyond basic interactions was a challenge. Drawing up his experience with language learning and the tech world, he began to experiment with the idea of creating a solution for intermediate Spanish learners to help them break through the plateau of just having basic conversations to really achieve fluency. The result of that q...

The Secret to Unlock Your Spanish Listening Skills (Interview with Daniel Raynaud, Jiveworld)⏵109

February 02, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

In 2016, Daniel packed up everything to move from the San Francisco Bay Area to Medellín, Colombia. He soon found that having conversations with the locals in Spanish beyond basic interactions was a challenge. Drawing up his experience with language learning and the tech world, he began to experiment with the idea of creating a solution for intermediate Spanish learners to help them break through the plateau of just having basic conversations to really achieve fluency. The result of that q...

How to Get Started as a Translator or Interpreter (Interview with Jamila Ball, Jamii Linguists) ⏵ 108

January 26, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

Jamila Ball is a Spanish linguist specializing in Black-centric language coaching that promotes intercultural connections in the African diaspora. In our conversation, Jamila shares: Why your identity and cultural competency can be assets that make you more marketable How to get started as a linguist, interpreter, or translator -- even if it's a profession you never thought you'd qualify for The biggest mistake untrained interpreters make Whether you can make more money as salaried or f...

How to Get Started as a Translator or Interpreter (Interview with Jamila Ball, Jamii Linguists) ⏵108

January 26, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

Jamila Ball is a Spanish linguist specializing in Black-centric language coaching that promotes intercultural connections in the African diaspora. In our conversation, Jamila shares: Why your identity and cultural competency can be assets that make you more marketable How to get started as a linguist, interpreter, or translator -- even if it's a profession you never thought you'd qualify for The biggest mistake untrained interpreters make Whether you can make more money as salaried or f...

How to Get Started as a Translator or Interpreter (Interview with Jamila Ball, Jamii Linguists) • 108

January 26, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

Jamila Ball is a Spanish linguist specializing in Black-centric language coaching that promotes intercultural connections in the African diaspora. In our conversation, Jamila shares: Why your identity and cultural competency can be assets that make you more marketable How to get started as a linguist, interpreter, or translator -- even if it's a profession you never thought you'd qualify for The biggest mistake untrained interpreters make Whether you can make more money as salaried or f...

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