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How to Achieve Conversational Fluency and Colombian Spanish ♫ 29 [ENCORE]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - October 04, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Struggling to go from beginner to conversational fluency? In this episode, I talk to Shay Spence, the founder of Español en 3000. We talk all about how he improved his conversational Spanish and some of his tips for how you can do the same. He also shares a little about the culture of Medellín ...

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When Should You Change Your Approach to Learning Spanish? ♫ 152

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - September 06, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
From countlessly learning formulated answers on Duolingo to consistently speaking Spanish every week and making measurable progress. This is Rebecca's story of how she decided to switch her approach to learning the language and how this opened the doors to better job and life opportunities. > ...

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Learn Spanish Reflexive Verbs with Music [No Hago Más Na'] ♫ 86 [ENCORE]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - June 21, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Learn how to use reflexive verbs to describe your daily routine in Spanish with the lyrics to the song No Hago Más Na' by El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/86 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW < Let us know how we're doing por favor! Leave us a rating & ...

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

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - June 14, 2022 11:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 expe...

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How Do I Understand the Natural Speed of Spanish? ♫ 80 [ENCORE]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - June 07, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
In this episode, I answer a listener question about how to understand Spanish when it's spoken at a natural, conversational pace. I review the 6 stages of listening comprehension and what to expect during each phase. I also explain which strategies are the most effective for each stage to g...

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

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - May 31, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 episo...

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5 Travel Tips to Create the Perfect Spanish Immersion Experience ♫ 32 [ENCORE]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - May 03, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Do you want to travel to Latin America, immerse yourself in the culture, make new friends, and practice your Spanish? In this episode, I give you 5 expert tips to turn your next trip into an authentic travel experience, not just a normal vacation. Find out how to prepare in advance to take adv...

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[BONUS] The 5 Myths Keeping You from Spanish Fluency

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - April 22, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Learn the top 5 things holding you back from being fluent in Spanish. > 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://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/review > Never miss a new episode! Join our e-ma...

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How to Gain Confidence Speaking Spanish without Anxiety (Interview with Dani Dancing) ♫ 151

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - April 20, 2022 02:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 fea...

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How to Gain Confidence Speaking Spanish without Anxiety (Interview with Dani Dancing)

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - April 20, 2022 02:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 fea...

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7 Ways to Say YES in Spanish ♫ 150

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - April 12, 2022 15:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
I'm sure you already know how to say yes in Spanish, but nothing causes a conversation to fizzle faster than short, abrupt, one-word answers. When you are first learning Spanish, your natural desire will be to respond with what you are comfortable saying- sí, no, gracias. But if you want to st...

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Conversational Spanish: How to Ask for Directions

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - March 29, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
To help you build your Spanish conversation skills, in this episode we'll review a dialogue covering a common situation when you're traveling or even just going to a new place for the first time. In this dialogue between Sara and Myrna, you'll hear how to ask for and give directions. Download ...

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Conversational Spanish: How to Ask for Directions

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - March 29, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
To help you build your Spanish conversation skills, in this episode we'll review a dialogue covering a common situation when you're traveling or even just going to a new place for the first time. In this dialogue between Sara and Myrna, you'll hear how to ask for and give directions. Download ...

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5 Things to Stop Saying in Your Spanish Conversations ♫ 149

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - March 22, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 you should stop saying in your Spanish conversations if you want to ...

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

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - March 15, 2022 23:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 exact steps I would take if I was learning Spanish from scratch. L...

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5 Questions You Should Know How to Answer in Spanish ♫ 146

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - March 08, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 episode before you have your next conversation with a Spanish-speaking f...

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

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - March 08, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 episode before you have your next conversation with a Spanish-speaking f...

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Learn Spanish with Salsa Music [Todo tiene su final] ♫ 56

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - February 22, 2022 17:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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! Show Notes: http://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/56 > LEAVE US A RATING...

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Learn Spanish Expressions with Salsa Music [La vida es un carnaval] ♫ 82 [ENCORE]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - February 15, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Learn how to use the word 'hay' in Spanish with the lyrics to the song La vida es un carnaval by Celia Cruz. We'll review several expressions that use hay from the song, and some ways you can incorporate them into your everyday conversations in Spanish. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishcons...

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Learn Spanish Expressions with Salsa Music [La vida es un carnaval]⏵82 [ENCORE]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - February 15, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Learn how to use the word 'hay' in Spanish with the lyrics to the song La vida es un carnaval by Celia Cruz. We'll review several expressions that use hay from the song, and some ways you can incorporate them into your everyday conversations in Spanish. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishcons...

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Learn Spanish Verbs with Music [Saber vs. Conocer] ♫ 145

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - February 01, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Did you know there are 2 ways to say 'to know' in Spanish? In this week's episode you'll learn when to use the verbs saber and conocer with Latin music 🎶 Listen and learn how to figure out when to use each verb. > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on A...

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5 Keys to Consistency for Conversational Fluency ♫ 144

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - January 25, 2022 12:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Last week, I hosted a workshop on the 5 Simple Steps to Conversational Fluency. I asked those who attended what was keeping them from being fluent in Spanish, and the majority mentioned that they just aren't consistent with speaking Spanish. In the workshop, we talked about how consistency is ...

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Spanish Conversational Fluency in 90 Days (Interview with Fluency Club Member Ryan) ♫ 85 [ENCORE]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - January 18, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Do you freeze up when talking to a native Spanish speaker? Is it hard to find someone to speak to in Spanish where you live? If you're struggling to reach conversational fluency in Spanish, or feel nervous about talking to native speakers, this episode is for you. Ryan shares his story abo...

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Why You Should Set Negative Goals ♫ 143

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - January 11, 2022 12:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
At the beginning of the year, many people talk about setting goals and all the things they want to do. In this episode, we talk about the power of setting negative goals and the importance of knowing what NOT do do. Deciding what not to do can help you reach your fluency goals faster. It migh...

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Set Conversational Fluency Goals for 2022 ♫ 50 [ENCORE]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - January 04, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 speaker give you anxiety, and you're not sure what to do about it? In this episode of the podcast, we’re going to ...

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Set Conversational Fluency Goals for 2022 ♫ 50 [Encore]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - January 04, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
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 speaker give you anxiety, and you're not sure what to do about it? In this episode of the podcast, we’re going to ...

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The Top 10 Episodes of 2021⏵142

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - December 28, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Can you believe the year is almost over?! In this week's episode, I'll be reviewing the 10 most popular episodes of the year 2021. Listen to find out if there's an episode you missed, or if your favorites made the list. > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & rev...

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The Top 10 Episodes of 2021 ♫ 142

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - December 28, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Can you believe the year is almost over?! In this week's episode, I'll be reviewing the 10 most popular episodes of the year 2021. Listen to find out if there's an episode you missed, or if your favorites made the list. > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & rev...

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How to 10X Your Spanish Vocabulary in 2022⏵49

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - December 21, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
The New Year is right around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about rebooting your Spanish goals. In part 2 of our Spanish language goal-setting series, I’ll show you exactly how to set goals to increase your Spanish vocabulary. This series is designed to help you make rapid progre...

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How to 10X Your Spanish Vocabulary in 2022 ♫ 49 [ENCORE]

Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish - December 21, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
The New Year is right around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about rebooting your Spanish goals. In part 2 of our Spanish language goal-setting series, I’ll show you exactly how to set goals to increase your Spanish vocabulary. This series is designed to help you make rapid progre...

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