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Fluent Fiction - Spanish

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Are you ready to supercharge your Spanish listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you.

Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in Spanish, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Spanish and English.

This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension.

But we don't stop there. Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts you may have struggled with.

And our podcast is not just for language learners, it's also for travelers or people who wants to connect with their roots. Are you planning a trip to Mexico, Peru, or Puerto Rico? Maybe you want to speak Spanish with your abuela from Cuba? Our podcast will give you the cultural and linguistic background to fully immerse in the Spanish speaking country.

Our podcast is based on the latest research in linguistics, sociolinguistics, psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and education to provide the most effective method for mastering Spanish listening comprehension. Don't miss this opportunity, give our podcast a try and see the results for yourself.

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Episodes

Facing Fears and Embracing Adventure in the Andes

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Facing Fears and Embracing Adventure in the Andes Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-29-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol del verano brillaba intensamente sobre las montañas imponentes de los Andes. En: The summer sun shone intensely over the towering Andes mountains. Es: Luisa y Javier caminaban por el sendero que llevaba a Machu Picchu. En: Luisa and Javier were walking along the path leading to M...

Jan 29, 202515 min

Unlocking the Secrets of Templo Oculto: A Journey with Respect

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Unlocking the Secrets of Templo Oculto: A Journey with Respect Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-28-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: Bajo el dosel del espeso bosque, el Templo Oculto guardaba secretos en su piedra antigua que solo el tiempo y la naturaleza habían tocado. En: Under the canopy of the thick forest, the Templo Oculto guarded secrets in its ancient stone that only time and nature had touched....

Jan 28, 202518 min

Mónica's Mission: Safeguarding Machu Picchu's Future

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Mónica's Mission: Safeguarding Machu Picchu's Future Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-27-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: Machu Picchu se alzaba majestuosamente entre las nubes y las montañas verdes. En: Machu Picchu rose majestically among the clouds and the green mountains. Es: La brisa era suave y el sonido del río Urubamba llegaba desde lejos. En: The breeze was gentle and the sound of the Urubamba ...

Jan 27, 202517 min

Breaking Barriers: Clara's Bold Pitch Wins the Day

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Breaking Barriers: Clara's Bold Pitch Wins the Day Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-26-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En una mañana fría de invierno, las paredes de cristal del despacho reflejaban la luz gris del cielo. En: On a cold winter morning, the glass walls of the office reflected the gray light of the sky. Es: Clara, una joven gerente, revisaba sus notas en la sala de conferencias. En: Clara,...

Jan 26, 202515 min

Finding Belonging: A Wildflower's Journey to Self-Acceptance

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Finding Belonging: A Wildflower's Journey to Self-Acceptance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-25-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: Bajo el brillante sol de verano, La Granja de las Flores parecía un lugar mágico. En: Under the bright summer sun, La Granja de las Flores seemed like a magical place. Es: Las hileras de flores se mecían con la brisa, pintando el aire con su aroma dulce. En: The rows of flowe...

Jan 25, 202515 min

Refugio Reunion: A Heartfelt Sibling Reconnection

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Refugio Reunion: A Heartfelt Sibling Reconnection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-24-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En una cálida tarde de verano, el sol brillaba intensamente sobre el pequeño refugio de montaña. En: On a warm summer afternoon, the sun shone intensely over the small mountain refugio. Es: Sus paredes de madera envejecida y tejado de tejas rojas se fundían con la naturaleza verde y vib...

Jan 24, 202518 min

Rainy Day Market Finds: A Trio's Quest for Winter Gear

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Rainy Day Market Finds: A Trio's Quest for Winter Gear Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-23-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En el mercado al aire libre, el sol brillaba intensamente sobre los coloridos puestos. En: At the outdoor market, the sun shone brightly over the colorful stalls. Es: Era un día de verano típico en el hemisferio sur, con una brisa cálida que acariciaba a los compradores. En: It was...

Jan 23, 202515 min

Selling Scoops in the Arctic: Inés' Ice Cream Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Selling Scoops in the Arctic: Inés' Ice Cream Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-22-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En la vasta tundra ártica, donde solo el viento aúlla y la nieve cubre todo con su manto blanco, dos figuras sobresalen con un toque de color. En: In the vast Arctic tundra, where only the wind howls and the snow blankets everything with its white cloak, two figures stand out with...

Jan 22, 202517 min

Unveiling Success: A Summer Science Surprise in an Old Warehouse

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Unveiling Success: A Summer Science Surprise in an Old Warehouse Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-21-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol del verano austral entraba a raudales por las ventanas rotas del viejo almacén. En: The southern summer sun streamed through the broken windows of the old warehouse. Es: Las paredes, adornadas con graffiti, contaban historias calladas de tiempos olvidados. En: The ...

Jan 21, 202516 min

Souvenirs of Friendship: A Journey Through Punta del Este

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Souvenirs of Friendship: A Journey Through Punta del Este Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-20-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol brillaba intensamente en el cielo de Punta del Este, iluminando las calles llenas de vida del mercado al aire libre. En: The sun shone intensely in the sky of Punta del Este, illuminating the lively streets of the open-air market. Es: Colores vibrantes adornaban los puest...

Jan 20, 202516 min

Lost Treasures: A Jardin Botánico Tale of Trust and Friendship

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Lost Treasures: A Jardin Botánico Tale of Trust and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-19-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: Bajo el sol dorado de verano, el Jardín Botánico de Buenos Aires brillaba con vida. En: Under the golden summer sun, the Jardín Botánico de Buenos Aires shimmered with life. Es: Los caminos, adornados con follaje verde, llevaban a los visitantes a un mundo de plantas exótic...

Jan 19, 202517 min

Reimagining Colors: Santiago's Journey Beyond Sight

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Reimagining Colors: Santiago's Journey Beyond Sight Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-18-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: En un frío día de invierno, Santiago se abrigó y decidió visitar el Museo de Historia Natural. En: On a cold winter day, Santiago bundled up and decided to visit the Museo de Historia Natural. Es: Sus pasos lo llevaban rápido, buscando el calor en medio del viento helado de la ciudad....

Jan 18, 202516 min

Petals in the Breeze: A Floral Festival's Sweet Surprise

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Petals in the Breeze: A Floral Festival's Sweet Surprise Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-17-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El aire en el Festival de Flores de Ibiza estaba lleno de aromas dulces y colores vibrantes. En: The air at the Festival de Flores de Ibiza was filled with sweet aromas and vibrant colors. Es: Era invierno, pero las flores brillaban con la promesa de la primavera. En: It was wint...

Jan 17, 202516 min

The Quetzal's Secret: A Journey into Monteverde's Mist

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : The Quetzal's Secret: A Journey into Monteverde's Mist Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-16-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En el corazón del bosque nuboso de Monteverde, Costa Rica, la niebla danzaba entre los árboles altos y cubiertos de musgo. En: In the heart of the bosque nuboso de Monteverde, Costa Rica, the mist danced among the tall, moss-covered trees. Es: Era verano, la estación seca, y el sil...

Jan 16, 202516 min

Returning Home: Mateo's Heartfelt Harvest in the Andes

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Returning Home: Mateo's Heartfelt Harvest in the Andes Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-15-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol brillaba alto sobre el pequeño pueblo de los Andes, derramando su luz cálida sobre las terrazas de cultivos. En: The sun shone high over the small pueblo of the Andes, pouring its warm light over the terraced crops. Es: Mateo miraba las montañas, sintiendo el aire puro y fre...

Jan 15, 202514 min

Love's Unexpected Turn: Romance Amidst Piccadilly's Chaos

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Love's Unexpected Turn: Romance Amidst Piccadilly's Chaos Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-14-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: El aire de invierno soplaba sobre Piccadilly Circus, llenando el lugar de pequeñas nubes de vapor que escapaban de los puestos de café. En: The winter air blew over Piccadilly Circus, filling the place with small clouds of steam escaping from the coffee stalls. Es: Entre las luc...

Jan 14, 202515 min

Unexpected Connections: Warm Encounters at La Esquina Caliente

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Unexpected Connections: Warm Encounters at La Esquina Caliente Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-14-08-38-19-es Story Transcript: Es: En una mañana fría de enero, el café "La Esquina Caliente" estaba lleno de gente. En: On a cold January morning, the café, "La Esquina Caliente", was full of people. Es: La calle afuera brillaba con una capa de nieve reciente, mientras los transeúntes apresuraban el paso pa...

Jan 14, 202516 min

Elena's Secret Surprise: Finding Love in La Boca

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Elena's Secret Surprise: Finding Love in La Boca Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-13-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: Las calles de La Boca estaban llenas de colores y sonidos. En: The streets of La Boca were full of colors and sounds. Es: Las casas, pintadas con tonos vibrantes, relucían bajo el sol del verano. En: The houses, painted in vibrant tones, gleamed under the summer sun. Es: Elena caminaba p...

Jan 13, 202518 min

Mysterious Notes Unveil a Friendship Amidst Falling Snow

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Mysterious Notes Unveil a Friendship Amidst Falling Snow Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-13-08-38-19-es Story Transcript: Es: La nieve caía suavemente, cubriendo el campus de la universidad con un manto blanco. En: The snow was falling softly, covering the campus of the university with a white blanket. Es: En el dormitorio 204, Valeria leía tranquilamente un libro, arropada bajo una manta gruesa. En: In...

Jan 13, 202516 min

Rekindling Bonds: Mateo’s Journey Home on Día de Reyes

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Rekindling Bonds: Mateo’s Journey Home on Día de Reyes Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-12-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El aire invernal de Madrid acariciaba las mejillas de Mateo mientras este caminaba por la bulliciosa Plaza Mayor. En: The winter air of Madrid caressed Mateo's cheeks as he walked through the bustling Plaza Mayor. Es: Las luces brillaban sobre las cabezas de las personas que se con...

Jan 12, 202516 min

Finding the Muse: Mateo's Transformative Journey on La Rambla

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Finding the Muse: Mateo's Transformative Journey on La Rambla Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-12-08-38-19-es Story Transcript: Es: La brisa fría de invierno soplaba suavemente sobre La Rambla de Barcelona. En: The cold winter breeze softly blew over La Rambla of Barcelona. Es: Mateo caminaba con su cámara colgando del cuello. En: Mateo walked with his camera hanging from his neck. Es: A pesar del aire h...

Jan 12, 202515 min

Journey Through Time: Discovering Cuba's Soulful Heritage

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Journey Through Time: Discovering Cuba's Soulful Heritage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-11-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol brillaba en el cielo claro de invierno mientras Mateo caminaba por el Valle de los Ingenios en Cuba. En: The sun shone in the clear winter sky as Mateo walked through the Valle de los Ingenios in Cuba. Es: Era un lugar mágico, donde el verde de los campos de caña de azúca...

Jan 11, 202516 min

How Flying Oranges Transformed Marisel's Market Fortune

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : How Flying Oranges Transformed Marisel's Market Fortune Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-11-08-38-19-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol brillaba suavemente sobre el mercado del pueblo, un lugar lleno de vida y colorido en el corazón de Andalucía. En: The sun shone softly over the town market, a place full of life and color in the heart of Andalucía. Es: Las calles empedradas estaban bordeadas de puestos vib...

Jan 11, 202516 min

Mateo's Heartwarming Winter Escape: A Journey Home

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Mateo's Heartwarming Winter Escape: A Journey Home Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-10-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: La nieve cubría el paisaje alrededor del internado con un manto blanco y suave. En: The snow covered the landscape around the boarding school with a white, soft blanket. Es: Los altos árboles de hoja perenne se balanceaban suavemente con la brisa helada. En: The tall árboles de hoja pe...

Jan 10, 202514 min

Finding Friendship and Freedom in Buenos Aires' Sunlit Streets

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Finding Friendship and Freedom in Buenos Aires' Sunlit Streets Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-10-08-38-20-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol brillaba intensamente sobre Buenos Aires, dando a las calles una luz dorada y cálida. En: The sun shone intensely over Buenos Aires, giving the streets a golden and warm light. Es: Mateo, un chico tímido de cabello oscuro y ojos curiosos, caminaba lentamente hacia la...

Jan 10, 202517 min

Bridging Tradition and Innovation: A Guaraní Celebration

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Bridging Tradition and Innovation: A Guaraní Celebration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-09-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol de verano brillaba intensamente sobre la comunidad indígena guaraní en Paraguay. En: The summer sun shone brightly over the guaraní indigenous community in Paraguay. Es: El aire estaba lleno del aroma de chipa, cocinándose en hornos de barro. En: The air was filled with th...

Jan 09, 202517 min

Inés' Culinary Journey: Embracing Tradition & Heritage

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Inés' Culinary Journey: Embracing Tradition & Heritage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-09-08-38-19-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol de verano brillaba intensamente sobre la comunidad indígena. En: The summer sun shone brightly over the comunidad indígena. Es: El mercado estaba lleno de sonidos y colores. En: The market was filled with sounds and colors. Es: Las pequeñas carpas mostraban frutas fresca...

Jan 09, 202515 min

Mateo's Fiery Feast: A Spicy Día de los Reyes Tale

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Mateo's Fiery Feast: A Spicy Día de los Reyes Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-08-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: En el corazón del verano en el sur del hemisferio, en un barrio alegre y soleado, una gran casa familiar se preparaba para la celebración del Día de los Reyes. En: In the heart of summer in the southern hemisphere, in a cheerful and sunny neighborhood, a large family house was preparin...

Jan 08, 202515 min

Unwrapping Family Bonds: A Día de Reyes Revelation

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Unwrapping Family Bonds: A Día de Reyes Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-08-08-38-20-es Story Transcript: Es: El calor del verano llenaba la gran casa familiar con una calidez que iba más allá de lo físico. En: The summer heat filled the large family house with a warmth that went beyond the physical. Es: Era Día de Reyes, y la familia se reunía en torno a la mesa repleta de arroz con leche, ro...

Jan 08, 202516 min

Chasing Capybaras: A Botanical Adventure in Buenos Aires

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Chasing Capybaras: A Botanical Adventure in Buenos Aires Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-01-07-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol del verano brillaba fuerte sobre los Jardines Botánicos de Buenos Aires. En: The summer sun shone brightly over the Jardines Botánicos de Buenos Aires. Es: Las hojas verdes de los árboles se mecían suavemente con la brisa cálida. En: The green leaves of the trees swayed ge...

Jan 07, 202518 min
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