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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

From Canvas to Community: Inés's Transformative Journey

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : From Canvas to Community: Inés's Transformative Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-30-22-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: Inés miraba el horizonte desde un rincón alto de Valparaíso. En: Inés looked at the horizon from a high corner of Valparaíso. Es: El viento otoñal movía suavemente su cabello mientras ella observaba las casitas de colores apilándose en colinas empinadas, como si estuviesen pintada...

Mar 30, 202517 min

How a Café's Unexpected Art Show Turned Darkness into Delight

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : How a Café's Unexpected Art Show Turned Darkness into Delight Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-29-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En el corazón vibrante de La Boca, Buenos Aires, se encontraba el pequeño café de Ciro. En: In the vibrant heart of La Boca, Buenos Aires, was Ciro's little café. Es: Era primavera. En: It was spring. Es: Las hojas de los árboles comenzaban a cambiar de color, pintando el ve...

Mar 29, 202517 min

Finding Warmth: Friendship and Jackets in Patagonia

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Finding Warmth: Friendship and Jackets in Patagonia Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-28-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En la remota belleza de la Patagonia, el viento frío del otoño soplaba entre los árboles, pintándolos de tonos rojos y dorados. En: In the remote beauty of Patagonia, the chilly autumn wind blew between the trees, painting them in shades of red and gold. Es: Allí, en un rincón tranqui...

Mar 28, 202515 min

Running with the Rarámuri: A Journey of Trust and Tradition

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Running with the Rarámuri: A Journey of Trust and Tradition Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-27-22-34-00-es Story Transcript: Es: Las nubes se arremolinaban suavemente sobre las montañas de la Sierra Madre. En: The clouds swirled gently over the Sierra Madre mountains. Es: La primavera traía un aire fresco cargado del olor a pino y promesas de nuevas aventuras. En: Spring brought with it a fresh air fill...

Mar 27, 202517 min

Attic Secrets: Mateo's Journey to Family Roots

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Attic Secrets: Mateo's Journey to Family Roots Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-26-22-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: La casa de la familia García estaba llena de energía durante el fin de semana de limpieza de primavera. En: The casa of the familia García was full of energy during the spring cleaning weekend. Es: Mateo, un adolescente responsable, tenía una misión especial: limpiar el ático. En: Mateo, a...

Mar 26, 202516 min

Blending Tradition with Innovation: A Holy Week Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Blending Tradition with Innovation: A Holy Week Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-25-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol brillaba con fuerza sobre el bullicioso Mercado de San Miguel. En: The sun shone brightly over the bustling Mercado de San Miguel. Es: Carmen, Rafael e Isabella caminaban entre los puestos llenos de color y movimiento. En: Carmen, Rafael, and Isabella walked among the sta...

Mar 25, 202516 min

Jungle Storm: A Botanist's Journey to Rediscover Family

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Jungle Storm: A Botanist's Journey to Rediscover Family Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-24-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En el corazón del Amazonas, donde los árboles alcanzan las nubes y la humedad abraza a los viajeros, la familia de Santiago llegaba para una aventura única. En: In the heart of the Amazonas, where the trees reach the clouds and the humidity embraces travelers, Santiago's family ar...

Mar 24, 202515 min

When Rain Reigns: A Festival of Community Spirit

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : When Rain Reigns: A Festival of Community Spirit Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-23-22-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: En la Plaza Mayor, el aire primaveral estaba lleno de emoción y el dulce aroma de las flores. En: In the Plaza Mayor, the spring air was full of excitement and the sweet aroma of flowers. Es: Los trabajadores iban y venían con banderas coloridas y luces mientras armaban el escenario cent...

Mar 23, 202515 min

Finding Inspiration: Art and Cuisine Unite in Oaxaca's Market

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Finding Inspiration: Art and Cuisine Unite in Oaxaca's Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-22-22-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: En el corazón de Oaxaca, el mercado parecía un caleidoscopio de colores y sonidos. En: In the heart of Oaxaca, the market seemed like a kaleidoscope of colors and sounds. Es: El aroma de tlayudas y tamales flotaba en el aire mientras la voz de los vendedores inundaba el ambi...

Mar 22, 202516 min

A Day of Adventure at Galicia's Majestic Beach Cathedrals

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : A Day of Adventure at Galicia's Majestic Beach Cathedrals Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-21-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol brillaba sobre la Playa de las Catedrales en Galicia. En: The sun shone over Playa de las Catedrales in Galicia. Es: Era un día perfecto de primavera. En: It was a perfect spring day. Es: Valeria, Inés y Pablo paseaban por la arena, admirando las impresionantes formacione...

Mar 21, 202515 min

Finding Freedom: A Springtime Journey into the Heart of Nature

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Finding Freedom: A Springtime Journey into the Heart of Nature Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-20-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: La primavera había llegado, llenando el bosque denso con vida y color. En: La primavera had arrived, filling the dense forest with life and color. Es: Mariana, Diego y Lucía decidieron que era el momento perfecto para una excursión y prepararon un viaje de campamento. En: M...

Mar 20, 202515 min

From Olives to Garlics: A Lesson in Embracing the Unexpected

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : From Olives to Garlics: A Lesson in Embracing the Unexpected Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-19-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol brillaba sobre la Plaza Mayor de Madrid. En: The sun shone over the Plaza Mayor in Madrid. Es: Era primavera y el mercado estaba lleno de colores y olores deliciosos. En: It was spring, and the market was filled with colors and delicious smells. Es: Valeria caminaba en...

Mar 19, 202514 min

Unlocking Ancestral Secrets in San Miguel's Spring Market

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Unlocking Ancestral Secrets in San Miguel's Spring Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-18-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En el mercado bullicioso de San Miguel de Allende, los colores y aromas llenaban el aire fresco de la primavera. En: In the bustling market of San Miguel de Allende, the colors and aromas filled the fresh spring air. Es: Las luces del sol se filtraban a través de los toldos, cre...

Mar 18, 202516 min

Inspiration Blossoms: A Creative Serendipity at La Alhambra

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Inspiration Blossoms: A Creative Serendipity at La Alhambra Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-17-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: La Alhambra en Granada no solo es una maravilla arquitectónica, sino un laberinto de historias escondidas en cada rincón. En: La Alhambra in Granada is not only an architectural marvel but a labyrinth of stories hidden in every corner. Es: En una mañana de primavera temprana, ...

Mar 17, 202516 min

Serendipitous Encounter at the Museo de Arte Moderno

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Serendipitous Encounter at the Museo de Arte Moderno Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-16-22-34-00-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol de primavera entraba en el Museo de Arte Moderno como un invitado más, bañando las obras con una luz cálida y transformando cada esquina en un rincón para la reflexión. En: The spring sun entered the Museo de Arte Moderno like just another guest, bathing the works with warm li...

Mar 16, 202517 min

From Family Strife to Civic Life: A Sibling's Path to Purpose

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : From Family Strife to Civic Life: A Sibling's Path to Purpose Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-15-22-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: La mañana era brillante y fresca, típica de la primavera en el hemisferio norte. En: The morning was bright and fresh, typical of spring in the northern hemisphere. Es: El centro de votación comunitario estaba lleno de movimiento. En: The community voting center was full of ...

Mar 15, 202516 min

High Stakes and High Hearts in Las Vegas: A Poker Tale

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : High Stakes and High Hearts in Las Vegas: A Poker Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-14-22-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: Las luces de neon brillaban intensamente en la primavera de Las Vegas. En: The neon lights shone brightly in the primavera of Las Vegas. Es: Mateo, un jugador experto de póker, miraba a su alrededor en el casino. En: Mateo, an expert poker player, looked around in the casino. Es: E...

Mar 14, 202515 min

Between Skyscrapers and School Plays: Mateo's Choice

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Between Skyscrapers and School Plays: Mateo's Choice Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-13-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En una ciudad moderna, llena de rascacielos y calles ajetreadas, se encontraba Mateo, un hombre alto y de mirada cansada. En: In a modern city, full of skyscrapers and busy streets, there was Mateo, a tall man with a tired look. Es: Su oficina estaba en el décimo piso de un edificio ...

Mar 13, 202517 min

Tango Tales: Finding Inspiration in La Boca's Rhythms

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Tango Tales: Finding Inspiration in La Boca's Rhythms Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-12-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: Las calles de La Boca se iluminaron con los últimos rayos de sol. En: The streets of La Boca were illuminated by the last rays of the sun. Es: Era el final del verano y el festival de tango transformaba el barrio en un mar de sensaciones. En: It was the end of summer, and the tango ...

Mar 12, 202514 min

From Ground to Sky: Mateo's Carnaval Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : From Ground to Sky: Mateo's Carnaval Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-11-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En el aeropuerto Ministro Pistarini de Buenos Aires, el sonido del Carnaval llenaba el aire. En: At the Ministro Pistarini Airport in Buenos Aires, the sound of Carnaval filled the air. Es: Letreros coloridos y música festiva convertían el lugar en un centro de alegría y emoción mientras v...

Mar 11, 202515 min

Sunrise Triumph: Journey to the Puerta del Sol

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Sunrise Triumph: Journey to the Puerta del Sol Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-10-22-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El viento soplaba suavemente mientras el sol aún se escondía detrás de las montañas. En: The wind blew gently while the sun was still hiding behind the mountains. Es: Alejandro apretó las correas de su mochila y miró a Lucía y Mateo. En: Alejandro tightened the straps of his backpack and l...

Mar 10, 202515 min

Finding Tradition in Barcelona's Bustling Artisan Market

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Finding Tradition in Barcelona's Bustling Artisan Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-09-22-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol brillaba entre las nubes en una mañana fresca de finales de invierno. En: The sun shone between the clouds on a cool late winter morning. Es: Rocío e Ignacio caminaban por el mercado freelance de Barcelona. En: Rocío and Ignacio walked through the freelance market of Barce...

Mar 09, 202516 min

Healing Through Art: A Family's Emotional Journey in Buenos Aires

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Healing Through Art: A Family's Emotional Journey in Buenos Aires Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-08-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: El sol de finales de verano brillaba suavemente sobre Buenos Aires. En: The late summer sun shone gently over Buenos Aires. Es: Isabel, con el corazón aún pesado, decidió llevar a sus hijos, Carlos y Sofía, al Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes. En: Isabel, with her heart st...

Mar 08, 202515 min

Getting Lost on Purpose: Santiago's Skyscraper Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Getting Lost on Purpose: Santiago's Skyscraper Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-07-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En la floreciente primavera de Nueva York, el brillo del sol se reflejaba en la fachada de cristal de un rascacielos impresionante. En: In the blooming spring of Nueva York, the sunlight reflected off the glass facade of an impressive skyscraper. Es: Bajo su sombra, Santiago y Ma...

Mar 07, 202515 min

Secret Escapades at La Sagrada Familia: A Spring Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Secret Escapades at La Sagrada Familia: A Spring Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-06-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: La primavera en Barcelona es hermosa. En: Spring in Barcelona is beautiful. Es: El sol brilla sobre los edificios antiguos, y el aire huele a flores frescas. En: The sun shines on the ancient buildings, and the air smells of fresh flowers. Es: En el colegio, todos los estudiant...

Mar 06, 202515 min

Chasing Light: A Journey Through Argentina's Glacial Majesty

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Chasing Light: A Journey Through Argentina's Glacial Majesty Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-05-23-34-01-es Story Transcript: Es: El viento soplaba frío en el Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. En: The wind blew cold in Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. Es: Las hojas naranjas y amarillas caían suavemente al suelo mientras Iván y Marisol caminaban por el sendero. En: The orange and yellow leaves fell softly to ...

Mar 05, 202515 min

Laptops Switched, Lives Entwined: A Café Tale of Serendipity

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Laptops Switched, Lives Entwined: A Café Tale of Serendipity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-04-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: En el acogedor café del barrio La Candelaria en Bogotá, Mateo y Luz estaban sentados en mesas vecinas. En: In the cozy café of the barrio La Candelaria in Bogotá, Mateo and Luz were seated at neighboring tables. Es: El aroma a café recién molido llenaba el aire. En: The aroma...

Mar 04, 202516 min

Secrets of the Spring Market: A Chef’s Culinary Quest

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Secrets of the Spring Market: A Chef’s Culinary Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-03-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: El mercado resplandecía con vida en esa mañana de primavera. En: The market was glowing with life on that spring morning. Es: El aroma de pan recién horneado y especias exóticas llenaba el aire. En: The aroma of freshly baked bread and exotic spices filled the air. Es: Lucas, un che...

Mar 03, 202513 min

Finding Harmony: Natalia's Stormy Adventure of Spontaneity

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Finding Harmony: Natalia's Stormy Adventure of Spontaneity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-02-23-34-00-es Story Transcript: Es: La tormenta llegó de repente una tarde de finales de verano. En: The storm arrived suddenly on an afternoon at the end of summer. Es: Los cielos densos y grises se extendían sobre el vecindario residencial como un manto oscuro. En: The dense, gray skies stretched over the resid...

Mar 02, 202517 min

Carnival Reunion: An Artistic Journey in La Habana

Fluent Fiction - Spanish : Carnival Reunion: An Artistic Journey in La Habana Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-03-01-23-34-02-es Story Transcript: Es: La brisa cálida de La Habana bailaba a través de la Plaza de la Revolución, acariciando las banderas coloridas que se preparaban para el Carnaval. En: The warm breeze of La Habana danced through la Plaza de la Revolución, caressing the colorful flags being prepared for the Carnival. Es...

Mar 01, 202516 min
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