Do you want to find out how to fix your Spanish pronunciation errors? In this interview with Spanish Con Salsa Coach Andrea, we'll share the most common Spanish pronunciation mistakes made by English-speaking Spanish learners. More importantly, we'll give you some practical tips to fix those mistakes so you can sound more like a native Spanish speaker. Do you want to sound like a native Spanish speaker? Fix your pronunciation mistakes with the Spanish Pronunciation Mastery Course . Podcast liste...
Nov 05, 2019•24 min•Ep. 44
How do you decide what type of Spanish to learn? In this episode, I'll go over some key questions you should ask yourself to pick a type of Spanish. I also explain how to get started if you're not sure what's the best type of Spanish for you to learn. Then, I give you some practical tips you can implement right away so you can focus on your type of Spanish and make progress faster. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/43 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here) Let us know ho...
Oct 29, 2019•29 min•Ep. 43
Do you know what type of Spanish you should learn? This is one of the most common questions I get asked. Should you learn Spanish from Spain or Mexican Spanish? What are the differences between different types of Spanish? I'll explain why it's important to pick a type of Spanish to avoid wasting a ton of time and confusion on your journey to Spanish fluency. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/42 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here) Let us know how we're doing por favor ...
Oct 22, 2019•25 min•Ep. 42
Did you know there are 5 different ways to say "you" in Spanish? Listen to this episode to find out what they all are, and more importantly, when and where you should use them. Even if you already think you know, you'll probably be surprised by at least one of these forms of the word you . ........... The Learn Spanish Con Salsa is supported by Yabla . Language immersion through engaging videos for Spanish, English, Italian, French, German, and Chinese language learners. Yabla features authentic...
Oct 15, 2019•31 min•Ep. 41
En este episodio, continuamos nuestra conversación con Andrea Alger de Spanishland School. Habalmos sobre el mejor lugar para aprender español, la diferencia entre acentos de espanol, y Andrea comparte algunas palabras que se usa en Colombia. ........... The Learn Spanish Con Salsa is supported by Yabla . Language immersion through engaging videos for Spanish, English, Italian, French, German, and Chinese language learners. Yabla features authentic content by native speakers , custom playback, s...
Oct 08, 2019•27 min•Ep. 40
¿Quieres mejorar tu español, pero te sientes estancado? En esta entrevista con Andrea Alger de Spanishland School, hablamos sobre las 3 claves para superar los obstáculos y llegar al siguiente nivel de español. Si tu nivel es principiante y quieres ser intermedio, o si ya eres estudiante intermedio y te gustaría alcanzar el nivel avanzado, este episodio es para ti. Escucha para descubrir las 3 cosas que debes hacer para mejorar. The Learn Spanish Con Salsa is supported by Yabla . Language immers...
Oct 01, 2019•20 min•Ep. 39
In this conversation with Kyle Kuzman from Here Listen Speak, he reveals the trick he's used to quickly improve his pronunciation in 4 foreign languages. Find out what to do first if you want to learn to speak Spanish like a native speaker, and the biggest mistake that can hinder your ability to pronounce words correctly. The Learn Spanish Con Salsa podcast is supported by Yabla . Language immersion through engaging videos for Spanish, English, Italian, French, German, and Chinese language learn...
Sep 24, 2019•34 min•Ep. 38
En este episodio, revisamos la letra de la canción Rebelión por Joe Arroyo. Aprende vocabulario nuevo, un poquito sobre la historia de Colombia, y como se usa el imperfecto en español. Escucha la canción https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRFwFXcRuXk Ver el video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhtn3HROvgA Enroll in the Learn Spanish with Music Course http://www.spanishconsalsa.com/join > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here) Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & ...
Sep 17, 2019•20 min•Ep. 37
In this episode, we talk about a how Kayla went from responding in English to gaining the confidence to speak Spanish with native Spanish speakers. She also shares… How solo travel can improve your language learning What made her choose an online Spanish course after taking college courses and getting 50 textbooks from the library failed her Why music was a game changer for her progress with Spanish > Enroll in the Learn Spanish with Music Course @ http://www.spanishconsalsa.com/join > LEA...
Sep 10, 2019•22 min•Ep. 36
In this episode I'll be sharing a conversation with Kayla who joined the Spanish Con Salsa community and started our Learn Spanish with Music course when we first got started. What surprises me about her story is that she's from a Spanish-speaking family, but it still took her years before she committed herself to speak Spanish fluently. In this episode you'll hear what pushed Kayla to *finally* make real progress and get comfortable talking to native Spanish speakers. > FREE Workshop: How to...
Sep 03, 2019•26 min•Ep. 35
Have you been trying to improve your Spanish listening skills by just increasing your exposure to Spanish? In this episode, I'll explain why many of the activities you may have tried are a waste of time, and what to do instead if you *really* want to improve your Spanish listening comprehension skills quickly. I go deeper into the topic in my free online workshop, How to Train Your Ear to Understand the Fast Pace of Spoken Spanish . Sign up now for free @ http://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/list...
Aug 27, 2019•16 min•Ep. 34
Do you struggle to keep up when listening to native Spanish speakers because they talk too fast? If so, this episode is for you. I'm going to share the 5 top reasons you have a hard time understanding spoken Spanish, and how you can fix this problem once and for all. I go deeper into the topic in my free online workshop, How to Train Your Ear to Understand the Fast Pace of Spoken Spanish . Sign up now for free @ http://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/listen *Available for Limited Time Only* Show No...
Aug 20, 2019•21 min•Ep. 33
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 advantage of the opportunity to improve your Spanish while abroad...even if it's for just one week. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/32 >>> Rate & Review <<< Let us know h...
Aug 13, 2019•34 min•Ep. 32
This is part 2 of a 2-part conversation with Jen Ruiz, travel blogger and bestselling author. In this episode, we'll review some Spanish words you'll only hear in Puerto Rico and what to do when you want to practice speaking Spanish but native speakers insist on speaking to you in English instead. Puerto Rican Spanish 101 Course [FREE TRIAL]: http://www.puertoricanspanish101.com/trial Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/31 >>> Rate & Review <<< Let us know how ...
Aug 06, 2019•24 min•Ep. 31
In this episode of the podcast I'll be talking to Jen Ruiz, a lawyer turned solo travel blogger and Amazon bestselling author. She is also a TEDx speaker and has been featured by The Washington Post, Huffington Post and ABC News. Jen documents her adventures on her website, Jen on a Jet Plane. This is part 1 of a 2-part conversation with Jen. In this episode, we talk about her travel hacks and must see destinations in Puerto Rico beyond the island's main city of San Juan. Show Notes: https://www...
Jul 30, 2019•18 min•Ep. 30
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 and some Colombian slang that will be good to know if you plan to visit the country. At the end of our conversation, I'll give you more information on how you can get a special 7-day free trial for Españo...
Jul 16, 2019•39 min•Ep. 29
Have you heard that watching TV in Spanish can help you reach fluency? In this episode, I give you my personal recommendations for 7 Netflix series you can watch in Spanish. You'll find learning Spanish with TV series entertaining, addictive, and informative. Most importantly, they’ll increase your Spanish exposure and help you improve or maintain your level of fluency. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/netflix >>> Rate & Review <<< Let us know how we're doin...
Jul 09, 2019•17 min•Ep. 28
One of the hardest skills to build as a Spanish learner is the ability to have a conversation with a native Spanish speaker. Eavesdropping on native Spanish speakers can help you hear what sounds natural in a conversation, but sometimes you need a little insight on what you're hearing. In this episode, we'll break down a dialogue and give you some tips you can put into practice the next time you talk to someone. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/27 >>> Rate & Review &...
Jul 02, 2019•21 min•Ep. 27
Lindsay Griffiths is a doctoral student in the English department at Princeton University. She earned her BA in English Literature and Spanish/English Translation from CUNY Hunter College. She is a published translator and is currently pursuing her studies in African-American and Afro-Latinx literature. In this episode, Lindsay talks about the #1 challenge to successfully translating between Spanish and English. She also shares how you can create your own language immersion environment to improv...
Jun 25, 2019•29 min•Ep. 26
This is part 1 of the new series: Historias de viaje (Travel Stories). I’m sharing my real life (crazy) travel stories. In this first installment, I talk about my trip to Rio de Janerio. I wanted to go to Carnival, but I ended up taking an unexpected detour to another country after being detained by federal police in Brazil. Want to know how I avoided being deported back to the United States? Listen to find out. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/25 >>> Rate & Review &...
Jun 18, 2019•20 min•Ep. 25
In this episode, I share my favorite resources for intermediate Spanish learners. Once you get beyond the beginner phase, you'll need resources to help you get to the next level and make continuous improvement. Listen for how to use the best tools that will work for you at this stage in learning. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/intermediate Links and Resources WordReference.com Reverso.net Audible.com (Related: How to 10X Your Spanish Vocabulary with Audiobooks ) Spanish Pod 101...
Jun 11, 2019•18 min•Ep. 24
If you’re just getting started with Spanish and aren’t sure what to do first, this episode is for you. I break down my 5 favorite free and low-cost Spanish resources for beginners, and why you should use them. I also talk about things you should avoid and what to focus on at your level. See the links below for full reviews and discounts for the resources mentioned in the episode. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/beginner Links and Resources Pimsleur ( Get 25% off Pimsleur ) Mango...
Jun 04, 2019•18 min•Ep. 23
You may know my guest in this episode from her YouTube channel The Urban Eve where she talks all about travel and language learning. Eve speaks 8 languages and she's going to share with us her secret to learning languages quickly and how to deal with mistakes in language learning. She also touches on the best way to prevent mixing up words when you're learning similar languages, and at the end she'll tell us about an exciting opportunity she has coming up to join her in her travels and learn som...
May 28, 2019•38 min•Ep. 22
How many times have you downloaded an app to learn Spanish, but a month later you still hadn’t even opened it? Or have you ever signed up for an online Spanish course that you just never got around to finishing? In this episode, I’m going to share stories from language learners just like you who discovered how to get themselves on track and to stay accountable to meeting their Spanish learning goals. Want to Learn Spanish the Fast, Fun Way? Join the Spanish Con Salsa Community and go from Beginn...
May 21, 2019•14 min•Ep. 21
I recently released my free workshop Beginner to Bilingual: The Fast Track to Spanish Fluency . For the first time, I'm revealing all of my success strategies for rapid language learning. So if you're just getting started with Spanish, or if you've been learning for a while but want to make progress faster, this workshop is for you. I'm going to show you all of tactics I've learned from years of trial & error. And I'll give you some strategies you can implement right away. For a limited time...
May 14, 2019•14 min•Ep. 20
This week, we're continuing our theme of cultural immersion in our conversation with Carlos Cinta. Carlos is dance instructor, DJ, and music editor. He's most known in the dance community for his expertise in musicality, especially when it comes to Bachata music from the Dominican Republic and staying true the genre's roots. He's not known for biting his tongue and definitely doesn't shy away from controversy in this conversation. We talk about everything from how he became so passionate about B...
May 07, 2019•30 min•Ep. 19
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 world’s largest Latin Dance cruise. In this episode, I talk to the owner/director of Aventura Dance Cruise, Moshe Rasier, to get a behind-the-scenes perspective on this immersive Latin cultural experience. He's going to tell us about how ADC got started and why it's different fro...
Apr 30, 2019•35 min•Ep. 18
Show Notes & Transcript: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/habits2 How do you get yourself to follow through with learning and speaking Spanish on a regular basis? If you haven’t already, go back and listen to episode 16 about how to establish the habit of using Spanish in your daily life and complete the 3 action steps before listening to this episode. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to stick with your habits…even when we don’t feel 100% motivated. I’ll give you some practical tips...
Apr 23, 2019•20 min•Ep. 17
Show Notes & Transcript: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/habits Do you struggle to stay on track with improving your Spanish? Have you started learning on one app, only to quit when it got boring, and then later started another program and then stopped that too because you got busy? In this episode, we’re going to talk about how to make learning Spanish as effortless as possible. I’ll give you some practical advice and 3 action steps to help you incorporate learning Spanish into your da...
Apr 16, 2019•21 min•Ep. 16
Show Notes & Transcript: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/15 In this episode, we’re talking to a Spanish learner that’s probably a lot like you. Brittany feels a connection with Latino culture, music, and her local community. After downloading numerous apps and stocking up on textbooks, Brittany was still unable to have a conversation in Spanish. Brittany shares the strategy that led her to a 549-day Spanish learning streak . I hope this conversation helps you to find an approach to lear...
Apr 09, 2019•22 min•Ep. 15
