Do you know the difference between quedar and quedarse? How about when to use sentir vs. sentirse ? If you're not 100% sure, listen to this week's episode. I'll be breaking down the differences between some of this commonly confused Spanish verbs the the lyrics to the song Baila esta cumbia by Selena. If you haven't been watching the Selena series on Netflix, check it out to learn about the rise of this dynamic Mexican American artist who broke barriers for female singers in a male-dominated mus...
Dec 22, 2020•25 min•Ep. 104
Have you ever wondered what exactly 'wepa' means? Well, you're in luck. Spanish Con Salsa language coach Nahomy Irizarry is from Puerto Rico and she fills us in on the 2 ways this familiar phrase is used. She also shares common Puerto Rican Spanish greetings and how to respond like a native speaker. Finally, Nahomy shares the unique ways to say goodbye while you're on la isla del encanto . Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/103 Book a lesson with Nahomy and learn more Puerto Rican ...
Dec 15, 2020•26 min•Ep. 103
Can you imagine living on only $300 USD/month? That's exactly what Jamarr Black did when he first moved to Cali, Colombia. In part 2 of our conversation, Jamarr shares how much money you need to live comfortably in Cali--including the cost of health care. I asked him about the best places to dance salsa in the area, and how Americans are treated by the locals and the police. Jamarr also shares his #1 piece of advice for anyone thinking about moving abroad but is still on the fence. Learn Colombi...
Dec 08, 2020•23 min•Ep. 102
The Black Expat series continues with a spotlight on Colombia. In my interview with Jamarr Black, he shares why he decided to leave his job as a technical writer in Washington, DC to move to Cali, Colombia and how he got there on a $5 flight. He also talks about how he overcame the frustration of being the only non-native Spanish speaker in a conversation and not understanding what was happening around him. Jamarr gives his recommendations on how to prepare before complete immersion in a Spanish...
Dec 01, 2020•25 min•Ep. 101
This week, we're celebrating our 100th episode! Our listeners share their favorite moments from the show, and we break down the lyrics to the song Bachata en Fukuoka by Dominican artist Juan Luis Guerra with a very special guest. Learn about the passive voice in Spanish plus a few Japanese phrases from this multilingual song. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/100 Links Learn Spanish with Music Course Black Friday Deal ~ G et 33% off course enrollment through Nov 28 >>> Ra...
Nov 24, 2020•27 min•Ep. 100
Interview with Errol de Jesus, a trilingual copywriter, author, and translator who speaks English, Spanish, and Japanese. Errol is the founder of Morenita Mommy, a blog where she shares her experiences as a Black mother raising a multicultural family. She's also the author of the new book Melanintro to Languages , a guide to multilingual parenting, freelancing, and socially-conscious language learning. In our conversation we talk about the practical way she approaches language learning in her fa...
Nov 17, 2020•36 min•Ep. 99
Learn about words that are both masculine AND feminine in Spanish with the salsa song La cura by Frankie Ruiz. You'll also learn an easy hack for how to form adverbs--words that describe actions. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/98 Links Sign up to be a show supporter at learnspanishconsalsa.com/support and get transcripts and exclusive bonuses >>> Rate & Review <<< Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes or Stitcher ...
Nov 10, 2020•24 min•Ep. 98
Learn how to use the future tense in Spanish with the salsa song Llorarás by Oscar D'Leon. We'll also review some common phrases in the future tense from the song lyrics, and an opportunity for how you can take your Spanish learning further. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/97 Links Click here to register for Learn Spanish with Music Live ~ Thursday, November 12 at 7:00pm EST Sign up to be a show supporter at learnspanishconsalsa.com/support and get transcripts and exclusive bonu...
Nov 03, 2020•24 min
This week you get to hear part 2 of my conversation with Kai Ceasire from the YouTube Channel Kai's Foreign Adventures, where you can find anything and everything you want to know about moving to Spain. We talk about how the lifestyle and Spanish spoken in the Canary islands differs from mainland Spain, including access to Wi-Fi and nightlife. Kai also shares the best place to try paella, and why you should NEVER say "estoy bueno." Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/96 Links YouTub...
Oct 27, 2020•27 min•Ep. 96
Do you dream about leaving everything behind and moving to a Spanish-speaking country? If you're thinking about taking the leap, then you'll want to hear Kai Cesaire's story. Kai runs a YouTube channel called Kai's Foreign Adventures where you can find out anything you need to know about moving to and living in Spain from the experience of an African-American. Kai has been living in Spain for the past 3 years and he speaks Castilian Spanish. In part 1 of our conversation he shares why he decided...
Oct 20, 2020•32 min•Ep. 95
This week our guest is Kim Haas, Executive Producer, Host & Creator of Afro-Latino Travels with Kim Haas . Premiering on PBS during Hispanic Heritage Month, this groundbreaking TV series captures the heart and soul of Afro-Latino culture by exploring the history, art, music, dance, cuisine, and more that African descendants brought to Central and South America and the Caribbean. In part 1 of our conversation, Kim shares her advice for language learners and the most important experience that ...
Oct 13, 2020•33 min•Ep. 94
This week our guest is Kim Haas, Executive Producer, Host & Creator of Afro-Latino Travels with Kim Haas . Premiering on PBS during Hispanic Heritage Month, this groundbreaking TV series captures the heart and soul of Afro-Latino culture by exploring the history, art, music, dance, cuisine, and more that African descendants brought to Central and South America and the Caribbean. In part 1 of our conversation, Kim shares her advice for language learners and the most important experience that ...
Oct 06, 2020•30 min•Ep. 93
Learn Puerto Rican Spanish from the lyrics of an amazing salsa song by Héctor Lavoe. Spanish Con Salsa team member Nahomy Irizarry joins us to break down the meaning of the lyrics to Mi gente . She also gives us the meaning of the uniquely Puerto Rican Spanish words used in the song. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/92 Book a Lesson with Nahomy and Learn More Puerto Rican Spanish Puerto Rican Spanish Audio Course 🇵🇷 Puerto Rican Spanish Bilingual Dictionary & Phrasebook ___...
Sep 29, 2020•23 min•Ep. 92
My crazy travel story continues as I end up being rerouted to Argentina on my way to Brazil. After being deported by federal police, I find myself in a city I'd never planned to visit with nowhere to say. Find out how my own blog and a chance encounter with a security guard and helped me survive my unexpected visit to Buenos Aires trying to get a visa during carnival (AKA high season). Enjoy! Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/91 __________________________________________ The Learn...
Sep 22, 2020•32 min•Ep. 91
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/90 _______________________________...
Sep 15, 2020•22 min•Ep. 90
In this episode, you'll learn new vocabulary from the salsa song Cali Pachanguero by Alberto Barros. We'll explore a few uses of the subjunctive, and different ways to use the word "que" in Spanish. You can find the full lyrics to the song, plus translation and quizzes, at https://yabla.com/salsa (Sign up with this link to claim your 15-Day Free Trial) __________________________________________ The Learn Spanish Con Salsa podcast is supported by Yabla . Language immersion through engaging videos...
Sep 08, 2020•22 min•Ep. 89
Aprender cómo se usa el subjuntivo en español para expresar deseos. Vamos a ver ejemplos de la canción "Ojalá que llueva café" por Juan Luis Guerra. Escucha Ojalá que llueva café Show Notes: Ve a learnspanishconsalsa.com/13 para los apuntes de este episodio y la transcripción. *** Get Your 15-Day Free Trial of Yabla at https://yabla.com/salsa *** The Learn Spanish Con Salsa podcast is supported by Yabla . Language immersion through engaging videos for Spanish, English, Italian, French, German, a...
Sep 01, 2020•15 min•Ep. 88
You probably learned there are 5 question words: who (quién), what (qué), where (dónde), when (cuándo), and why (por qué). But did you know that there are actually 2 ways to ask the question WHY in Spanish? In this episode, we'll explore when to use ¿para qué? vs. ¿por qué? with the classic salsa song Periódico de Ayer by Héctor Lavoe. You'll also learn Spanish vocabulary related to dates and times. *** Get Your 15-Day Free Trial of Yabla at https://yabla.com/salsa *** Show Notes: https://www.le...
Aug 25, 2020•26 min•Ep. 87
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. Want to join the Spanish Con Salsa Fluency Club! Click here to sign up for the waiting list > https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/join 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 & review in iTunes or Stitcher , and we'll give you a shout ...
Aug 18, 2020•22 min•Ep. 86
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 about how he went from not knowing what to say during his first language exchange to chatting with native Spanish speakers on his last trip abroad. Want to join Spanish Con Salsa ? Click here to sign up for the wa...
Aug 11, 2020•30 min•Ep. 85
Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/84 This week, we'll be answering another listener question: what's the best way to spend my Spanish study time? Whether you have 10 hours a week or just 15 minutes a day, it's important to know the best way to use your Spanish study time effectively. Listen to find out the ideal study schedule for you so you can make progress faster. > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW < Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review in ...
Aug 04, 2020•30 min•Ep. 84
>> Subscribe to the Dominican Spanish 101 Podcast We're excited to feature the premiere episode of the Dominican Spanish 101 podcast. Tamara and Kesia will share common greetings you'll hear in the Dominican Republic (*hint* it's not ¿Cómo está usted?) . You'll also learn a few phrases you can use to respond so you'll sound more natural speaking Spanish with your Dominican friends, family, and language partners. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/83 Get the show notes from al...
Jul 28, 2020•27 min•Ep. 83
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.learnspanishconsalsa.com/82 [FREE DOWNLOAD] Quick Guide to Your First Spanish Conversation >> Click here to download or go to www.spanishconversationguide.com - Learn *exactly* what to say when you meet someone for t...
Jul 21, 2020•22 min•Ep. 82
If you're an adult learning Spanish, you might regret that you didn't start when you were younger. And if you have children of your own, you may want them to grow up bilingual so they have an advantage you might not have had. The good news is, there's no need to wait. In this episode, I chat with Dr. Kami Anderson, founder and CEO of Bilingual Brown Babies. She'll share how you can start your own journey to raising bilingual children. We talk about the best ways to teach your children Spa...
Jul 14, 2020•31 min•Ep. 81
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 get you to the next level. ¡No te lo pierdas! Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/80 Want to win a free 1-on-1 Spanish coaching session? Share this episode on Facebook or Instagram and tag us @lear...
Jul 07, 2020•24 min•Ep. 80
Aprende 7 expresiones cubanas del primer episodio de la telenovela acerca de la icónica cantante de salsa afro- cubana Celia Cruz. También aprenderás la lírica de la canción del opening y mis mejores trucos para aprender español con series de televisión y telenovelas como Celia. Learn 7 Cuban Expressions from the first episode of the telenovela about iconic Afro Cuban salsa singer Celia Cruz. You'll also learn the lyrics to the opening song, and my best tips for learning Spanish with TV series a...
Jun 30, 2020•28 min•Ep. 79
¿Sabías que hay palabras españolas que vienen de África? Y que, además, el español es el idioma oficial de Guinea Ecuatorial, que queda en la costa oeste de África. En el episodio de hoy, hablamos sobre los africanismos --palabras africanas que aparecen en el idioma español. Did you know there are Spanish words that come from Africa? Spanish is also the official language of Equatorial Guinea, located on the west coast of Africa. In today's episode, we talk about Africanisms --Afr...
Jun 23, 2020•26 min•Ep. 78
En este episodio, les traigo una entrevista con Andy Guitierraz. Él es Youtuber, tiene un canal llamado Arribadelabola , el cual tiene que ver con sus viajes por todo el mundo. Andy es de Cuba, así que hablamos sobre la situación en la isla, el racismo, y sus experiencias en otros países. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/77 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW < Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes or Stitcher , and we'll give you a s...
Jun 16, 2020•29 min•Ep. 77
Learn Spanish expressions with the salsa song Valió la Pena by Marc Anthony. This is an upbeat song that's fun to dance to, plus you'll learn some useful expressions you can use in daily conversation. I also give a few tips to understanding Puerto Rican Spanish. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/76 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW < Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes or Stitcher , and we'll give you a shout out on a future episod...
Jun 09, 2020•22 min•Ep. 76
Do you feel like you'll always be a beginner? Or have you been learning Spanish but are still too embarrassed to speak Spanish? It may be because your current learning strategy is keeping you stuck at the dreaded beginner phase. In this episode, I explain 5 common mistakes Spanish beginners make and, more importantly, how to avoid them. I also give you tips to keep you from wasting time and help you get out of the beginner stage of learning once and for all. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishc...
Jun 02, 2020•21 min•Ep. 75
