While Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America, it’s often overlooked as a tourist destination. In this episode of the podcast, we dive into tons of interesting facts about Nicaragua, including some of the best things to do in the country. Links: 069 - Sobre Puerto Rico | About Puerto Rico075 - Sobre México | About Mexico099 - Sobre Guatemala | A ... Show More
Nov 3
7 maneras de sonar grosero en México sin darte cuenta - 7 Ways to Sound Rude in Mexico Without Realizing It
Can your Spanish be grammatically correct and still sound rude? Jim shares a recent moment when he forgot to greet the security guard, and we use that experience to explore seven everyday situations where tone, context, and small gestures can change how your words are received in ... Show More
27m 52s
Oct 27
10 formas de decir “morir” en México (y cuándo NO usarlas) - 10 Ways to Say “Die” in Mexico (and When NOT to Use Them)
Would you say se petateó when someone tells you their uncle died? Probably not. With Día de Muertos approaching, we explore ten ways to talk about death in Mexican Spanish, from the straightforward morir and more formal fallecer to euphemisms and very informal expressions like co ... Show More
22m 48s
Oct 20
Una charla con mi barbero en México - A Chat With My Barber in Mexico
Jim visits his barber Pedro in Cholula, Puebla, for a haircut, a beard trim, and a conversation that goes far beyond grooming. In this longer version of our YouTube visit, they talk about Jim's son's first haircut, Mexican rock, daily life, and the relationship that develops betw ... Show More
31m 37s
May 2024
Sandinista Revolution, the Battle for the Heart of Nicaragua (Revolución Sandinista, la Batalla por el Corazón de Nicaragua)
<p>While not a country we hear about often these days, Nicaragua has gone through quite a turbulent history that has left it with long-lasting economic, political and social scars.<br/><br/><br/>And leaving aside the subject of Daniel Ortega, current dictator of Nicaragua and one ... Show More
29m 42s
Apr 2023
106a. Guatemala es increíble (Guatemala is incredible)
In this episode, Jennifer from Costa Rica shares a story about one of her traveling adventures, this time to Guatemala. She and her friends enjoyed the views, food, art, and much more.
A full transcript of this episode is available at https://icanspeakspanish.com/106a-guatemala-e ... Show More
11m 22s
Jun 2023
Lugares Imperdibles de América Latina, Un Viaje Inolvidable (Must-See Places in Latin America, An Unforgettable Journey)
<p>We’ve reached the Season Finale of another <em>wonderful </em>season, and we want to thank you for your support all throughout the year, in which we became one of the biggest Spanish learning podcasts and reached thousands more than we ever had. And, to end Season 2, we want t ... Show More
29m 33s
<p>Hello and welcome to the Slow English Podcast.My name is Emilie.I am happy you are here.Today, we will talk about <strong>El Salvador</strong>.El Salvador is a <strong>small</strong>, <strong>tropical</strong>, and <strong>friendly</strong> country in <strong>Central America</ ... Show More
<p>Hello and welcome to the Slow English Podcast.<br>My name is Emilie.<br>I am happy you are here.<br>Today, we will talk about <strong>El Salvador</strong>.<br>El Salvador is a <strong>small</strong>, <strong>tropical</strong>, and <strong>friendly</strong> country in <strong>C ... Show More
