First days in Bogotá

How do you say "no" in Spanish? Rob is fond of turning down invitations, and in this episode he discusses the hidden cost of saying "no" in Spanish-speaking cultures, and why many native speakers find it so hard. 

Lis and Rob discuss how our personality and self-identity change when we speak a foreign language. They also talk about how certain Spanish phrases and sayings express something profound about native speakers see the world. 

We discuss the ex-president of Colombia, Álvaro Uribe. Uribe was credited with creating the conditions for lasting peace in Colombia, and opening the country up to the world. He was a hero to many in Colombia, but recently has been faced with allegations that bring his legacy int ... Show More

<p>Daphene, a Puerto Rican exchange student in Buenos Aires, is trying to navigate the big city that she temporarily calls home. On this day, while taking the subway to school, she realizes that she has to adapt her Puerto Rican Spanish a bit and that even native speakers of Span ... Show More

Después de graduarme, tomé una gran decisión: dejar mi ciudad natal, Manizales, y mudarme a Bogotá 🚍🏙️. En este episodio te cuento cómo fue ese proceso lleno de nervios, nuevos comienzos y aprendizajes importantes. Desde mi primer trabajo como ingeniero 👷‍♂️, la rutina en Tran ... Show More

A conversation with Charlie Baxter about life as a Canadian in Spain, cultural differences, and the journey that led Bree to live in Barcelona.🎯 ⁠Join Bree’s Free Newsletter⁠ 

Nick and Wendy talk about visiting two favelas, the famous slums of Rio de Janeiro. In particular, they discuss the security situation and the level of development in the favelas. 

<p>An American ex-pat tells us why he's made Mexico City his home for the past 25 years and how the Mexican capital is becoming a magnet for people from around the Americas. We'll also look at the fun things you can do only in Los Angeles, when the city gets back to its own versi ... Show More

En este episodio, te llevaré de regreso a mi infancia en Colombia, cuando a los ocho años me convertí en un empresario clandestino. Descubre cómo el contrabando de dulces americanos se convirtió en una emocionante aventura que desafió las leyes y encantó a mis compañeros de escue ... Show More

Rob and Lis both tell a story about their experiences of dealing with the authorities, in Spain and Colombia. This lesson is focused on comprehension, so be sure to follow along with the transcript if you struggle. 

Colombia es un país fascinante, pero como en cualquier parte del mundo, hay personas que buscan aprovecharse de los turistas. En este episodio, exploramos las estafas más comunes en taxis, mercados, alojamientos y tours 🎭🚖. Aprenderás frases clave en español para protegerte y n ... Show More

<p>Immersive Spanish, "Moving to Madrid". This season follows Kav and Ana as they relocate to Madrid and start their new life together. Learn all the situational Spanish you'll need to move to a new city through their fun, engaging approach. While perfect for anyone planning an i ... Show More

¿Eres vegetariano y tienes familia en Colombia? En este episodio de Spanish Colombiano, acompaña a Alex, un colombiano-americano que visita Medellín después de dos años. Descubre cómo enfrenta con humor y cariño los malentendidos culturales sobre su dieta durante un almuerzo fami ... Show More