Join us as we explore the vibrant celebrations of Holy Week, Easter, and Lent in Mexico. We'll uncover the religious origins and share how these traditions merged with indigenous customs during the colonial era. Discover with us the captivating processions, Passion of Christ reenactments, beautiful sawdust and flower carpets, and traditional dances that enri ... Show More
Jun 2
El Ajolote: El Pequeño Monstruo Mexicano - The Axolotl: Mexico’s Little Monster
Have you ever wondered why the axolotl has become such a beloved symbol of Mexico? In this episode, we dive into the history, mythology, and science behind this remarkable amphibian that calls Xochimilco home. We talk about its connection to ancient Mexica culture, its appearance ... Show More
34m 21s
May 26
El Fútbol en México - Soccer in Mexico
Soccer in Mexico is much more than just a sport, and in this episode, we dive into why it feels almost like a religion for so many people. We talk about how soccer first arrived in Mexico through British miners, how teams like América, Chivas, Cruz Azul, and Pumas became symbols ... Show More
37m 28s
May 19
El Aguacate: El Oro Verde de México - Avocado: Mexico's Green Gold
We dive into the fascinating world of avocados, from their ancient origins in Mesoamerica to their modern global popularity. We share personal stories about growing up with avocados, our favorite dishes like chilaquiles, ceviche, and guacamole, and even reveal some of our secret ... Show More
33m 15s
Apr 2021
#228 - How Is Easter Celebrated? UK, US & Australian Traditions
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In today's podcast we talk all about Easter traditions and how this festival is celebrated in the US, the UK, and Australia. Easter is originally a religious tradition, but nowadays a lot of people see it as a family celebration where you get to ... Show More
35m 32s
Jun 2021
La celebración de Día de Muertos en México
<p>This fourth season of Simple Stories in Spanish is focusing on celebrations. The celebration of Day of the Dead, or Día de Muertos, is a bright, colorful festivity to remember and honor those who have passed away. To celebrate deceased ancestors, graves are cleaned and decorat ... Show More
14m 57s
Mar 2024
Pâques: quelles traditions en Espagne, Côte d'Ivoire, au Chili et aux Bermudes?
C'est un temps fort chaque année pour les chrétiens et une tradition qui a infusé avec le temps dans les sociétés. En France par exemple, c'est l'occasion pour tous, croyants ou non, de s'offrir du chocolat. En plein week-end de Pâques, comment l'Espagne, la Côte d'Ivoire, le Chi ... Show More
4m 48s
<p>Hoy, en este episodio…</p> <ul> <li>Voy a hablar de la Semana Santa en España, una época del año muy importante.</li> <li>A continuación, vamos a practicar forma intuitiva un poco de gramática a través de la técnica de punto de vista.</li> </ul> <p>Fantástico, empecemos.</p> < ... Show More
