In the first part of this podcast episode, Joel Zárate, a passionate Spanish language teacher and producer of several podcasts, including "Conversations in Spanish and Other Languages," "Help me Learn Spanish, Joel," and "Mini Stories to Learn Spanish," shares about his background, education, and language learning journey. From growing up in Mexico City and ... Show More
Sep 15
Cambiar sin dinero: el trueque de Cholula - Trading Without Money: Cholula's Barter Tradition
We take you inside the fascinating tradition of El Trueque de Cholula and explain how bartering has connected people, products, and communities for centuries. We share examples of what people exchanged this year—from fruits, vegetables, and handmade goods to clothing, groceries, ... Show More
28m 6s
Sep 8
Sobre El Salvador - About El Salvador
We’re taking a closer look at El Salvador, from its Indigenous roots and fascinating history to its economy, currency, changing reputation for safety, and close ties with the United States. We explore the places that make the country worth visiting, including volcanoes, crater la ... Show More
44 m
Sep 1
Por qué los mexicanos dicen “provecho”? 10 códigos culturales Parte 2 - Why Do Mexicans Say “Provecho”? 10 Cultural Codes, Part 2
How do you know whether to shake hands, hug, or give someone a cheek kiss in Mexico? Why do Mexicans offer food even when they barely have enough for themselves, and why can a party’s start time be more of a suggestion than a rule? In this episode, we continue our conversation ab ... Show More
27m 43s
Nov 2023
How to Keep Motivated When Teaching and Learning New Languages!
🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers. Join us this week on ESL Talk with teacher Nina, a polyglot from Moscow. Nina shares her passion for languages and offers tips on staying motivated when teaching and learning languages, including Chi ... Show More
27m 17s
Jun 2024
Speaking English with Confidence
🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.In this enlightening episode, we dive into the world of language learning and explore the challenges Spanish speakers face as they strive to become fluent in English. Our guest, Natalia, is a passiona ... Show More
35m 14s