Jan 27
La salsa Tabasco no viene de Tabasco
From Cholula to Tabasco, we explore how some of the world’s most famous hot sauces are named after places they don’t actually come from. We break down the real origins of Tabasco sauce, how it was created in Louisiana using Tabasco chilies, and how it became the best-selling hot ... Show More
26m 48s
Jan 20
¿Puede la IA Reemplazar el Aprendizaje de Idiomas? - Can AI Replace Language Learning?
We explore the growing fear that AI and instant translation tools make language learning unnecessary, and we explain why that mindset misses the point. From real-life cultural misunderstandings and gestures to sarcasm, tone, and relationship-building, we share examples that show ... Show More
31m 48s
Jan 13
La Saga del Sillón y la PROFECO Parte II - The Saga of the Couch and PROFECO, Part II
In this episode, we conclude our real-life battle with Sam’s Club after buying a couch that arrived incomplete and went unresolved for months. We share how filing a complaint through PROFECO and ConciliaNet led not only to a full refund, but also to the legally required 20% compe ... Show More
20m 10s
Jun 2023
11 Caribbean Spanish Words You'll Hear in Venezuela ♫ 177
In this episode, we'll explore 11 words you'll commonly hear in the largest island of Venezuela, la Isla de Margarita (Caribbean's Pearl)In this conversation with Mariana, currently living on Margarita, we'll discuss the must-visit places on the island, its distinct Spanish, and ... Show More
32m 11s
Jun 2024
Everyday Spanish Conversations for Beginners | Melany Mar de Plata, Argentina
Learn everyday Spanish conversations for beginners through eavesdropping on this conversation between Lizbeth from Mérida, México and Melany from Mar de Plata, Argentina. _______________________ Topics discussed in this conversation: What’s your name? Where do you live? Where are ... Show More
25m 3s
May 2019
CBS EM 1.08 | Málaga: Transformación Cultural
<p>What springs to mind when you think of the city of Málaga? Until recently, it may have been the great weather and the beaches. But nowadays, the city has shaken off the dated image of ‘sol y playa’, and is establishing itself as one of Spain’s main cultural hubs. In this episo ... Show More
19m 53s
Mar 2024
Chinese Podcast EP87: What is Like Being Latino Asian? 拉美华人 - 阿根廷华裔小伙的生活
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Chinese learners, Welcome to our chinese podcast! Today, we have a
special guest joining us from Argentina. He is a young man of Chinese
descent, but grew up in Argentina with his parents who are from Taiwan.
As a Latino Asian, he has a unique identity and life experience. ... Show More
30m 17s
Discover the history and culture of Argentina's national beverage, yerba mate, in this episode. Learn about its Guarani origins, its role in South American society, and its unique regional variations. Join us as we explore the lush Paraná Rainforest, delve into its health benefits, and anticipate another insightful interview with Diego, an Argentinean, who s ... Show More
<p>In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine we're talking about grape harvesting<strong><em> </em></strong>in Argentina! We learn how to create adverbs ending in<em> </em><strong><em>-</em></strong><em>mente</em><strong><em>,</em></strong> and familiarise ourselv ... Show More