Ever wondered what lies beyond the horizon in the world's longest country? Get ready to discover the wonders of Chile with us! Join us as we delve into Chile's captivating culture, geography, economy, and so much more. From the mysteries of Easter Island to the flavors of Chilean cuisine, this episode has it all. Whether you're planning your own Chilean adve ... Show More
Feb 3
Cómo Tomar el Camión en México - How to Take the Bus in Mexico
From figuring out which bus to take to knowing when and how to signal the driver, we walk you through the reality of using urban buses in Mexico. We talk about routes, schedules (or the lack of them), payment methods—from cash to modern app-based systems like Mérida’s Va y Ven—an ... Show More
34m 58s
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
May 2022
52. Los Años 50 en Chile, la Infancia de mi Padre
🇨🇱 Tomamos la máquina del tiempo para viajar al pasado, a los años 50 en Chile. Acá te presentamos algunos extractos de la entrevista que hizo Marco a su padre, en la cual nos da a conocer cómo era la vida a mediados del siglo XX en Chile, específicamente en la región del Biobí ... Show More
17m 18s
Nov 2022
Explore Latin American Culture through Stories Pt. I (Interview With Carolina Quiroga, Tres Cuentos) ♫ 73 [ENCORE]
In this episode I interview Carolina Quiroga--storyteller, performer, author, and host of the bilingual podcast Tres Cuentos. Tres Cuentos explores historical and literary narratives of Latin America. Last year, the podcast was mentioned by Oprah magazine as one of the best Latin ... Show More
24m 48s
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 2021
CBS Travel Diaries 2.09 | Entrada en Chile
In the penultimate episode of the series, Ainhoa, Luisa and Esteban arrive in Chile and make the most of the last few days of their trip visiting the coastal city of La Serena, tasting local specialities and visiting the peaceful Japanese Gardens. Discover what the city has to of ... Show More
31m 20s
Feb 2022
49. Comida Chilena 🇨🇱 (con Natalia de Español Casi Perfecto)
¿Cómo son las comidas de Chile 🇨🇱? ¿Qué se come habitualmente al desayuno, almuerzo y cena? ¿Qué significa "la once"? En este episodio hablamos con Natalia Fontalva, profesora de español y creadora del proyecto Español Casi Perfecto, acerca de las comidas de este largo y hermos ... Show More
26m 27s