Explore the remarkable journey of Benito Juárez from adversity to becoming Mexico's first indigenous president, as we reflect on his enduring impact on Mexican society and governance. Additionally, immerse yourself in Mexican idioms influenced by Juárez's legacy, enhancing your understanding of the cultural nuances of the Spanish language. Key Takeaways: Gai ... Show More
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¿Qué Pasó con la ch, ll, y rr? - What happened to “ch,” “ll”, and “rr”?
<p>We walk you through why letters like ch, ll, and even rr used to appear in the Spanish alphabet—and why they were eventually removed. We explain the role of the Real Academia Española and the network of language academies that oversee updates to Spanish, including the move to ... Show More
25m 52s
Nov 18
Español Útil para un Viaje a México - Useful Spanish for a Trip to Mexico
<p>We’re sharing the essential everyday phrases you’ll hear constantly in Mexico — and how to use them confidently and politely. You’ll learn when to say <em>provecho, por favor, gracias, con permiso, disculpa, perdón,</em> and <em>salud</em>, plus the cultural meaning behind eac ... Show More
25m 2s
Nov 11
Me Paró la Policía en Puebla - The Police Stopped Me in Puebla
<p>Before heading to Oaxaca, we had a busy week filled with errands, appointments, and last-minute preparations. But the real story happened when I got pulled over by a police officer for having tinted windows — something that’s perfectly normal in other parts of Mexico but not a ... Show More
33m 30s
Oct 2021
39: Día de los Muertos: Parque Nacional Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatepetl
<div>Join us this week as we head into Mexico and join one of the most famous celebration in the world, Dia de los Muertos. Many people believe that this is Mexico's version of Halloween, and although there are some parallels, this could not be farther from the truth. We discuss ... Show More
59 m
Oct 2023
Exploring Colombia's African Roots from Cartagena to Palenque with Kim Haas ♫ 184
Afro-Latino Travels with Kim Haas is known for showcasing the Afro-Latino communities throughout Latin America and their rich and diverse legacy of creating vibrant cultures.
In this interview with Kim Haas, Executive Producer, Host & Creator of Afro-Latino Travels, we discuss ho ... Show More
36m 13s
Jan 2020
Juana Sales Morales: au Guatemala, «Les causes de la guerre sont toujours là»
Le Guatemala a désormais un nouveau président. Alejandro Giammattei a pris ses fonctions mardi 14 janvier, après son élection de juin dernier. Il succède à Jimmy Morales, embourbé dans des affaires de corruption et de liens familiaux avec le crime organisé et le trafic de drogue. ... Show More
3m 36s
May 2023
La danza del cóndor y el águila: Etnografías y narrativas del 'despertar muisca'
En la vida, muchas veces adoptamos filosofías, expresiones e incluso comportamientos que no obedecen a nuestros contextos inmediatos; tal vez por mayor empatía con unas u otras, lo cual nos lleva a construir nuestras propias identidades. Otras veces nos quedamos con nuestros pasa ... Show More
59m 48s