In this episode, Yohenia shows us a very popular song from Cuba due to its great historical significance. 🇨🇺 Let's listen to the lyrics of the song Guantanamera, a Cuban classic of the musical genre Son. 🎶 In this episode you’ll learn: The difference between the musical genres Son and Salsa 💃🏾Cuban vocabulary: words like Guajira, Guano and Guantanamera ... Show More
Aug 31
How Do I Stop Forgetting Words in Spanish Conversations? ♫ 220
In this episode, Tamara Marie responds to listener Jo-Anne’s challenges with forgetting words and feeling nervous speaking Spanish with adults. Tamara shares actionable tips for consistent practice, reducing anxiety, and building fluency.In this episode, she covers:Daily Practice ... Show More
24m 42s
Jun 23
Learn Spanish Verbs with Music: 7 Useful Expressions & Reflexive Pronouns ♫ 245
In this episode, we follow up on our lyrics breakdown of "Somos Más" — the official Telemundo anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by Carlos Vives, Emilia, Wisin, and Xavi.We're reviewing 7 Spanish phrases from the song that you can use in daily conversation. Plus, I'll reveal the ... Show More
17m 39s
Jun 16
Learn Spanish with the World Cup Anthem "Somos Más" ♫ 244
In this special World Cup episode, we break down "Somos Más," the official Telemundo anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, performed by Carlos Vives (Colombia), Emilia (Argentina), Wisin (Puerto Rico), and Xavi (Mexico).We'll break down the song lyrics and review vocabulary for tal ... Show More
27m 8s
Jun 2024
La música de banda - El sonido de Sinaloa - Banda Music - The Sound of Sinaloa
<p>In this episode, we're in Mazatlán, Sinaloa, where banda music fills the air. We discuss the genre's origins, its wide appeal, and its growth beyond Mexico, especially in U.S. communities with Mexican heritage. Learn about the different instruments, famous bands, and ... Show More
33m 52s
Nov 2023
Trabalenguas parte I - Tongue Twisters Part I
<p>In this episode, we delve into Spanish tongue twisters, sharing popular examples and explaining their linguistic intricacies. Discover the value of practicing these twisters to improve your Spanish-speaking skills. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced Spanish learner, ... Show More
21m 18s
Mar 2021
396 - The music-lover's guide to becoming fluent in Spanish with Tamara Marie
<p>In this episode, I speak with Tamara Marie, the founder of <em>Spanish con Salsa</em>, where Spanish learners can get fluent faster through the fun of Latin music. In the conversation, she shares the many advantages of learning languages through music, why narratives and rhyth ... Show More
44m 44s