We are thrilled to discuss "Como Agua Para Chocolate," a novel that beautifully intertwines Mexican culture, cuisine, and magical realism. Discover the story of Tita, whose forbidden love and emotional journey are expressed through her magical culinary creations. This episode will provide you with insights into the novel's themes of love, family, and traditi ... Show More
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Un Año con Santi: Lo Que Hemos Aprendido Como Papás - A Year with Santi: What We've Learned as Parents
A lot can change in just one year! In this episode, we look back on our first year of parenthood, sharing the lessons, challenges, and joyful moments that have shaped our journey with Santi. We talk about how our confidence as parents has grown, the reality of raising a bilingual ... Show More
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Jun 16
Oaxaca de Fiesta: Historia y Significado de la Guelaguetza - Oaxaca in Celebration: The History and Meaning of the Guelaguetza
We take a deep dive into the Guelaguetza, Oaxaca’s iconic festival of sharing, community, and cultural pride. We talk about the origins of the celebration, the meaning behind the word “Guelaguetza,” what visitors can expect during the festivities, and how the event showcases the ... Show More
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Jun 9
Orgullo, Diversidad y Lenguaje Inclusivo en Español - Pride, Diversity, and Inclusive Language in Spanish
Pride celebrations are often associated with colorful parades and community gatherings, but there is a much deeper history behind them. We explore how the Stonewall uprising helped spark the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, highlight important milestones in the fight for equality, ... Show More
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Feb 2024
Duo’s Film Club - Como agua para chocolate
Today's film has all the makings of a classic Mexican telenovela: forbidden love, revolution, delicious food, and a dash of magical realism. Como agua para chocolate is a treasure of Mexican cinema that pays homage to the country’s rich cuisine and culture. A transcript of this e ... Show More
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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
26m 17s
May 2023
Momin - Cultural resilience and determined adaptation
🇵🇸🇫🇷 This episode’s guest is Momin, he is Palestinian and found asylum in France, 4 years ago.With Momin, we talked about: The role of the country’s locals when integrating a new cultureThe commitment it takes to become native speaker of a completely new languageSeeing cultur ... Show More
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