Feb 17

What Type of Spanish Should You Learn? (Part 2) ♫ [ENCORE]

How do you decide what type of Spanish to learn? In this episode, I'll go over some key questions you should ask yourself to pick a type of Spanish. I also explain how to get started if you're not sure what's the best type of Spanish for you to learn.Then, I give you some practic ... Show More

28m 10s

Feb 10

What Type of Spanish Should You Learn? (Part 1) ♫ 42 [ENCORE]

Do you know what type of Spanish you should learn? This is one of the most common questions I get asked. Should you learn Spanish from Spain or Mexican Spanish? What are the differences between different types of Spanish? I'll explain why it's important to pick a type of Spanish ... Show More

24m 14s

Feb 3

7 Puerto Rican Spanish Words You’ll Learn from Bad Bunny: A Conversation with Adriana López ♫ 239

In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the lyrics of "Nueva York" by Bad Bunny with Puerto Rican linguist Adriana Lopez.In Part 2, we explore the heavy cultural references in the song—from Dominican rap anthems to Puerto Rican boxing legends—and discuss the controversy s ... Show More

30m 50s

Aug 2025

Chatea Como Nativo con Acrónimos - Chat Like a Native Using Acronyms

<p>Whether you’re texting a friend, planning a trip, or simply want to level up your Spanish, knowing how native speakers actually type is a game changer. In this fun and practical episode, we share some of the most popular Spanish abbreviations like TQM, NTP, XFA, and more—plus ... Show More

26m 42s

Jan 2025

251 - ¿Señora o Señorita? Entendiendo su Uso y Contexto - Mrs. or Miss? Understanding Their Use and Context

<p>Understanding when to use “señora” or “señorita” isn’t as straightforward as it seems. These terms carry cultural and social implications that vary based on context, personal preferences, and even regional customs. In this episode, we discuss how to approach these words though ... Show More

28m 35s

May 2025

¿Jalas o qué? Cómo Aceptar o Rechazar Propuestas en Español | You In or What? How to Accept or Reject Proposals in Spanish

<p>Saying “yes” or “no” in Mexico isn’t as simple as it sounds. In this episode, we unpack the social and cultural nuances behind these everyday responses, especially when someone offers you food, help, or an invitation. Whether you’re learning Spanish or planning a visit, this e ... Show More

17m 38s

Oct 2025

#20 - 🏡 What’s Your City Like? Learn to Answer en Español

🔐 Unlock exclusive content in our Supporters Club. Over 90+ bonus episodes to supercharge your español. What is your city like? Describe it en españo! 🏙️Learn how to describe a city in Spanish using ser, estar, and haber.In this episode, discover simple words and phrases to tal ... Show More

6m 55s

Sep 2024

#6 - From Gen Z to Boomers: Talk About Age in Spanish

🎁 New to Spanish? Start learning with our FREE 5-day course Spanish Kickstart. Unsubscribe anytime.🧓👶 Gen Z or Boomer? Learn how to describe your age (and others’) in Spanish with confidence. 📚 Still confused? Study along with the summary on Latin ELE's blog 👇https://latinel ... Show More

5m 55s

Nov 2011

Early Intermediate Spanish Podcast 11 – Spanish Conversation Practice

So far in our Spanish podcasts we’ve covered a wide range of vital areas of grammar and vocabulary. It’s time […] The post Early Intermediate Spanish Podcast 11 – Spanish Conversation Practice appeared first on Lightspeed Spanish.

10m 44s

Aug 2021

Episodio 157: Cómo manejar en México

A muchos extranjeros les da miedo manejar en México. En este episodio te compartimos por qué es tan difícil manejar en México y qué situaciones puedes encontrar. Así, si un día manejas aquí estarás mucho más preparado/a.Interactive Transcript - Download the transcript or click an ... Show More

24m 59s

Sep 2025

Real English Conversation 🎧 - Life in the U.S.A. vs Life in Mexico

In this video, I talk with my sister about the differences between life in Mexico and the USA.We start speaking slowly so you can follow along, but the conversation gets faster and more natural as it continues — so listen closely and try to answer along!You’ll also hear some of t ... Show More

42m 43s

Oct 2025

Chatea como Nativo con Acrónimos Parte II - Chat Like a Native Using Acronyms Part II

<p>Part two of our acronym series explores the explicit, slang-filled world of texting in Spanish. From ALV and MVV to NMM, we explain what these phrases mean, how locals use them, and when not to use them. Even if you never plan to say these words yourself, understanding them wi ... Show More

30m 46s

Nov 2013

Early Intermediate Spanish Podcast 21 – Spanish Relative Pronouns

Spanish Relative Pronouns. Here is a very interesting podcast that really gets into the meat of what are Spanish Relative […] The post Early Intermediate Spanish Podcast 21 – Spanish Relative Pronouns appeared first on Lightspeed Spanish.

11m 6s

10 Spanish Phrases You'll Hear in Conver...