In this episode, we answer a listener question from Jo-Anne. She struggles 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: Learn how to schedule consistent, structured conversations with adults in Spanish 📆Dis ... Show More
May 26
Learn Spanish with Bachata Music: 'Estocolmo' by Romeo Santos and Prince Royce ♫ 241
In this episode, we break down the dramatic hit "Estocolmo" from the joint album by Romeo Santos and Prince Royce.We analyze the lyrics of this intense song, exploring themes of jealousy, determination, and the "crime" of stealing someone's heart. In this episode, you'll learn:👮 ... Show More
22m 2s
Apr 21
No More Awkward Pauses: 10 Spanish Phrases to Keep Conversations Flowing ♫ 240
You're in the middle of a Spanish conversation, everything is going great, and suddenly... your mind goes completely blank. 😳 Before you freeze up or sound like a textbook by saying '¿Puede repetir, por favor?', listen up! In this episode, I'm going to give you 10 Spanish phrase ... Show More
26m 30s
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
30m 13s
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
28m 19s
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
May 2025
Listening practice - A1 - O dia-a-dia da Teresa
In this episode, you’ll meet Teresa. She’s 28 years old, lives in the Algarve, and has a very friendly dog named Dax. Let’s listen!Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-1This is a listening practice episode for beginners (le ... Show More
4m 7s