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
25m 8s
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
18m 5s
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
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
Sep 2011
Season 3 – Lesson 24 – Coffee Break Spanish
Following our recent musical episodes, listeners have been asking us for some suggestions of Spanish-language singers and groups. In episode 24 we’ve provided some suggestions, talking about Spanish groups Amaral and Ojos de Brujo, and we’ve also mentioned Colombian Juanes and th ... Show More
23m 17s
5 – 6 – 7 – 8! What if I told you that dancing salsa could help you with your Spanish? In this week’s podcast, we dive into the specifics of why dancing to Latin music gives you an immediate advantage in learning Spanish. The skills you've developed as a dancer enhance your language learning ability--beyond just language exposure and cultural immersion. List ... Show More
<p>David asks: "How can I understand more of what's said in my salsa class?"</p> <h2>In Today's Episode:</h2> <ul> <li>Taking classes in your target language is a great way to get more exposure to the target language</li> <li>Friends, communities, and shared experiences will all ... Show More