Episode 192 Learn Colombian Spanish with Reggaeton Music: Qué Pena by Maluma feat. J Balvin In this episode we take a look at the lyrics of the reggaeton song Qué Pena by Maluma and J Balvin, very famous Colombian singers. We talk about the two different ways to say to know in Spanish and how we use it depending on the situation. In this episode you’ll learn: How to use the verbs saber vs. conocer – and a quick way to know when to use which one A Spanish expression you can use to explain you are familiar with something A word used to describe women in Colombia (and why you might not want ..read more

Episode 191 Learn Spanish Adjectives with Music: Las Caras Lindas by Ismael Rivera It’s Black History Month here in the United States, so in this episode we’re focusing on Afro-Latino culture We talk about the song Las Caras Lindas by Ismael Rivera, a famous singer from Puerto Rico. So let’s take a look at the song lyrics while we learn a little about history and music! In this episode you’ll learn: A common mistake most Spanish learners make with masculine and feminine words How to describe people (or groups of people) in Spanish the right way The correct word order to use when describin ..read more

Episode 190 Episode 190: 15 Must-Know Spanish Phrases for Phone and Zoom Calls In this episode, we’re zooming into the virtual world of communication! Whether you’ve been navigating Zoom calls for work, catching up with friends, or taking online Spanish lessons, we’ve got some tips to help you sound more like a native speaker. You’ll learn the following: How to check in with your conversation partner if you can’t hear them, need them to unmute, or want them to repeat something. The best way to handle tech issues by learning how native Spanish speakers say your screen is frozen, you have a ..read more

Episode 190 Episode 190: 15 Must-Know Spanish Phrases for Phone and Zoom Calls In today's episode, we dive into the world of virtual communication, offering 15 handy phrases for navigating Zoom calls and video chats in Spanish. Whether you're dealing with technical difficulties, wanting to politely excuse yourself, or simply aiming to connect with native speakers, this episode covers a range of situations. We also emphasize the importance of sounding natural and comfortable. For those seeking further practice and community, the Spanish Fluency Club offers free conversation sessions and even a ..read more

Episode 189 Texting in Spanish: 14 Phrases to Make You Sound Like a Native Have you ever wondered how a casual text conversation looks in Spanish? Or maybe you've received a text from a Spanish-speaking friend and found yourself puzzled by some abbreviations or slang?  ¡No te preocupes! (no worries!) In today's episode, we're uncovering 14 must-know phrases that will make you a natural at texting in Spanish.  From casual greetings to expressions of laughter, we'll explore how these phrases are used in everyday conversation, giving you the confidence to text like a local. So, grab yo ..read more

Episode 188 Español de Nicaragua vs. República Dominicana Do you ever get confused with all the differences in the Spanish language from country to country?  In this episode, host Tamara Marie is joined by language coaches Kesia Sosa from the Dominican Republic and Jael Torrez from Nicaragua.   They discuss common Spanish words that are different in Central America and the Caribbean.   Kesia and Jael also explain that you have to tener cuidado (be careful) with some of these expressions when you're visiting other countries where the meaning can be offensive or ev ..read more

Episode 187 Reflejos de 2023: Una conversación con Kesia Sosa y Jael Torrez In this episode, host Tamara Marie is joined by Language Coaches Kesia Sosa and Jael Torrez.  They reflect on the best movies, music, and surprises from the year 2023, and discuss plans and goals for the upcoming year. This episode is in Spanish.  For the transcript with English translation, sign up to be a show supporter at https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/support Resources Mentioned in this Episode Spanish Fluency Club [Waitlist] Spanish Language Coaching The post Episode 187: Reflejos de 2023: Una ..read more

Episode 185 Expand your Vocabulary with Music [El Jefe] In this episode, we'll review the song El Jefe by Colombian artist Shakira in collaboration with Mexican group Fuerza Regida. Through the lyrics you'll learn Spanish phrases you can use in conversation to express things you want to do (and not do), frustrations, and your daily routine. I'll also share a Spanish translation hack that will add 50+ words to your vocabulary instantly. From this episode you'll learn: How to avoid mixing up two Spanish verbs that sound similar but have very different meanings How to say you're missing somethi ..read more

Episode 184 Colombian Afro-Latino Culture with Kim Haas Afro-Latino Travels with Kim Haas is known for showcasing the Afro-Latino communities throughout Latin America and their rich and diverse legacy of creating vibrant cultures. In this interview with Kim Haas, Executive Producer, Host & Creator of Afro-Latino Travels, we discuss how the upcoming Colombian series shines a light, honors, and celebrates the historical and cultural contributions of Latin America’s African descendants. From this episode you'll learn: the history of Palenque, a historic black community in rural Colombia the ..read more

Episode 183 Learn Spanish Grammar with Salsa Music: How to Stop Confusing Indirect Objects & Reflexive Verbs If you're learning Spanish, you probably find grammar challenging–especially when it comes to the dozens of verb conjugations. In this episode, you'll learn why most Spanish learners mix up indirect objects with reflexive verbs and other verb conjugations (and why this can be a problem) We'll take a look at examples in the lyrics of the song Casi Te Envidio by Puerto Rican salsa singer Andy Montañéz. From this episode you'll learn: How you can quickly differentiate between indire ..read more