Basic Spanish Conversations

✈️ Ready for your next adventure? Get our FREE Spanish Adventures Companion to master key phrases for common TRAVEL SITUATIONS and wow your amigos!⛪ What secret connects Quito’s Basílica del Voto Nacional with the end of the world?In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, we explore the capital with local teacher Andrés.From the lively Plaza Grande to Ecuador’s unique flavors—like cuy and the surprising meaning of merienda—this journey is packed with culture.And of course, discover why the Basílica is one of Quito’s most fascinating and mysterious landmarks.📚 Study along with the transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️ https://latinele.com/quito-ecuador-spanish-listening/Join us for history, food, and fun curiosities that will bring Quito to life in Spanish!❤️ Join our SUPPORTERS CLUB on Spreaker and access all transcripts. No strings—cancel anytime.If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✈️ Ready for your next adventure? Get our FREE Spanish Adventures Companion to master key phrases for common TRAVEL SITUATIONS and wow your amigos!🇨🇱 What’s it really like to live in Chile? 🇨🇱In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, we chat with Spanish teacher Gianella Solari about Chile’s culture, food, and traditions.Is it true that making close friends in Chile can be a challenge? 😳Gianella shares her perspective and how finding a community through sports or language exchange can open doors.We’ll also dive into Chile’s delicious gastronomy—from sopaipillas to pastel de choclo—and explore the country’s biggest celebration, Las Fiestas Patrias, where food, music, and the cueca take center stage.Ready to explore Chile? ¡Vamos!📚 Study along with the transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/chile-culture-and-gastronomy/Reach out to Gianella ⬇️📩 Subscribe to her newsletter and get additional Spanish resources https://gianellasolari.com/✉️ Email: hola@gianellasolari.com❤️ Join our SUPPORTERS CLUB on Spreaker and access all transcripts. No strings—cancel anytime.If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🎧 Listen to Spanish for The Camino on all major listening apps. 📚 Discover Spanish through story. Get a FREE chapter of "Mi Primer Camino" and get ready for your next aventura 👇https://www.spanishforthecamino.com/mi-primer-chapterSpanish for the Camino is available on all major listening apps ⬇️Listen on SpotifyListen on Apple Podcast Listen on Audible¡Buen camino! 👋___Soon more episodes of Basic Spanish Conversations, Stay tuned! Hasta la próxima, MarcoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✉️ Learn a new Spanish word every week! Subscribe to Latin ELE's newsletter. Unsubscribe anytime.🎤 Why is Julio Iglesias all over Spanish-speaking memes every July?In thIis special July episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, Marco dives into the world of internet memes featuring Spanish singer Julio Iglesias.📆 You’ll learn who Julio is, why his face appears every July.We’ll also hear what Julio himself thinks about this meme tradition. What could his thoughts be? 🤭A light and cultural way to practice your Spanish and learn a bit of humor from the Spanish-speaking internet!📚 Study along with the transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/why-julio-iglesias-is-a-july-meme/❤️ Join our SUPPORTERS CLUB on Spreaker and access all transcripts. No strings—cancel anytime.If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✉️ Learn one Spanish word a week—straight to your inbox! Subscribe free, unsubscribe anytime.Can a millennial decode Gen Z Spanish slang? 🤨In this fun episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, Colombian teacher Jessica, a proud millennial, takes on the challenge of guessing the meaning of words and expressions used by Gen Z.Will she keep up or get totally lost in translation?A great episode to learn modern Spanish slang and see how language changes across generations.✉️ Learn a new word every week. Subscribe to our FREE newsletter. Unsubscribe anytime.❤️ Join our SUPPORTERS CLUB on Spreaker and access all transcripts. No strings—cancel anytime.If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✉️ Learn one Spanish word a week—straight to your inbox! Subscribe free, unsubscribe anytime.In this episode, you’ll discover La Huldra, a mysterious and seductive forest creature from Norway 🇳🇴What does this have to do with Spanish?This episode was created by a Spanish learner just like you!Sunniva, from Norway, shares one of her country’s fascinating legends—en españolA perfect blend of language learning and cultural storytelling. ¡Disfruta!❓ Episode questions and their answers 1️⃣ ¿Cómo es la apariencia de la Huldra?La Huldra es una mujer joven y muy hermosa, con el pelo largo y dorado. Tiene una cola de vaca o de caballo, y a veces también orejas de lince.2️⃣ ¿Cómo puedes protegerte de ella?Para protegerte de la Huldra puedes decir “el nombre de Jesús” o rezar el “Padre Nuestro”. El sonido de las campanas de la iglesia también ayuda a los que han sido atrapados.📚 Study along with the TRANSCRIPT and don't miss any details.❤️ If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

🎁 Get your FREE Spanish Adventures Companion ebook! Subscribe to the Latin ELE newsletter and receive our best content to learn español.What’s that bitter drink everyone shares in Argentina? It’s called mate! 🧉In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, Marco chats with Argentine teacher Melany Di Leva about this unique South American infusion.A fun, cultural episode perfect for Spanish learners curious about real-life traditions in Latin America.💬 Connect with Melany from Easy Argetine Spanish ⬇️Website: https://easyargentinespanish.com/ Get Melany's Quick Guide to Argentine Pronunciation🏝️ Pre-order our course Go Places with Spanish at a special early bird price. Don’t wait — the price will go up soon! ⬇️https://latinele.uteach.io/courses/spanish-for-travelersIf you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

🎁 Get your FREE Spanish Adventures Companion ebook! Subscribe to the Latin ELE newsletter and receive our best content to learn español.🎹 In this special episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, we welcome a guest host: Jeeyoon Kim, a professional pianist from South Korea living in the U.S. Jeeyoon is also a Spanish student at Latin ELE, and as part of her learning journey, she created this episode entirely in Spanish to tell the life story of Frédéric ChopinYou'll learn about the legendary composer and discover Spanish vocabulary related to classical music, emotions, and biography. ¡Vamos!🎼 Want to connect with Jeeyoon? She performs concerts mainly in the USA — check out her work below! ⬇️Website: https://www.jeeyoonkim.com/▶️ Watch our chat about her experience creating this episode!https://youtu.be/0HBTj38s0jQ?t=249📚 Study the episode along with the transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/learning-spanish-through-chopin/❤️ If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✈️ Ready for your next adventure? Get our FREE Spanish Adventures Companion to master key phrases for common TRAVEL SITUATIONS and wow your amigos!⛰️ Peru is full of wonders beyond Machu Picchu!In this episode, we explore three fascinating places: the mysterious Nazca Lines, the surreal desert oasis of Huacachina, and the eerie catacombs of Lima.Join Marco and Peruvian Spanish teacher Anthony from Chill Spanish Listening Practice as we uncover the stories behind these incredible destinations.¡Vamos!💬 Connect with Anthony Morey ⬇️Email: chillspanishlistening@gmail.com🎧 Listen to Chill Spanish Listening Practice ⬇️Apple PodcastSpotify Youtube Channel If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✈️ Ready for your next adventure? Get our FREE Spanish Adventures Companion to master key phrases for common TRAVEL SITUATIONS and wow your amigos!🇮🇹 Spanish vs. Italian: How Hard Is It for Italians to Learn Spanish? Is Spanish easy for Italians, or are there hidden challenges? 🍕 In this episode, Marco chats with Sara Castro, a Spanish teacher living in Italy, to explore the tricky parts of learning Spanish for Italians, common false friends between both languages, and whether a Spanish speaker (like Marco) can understand Italian without studying it.Fun, insightful, and perfect for language lovers! 📚 Study along with the transcript on Latin ELE's Blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/spanish-vs-italian-language-differences/Reach out to Sara ⬇️Website: https://www.saracastro.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sara.castro.online❤️ If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star review and recommend it to a friend.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✈️ Ready for your next adventure? Get our FREE Spanish Adventures Companion to master key phrases for common TRAVEL SITUATIONS and wow your amigos!Is making friends in Spain 🇪🇸 harder than in Mexico 🇲🇽? In this episode, Marco chats with Jimena, a Spanish teacher from Mexico living in Madrid.Discover the surprising cultural differences between Mexico and Spain—friendships, food, daily life, and more.Perfect for upper-beginner Spanish learners ready to practice listening while exploring these two vibrant cultures!🎧 Listening comprehension questions ⬇️1️⃣  ¿Qué cosas son diferentes al momento de hacer amigos en México y España?2️⃣  Qué comida de México es casi imposible encontrar en España? ¿Qué ingredientes lleva?📚 FREE transcript available on the Latin ELE blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/mexico-versus-spain-cultural-differences/💬 Connect with Jimena:🌐 Website: https://jimenaibarra.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spanishwithjimena❤️ Love this podcast? Support our work on BUY ME A COFFE or leave us a 5-star review and share it with your amigos!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✉️ Subscribe to our Newsletter and get our FREE ebook "Spanish Adventures Companion"💿 Travel back in time to the 90s with this fun episode of Basic Spanish Conversations!📹 Discover what life was like in the 90s as we explore everyday activities, popular games, TV shows, and more.📞 Learn how people stayed in touch without social media and Internet, and practice your Spanish past tense with real-life examples.🎧 Listening comprehension questions ⬇️1️⃣ ¿Cómo se mantenía en contacto la gente sin redes sociales ni Internet?2️⃣ ¿Qué tipo de juegos eran populares en esa época?📚 FREE transcript available on the Latin ELE blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/life-in-the-90s-spanish-imperfect-tense-practice/❤️ Love the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review and share it with your amigos!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

❤️ Help us create MORE EPISODES FOR YOU on Buy Me a Coffee🎶 Dive into the rhythm of salsa, the iconic Latin American musical genre!🇨🇴 In this episode, we chat with Mar, a Colombian teacher from Cali, the World Capital of Salsa.Discover salsa’s origins, its cultural significance, and Cali's biggest salsa event. ¡Vamos a bailar!🎧 Listening comprehension questions of the episode:1️⃣ ¿Dónde y cuándo se originó la salsa?2️⃣ ¿Cuál es el evento de salsa más famoso de Cali? ¿Qué actividades se realizan?📝 FREE transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/learn-spanish-with-salsa-cali-world-capital/Reach out to Mar and have fun learning español 💻 Website:  https://www.somosele.com/📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somoseleonline/ 🎧 Listen to her podcast "Español para Vos" on all major listening apps ⬇️Apple PodcastSpotify❤️ If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star review and recommend it to a friend.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✈️ Ready for your next adventure? Get our FREE Spanish Adventures Companion to master key phrases for common TRAVEL SITUATIONS and wow your amigos!Are you looking for a journey that combines self-reflection, exercise, and the chance to practice your Spanish?Then the Camino de Santiago is calling your name!In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, I chat with María Seco, creator of Spanish for the Camino, to explore the magic of this legendary pilgrimage.🎧 As you listen, think about these questions:1️⃣ ¿Por qué la gente va a Santiago de Compostela?2️⃣¿Cuáles son las tres recomendaciones antes de hacer el Camino?📖 Study with the transcript on the Latin ELE blog 👇https://latinele.com/the-camino-de-santiago/💬 Connect with María Seco 👇🌐 Website: https://spanishforcamino.com/🍴 Get her FOOD GUIDE for the Camino: https://www.spanishforthecamino.com/food-guide❤️ Help me create more episodes for YOU on BUY ME A COFFEEIf you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

📮 Learn a NEW SPANISH WORD every week! Subscribe to Latin ELE's NEWSLETTER for weekly language tips, exciting updates, and much more. Don't miss out!👻 Discover the legend of La Llorona, one of Latin America's most haunting stories.In this episode, we explore the tale of the weeping woman, her tragic past, and why her ghostly figure still terrifies people today.Perfect for upper-beginner Spanish learners to practice listening and learn new vocabulary. ¡Vamos!🎧 Listening comprehension questions of the episode:¿Cuándo escuchó Marco por primera vez la historia de la Llorona? ¿Dónde estaba?¿Qué representa la Llorona.📝 FREE transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/la-llorona-spanish-horror-story/❤️ If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star review and recommend it to a friend.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✉️ Expand your Spanish vocabulary with a new word every week! Subscribe to Latin ELE's NEWSLETTER for weekly language tips, exciting updates, and much more. Don't miss out!🎬 Almería, the land of "cine" in Spain. What does this enchanting region have to offer?🏜️ Join us as we uncover Almería's fascinating landscapes, the reasons behind its popularity as a filming location for numerous movies, and a curious Guinness World Record.To learn about Almería, you'll hear the interview we did with Fabián Molina, the creator of ProfeDeFlele and the "Español en tu bolsillo" podcast.Whether you're a movie buff or a Spanish learner, this episode is packed with interesting insights and language practice.📝 FREE transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/wild-west-spain-almeria/Fabi's contact information ⬇️Sitio web: https://profedeflele.es/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profedeflele/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profedefleleTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@profedeflele❤️ If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star review and recommend it to a friend. Will you? :) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✉️ Learn a NEW SPANISH WORD every week! Subscribe to Latin ELE's NEWSLETTER for weekly language tips, exciting updates, and much more. Don't miss out!🐐 Discover El Salvador, where "chivo" is more than just a GOAT...🇸🇻 Learn about this fascinating Central American country with Salvadoran Spanish teacher Milton Ralph, creator of the "Spanish Qué Chivo" podcast.In this episode, you'll learn:👉General information about El Salvador👉A delicious traditional dish👉 The meaning of "chivo"📝 FREE transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/exploring-el-salvador/You can contact Milton and learn more about his work on ⬇️👉 Spanish Qué Chivo Podcast👉YouTube👉Online lessonsToday's listening questions ⬇️1️⃣ ¿Cuál es la festividad popular que describe Milton? ¿Qué hay?2️⃣ ¿Qué significa "chivo"?❤️ If you enjoy this podcast, please give it a five-star review and recommend it to a friend :)⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✉️ Expand your Spanish vocabulary with a new word every week! Subscribe to Latin ELE's NEWSLETTER for weekly language tips, exciting updates, and much more!🎸 Do you know Tom Araya? He's an influential TRASH METAL musician whose importance is often overlooked.🇨🇱 A Latino artist born in Chile, he later moved to the United States and became a famous "metalero" star.Learn about his life and practice the Spanish preterite tense (pretérito indefinido) while honing your listening skills with this episode of "Basic Spanish Conversations."📝 Get the FREE transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/spanish-preterite-tense-practice-tom-araya/🎧 Listening exercise: Menciona 3 eventos importantes en la vida de Tom Araya.You can post your answers on YouTube.❤️ If you like Basic Spanish Conversations, please give us a five-star review and recommend it to a friend. Will you? :)⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✉️ Subscribe to our Newsletter and get our FREE ebook "Spanish Adventures Companion"🇩🇴 Join us as we dive into the vibrant culture of the Dominican Republic, also known as the land of "Plátano Power."In this episode, you'll hear an engaging interview with Dominican teacher Jelisa Inoa.🌴 Discover general facts about the Dominican Republic, learn about the delicious traditional dish called mangú, and find out the unique meaning of the Dominican word "cuarto."🛏️ Is "cuarto" a room? Tune in to find out!🎧 Listening comprehension questions of the episode: ¿Cuál y cómo es la ciudad favorita de Jelisa?¿Qué significa "cuarto" en la jerga dominicana?📝 FREE transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/dominican-republic-in-basic-spanish/Here is Jelisa's contact information ⬇️Website: https://jelyspanish.com/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jelyspanishX: https://x.com/Jelyspanish.  📩 Newsletter❤️ If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a five-star review and recommend it to a friend :)⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.

✉️ Learn a new Spanish word every week, become a subscriber to Latin ELE's NEWSLETTER and get our best updates to improve your español 🚀🇦🇷 The land of "asados"and great football players... Argentina! An episode packed with lots of great information about this fascinating country.🌆 Discover the vibrant vibes of Buenos Aires and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of this cosmopolitan city.🥩 Indulge in the mouthwatering world of “asado,” Argentina’s legendary barbecue.🗣️ Master the popular Argentine term “che” and learn how to effortlessly incorporate it into your everyday conversations.The listening comprehension questions are:1️⃣ ¿Cómo es Buenos Aires? ¿Y por qué es la ciudad favorita de Melany?2️⃣ ¿Qué es el chimichurri?Specilal guest: Melany Di Leva from Easy Argentine Spanish.📩 Melany's contact information ⬇️Website: https://easyargentinespanish.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/easyargentinespanish/Get Melany's Quick Guide to Argentine Pronunciation📚 Too hard to follow? The transcript is available on Latin ELE's blog 👇https://latinele.com/exploring-argentina/❤️ If you enjoy our show as much as we enjoy making it, please leave a five star-review, will you? It means the world to us! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basic-spanish-conversations--6124549/support.