Beginners Spanish Podcast - Spanglish Friends

One of the first things beginners want to say in Spanish is who they are and where they live — but many feel they need perfect pronunciation, no accent, and zero nerves. Here’s the truth: it doesn’t have to be perfect to be understood 💥 In Episode 43, Em and Val break down the exact phrases you need to introduce yourself naturally in Spanish, even as a complete beginner. You’ll learn how to confi...

Have you always wanted to learn Spanish but thought “I don’t have time,” “I’m too old,” or “this feels too hard” ? You’re not alone — and this episode is here to change that 💥 In Episode 42 , our very first episode of 2026, Em and Val break down how beginners can actually start learning Spanish , stay motivated when life gets busy, and build a realistic plan that works long-term. This is a highly...

Want to talk about Christmas in Spanish? 🎄 In Episode 41 — our final episode of 2025 — we’re diving into Christmas vocabulary, festive phrases, and cultural traditions from Spanish-speaking countries. Learn how to say Feliz Navidad , talk about gifts, family meals, and understand how Christmas is celebrated around the Spanish-speaking world. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn Christmas greeting...

Did someone say something in Spanish and your brain just froze? Episode 40 of Spanglish Friends teaches you exactly what to say when you don’t understand — without panicking, pretending, or switching to English. You’ll learn powerful beginner phrases like ¿Puede repetir?, ¿Qué significa?, and Lo siento, no entiendo so you can survive real conversations with confidence. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll:...

Amigos… ever wished you could talk about your favourite furry (or feathery!) friends en español? Today, we’re learning how to name pets , gender them correctly, and talk about the animals you have — all with simple, beginner-friendly Spanish. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn the 5 common pets in Spanish: perro, gato, pájaro, pez, conejo ✅ Understand how to make pet words masculine or feminine...

🚀Amigos — ever felt that little “Spingle” tingle when a Spanish verb looks… different? That’s your brain telling you it’s irregular ! In this episode, we’ll help you recognize irregular verbs instantly, without panicking or Googling. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Discover the most common “-go” verbs in the yo form and why they stand out ✅ Learn the key stem vowel changes: e → ie, o → ue, e → i...

🚀 Ready to finally master those tricky Spanish verbs that don’t play by the rules ? In this episode, we’re unlocking the world of irregular verbs — the ones every beginner needs to know to sound natural in conversation. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Understand what irregular verbs are and why they’re so common ✅ Learn the 7 essential ones: ser, estar, tener, ir, hacer, decir, poder ✅ Hear real...

😅 Ever been asked “¿Qué estás haciendo?” or “¿Cuánto tiempo llevas aprendiendo español?” ? Don’t worry — this episode’s got you covered! 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn how to ask and answer questions about what you’re doing right now ✅ Understand how to say how long you’ve been learning Spanish using llevar + gerundio ✅ Practice natural questions like “¿Qué está haciendo tu hermano?” and...

🤔 Ever wondered how to say “I’m eating,” “I’m studying,” or “I’m watching Netflix” in Spanish? In this episode, we’ll teach you exactly how to describe what you’re doing right now using estar + gerundio — the Spanish version of “ING” words! 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn how to form the present continuous using estar + -ando / -iendo ✅ Understand the difference between “Hablo español” (I s...

Have you ever wanted to describe your family in Spanish — not just who they are, but what they do, how you get along, and where they live? Today, we’ll show you exactly how to do that — paso a paso. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn how to talk about your relationships using me llevo bien / mal , soy muy unida a , and tengo una relación complicada con ✅ Describe what your family members do usi...

How would you say “My grandmother is from Spain” or “I have two brothers” — en español? In today’s episode, we’re diving into la familia — one of the most heartwarming and useful topics for Spanish beginners! By the end of this episode, you’ll know how to talk about your family members, from parents and siblings to in-laws and step-family. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn how to say your immed...

What are you doing this weekend — en español ? 🎉 In today’s episode, we’re continuing our journey with ir a + verbo and learning how to describe your weekend plans using time markers like mañana , esta noche , and este fin de semana . 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn two natural ways to ask about someone’s plans ( ¿Qué vas a hacer? / ¿Qué planes tienes? ) ✅ Practice using voy a + verbo to de...

Ready to talk about your future plans in Spanish? 🌴☀️ In this episode, we’re learning one of the most powerful (and simple!) structures in beginner Spanish: ir a + verb , which means “going to” — just like “I’m going to eat,” “You’re going to travel,” or “She’s going to work.” 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn how to say “I’m going to” using voy a + verbo ✅ Master the irregular verb ir with y...

Special episode alert amigos! 🎥 It’s our very first VIDEO episode — and Em is spilling her most cringe Spanglish fails. Spoiler: they involve concerts, highways, and kitchen tiles. We’re celebrating episode 30 by re-introducing ourselves, sharing the story of how Spanglish Friends began, and then diving into Em’s top 3 Spanglish mistakes so you can laugh, learn, and avoid them yourself. 🎙️ In thi...

Want to confidently ask and say the time in Spanish?⏰ Episode 29 of Spanglish Friends teaches you how to tell the time, ask “¿Qué hora es?”, and understand common responses like “Es la una” or “Son las tres y media.” Perfect for beginner learners who want to handle everyday conversations with ease! 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn how to ask “What time is it?” in Spanish ✅ Use numbers and ke...

Want to confidently talk about what you do in your free time? Episode 28 of Spanglish Friends teaches you how to ask about and describe free time activities using me gusta , frequency words like siempre and a veces , and time expressions like por la mañana or los fines de semana . Perfect for beginner learners ready to describe hobbies and routines in Spanish! 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn...

Want to describe your daily routine confidently in Spanish? We'll teach you how to use reflexive verbs to talk about the actions you do to yourself every morning, like showering, getting dressed, or brushing your teeth. Perfect for beginner Spanish learners ready to talk about their daily life! 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn what reflexive verbs are and why they’re used ✅ Practice forming r...

Want to share your favorite foods, hobbies, or activities in Spanish?  Episode 26 of Spanglish Friends teaches you how to say what you like and don’t like using me gusta, me gustan, me encanta, me encantan, and how to ask others about their preferences with ¿Te gusta…? / ¿Te encanta…? Perfect for beginner Spanish learners who want to express opinions confidently! 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll:  ✅ Le...

Want to chat about food en español? Episode 25 of Spanglish Friends teaches you essential vocabulary for meals of the day, describing food, and common table expressions. Learn words like desayuno, almuerzo, cena, merienda, and how to say “it’s tasty,” “it’s sweet,” “it’s spicy,” as well as polite expressions like ¡Buen provecho! and ¡Salud! Perfect for beginner Spanish learners. 🎙️ In this episode...

Picture yourself walking into a restaurant in Mexico City… the music is playing, the smell of sizzling food fills the air — and you confidently order your meal in Spanish! Episode 24 of Spanglish Friends teaches you how to order food and drinks like a local. You’ll master the articles un, una, unos, unas (a / some), learn polite phrases for ordering, and understand the most common questions waiter...

Want to chat about the weather en español? Episode 23 of Spanglish Friends teaches you essential weather words and phrases like “it’s sunny,” “it’s raining,” “it’s windy,” and more. Learn how to ask ¿Qué tiempo hace? (What’s the weather like?) and how to ask and answer questions about the temperature — perfect for beginner Spanish learners. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn key weather expressi...

Keep building your Spanish skills with Episode 21 of Spanglish Friends, where we continue mastering regular verb conjugations in the present tense. This episode covers how to conjugate verbs with nosotros , vosotros , ellos/ellas , and ustedes — so you can confidently say “we speak,” “you all live,” and “they sing.” Perfect for beginners looking to expand their conversation abilities. Head to epis...

Confused about when to say tú vs usted in Spanish? In this beginner-friendly episode, we’ll help you understand how and when to use the formal you in Spanish — so you can sound polite and natural when meeting new people. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ The difference between tú and usted ✅ When to use usted depending on the person, place, and country ✅ How to say formal phrases like: • ¿Cóm...

Ready to test your Spanish skills? In this special milestone episode, Val puts Em to the test with 5 Spanish questions based on everything we’ve covered so far — from greetings, numbers and months, to verbs, directions and seasons. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Practice real listening with 5 beginner-level Spanish questions ✅ Hear Em’s responses using what we’ve learned in the last 20 episodes...

Want to talk about the seasons in Spanish? 🌸☀️🍁❄️ In this beginner-friendly episode, we’ll teach you how to say the four seasons of the year in Spanish and how to have a real conversation about your favorite season — with reasons, examples, and pronunciation tips. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ How to say primavera , verano , otoño and invierno ✅ How to ask: “¿Cuál es tu estación favorita...