BECOMING BILINGUAL: The Art of Speaking Spanish

Episode Description: In this episode, I talked with Houlie Duque from HomeschooltoGo to discuss holistic Spanish immersion and how it nurtures both language skills and overall development. Houlie shares her journey as a bilingual program founder, teacher, and homeschooling mom, offering valuable insights for parents supporting Spanish learners. We explore practical strategies for creating immersiv...

In this episode, we explore the diverse world of Spanish accents and how to effectively navigate accent challenges in your language learning journey. Through personal stories and practical tips, you'll learn how to build confidence in your Spanish-speaking abilities while embracing the beauty of different accents. Whether you're a parent supporting your teen or a learner eager to master Spanish, t...

Episode Description: In this episode, chat with Learn in Color's founder, Samantha Shank.  She shares her inspiring journey as a teen entrepreneur, digital nomad, and designer. We discussed how her passion for student-led learning, travel, and bilingualism shaped her life and work. We’ll discuss her experiences learning Spanish, visiting over 20 countries, and offering advice for parents and teens...

¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! In this episode, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15–Oct 15) and explore why I often forget its start date, not purposefully.  We’ll reflect on the deeper significance of this month for Hispanic Americans, share personal stories, and offer resources like movies and books to help you get involved. Whether you're looking for inspiration or ways to join th...

In this episode, I share a personal story about my son’s language immersion experience during his summer internship, along with a glimpse into my journey of raising bilingual children, especially during their younger and teen years. I also recount a stressful incident where my son mixed up the words 'señora' and 'señorita,' and the valuable lesson he learned in grammar, vocabulary, and cultural se...

Join me as I chat with one of my students who began her Spanish journey in my elementary program and is now fully bilingual in high school. Hear about her experiences, the challenges she faced, and the support that helped her succeed in mastering Spanish.   My student mentioned the value of her tutoring sessions with Dr. Belen. If you’re interested in Spanish conversational sessions, please contac...

Join me in this insightful and fun episode as we discuss Spanish grammar with expert Priscila Salazar. Discover how mastering grammar can be your secret weapon in achieving fluency and speaking with confidence. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this episode offers practical tips and strategies for young and older ages to help you fall in love with Spanish grammar a...

In our latest podcast episode, discover the three common feelings that can prevent you from speaking Spanish confidently and becoming bilingual. Let's overcome them and focus on enjoying the journey of learning Spanish.    Explore my Spanish curriculum https://homeschoolspanishcurriculum.com/ Join my YouTube channel  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSzeOe9M92Fa6UHxk03yQVw   Follow me on Instagram...

Are you a parent who is teaching Spanish to your children? Or are you learning Spanish and looking for a way to stay motivated and make real progress? In this special episode, I share the inspiration behind this podcast and how it's designed to support your Spanish learning journey. Yes, this will be a journey! Discover how each episode is tailored to address your challenges, answer your questions...