Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish

En este episodio, regresa Kesia Sosa para compartirnos como se celebra el día de la independencia en la República Dominicana.    Ella explica un poquito sobre la historia de República Dominicana y la relación complicada entre el país y su vecino Haiti que comparten la misma isla. Escucha el podcast Dominican Spanish 101 at dominicanspanish101.com Compra el curso de español dominicano para recibir...

In this episode, Kesia from the Spanish con Salsa team shares the history of bachata music in the Dominican Republic. We discuss the different styles of bachata dance and the genre’s most popular artists. En este episodio, Kesia del equipo de Spanish con Salsa comparte la historia de la música bachata en la República Dominicana. Discutimos los estilos de baile y los artistas más populares del géne...

In this episode, we'll review my top 7 songs for Día de San Valentín (Valentine's Day) 💘 I'll also give some common Spanish expressions you can use in everyday conversation, and Spanish grammar you can learn from the song lyrics. Listen to all of the songs featured in this episode on the show notes page: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/amor Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating...

In this episode we continue the Black Expat series with an interview with Kayla Rodriguez, a member of Spanish Con Salsa who started learning with us and has recently moved to the Dominican Republic. In this interview, Kayla talks all about why she decided to move to the DR. She tells us a bit about the expat community there and how they adjust to the Dominican lifestyle and culture. Kayla also sh...

Do you ever get nervous when someone asks you a question in Spanish? Has your mind ever gone completely blank when you're trying to respond, even if you KNOW you know what you want to say? In this episode, you'll hear from Dani Dancing -- a Spanish learner like you who was able to shed her fear of speaking Spanish and get more comfortable having conversations . She shares how she was abl...

After you start a conversation, it can be difficult to keep it going--especially if you lack vocabulary and aren't sure what to say next. This can leave you struggling to keep a conversation going in Spanish. Avoid those awkward moments of silence 😩and blank stares 😳 by arming yourself with engaging questions you can ask to keep any conversation flowing. Listen as we share a list of questio...

It's time to set your Spanish goals, but you want to make sure you actually get them done this time around. Enter Atomic Habits by James Clear. I'll give you the top tips from this bestseller that you can apply to language learning. Mentioned in this Episode: Hábitos atómicos ( Atomic Habits audiobook en español) Spanish Conversation Challenge Join our Facebook Community Show Notes: http...

Do you feel like you will always be a beginner? Are you afraid to talk to a native Spanish speaker? Or have you been learning Spanish but are still embarrassed to speak it?  In this episode we'll give you some tips to help you overcome those fears and how being consistent will help you become a successful language learner. Jael and Maribel from the Spanish Con Salsa team share the habits they...

Have you been learning Spanish for some time, but still aren't sure what it will take to get fluent? If so, this episode is for you. I explain the top 5 reasons you're not fluent in Spanish yet, even if you've been learning the language for years. > Did you like this episode?  We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts!  Just click here to leave a re...

Have you ever been in a conversation with a native Spanish speaker and you have NO IDEA what they said to you? Then you ended up freezing up and looking completely lost with a blank stare on your face? If this has ever happened to you, then you need to listen to this episode. I will help you understand the 2 types of Spanish conversations, and exactly what to do the next time you feel stuck or con...

In this episode, you'll learn some helpful shortcuts on when to use indirect objects in Spanish, while reviewing a few examples from the classic salsa song "Aires de Navidad" by Hector Lavoe and Willie Colón. > Did you like this episode?  We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts!  Just click here to leave a review or go to https://www.learnspanishc...

During the fiestas decembrinas (winter holidays), Colombians have a special way of celebrating.  In this episode, you'll hear a conversation about making plans with family and all the tasty dishes made in a typical Colombian household. To get access to the transcript from the conversation in this episode, sign up to be a show supporter at learnspanishconsalsa.com/support Go to learnspanishcon...

In this episode, you’ll learn how Puerto Ricans celebrate Christmas, and how they own the holidays by adding unique and traditional elements to make it fun and parrandera. Note: In order to access the transcript from the conversation in the episode, sign up for the Puerto Rican Spanish 101 course. > Did you like this episode?  We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podc...

Are you going to see extended family  this holiday season? In this episode, we'll help you learn how to talk all about la familia política or in-laws and other family members with a fun bachata song. > Did you like this episode?  We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts!  Just click here to leave a review or go to https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/review...

In this episode I interview Carolina Quiroga--storyteller, performer, author, and host of the bilingual podcast Tres Cuentos.  Tres Cuentos explores historical and literary narratives of Latin America. Last year, the podcast was mentioned by Oprah magazine as one of the best Latino and Spanish podcasts for learning and laughing. In our conversation, Carolina shares the power of connecting with Lat...

Learn the lyrics to the salsa song El día de mi suerte by Hector Lavoe.  You'll learn how to easily identify Spanish verbs in the future tense and imperfect past tense.  Plus, there's some tricky grammar in the song that we'll help you identify and learn how to use in daily conversation. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/107 This episode is sponsored by Shape + Foster...

In this episode, we'll be reviewing a song by Carlos Vives from the Disney movie 'Encanto.' Spanish con Salsa Language Coach Maribel Zapata breaks down the song lyrics and tells us all about Colombian culture. Note: This episode is in Spanish. For a full transcript with English translation, sign up to be a show supporter (learnspanishconsalsa.com/support) > Did you like this epis...

In this week's episode, you'll learn all about Colombian Spanish and culture through the country's music. Language Coach Maribel Zapata talks about music genres in Colombia from vallenato to salsa. Note: This episode is in Spanish. For a full transcript with English translation, sign up to be a show supporter (learnspanishconsalsa.com/support) > Did you like this episode?  We&apo...

Struggling to go from beginner to conversational fluency? In this episode, I talk to Shay Spence, the founder of Español en 3000 . We talk all about how he improved his conversational Spanish and some of his tips for how you can do the same.  He also shares a little about the culture of Medellín and some Colombian slang that will be good to know if you plan to visit the country. At the end of our...

From countlessly learning formulated answers on Duolingo to consistently speaking Spanish every week and making measurable progress. This is Rebecca's story of how she decided to switch her approach to learning the language and how this opened the doors to better job and life opportunities. > Did you like this episode?  We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcas...

Learn how to use reflexive verbs to describe your daily routine in Spanish with the lyrics to the song No Hago Más Na' by El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/86 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW < Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes or Stitcher , and we'll give you a shout out on a future ep...

In 2016, Daniel packed up everything to move from the San Francisco Bay Area to Medellín, Colombia. He soon found that having conversations with the locals in Spanish beyond basic interactions was a challenge. Drawing up his experience with language learning and the tech world, he began to experiment with the idea of creating a solution for intermediate Spanish learners to help them break through...

In this episode, I answer a listener question about how to understand Spanish when it's spoken at a natural, conversational pace.  I review the 6 stages of listening comprehension and what to expect during each phase.  I also explain which strategies are the most effective for each stage to get you to the next level. ¡No te lo pierdas! Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/80 Want...

If you're thinking about traveling to a Spanish-speaking country this summer, I know you'll want to be able to chat with native speakers while you're there. There are specific tactics you can use to help you improve your Spanish so you'll be prepared to chat with the locals. Listen to this episode before you book your next trip abroad. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsal...

Do you want to travel to Latin America, immerse yourself in the culture, make new friends, and practice your Spanish?  In this episode, I give you 5 expert tips to turn your next trip into an authentic travel experience, not just a normal vacation.  Find out how to prepare in advance to take advantage of the opportunity to improve your Spanish while abroad...even if it's for just one week. Sh...