Spanish Loops

Today, Fran and Jorge are privileged to have a very special guest. William Rosendin. Although he is American born, William consider Spain his home when he is away. For the hosts of this podcast, he is the clear image of someone falling for this corner of the World. He shares inputs, experiences, likes, vibes... As a colleague, shows his passion for this country. As a friend, he is another Español...

This podcast is released on the anniversary of a sad day Spain lived "not so" long ago. At 6.25pm on February 23rd 1981, Spain suffered a big threat to liberty. A military coup. Everybody in this country remember that day as they remember exactly what they were doing. Jorge and Francisco tell us in details, events on that date and their personal experiences when it happened. Step by step from thei...

February is here and so are the Carnivals. This celebration, regardless the religious connotations it might have, has become one of the most expected Festivals in many parts of the world. For sure in Spain is celebrated. As usual, Jorge and Francisco places you in the origins and history of this loved tradition, which comes from far beyond in time of what you might think. If you subscribe, share a...

FIFTH and last of this series of extra episodes of Spanish Loops, where Francisco and Jorge describe their tours. Only for this time, on a daily basis and for the whole week, these guys are explaining their tours planned for this current year. In this episode, Jorge takes us to Andalucia, his home land, describing what this tour is like. Listen step by step how you could be immersed into this Adve...

FOURTH out of FIVE extra episodes of Spanish Loops, where Francisco and Jorge describe their tours. Only for this time, on a daily basis and for the whole week, these guys are explaining their tours planned for this current year. In this episode, Francisco take us to his "Camino de Santiago" tour, summarizing what this tour is like. Listen step by step how you could be immersed into this trail wal...

THIRD out of FIVE extra episodes of Spanish Loops, where Francisco and Jorge describe their tours. Only for this time, on a daily basis and for the whole week, these guys are explaining their tours planned for this current year. In this episode, Jorge take us to a "Catalonia Staycation" summarizing what this tour is like. Listen step by step how you could be immersed into Catalonia. Whether with o...

SECOND out of FIVE extra episodes of Spanish Loops, where Francisco and Jorge describe their tours. Only for this time, on a daily basis and for the whole week, these guys are explaining their tours planned for this current year. In this episode, Francisco take us to a "Basque Staycation" summarizing what this tour is like. Listen step by step how you could be immersed into the Basque Culture. Whe...

First out of FIVE extra episodes of Spanish Loops, where Francisco and Jorge describe their tours.  Only for this time, on a daily basis and for the whole week, these guys are explaining their tours planned for this current year.  In this episode, Jorge take us to "Madrid and the Imperial Cities" summarizing what this tour is like. Listen step by step how you could be immersed into Spain...

Learn about the evolution from old cranky trains to one of the most advanced networks in the world. Our friends Francisco and Jorge place us into the development of this incredible network, that has become an example to many countries in how to manage this infrastructure. Also, the AVE trains became "the" icon of transportation with a National feeling of proudness.

In this episode, Fran and Jorge explains how different are table manners when it comes to eat and drink in Europe and more specifically, in Spain. Those ways are only part of the diversity of habits. Although the curiosity is there, Spanish Loops want to share them with you. Let us know your thoughts and if you have noticed any of them or some others. Enjoy the episode and, Hasta la vista, amigos!

Since late 800's, (yes, you are reading well), tourism is one of the pillars of Spain's economy. Shadowed for 3 decades in mid 20th Century, this country hold the third place in World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Join Fran and Jorge in this informal chat to learn how all that has come to what today is one of the most visited countries in the World.

Jorge and Fran talk of times when music, movies and any cultural aspects of life started to change from the late 60's until today. Shadowed by the dictatorship, we can hear how everything has evolved from them till now under their point of view. Enjoy!

Chapter 4 was not all we had to say about Christmas in Spain. In this chapter, we share more interesting and curious celebrations during this period of the year. We compare, debate, explain and talk in our rooted habits with friends and family. So, as promised, here is Part 2 and final "Christmas Traditions in Spain". We hope you enjoy and have fun listening. Our best wishes to everybody and "Stay...

Learn with Jorge and Francisco about these Spanish sports Celebrities who made it internationally, and how proud we are of them taking the Spanish flag around the world. All of them made it really big, so we honestly hope you enjoy our proudness from them. 

Food..., how come? Of course!  Learn with Jorge And Francisco some of the typical Spanish traditions about food at Christmas time. In this episode, we share our favourites sweets, how we celebrate this great time of the year with friends and family. Some you probably know, some will probably shock or surprise you, but take for granted we only want to bring a smile to your faces and a bit of f...

Jorge and Fran remember their times when they went to school in the 70's and compare how systems has changed. Also give their opinions in the way today's system impacts the young generations.

Although it might sound scary, this episode is the total opposite. As part of the culture and everyday life, we share today how this topic is taken as part of our culture.. Some parts are funny and curious, some others are personal chapters of our lives. Hopefully you will enjoy listening and learning on this topic. @travelingsteps @travelingwithjorge Jorge and Fran.

Meet Francisco Glaria, from Pamplona. Meet Jorge Román from Madrid. They introduce themselves to an audience with the hope to grow little by little waking up your curiosity about this wonderful corner of the world, Spain. A little bit of everything from them both to start. There is much more to come! Bienvenidos a España! Welcome to Spain!