Spanish Loops

In this peculiar episode, Jorge interviews Francisco on Fashion. The story behind this topic is fascinating and you will be surprised over the origins and how Spain is in the top of the rank. Learn how all that happened with our two friends. Happy listening!

This summer is being specially hot all over. Wild fires, heat waves, etc... How is this situation affecting to the tour industry and what can we all  do to help, and maybe avoid a major disaster? Francisco and Jorge express in this episode their point of view, how they are living this situation and how to join efforts to adapt some habits to this new normality in hotter Summers and not so col...

You will be really impressed when learning these inventions were developed and created in Spain and by Spaniards. As usual, our friends Jorge and Francisco, surprise us again with their informal attitude and sense of humour, talking about some historical facts from this little but great corner of the world. Their intention is to transmit the audience how proud they feel about many things that has...

What is "Siesta"? Why siesta is a must at some places in Spain. Our folks explains here today where that tradition comes from, and also they demystify the fact that some countries call them "lazy" Spaniards. On the contrary, Spain is classified as one of the most productive countries in the world, precisely because of their way of living. Bear in mind not to fall asleep while listening to this cha...

In today's chapter, our folks Fran and Jorge talk about one of the most pure "Castilians" cities in Spain, yet another UNESCO site. Not only the breath-taking walled complex is worth to be seen, also the gastronomy, history and religious backgrounds keeps attracting visitors, not only locals, but from all over the world. A hidden gem,  explained by our friends to give you an insight of what t...

In this episode is Francisco interviews Jorge who has more than personal attachments to this company. He shares his life experience from an insider point of view. There is more than you might believe behind that company and the people working for them.  As sight is considered the main sense of a human been, when lost, unless you live it at first hand, nobody stop to think how life can continu...

Hemingway placed Pamplona in the world map. Fascinated by that celebration, today is World known as one of the greatest festivals celebrated.  The vibe, ambience, atmosphere of the city is contagious to whoever is in town those days. And the party continues for 8 days! From the "Chupinazo" marking the inaugural ceremony, till "Pobre de mi" at midnight on the last day, you can experience a life tim...

Gay Pride is being celebrated in most of the world including Spain at the end of this month of June.  In this Episode our stars Francisco and Jorge explains how this country passed from a total repression to the LGBTQ+ community to become one of the most advanced in the world. Obviously, politics and the Transition to Democracy played a big role. Despite the obstacles of the new conservative...

Brexit took effect and the European Union was not going to stay quite. The disagreement left a sweet and sour taste in the EU political spectrum. For this time Jorge and Francisco give us in their chat, their personal points of view and also answer questions to one another. Also the big British community permanently in Spain and her islands, worried very much as they did not know, and still don't,...

Hemingway, running of the bulls, food and tapas paradise, Basque culture... So many reasons to visit this place!  Francisco shares his inputs in his homeland while Jorge ask for traveller's tips in what to do when in Pamplona. They hope you love this corner of Spain! Happy listening!

What are Tapas? What are they made of? Want to discover and learn?  By listening to Jorge and Fran in this chapter, you are going to get a master class in how to order, how to act and have fun eating this way.  Tradition converted in paradise in some places where friends gather around a glass of wine or beer and eat "gourmet" miniatures. Buen apetito and happy listening Chicos!!

These two colleagues and friends explains in this episode why they have chosen those specific places on their tours. Emotional and practical attachments, sites you cannot miss while traveling with them. Just to make your Staycations a memorable and unforgetable experience. Their love and passion for is reflected here in this chapter, with the hope to give you a preview of what your holidays can be...

Who haven't heard about Barcelona? In today's City Specials, Jorge and Francisco shares, and talks about this amazing city, world known because architecture, gastronomy, her gothic section and many more things to see and discover. Not to mention the Sagrada Familia, Gaudí masterpiece. Discover the city in this podcast with these two guides and their passion of sharing with their listeners. Enjoy a...

We all know there are very important museums around the world. Private and Public collections, donations from wealthy families, but, something unique about Spain is the Heritage collected by Royalty along the centuries.  Do not forget, as the very first Global Empire, the money flooded the coffers of the powerful dynasties as the Habsburgs and Borbons. Nowadays that Heritage belongs to the Sp...

Since Roman Empire times, Sevilla has played a very important role in Spain's history. Once the river was sailed to the ocean, former Hispalis got the relevance of her location in the middle of a fertile valley. Declared once the trading port with the Americas, the flamboyant heritage gives you a perspective of what the city meant to the former Empire. Feel Jorge's and Fran's passion when talking...

Industrial revolution in Europe, developed quickly in mid 1800's. So did in Spain, claiming and bringing unexisting rights to labor hands. Things changed not so rapidly, but firmly when Unions started to defend those deserved rights to protect people working for corporations and big patrons. May 1st is a National Holiday when 90% of businesses are closed in commemoration of those workers who fough...

Another of the City Specials released by Francisco and Jorge. One of the "posh" sites in Spain where its lifestyle is unique.  Location, restaurants, things to do... Both of them had a hard job to make this episode choosing those places, simply, because the list is endless. Learn what, where and how to make your stay magical and unforgettable. Happy listening!

Spain is still in Easter time. A chance to share the life of this amazing person who made his own reformation inside the Catholic Church, and even more, having it approved by the very Pope! Francisco and Jorge shares their passion and inputs of another yet incredible person, whom, with patience, hard work and devotion made a radical change in people's minds at the time. Almost loosing his life in...

By tradition, Holy Week in Spain is a big celebration. Concepción Delgado, a colleague and a good friend of Jorge and Francisco accepted their invitation to participate and give her insight as a local "sevillana".  Born and raised in Sevilla, no one is better to give us an insider's view of what "Semana Santa" means in the beautiful area of the south of Spain. Honoured by her participation in this...

Happy Episodery!!! Silver celebration for Francisco and Jorge.  25 Episodes of Spanish Loops!! This deserves a chapter to let Jorge and Fran talk on the evolution over this podcast, ideas, how it all started. Some confessions from both of them with the intention to let audience know how all started some months ago and what is behind the scenes. Hopefully, you will learn how much they put into this...

Some Patron Saints' festivities are the perfect excuse to have a ball! Spanish culture is open and shared with anyone who wants to participate. Some have become world famous with people from all over, and today, some are a must for visitors. As usual, Fran and Jorge share their favourites with you all with the hope to entertain and maybe, give you the craves to attend some in your future trip to t...

This is the Big week for Hollywood. The Film Academy is celebrating its 94th ceremony to award the actors that have been doing their best during the year to keep us entertained taking us temporary to focus on their stories played in respective roles in the screen. Jorge and Fran do not want to miss this opportunity to share with you all some of the many Spanish actors they made it big in Hollywood...

In this chapter, Fran interviews Jorge about the city where he lives. Although Jorge is from the South, his soul is anchored to Madrid since he moved some (well, many) years ago. How to get here and there, what to do regarding restaurants, museums, leisure time, and why not, a cocktail in nice locations. Fran's curiosity is endless, and Jorge hopes you also get curious about this magnificent city...

March 11 is a day of mourning in Spain. In this tribute, emotional and extra chapter, Fran and Jorge remember the biggest terrorist attack in Spain´s history. Several commuting packed trains exploded causing the biggest disaster up on civil population inside and outside of the biggest rail station in the country.  A tribute to the victims and injured people that Fran and Jorge did not want to...

Nowadays, the word Gypsy might sound derogatory. Not in Spain. They are part of the culture and heritage.  Related to the Romanies, them are two different worlds apart, not only in traditions but also in locations. In this episode, Fran and Jorge explain their origins, differences, and why they came as far as the Iberian Peninsula. If you want to learn about it and how they have become part o...