Best Spanish Language Immersion Podcasts (2025)

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Dictatorship in Venezuela, The Country without a Future (Dictadura en Venezuela, El País que se Quedó sin Futuro) 34:12

9h ago34:12

34:12

Today's episode is different. And it's different not because it's a true story (because we always feature those on our podcast), but because your narrator, Anthony, went through the events expressed in the tale. This is the reality of how Venezuela collapsed, of what led 7 million people to flee the country and seek a better life elsewhere. It's an…

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Blood, Sweat, and Silver, Latin America's Resources (Sangre, Sudor y Plata, Recursos de Latinoamérica) 34:38

8d ago34:38

34:38

The lithium in your phone's battery, maybe the device you're using to read this - it may probably have come from Chile, and the copper in the wires of your charger may have come from Peru... Latin America is and has always been one of the main provider of precious metals in the world. And this didn't begin with the Spanish and Portuguese colonizati…

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Can You Get Fluent in 90 Days? 11:55

10d ago11:55

11:55

🗪 Join the Spanish Fluency Club and speak Spanish with confidence! Learn more at >> https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/join ***Doors close this Sunday, April 20*** Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes are released, pl…

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How to Stay Motivated and Make Consistent Progress with Spanish ♫ 15 [ENCORE] 22:04

15d ago22:04

22:04

In this episode, we’re talking to a Spanish learner that’s probably a lot like you. Brittany feels a connection with Latino culture, music, and her local community. After downloading numerous apps and stocking up on textbooks, Brittany was still unable to have a conversation in Spanish. 💬 Brittany shares the strategy that led her to a 549-day Spani…

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Legends of Latin America, the Journey of Quetzalcoatl (Leyendas de Latinoamérica, el Viaje de Quetzalcóatl) 33:08

15d ago33:08

33:08

The gods of ancient Latin American belief were very interesting and different from what we have to come to know in Asia, Europe, and North America... they were somewhat more human, said to walk among us when they felt like it, and collaborated closely with animals and nature to make things occur. Quetzalcóatl, the Feathered Serpent, is one such exa…

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Immersive Spanish - Season 3 - Episode 17: Rushing Waters and Rising Tension 5:00

16d ago5:00

5:00

This episode of the Immersive Spanish podcast finds Kav and Ana continuing their search for the treasure. They teach you useful Spanish along the way. Follow along with bonus lessons and audios to accompany this adventure at our Patreon. Enrol in the Set Menu Course now at www.immersivespanish.net - a course designed to get you from 'learning' Span…

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1. Soft Mindful Spanish | La biología me enseñó la forma más inteligente de tratar con personas tóxicas (y crear anticuerpos emocionales)🎧Spanish Listening Practice (Intermediate–Advanced) 24:09

19d ago24:09

24:09

❤ Would you like to practice your Spanish talking with me every day? Join the club "Biolingua Connect" and practice your Spanish in a safe, fun, and intimate environment with me. This is a production of Spanish Synapse, the Spanish learning video podcast for curious minds, travelers and science lovers.…

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Learn Spanish with Music: Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido ♫ 223 30:27

22d ago30:27

30:27

In this episode, we’re breaking down the lyrics to "Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido" by Colombian reggaetonera Karol G. This upbeat song with 🏝️ Caribbean flavor isn’t just catchy—it's full of Spanish grammar you probably didn't know about 🫢 and Spanish phrases you can start using today. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to express hypothetical s…

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Retiring in Latin America, a Dream Retreat? (Jubilación en Latinoamérica, ¿Retiro Soñado?) 28:41

22d ago28:41

28:41

Retiring in Latin America as a foreigner = 👍 Retiring in Latin America as a Latin American = ☠️ Let's face it - when you think of the Caribbean, Brazilian beaches, the Angel Falls in Venezuela, Mexican resorts and Argentine plains, there's a feeling of relief and joy that you can spend your final years just exploring the land and living for chea…

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10 Spanish Phrases You'll Hear in Conversation ♫ 169 [ENCORE] 20:55

29d ago20:55

20:55

In this episode, we’re breaking down 10 must-know Spanish phrases you’ll actually hear in real conversations. Whether you're chatting with native speakers or just trying to understand Spanish TV without subtitles, these expressions will help you sound more natural and confident. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What to say when someone surprises …

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José Rizal, An Unarmed Hero (José Rizal, Un Héroe Sin Armas) 30:31

29d ago30:31

30:31

There is a Filipino hero who, despite raising his voice and an entire nation against the Spanish colonizers, is so respected globally that he has his own monument in the center of Madrid, Spain's capital. His name is José Rizal - but what's the story behind this incredible figure, who, unlike Simón Bolívar or José de Martín (among others), never ra…

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Immersive Spanish - Season 3 - Episode 16: River of Secrets 6:14

1M ago6:14

6:14

This episode of the Immersive Spanish podcast finds Kav and Ana continuing their search for the treasure. They teach you useful Spanish along the way. Follow along with bonus lessons and audios to accompany this adventure at our Patreon. Enrol in the Set Menu Course now at www.immersivespanish.net - a course designed to get you from 'learning' Span…

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Learn Spanish with Music: Échame la culpa ♫ 222 20:18

1M ago20:18

20:18

In this episode, I’m reviewing the lyrics of Échame la Culpa by Luis Fonsi and Demi Lovato. We’ll go line by line, translate the lyrics, and highlight key Spanish grammar and vocabulary you can use in daily conversations. Here’s what you’ll learn: The meaning of Échame la culpa and how to use similar expressions 🫢 The difference between yo entendí …

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Left vs. Right, The Battle for Latin America (Izquierda vs. Derecha, La Batalla por Latinoamérica) 31:51

1M ago31:51

31:51

If you think only North American politics get crazy around, before or after election season, then you're very mistaken: Latin America has a serious problem with political polarization. And the worst part, frankly (as a Latin American myself), is that both sides are very poor at doing their job. Because sadly, both the left and the right wing of pol…

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7 Ways to Use the Verb Echar in Spanish Conversations ♫ 221 20:15

1M ago20:15

20:15

In this episode, we explore 7 ways to use the Spanish verb echar. Learn how to use it in everyday sentences, idiomatic expressions, and reflexive forms. Listen and learn... Common expressions with echar and their real-life applications. How echar is used in Latin Music Actionable steps to incorporate these phrases into your Spanish conversations 🗪 …

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Should Spain Apologize to Latin America? (¿Debería España Pedir Perdón a América Latina?) 30:31

1M ago30:31

30:31

"Spain should ask for forgiveness" - these were the words of Mexico's new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, shortly after being elected. She took it a step further and decided not to invite Spain's King Felipe VI after he failed to respond, and this initiated a grand debate: should Spain apologize for what their ancestors did 500 years ago? Some claim …

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Trump vs. Latin America (Trump vs América Latina) 31:03

2M ago31:03

31:03

Donald Trump is back in power, and he is already taking action to bring mass migration into the US from the south to a screeching halt (understandable based on the numbers we were witnessing, but not a popular decision). But he's also affecting Latin America in many other ways, several of which are extremely harmful for local economies. You see: Do…

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Edmundo Chirinos, The Case that Shocked Venezuela (Edmundo Chirinos, El Caso que Estremeció a Venezuela) 29:23

2M ago29:23

29:23

If you think about a psychiatrist, you usually associate this with someone of very high social standing, and if it's somebody who even served the president, then there's no way they could be a wrongdoer, right? Right...? Wrong. Edmundo Chirinos, despite even being President Hugo Chavez's psychiatrist at one point, led a despicable double life in wh…

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Immersive Spanish - Season 3 - Episode 15: Golden Dilemma 7:52

2M ago7:52

7:52

This episode of the Immersive Spanish podcast finds Kav and Ana continuing their search for the treasure. They teach you useful Spanish along the way. Follow along with bonus lessons and audios to accompany this adventure at our Patreon. Enrol in the Set Menu Course now at www.immersivespanish.net - a course designed to get you from 'learning' Span…

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Why Is Spanish Spoken in Equatorial Guinea? (¿Por Qué se Habla Español en Guinea Ecuatorial?) 28:29

2M ago28:29

28:29

Fine, right off the bat I'm cheating - Equatorial Guinea is NOT a Latin American country, I know... but it's also incredibly linked to the Spanish-speaking culture, and is a case study in itself of how colonization has entirely derailed the future of a nation in good ways and in bad. Equatorial Guinea has a curious story behind it. Unlike with Chri…

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The Day Bolivia Lost its Access to the Ocean (El Día que Bolivia Perdió su Salida al Océano) 29:38

2M ago29:38

29:38

Have you heard of the "War of the Pacific" before? Your mind will inevitably go to WWII, where the American soldiers fought the Japanese in an endless, bloody battle that culminated in the two atomic bombs being launched on Japan, but... That's certainly NOT what this was. What I'm talking about today is the war that occurred between Chile and the …

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The Chavín de Huántar Operation, A Complicated Rescue (La Operación Chavín de Huántar, Un Rescate Complicado) 29:54

3M ago29:54

29:54

On April 22, 1997, at 15:23, one of the world's most incredible military operations occurred on the planet, and you've probably never heard of it... Operation Chavín de Huántar was a surgical military operation that took place after the MRTA (a far left-wing guerrilla movement) took close to 800 hostages at the Japanese Embassy in Lima, Peru. It wa…

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Tren de Aragua, Spreading from Prison to the Continent (El Tren de Aragua, De la Prisión al Continente) 30:36

3M ago30:36

30:36

Few names of Venezuelan gangs and cartels have made as many headlines as El Tren de Aragua, especially in recent months. Named a terrorist organization by President Trump's administration and called "the most disruptive criminal organization operating nowadays in Latin America" by an esteemed Colombian former vice-president, this gang is among the …

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The Puccio Clan, The Dark Secret Behind A Regular Family (El Clan Puccio, El Oscuro Secreto Detrás De Una Familia Común) 28:05

3M ago28:05

28:05

A wealthy and respected family... hiding dark secrets of kidnapping and murder behind the scenes. Nope, it's not your newest documentary on a streaming platform - this actually happened in Argentina in the 1980s, just after the right-wing state terrorism of Operation Condor, when a wide range of corrupt cops and torturers were left unemployed, and …

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[Q&A] How Do I Stop Forgetting Words in Spanish Conversations? ♫ 220 23:54

3M ago23:54

23:54

In this episode, Tamara Marie responds to listener Jo-Anne’s challenges with forgetting words and feeling nervous speaking Spanish with adults. Tamara shares actionable tips for consistent practice, reducing anxiety, and building fluency. In this episode, she covers: Daily Practice: Learn how to schedule consistent, structured conversations with ad…

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Immersive story to learn Spanish 🌿¿Qué es y como funciona la fotosíntesis? (ASMR Interactive Roleplay) 20:39

3M ago20:39

20:39

Hey you! Can't sleep? Would you like me to tell you a biological story while you learn Spanish? Well, relax and get comfortable... ✨✨✨ ➨ Do you have trouble understanding this episode? Join the "Learning Lounge" and download the transcripts in English and Spanish, vocabulary sheets, videos with and without subtitles and activities of this episode t…

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Camilo Cienfuegos, The Guerrilla Who Never Came Back (Camilo Cienfuegos, El Guerrillero que Nunca Regresó) 28:44

3M ago28:44

28:44

Whenever you think of the Cuban Revolution, the first names that come to mind are Fidel and Raul Castro, and Che Guevara - right? But the amazing thing is that there is a name that should always equally appear alongside them, as one of the nicest and kind of the Cuban revolutionaries, who acted as a pacifying presence and kept everyone level-headed…

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Crossing the Andes, The Historic Rivalry between Argentina and Chile (Cruzando la Cordillera, La Rivalidad Histórica entre Argentina y Chile) 30:04

4M ago30:04

30:04

Neighbors, rivals, and sometimes even enemies: Argentina and Chile have long shared the tall but thin mountain range of the Andes as their border, many times coming close to blows over territorial differences, and long eyeing each other with distrust over their neighbor's plans. But both sides have their points to make, their truths, and their reas…

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From Shy to Fluent: How to Gain Confidence in Conversations with Native Speakers 41:28

4M ago41:28

41:28

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 co…

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The Cost of Faith, The Jonestown Massacre (El Costo de la Fe, La Masacre de Jonestown) 30:31

4M ago30:31

30:31

What happened at Jonestown, Guyana, is something that has spawned an immense number of books, movies, and even day-to-day phrases, but what it created the most were questions. The biggest of all: why were his followers so easily convinced to drink the Kool-Aid (literally)? And why didn't anyone see this coming? In this episode of the Learn Spanish …

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[Q&A] How Do I Fix My Vocabulary Gaps to Keep Conversations Flowing? ♫ 219 26:42

4M ago26:42

26:42

In this listener Q&A episode, I’m answering a question from John, a member of the Learn Spanish con Salsa community. John shared his frustration about not knowing words he needs to use during conversations and struggling to keep the flow going. If you’ve ever faced a similar challenge, this episode is for you! I’ll review 7 practical steps to expan…

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Missing but Not Forgotten, the Ayotzinapa 43 (Desaparecidos pero No Olvidados, los 43 de Ayotzinapa) 28:35

4M ago28:35

28:35

Just over 10 years ago, on September 26, 2014, a tragedy occurred in Guerrero, Mexico. 43 students heading to a protest in the capital vanished off the face of the Earth — or actually, they were taken off the face of the Earth. But nobody knew where, and nobody seemed to know who had taken them. All there was, was a flimsy explanation that was quic…

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#25. Practice with words that end in “mente” in Spanish 4:15

4M ago4:15

4:15

Adverbs are words that tell us how an action is done. For example, in the sentence "The person walks slowly," "slowly" is the adverb that tells us how the person walks.In Spanish, many adverbs are formed by adding "-mente" to the end of feminine adjectives that we already know. For example, "lento" becomes "lentamente." It's similar to when in Engl…

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Christmas facts in SPANISH🎄 ¿Cuánto dinero ganan los Latinos en Navidad por decorar casas en USA? (Advanced Spanish Listening Comprehension) 8:11

4M ago8:11

8:11

Did you know that the United States is one of the countries that spends the most money on Christmas? Well, today, you and I will visit one of the most expensive neighborhoods in the United States. And we'll find out how much Americans spend to decorate their homes for Christmas. ✨✨✨ ➨ Do you have trouble understanding this episode? Join the "Learni…

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Biological talk in SPANISH 🕷 ¡Tarántulas: las criaturas más temidas del planeta! ¿Pero son realmente peligrosas? Vamos a averiguarlo. (Advanced Spanish Listening Comprehension) 19:27

4M ago19:27

19:27

How about today, we learn Spanish while we handle tarantulas? ✨✨✨ ➨ Do you have trouble understanding this episode? Join the "Learning Lounge" and download the transcripts in English and Spanish, vocabulary sheets, videos with and without subtitles and activities of this episode to understand and improve your understanding and language skills. ➨ No…

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7 Spanish Phrases to Use at New Year’s Celebrations ♫ 218 24:21

4M ago24:21

24:21

In this festive episode, Tamara Marie shares conversational Spanish phrases for New Year gatherings, including greetings, toasts, and ways to express gratitude. She also explores the backstory of the classic holiday song Feliz Navidad, offering cultural insight and conversation tips to connect with others during the season. Listen now to... Learn 7…

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Immersive Spanish - Season 3 - Episode 14: Beneath the Surface 8:44

4M ago8:44

8:44

This episode of the Immersive Spanish podcast finds Kav and Ana continuing their search for the next clue to find the treasure. They teach you useful Spanish along the way. Follow along with bonus lessons and audios to accompany this adventure at our Patreon. Enrol in the Set Menu Course now at www.immersivespanish.net - a course designed to get yo…

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Latin America Through Humboldt’s Eyes (América Latina a Través de los Ojos de Humboldt) 27:51

4M ago27:51

27:51

Climatology might seem like it's been around forever, but it's actually one of the newer sciences. One of the fathers of this science was Alexander von Humboldt, who traveled to South America and Mexico with one goal in mind—to demystify the New World and illuminate how the so-called "primitive" natives really lived there. In an extended journey ac…

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Announcement from Timothy: New Course! 1:25

4M ago1:25

1:25

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The Bay of Pigs Invasion, a Cold War Failure (La Invasión de Bahía de Cochinos, un Fracaso en la Guerra Fría) 30:24

4M ago30:24

30:24

The U.S. has a shady history in Latin America - we all know this, as much as might love the United States. From the full-blown coups in Operation Condor to CIA involvement in protests, Latin America has often been relegated to becoming "the United States' back yard". But nothing is worse than what happened at the Bay of Pigs. You see, the invasion …

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What's It Like to Be an Expat in Colombia? (Interview with Jamarr Black, Part 2) ♫ 102 30:05

5M ago30:05

30:05

Can you imagine living on only $300 USD/month? That's exactly what Jamarr Black did when he first moved to Cali, Colombia. In part 2 of our conversation, Jamarr shares how much money you need to live comfortably in Cali--including the cost of health care. I asked him about the best places to dance salsa in the area, and how Americans are treated by…

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The Pastry Wars, An Outrageous Claim (La Guerra de los Pasteles, Una Reclamación Insólita) 30:02

5M ago30:02

30:02

Mexico has been through its fair share of injustice when it comes to foreign powers, and I'm not even talking of that time when they signed away 55% of its territory to the United States of America, but of something much more ridiculous. You see, in the 1830s, a small dispute over a local bakery turned into an international geopolitical conflict be…

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Spanish Language Immersion in Colombia (Interview with Jamarr Black, Part 1) ♫ 101 25:25

5M ago25:25

25:25

Every thought about leaving behind your life in the US an moving abroad? In my interview with Jamarr Black, he shares why he decided to leave his job as a technical writer in Washington, DC to move to Cali, Colombia and how he got there on a $5 flight. He also talks about how he overcame the frustration of being the only non-native Spanish speaker …

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Latin America's Billionaires, Beyond Wealth (Multimillonarios de América Latina, Más Allá de la Riqueza) 28:29

5M ago28:29

28:29

Billionaires, whether you love them or hate them, have shaped a big part of the modern tech world, and are well-known for building some of the most impressive business ventures. Latin America, though not a Silicon Valley, has individuals who have amassed a large amount of their own wealth, whether through going big on a single startup or by patient…

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#24. Situations where you need to know how to use formal commands in Spanish 2:42

5M ago2:42

2:42

In this podcast, we explore "formal commands" in Spanish, those commands that we use with respect and professionalism in various situations. 🧑‍🏫 Join us on a journey full of everyday examples so you can see when and how to use these commands in real life.👨‍🏫 What will you learn? This podcast teaches you the benefits of using formal commands, especi…

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The Mayan Civilization, From its Splendor to its Rebirth (La Civilización Maya, Del Esplendor al Renacimiento) 29:12

5M ago29:12

29:12

The Mayan Civilization has long been held in an air of mystery - we're familiar with how the infamous calendar made everybody think the world was ending in 2012, due to how accurately the Mayans had mapped out the cycles and astronomy in such a primitive time. But there is more to the Mayans than apocalyptical scenarios and astronomy. In fact, they…

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Immersive Spanish - Season 3 - Episode 13: A Watery Escape 6:47

5M ago6:47

6:47

This episode of the Immersive Spanish podcast finds Kav and Ana continuing their search for the next clue to find the treasure. They teach you useful Spanish along the way. Follow along with bonus lessons and audios to accompany this adventure at our Patreon. Enrol in the Set Menu Course now at www.immersivespanish.net - a course designed to get yo…

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The Black Expat: Creating a New Life in Spain 🇪🇸 Pt. I (Interview with Kai Cesaire, Kai's Foreign Adventures) ♫ 95 36:03

5M ago36:03

36:03

Do you dream about leaving everything behind and moving to a Spanish-speaking country? 💼 If you're thinking about taking the leap, then you'll want to hear Kai Cesaire's story. Kai runs a YouTube channel called Kai's Foreign Adventures where you can find out anything you need to know about moving to and living in Spain from the experience of an Afr…

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Discovering Belize, a Journey Through Its Hidden Wonders (Descubriendo Belice, un Viaje por sus Maravillas Ocultas) 28:14

5M ago28:14

28:14

Belize is a country you rarely hear about, but we can promise you: it is actually one of the most interesting in all of Latin America. With possibly one of the most interesting and diverse mix of ethnicities and cultures, Belize stands out from other nations as Spanish is *not* an official language here. So today, we will accompany our traveling fr…

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#23. Spanish adjectives that are shortened in front of singular masculine nouns 8:58

5M ago8:58

8:58

Today, Carolina will show us 10 cases in which adjectives change shape when they are in front of masculine nouns in Spanish, and will give us fun tips to remember why it happens.We will use simple sentences. The important thing is to know how to differentiate and recognize when it comes to adjectives in front of masculine nouns.You will learn to di…

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