Episodios

  • 🎙️ Basic Spanish Conversations: Julio Iglesias Takes Over July

    🎙️ Basic Spanish Conversations: Julio Iglesias Takes Over July
    Jul 13 2025
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    🎤 Why is Julio Iglesias all over Spanish-speaking memes every July?

    In thIis special July episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, Marco dives into the world of internet memes featuring Spanish singer Julio Iglesias.

    📆 You’ll learn who Julio is, why his face appears every July.


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    6 m
  • "Caro" or "CarRrRrRooo"? 🚗 Spanish Minimal Pairs (Replay)

    "Caro" or "CarRrRrRooo"? 🚗 Spanish Minimal Pairs (Replay)
    Jul 8 2025
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    Did you know a small sound can make a big difference in Spanish? Like the difference between "caro" and "carro"?

    In this episode, you'll learn about minimal pairs (similar-sounding word pairs) and how they can sharpen your Spanish listening skills.

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    8 m
  • 📚 A Book for This Summer: La Aventura de Luna 😺

    📚 A Book for This Summer: La Aventura de Luna 😺
    Jun 15 2025
    📙 Read "La Aventura de Luna", a Spanish beginner book, and have fun while improving your Spanish.

    This captivating tale follows Luna, a curious cat who embarks on an adventure to find her way back home 😺

    Join Luna on her journey and enhance your Spanish skills. With 30 easy-to-follow chapters, read one per day for consistent practice for a FULL MONTH ⬇️
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    ¡Hasta pronto!

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    3 m
  • ☀️ Your Summer Plans… en Español (Replay)

    ☀️ Your Summer Plans… en Español (Replay)
    Jun 10 2025
    🌎 Get ready for your next trip en español with our FREE Spanish Adventures Companion.

    🌴 Planning your summer adventures?

    Learn essential summer vocabulary in Spanish. Perfect for beginners who want to talk about their vacaciones like a native!

    📚 Study along with the summary on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️
    https://latinele.com/summer-vocabulary-in-spanish/

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    8 m
  • 80. Finale: Spanish for Lovers & Haters Alike! ❤️💢

    80. Finale: Spanish for Lovers & Haters Alike! ❤️💢
    May 12 2025
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    In this special final episode, learn how to express strong feelings en español — whether you're all about the love or ready to rant! 💘😡

    You’ll discover how to say “I love it!”, “I hate it!”, and more using verbs like gustar, amar, and odiar.

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    Summary ⬇️

    ✅ Expressing Likes
    Me gusta = I like
    Example: Me gusta este podcast. (I like this podcast)

    Amo = I love
    Example: Amo este libro. (I love this book)

    ❌ Expressing Dislikes

    No me gusta = I don’t like
    Example: No me gusta esta canción. (I don’t like this song)
    Odio = I hate
    Example: Odio este programa. (I hate this show)

    💡 Pro Tip: Add a description after “es” to explain your opinion:
    Es divertido (It’s fun)

    Es aburrido (It’s boring)

    Questions in the practice section: ¿Qué cosas amas? ¿Qué cosas odias?

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    6 m
  • 🛎️ Spanish Check-In Without Freaking Out (Replay)

    🛎️ Spanish Check-In Without Freaking Out (Replay)
    May 5 2025
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    Planning a trip to Latin America? Learn how to confidently check in at your hotel with this episode!

    In this fun and practical lesson, you’ll get:

    🛎️ A simulated dialogue at the hotel front desk
    🛎️ Essential phrases for smooth check-in conversations
    🛎️ Key vocabulary to navigate hotel-related situations in Spanish

    Perfect for beginners getting ready to travel! 🌎✨

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    https://latinele.com/hotel-vocabulary-in-spanish/

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    8 m
  • 🏝️ Vacation Mode: Spanish Essentials You Need (Course "Go Places With Spanish")

    🏝️ Vacation Mode: Spanish Essentials You Need (Course "Go Places With Spanish")
    Apr 28 2025
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    ☀️ Planning your next adventure? In this episode, learn essential Spanish vocabulary for your summer trip and how to give advice en español. Get ready to travel with confidence! 🧳✨

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    5 m
  • 79. 🍸 Ready for the Bar? Spanish Drinks You Should Know

    79. 🍸 Ready for the Bar? Spanish Drinks You Should Know
    Apr 18 2025
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    🍷 Ready to hit the bar en español?

    In this episode, learn common Spanish drink names through a fun and easy dialogue.

    Perfect for your next night out!

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    5 m