Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations are unique moments of gathering. This time of year usually finds us very tired, but these get-togethers give us new energy. Saying goodbye to the year is a deeply rooted tradition in Latin America.

One of the last episodes of the year. In this case, a very interesting episode with rich historical content. What is the true origin of the Spanish language? The language has influence from Latin tongues but also from Arab culture. This exchange occurred through conquests and territorial struggles. Yet little is said about this. It is believed that 4,000 words come from that culture.

Errors are part of the process of learning a new language. That's why we wanted to make this episode, to help you identify them faster. This way, you'll improve your Spanish because there's nothing better than correcting them to increase your fluency when speaking, writing, and listening.

In this episode, we talk about the things that make you Latino—those customs and traditions that are honored whether or not you live in your country of origin. There's a big debate surrounding these topics, but that doesn't mean the answers have to be definitive. We also discuss one of the most visited places in Latin America: Medellín, a highly touristic city in Colombia.

El Español Neutro is a variant of Spanish that appears in translations of movies from English. Although it has many cultural references and everyday uses, it is less used in daily life than people think. Is it useful? How does it differ from other languages?

In the final episode of our 2nd season, we analyze the entire process. There were plenty of fun and light-hearted moments that made us laugh, but also some challenging and not-so-glamorous experiences. There was a bit of everything.

Life in Latin America is often associated with various beliefs that are incorrect. This episode of our podcast explains the most common ones: the Spanish language, insecurity, spicy food, and the different ethnicities that make up this community.

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The reason it's the "Lunfardo", a popular slang that was originated in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Over time, lunfardo spread through tango and popular culture, incorporating words and expressions from various languages, such as Italian.