Andrea La Mexicana

Why do Mexicans joke about death? 💀

In Mexico, death isn't always a serious or scary subject. Sometimes, we even laugh about it!

In this special Día de Muertos episode, we'll explore why Mexicans have such a unique relationship with death, discover everyday Spanish expressions, and talk about the meaning behind this beautiful Mexican tradition.

Can laughing about death actually make it less frightening?

Grab your headphones, practice your Spanish listening skills, and enjoy this episode in Spanish!

💬 Question of the day: Does your culture also use humor when talking about death?

⚠️ Spoiler warning: This episode contains spoilers for The Walking Dead.After 11 seasons and 177 episodes… I finally finished The Walking Dead. 🧟‍♀️

I started watching this show when I was a teenager, and more than a decade later, I finally made it to the end. So… was it worth it?In this episode, we’re talking about my journey with The Walking Dead, the characters, the villains, the moments that stayed with me, and everything I thought after finally finishing the series.

Grab your headphones and let’s talk zombies… in Spanish.

🗣️✨👩‍🏫 https://patreon.com/andrealamexicana Have you ever heard someone say, "We need to talk..." and immediately assumed the worst?

Sometimes, the phrases we use to calm someone down actually make them panic even more!

In this episode, we're talking about those expressions we use before delivering bad news.

🎧 Grab your headphones, practice your Spanish listening skills, and enjoy!

💬 What's one phrase that immediately makes you nervous when someone says it?

Have you ever come across an opportunity that seemed too good to be true?

In this episode, I'm sharing one of the craziest experiences of my life: how a promising job opportunity in Mexico turned into something I never expected.

What started with excitement and high expectations quickly became a series of unexpected situations that made me question everything.

How did I end up in this situation?

And when did I realize something wasn't right?

🎧 Grab your headphones and enjoy this story in Spanish!

Could you spend an entire week without your phone?

📱In this episode, I’m sharing what happened when I unexpectedly had to spend almost a week without mine.

What started as an inconvenient situation quickly turned into an unexpected experiment that made me think about my relationship with technology and just how much our phones have become part of our everyday lives.

Was it a much-needed digital detox… or did I realize I need my phone more than I thought? 👀

🎧 Grab your headphones and enjoy this episode in Spanish!

I’ve had many different bosses throughout my life; some strict, some relaxed, some inspiring, and some who taught me unexpected lessons. In this episode, I’m sharing what I learned from the different leadership styles I experienced and how those lessons have shaped the way I work today.I’m genuinely grateful for every person who gave me an opportunity, trusted me, taught me something, or helped me grow along the way. ❤️🎧 Grab your headphones and enjoy this episode in Spanish!

I’ve always imagined myself living a simple, “hippie” life in Mexico… but apparently, not everyone agrees that I’m actually a hippie. 😂So, what does being a hippie really mean? In this episode, we’re finding out together. 🌼✌️A fun Spanish podcast episode for learners who want to practice listening while exploring a very unexpected question: Am I really a hippie?

We made it to Episode 100!

In this very special milestone episode, I’m taking a pause to look back at the journey that brought us here. From why I first hit record and the lessons I’ve learned along the way, to a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of this community. Sometimes we forget to celebrate the wins, but this one is huge.

¡Gracias, chicos! 💕

🗣️✨👩‍🏫 https://patreon.com/andrealamexicana Ever wonder why so many of us who build a life abroad secretly dream of returning home?

In Episode 99, I'm sharing an honest conversation sparked by a student's question about whether I plan to live the rest of my life in Canada.

Tune in as I open up about the clash between building stability abroad versus craving the warmth of our roots, and why growing old in Mexico feels like home.

🗣️✨👩‍🏫 https://patreon.com/andrealamexicana Ever caught yourself saying something the exact wrong way for years?

In Episode 98, I’m getting completely vulnerable and sharing the most embarrassing English words and pronunciation blunders I made my whole life; yes, even as a Spanish teacher! Today we are laughing at our own mistakes so you can feel confident speaking without fear (o con poquito menos miedo)...