¡espaÑolismo!

Bienvenidos a espaÑolismo, el podcast donde exploramos las ricas culturas hispanas del mundo. Soy Yana y te invito a un viaje por Puerto Rico 🇵🇷, Cuba 🇨🇺, y la República Dominicana 🇩🇴, lleno de la historia, 🎶 la música, la danza 💃🏾 y la gastronomía 🥘 .

Welcome to espaÑolismo, the podcast where we explore the rich variety of Hispanic cultures around the world. I'm Yana, and I invite you on a sound journey through Puerto Rico 🇵🇷, Cuba 🇨🇺, and the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴, filled with their unique history, 🎶 music, dance 💃🏾, and gastronomy 🥘.

Level: intermediate, B1

Agradecimientos especiales a Monument Music por nuestra música de intro y outro, "Fiesta Forever!" 🎶: https://pixabay.com/music/bossa-nova-fiesta-forever-165168/

¿Quieres más? Únete a mi Patreon 🎉 por solo $5/mes para acceso a:

Want more? Come join my Patreon where for only $5/month, members on the paid tier get access to:

• Presentación a todo color y transcripción de este episodio, con fotos de las culturas caribeñas

• full-colour presentation & transcript for this episode featuring photos of the content of the episode

• Transcripciones completas de espaÑolismo ✍️

  full transcripts of the episodes!

• Recursos en PDF de diálogos y lecturas 📚

  PDF resources like dialogues and readings!

• Episodios extra 🎁

  Bonus episodes!

¡En el nivel gratuito, puedes leer mi blog en español! On the free tier, come check out my blog in Spanish!

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También, ven y únete a mi grupo de Facebook de español para estar al día con eventos, grupos de conversación online gratuitos y publicaciones sobre culturas hispanas y el aprendizaje del español. ¡Te esperamos! 

Come join my Spanish Facebook group to stay updated on events, free online conversation groups, and posts related to Hispanic cultures around the world and learning the Spanish language. Hope to see you there!

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© 2025, Johannah Shepherd

¡Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio de espaÑolismo!

Acompáñame en un viaje vibrante a Miami, la ciudad del sol y la playa. Descubre la cultura latina de la Calle Ocho 🇨🇺🇵🇷, los sabores del mofongo, la majestuosidad del Hotel Biltmore, y la sorprendente vida salvaje 🦚🦎. Comparto mis aventuras, y también unos consejos de viajero 🚌,. ¡No te pierdas esta inmersión en la cultura, la gastronomía y la magia de Miami! ✨

¿Quieres ver la transcripción de este episodio y una presentación con las fotos que tomé? Puedes obtener todo esto en Patreon, donde nuestros suscriptores de pago tienen acceso a una creciente biblioteca de recursos para aprender español. El enlace está aquí 🔗...

https://www.patreon.com/colibritutoringspanish

On my Patreon, for $5/month, subscribers receive full transcriptions of my Spanish language podcast espaÑolismo, plus PDF resources for learning grammar and vocab, cultural insights from all over the Spanish speaking world, and bonus episodes! On the free tier, get access to my blog in Spanish!

Check out the full-colour presentation and transcript for this episode featuring my photos from the trip, available here:

https://www.patreon.com/colibritutoringspanish

Also come check out my Spanish Facebook group for info on current happenings, free online conversation groups, and posts related to Hispanic cultures around the world and learning the Spanish language.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/colibritutoringspanishgroup

Gracias to Monument Music for the intro and outro music, Fiesta Forever!

https://pixabay.com/music/bossa-nova-fiesta-forever-165168/

🎙️ Episodio 6: Mi experiencia en AmeriCorps

📍 En 2011, trabajé como voluntaria en un programa de AmeriCorps en East Boston, promoviendo estilos de vida saludables en la comunidad. ¡Mis habilidades de comunicación en español mejoraron mucho al usarlo en el trabajo diariamente! A través de programas extracurriculares 🏀 con niños, clases de natación y entrenamientos de fútbol ⚽, aprendí valiosas lecciones sobre el servicio comunitario y el impacto positivo que puede tener en la vida de muchas personas.

📢 Nota importante:

Como alumna del programa AmeriCorps (sin ninguna afiliación actual), apoyo profundamente este programa y la causa del servicio comunitario. Con los recortes recientes que han afectado a muchos voluntarios y comunidades, es más importante que nunca respaldar iniciativas como AmeriCorps. Si ustedes también valoran el trabajo comunitario, los invito a involucrarse y a apoyar programas que realmente marcan la diferencia. 🌟

¡La transcripción completa está en mi Patreon! ➡ ️ Por solo 5$ al mes, podrán leer sobre mis aventuras mientras escuchan... también accederán a una biblioteca creciente de recursos para aprender el español.

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Nivel: intermedio, B1

🎙️ Episode 6: My AmeriCorps Experience

📍 In 2011, I volunteered for an AmeriCorps program in East Boston, promoting healthy lifestyles in the community. My Spanish communication skills got so much better from using it on the job daily! Through after-school programs 🏀 with children, swimming lessons, and soccer coaching ⚽, I learned valuable lessons about community service and the positive impact it can have on many people's lives.

📢 Important note:

As an AmeriCorps alumna (with no current affiliation), I deeply support this program and the cause of community service. With recent cuts affecting many volunteers and communities, it's more important than ever to support initiatives like AmeriCorps. If you also value community work, I invite you to get involved and support programs that truly make a difference. 🌟

The full transcript is on my Patreon! ➡️ For just $5 a month, you can read about my adventures while you listen... and you'll also get access to a growing library of Spanish learning resources.

https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-podcast-129385962?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Level: intermediate, B1

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¡Nuevo episodio! 🎧🇪🇸 ¡Acompáñame en mi viaje inolvidable a Madrid en abril de 2011! ☀️ Exploré el arte 🎨, la arquitectura magnífica 🏛️, probé la deliciosa gastronomía 😋 y disfruté de la animada vida de esta vibrante ciudad.

¡La transcripción completa está en mi Patreon! ➡️ Por solo 5$ al mes, sumérgete en el corazón de Madrid conmigo y lee sobre mis aventuras... también accederás a una biblioteca creciente de recursos para aprender el español.

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Nuestra música de intro/outro de hoy es 'Prajna's Flamenco Dance' de Andrea Good, una pista libre de derechos de Pixabay. Canción usada bajo la licencia de contenido abierto de Pixabay.

https://pixabay.com/music/acoustic-group-prajnax27s-flamenco-dance-206506/  

New episode! 🎙️🇪🇸 Relive my unforgettable trip to Madrid in 2011! ☀️ I explored the art 🎨, the magnificent architecture 🏛️, sampled the delicious cuisine 😋, and enjoyed the vibrant life within this amazing city.

The full transcript awaits you on my Patreon! ➡️ For only $5 a month, gain access to this, as well as a growing library of resources for learning Spanish!

⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/colibritutoringspanish⁠⁠⁠

Level: intermediate, B1-B2

Today’s intro/outro music features 'Prajna's Flamenco Dance' by Andrea Good, a free track from Pixabay.  This song was used under the Pixabay open content license.

https://pixabay.com/music/acoustic-group-prajnax27s-flamenco-dance-206506/  

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Join my Patreon as a free member and you’ll get access to my Spanish language and culture blog! And by becoming a Patreon paid subscriber, for $5/month, you'll gain exclusive access to the full transcript for this podcast and other valuable resources to support your Spanish language journey.

⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/colibritutoringspanish⁠⁠

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Colibri Tutoring website

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Disclaimer: All voice recordings and performances in this podcast are protected under the creator’s rights. Without express prior authorization in writing, any reproduction, distribution or use—explicitly including training or use with artificial intelligence systems (e.g., deep learning, voice cloning)—is prohibited. All rights reserved.

© 2025, Johannah Shepherd

💰 Did you know cacao beans were once used as currency? 

🎧 How in the world is chocolate made from cacao beans?

🍫 Unravel the captivating history of this beloved treat!

Explore the origins of cacao, beloved plant of the Mayans and Aztecs, discover its “royal reception” in Spain 👑 and trace its global transformation into the sweet sensation we know today. 🌍 From its bitter tasting beginnings to sweet artisanal bonbons, prepare to be amazed by the history of chocolate! 🎧 Tune in for a delectable adventure! 🍫

Level: intermediate, B2

Gracias to ⁠Monument Music⁠ for the intro/outro music!

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Join my Patreon as a free member and you’ll get access to my Spanish language and culture blog! And by becoming a Patreon paid subscriber, for $5/month, you'll gain exclusive access to the full transcript for this podcast (featuring a presentation with full colour photos!) and other valuable resources to support your Spanish language journey.

⁠https://www.patreon.com/colibritutoringspanish⁠

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Facebook group for Spanish language and Hispanic cultures

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Colibri Tutoring website

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© 2025, Johannah Shepherd

❄️ Recuerdos en la Nieve ❄️

En este episodio, viajo a través de mis recuerdos nevados: los días fríos que se quedaban grabados en mi mente, las calles cubiertas de blanco y la magia de la nieve cayendo en silencio. Desde momentos de infancia hasta viajes inolvidables, comparto cómo la nieve ha tejido historias en mi vida. 🌨️✨ ¡Acompáñenme y disfruten de la belleza del invierno!

❄️ Snowy Memories ❄️

In this episode, I travel through my snowy memories—the cold days that left a lasting impression, the streets covered in white, and the magic of snow falling in silence. From childhood moments to unforgettable trips, I share how snow has woven stories into my life. 🌨️✨ Join me as we enjoy the beauty of winter!

~yana

Level: intermediate, B1

Gracias to Monument Music for the intro music & to Piano_Music for the lovely snowy music!

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Join my Patreon as a free member and you’ll get access to my Spanish language and culture blog! And by becoming a Patreon paid subscriber, for $5/month, you'll gain exclusive access to the full transcript for this podcast (featuring snowy photos!) and other valuable resources to support your Spanish language journey.

https://www.patreon.com/colibritutoringspanish

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Facebook group for Spanish language and Hispanic cultures

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© 2025, Johannah Shepherd

¡Hola! I'm Yana, and I'm passionate about the Spanish language. In this episode of espaÑolismo, I'll share my personal journey with Spanish, from childhood experiences to my adventures teaching and connecting with other language lovers.

Gracias to Monument Music for the intro and outro music, Fiesta Forever!

https://pixabay.com/music/bossa-nova-fiesta-forever-165168/ 

¡Únanse al grupo de Facebook de espaÑolismo!

Join our Facebook group:

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This is a space for Spanish speakers of all levels to connect, share related posts, and find out about upcoming online conversation groups.

Here you can:

• Practice your Spanish: Engage in conversations, ask questions, and share your language learning experiences.
• Share your cultural experiences: for example, post a pic of that great taco you had at an authentic taquería!
• Ask questions: Pose your questions about Spanish grammar & vocabulary.
• Stay in touch: stay updated on upcoming events, like Spanish conversation groups online.

Join my Patreon!

On my Patreon, for $5/month, subscribers receive full transcriptions of this podcast, PDF lessons, language learning tips, cultural insights from all over the Spanish speaking world, and more!

https://www.patreon.com/colibritutoringspanish ⁠

© 2025, Johannah Shepherd

Bienvenid@s tod@s to the first episode of ¡espaÑolismo!

In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing my amazing madrastra (stepmom) from Perú. We dive into her incredible story, her experiences growing up in Perú, and the challenges and joys of living in a new country. From the rich culture of Lima to the beautiful landscapes of the Andes, we will explore the experiences that she has had in her home country. Join us for an interesting discussion of Peruvian culture, including baile and fiestas!

Come check out our Facebook group for info on current happenings, free conversation groups, and posts related to the Hispanic community and the Spanish language.

espaÑolismo - Spanish conversation & culture group

¡Vengan a mi Patreon para ver más contenido! Come visit my Patreon page for more content! Paid subscribers receive full transcriptions of the episodes, Spanish language tutorials, language learning tips, cultural insights from all over the Spanish speaking world, and more!

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Music Credits:

• Intro & outro music: Fiesta Forever by Monument Music — gracias! (free from Pixabay, used under Pixabay’s royalty-free Content License) 

  https://pixabay.com/music/bossa-nova-fiesta-forever-165168/

© 2025, Johannah Shepherd, Colibrí Tutoring

Disclaimer: All voice recordings and performances in this podcast are protected under the creator’s rights. Without express prior authorization in writing, any reproduction, distribution or use—explicitly including training or use with artificial intelligence systems (e.g., deep learning, voice cloning)—is prohibited. All rights reserved.