Join Jim and May on the Learn Spanish and Go Podcast as they share their favorite Spanish music. Jim, a metalhead with a soft spot for Gipsy Kings and Spanish pop/rock, will surprise you with his love for Spanish hits. May shares her favorite pop and powerful female singers like Natalia Lafourcade, Elsa y Elmar, and a her new favorite band from Argentina. Not only will you discover new music, but you'll also learn Spanish through natural conversation, music vocabulary and phrases. Improve your Spanish while learning about some of the most iconic Spanish songs out there!

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• 108 - Errores en la Música en Español | Errors in Spanish Music
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This is the exclusive audio breakdown section for episode 147 - Reseñando Nuestra Música Favorita en Español | Reviewing Our Favorite Music in Spanish.

In this episode, we're tackling something that's been on our minds lately... filler words! Specifically, we've noticed that we've been saying "así es" a little too often, and we want to mix it up a bit for our own benefit and for all of you out there who are learning Spanish with us. So, we decided to share some alternative filler words that you can use to say "that's right" in Spanish! And as always, if you have any other suggestions for filler words or phrases, let us know in the comments.

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• 020 - Muletillas del Español | Filler Words in Spanish
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This is the exclusive audio breakdown section for episode 146 - Muletillas del Español Parte 2 | Filler Words in Spanish Part 2.

In today's episode, we're talking about Spanish nicknames. Our guest is Paulísima, a teacher at Spring Languages who is originally from Cancún, Mexico. Paulísima shares some common Spanish nicknames and explains the stories behind them. She'll also discusses some nicknames that are commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries but might be considered inappropriate or offensive in other countries, such as prieto or gordo. In addition, Paulísima shares some tips for how to appropriately use nicknames with friends and family in a Spanish-speaking setting. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of Spanish nicknames with Paulísima!

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• Watch our collaboration with Spring Languages here!
• 137 - El Secreto para Hablar Varios Idiomas | The Secret to Speaking Several Languages with Benny Lewis
• 140 - Lenguas e Identidad con Jo Franco | Languages and Identity with Jo Franco
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This is the exclusive audio breakdown section for episode 145 - Apodos Mexicanos con Paulísima | Mexican Nicknames with Paulísima.

Costa Rica is a tropical paradise located between the Caribbean and Pacific oceans. From its white sand beaches to its lush rainforests, Costa Rica has something for everyone. In this episode of the podcast, we explore what makes Costa Rica such an incredible destination. We will learn about the country’s history, culture, and attractions that make it one of Central America’s most popular tourist destinations.

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• 042 - Pura Vida con Carlota Morales | Pure Life with Carlota Morales
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Start the year off with a routine that will help you stay focused and productive. In this episode, we explore how exercise, writing, reading, meditation, and affirmations can improve our productivity and self-esteem. And somehow, we manage to tie it all together to learning Spanish and accomplishing whatever you put your mind to. 😅 Let’s start the year off right together with successful routine to keep us on track to accomplish our goals. ¡Feliz Año Nuevo!

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• Mañanas milagrosas (Spanish Edition)
• The Miracle Morning (English Edition)
• The Libby by Overdrive App
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This is the exclusive audio breakdown section for episode 143 - Empieza el Año Así | Start the New Year Like This.