Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish

In this episode, we explore 7 ways to use the Spanish verb echar. Learn how to use it in everyday sentences, idiomatic expressions, and reflexive forms.

Listen and learn...

• Common expressions with echar and their real-life applications.
• How echar is used in Latin Music
• Actionable steps to incorporate these phrases into your Spanish conversations

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In this episode, Tamara Marie responds to listener Jo-Anne’s challenges with forgetting words and feeling nervous speaking Spanish with adults. 

Tamara shares actionable tips for consistent practice, reducing anxiety, and building fluency.

In this episode, she covers:

• Daily Practice: Learn how to schedule consistent, structured conversations with adults in Spanish.
• Stress-Free Learning: Discover techniques like meditation and yoga to ease speaking anxiety.
• Real-Life Tips: Practice everyday Spanish with grocery lists and common conversation phrases. 

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Do you ever get nervous when someone asks you a question in Spanish?

Has your mind ever gone completely blank when you're trying to respond, even if you KNOW you know what you want to say?

In this episode, you'll hear from Dani Dancing -- a Spanish learner like you who was able to shed her fear of speaking Spanish and get more comfortable having conversations.

She shares how she was able to conquer her anxiety when talking to native Spanish speakers, and how she found a better way to approach the language by setting effective goals after she joined the Spanish Fluency Club.

Listen to find out how you can develop your own plan of action to speak more Spanish without being anxious.

Join the Spanish Fluency Club and speak Spanish with confidence!

Learn more at >> https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/join 

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In this listener Q&A episode,  I’m answering a question from John, a member of the Learn Spanish con Salsa community.

John shared his frustration about not knowing words he needs to use during conversations and struggling to keep the flow going.

If you’ve ever faced a similar challenge, this episode is for you!

I’ll review 7 practical steps to expand your vocabulary, build confidence, and keep your Spanish conversations smooth and natural.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to take advantage of forgetting words to improve your vocabulary 💡
• Tamara’s favorite resource to help you keep track of words you don’t know how to say in Spanish📱
• 3 Spanish phrases to use when you get stuck in conversation so you don’t have to revert to English 🫢
• The best way to learn and recall new vocabulary when you need to use it 🧠

Listen to this episode for actionable tips to keep your Spanish conversations flowing.

Resources:

• Quizlet: quizlet.com – Create and review flashcards
• Anki vs. Quizlet: The Best App to Learn Spanish Vocabulary
• Episode 49: La forma correcta de aprender vocabulario nuevo (The Right Way to Learn New Vocabulary) 

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In this festive episode, Tamara Marie shares conversational Spanish phrases for New Year gatherings, including greetings, toasts, and ways to express gratitude.

She also explores the backstory of the classic holiday song Feliz Navidad, offering cultural insight and conversation tips to connect with others during the season.

Listen now to...

• Learn 7 Spanish phrases to use during New Year’s celebrations 🍾
• Hear the inspiring story behind a classic Latin American holiday song (you might be surprised where it's really from) 🎶
• Find out how to connect with friends and family during the holidays by improving your Spanish vocabulary 🤗
  
  

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Decoding 'Despacito': An Oral History of Latin Music (Interview with author Leila Cobo, VP at Billboard) ♫ 121
• Feliz Navidad

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Can you imagine living on only $300 USD/month? 

That's exactly what Jamarr Black did when he first moved to Cali, Colombia.

In part 2 of our conversation, Jamarr shares how much money you need to live comfortably in Cali--including the cost of health care.

I asked him about the best places to dance salsa in the area, and how Americans are treated by the locals and the police.

Jamarr also shares his #1 piece of advice for anyone thinking about moving abroad but is still on the fence.

Learn Colombian Spanish with Maribel 🇨🇴 

Resources Mentioned 

• Tarjimly - Volunteer to be an interpreter
• Hola Cali City

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Every thought about leaving behind your life in the US an moving abroad?

In my interview with Jamarr Black, he shares why he decided to leave his job as a technical writer in Washington, DC to move to Cali, Colombia and how he got there on a $5 flight.

He also talks about how he overcame the frustration of being the only non-native Spanish speaker in a conversation and not understanding what was happening around him.

Jamarr gives his recommendations on how to prepare before complete immersion in a Spanish-speaking country, and gives an overview of the different Colombian Spanish accents.

Tune in to learn some caleño Spanish phrases you won't find in Google translate.

Learn Colombian Spanish with Maribel 🇨🇴

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Do you dream about leaving everything behind and moving to a Spanish-speaking country? 💼

If you're thinking about taking the leap, then you'll want to hear Kai Cesaire's story.

Kai runs a YouTube channel called Kai's Foreign Adventures where you can find out anything you need to know about moving to and living in Spain from the experience of an African-American. 🇪🇸 ✊🏽

Kai lives in Spain and he speaks Castilian Spanish.

In part 1 of our conversation he shares why he decided to move to Spain and how he was able to meet people in different regions of the country.

Kai also explains how to find job opportunities and which language is in highest demand if you want to work in Spain.

We also touch on the cost of living and his experience with the Spanish healthcare system after he became very ill when he first moved there, and I think you'll be surprised by what happened when he checked out of the hospital.

At the end I give an update on what's going on with Kai since we originally spoke back in October 2020.

Links
YouTube: Kai's Foreign Adventures
Instagram: @kai.cesaire
Listen to Part 2: The Black Expat: Creating a New Life in Spain Pt. II (Interview with Kai Cesaire, Kai's Foreign Adventures) ♫ 96

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In this episode, we’re reviewing the lyrics to Siembra by Panamanian singer and songwriter Rubén Blades and Puerto Rican singer and trombonist Willie Colón.

You'll learn the song lyrics with the meaning and English translation, along with 9 Spanish words & phrases you can use in conversation.

What You'll Learn in This Episode: 

• 3 common Spanish phrases with the verb recoger that you can use in daily conversation 🫳🏽
• The preposition you have to say before a verb when referring to a person (hint: it's just one letter, but it's an important one)
• How to say you reap what you sow in Spanish 👨🏽‍🌾
• The two different ways to say fruit in Spanish and the meanings of each word 🍇

Listen to this episode to add another classic salsa song to your playlist and learn more conversational Latin American Spanish.

Resources:

• Siembra (Lyrics Video)
• Ramón Betances (El Padre de la Patria de Puerto Rico 🇵🇷)
• UnidosUS, previously known as NCLR (National Council of La Raza)
• Spanish Grammar Mastery Course

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In today’s episode, we’re talking about politics – but don’t worry, we’re keeping it interesting. 😉 

With the U.S. election happening right now and a lot of political news coming out of Latin America, it’s the perfect time to brush up on some Spanish phrases for political conversations. 

Whether you want to jump into a discussion, ask questions, or just understand what people are saying, we’ve got you covered. 🎉 

What You'll Learn in This Episode: 

• How to talk about how you feel about the election (or if you don't want to discuss it at all 😬)
• Which Latin American countries already have women in political leadership, including Vice Presidents and Presidents ♀️
• Basic phrases you can use to ask your Spanish-speaking conversation partners about the government in Latin America 🌎

Listen to this episode so you can be prepared when you're asked about the US election. 

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