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Cosas Que Nos Gustan de Cuenca - Things We Like About Cuenca
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Before we arrived in Cuenca, Ecuador, we didn’t really know what to expect. We had heard that it was a fairly popular expat destination, but that wa...
Comidas Callejeras de México - Street Food in Mexico
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mexican street food comes in many shapes, sizes, and degrees of spiciness. Sure, a lot of it has a corn base, a guiso, and salsa, but there’s much m...
Palabras del Español que no Existen en Inglés Parte 1 - Words in Spanish That Don’t Exist in English Part 1
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most beautiful things about learning a different language is discovering new words that don’t have an easy translation into English. Some...
Conversaciones en Español con Alba - Conversations in Spanish with Alba
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listening to real Spanish conversations is really one of the best ways to learn the language. That’s why we were thrilled to meet Alba and Joel, hos...
7 Frases Curiosas de Papás Mexicanos - 7 Curious Phrases from Mexican Dads
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fathers around the world are known to say some typical “dad” things. But what do dads say to their kids in Mexico? In this episode, we’re celebr...
Sobre Ecuador - About Ecuador
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ecuador is a country that seemingly has it all. Located on the equator on the west cost of South America, the Republic of Ecuador is full of biodivers...
Cómo nos Impactó Nicaragua - How Nicaragua Impacted Us
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nicaragua is a country that caught us by surprise. After spending a month just outside of the city of Granada, we learned a lot about the people, cult...
Usando el Transporte en México - Using Transportation in Mexico
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re trying to get around in Mexico, you have plenty of options. From luxury buses that go from state to state, to colectivo shuttles that’ll...
7 Formas en las que Latinoamérica me Cambió - 7 Ways That Latin America Changed Me
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The saying goes that “travel changes you.” Well, living in Latin America has certainly changed me. I never thought I’d be taking a special pill ...
Viajes que Benefician al Mundo - Travels that Benefit the World
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do you imagine when you think of the word “travel?” If you’re like me, thoughts of laying on the beach with a cold drink come to mind, or p...
15 Frases de las Mamás Mexicanas - 15 Mexican Mom Phrases
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tough love can sound pretty tough… especially if you’re a kid in trouble with your Mexican mom. While a lot of things that moms say to their child...
Errores en la Música en Español - Errors in Spanish Music
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learning Spanish by listening to music can be a powerful tool in your toolbox, but you can't necessarily trust everything you hear. Musicians mak...
Sobre Nicaragua - About Nicaragua
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America, it’s often overlooked as a tourist destination. In this episode of the podcast, we dive i...
El Desayuno Más Típico de México Que No Conoces - The Most Typical Mexican Breakfast No One Told You About
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What’s crunchy, spicy, and the perfect cure for a hangover? The answer might surprise you. It’s chilaquiles! And for whatever reason, they’re no...
Residente Mexicano en Un Día - Mexican Residency in One Day
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever since we got married, we wanted both of us to be able to travel to and live freely in each other’s country. That’s one of the main reasons wh...
¡Al Chile! - Chilis: Straight to the Point
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chili pepper is so common in Mexican food, that the first question many people ask before taking a bite is “It is spicy?” In this episode, we expl...
15 Frases Muy Mexicanas - 15 Very Mexican Phrases
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
¡Aguas! Mexican Spanish is well-known for its peculiar slang and unique sayings. In this episode, we go beyond “chido” and explain fifteen of the...
Es Que No Tengo Tiempo - I Just Don’t Have the Time
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever caught yourself saying “I’d love to… I just don’t have the time”? I know I have. But the truth is, it’s likely not true at a...
Chapinismos con Krista Pérez - Chapinisms with Krista Perez
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Spanish is a diverse language, so it’s no surprise that Guatemala would have its own unique vocabulary and phrases. Located just south of Mexico, we...
Celebramos con tus Favoritos - Celebrating with your Favorites
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Doing 100 of just about anything non-stop is a lot, which is why this week we’re celebrating 100 episodes of the Learn Spanish and Go podcast! We’...
Sobre Guatemala - About Guatemala
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Guatemala is a country in Central America known as the “Land of the Eternal Spring.” Join us for our third episode in our Country Spotlight series...
La Educación en México con Natalia Hinojosa | Education in Mexico with Natalia Hinojosa
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
1¢ per year of college?! Register early or get stuck with night school? In this episode, we explore what the Mexican education system, and what May a...
Curiosidades de la Bandera Mexicana - Curiosities About the Mexican Flag
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a lot more going on with the Mexican flag than meets the eye. In this episode, we talk about some curious facts about Mexico’s flag, its e...
Lugares Más Románticos de México - Mexico’s Most Romantic Spots
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
France, Italy, Argentina… These are some of the countries most people tend to think of when they think of a romantic getaway. But why not Mexico? We...
El Secreto para Salir del Estancamiento - The Secret for Overcoming the Plateau
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling stuck? No matter what the skill you try to master, there comes a point for everyone where they plateau. It’s normal. But unless you’re det...
Nos Agarró el Cobicho - The COVID Bug Got Us
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It was bound to happen. We got COVID-19. After two years of avoiding getting ill from the pandemic that has affected everyone’s lives, we too caught...
¿México ya no quiere más gringos? - Does Mexico Not Want Any More Gringos?
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mexico has a long standing reputation of being extremely welcoming to tourists. After all, how many other countries do you know of that will let you s...
La Cuesta de Enero - The January Slope
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After the holidays, many people who live in Spain and Latin America have to deal with the “January Slope” or “January Struggle.” This cultural...
Año Nuevo, Vida Nueva - New Year, New Life
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We couldn’t be more ready for a new year. 2021 left us with so many gifts that left us feeling freer than ever to pursue our dreams and to accomplis...
Un Vistazo al 2021 - A Look Back at 2021
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2021 has been a year of incredible growth. It was an opportunity for us to get out and start exploring again, and it was a massive year for the podcas...
El Curioso Origen de las Piñatas - The Curious Origins of Piñatas
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Piñatas are without a doubt one of Mexico’s most well known traditions. They are present in many of the most common celebrations in the country lik...
Pesadillas de Airbnb Parte 1 - Airbnb Nightmares Part 1
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Platforms such as Airbnb have revolutionized travel, making it more affordable than ever to stay awhile in exotic locations around the world. But it’...
¿La Virgen de Guadalupe o María? - The Virgin of Guadalupe or Maria?
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is the Virgin of Guadalupe the same person as the Virgin Mary? This is a question that I’ve had for years, but it wasn’t until May and I sat down ...
Breakdown: Las Groserías Mexicanas con Mextalki
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a free audio of the Breakdown Section for episode 086 of the podcast.If you'd live to get access to the PDF document that accompanies thi...
Las Groserias Mexicanas con Mextalki - Mexican Swear Words with Mextalki
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Swearing. Cursing. Slang. These are common elements of language that don’t get a lot of attention in academia for being “improper,” “overly ca...
Cómo Aprendería Español de Cero - How I Would Learn Spanish from Scratch
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learning a new language can be intimidating. The journey is full of twists and turns. Some days you feel like you’re making progress, and others fee...
Los Mejores Tacos del Mundo - The Best Tacos in the World
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tacos: The definitive Mexican food. And we’re not talking about the hard-shell with shredded cheese variety. We’re talking about the authentic Mex...
Viaja Más por Menos - Travel More for Less
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Travel doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, it’s possible to travel for $50 a day or less in most countries. May and I regularly travel around M...
El Pan de Muerto - Bread of the Dead
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who knew bread could have such a colorful and creepy history? In this episode we talk about pan de muerto or “bread of the dead.” Where does it co...
La Llorona y Otras Leyendas Latinoamericanas - The Weeping Lady and Other Latin-American Legends
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard about the Llorona (The Weeping Lady)? Legend has it that if you listen carefully, you might just hear her crying in the distance for he...
La Ciudad Más Bonita de México con Laura Barrón - The Most Beautiful City in Mexico with Laura Barron
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mexico is a big country with a variety of foods, cultures, and climates. But what do we think is the most beautiful city in the country? For us, it’...
Cómo Mejorar tu Pronunciación - How to Improve Your Pronunciation
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Improving your Spanish pronunciation is an important part of your language journey. Not only does speaking clearly greatly improved your chances of be...
Tres Años en Puerto Rico - Three Years in Puerto Rico
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Puerto Rico is an incredible place to visit, but what is it like to live in “La Isla del Encanto?” After three years of living on the island, we s...
El Chupacabras: ¿Mito o Realidad? - The Chupacabras: Myth or Reality?
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From Bigfoot to the Loch Ness Monster, mythical creatures have been a source of intrigue worldwide for millennia. Are there creatures that exist just ...
Hacer Que el Aprendizaje Se Te Pegue - How to Make Learning Really Stick
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever learn something new in Spanish, only to find what you “learned” has gone out the window the moment you try to use it in a regular conversatio...
Sobre México - About Mexico
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know there are almost 70 languages recognized as “National Languages” in the country? But that’s not all, it’s estimated that there ar...
Lo Malo del Mes de la Herencia Hispana - The Bad of Hispanic Heritage Month
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hispanic Heritage Month was established to recognize what Hispanic and Latinos have brought to the world in terms of culture and history, but it isn’...
Dificultades del Español - Difficult Things About Spanish
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Spanish is difficult to learn for a number of reasons. Not only are there differences in word order and accents when compared to English, but you also...
Animales de la Calle - Street Animals
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Street animals are a common sight in many Spanish-speaking countries. And it seems no matter where we go, we either find them, or they find us. We’v...
5 Estafas de Viajes Más Comunes - 5 Most Common Travel Scams
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Travel is an exciting opportunity, but it’s not risk-free. Scammers have come up with clever ways to take advantage of unsuspecting visitors abroad....
Hispano o Latino, ¿Cuál es Correcto? - Hispanic or Latino, Which is Correct?
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know when to use Hispanic or Latino? What about Latinx or Chicano? If you don’t, you’re not alone. Even Latinos get confused! In this episo...
Sobre Puerto Rico - About Puerto Rico
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Puerto Rico is fascinating place with a complicated history and unique culture. For whatever reason, it’s not often a topic that’s covered in scho...
Todo Sobre el Tequila - All About Tequila
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing says “Mexico” like tequila. In this episode, we talk about the origins of this quintessential Mexican drink, where it’s produced, how it...
Supersticiones Mexicanas - Mexican Superstitions
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you superstitious? If you’ve ever gone out to shew away an owl or flipped a saint figure up-side-down, you just might be Mexican. As a skeptic m...
Chamanismo en México - Shamanism in Mexico
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Shamanism isn’t just lore from thousands of years ago–it’s still practiced today in Mexico and in many other countries throughout the world. In ...
Ser Autodidacta - To Be an Autodidact
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a common path for becoming skilled and knowledgeable for practically every profession. Usually this means a degree from an accredited Univer...
Choques Culturales en las Calles de México - Culture Shocks in the Streets of Mexico
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take a look at some of the culture shocks of experiencing Mexico as a foreigner when it comes to observing life from the streets. ...
Mi Camino a la Ciudadanía de EEUU Parte 2 - My Journey to U.S. Citizenship Part 2
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, May and I pick up where we left off in talking about May’s journey towards becoming a US citizen. After years of going through the ...
Mercados y Tianguis Mexicanos - Mexican Markets and Tianguis
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you don’t think of local markets as places full of culture and history, but Jim and May are here to change your mind.This week, they chat abou...
Como Planear Viajes Significativos - How to Plan Meaningful Trips
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and May, who have travel down to a science, share their tips and advice with others who might need a little help planning a big trip!Sure, we all ...
El Santo de los Narcos - The Saint of Narcos
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Jim and May cover an interesting topic, Jesús Malverde, better known as a saint of the narcos, or drug traffickers in Mexico. Malverde, wh...
La Habilidad Más Importante para Hablar Español - The Most Important Ability for Speaking Spanish
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ok, so you’re having a conversation in your target language. What's the most necessary component of conversation?Having an extensive vocabulary...
Nómadas Digitales - Digital Nomads
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Although some of us are with the times and know that being a digital nomad is completely possible, picking up your living and traveling the world - al...
Una Vida Mejor por Menos Dinero - A Better Life for Less Money
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of the time, we think of people moving to the US to see their “American Dream” fulfilled.But more and more, people are leaving places like th...
Cinco de Mayo
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cinco de Mayo is upon us yet again. Do you have plans with your friends to celebrate at your favorite Mexican restaurant with mountains of tacos? Or p...
Mi Camino Hacia la Ciudadanía de EEUU Parte 1 - My Journey to U.S. Citizenship Part 1
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Jim and May take on a topic that isn’t discussed enough - the long, stressful road to American citizenship!Join them as they reveal the be...
Nuestra Relación Intercultural - Our Intercultural Relationship
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
At last, it’s been 10 years since Jim and May met in Mexico for the first time. They reminisce on how far they’ve come and also offer advice to co...
Aprender a Través de Historias con Olly Richards - Learn Through Stories with Olly Richards
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Olly Richards, polyglot and founder of the StoryLearning method. Olly, who is originally from England, explains that his path as a polyglot began...
El Primer Aniversario del Podcast - The First Anniversary of the Podcast
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wow! It’s been a whole year since the team started this podcast journey!This week we simply take a step back to review the process. Jim and May refl...
La Vida y Muerte de Selena - The Life and Death of Selena
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we discuss the life and success of Selena Quintanilla, the Mexican-American singer and probably one of the biggest Latina stars ever!She met...
Errores Communes en Español - Common Mistakes in Spanish
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to learn 9 of the most common mistakes that students make when they are learning Spanish. Maybe you're making them too? In English, so...
Mexicanas Chingonas - Badass Mexican Women
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As March is Women's History Month, it's only right that we highlight some pretty badass women's achievements, both in the past and in t...
Español Boricua con Speaking Latino - Puerto Rican Spanish with Speaking Latino
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week as Jared and Diana from Speaking Latino joins Jim and May to chat about their Spanish learning resources for Spanish students and te...
Viajando Durante la Pandemia - Traveling During the Pandemic
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jim and May catch everyone up with their personal experiences traveling during the pandemic and compare the different cities they’ve visi...
Cómo Entender a los Nativos - How to Understand Natives
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Help! I’m studying Spanish, but I can’t understand native speakers when they ask me something!” or the classic, “I don’t have anyone to p...
San Valentín - Saint Valentine
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We started off this week with Valentine’s Day, or “El Día del Amor y la Amistad” in Mexico. Of course, most of us are familiar with celebrating...
Esto Sabotea Tu Motivación - This Sabotages Your Motivation
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Where do we find the motivation to do things we want to accomplish in life? How do we stay consistent in order to reach our goals?Jim and May give adv...
Tamales: Su Origen e Importancia | Tamales: Their Origen and Importance
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Out of the foods that we know and cherish today, how many do we actually know the origins of?Take tamales for example - they are so important to Latin...
Pura Vida con Carlota Morales
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jim and May as they chat with Carlota Morales, a Tica who breaks down everything you need to know about her country - from ecotourism and typical...
5 Secretos para la Fluidez - 5 Secrets to Fluency
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you having a hard time expressing yourself in Spanish? Do you get nervous or feel embarrassed about having to speak the language? Have you struggl...
Políglota Después de los 70 - Entrevista con Steve Kaufmann | Polyglot after 70
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learning multiple languages when you’re young is hard enough, but can you imagine at 70? In this episode, Jim and May interview Steve Kaufmann, lin...
Día de Reyes - Three Kings' Day
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
January 6th pretty much wraps up the holiday season in most Spanish-speaking countries with Día de Reyes, or Three Kings’ Day.It’s a holiday that...
Propósitos de Año Nuevo - New Year's Resolutions
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Got any New Year’s resolutions, anyone? Maybe getting back into the gym, taking that trip you’ve always wanted, or even starting a business?People...
Diferencias Navideñas entre México y EEUU - Christmas Diferences Between Mexico and the US
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas is finally here after a very long year. Ever wonder how people in Mexico celebrate the holidays? Jim and May compare their own holiday tradi...
Las Posadas Navideñas Mexicanas - Mexican Christmas Parties
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Around Christmastime in Mexico, you’ll start to hear a lot about “las posadas navideñas” - all the little Christmas parties leading up to Chris...
El Empredimiento en México con How to Spanish - Entrepreneurship in Mexico with How to Spanish
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Ana and David, creators of How to Spanish. Originally from Mexico City, they have a podcast and two YouTube channels, all focusing on improving y...
La Revolución Mexicana - The Mexican Revolution
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For all the history buffs out there, we have a fascinating topic this week: The Mexican Revolution.Jim and May dive into the reasons behind the moveme...
Conociendo Veracruz con No Hay Tos - Getting to Know Veracruz with No Hay Tos
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week Jim and May chat with Héctor and Beto from No Hay Tos about the Mexican state of Veracruz. Links:“Mi Tierra Veracruzana” by Natalia La...
Los Orígenes de la Palabra Gringo - The Origins of the Word Gringo
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Where does the word gringo come from? Is it offensive? Learn about six popular theories about the origins of the word “gringo.” Which one do you t...
El Camino es el Destino - The Journey is the Destination
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jim and May share what their motto means to them, and why they created Spanish and Go. The process of anything can be beautiful and s...
¿Español Africano? Entrevista con Monanga Bueneke - African Spanish? Interview with Monanga Bueneke
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that there’s a country in Africa where Spanish is the official language? Learn all about Equatorial Guinea in this week’s episode fea...
Calaveritas de Azúcar: Origen y Tradición - Sugar Skulls: Origen and Tradition
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One symbol you can see a lot in Mexico around this time of year is the skull. But death is not the only meaning behind it.Learn about the history and ...
Día de Muertos: Lo Que Tienes Que Saber - Day of the Dead: What You Need to Know
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
El Día de Muertos is celebrated across Mexico on November 2nd. It is believed that around this time, the veil between this world and the spirit world...
Las Telenovelas
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of telenovelas? They’re similar to soap operas, but with a couple of key differences. Of course, there are crazy plot twists, unreali...
Su Casa No Es Mi Casa - Their House Isn't My House
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Moving to another country is something that not nearly enough people get to experience in their lifetime. Jim and May explore some of the pros and co...
El Chocolate: Un Regalo de México al Mundo - Chocolate: A Gift From Mexico to the World
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone’s favorite dulce, chocolate, is running the show this week.In this episode, Jim and May cover the history and cultural origins of one of th...
¿Español en un Mes? - Spanish in a Month? Entrevista con Connor Grooms
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible to learn a language in a month?Connor Grooms, the CEO of Baselang, certainly seems to think so. One of the programs his company offers ...
La Independencia de México - Mexico's Independence
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever heard of “El Grito?” Does “¡Viva México!” sound familiar? How about Miguel Hidalgo or “el Pípila?” Learn about these important fi...
Bebidas Tradicionales de Colima, México - Traditional Drinks of Colima, Mexico
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tuba, tejuino, tepache... These are just a few of some of the most refreshing drinks you can find in Colima, Mexico.Colima may be tiny, but it’s ful...
Español Callejero - Street Spanish
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jim and May talk about the Spanish from the streets, not from textbooks. How people actually talk in everyday life is not the same as what...