Notes in Spanish Intermediate
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
NIS Intermediate 046 - La Nueva Inmigracion
27 Feb 2008
Contributed by Lukas
A new wave of immigration is taking place worldwide, especially here in Europe, and it's having far reaching and often unpleasant effects. See notesin...
NIS Intermediate 045 - Vacaciones en Espana
20 Feb 2008
Contributed by Lukas
What's the best way to travel round Spain in Summer? Where should you sleep, what towns should you visit? See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying ...
NIS Intermediate 044 - El Himno Nacional
13 Feb 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Spain tries to get some lyrics for its national anthem and controversy erupts! See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying transcript/worksheet.
NIS Intermediate 043 - La Tele Esta Rota
06 Feb 2008
Contributed by Lukas
The TV has broken and we don't know how long we can hold on! And how long until the infinite video club arrives in our living room? See notesinspanish...
NIS Intermediate 042 - La Mafia
30 Jan 2008
Contributed by Lukas
We look at the extraordinary range of mafias in Europe and discover just how many there are, and what they are up to, in Spain. See notesinspanish.com...
NIS Int 041 - El Cine Español
14 Nov 2007
Contributed by Lukas
How will a new law affect Spanish film-goers? What's going on in the world on Spanish film? See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying worksheet and ...
NIS Int 040 - Huertas Solares
07 Nov 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina discuss the use of fields of solar panels to overcome energy problems in Spain, but wonder about the future of our landscapes... see no...
NIS Int 039 - Heroes
31 Oct 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina talk about the TV show Heroes, and extraordinary changes that have taken place in the world in the recent past... See notesinspanish.co...
NIS Int 038 - Ole por Radiohead
24 Oct 2007
Contributed by Lukas
As Radiohead shake up the music industry, we look at how the big record labels treat us like criminals, and how it isn't going to do them any good in ...
NIS Int 037 - Birmania
18 Oct 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Marina and Ben look at recent events in Burma, and the crucial role played by bloggers in letting the world know what was going on. See notesinspanish...
NIS Int 036 - Comer Fuera
19 Sep 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina discuss eating out and different attitudes to food around the world. See notesinspanish.com for more details and to pick up the accompa...
NIS Int 035 - Zafiros
12 Sep 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been conned on holiday? Ben certainly was when he went to Thailand aged 18... this is the story about the Sapphires... See notesinspanis...
NIS Int 034 - Easyjet
05 Sep 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Should we feel guilty about flying too much? Should we be paying for our carbon footprint, or is it up to the airlines and other energy providers? See...
NIS Int 033 - El Solitario
29 Aug 2007
Contributed by Lukas
El Solitario was Spain's most wanted man for as long as anyone could remember, until his identity was revealed at last this summer... more details and...
NIS Int 032 - Facebook
22 Aug 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina discuss the Facebook phenomenon and invite you to be their friends! See notesinspanish.com for more details and to pick up the workshee...
NIS Int 031 - Las Compras
16 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Do you hate shopping as much as Ben? See notesinspanish.com for the full transcript/worksheet.
NIS Int 030 - La Familia Real
08 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Are the Spanish interested in the birth of a new Royal baby? See notesinspanish.com for more details and to pick up the transcript/worksheet.
NIS Int 029 - Falsos Amigos
02 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Today we look at some of the false friends that can cause real trouble when you learn Spanish. See notesinspanish.com to pick up the worksheet/transcr...
NIS Int 028 - Comida Rapida
25 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina talk about fast food, New York rats, and the healthier alternatives... See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying transcript/wo...
NIS Int 027 - Los Tatuajes
15 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina discuss a ban on Marines wearing tattoos and see how David Beckham has so much influence on the youth of today. See notesinspanish.com ...
NIS Int 026 - La Musica
04 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Our favourite music from Spain and beyond, plus a look at Spain's music scene today. See notesinspanish.com to pick up the worksheet/transcript.
NIS Int 025 - Adios a los periodicos
28 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Will anyone be reading newspapers in 20 years time?See notesinspanish.com for the full transcript and worksheet.
NIS Int 024 - Semana Santa
21 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina discuss Easter in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for details and the transcript/worksheet.
NIS Int 023 - Vicios
15 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina lay (some of) their vices on the line. Pick up the transcript/worksheet at Notesinspanish.com
NIS Int 022 - Mi Pueblo
08 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina take a walk around the village where Ben was born. See notesinspanish.com to pick up the transcript/worksheet.
NIS Int 021 - Balneario
27 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina head off to the hills for a bath and wonder if they should live up there instead!See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying tra...
NIS Int 020 - Amor
20 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
How do people really get together and fall in love these days?See notesinspanish.com for a full transcript/worksheet.
NIS Int 019 - Idiomas
13 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
How important is it to learn a language these days? See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying worksheet and to comment.
NIS Int 018 - Harry Potter
06 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina talk about the success of Harry Potter in the adult world... See notesinspanish.com for a full transcript/worksheet.
NIS Int 017 - Vacaciones
30 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
What are you doing for your holidays this year? See notesinspanish.com for a full transcript/worksheet.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 16 - Having a baby in Spain
23 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Having a baby in Spain! See notesinspanish.com to download the accomapanying worksheet/transcript.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 15 - Cambio Climatico
16 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Is climate change going to leave Spain's Mediterranean coast without tourists in 30 years time? See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying tra...
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 14 - Tapas
09 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina look at one of Spain's greatest foods. See notesinspanish.com for details and accompanying worksheet.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 13 - Las Mascotas
03 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Pets and animal Spanish! See notesinspanish.com for more details and to pick up the worksheet.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 12 - Navidad
19 Dec 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Everything you wanted to know about Christmas in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for the worksheet and transcript.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 11 - Quejas
05 Dec 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Do people complain a lot in your country? Plus how to complain in restaurants and more... see notesinspanish.com for full details and the accompanying...
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 10 - La Vespa
28 Nov 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Marina talks to Ben about his other great love, his Vespa Scooter. See notesinspanish.com for details and the accompanying worksheet.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 9 - Loteria
20 Nov 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Ben y Marina hablan de la loteria de Navidad. See notesinspanish.com for full details and the accompanying worksheet.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 8 - Quiero Votar
10 Nov 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Ben decides he would like to vote in Spain after all... See notesinspanish.com for full details and to get the accompanying transcript/worksheet
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 7 - La Piscina
01 Nov 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Sporting life and a trip to the local swimming pool. See notesinspanish.com for full details and worksheet.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 6 - La Lluvia
24 Oct 2006
Contributed by Lukas
It's been raining for days, and the Spanish aren't coping too well! See notesinspanish.com for full details and accompanying worksheet.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 5 - La Familia
11 Oct 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina chat about family life in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for full details and to get the accompanying worksheet.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 4 - Fobias
02 Oct 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina discuss phobias past and present. See notesinspanish.com for full details.
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 3 - Nuestra Casa
21 Sep 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina take you on an audio tour of their flat in Madrid, and discuss different types of housing in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for full det...
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 2 - Mitos de Madrid
14 Sep 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Marina discuss the myths surrounding the city of Madrid. Is it really true that there are more bars in Madrid than in Belgium? See notesinspan...
Notes in Spanish Intermediate 1 - Bienvenidos!
06 Sep 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Notes in Spanish Intermediate! In our first episode we talk a bit about ourselves, what we do, and how we ended up in Madrid! Check out no...