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How Do I Stop Forgetting Words in Spanish Conversations? ♫ 220

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

Learn Spanish Verbs with Music: 7 Useful Expressions & Reflexive Pronouns ♫ 245

In this episode, we follow up on our lyrics breakdown of "Somos Más" — the official Telemundo anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by Carlos Vives, Emilia, Wisin, and Xavi.

Learn Spanish with the World Cup Anthem "Somos Más" ♫ 244

In this special World Cup episode, we break down "Somos Más," the official Telemundo anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, performed by Carlos Vives (Colombia), Emilia (Arg

Hablando de La Copa Mundial ♫ 243

Never watched a soccer match? No problem. The FIFA World Cup is coming to the US, Mexico, and Canada this summer — and it's the perfect excuse to level up your Spani

Spanish Vocabulary for Daily Life: 7 Phrases from Romeo Santos & Prince Royce ♫ 242

 In this episode, we’re breaking down the vocabulary of “Estocolmo” by Romeo Santos and Prince Royce. We extract 7 high-frequency words & phrases from the song that you c

Learn Spanish with Bachata Music: 'Estocolmo' by Romeo Santos and Prince Royce ♫ 241

In this episode, we break down the dramatic hit "Estocolmo" from the joint album by Romeo Santos and Prince Royce. We analyze the lyrics of this intense song, exploring

No More Awkward Pauses: 10 Spanish Phrases to Keep Conversations Flowing ♫ 240

You're in the middle of a Spanish conversation, everything is going great, and suddenly... your mind goes completely blank. 😳  Before you freeze up or sound like a

The Secret to Speaking Spanish Confidently (Interview with Brittany Jones) ♫ 224 [ENCORE]

In this episode, host Tamara Marie talks with Brittany, a passionate educator, all about her journey to Spanish fluency. Despite years of studying Spanish, Brittany felt

What is Your Language Learning Type? ♫ 134 [ENCORE]

What type of language learner are you?  The type of language learner you are will influence how quickly you reach Spanish fluency. I will help you improve your Spanish

What Type of Spanish Should You Learn? (Part 2) ♫ [ENCORE]

How do you decide what type of Spanish to learn?  In this episode, I'll go over some key questions you should ask yourself to pick a type of Spanish.  I also expla

What Type of Spanish Should You Learn? (Part 1) ♫ 42 [ENCORE]

Do you know what type of Spanish you should learn?   This is one of the most common questions I get asked. Should you learn Spanish from Spain or Mexican Spanish?  What

7 Puerto Rican Spanish Words You’ll Learn from Bad Bunny: A Conversation with Adriana López ♫ 239

In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the lyrics of "Nueva York" by Bad Bunny with Puerto Rican linguist Adriana Lopez. In Part 2, we explore the heavy cultura

Learn Puerto Rican Spanish with Music [NUEVAYoL by Bad Bunny] ♫ 238

In this episode, we’re breaking down the lyrics to Nuevayol by the Puerto Rican superstar and future Super Bowl 2026 headliner, Bad Bunny. Joined by Puerto Rican linguis

How Do I Stop Forgetting Spanish Words in Conversations? [Q&A] ♫ 220 [ENCORE]

In this episode, we answer a listener question from Jo-Anne.  She struggles with forgetting words and feeling nervous speaking Spanish with adults.  Tamara shares action

7 Songs That Will Transform Your Spanish: Celebrating 7 Years of Learn Spanish con Salsa ♫ 237

In this special 7th anniversary episode, we are celebrating a major milestone! To mark the occasion, I’m sharing 7 songs that will transform your Spanish. These are hand-

The 5 Stages of Conversational Fluency ♫ 236

In this episode, we break down the 5 stages of Spanish Conversational Fluency.  Listen to find out what your true fluency level is, not a letter score based on a grammar

The Many Benefits of Learning Languages with Music ♫ 235

In part 2 of my conversation with Desta Haile, we explore how Spanish con Salsa got started, how learning languages can provide relief from the stress of daily life, and

Learning Languages through Music with Desta Haile ♫ 234

In this episode, I'm sharing an interview with me and Desta Haile from Languages through Music.  This time, I'm in the guest chair as Desta asks me about my ear

7 Spanish Verbs for Growth, Relationships, & Social Media ♫ 233

In this episode, we follow up on our lyrics breakdown of Better Late Than Never by Romeo Santos and Prince Royce. We review 7 Spanish verbs from the song that you can us

Learn Spanish with Bachata: 'Better Late Than Never' by Romeo Santos & Prince Royce ♫ 232

 In this episode, we break down the long-awaited collaboration Better Late Than Never by Romeo Santos and Prince Royce. We analyze the lyrics of this instant classic, ex