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Episode 72
We discuss the ex-president of Colombia, Álvaro Uribe. Uribe was credited with creating the conditions for lasting peace in Colombia, and opening the country up to the world. He was a hero to many in…
Published on 9 hours ago
Self comparison
Episode 71
Comparing ourselves to others is natural, but is it always harmful? Rob describes his problems with self-comparison, and with Lis discusses how to turn negatives into positives.
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Published on 1 week, 2 days ago
Small talk
Episode 70
We explore "la charla" - small talk. What is it, how is it used, and why? Find some tips for better smalltalk in Spanish in this episode!
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Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Friendship as adults - a loneliness epidemic?
Episode 69
We are apparently going through an "epidemic of loneliness" - especially middle aged men! What could be behind this, and do we see this in our own lives?
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Published on 3 weeks, 2 days ago
The in-laws...
Episode 68
The infamous "suegra" - in-law. In Latin cultures, the suegra plays a pivotal part in a couple's life. In this episode, we explore their role, the stereotype, and reveal how we get on with our suegra…
Published on 4 weeks, 2 days ago
Money and happiness
Episode 67
Money makes us happy, to an extent... But, how much do we need? In this episode, we discuss the link between happiness and wealth, and what our cultures and society teach us about happiness.
Published on 1 month ago
Por and Para: Part two
Episode 66
Part two of Rob's conversation with Johana. Discover how to master two essential uses of 'por' and 'para' in Spanish: time expressions and opinions. Learn the crucial differences between phrases like…
Published on 8 months ago
Por and Para: Part one
Episode 65
Rob and Johana discuss "por" and "para". Why are these words so difficult for learners, and what approach can we take to tackling them? In this episode, we'll look at two common uses for por and para.
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago
Should you learn slang?
Episode 64
Join Rob and Spanish teacher Johana in a conversation about Spanish slang. What are the difficulties for us as learners in learning slang, and is it even worth it?
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago
El Clasismo...
Episode 63
Rob and Lis discuss an infuriating situation where they live, and what this shows about classism in Colombia
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago