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

Tamara Marie
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Learn Spanish free with music-based Spanish lessons and conversations.  The best way to learn Spanish and become fluent is through immersion in the culture.  Learn to speak Spanish like a native speaker with real-life conversations in Latin American Spanish without boring grammar textbooks.  Whether you're a Spanish beginner or intermediate Spanish learner, you'll learn Spanish quickly listening to this podcast. Learning Spanish for adults can be fun, so let us help you go from Spanish beginner to bilingual.

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

    5D AGO

    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 textbook by saying '¿Puede repetir, por favor?', listen up!  In this episode, I'm going to give you 10 Spanish phrases native speakers actually use to buy time, clarify, and keep the conversation going smoothly. 🗣️ Whether you need a second to gather your thoughts, want to ask someone to repeat themselves, or just want to sound more natural when clarifying a point—we’ve got you covered. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Conversational phrases to use when you need to buy time  or gather your thoughts 🧠 ✅ How to politely ask someone to repeat themselves without sounding like a robot 🤖 ✅ 5 natural expressions to ask for clarification like a native speaker 🤔 💬 Get the Bonus list of 21 Conversational Spanish Phrases to Keep Your Conversations Flowing (complete with examples in context, translations, & audio), transcripts, and our 7 Songs to Transform Your Spanish 🎵 course when you sign up as a show supporter at learnspanishconsalsa.com/support 🔗 Episode Show Notes at learnspanishconsalsa.com/240 Do you want to speak more Spanish but you don't have a reliable conversation partner?  Do you want to get comfortable talking to native Spanish speakers? Join the Spanish Conversation Challenge...it's FREE!  You'll have an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish every day April 25 - May 1, 2026 Sign up now at spanishconversationchallenge.com Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes are released, plus get access to exclusive listener discounts + giveaways Connect with us... 📲 Follow us on Instagram 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Facebook Community ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel 📜 Get transcripts when you sign up as a show supporter

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

    MAR 31

    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 stuck when it came to real conversations. 😞 Her motivation? To connect better with her students and with Spanish speakers in her Zumba classes. 👟 Tamara and Brittany discuss why traditional learning methods often fall short and how a personalized approach can make all the difference. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why academic Spanish often fails in real-world conversations 🤓How Brittany built confidence speaking with native speakers (even after making a few embarrassing mistakes 🫢)The power of music and culture in language learning 🎶How accountability and coaching can help you overcome mental blocks 💡Before you download another app or sign up for another program, listen to this episode. Resources Mentioned: Spanish Language Coaching (1:1 Spanish Language Coaching)Spanish Fluency Club (Group Coaching Program)Do you want to speak more Spanish but you don't have a reliable conversation partner?  Do you want to get comfortable talking to native Spanish speakers? Join the Spanish Conversation Challenge...it's FREE!  You'll have an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish every day April 25 - May 1, 2026 Sign up now at spanishconversationchallenge.com Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes are released, plus get access to exclusive listener discounts + giveaways Connect with us... 📲 Follow us on Instagram 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Facebook Community ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel 📜 Get transcripts when you sign up as a show supporter

    36 min
  3. What is Your Language Learning Type? ♫ 134 [ENCORE]

    MAR 24

    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 and accelerate your path to fluency by helping you identify your language learning type. 📝 Take the Quiz >  https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/typequiz Do you want to speak more Spanish but you don't have a reliable conversation partner?  Do you want to get comfortable talking to native Spanish speakers? Join the Spanish Conversation Challenge...it's FREE!  You'll have an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish every day April 25 - May 1, 2026 Sign up now at spanishconversationchallenge.com Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes are released, plus get access to exclusive listener discounts + giveaways Connect with us... 📲 Follow us on Instagram 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Facebook Community ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel 📜 Get transcripts when you sign up as a show supporter

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

    FEB 17

    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 explain how to get started if you're not sure what's the best type of Spanish for you to learn. Then, I give you some practical tips you can implement right away so you can focus on your type of Spanish and make progress faster. Do you want to speak more Spanish but you don't have a reliable conversation partner?  Do you want to get comfortable talking to native Spanish speakers? Join the Spanish Conversation Challenge...it's FREE!  You'll have an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish every day April 25 - May 1, 2026 Sign up now at spanishconversationchallenge.com Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes are released, plus get access to exclusive listener discounts + giveaways Connect with us... 📲 Follow us on Instagram 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Facebook Community ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel 📜 Get transcripts when you sign up as a show supporter

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

    FEB 10

    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 are the differences between different types of Spanish?   I'll explain why it's important to pick a type of Spanish to avoid wasting a ton of time and confusion on your journey to Spanish fluency. Do you want to speak more Spanish but you don't have a reliable conversation partner?  Do you want to get comfortable talking to native Spanish speakers? Join the Spanish Conversation Challenge...it's FREE!  You'll have an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish every day April 25 - May 1, 2026 Sign up now at spanishconversationchallenge.com Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes are released, plus get access to exclusive listener discounts + giveaways Connect with us... 📲 Follow us on Instagram 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Facebook Community ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel 📜 Get transcripts when you sign up as a show supporter

    26 min
  6. 7 Puerto Rican Spanish Words You’ll Learn from Bad Bunny: A Conversation with Adriana López ♫ 239

    FEB 3

    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 cultural references in the song—from Dominican rap anthems to Puerto Rican boxing legends—and discuss the controversy surrounding Forbes naming Bad Bunny the "King of Pop." You'll also learn key vocabulary distinctions and cultural nuances between island life and city life. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The meaning of 7 Puerto Rican Spanish words & phrases used in the song, like está buena, las gatas, and sacarla del estadio 🇵🇷How Bad Bunny really feels about being named "King of Pop" by Forbes Magazine (and how he addresses it in the lyrics) 👑The critical difference between the verbs mover and mudar (and why mixing them up changes your meaning completely) 💃🏽Do you want to speak more Spanish but you don't have a reliable conversation partner?  Do you want to get comfortable talking to native Spanish speakers? Join the Spanish Conversation Challenge...it's FREE!  You'll have an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish every day April 25 - May 1, 2026 Sign up now at spanishconversationchallenge.com Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes are released, plus get access to exclusive listener discounts + giveaways Connect with us... 📲 Follow us on Instagram 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Facebook Community ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel 📜 Get transcripts when you sign up as a show supporter

    32 min
  7. Learn Puerto Rican Spanish with Music [NUEVAYoL by Bad Bunny] ♫ 238

    JAN 27

    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 linguist Adriana Lopez, we explore how this song pays homage to the legendary salsa group El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. Plus, you'll learn the cultural significance of the lyrics and the unique sounds of the Puerto Rican accent. What You'll Learn in This Episode: 🗣️The linguistic reason why Puerto Ricans pronounce "New York" the way they do (and the specific sound change that creates the Puerto Rican accent)   🥳The meaning of the slang word rulay and the specific feeling it describes when you are out with friends   🇵🇷 The classic 1970s salsa anthem Bad Bunny samples in this track and what it reveals about the history of the Puerto Rican diaspora  Listen to this episode to get ready for the Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show 🏈 and learn more conversational Puerto Rican Spanish. Do you want to speak more Spanish but you don't have a reliable conversation partner?  Do you want to get comfortable talking to native Spanish speakers? Join the Spanish Conversation Challenge...it's FREE!  You'll have an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish every day April 25 - May 1, 2026 Sign up now at spanishconversationchallenge.com Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes are released, plus get access to exclusive listener discounts + giveaways Connect with us... 📲 Follow us on Instagram 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Facebook Community ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel 📜 Get transcripts when you sign up as a show supporter

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

    JAN 20

    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 actionable tips for consistent practice, reducing anxiety, and building fluency. In this episode, she covers: Learn how to schedule consistent, structured conversations with adults in Spanish 📆Discover techniques to ease speaking anxiety 🧘🏽‍♀️Easy way to practice everyday Spanish and learn conversational phrases 🗣️Do you want to speak more Spanish but you don't have a reliable conversation partner?  Do you want to get comfortable talking to native Spanish speakers? Join the Spanish Conversation Challenge...it's FREE!  You'll have an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish every day April 25 - May 1, 2026 Sign up now at spanishconversationchallenge.com Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes are released, plus get access to exclusive listener discounts + giveaways Connect with us... 📲 Follow us on Instagram 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Facebook Community ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel 📜 Get transcripts when you sign up as a show supporter

    25 min
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Learn Spanish free with music-based Spanish lessons and conversations.  The best way to learn Spanish and become fluent is through immersion in the culture.  Learn to speak Spanish like a native speaker with real-life conversations in Latin American Spanish without boring grammar textbooks.  Whether you're a Spanish beginner or intermediate Spanish learner, you'll learn Spanish quickly listening to this podcast. Learning Spanish for adults can be fun, so let us help you go from Spanish beginner to bilingual.

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