Episode 20 - Spanish Expats: Female Voices, Part 1 Immersive English

Episode 16 featured interviews with three Spanish men who all live in different European countries. But what about female Spanish expats? Join us in the first part of a series that explores their stories and perspectives. Special thanks to Calexico for their song “Close Behind” and to the (Young) Pioneers for the song “Citizen Soldier”.



Listening Comprehension Questions:

1. Other than friends and family, what two things does Cristina miss most about Spain?

2. Which subculture in Copenhagen has influenced her to make a big lifestyle change?

3. What’s a start-up incubator? 

4. How is dating in Denmark different from dating in Spain?

5. For Cristina, what was the most shocking difference between Denmark and Spain?





1. food and weather

2. the vegan/vegetarian culture

3. A company that helps entrepreneurs build their businesses.

4. Danish men are much more shy and introverted and generally the women have to approach them, whereas in Spain the men usually approach the women.

5. The time schedule. For example in Spain they eat lunch much later and they also leave work later than in Denmark.