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La Semana Santa en Iztapalapa - The Holy Week in Iztapalapa
We take you inside the dramatic Semana Santa celebration in Iztapalapa, where the Passion of Christ is brought to life in a way that’s both emotional and incredibly realistic. We talk about how this tradition started nearly 200 years ago du
El murmullo de las abejas - The Murmur of the Bees
May talks about the novel El Murmullo de las Abejas by Sofía Segovia, a beautiful and emotional story set in Linares, Nuevo León, during the early 1900s. We explore the life of Simonopio, a mysterious child with a deep connection to nature,
Cómo crear tu propia inmersión en español sin viajar - How to Create Your Own Spanish Immersion without Traveling
We share simple and practical ways you can create your own Spanish immersion at home, inspired by ideas from our friend Babbs, who has joined several of our immersion retreats in Mexico. We talk about activities like narrating your daily li
La influencia del árabe en el español - The Influence of Arabic on Spanish
We dive into how Arabic influenced Spanish vocabulary through centuries of cultural exchange during the time of Al-Andalus. We share a personal story that sparked our curiosity, explore patterns like the “al-” prefix, and break down common
Cognados y falsos amigos en español e inglés - Cognates and False Friends in Spanish and English
We break down the differences between true cognates, near cognates, and false friends in English and Spanish. We share examples of words that look similar across both languages—some that mean the same thing and others that can easily trick
¿Qué pasó en México? Muerte del Mencho - What Happened in Mexico? The Death of El Mencho
After many of you reached out to ask if we were safe, we decided to dedicate this episode to explaining what really happened during the recent violence in states like Jalisco, Colima, and Michoacán. We break down the timeline of events—from
El medio tiempo del Super Bowl con Bad Bunny - Super Bowl Halftime Show with Bad Bunny
We go beyond the music and analyze the deeper meaning behind Bad Bunny’s halftime performance. We share historical context about Puerto Rico’s political status, its colonial past, and what it means to be a U.S. territory without full repres
Piropos en español - Piropos in Spanish
We break down what a piropo actually is and why it’s more than just a romantic line — it’s a mix of language, humor, and culture. We share cute, funny, and cheesy examples you might hear in movies or conversations, and we also explain the s
Flor y fauna en Yucatán con Flor Peraza - Flor & Fauna in Yucatan with Flor Peraza
We sit down with Flor, a local Spanish teacher with a background in biology and a master’s focus on ecology, to talk about her journey, her Yucatecan roots, and how she became part of our immersion program in Mérida. Together, we explore fa
Cómo tomar el camión en México - How to Take the Bus in Mexico
From figuring out which bus to take to knowing when and how to signal the driver, we walk you through the reality of using urban buses in Mexico. We talk about routes, schedules (or the lack of them), payment methods—from cash to modern app
La salsa Tabasco no viene de Tabasco
From Cholula to Tabasco, we explore how some of the world’s most famous hot sauces are named after places they don’t actually come from. We break down the real origins of Tabasco sauce, how it was created in Louisiana using Tabasco chilies,
¿Puede la IA reemplazar el aprendizaje de idiomas? - Can AI Replace Language Learning?
We explore the growing fear that AI and instant translation tools make language learning unnecessary, and we explain why that mindset misses the point. From real-life cultural misunderstandings and gestures to sarcasm, tone, and relationshi
La saga del sillón y la PROFECO parte II - The Saga of the Couch and PROFECO, Part II
In this episode, we conclude our real-life battle with Sam’s Club after buying a couch that arrived incomplete and went unresolved for months. We share how filing a complaint through PROFECO and ConciliaNet led not only to a full refund, bu
México, tierra de maíz…y de pan - Mexico, Land of Corn…and Bread
In episode 301, May takes the mic solo to respond to claims that Mexico lacks a true bread culture, using this moment to explore how wheat arrived during the colonial period and evolved into something uniquely Mexican. We walk you through t
Especial fin de año - End of the Year Special
We reflect on reaching 300 podcast episodes and five years of Spanish and Go, a journey that started during the pandemic in Puerto Rico and led us to where we are today. We talk about the biggest moments of the year—buying a house, becoming
Vocabulario navideño esencial - Essential Christmas Vocabulary
We walk you through essential Christmas words and traditions in Mexico, from nacimientos and Christmas trees to poinsettias, piñatas, and festive street decorations. We also explore classic holiday food and drinks like tamales, ponche, romp
La sobremesa - La Sobremesa
We break down what la sobremesa really is, why almost everyone in Mexico practices it (even if they don’t name it), and how it contrasts with the fast-paced dining culture many of us grew up with. We also explore its historical roots in Spa
La tienda en cada esquina de México - The Store on Every Corner of Mexico
We dive into the surprising reach of Oxxo, from its 22,000+ stores across Mexico to its rapid growth in countries like Colombia, Chile, Peru, and Brazil. We discuss the 2,500 products you can find in a single location, the ready-to-eat food
La cocina ancestral oaxaqueña con Evangelina - The Ancient Oaxacan Kitchen with Evangelina
May talks with Evangelina about the origins of Cocina Nana Vira and how a challenging moment in her family’s life transformed into a project that now welcomes visitors from around the world. She shares the cultural meaning and emotional dep
¿Qué pasó con la ch, ll y rr? - What Happened to “ch,” “ll” and “rr”?
We walk you through why letters like ch, ll, and even rr used to appear in the Spanish alphabet—and why they were eventually removed. We explain the role of the Real Academia Española and the network of language academies that oversee updat
Español útil para un viaje a México - Useful Spanish for a Trip to Mexico
We’re sharing the essential everyday phrases you’ll hear constantly in Mexico — and how to use them confidently and politely. You’ll learn when to say provecho, por favor, gracias, con permiso, disculpa, perdón, and salud, plus the cultural
Me paró la policía en Puebla - The Police Stopped Me in Puebla
Before heading to Oaxaca, we had a busy week filled with errands, appointments, and last-minute preparations. But the real story happened when I got pulled over by a police officer for having tinted windows — something that’s perfectly norm
Aprendizajes de nuestro primer viaje con Santi - Learnings from Our First Trip with Santi
After months of staying home, we finally took our first trip as a family — and it was quite the adventure! We talk about May’s initial fears of flying with a baby, my rush to get Santi’s passports, and how we handled everything from formula
Cómo hablar por teléfono en español - How to Talk on the Phone in Spanish
Have you ever felt nervous speaking Spanish on the phone? You’re not alone! In this episode, we break down how phone conversations work in Mexico, from answering with “¿Bueno?” to asking “¿Con quién tengo el gusto?” and handling tricky mome
El Halloween en México - Halloween in Mexico
Halloween in Mexico isn’t quite what you’d expect! In this episode, we explore how the holiday has grown in popularity, how Mexican families have added their own twist to it, and the big differences between Halloween and Día de Muertos. Fro
La saga del sillón y la PROFECO parte I - The Saga of the Couch and PROFECO, Part I
What would you do if you paid for a sofa but only half of it showed up, and the company refused to fix it? In this episode, we tell the full story of our months-long battle with Sam’s Club, from endless customer service runarounds to finall
Chatea como nativo con acrónimos parte II - Chat Like a Native Using Acronyms Part II
Part two of our acronym series explores the explicit, slang-filled world of texting in Spanish. From ALV and MVV to NMM, we explain what these phrases mean, how locals use them, and when not to use them. Even if you never plan to say these
Cómo aprovechar al máximo un viaje de inmersión - How to Get the Most Out of an Immersion Trip
Have you ever wondered what makes a Spanish immersion trip truly effective? In this episode, we chat with Rory Foster about his journey building Common Ground International and the lessons he’s learned from running immersion programs in Cos
El agua parte II - Water Part II
Part 2 of our discussion about water in Mexico explores why tap water is often avoided and how families and travelers manage their water needs. We share our own home filtration setup, explain the use of garrafones, discuss historical events
El agua parte I - The Water Part I
In this conversation, we start with a fun look at Spanish grammar: why agua takes the article el but still requires feminine agreement, and how this rule applies to words like águila, hacha, and hambre. From there, we shift into something e
