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We explore the viral Operativo No Inglés trend that swept across Mexico before the World Cup match against England. Join us as we uncover the humor, patriotism, and cultural references behind one of Mexico’s funniest social media moments.
We explore the incredible true story that inspired Nacho Libre. Join us as we separate Hollywood fiction from reality and share the inspiring life of the Mexican priest and masked wrestler known as Fray Tormenta.
We talk about the growing sargassum problem affecting Mexico’s Caribbean beaches and explain why it has become such a challenge in recent years. We also share practical travel tips, useful Spanish phrases, and alternative activities to help you make the most of your trip—even if your beach plans change.
We reflect on our first year as parents and share how much Santi has grown since turning one year old. Join us as we talk about his developmental milestones, our experiences raising a bilingual child, and the differences between celebrating his birthday in Mexico and the United States.
Discover the history, meaning, and traditions behind Oaxaca’s most famous cultural celebration: the Guelaguetza. Join us as we discuss its Indigenous roots, vibrant festivities, and why it remains one of Mexico’s most important cultural events.
Pride Month is an opportunity to learn about LGBTQ+ history, diversity, and inclusion while exploring important cultural topics in the Spanish-speaking world. Join us as we discuss the origins of Pride, major milestones in LGBTQ+ rights, and useful Spanish vocabulary related to gender and identity.
We explore the fascinating world of the axolotl, one of Mexico’s most iconic and unique animals. Join us as we discuss its incredible biology, deep cultural roots, and the challenges it faces in the wild today.
In this episode, we talk about why soccer is such an important part of Mexican culture as the World Cup gets closer. Join us as we explore the history of soccer in Mexico, famous rivalries, fun slang and expressions, and the intense passion fans bring to the game.
We talk about avocados — the “green gold” of Mexico — and why they’ve been such an important part of Mexican cuisine and culture for centuries. Join us as we explore the history of the aguacate, different avocado varieties, funny language facts, and our favorite ways to eat them.
In this episode, we continue exploring Mexico’s UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list and discover the traditions, music, rituals, and crafts that make Mexican culture so rich and unique. Join us as we talk about everything from charrería and bolero music to Talavera pottery and the incredible community effort behind the Passion of Christ reenactment in Iztapalapa.