Christmas Differences Between Mexico and the US
Christmas is finally here! Find out how people celebrate the holidays differently in Mexico and the US. Experience the nostalgia as Jim and May compare their childhood memories of the holiday season.
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Mexican Christmas Parties
Around Christmastime in Mexico, you’ll start to hear a lot about “las posadas navideñas” – all the little Christmas parties leading up to Christmas Eve. Learn about these Mexican Christmas parties and how they’re celebrated in this episode.
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The Origins of the Word Gringo
Where does the word gringo come from? Is it offensive? Learn about six popular theories about the origins of the word “gringo.” Which one do you think is true?
JIm and May give a rundown of about six popular myths surrounding the word and try to discover it’s true origins.
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Sugar Skulls: Origin and Tradition
One symbol you can see a lot in Mexico around this time of year is the skull. But death is not the only meaning behind it.
In Mexico, one of the biggest holidays is Día de Muertos. People celebrate the lives of their ancestors and decorate with these elaborate sugar skulls, or calaveritas de azúcar.
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Day of the Dead: What You Need to Know
El Día de Muertos is celebrated across Mexico on November 2nd. It is believed that around this time, the veil between this world and the spirit world is thinner.
Jim and May talk about the significance of the holiday in Mexico and how it’s celebrated.
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Soap Operas
Have you heard of telenovelas? They’re similar to soap operas, but with a couple of key differences. Of course there are crazy plot twists, unrealistic romances, and unexpected drama. But this week, Jim and May go deeper and chat about the origins of these shows and their impact on Latin culture today.
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Their House Isn’t My House
Moving to another country is something that not nearly enough people get to experience in their lifetime.
Leaving behind everything you know presents an incredible challenge, but also allows you to dig into untapped potential for personal growth. Jim and May explore some of the pros and cons of living in another country in this week’s episode.
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Chocolate: Mexico’s Gift to the World
Everyone’s favorite dulce, chocolate, is running the show this week.
In this episode, Jim and May cover the history and cultural origins of one of the world’s favorite foods.
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Traditional Drinks of Colima, Mexico
May hails from the state of Colima in Mexico. Learn all about the regional drinks such as tuba (which comes from the Philippines), tepache (made from fermented pineapple), tejuino, ponche, and more!
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Birthday Traditions in Mexico
There’s always a reason to celebrate, especially in Mexico! This week, Jim and May run down the ways that set Mexican birthdays apart. From the music and food, to the piñatas and cake, check out the latest episode to see how everything goes down.
