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Welcome to the Learn Spanish and Go podcast. The place to be to supercharge your Spanish through incredible travel stories, cultural conversations, and interviews with Spanish speakers from around the world.

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New episodes every Tuesday!

  • Exploring the Rich Culture of Costa Rican Coffee with Mi Cafecito

    Discover Costa Rican coffee culture in this episode of Learn Spanish and Go. Verónica Cubillo discusses Mi Cafecito Coffee Tour, a rural tourism initiative that offers an immersive coffee-making experience. Learn about the cooperative behind the project and how they promote community tourism.

  • Costa Rican Spanish with Freddy from Tico Lingo

    Join us as we explore Costa Rican Spanish with Freddy, a native Tico and teacher at Tico Lingo. We delve into unique slang words and the significance of “Pura Vida” in Costa Rican culture. Freddy shares his experience teaching and tips to improve language skills. Whether you’re planning a trip or interested in learning Costa Rican Spanish, tune in to discover what makes it unique.

  • What gives away an American abroad?

    Join us as we discuss cultural differences that give away a gringo abroad. We explore how adapting to new environments and our luxuries can affect our travels. Our conversation offers valuable insights into being a traveler in the Spanish-speaking world. Tune in for a fun and enlightening episode!

  • The Dark History of William Walker

    Uncover the dark history of William Walker on this week’s Learn Spanish and Go. Discover the story behind his invasion of Nicaragua and its impact on the Spanish-speaking world. Improve your Spanish while exploring history.

  • Improve your Spanish Using Artificial Intelligence

    In this episode of Learn Spanish and Go, we explore how to improve your Spanish with the help of ChatGPT. Discover how this cutting-edge technology can assist you in mastering the Spanish language, from understanding grammar to practicing conversation skills. Join us as we dive into the world of AI language learning and take your Spanish to the next level.

  • Reviewing Our Favorite Music in Spanish

    Join Jim and May as they share some of their favorite Spanish music. Jim, a metalhead, shares his love for Gipsy Kings and Spanish pop/rock, while May showcases her favorite pop and female singers. Discover new music and learn Spanish through natural conversation, music vocabulary, and phrases in this fun episode.

  • Filler Words in Spanish Part 2

    In this episode, we’re sharing alternative filler words to “así es” in Spanish. We want to mix it up a bit for our own benefit and for all of you out there who are learning Spanish with us.

  • About Costa Rica

    Costa Rica is a tropical paradise located between the Caribbean and Pacific oceans. From its white sand beaches to its lush rainforests, Costa Rica has something for everyone. In this episode of the podcast, we explore what makes Costa Rica such an incredible destination.