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Nothing says “Mexico” like tequila. In this episode, we talk about the origins of this quintessential Mexican drink, where it’s produced, how it’s made, how it compares to its cousin mezcal, and more. ¡Salud!
Are you superstitious? If you’ve ever gone out to shew away an owl or flipped a saint figure up-side-down, you just might be Mexican. In this episode, you’ll learn about 10 different popular superstitions in Mexico.
Shamanism isn’t just lore from thousands of years ago–it’s still practiced today in Mexico and in many other countries throughout the world. In this episode, we talk about four of the most prominent modern shamans from Mexico, what they were known for, and our thoughts on the custom.
There’s a common path for becoming skilled and knowledgeable for practically every profession. Usually this means a degree from an accredited University. But what if you could learn anything you put your mind to on your own?
In this episode, we talk about what it means to be self-taught. Are you an autodidact?
In this episode, we take a look at some of the culture shocks of experiencing Mexico as a foreigner when it comes to observing life from the streets. Learn about topes, pedestrian right of way, J-walking, and much more.
In this episode, May and I pick up where we left off in talking about May’s journey towards becoming a US citizen. After years of going through the various stages of immigration, this episode details the conclusion of an eight year process. So, how long does it really take to become a US citizen? Listen to find out that and much more.
Maybe you don’t think of local markets as places full of culture and history, but Jim and May are here to change your mind.
This week, they chat about the definitions and differences between Mexican “mercados” and “tianguis,” which basically are two common types of markets.
Jim and May, who have traveled down to a science, share their tips and advice with others who might need a little help planning a big trip!
Sure, we all can agree that the first step is to decide where you want to go, but when do I buy flights? Where do I stay and how do I know what activities to do? And how can I do all this on a budget?
This week Jim and May cover an interesting topic, Jesús Malverde, better known as a saint of the narcos, or drug traffickers in Mexico. Check out the episode to learn more about Malverde and the story of his supposed assassination.
Ok, so you’re having a conversation in your target language. What’s the most necessary component of conversation?
Having an extensive vocabulary? Understanding how grammar works? Perfect pronunciation? Or maybe….comprehension!