Cognados y Falsos Amigos en Español e Inglés - Cognates and False Friends in Spanish and English

Ever wondered why Spanish speakers say cafecito instead of just café? Diminutives are everywhere in Spanish, and they’re not just about size—they add warmth, politeness, and even irony to conversation...

18 Maalis 202528min

What makes a place feel like home? For Diego, it wasn’t where he was born but where he felt most connected—Oaxaca. In this episode, he shares how his Mixtec heritage led him back to his family’s origi...

11 Maalis 202525min

Ever wondered why an avocado is called aguacate or what chocolate originally meant? A lot of the food words we use today actually come from Nahuatl, thanks to the influence of the Mexica Empire. We’re...

4 Maalis 202523min

Have you ever wondered what life was like in an ancient Mesoamerican city? Today, we’re sharing our experience visiting Monte Albán, a breathtaking site built by the Zapotecs high in the mountains of ...

25 Helmi 202530min

Have you ever stumbled upon the differences between “cien” and “ciento”? In this episode, we’ll clarify the difference between the two, we'll dive into irregular hundreds, and show you how to tackle t...

18 Helmi 202524min

Why Cholula? That’s a question we get asked a lot, and today, we’re giving you all the details! From its perfect mix of small-town charm and big-city conveniences to its affordability, walkability, an...

11 Helmi 202527min

We’ve been married for 12 years and spent much of that time thinking kids weren’t in the cards for us. But over the past year and a half, something shifted. In this episode, we reflect on the conversa...

4 Helmi 202527min

We’re back with part two of our deep dive into uniquely Mexican expressions! In this episode, we explore more fun and fascinating phrases that reveal the heart of Mexican culture. Whether you’re conti...

28 Tammi 202521min