I Forgot to Say Goodbye 👋

🎁 Get your FREE Stories to Explore Past Tenses in Spanish ebook and audio pack. Learn Spanish past tenses through engaging stories and start speaking about the past with confidence. After 31 episodes, it's time to officially say goodbye to Basic Spanish Conversations 👋In this final episode, Marco reflects on the purpose of the podcast and thanks you for being part of this journey.While the show is coming to an end, your Spanish-learning adventure doesn't have to.Keep going! Revisit these conversations whenever you need a quick refresher, extra listening practice, or a confidence boost.They'll always be here for you.Thank you for listening, learning, and growing your Spanish with Latin ELE.📖 Study with all 31 transcripts in the Basic Spanish Conversations Pack ⬇️https://latinele.uteach.io/products/basic-spanish-conversations-pack📚 More resources to learn Spanish at Latin ELEhttps://latinele.com/❤️ If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️¡Chao! —Marco

✉️ Stay in touch through the Latin ELE Newsletter. Get my best updates, tips, and resources to keep improving your español.📺 In the final episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, we explore 31 Minutos, one of the most beloved children’s shows in Latin America. 🇨🇱 This Chilean puppet news program, created in 2003, became a cultural phenomenon thanks to its clever humor, unforgettable characters, and iconic songs. 💬 You’ll meet Tulio Triviño, Juan Carlos Bodoque, and Juanín Juan Harry while learning why this show is loved by both kids and adults. 🎧 Along the way, you’ll practice Spanish with clear examples as we talk about episodes, characters, and the show’s surprising success, including concerts around the world and even a Tiny Desk performance. A fun mix of culture, nostalgia, and Spanish listening practice. Ready? ¡Vamos!📝 Get all the transcripts in the Basic Spanish Conversations Pack 👇https://latinele.uteach.io/products/basic-spanish-conversations-pack⭐ Enjoy the episode? Leave a five‑star review and share it with your amigosNews Theme by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Artist: http://incompetech.com/

😵‍💫 Pasados driving you crazy? Get Stories to Explore Spanish Past Tenses, a FREE ebook + audio that makes the past tenses finally make sense.🎤 In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, we talk about Luis Miguel, the legendary Mexican singer known as El Sol de México 🇲🇽You’ll learn why he became one of the most iconic voices in Latin America, why so many people love him, and even why he has his own TV series.his conversation is perfect for practicing Spanish past tenses while learning about a major figure in Latin music.Ready to explore the life of Luis Miguel en español? ¡Vamos!📚 Enroll in Spanish Past Tense Made Simple and learn how to tell your past stories with confidence en español 👇https://latinele.uteach.io/courses/spanish-past-tense⭐ Enjoy the episode? Leave a five‑star review and share it with your amigos

📚 Stories to Explore Spanish Past Tenses is your go‑to resource to start mastering the Spanish past tenses through simple, engaging stories.In this episode, I share a sneak peek of the three surprising tales inside: one inspired by a legendary Latina music icon, another set in the days before the internet, and a final story about a town with a very unusual name.Each one hides a grammar lesson that helps you understand the past naturally, without memorizing rules. ¡Vamos!📖 Grab your FREE copy on Latin ELE's website ⬇️https://latinele.com/stories-to-explore-past-tenses-in-spanish/Que disfrutes las historias. ¡Hasta pronto!—Marco

😵‍💫 Struggling with Spanish past tense? Get Spanish Past Tense Made Simple and tell your stories with confidence en español. In the 1990s, a strange headline appeared in the Weekly World News: a wild child with sharp teeth, pointy ears, and a mysterious life in the dark. In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, we talk about the famous Bat Boy and the bizarre story that made him a pop‑culture icon.You’ll hear the full tale in simple Spanish, using plenty of preterite and imperfect forms to help you practice past‑tense storytelling.It’s a fun mix of language learning, nostalgia, and weird tabloid history.If you enjoy strange characters, urban legends, and easy Spanish listening, this episode is for you.Ready? ¡Vamos!📝 Study along with the transcript on Latin ELE’s bloghttps://latinele.com/bat-boy-story-spanish/✉️ Get updates about new episodes on our NEWSLETTER ⬇️https://latinele.com/newsletter/😵‍💫 Pasados driving you crazy? Get Stories to Explore Spanish Past Tenses, a FREE ebook + audio that makes the past tenses finally make sense.❤️ Enjoy the episode? Leave a five‑star review and share it with your amigos.

🥴 Struggling with Spanish past tenses? Spanish Past Made Simple is your go‑to course to finally tell your stories with confidence.⛪️ Imagine a cathedral that wasn’t built by humans… and that sits in the middle of a lake.In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, I share my trip to the Marble Chapels, one of the most stunning natural formations in Chilean Patagonia.You’ll hear what the experience was like, what I saw, and why this place feels almost unreal.Along the way, you’ll learn useful Spanish travel vocabulary and hear plenty of examples in the preterite and imperfect tenses.It’s a simple, friendly story that helps you practice Spanish while discovering a hidden gem in southern Chile.Ready? ¡Vamos!🗻 More information about this wonderful place on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/marble-chapels-chile-travel-spanish/✉️ Subscribe to my NEWSLETTER to get updates about new episodes. And if you’re coming to Chile, I’ll send you my guide “Chile: 10 Essential Words Every Traveler Needs.” Just reply to my first email and let me know you want the guide, and I’ll send it your way.⭐ Enjoy the episode? Leave a five‑star review and share it with your amigos.

✉️ Learn a new Spanish word every week! Subscribe to Latin ELE's newsletter. Unsubscribe anytime.⭐️ YouTube is full of global stars like MrBeast and PewDiePie… but what about Latin America? In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, we explore three iconic Spanish‑speaking YouTubers through a fun theme: the good, the bad, and the ugly.You’ll meet Luisito Comunica, the friendly Mexican traveler who shows the world with humor and curiosity.Then we jump to El Bananero, the chaotic legend of early internet culture whose outrageous humor shaped a whole generation.And finally, we look at Dross, the Venezuelan storyteller known for dark mysteries, paranormal tales, and his famous “Top 7” lists. It’s a mix of culture, language, and internet history—perfect for Spanish learners who want real‑world context and a good laugh.Ready? ¡Vamos!📚 Get all the transcripts of Basic Spanish Conversations in one place 👇https://latinele.uteach.io/products/basic-spanish-conversations-pack❤️ Enjoy the episode? Leave a five‑star review and share it with your amigos.¡Hasta pronto!Marco

Ever heard of the Basque Christmas gift-giver who replaces Santa Claus? 🎅In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, I talk with Aitor Pisos, a Spanish teacher from Bilbao, about Olentzero, one of northern Spain’s most unique holiday figures.We explore who Olentzero is, why he’s connected to coal, how he’s traditionally portrayed, and the modern celebrations featuring children’s letters, Basque carols, and lively Christmas Eve parades.Ready? ¡Vamos!📚 Study along with the transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️https://latinele.com/who-is-olentzero-basque-christmas/🌐 Connect with Aitor: Newsletter: https://subscribepage.io/ElProfesorAitorSitio web: https://www.elprofesoraitor.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElProfesorAitorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elprofesoraitor/✈️ Ready for your next adventure? Get our FREE Spanish Adventures Companion to master key phrases for common TRAVEL SITUATIONS and wow your amigos!📝 Get all the transcripts of Basic Spanish Conversations in one place 👇https://latinele.uteach.io/products/basic-spanish-conversations-pack.❤️ If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✈️ Planning a trip and want to pick up the language fast?In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, I chat with Lindsay from Lindsay Does Languages about smart ways to prepare before you travel.We talk about what to focus on when time is short, how to make the most of your learning, and why a little language can go a long way when exploring a new country.Perfect for travelers who want quick, practical tips to boost their confidence abroad. 🌍✨📝 Study the episode along with the transcript on Latin ELE's blog 👇https://latinele.com/language-learning-tips-for-travelers/🌐 Connect with Lindsay:👉 Lindsay's website: https://www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com 👉 Free Vocab List: https://www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocablist👉 Language Life: https://www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll✈️ Ready for your next Spanish adventure? Get our FREE SPANISH ADVENTURES COMPANION to master key phrases for common TRAVEL SITUATIONS and wow your amigos! ⬇️📝 Get all the transcripts of Basic Spanish Conversations in one place 👇https://latinele.uteach.io/products/basic-spanish-conversations-pack❤️ If you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✈️ Ready for your next adventure? Get our FREE Spanish Adventures Companion to master key phrases for common TRAVEL SITUATIONS and wow your amigos!Who was the real Don Juan, and what does he have to do with ghosts and All Saints’ Day? 👻In this episode, Marco chats with Spanish teacher Paloma García to explore the origins of the legendary womanizer, his role in Spanish culture, and why his story is traditionally told on November 1st.Get ready for a mix of history, literature, and a touch of the supernatural en español. ¡Vamos!📝 Study along with the transcript on Latin ELE's blog 👇https://latinele.com/story-of-don-juan-in-spanish-culture/🌐 Connect with Paloma 👇💻 Website: https://www.sicomprendo.net/🎁 Subscribe for a gift from Paloma: https://www.sicomprendo.net/cadeaux-de-bienvenue/📚 Get all the transcripts of Basic Spanish Conversations in one place 👇https://latinele.uteach.io/products/basic-spanish-conversations-packIf you love this podcast, help others find it! Leave a five-star review and share it with your amigos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️