Do you dream about leaving everything behind and moving to a Spanish-speaking country? 💼

If you're thinking about taking the leap, then you'll want to hear Kai Cesaire's story.

Kai runs a YouTube channel called Kai's Foreign Adventures where you can find out anything you need to know about moving to and living in Spain from the experience of an African-American. 🇪🇸 ✊🏽

Kai lives in Spain and he speaks Castilian Spanish.

In part 1 of our conversation he shares why he decided to move to Spain and how he was able to meet people in different regions of the country.

Kai also explains how to find job opportunities and which language is in highest demand if you want to work in Spain.

We also touch on the cost of living and his experience with the Spanish healthcare system after he became very ill when he first moved there, and I think you'll be surprised by what happened when he checked out of the hospital.

At the end I give an update on what's going on with Kai since we originally spoke back in October 2020.

Links
YouTube: Kai's Foreign Adventures
Instagram: @kai.cesaire
Listen to Part 2: The Black Expat: Creating a New Life in Spain Pt. II (Interview with Kai Cesaire, Kai's Foreign Adventures) ♫ 96

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In this episode, we’re reviewing the lyrics to Siembra by Panamanian singer and songwriter Rubén Blades and Puerto Rican singer and trombonist Willie Colón.

You'll learn the song lyrics with the meaning and English translation, along with 9 Spanish words & phrases you can use in conversation.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 3 common Spanish phrases with the verb recoger that you can use in daily conversation 🫳🏽
• The preposition you have to say before a verb when referring to a person (hint: it's just one letter, but it's an important one)
• How to say you reap what you sow in Spanish 👨🏽‍🌾
• The two different ways to say fruit in Spanish and the meanings of each word 🍇

Listen to this episode to add another classic salsa song to your playlist and learn more conversational Latin American Spanish.

Resources:

• Siembra (Lyrics Video)
• Ramón Betances (El Padre de la Patria de Puerto Rico 🇵🇷)
• UnidosUS, previously known as NCLR (National Council of La Raza)
• Spanish Grammar Mastery Course

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In today’s episode, we’re talking about politics – but don’t worry, we’re keeping it interesting. 😉

With the U.S. election happening right now and a lot of political news coming out of Latin America, it’s the perfect time to brush up on some Spanish phrases for political conversations.

Whether you want to jump into a discussion, ask questions, or just understand what people are saying, we’ve got you covered. 🎉

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How to talk about how you feel about the election (or if you don't want to discuss it at all 😬)
• Which Latin American countries already have women in political leadership, including Vice Presidents and Presidents ♀️
• Basic phrases you can use to ask your Spanish-speaking conversation partners about the government in Latin America 🌎

Listen to this episode so you can be prepared when you're asked about the US election.

Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖

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In this special Q&A episode of Learn Spanish con Salsa, Tamara Marie responds to a listener question from Jude, who’s facing the challenge of brain fog due to menopause while trying to learn Spanish.

If you’ve ever struggled to remember new vocabulary or feel overwhelmed by the learning process, this episode is packed with practical, research-backed strategies to help you stay consistent and motivated.

Tamara shares tips that will make language learning more enjoyable and effective--even with memory challenges.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• 🌱 Why short, frequent study sessions might be the brain hack you’ve been missing – especially with memory challenges
• 🎶 How music can work wonders for language learning – but what’s the science behind it?
• 🧠 Why cramming doesn’t work for language learning – and what to do instead
• 🧘🏽‍♀️ The daily habits support memory and focus – you might be surprised by what makes the biggest difference.

Listen to find out the small lifestyle tweaks that can help clear brain fog while learning Spanish.

Additional Resources:

• Join the Spanish Fluency Club waitlist for community and conversation practice! Doors open in January: spanishconsalsa.com/join
• Check out the Learn Spanish with Music Course to start learning Spanish through your favorite songs: spanishconsalsa.com/course
• Meditación guiada para dormir
• Meditación para calmarse (3 minutos)

Related Episodes:

• 9 Language Learning Strategies for ADHD Adults ♫ 182
• Busy Nurse & Mom Learns Spanish at Age 40: Interview with Kimberly Winfrey ♫ 171

Listen now and discover how to stay motivated and connected to your Spanish learning journey!

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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Kelly Delgado and Maribel Zapata on how to translate American English expressions 🇺🇸 to Spanish

You'll learn:

• Latin American expressions for the American English expressions get cold feet ❄️👣 and the ball is in your court 🏀
• How to ask someone if they're serious or joking in Spanish (it's nothing like "are you pulling my leg?" 🦵🏽)
• The translation for the American slang term "ride or die" in Spanish, and why it may be a red flag in relationships 🚩

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Plus, when you enroll, you’ll receive access to our Spanish Vocabulary Booster course—absolutely free! This bonus includes over 100 idiomatic expressions to help you speak more naturally in conversations. 🌟

👉 Visit https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/music to grab this amazing offer!

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In this episode, we shift gears from our recent focus on Colombian and Cuban Spanish to explore some common American English phrases 🇺🇸

Tamara takes the expert seat as Kelly and Maribel attempt to guess the meanings behind these expressions.

We’ll find out whether these American phrases have similar expressions in Spanish, so you can connect with native speakers more effectively. 🌎

You'll learn:

• The different Spanish expressions used in Colombia and Cuba for the American English expressions bite the bullet and kick the bucket
• How to say spill the beans in Spanish 🫘 and refer to a person that tells everyone's business 🤫
• The one American English phrase you can literally translate to Spanish and it has the same meaning (hint: it's related to hielo 🧊)

Join in on our guessing game as Kelly and Maribel take a stab at guessing these idioms!

Their reactions are priceless. 😂

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Plus, when you enroll, you’ll receive access to our Spanish Vocabulary Booster course—absolutely free! This bonus includes over 100 idiomatic expressions to help you speak more naturally in conversations. 🌟

👉 Visit https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/music to grab this amazing offer!

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In this episode, I'm joined once again by Spanish con Salsa Language Coaches Maribel Zapata and Kelly Delgado.

This time, Kelly and I put ourselves to the test by trying to guess the meaning of 9 unique Colombian expressions that Maribel shares with us.

Kelly and I do our very best to decipher what they really mean. Will you join us in the challenge?

Try to guess along with us and discover how much you know about Colombian Spanish! 🕵️‍♀️

The 9 Colombian phrases we explore:

1. ¡Qué chimba! / ¡Qué chimbada!
2. No dé papaya
3. Terminar en bombas / Hacer algo a la lata
4. ¡Qué pecao! / ¡Qué pecadito!
5. ¡Oigan a mi tío!
6. Colgar los guayos
7. Se cree la última Coca-Cola del desierto / Se cree el ombligo del mundo
8. Ah no, serán guayabas
9. Estás meando fuera del tiesto

Do you know what these expressions mean? Listen to this episode to find out ;)

🇨🇴 Learn more about Colombian Spanish: https://www.colombianspanish101.com

Don't miss this episode full of learning and fun! It will be an experience that will make you laugh, think, and above all, learn. 🎉

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In this episode, I’m joined by two special guests from our Language Coaching team at Spanish con Salsa—Kelly Delgado from Cuba 🇨🇺 and Maribel from Colombia 🇨🇴.

We're sharing 8 unique Cuban Spanish phrases that you’ll definitely want to add to your vocabulary!

But here’s the twist...

Maribel and I have to guess the meanings of these phrases before Kelly reveals what they really mean. 🤔

Can you guess along with us? Let’s see how many you get right!😅

✨ What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How to say liar in Cuban Spanish 🧐
• The real meaning behind the Cuban phrase "hazme la pala" (Nope, it’s not about digging 🛠️)
• Why "comerse un boniato" has nothing to do with eating sweet potatoes 🍠
• And how Cubans love to throw in fruit metaphors when they talk 🍉🍊 (seriously!)

This episode is 100% in Spanish, so it's a great way to practice your listening skills. Don't worry, though—if you’re a show supporter or a Spanish Fluency Club member, you can download the full transcript to follow along. ✍️📄

✨ Links & Resources Mentioned:

• 📝 Get the Full Transcript & English Translation: Available for show supporters and Spanish Fluency Club members.
• 🇨🇺 Cuban Spanish 101 Course: Learn conversational Cuban Spanish with Kelly, including over 100 idiomatic expressions and phrases!
• 📑 Full Show Notes: Check out episode notes and additional resources.

Make sure you tune in to the next episode where we dive into Colombian Spanish phrases with Maribel! You won’t want to miss it. 😉

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