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How to say no 16:11

2M ago16:11

16:11

How do you say "no" in Spanish? Rob is fond of turning down invitations, and in this episode he discusses the hidden cost of saying "no" in Spanish-speaking cultures, and why many native speakers find it so hard.Spanish Obsessed

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How speaking Spanish changes us 21:07

2M ago21:07

21:07

Lis and Rob discuss how our personality and self-identity change when we speak a foreign language. They also talk about how certain Spanish phrases and sayings express something profound about native speakers see the world.Spanish Obsessed

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Álvaro Uribe 23:07

2M ago23:07

23:07

We discuss the ex-president of Colombia, Álvaro Uribe. Uribe was credited with creating the conditions for lasting peace in Colombia, and opening the country up to the world. He was a hero to many in Colombia, but recently has been faced with allegations that bring his legacy into question. Don't forget to claim your free downloadable gift at spani…

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Self comparison 18:24

2M ago18:24

18:24

Comparing ourselves to others is natural, but is it always harmful? Rob describes his problems with self-comparison, and with Lis discusses how to turn negatives into positives. Head to spanishobsessed.com to claim your free Fluency Phrasebook!Spanish Obsessed

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Small talk 20:53

2M ago20:53

20:53

We explore "la charla" - small talk. What is it, how is it used, and why? Find some tips for better smalltalk in Spanish in this episode! Don't forget to head to spanishobsessed.com to download your free gifts.Spanish Obsessed

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Friendship as adults - a loneliness epidemic? 18:36

3M ago18:36

18:36

We are apparently going through an "epidemic of loneliness" - especially middle aged men! What could be behind this, and do we see this in our own lives? Sign up for the full transcription at spanishobsessed.com.Spanish Obsessed

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The in-laws... 16:59

3M ago16:59

16:59

The infamous "suegra" - in-law. In Latin cultures, the suegra plays a pivotal part in a couple's life. In this episode, we explore their role, the stereotype, and reveal how we get on with our suegras.Spanish Obsessed

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Money and happiness 18:08

3M ago18:08

18:08

Money makes us happy, to an extent... But, how much do we need? In this episode, we discuss the link between happiness and wealth, and what our cultures and society teach us about happiness.Spanish Obsessed

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Beginners 52: City vs country living 23:09

6M ago23:09

23:09

Discover how to express missing people and places in Spanish in our episode "Missing Things: City vs Countryside." Learn three authentic expressions—"extrañar," "echar de menos," and "hacer falta"—through a natural conversation about life in Colombia's bustling capital versus its peaceful coffee region. Perfect for beginners who want to sound more …

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Beginners 51: The car crash 25:31

7M ago25:31

25:31

Lis tells us about her car crash in the centre of Bogotá. Learn how to describe accidents, and unexpected events in Spanish.Spanish Obsessed

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Beginners 50 - Telling a story with the past tense(s) 23:21

8M ago23:21

23:21

A few years ago, we made a move from London to Bogota - in this episode, Lis tells the story of our intercontinental move. Learn how to combine the preterite tenses (imperfect and indefinite) when you tell a story, and when to use each one. Foundations 2 is launching on the 7th April! Head to spanishobsessed.com/foundations-2 to find out more!…

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Por and Para: Part two 30:31

10M ago30:31

30:31

Part two of Rob's conversation with Johana. Discover how to master two essential uses of 'por' and 'para' in Spanish: time expressions and opinions. Learn the crucial differences between phrases like "para mañana por la mañana" and why "por mí está bien" means something different from "para mí está bien." Through practical examples from everyday Sp…

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Beginners 49: The indefinido (part 1) 20:42

1+ y ago20:42

20:42

An introduction to using the other preterite tense, the "indefinido".Spanish Obsessed

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Por and Para: Part one 21:29

1+ y ago21:29

21:29

Rob and Johana discuss "por" and "para". Why are these words so difficult for learners, and what approach can we take to tackling them? In this episode, we'll look at two common uses for por and para.Spanish Obsessed

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Beginners 48 - Imperfect "triggers" 17:14

1+ y ago17:14

17:14

Learn some handy "triggers" that often indicate the imperfectSpanish Obsessed

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Should you learn slang? 43:09

1+ y ago43:09

43:09

Join Rob and Spanish teacher Johana in a conversation about Spanish slang. What are the difficulties for us as learners in learning slang, and is it even worth it?Spanish Obsessed

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El Clasismo... 19:05

1+ y ago19:05

19:05

Rob and Lis discuss an infuriating situation where they live, and what this shows about classism in ColombiaSpanish Obsessed

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Beginners 47: Ser and Ir in the imperfect 20:06

1+ y ago20:06

20:06

Learn how to use "ser" and "ir" in the imperfect tense in Spanish, featuring a dialogue, and some nifty hacks for both remembering the conjugations as well as some great uses of these verbs.Spanish Obsessed

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Too old to learn Spanish? 17:01

1+ y ago17:01

17:01

We discuss learning Spanish later in life. While we are not (just yet) in that situation, we have inspiring students who have shared with us how they are successfully learning Spanish in their senior years.Spanish Obsessed

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Can you teach a 2 year old Spanish and English? 18:54

1+ y ago18:54

18:54

Our experiences trying to teach our 2 year old daughter Spanish and English.Spanish Obsessed

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Beginners 46: A brief overview of the past tenses 16:17

1+ y ago16:17

16:17

In this and the next few episodes, we'll be focusing on the preterite, or past tense. What are the two past tenses, and what are a couple of good rules of thumb to know?Spanish Obsessed

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Beginners 45: Relationships and talking about your civil status 12:32

1+ y ago12:32

12:32

Should we say "estoy casado" or "soy casado"? Is it a temporary state, or a permanent feature...? Learn which to use, and when, as well as other vocabulary and expressions to talk about relationships.Spanish Obsessed

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Bogota Immersion trip: what we learned 21:10

1+ y ago21:10

21:10

We recently held our first full Spanish immersion trip in Bogota, where we were joined by 10 participants. Here's how it went.Spanish Obsessed

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How to get a native Spanish accent 17:23

1+ y ago17:23

17:23

How important is a native accent, and is it possible to develop one? Is it even desirable? Rob and Lis talk about their own efforts to develop better accents, and some reasonable goals for learners.Spanish Obsessed

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Beginners 44: Exclamations 13:59

1+ y ago13:59

13:59

Learn 3 structures for exclamations, all using the word "qué"Spanish Obsessed

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How to say no 16:11

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How speaking Spanish changes us 21:07

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Álvaro Uribe 23:07

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Self comparison 18:24

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Small talk 20:53

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Friendship as adults - a loneliness epidemic? 18:36

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The in-laws... 16:59

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Money and happiness 18:08

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Beginners 52: City vs country living 23:09

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Beginners 51: The car crash 25:31

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Beginners 50 - Telling a story with the past tense(s) 23:21

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Por and Para: Part two 30:31

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Beginners 49: The indefinido (part 1) 20:42

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Por and Para: Part one 21:29

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Beginners 48 - Imperfect "triggers" 17:14

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Should you learn slang? 43:09

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El Clasismo... 19:05

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Beginners 47: Ser and Ir in the imperfect 20:06

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Too old to learn Spanish? 17:01

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Can you teach a 2 year old Spanish and English? 18:54

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Beginners 46: A brief overview of the past tenses 16:17

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Beginners 45: Relationships and talking about your civil status 12:32

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Bogota Immersion trip: what we learned 21:10

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How to get a native Spanish accent 17:23

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Beginners 44: Exclamations 13:59

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