When a young Eva Kollisch arrives as a refugee in New York in 1940, she finds a community among socialists who share her values and idealism. She soon discovers ‘the cause’ isn’t as idyllic as it seems. Little does she know this is the beginning of a lifelong commitment to activism and her determination to create radical change in ways that include belonging, love and one's full self. In addition to Eva Kollisch’s memoirs Girl in Movement (2000) and The Ground Under My Feet (2014), LBI’s collections include an oral history interview with Eva conducted in 2014 and the papers of Eva’s mother, poet Margarete Kolllisch, which document Eva’s childhood experience on the Kindertransport. Learn more at www.lbi.org/kollisch . Exile is a production of the Leo Baeck Institute , New York | Berlin and Antica Productions . It’s narrated by Mandy Patinkin. Executive Producers include Katrina Onstad, Stuart Coxe, and Bernie Blum. Senior Producer is Debbie Pacheco. Associate Producers are Hailey Choi and Emily Morantz. Research and translation by Isabella Kempf. Sound design and audio mix by Philip Wilson, with help from Cameron McIver. Theme music by Oliver Wickham. Voice acting by Natalia Bushnik. Special thanks to the Kollisch family for the use of Eva’s two memoirs, “Girl in Movement” and “The Ground Under My Feet”, the Sophia Smith Collection at Smith College and their “Voices of Feminism Oral History Project”, and Soundtrack New York.…
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Conquering Spanish is a podcast that shares the real-life journeys of adults learning Spanish, offering listeners inspiring stories of persistence and success. Each episode features interviews with Spanish learners who discuss their challenges, strategies, and personal achievements in Spanish language acquisition. The podcast provides valuable tips and motivation for those currently on their language-learning path. Sponsored by Spanish55, this series aims to create a supportive and engaging community for Spanish learners of all levels.
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Conquering Spanish is a podcast that shares the real-life journeys of adults learning Spanish, offering listeners inspiring stories of persistence and success. Each episode features interviews with Spanish learners who discuss their challenges, strategies, and personal achievements in Spanish language acquisition. The podcast provides valuable tips and motivation for those currently on their language-learning path. Sponsored by Spanish55, this series aims to create a supportive and engaging community for Spanish learners of all levels.
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Conquering Spanish: Interviews with Learners
In this episode of Conquering Spanish , we sit down with Ryan McNichol, a dedicated Spanish learner who embarked on this journey to reconnect with his Mexican heritage and challenge himself in new ways. From overcoming self-doubt to immersing himself in the language through baseball and daily life, Ryan shares valuable insights on mindset, persistence, and embracing the learning process. His story is a testament to the transformative power of language learning—not just in communication, but in personal growth. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on how pushing past fear can lead to unexpected rewards. 🎯 Book your FREE introductory consultation over Skype with a qualified Spanish coach: https://bit.ly/spanish55-free-trial-08 💬 Questions? Chat LIVE with a Spanish55 team member here: https://direct.lc.chat/8778216/ ♥️ FOLLOW Spanish55: https://bit.ly/m/spanish55academy…
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Conquering Spanish: Interviews with Learners
Amanda Di Martino spent years studying Spanish but struggled to use it in real conversations. She knew the words, but when the moment came to speak, she froze. That all changed when she switched to personalized coaching, where real-world practice and 1:1 guidance helped her break through her fears. In this episode, Amanda shares how she went from feeling stuck to using Spanish confidently while traveling, at work, and with her Colombian in-laws. She talks about the challenges, breakthroughs, and small wins that made all the difference in her journey. 📢 Fluency isn’t a destination—it’s a process. Tune in for inspiration, motivation, and real-life language learning tips! 🎯 Book your FREE introductory consultation over Skype with a qualified Spanish coach: https://bit.ly/spanish55-free-trial-07 💬 Questions? Chat LIVE with a Spanish55 team member here: https://direct.lc.chat/8778216/ ♥️ FOLLOW Spanish55: https://bit.ly/m/spanish55academy…
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Conquering Spanish: Interviews with Learners
In this episode of Conquering Spanish, Wendy, a lawyer and lifelong Spanish learner, shares how her heritage and passion for languages sparked her journey with Spanish. She reflects on the transformative role of Spanish55 in building her confidence, embracing imperfection, and making authentic connections. Wendy discusses the value of personalized lessons, cultural insights, and the joy of rediscovering her roots while balancing a busy professional life. Tune in to hear Wendy’s inspiring story of growth, connection, and the power of language. 🎯 Book your FREE introductory consultation over Skype with a qualified Spanish coach: 💬 Questions? Chat LIVE with a Spanish55 team member here: https://direct.lc.chat/8778216/ 🎙 LISTEN TO OUR NEW PODCAST: Conquering Spanish | Interviews with Learners ▶️ Youtube: • Conquering Spanish | Interviews with ... ▶️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KsXoMJ.. . ▶️ Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/79c.. . ▶️ Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/es/show/100137.. . ▶️ Player FM: https://player.fm/series/conquering-s.. . ▶️ RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2407549.rss ♥️ FOLLOW Spanish55: https://bit.ly/m/spanish55academy…
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Conquering Spanish: Interviews with Learners
In this episode of Conquering Spanish, Sean shares his journey of learning Spanish, from early challenges to building confidence through consistent practice. Guided by his Spanish55 coach, he’s discovered the joy of connecting with people, exploring cultures, and setting goals for future travels. Tune in for inspiring insights and practical tips! Shownotes: 00:00 - Intro 02:47 - Sean’s First Steps in Learning Spanish 03:45 - Personal and Professional Growth 05:08 - Motivation to Keep Learning Spanish 08:03 - Experience with Spanish Speaking People 12:43 - Integrating Spanish into Everyday Life 15:10 - Spanish55 and Seans Language Journey 16:58 - Biggest Challenges of Learning the Language 19:50 - Sean's Tips for Spanish Lessons 21:35 - Tools for Learning Spanish 23:09 - Barron's 501 Spanish Verbs in Spanish [https://a.co/d/5EzjTO1] 24:27 - Tips to Keep You Motivated 25:06 - Shoutout to Coach Azucena! 25:58 - That's a Wrap! 🎯 Book your FREE introductory consultation over Skype with a qualified Spanish coach: https://bit.ly/spanish55-free-trial-05 💬 Questions? Chat LIVE with a Spanish55 team member here: https://direct.lc.chat/8778216/ 🎙 LISTEN TO OUR NEW PODCAST: Conquering Spanish | Interviews with Learners Wondering what would happen if you decided to hire a Spanish tutor of your own? In each episode, we feature one of our adult learners who made the decision to take the leap and invest in personalized 1:1 Spanish coaching with Spanish55. These students have made incredible progress, and now we celebrate their journey and successes as they share their stories, challenges, and the impact learning Spanish has had on their lives: ▶️ Youtube: • Conquering Spanish | Interviews with ... ▶️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KsXoMJ... ▶️ Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/79c... ▶️ Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/es/show/100137... ▶️ Player FM: https://player.fm/series/conquering-s... ▶️ RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2407549.rss ♥️ FOLLOW Spanish55: https://bit.ly/m/spanish55academy…
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Conquering Spanish: Interviews with Learners
Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Eileen and Vicente, a dynamic couple learning Spanish for travel and connection. Vicente shares how his Mexican soccer teammates sparked his passion for the language, while Eileen, a dedicated teacher, embraced Spanish to better communicate with her students' families. In this episode, they reveal how learning Spanish opened doors to unforgettable experiences, including celebrating Día de Muertos in the heart of Michoacán. Discover how language learning can enrich travel, strengthen relationships, and connect you to new cultures in profound ways. Shownotes 00:02 - Introduction to Eileen and Vicente 05:45 - Vicente’s story: Soccer, teammates, and motivation 12:30 - Eileen’s teaching background and her ‘why’ for learning Spanish 18:50 - Learning milestones and challenges as older learners 25:15 - Día de Muertos in Michoacán: A cultural and personal highlight 35:00 - Tips for language learners at any stage of life 🎯 Book your FREE introductory consultation over Skype with a qualified Spanish coach: https://www.spanish55.com/free-trial-... 💬 Questions? Chat LIVE with a Spanish55 team member here: https://direct.lc.chat/8778216/ 🎙 LISTEN TO OUR NEW PODCAST: Conquering Spanish | Interviews with Learners Wondering what would happen if you decided to hire a Spanish tutor of your own? In each episode, we feature one of our adult learners who made the decision to take the leap and invest in personalized 1:1 Spanish coaching with Spanish55. These students have made incredible progress, and now we celebrate their journey and successes as they share their stories, challenges, and the impact learning Spanish has had on their lives: ▶️ Youtube: • Conquering Spanish | Interviews with ... ▶️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KsXoMJ... ▶️ Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/79c... ▶️ Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/es/show/100137... ▶️ Player FM: https://player.fm/series/conquering-s... ▶️ RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2407549.rss ♥️ FOLLOW Spanish55! Facebook: / X/Twitter: / spanish_55 LinkedIn: / spanish55 Instagram: / spanish55…
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In this episode of Conquering Spanish, we sit down with Carolyn Huber, an entrepreneur and outdoor enthusiast who has embraced Spanish as a way to deepen her connections and enrich her adventures. Carolyn shares how learning Spanish has helped her build meaningful relationships within the La Ventana community, enjoy seamless conversations at local markets, and gain a deeper appreciation for Mexican culture. Show Notes: 00:00 - Teaser 1:17 - Intro 3:04 - Meeting Carolyn 4:22 - First contact with Spanish 5:20 - Difference between learning Spanish vs learning French 6:00 - Experience with Coach Atenea 8:17 - Experience in La Ventana, México 10:15 - Challenges while learning Spanish 10:45 - Favorite while learning Spanish 13:00 - Learning about Mexican culture 14:35 - Tools to improve your Spanish 16:20 - Shout out to Coach Atenea! 16:50 - Final Thoughts 17:44 - Conclusion 🎯 Book your FREE introductory consultation over Skype with a qualified Spanish coach: https://www.spanish55.com/free-trial-lesson?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ambassador-videos&utm_id=dania-oneday 💬 Questions? Chat LIVE with a Spanish55 team member here: https://direct.lc.chat/8778216/ 🎙 LISTEN TO OUR NEW PODCAST: Conquering Spanish | Interviews with Learners Wondering what would happen if you decided to hire a Spanish tutor of your own? In each episode, we feature one of our adult learners who made the decision to take the leap and invest in personalized 1:1 Spanish coaching with Spanish55. These students have made incredible progress, and now we celebrate their journey and successes as they share their stories, challenges, and the impact learning Spanish has had on their lives: ▶️ Youtube: https://youtu.be/hYxb_1e87xc?si=BOurFHQMjrquvtiK ▶️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KsXoMJMDy3XSN40VrX6fN ▶️ Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/79c46c78-d9c6-4be8-a875-7a46e310d5f0 ▶️ Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/es/show/1001371301 ▶️ Player FM: https://player.fm/series/conquering-spanish-interviews-with-learners ▶️ RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2407549.rss ♥️ FOLLOW Spanish55! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spanish55/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Spanish_55 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/spanish55/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spanish55/ #LearnSpanish #SpanishLessons #SpanishForBeginners #LanguageLearning #SpeakSpanish…
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Conquering Spanish: Interviews with Learners
Mary’s connection to Spanish began with a friendship on her family’s farm in Pennsylvania. Her curiosity and commitment have taken her from classroom learning to unforgettable experiences in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Now, working with Coach Francis at Spanish55, Mary’s passion for Spanish is stronger than ever—her goal is to connect with her students’ families and community on a deeper level. In this episode of Conquering Spanish, Mary opens up about her journey and shares how learning Spanish has transformed her as a teacher and person. Show notes: Teaser 🎬 Coming up... Listen in as Mary shares how her Spanish journey started with neighbors from Uruguay, the twists and turns of learning while traveling, and the surprises along the way! Intro Meet Mary Herman! Our guest today is an elementary school teacher whose love for Spanish began with a childhood friendship. She’s here to share how that spark turned into a lifelong passion. Meeting Mary Mary introduces herself and shares how her Spanish journey began with a neighborly friendship on her family’s farm and continued through her school years from kindergarten onward. Differences in Spanish Mary explores the fascinating variety in Spanish—how accents, words, and meanings shift across regions and cultures, especially as she works with her diverse student community. Experience Learning While Traveling Mary recounts her trips to Costa Rica and Nicaragua, where her Spanish skills allowed her to truly connect with local families—a memorable step in her journey. Spanish Misconceptions She reflects on some misconceptions, like the “all or nothing” view of fluency, and shares her realization that learning a language is a nuanced, ongoing journey. Learning vs. Teaching Mary explains how being a Spanish learner herself deepens her empathy for her students, making her a more understanding and supportive teacher. Dealing with Frustration and Challenges From tricky accents to the subjunctive, Mary opens up about the frustrations of language learning and how her mentors, like Coach Francis, help her overcome these challenges. Lessons with Coach Francis Mary highlights her experience with Coach Francis, sharing how their personalized lessons go beyond grammar and how they’ve become close friends along the way. Spanish Goals She talks about her goals, including reaching fluency and becoming more confident when speaking Spanish, especially with her students’ families. Surprised by Spanish Learning Spanish has unexpectedly grown Mary’s empathy, giving her a better understanding of others’ challenges and showing her that it’s never too late to start. Shoutout to Coach Francis! Mary gives a heartfelt shoutout to Coach Francis, whose guidance and friendship have been central to her progress and motivation. Final Thoughts Consistency is key! Mary shares her belief in staying dedicated and patient in the language journey, no matter the pace. Conclusion from Host The host wraps up with reflections on Mary’s inspiring journey and encouragement to continue pushing the boundaries of language learning.…
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Conquering Spanish: Interviews with Learners
In our first episode of Conquering Spanish, we sit down with DeAnna Pursai, whose journey with Spanish is both inspiring and heartfelt. She shares how learning Spanish helped her connect more deeply with Spanish-speaking students at her college and even led her to lead translation efforts while traveling in South America. DeAnna offers advice for overcoming the nerves of speaking a new language, celebrating small wins, and always staying curious. Tune in for an uplifting conversation filled with insights, laughter, and encouragement for every step of your Spanish journey!…
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