Sobre El Salvador - About El Salvador
We’re taking a closer look at El Salvador, from its Indigenous roots and fascinating history to its economy, currency, changing reputation f...
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20 of 340 episodesPor qué los mexicanos dicen “provecho”? 10 códigos culturales Parte 2 - Why Do Mexicans Say “Provecho”? 10 Cultural Codes, Part 2
How do you know whether to shake hands, hug, or give someone a cheek kiss in Mexico? Why do Mexicans offer food even when they barely have e...
Por qué los mexicanos dicen “provecho”? 10 códigos culturales Parte 1 - Why Do Mexicans Say “Provecho”? 10 Cultural Codes, Part 1
We explore some of the small but important cultural habits that shape everyday interactions in Mexico, from wishing strangers provecho at a...
Septiembre: el mes de la independencia en América Latina - September: Latin America's Independence Month
Why do so many Spanish-speaking countries celebrate their independence in September? We explore the historical connections behind these cele...
¿Vale la pena hacerte Invisalign en México? - Is it Worth Getting Invisalign in Mexico?
Could getting dental treatment in Mexico actually be worth it? I share my seven-to-eight-month Invisalign journey, including why I decided t...
De Puebla para México: los secretos del chile en nogada - From Puebla to Mexico: The Secrets of Chile en Nogada
Chiles en nogada are one of Mexico’s most celebrated seasonal dishes, and we’re sharing what makes them so special. We talk about our own ex...
Canciones infantiles: historias raras, mitos y recuerdos - Children's Songs: Strange Stories, Myths, and Memories
Becoming parents has given us a whole new appreciation for children’s songs, so in this episode, we’re sharing some of our favorites with Sa...
Vacaciones de verano: recuerdos, planes y escapadas del calor - Summer Vacation: Memories, Plans, and Escaping the Heat
Summer vacations mean something different depending on where you grew up, and in this episode, we look back on the childhood memories that s...
Operativo No Inglés: cuando las marcas se pusieron la verde | Operation No English: When Brands Got Behind Mexico
What happens when an entire country jokingly decides to “cancel” English for a day? In this episode, we explain the story behind Operativo N...
Fray Tormenta: El Sacerdote Luchador Que Inspiró Nacho Libre - Fray Tormenta: The Wrestling Priest Who Inspired Nacho Libre
Have you ever wondered how much of Nacho Libre is actually true? We talk about what the movie gets right (and wrong), the stereotypes it pre...
Viajar al Caribe en Temporada de Sargazo - Traveling to the Caribbean During Sargassum Season
If you’re planning a trip to the Riviera Maya or simply want to understand one of the Caribbean’s biggest environmental challenges, this epi...
Un Año con Santi: Lo Que Hemos Aprendido Como Papás - A Year with Santi: What We've Learned as Parents
A lot can change in just one year! In this episode, we look back on our first year of parenthood, sharing the lessons, challenges, and joyfu...
Breakdown: Oaxaca de Fiesta: Historia y Significado de la Guelaguetza | Oaxaca in Celebration: The History and Meaning of the Guelaguetza
This is the exclusive audio breakdown section for episode 324 - Oaxaca de Fiesta: Historia y Significado de la Guelaguetza | Oaxaca in Celeb...
Oaxaca de Fiesta: Historia y Significado de la Guelaguetza - Oaxaca in Celebration: The History and Meaning of the Guelaguetza
We take a deep dive into the Guelaguetza, Oaxaca’s iconic festival of sharing, community, and cultural pride. We talk about the origins of t...
Orgullo, Diversidad y Lenguaje Inclusivo en Español - Pride, Diversity, and Inclusive Language in Spanish
Pride celebrations are often associated with colorful parades and community gatherings, but there is a much deeper history behind them. We e...
El Ajolote: El Pequeño Monstruo Mexicano - The Axolotl: Mexico’s Little Monster
Have you ever wondered why the axolotl has become such a beloved symbol of Mexico? In this episode, we dive into the history, mythology, and...
El Fútbol en México - Soccer in Mexico
Soccer in Mexico is much more than just a sport, and in this episode, we dive into why it feels almost like a religion for so many people. W...
El Aguacate: El Oro Verde de México - Avocado: Mexico's Green Gold
We dive into the fascinating world of avocados, from their ancient origins in Mesoamerica to their modern global popularity. We share person...
México Vivo: Los Trece Patrimonios Inmateriales de la UNESCO Parte II - Mexico Alive: The Thirteen Intangible Cultural Heritage Sites of UNESCO, Part II
In the second part of our series about Mexico’s UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, we dive deeper into some of the country’s most fascinat...
México Vivo: Los Trece Patrimonios Inmateriales de la UNESCO Parte I | Mexico Alive: The Thirteen Intangible Cultural Heritage Sites of UNESCO, Part I
We take you beyond landmarks and into the living traditions that define Mexico’s cultural identity. We explore UNESCO-recognized intangible...