Beginner Spanish from Rob and Liz of Spanish Obsessed. Couple Liz and Rob (Colombian and English) teach and discuss a range of Spanish phrases, vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation - giving you the real Spanish as it's used around the world today. Engaging and lively conversation around a range of topics, equipping you with the Spanish you need to navigate through a variety of situations, from ordering different types of coffee to telling your significant you love them in 6 different ways! ...
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Intermediate Spanish from Rob and Lis of Spanish Obsessed. Couple Lis and Rob (Colombian and English) have a range of natural, engaging conversations in slow Spanish. We talk slow enough so that you can understand everything, but that doesn’t stop our conversations from being 100% authentic! We cover a variety of topics, equipping you in the process with super cool Spanish phrases which are actually used, as well as nuggets of grammar, pronunciation, and culture. Listen to Lis' crystalline C ...
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Advanced Spanish - lively and natural Spanish conversations around a range of engaging topics. Couple Liz and Rob (Colombian and English) share anecdotes, Spanish vocabulary, phrases, and much more in a series of real conversations. Rob's not a native speaker, so you can hear Liz correct him occasionally, as well as hear her crystalline Colombian Spanish. We also interview other guests, providing a range of different accents from all over the Spanish speaking world. Learn slang from various ...
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A show by language learners, for language learners. We talk with polyglots, teachers, learners, and technologists to uncover actionable language learning tips and hacks, no matter what language you are learning. We publish every 1-2 weeks, on Mondays.
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Mostly new music of the punk, garage, psych and powerpop variety. Extra special love and attention to Australians and bands that sing in Spanish.
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New Mexico's deep artistic traditions have long engaged with the multifaceted histories and cultures of the state. At Encounter Culture, we talk with artists, historians, scientists, museum curators, and writers who are all a part of New Mexico's centuries' old lineage of helping us understand the places and people who make the Land of Enchantment so unique. https://podcast.nmculture.org/
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Welcome to English and Beyond, the ultimate podcast for intermediate English learners! Join us weekly as we dive into a wide variety of engaging and slightly unconventional topics that go beyond traditional language learning. From quirky cultural insights to intriguing personal stories, this podcast offers a fresh approach to improving your English. Each episode features natural, idiomatic English and often a range of accents, helping you boost your listening skills and expand your vocabular ...
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The Unreserved Wine Talk podcast features candid conversations with the most fascinating people in the wine world. Your host, award-winning journalist Natalie MacLean, dives into how it feels to compete in the nerve-wracking World's Best Sommelier Competition, the shadowy underground of wine forgery, the zany tactics of a winemaker who hosted a funeral for cork, and more. Nestled in these colourful stories are practical tips on how to choose wine from a restaurant list, pair it with food and ...
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E6 Learning and losing a language (with Laura) - Intermediate English Podcast
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Welcome back to English and Beyond! In this episode, I'm fighting through a hoarse voice to bring you a special treat - my dear friend Laura joins me to reminisce about our studious adventures in Beijing, where we bonded over glamorous students taking selfies, tricky Mandarin ideograms, and more. We discuss the joys and pitfalls of language learnin…
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292: Why Wildfire Smoke Taint in Wine Intensifies as it Ages with Dr. Wes Zandberg
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Should we, as consumers, be concerned about buying wines from regions which have experienced wildfires? Why does smoke taint intensify as a wine ages? How can wineries mitigate the risk of producing smoke-tainted wine? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with researcher Wes Zandberg. You can find the wines we discussed…
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E5 Me, you and us - Our relationship - Intermediate English Podcast
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Join me and César as we take you on an unscripted journey through our eight-year relationship, filled with honesty and (hopefully) humour! In this special episode, we share candid insights about our dynamic, revealing some of the quirks, conflicts, and compromises that characterise our relationship. With César feeling under the weather and my voice…
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From Exoplanets to Earthly Technology: Exploring Our Fears and Dreams Through Science Fiction with Ness Brown and Chris Orwoll
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What does the space history have to do with science fiction? More than you’d think! Among the many exhibitions the New Mexico Museum of Space History offers is one called Sci Fi & Sci Fact: Two Worlds Collide. As Chris Orwoll, executive director of the New Mexico Museum of Space History shares, TV shows and movies like Star Trek and Star Wars were …
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291: How Wildfires Affect the Taste of Your Wine with Dr. Wes Zandberg
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What are the main causes of wildfires in wine country? Which two weather-based factors are the strongest predictors of the severity of wildfires each season? What impact do wildfires have on the taste of your wine, and why is it difficult to predict whether smoke-exposed grapes will, in fact, produce tainted wine? In this episode of the Unreserved …
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E4 Horrible Bosses - Intermediate English with Free Transcript
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Join me and César as we dive into the world of Horrible Bosses! In this episode, we discuss the universal challenge of dealing with difficult managers and how it shapes our work lives. I'll share my personal experiences with bosses—both good and bad—and explore why this dynamic is so prevalent. Laugh along as César and I recount our own workplace s…
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290: Ontario Wines, the Women Behind Them and at the Forefront with Jennifer Wilhelm
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What is agri-tourism and why did people begin to embrace the farming experience? Why don't Ontarians drink as much of our own wine as other provinces or countries? How did one woman lead the charge for biodynamic and organic wines in Canada? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Jennifer Wilhelm. You can find…
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E3 Instagram and Narcissus: Ancient self-obsession - Intermediate English Podcast
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Join me and César for a chat about narcissism and Instagram! In this episode, I link ancient Greek myths to today's selfie culture. Discover why Narcissus would feel right at home on Instagram and how our quest for likes is messing with our heads. Laugh along as I embarrass myself by sharing my own social media quirks and learn why I’m keeping it s…
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Prison Art as an Assertion of Humanity with Museum of International Folk Art Curators Patricia Sigala and Chloe Accardi
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Museum of International Folk Art curators Patricia Sigala and Chloe Accardi are dedicated to co-collaborating exhibitions alongside community members. For the upcoming exhibition, Between the Lines: Prison Art & Advocacy, this commitment to community feedback and engagement is particularly strong. What began as a small exhibition in the museum’s Ga…
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289: Celebrating Women in Wine with Jennifer Wilhelm & Andrea Brambila
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Are you curious about the untold stories of the legendary women who helped create the Ontario wine industry and who also shaped its future? Wine might lead people to work in the wine industry, but what sustains a lifetime career beyond that? Why don’t we celebrate people while they’re alive, but instead wait to express those heartfelt thoughts in a…
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E2 Maybe I'm wildly jealous - Unusual topics to learn Intermediate English
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Welcome to Episode 2 of "English and Beyond," the podcast for intermediate English learners. This time, we're confronting the infamous green-eyed monster: jealousy. Join Oliver and César as they chat about their own brushes with envy, from gym rivalries to language skills, and everything in between. We'll explore why jealousy pops up, how it can so…
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288: Heroic Italian Wines & the Future of Italy's Wines with Marc Millon
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What is a heroic wine? Which emerging trends will shape the taste of Italian wine in the next decade? How has Italian art and architecture directly influenced its wines? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Marc Millon. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks Giveaway …
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An introduction to using the other preterite tense, the "indefinido".By Spanish Obsessed
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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.By Spanish Obsessed
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E1 Our language journeys: English and Beyond - Intermediate English
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Join us for the very first episode of English and Beyond! In this episode, meet your hosts, Oliver and César, as they share their personal journeys with language learning. Discover why Oliver, a shy teenager, chose to study a 'dead language', Latin, and how he overcame his fear of speaking modern languages. Hear about César's experiences with his s…
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Rolling Into Rural Communities: Bookmobiles and Books by Mail Across New Mexico
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For many people who live in New Mexico the nearest library might be three hundred miles away. Luckily, the New Mexico State Library runs two excellent rural library services: Books by Mail and three bookmobiles that serve different regions of the state. If you live 20 minutes outside of the city limits of any city in New Mexico, or if you live with…
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287: Italy in a Wine Glass: The Story of Italy Through Its Wines with Marc Millon
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Which almost-forgotten grape Italian varieties deserve more recognition? What might surprise you about the stories and wines from Campania? What makes wine such a great narrative vehicle throughout history? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Marc Millon. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.n…
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Learn some handy "triggers" that often indicate the imperfectBy Spanish Obsessed
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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?By Spanish Obsessed
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286: Mixing Business and Pleasure; Authenticity and Forgery in Art and Wine with Bianca Bosker
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How are innovators making art and wine more engaging and accessible? What is it about the art and wine worlds that makes business and pleasure often one and the same? Is authenticity in art important? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Bianca Bosker. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.natal…
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A History of Genízaro Identity in the Heart of New Mexico with Dr. Gregorio Gonzales
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What do we lose when we don’t know ALL of our histories? Understanding our great, great, great, great grandparents' lives and how they survived, where they settled or traveled, and what languages they spoke – all of these details reveal so much about who we are and how we landed here in this place, at this moment in time. How our ancestors interact…
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285: The Obsessive Passions and Parallels Between Art & Wine with Bianca Bosker, Author of Get the Picture and Cork Dork
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Why are people with obsessive natures often drawn to both wine and art? How does strategic snobbery create deliberate barriers to entry into the art and wine worlds? What does it mean to stay in the work or to stay with the wine? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Bianca Bosker. You can find the wines we d…
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284: Spanish Wine Pairings + Cookbook Creation Secrets with Barbara Scott-Goodman
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Why do Spanish wines pair well with earthy, savoury dishes? How does food photography affect the cost of a cookbook? How can you set yourself up for success as an aspiring food or drink writer? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Barbara Scott-Goodman. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nata…
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Rob and Lis discuss an infuriating situation where they live, and what this shows about classism in ColombiaBy Spanish Obsessed
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Adventure Begins at Your Library: Explore New Mexico Tribal Libraries and Youth Programming
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In a large, low-population state like New Mexico, with lots of rural communities, libraries play a vital role in literacy, education, and job skills training—along with the simple joy that comes from learning and being immersed in the numerous worlds that can be found within a book’s pages. Each of the 130 libraries across New Mexico, including 21 …
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283: Challenging Wine Matches with Barbara Scott-Goodman, Author of Wine Time: 70+ Recipes for Simple Bites That Pair Perfectly with Wine
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Can you pair pickled foods with wine, or will their vinegarized flavours ruin the wine? Which wines pair best with soft-shell crab? What goes into great food photography, whether in a magazine or cookbook? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Barbara Scott-Goodman. You can find the wines we discussed at http…
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Beginners 47: Ser and Ir in the imperfect
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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.By Spanish Obsessed
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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.By Spanish Obsessed
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282: Wine Sulphites, Mindful Drinking and Marketing Alcohol on The Erica Diamond Podcast
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Should you avoid wine with sulphites? What are some of the important differences in the way wine is marketed to men versus women? How can you practice mindful drinking without giving up the wine you love? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm being interviewed by Erica Diamond on The Erica Diamond Podcast. You can find the wines …
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Can you teach a 2 year old Spanish and English?
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Our experiences trying to teach our 2 year old daughter Spanish and English.By Spanish Obsessed
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Beginners 46: A brief overview of the past tenses
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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?By Spanish Obsessed
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From Goatheads to Grand Canyons: A Love Letter to the Landscape with New Mexico State Poet Laureate, Lauren Camp
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Poetry is everywhere. Poetry is in the way we speak or sing or the ways we imagine. Poetry offers space and possibility. And poetry is the best kept open secret we have. Because as it turns out, poetry can sometimes have the unfortunate reputation of not being for everyone. Thankfully, state poets laureate are working to change this perception and …
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281: Splendid Vin Jaune, Jura Wine 's Wild Variety and Mysterious Grapes of the French Alps with Wink Lorch
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What makes Vin Jaune from France's Jura region so special? What can you discover about the diversity of wine coming out of Jura and the French Alps? What are some insider tips for planning a journey to the French Alps? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Wink Lorch. You can find the wines we discussed at ht…
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Beginners 45: Relationships and talking about your civil status
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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.By Spanish Obsessed
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We recently held our first full Spanish immersion trip in Bogota, where we were joined by 10 participants. Here's how it went.By Spanish Obsessed
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280: Wines of Jura and the French Alps with Wink Lorch: From Ski Resorts to Worldwide Sensation
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What is it about wines from the French Alps and Jura that makes them so different from any other wine region in the world? How has climate change impacted wines in the region? How did their perception as “ski resort wines” negatively impact Jura and Savoie wineries? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Wink …
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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.By Spanish Obsessed
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Learn 3 structures for exclamations, all using the word "qué"By Spanish Obsessed
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