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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 ...
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How Learning Spanish Helped Joel Serve His Community with Humanity
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In this episode of Conquering Spanish, host Tania Roman speaks with Joel Dermott, a public health administrator in rural Missouri, about how learning Spanish became a tool for service rather than perfection. Joel shares how families who arrive at his clinic without English immediately relax when they’re greeted in Spanish, even if the conversation …
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How Chad Finally Learned to Speak Spanish Fluently
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55 In this episode of Conquering Spanish, host Tania Román sits down with Chad, a bank executive from Tucson, Arizona, whose mission to connect with friends and clients inspired him to learn Spanish. Chad shares how speaking with Coach Paula since 2021 has transformed his confidence, helping him move from me…
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Why This Denver Lawyer Is Learning Spanish in Midlife | Trish Cooper’s Journey to Spanish Fluency
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55 Thinking about learning Spanish as an adult? Trish Cooper, a lawyer from Denver, shares how starting Spanish lessons in midlife has changed her life. In this episode of Conquering Spanish, Trish opens up about: How Spanish has “opened a lot of doors” and made travel “a lot more educational” Why she says, …
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Fluency Is Not a Race: Jake’s Real Talk on Learning Spanish
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In this inspiring episode, Jake returns to share the unfiltered truth about learning Spanish—from his dream of visiting Spain and Colombia to the self-doubt and setbacks along the way. He reflects on what it really takes to make progress, how staying consistent with Coach Fran has changed his mindset, and why fluency is more than just a goal—it’s a…
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Why Spanish Is a Life Skill: A Conversation with Veronica
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In this episode of Conquering Spanish, we meet Veronica, a dedicated learner from New Jersey, who opens up about her journey with Spanish. From feeling defeated to discovering renewed confidence, Veronica shares how her lessons with Coach Jake felt more like conversations with a friend—and how that connection made all the difference. Tune in for a …
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How Learning Spanish Transformed My Life After Retirement
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After a lifetime helping others as a school director for multilingual programs, Charles Wheaton set out to conquer Spanish for himself. In this heartwarming interview, he shares how learning Spanish brought new purpose to his retirement — and how a recent trip to Mexico showed just how much progress he’s made! Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Span…
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Heather on Confidence, Curiosity, and Conquering Spanish
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Heather’s Spanish learning journey is more than just vocabulary and grammar—it’s about building confidence and meaningful human connection. In this episode, she shares how her one-on-one lessons have made Spanish feel personal, how she’s grown through her coach’s support, and the small wins that keep her going. It’s a beautiful reminder that langua…
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From Fear to Fluency: Chris’s Journey with Spanish
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In this episode of Conquering Spanish, we sit down with Chris Quintana, a San Francisco native whose journey with Spanish has been one of resilience, purpose, and heart. From giving a best man speech in Spanish to translating at work and practicing with his grandma, Chris shares how he's built confidence step by step — and how Spanish has become a …
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Teaching, Swimming, and Speaking Spanish: Victoria Marshall’s Journey
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55 In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Victoria Marshall — a third-grade teacher, passionate swimmer, and lifelong learner. Born in Chile and raised in Philadelphia, Victoria’s journey with Spanish is one of rediscovering her roots, building deeper connections with her students and community…
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Trust the Process: Ryan’s Journey to Spanish Fluency
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55 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 sh…
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Hesitant to Speak Spanish? Amanda Was Too—Here’s What Changed
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55 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 thi…
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Overcoming Perfectionism: Wendy’s Story of Speaking Spanish with Confidence
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55 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…
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How Sean Turned Language Learning Into a Lifelong Adventure
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55 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 …
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Connecting Through Language: A Couple’s Journey with Spanish and Tradition
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55 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 student…
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From Washington to La Paz, México: Meet Carolyn, polyglot, MTBer, and entrepreneur!
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55 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 commu…
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Conquering Spanish | Interviews with learners | Episode 2: Mary Herman
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson with Spanish55! 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 tha…
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Conquering Spanish | Interviews with learners | Episode 1: DeAnna Pursai
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Schedule a Free Trial Lesson! 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 Ameri…
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