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Beginners Spanish Podcast - Spanglish Friends

Beginners Spanish Podcast - Spanglish Friends

Spanglish Friends 63 episodes Latest May 29, 2026

A podcast for true beginner Spanish learners, hosted in 95% English with super slow Spanish explanations. Co-hosted by Val from Venezuela, an experienced Spanish teacher, and Em from Australia, a native English speaker who learned Spanish from scratch. New episodes weekly. Winner of 2026 Goodpods Top 50 Podcasts for Teaching and 2025 Spotify Instant Hit Show.

Episodes

How to Describe What You’re Wearing in Spanish | Beginner Spanish Clothing Vocabulary Jun 5, 2026 00:12:10 Learn how to say what you’re wearing in Spanish like “I’m wearing a dress,” “I wear a jacket,” and “What are you wearing?” 👗👕In this beginner Spanish podcast episode, Em and Val teach you essential clothing vocabulary, how to describe outfits naturally using llevo and uso, and how to ask someone what they’re wearing in real-life Spanish conversations.Perfect for Spanish beginners, travellers, and
Can Watching Movies Help You Learn Spanish? | Beginner Spanish Tips and Spanish Film Recommendations May 29, 2026 00:15:09 🎬 Have you ever wondered if watching Spanish movies can actually help you learn Spanish as a beginner? The research says YES, but only if you use them the right way.In this episode, Em and Val break down why Spanish films feel difficult at first, what beginners usually get wrong, and how movies can actually improve your listening, vocabulary, and comprehension over time.Perfect for Spanish beginne
How to Say You’re Sick in Spanish | Beginner Spanish for Illness, Pain & Symptoms May 22, 2026 00:13:18 Learn how to say “I’m sick,” “I don’t feel well,” “my head hurts,” and other common illness phrases in Spanish🤒In this beginner Spanish podcast episode, Em and Val teach you essential Spanish vocabulary and real-life phrases for talking about pain, symptoms, sickness, and feeling unwell naturally.Perfect for Spanish beginners, travellers, and anyone wanting to improve their Spanish conversation an
How to Go Clothes Shopping in Spanish | Beginner Phrases For Sizes, Fitting Room & More May 15, 2026 00:11:56 Do you know how to ask for your size, where the fitting room is, or say “this doesn’t fit”… in Spanish? In Episode 60, Em and Val teach you how to go clothes shopping using simple, real-life Spanish. From asking for sizes to talking about how clothes fit, this is practical Spanish you’ll actually use when travelling or living abroad.🎙️ In this episode, you’ll: ✅ Learn how to ask where the fitting
How to Talk About Mother’s Day in Spanish | Beginner Spanish for Cards, Compliments & Plans May 8, 2026 00:12:48 Do you know how to say “Happy Mother’s Day,” “thank you for everything,” or what you’re going to do for your mum… in Spanish? 💐In Episode 59, Em and Val teach you how to talk about your mum, express love and gratitude, and share your Mother’s Day plans using simple beginner Spanish you can actually use in real life.You’ll learn how to describe your mum, write a heartfelt card, and use one of the m
How to Know When Spanish Gender Breaks the Rules | Exceptions Explained for Beginners May 1, 2026 00:14:00 Why is it el problema, but la mano… and sometimes even el agua fría (wait, what?! 😵)?In Episode 58, Em and Val break down one of the most confusing parts of Spanish for beginners — gender exceptions. You’ve probably learned the rule: words ending in “a” are feminine and words ending in “o” are masculine… but Spanish doesn’t always follow the rules.So how do you know when it doesn’t? And more impor
How to Say If You Get Along With Someone in Spanish | Beginner Spanish Relationships & Personality Apr 24, 2026 00:15:42 Do you know how to say if you get along with someone in Spanish — your sister, your boss, your friends… or even someone you don’t get along with? 👀In Episode 57, Em and Val teach you how to talk about relationships and personality using one of the most useful beginner Spanish structures: “llevo bien con" You’ll learn how to say who you get along with, who you don’t, and how to explain why — u
How to Talk About Friendships in Spanish | Describe Your Friends + Guest Savin from Ele-Frente Apr 17, 2026 00:12:53 How long have you been friends with someone… and could you say it in Spanish? 🤔💬In this special collab episode, Em and Val are joined by Savin from Ele-Frente, to help you talk about friendships in Spanish with confidence. 💛Together, you’ll learn how to ask how long you’ve been friends, answer using simple structures, and describe your friend’s personality using beginner-friendly Spanish.🎙️ In thi
How to Talk About the Beach in Spanish | Beginner Spanish Beach Vocabulary & Activities Apr 10, 2026 00:14:05 Imagine yourself at the beach — swimming in the ocean, building sandcastles, or relaxing under an umbrella… now you can describe all of that en español! 🌊☀️In Episode 55, Em and Val teach you how to talk about your favourite beach activities in Spanish — from sunbathing to surfing, having a picnic, and making sandcastles. Perfect for beginner learners who want to start speaking about real-life act
How to Talk About Easter in Spanish | Easter Vocabulary & Traditions for Beginners Apr 3, 2026 00:13:12 Want to talk about Easter in Spanish — from the Easter bunny to chocolate and egg hunts — using just a few simple words? 🐰🍫🥚In Episode 54, Em and Val teach you how to describe Easter traditions like painting and hiding eggs, looking for them, and celebrating with family — all in beginner-friendly Spanish.🎙️ In this episode, you’ll:✅ Learn essential Easter vocabulary: la Pascua, los huevos de Pascu
How to Describe What Someone Looks Like in Spanish | Beginner Spanish for Friends and Family Mar 27, 2026 00:14:21 Want to describe what someone looks like in Spanish — and make it sound natural in conversation? 👀In this episode, you’ll learn how to talk about height, hair, and eye colour using simple beginner Spanish.In Episode 53, Em and Val guide you through describing people using only two verbs — ser and tener — so you can confidently talk about your friends, family, or anyone you meet.🎙️ In this episode,
How to Talk About Your Daily Routine in Spanish | Reflexive Verbs for Beginners Mar 20, 2026 00:13:54 Want to describe your daily routine in Spanish — and make it sound like a real conversation? ☀️In this episode, you’ll learn how to talk about what you do in the morning, afternoon, and evening using simple, beginner Spanish.In Episode 52, Em and Val teach you how to go from random verbs to a full connected story about your day — using reflexive verbs, sequencing words, and frequency expressions y

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