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Beginners Spanish Podcast - Spanglish Friends

Beginners Spanish Podcast - Spanglish Friends

Spanglish Friends 63 Episodes Jul 24, 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 Text in Spanish | Abbreviations & Slang for Beginners
How to Text in Spanish | Abbreviations & Slang for Beginners Jul 24, 2026 00:11:54 Learn how to understand Spanish WhatsApp messages and text like a native!In this beginner Spanish podcast episode, Em and Val teach you the most common Spanish texting abbreviations, WhatsApp slang, and everyday phrases you’ll actually see in real conversations. You’ll learn how to decode text shortcuts, send simple messages, and keep a conversation going naturally in Spanish.Perfect for Spanish b
How to Catch a Taxi or Uber in Spanish | Beginner Guide
How to Catch a Taxi or Uber in Spanish | Beginner Guide Jul 17, 2026 00:14:56 Learn how to catch a taxi or Uber, communicate with your driver, and travel with confidence in Spanish!In this beginner Spanish podcast episode, Em and Val teach you essential Spanish phrases and vocabulary for taking a taxi or Uber in Spanish-speaking countries. You’ll learn how to greet your driver, confirm your ride, ask for the air conditioning, request to be dropped off, pay for your trip, an
How to Talk About Food Allergies & Dietary Requirements in Spanish | Beginner Guide
How to Talk About Food Allergies & Dietary Requirements in Spanish | Beginner Guide Jul 11, 2026 00:11:05 Learn how to talk about food allergies, dietary requirements, and food preferences in Spanish with confidence!In this beginner Spanish podcast episode, Em and Val teach you essential Spanish phrases and vocabulary for dining out safely in Spanish-speaking countries. You’ll learn how to ask for ingredients to be removed, explain food allergies, and communicate if you’re vegetarian or vegan so you c
How to Order Food at a Restaurant in Spanish | Beginner Guide
How to Order Food at a Restaurant in Spanish | Beginner Guide Jul 3, 2026 00:15:10 Learn how to book a table, order food and drinks, and pay the bill in Spanish with confidence!In this beginner Spanish podcast episode, Em and Val teach you the essential Spanish phrases and vocabulary you’ll need when eating at restaurants in Spanish-speaking countries. You’ll learn how to reserve a table, order your meal, ask for the bathroom, request the bill, and understand common questions yo
How to Catch a Bus in Spanish | Beginner Guide
How to Catch a Bus in Spanish | Beginner Guide Jun 26, 2026 00:13:42 Learn how to catch a bus, buy tickets, and use public transport in Spanish with confidence!In this beginner Spanish podcast episode, Em and Val teach you essential Spanish phrases and vocabulary for travelling by bus in Spanish-speaking countries. You'll learn how to ask where the bus stop is, find out which bus to take, buy a ticket, ask about fares, and understand common public transport ann
How to Talk About the World Cup in Spanish | Football Spanish for Beginners
How to Talk About the World Cup in Spanish | Football Spanish for Beginners Jun 19, 2026 00:13:05 Learn how to talk about football, support your favourite team, and understand World Cup conversations in Spanish!In this beginner Spanish podcast episode, Em and Val teach you essential football and World Cup vocabulary in Spanish. You'll learn how to talk about the teams you support, understand common football terms like goal, referee, match, and score, and react naturally while watching a ga
How to Book Appointments and Make Reservations in Spanish | Phone Call Spanish for Beginners
How to Book Appointments and Make Reservations in Spanish | Phone Call Spanish for Beginners Jun 12, 2026 00:13:44 Learn how to book appointments, make reservations, and talk on the phone in Spanish with confidence!In this beginner Spanish podcast episode, Em and Val teach you essential phrases for booking doctor's appointments, dentist visits, haircuts, and restaurant reservations in Spanish. You'll learn how to ask for availability, suggest a different day or time, and confidently handle common phone convers
How to Describe What You’re Wearing in Spanish | Beginner Spanish Clothing Vocabulary
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
How can Watching Movies Help You Learn Spanish? | Beginner Tips and Spanish Film Recommendations
How can Watching Movies Help You Learn Spanish? | Beginner 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
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
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
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

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