Duolingo Spanish Podcast
Duolingo
True stories for English speakers learning Spanish. From the makers of Duolingo, the most popular language-learning app, comes a new podcast that delivers fascinating real-life stories in easy-to-understand Spanish with English narration. These are not language lessons; they’re life lessons through language. Hosted by Martina Castro, co-founder of NPR’s Radio Ambulante.
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Apr 22, 2021 • 2min
Trailer Season 11
The Duolingo Spanish Podcast is back with new episodes on April 29. Listen to the trailer now!
Mar 11, 2021 • 25min
Extrañamente idénticas (Strangely Identical)
When a family friend told Dolores Fernández that she’d seen her on television, Dolores was sure there must be a mistake. But then Dolores saw the program for herself…and there she was. Except Dolores had never been on television. So who was this mystery woman? A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3rcdcpo.
Mar 4, 2021 • 21min
El perro que protestó (The Dog Who Protested)
María Campos falls in love with a stray dog who has a knack for leading protests — and becomes a global symbol of unity and strength in Chile's historic social uprising. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3AKBlq4.
Feb 25, 2021 • 25min
Reforestación inteligente (Smart Reforestation)
After experiencing climate change-fueled wildfires in person, a young Spanish businessman searches for a solution to reforest the planet, with help from a tree-whispering monk. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3Gaew0g.
Feb 18, 2021 • 26min
Irse de Venezuela (Leaving Venezuela)
Pushed away by growing insecurity and political unrest in her country, a Venezuelan woman follows her dream of moving to Georgia, USA. There, she faces a tough reality of the language barrier and harsh work conditions…obstacles she meets with a fighter's spirit. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3Hli55g.
Feb 11, 2021 • 23min
Terapia de tatuajes (Tattoo Therapy)
A tattoo parlor in Barcelona helps survivors of domestic violence start a new chapter in their lives. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3gapNTRm.
Feb 4, 2021 • 24min
Buscando a los 33 (Finding the 33)
Eleven years ago, a young geologist named Sandra Jara became an unsung hero in the high-stakes race to rescue 33 trapped Chilean miners. Now, she’s telling her story. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3HhSYAh.
Jan 28, 2021 • 24min
El nopal es el nuevo cuero (Cactus is the New Leather)
After a fortuitous encounter in Taiwan, two Mexican friends decide to transform their national symbol into an ethical alternative for the fashion industry. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3s9934C.
Jan 21, 2021 • 22min
Una cancha para ellas (A Field of Their Own)
In one of the poorest neighborhoods of Buenos Aires, a soccer coach helps girls fight for their right to play, building a feminist soccer league that becomes an example of inclusion in sports. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3GddG2J.
Jan 13, 2021 • 40min
Inside "El gran robo argentino"
Laura Maycumber, the supervising producer at Duolingo, takes us behind the scenes of the gripping true crime mini-series ‘El Gran Robo Argentino’. The discussion includes insights on how pandemic challenges shaped production. Maycumber highlights the importance of diverse perspectives in journalism, while also sharing the intricacies of editing for consistency in pronunciation. The innovative approach to engaging language learners through captivating storytelling, combined with original sound design, makes for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look!
