A Zero To A Hero: Learn Spanish!

Logan and Esteban dive into the excitement of planning a trip in Spanish. They tackle real-world skills like arranging airport meetings and suggesting fun activities, from tacos to beach days. Esteban shares tips on using reflexive verbs and pronouns, making conversations smoother. A surprise for their mother adds a heartfelt twist, as they plan the ultimate reveal. The hosts wrap up their season with laughter and invite listener feedback, ensuring everyone is ready for their next Spanish adventure!

Esteban and Logan dive into daily routines and travel plans, discussing what they eat during the week. They explore adverbs of frequency like 'siempre' and 'nunca', practicing how often they do activities. The duo learns about reflexive verbs, sharing their wake and sleep schedules while conjugating phrases. Listeners hear from Pili, a Babbel Live teacher in Argentina, as she shares her daily habits. The conversation wraps with travel plans, packing tips, and a sneak peek at the next topic!

Logan dives into his family tree, sharing anecdotes about his favorite relatives while learning new Spanish phrases. Esteban teaches the art of speaking in the third person and the use of possessive adjectives. A lively chat with Babbel Live teacher Ruby reveals the special bond she shares with her mother. Listeners also get tips on describing family members’ personalities and the nuances of asking about siblings. Plus, a lighthearted discussion about gossip and future plans for conversations with grandparents adds a fun twist!

Logan dives into the quirky world of the verb 'gustar,' discovering its unique structure for expressing likes and dislikes. Esteban breaks down how to construct phrases like 'me gusta' while revealing common Spanish foods that spark conversation. They explore the fun of strong emotion verbs like 'me encanta,' and navigate plural agreements. Guest Laura shares her insights on Barcelona's culinary delights, making taste buds tingle. They wrap up with plans to expand Logan's vocabulary around food in a future lesson!

Esteban and Logan kick things off by discussing their goals for learning Spanish. Logan shares his family connections and excitement about visiting Oaxaca. They dive into basic introductions and essential question words like qué, cuándo, and dónde. The conversation takes a fun twist with guest Pedro, who shares his journey from Costa Rica to Paris while detailing his teaching schedule. Listeners get practical tips for practicing question-and-answer skills, making this a lively session for aspiring Spanish speakers!

Join Logan as he embarks on his Spanish-learning adventure, guided by his teacher Esteban. They lay out a fun weekly plan focusing on vocabulary and pronunciation, while tackling exciting topics like travel, family, and questions. Get ready for engaging listening practice with native speakers from across the Hispanic world. The ultimate goal? Transforming a complete beginner into a conversational hero! Tune in for a vibrant blend of learning and cultural connection.

While Catriona packs for her trip to Madrid, she and Héctor chat about holiday plans.They go through a lesson that includes grammar and vocabulary to talk about your next holiday.We’d love to get your feedback, suggestions or learn about your own language learning journey. The email is podcasting@babbel.com.If you’d like to read along, you can find the transcript for this episode here: https://bit.ly/3kmSEtC

In this episode, Catriona (Katrin), a passionate language learner gearing up for her trip to Madrid, dives into essential Spanish phrases and concepts. She and Héctor explore the versatile use of 'hay' for expressing existence, while learning how to ask about locations and count various attractions. From discussing museums to the proper usage of muchos/muchas, they cover vital vocabulary for navigating the city. You'll also hear practical tips on asking for directions and clarifying conversations—perfect for any traveler!

Explore essential tips to enhance your Spanish pronunciation, as Catriona and Héctor dive into everything from the five stable vowels to the unique guttural J sound. Discover the nuances between the single L and double LL, and learn why there's no true V in Spanish. The hosts emphasize the importance of intelligibility over perfection, and demonstrate minimal pairs for practicing trilled R sounds. Finish with a pronunciation challenge featuring key phrases that will boost your conversational skills.

Catriona and Héctor dive into the concept of home while mastering Spanish verbs that end in '-ir.' They enthusiastically share details about their lives in Berlin and explore family connections with the verb 'vivir.' The conversation highlights habits, locations, and even a friendly challenge comparing life in Berlin to Scotland. Listeners can expect to hear practical examples of conjugating verbs while learning vocabulary related to directions and distances. It's both a language lesson and a delightful cultural exchange!