¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input

🎙️ Episode 216: Let’s Go to Ecuador! In this episode, Marta shares exciting news. She is traveling to Ecuador with a group of students. She talks about the upcoming adventure, the travel itinerary, and the incredible places they will visit, including Quito, the equatorial line, waterfalls in Baños, Inca ruins, and beautiful cities in the Andes. She is excited… but also a little nervous because a snowstorm in Wisconsin might affect the flight. Transcript here! Interested in a virtual Spanish class with Marta? Click here! If you enjoy the podcast, please support the show by rating and sharing it with other Spanish learners. Stay connected with us: Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group TikTok Instagram You can also send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329.

Welcome to ¡Cuéntame!, the podcast that helps you practice and improve your Spanish through stories from the Spanish-speaking world. In this episode, Marta shares a very special story. Not only is it one of her favorite legends, it is also the final episode in the series of legends from the Spanish-speaking world. Today’s legend comes from Mexico and tells the tragic and beautiful story behind two of the country’s most famous volcanoes: Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl. According to the legend, these volcanoes were once two people deeply in love. If you are interested in learning more about it,⁠ ⁠check out ⁠⁠the short novel for intermediate Spanish learners that I wrote! If you enjoy ¡Cuéntame!, please consider rating the podcast, sharing it with a friend or colleague, and helping other Spanish learners discover the show. And, if you want to take a virtual Spanish class with me, click⁠ ⁠here!⁠⁠⁠📧Email the show⁠⁠⁠ Buy Me a Coffee ⁠⁠to support the podcast⁠ ⁠ Join the Facebook Group⁠⁠ Follow along on⁠ ⁠TikTok ⁠⁠and⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ You can also send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 to participate in upcoming episodes!

In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta talks about the Super Bowl halftime show and Bad Bunny’s historic performance. She explores why the show was important for Latino representation, the reactions it generated, and what it reveals about culture, identity, and belonging in the United States. Transcript here! Listeners are invited to email the show, support the podcast on Buy Me a Coffee, and join the Facebook Group. Follow ¡Cuéntame! on TikTok and Instagram for extra content and updates. If you are interested in my online class, click here! 🎙️ You can also send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 to share your thoughts.

This episode is a very special one. We’re welcoming the start of 2026 and continuing our Legends of the Spanish-Speaking World series with something a little different. Instead of focusing on just one country, today we’ll travel through several Spanish-speaking cultures to explore the beliefs and traditions connected to the New Year. Are they legends or traditions? Sometimes, they’re both—stories that aren’t always told with words, but lived through actions, once a year, as people let go of the old and prepare for a new beginning. Transcript HERE Fill out this form if you want info about my online Spanish class. If you enjoy ¡Cuéntame!, please support the podcast by sharing this episode, leaving a rating or review, or supporting us through Buy Me a Coffee. You can also connect with us on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram, or send us a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329.

In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta takes us to Peru to explore a beautiful Andean legend about the origin of Lake Titicaca, one of the highest navigable lakes in the world, located between Peru and Bolivia in the Andes Mountains. Considered a sacred place by Andean peoples, the lake is more than just a body of water—it is a powerful symbol of punishment, forgiveness, and new beginnings. ✨ A story of respect, consequences, and rebirth—this legend reminds us why Lake Titicaca holds such deep cultural meaning. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate the podcast, and help others discover ¡Cuéntame!We’d also love to hear from you! Click here for information about my virtual Spanish class! Transcript of this episode HERE! 📧 Email us☕ Buy Me a Coffee👥 Facebook Group🎵 TikTok | 📸 Instagram 🎤 Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 Thank you for listening and for supporting the podcast 💛

In Episode 211 of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta travels to southern Chile to share a powerful Mapuche legend: Tren-Tren and Kai-Kai. This traditional story explains the eternal struggle between the sea and the land, told through two magical serpents—one protecting nature’s balance and the other punishing humans for their lack of respect. Through this legend, listeners learn about Mapuche culture, the importance of the Mapudungun language, and a timeless message about respecting nature and living in harmony with the world around us. Transcript here! If you enjoyed this episode, please support the podcast by rating it, sharing it with others, and helping the show grow.Connect with us: Email us, Buy Me a Coffee, join our Facebook Group, or follow us on TikTok and Instagram.You can also send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329. Click here if you want info on the Spanish class!

In this episode we travel to Ecuador to discover a beautiful and meaningful legend: La leyenda del colibrí. Learn why this tiny, colorful bird is considered a powerful symbol of love, hope, and connection, and how—according to legend—the colibrí became the secret messenger of thoughts and feelings between people. This story reminds us that you don’t have to be big to be important. If you enjoy the podcast, please support us by rating and reviewing, and share this episode with someone who loves legends and Spanish stories. Your support helps the podcast grow ❤️ Transcript HERE! Click here if you want information for my virtual Spanish class! 📧 Email us☕ Buy Me a Coffee👥 Join our Facebook Group🎵 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram🎙️ Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 ¡Gracias por escuchar y por apoyar ¡Cuéntame!

In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, listeners travel to Argentina as the podcast continues its series of legends from the Spanish-speaking world. Marta tells the beautiful and inspiring legend of the ceibo flower, a powerful national symbol of Argentina. The story takes place before the conquest of the Americas and centers on Anahí, a young Indigenous woman who loved her land, her people, and her community. Through her courage, voice, and resilience, the legend explains why the bright red flower of the ceibo tree became a symbol of love for the land, strength, and remembrance. Transcript here! ¡Cuéntame! is a listener-supported podcast. If you enjoy the show, please consider rating and reviewing the podcast, and sharing it with friends, students, or fellow Spanish learners. You can also support the podcast by using Buy Me a Coffee, joining the Facebook group, and following ¡Cuéntame! on TikTok and Instagram. Listeners are invited to connect with the show by email or by sending a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329. Messages may be featured in a future episode. Click here if you want info on my virtual classes!

🎧 Episode 208 – El Aparecido del Nevado del Ruiz In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta takes us to the cold, mysterious heights of Colombia to explore a fascinating legend from the Nevado del Ruiz. Surrounded by snow, fog, and danger, you’ll meet El Aparecido: a protective spirit who guides lost travelers to safety. This simple, engaging story is perfect for Spanish learners and invites us to reflect on respect for nature and the power of helping others. Transcript here! 💬 Did you enjoy the episode?Please support us by rating and reviewing the podcast and sharing it with friends, students, and fellow Spanish learners. Click here if you want info on my virtual Spanish class! ☕ Want to support the show? Buy Me a Coffee Join our Facebook Group Follow us on TikTok and Instagram 📧 Get in touch!You can also send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329. Thank you for listening and for supporting ¡Cuéntame! 🎙️

Welcome back to ¡Cuéntame! I’m so glad you’re here. In today’s episode, we’re taking a break from our legends series to explore the real-life story behind one of the most famous animals in the world: Keiko, the orca from Free Willy. It’s a story full of emotion, hope, and big questions about animal welfare. Check out the comprehensible book about this story by Nelly Andrade-Huges and share your thoughts about it! If you want info about the virtual class with me, fill out this form! Before we begin, I’d love your support!If you enjoy the podcast, please rate it, leave a review, and share it with friends, other teachers, or anyone learning Spanish. Your support helps this community grow. You can also participate and collaborate with the show!✔ Email us!✔ Buy Me a Coffee✔ Facebook Group✔ TikTok✔ Instagram📞 Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 Thank you for being part of this project. Now… let’s get started with the story of Keiko.

Welcome back to ¡Cuéntame!, friends! I’m so glad you’re here for another episode. Before we jump into today’s mysterious legend, I want to remind you that your support helps this podcast keep growing. If you enjoy these stories, please rate the episode, leave a review, and share it with friends, classmates, or anyone learning Spanish. Here is the form to complete if you are interested in taking a virtual class with me. You can also support the show through Buy Me a Coffee, join our Facebook Group, or follow us on TikTok and Instagram for more content and updates. And of course, email us anytime! I love hearing from you. Want to participate in the show?Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 and you might be featured in a future episode! Ann Katrine, here is the link to this online store where you can find a large selection of books for various levels of proficiency, written by native speakers! Alright, let’s begin Episode 206: La Santa Compaña… a chilling legend from the forests of Galicia. Let’s dive in!

In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta dives into one of Mexico’s most fascinating legends—one filled with history, culture, and a very special kind of dog. Whether you’re a Spanish learner, a teacher, or simply someone who loves a good story, this episode will take you somewhere unexpected. Transcript HERE! If you love learning through stories, don’t miss my original short novel for Spanish learners, a beginner-friendly book inspired by the legend of the xoloitzcuintle. It includes audio and accessible language perfect for learners. We’d love to hear from you! Email us anytime, join our community on Facebook or Instagram, or send us a voice message in Spanish or English at 1-920-361-3329. Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group Instagram TikTok Interested in joining our Virtual Spanish Class? ⁠Fill out this form⁠ to get more info!

In this first episode of a new ten-part series on Latin American legends, Marta takes listeners to Venezuela to discover a mysterious and chilling tale just in time for Halloween. Using clear and comprehensible Spanish, this episode is perfect for learners who love stories, suspense, and culture. Listeners are invited to support the podcast by rating it, sharing it with friends, and joining the growing community of Spanish learners. Marta also welcomes participation — send her a voice message (in Spanish or English) at 1-920-361-3329, or email her your thoughts and questions! 💬 Get involved: Information for the virtual class Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group Instagram 📚 Find comprehensible input–based books for learners at Command Performance Books.

In this heartwarming episode, Marta shares a story especially close to her heart — one filled with compassion, second chances, and the unexpected ways love finds us. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the most beautiful connections happen when we least expect them. Look for the pictures at the end of the transcript! If you are interested in taking a Spanish class online with me, complete this form to get more information! If you enjoy the podcast, please take a moment to rate it, share it, and support it so Marta can continue creating meaningful stories like this one. You can find all the links in the show notes — send an email, join the Facebook group, follow on Instagram, or Buy Me a Coffee to show your support. Listeners can also send a voice message in English or Spanish to 1-920-361-3329 — your message might be featured in a future episode, just like Emily's in this one!

Hey friends, it’s Marta! In this episode, I take you into a chapter of my life I never saw coming. Let’s just say… one small decision turned my world upside down and opened a door I swore I would never walk through. 🤔✨ 👉 Want to know what happened? Hit play, share this episode with a friend, and don’t forget to leave me a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating so more Spanish learners can discover ¡Cuéntame! 💌 Email us!☕ Buy Me a Coffee👥 Facebook Group📸 Instagram📞 Send me a voice message in Spanish or English at 1-920-361-3329 to participate in an upcoming episode!

🎙️ Episode 201: My Life – Part 6: Hello, Wisconsin! In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta continues sharing the story of her life. After meeting Keith in Ixtapa, their long-distance relationship grew through phone calls and emails (back in the days before cell phones!). Marta invited Keith to her best friend’s wedding in Morelia, and soon after, it was her turn to visit him in Wisconsin. She opens up about the cultural challenges of making that decision, her family’s reactions, and how love led her to take a brave step. Just months later, she and Keith were married in Las Vegas, beginning a new chapter of their lives together. This episode gives learners a chance to hear real-life Spanish while following Marta’s story of love, culture, and difficult choices. 👉 If you’re enjoying the podcast, please rate it with stars and share it with others so more Spanish learners can find us! 📩 Email us!☕ Buy Me a Coffee👥 Facebook Group📸 Instagram🎤 Send a voice message in Spanish or English: 1-920-361-3329

Previously, Marta talked about life after university—living with her parents and teaching in two schools while searching for new opportunities. But everything began to change when a trip to Ixtapa with friends led her to Señor Frog’s… and that’s where she first locked eyes with Keith. What happened next? That’s the story listeners will hear in this episode. 👉 Stay connected with Cuéntame! ✉️ Email us! ☕ Buy Me a Coffee 💬 Join the Facebook Group 📸 Follow on Instagram Listeners can also send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329. If you enjoy Cuéntame, don’t forget to rate the podcast with stars and share it with friends—that’s how more people can discover these stories.

Welcome to another episode of ¡Cuéntame!, the Spanish podcast created especially for beginner learners. In this episode, host Marta shares part 4 of her personal story in Spanish — this time, focusing on her life after college and the challenges she faced trying to be productiva. As always, there are two versions of this episode. First, you'll hear a slower version with some helpful English translations to support your understanding. After that, there's a second version at normal speed — without translations — for an extra challenge. Don’t forget to check the transcript while you listen; it’s a great tool to follow along and reinforce your learning. We’d love your help spreading the word! Please rate the podcast wherever you listen so that other learners can find us more easily. Share it with your friends, classmates, or anyone who’s learning Spanish. Want to support the podcast? You can find us on Buy Me a Coffee, join the conversation in our Facebook Group, and follow us on Instagram for updates and extra content. And we want to hear from you! Send a voice message — in Spanish or English — to 1-920-361-3329 and be part of the community. You can also email us anytime. Now let’s jump into Episode 199: Mi vida – Parte 4: ¿Productiva?

🎧 Episode 198: Mi vida – Part 3: La universidad In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta shares the ups and downs of her college years. From exploring dentistry and chemistry to discovering a passion for computer science—and ultimately finding her calling in Communications—her journey is full of relatable twists, doubts, and aha moments. She reflects on the friendships she formed, the challenges she faced, and the joy of finally finding a path that truly fit her personality and strengths. Transcript HERE! Designed for Spanish learners, this episode includes two versions: first, a slow-paced version with some English translations, followed immediately by a normal-paced version without translations. Don’t forget to stay until the end for a quick five-sentence translation quiz to test your Spanish skills! If you enjoy this episode, please rate it with stars and share it with fellow language learners. You can also support the show or connect with the community using the links below: 👉 Email us! 👉 Buy Me a Coffee 👉 Facebook Group 👉 Instagram 🎤 Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329, so you can participate in the next episode!

🎧 Episode 197: Mi vida - Part 2: La adolescencia In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta continues sharing her life story—this time focusing on her teenage years. She reflects on the joys of high school, her love of language learning, and the challenges of growing up in a conservative family. From movie nights with friends to strict rules at home, listeners get a personal glimpse into her adolescence in coastal Mexico—and how societal expectations shaped her experience. This episode is perfect for Spanish learners! It includes two versions: first, a slower-paced version with some English translations to support comprehension, followed immediately by a normal-paced version without translations. Be sure to stick around after the main content for a five-sentence translation quiz to test your understanding! Transcript HERE! If you enjoy the episode, please rate it with stars to help others discover the podcast. You can also support the show through the links below! 👉 Email us!👉 Buy Me a Coffee👉 Facebook Group👉 Instagram🎤 Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 and participate in the next episode!

In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta takes Spanish learners on a heartfelt and humorous journey through her childhood in the coastal city of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico. From being a top student to getting into a bit of mischief—like passing notes, saying bad words, and even bringing cigarettes to school—Marta shares it all with honesty and charm. Despite the discipline issues, her childhood was filled with joy, outdoor adventures, and love. This episode is specially designed for Spanish learners. First, you'll hear a slow version of the story with English support and brief translations to help you understand. Right after, you'll hear the same story at a natural pace with no translations, so you can challenge your listening skills. And at the very end, stick around for a five-sentence translation quiz to review and reinforce what you learned! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it and share it with a friend who’s also learning Spanish. Your support helps the podcast grow and reach more language learners worldwide. Transcript HERE Steven, here is the link to one of the BEST French teachers! www.aliceayel.com, who also has this YouTube channel. 📬 Email us☕ Buy Me a Coffee👥 Join our Facebook Group📸 Follow us on Instagram🎙️ Send a voice message (Spanish or English) to 1-920-361-3329 And don’t miss the next episode—Marta will be sharing stories from her teenage years!

Welcome to ¡Cuéntame!, a podcast designed especially for Spanish learners who want to improve their listening skills through real stories and authentic topics—in real Spanish! In Episode 195, host Marta talks about a powerful emotion that keeps us going during difficult times: hope—la esperanza. This podcast episodes include two versions to support different learning levels: First, there’s a scaffolded version, where Marta speaks slowly and includes some English to help guide comprehension. Immediately after, listeners will hear the same episode at a natural pace, without translations, for a more immersive experience. At the end of the episode, there’s a translation quiz to review key vocabulary and check understanding—so be sure to listen all the way through! Listeners are encouraged to rate and review the podcast to help it grow and reach more Spanish learners around the world. ⁠Transcript here!⁠ To connect further:📧 Send an ⁠email⁠ with questions or feedback☕ Support the podcast via ⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠📱 Follow the community on ⁠Instagram⁠💬 Join the conversation in the ⁠Facebook Group⁠🎙️ And send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329—Marta would love to hear from you!

🎙️ Episode 194: Artificial Intelligence In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta dives into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. What is AI? How does it work? And more importantly, how do we use it responsibly? From Siri to ChatGPT, this episode explores how AI is part of our daily lives, the benefits it offers, and the concerns it raises. 📧 Email us☕ [Buy Me a Coffee]👥 Join our [Facebook Group]📸 Follow us on [Instagram]📞 Send a voice message in English or Spanish: 1-920-361-3329 ⭐ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review it—your support helps more people find the show. ¡Gracias!

🎓 Episode 193: Tips for Graduates In this special episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta shares six powerful and inspiring tips for graduates—but these lessons are helpful for anyone at any stage of life. From perseverance to self-care and authenticity, each piece of advice is designed to motivate and uplift. Whether you're graduating or just navigating life, this episode is for you! 💬 Have a thought or message to share? Call or text us at 1-920-361-3329 in English or Spanish! 📄Transcript HERE 📩 Email us | ☕ Buy Me a Coffee | 📘 Join our Facebook Group | 📸 Follow us on Instagram ⭐ If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate us with stars on the platform you’re using—it really helps others find the show!

NEWS: #EQUIPOGATO HAS WON THE CONTEST! 🎙️Episode 192: Adopt or Buy a Pet? In this episode, Marta invites listeners to reflect on the ways we choose to bring a pet into our lives. Is it better to adopt or to buy a pet? Why do we choose one over the other, and what impact does that decision have? Marta shares personal experiences—both buying and later adopting dogs—and challenges some common misconceptions about pet adoption, breeding, and animal health. Whether you're a lifelong pet owner or considering your first companion, this episode offers thoughtful insights and encouragement to make informed, compassionate choices. TRANSCRIPT HERE! 💬 We'd love to hear your thoughts! Do you think it's better to adopt or buy a pet?📩 Email us!☕ Support the podcast on Buy Me a Coffee👥 Join our Facebook Group📸 Follow us on Instagram🎙️ Send a voice message in English or Spanish to 1-920-361-3329 — you might be featured in a future episode!⭐ If you enjoy the show, don't forget to rate us with 5 stars on your favorite podcast app!

🎙️191. ¿Perros o gatos? Parte 2 In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta explores the pros and cons of having a cat as a pet. From their elegant independence to their quirky behaviors, you'll hear what makes cats lovable and sometimes a little challenging. After covering the perks and pitfalls of both dogs and cats in recent episodes, it's time for you to decide: which is the perfect pet? If you enjoy the podcast, please consider supporting it and take a moment to rate it with stars—it really helps us grow! And don’t forget to vote for your favorite pet: #TeamDog or #TeamCat! We'll reveal the results during the first week of May 2025. 🐶🐱 Transcript here! 📧 Email us!☕ Buy Me a Coffee👥 Join our Facebook Group📸 Follow us on Instagram📞 Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329

🎙️ Hello! In this episode, Marta is diving into a classic debate: dogs 🐶 vs. cats 🐱. Dog owners say dogs are the best, while cat owners argue that cats reign supreme. But who’s right? In this episode, we’ll focus on dogs—their pros, cons, and what makes them such beloved companions. Next time, it’ll be the cats’ turn, and at the end, you will decide! Yes, get ready to vote!! Before we start, take a moment to rate this episode—it really helps! Transcript here! 📩 Email us!☕ Buy Me a Coffee👥 Join our Facebook Group📸 Follow us on Instagram🎤 Send a voice message to 1-920-361-3329 Let’s get started! 🐶

In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta shares her exciting experience visiting a rage room, a place where people can safely break objects like plates, bottles, and even computers! She tells us about going to the rage room to celebrate the birthday of one of the exchange students that she and her husband are hosting this year. While rage rooms can be a fun way to release stress, are they really beneficial for mental health? Marta reflects on the pros and cons of these spaces and asks: Do you think rage rooms are a positive way to cope with emotions? Stay tuned until the end for a quiz to test your comprehension! If you enjoy the podcast, please take a moment to rate and review it—your support helps others find us! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Transcript here! Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

In this episode, we explore the life and legacy of Pelé, one of the most iconic soccer players in history! Learn how a young boy from Brazil with big dreams became a global football legend. You'll hear about his career, achievements, and impact on the sport and culture, all in clear and accessible Spanish to help improve your comprehension. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to rate the podcast and share your thoughts! Your support helps us continue creating fun and engaging content for Spanish learners. Thanks for listening! Transcript here! Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

In this episode, we explore the life and legacy of Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa. From her humble beginnings in Cuba to becoming an international icon, we discuss her incredible career, personal life, activism, and generosity. Discover how her music and message continue to inspire generations. If you enjoy this episode, don't forget to rate and leave a comment on your favorite podcast platform! Transcript Here! Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

In this episode, Marta celebrates Black Heritage Month by exploring the history and contributions of Afro-Latinos. She explains how African people were forcibly brought to Latin America during European colonization and how their presence has shaped the region's culture. From music genres like salsa and reggaetón to culinary and artistic influences, Afro-Latinos have played a vital role in Latin American identity. Marta also highlights the countries with significant Afro-Latino populations and previews upcoming episodes featuring notable Afro-Latinos. Transcript HERE! Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

In this episode, we delve into the devastating wildfires in California, examining their possible causes, widespread destruction, and the heroic efforts of firefighters battling the flames. We also highlight ways you can help prevent future fires and support those impacted by this disaster. Don't miss this important and eye-opening discussion. Transcript ⁠HERE!⁠ ⁠Email us!⁠   ⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠     ⁠Facebook Group⁠ ⁠Instagram

In this episode, we explore two intriguing and controversial topics surrounding Christmas. First, we discuss the idea that giving gifts during the holidays may encourage materialism and distract from the true spirit of Christmas: love and spirituality. Then, we delve into the debate over whether traditions like Santa Claus, Los Reyes Magos, and El Niño Jesús are harmless fun or misleading lies for children. While respecting all opinions, we also share personal reflections on the joy of gift-giving and cherished childhood memories of the Día de Reyes. Tune in for a thoughtful and balanced conversation about these festive traditions! Transcript HERE Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

In this podcast episode, we explore the origin and rich Mexican tradition of the Day of the Holy Innocents, celebrated on December 28th. Throughout the episode, we unravel the biblical story behind this commemoration, which remembers the massacre of children ordered by King Herod, as told in the Gospel of Matthew. However, in Mexico, this date has taken on a more festive tone, transforming into a day of jokes and pranks, similar to April Fools' Day in other countries. With a mix of humor and reflection, we discuss how families, friends, and the media participate in this tradition, bringing with them a series of customs and popular anecdotes that make this day uniquely Mexican. We also analyze how this celebration reflects aspects of Mexican culture, such as community spirit, humor, and resilience. Join us in understanding why December 28th remains a date that, beyond the pranks, is a symbol of Mexico’s history and folklore. TRANSCRIPT HERE Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

Join Marta as she dives into the transformative power of empathy, exploring how it shapes our world and enhances overall well-being. Packed with practical tips to help you cultivate more empathy in your daily life, this episode also introduces something new: comprehension questions at the end—an idea inspired by one of our listeners, Gyan Hylton! If you find this episode valuable, please take a moment to rate the podcast, share it with your friends, and help spread the message of empathy far and wide! Transcript here Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

Marta continues celebrating Hanukkah, and this time, she talks about the rituals and events in general that the Jewish community holds in honor of this important holiday. Transcript here! Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

Marta talks about the history behind Hanukkah, and why it is such an important celebration for the Jewish people. Transcript HERE Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

Marta gives an update on her breast cancer diagnosis and expresses her gratitude to all who reached out to her in solidarity. Transcript HERE Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram Marta talks about October being the month to raise awareness for breast cancer worldwide, how it began, what are the objectives and activities around it. She also shares some not-so-good news about her own health... Transcript HERE

To close the celebration of HIspanic Heritage Month, Marta celebrates the life and legacy of Juan Gabriel. Transcript here! Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Instagram

Continuing the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Marta talks about the life and legacy of Selena Quintanilla, the Queen of Tex-Mex. Our amazing caller for this episode is Monty, from Texas, but who lives in Florida :) Gracias, Monty! Leave your voice message at +1 (920)361-3329 Transcript here! Email us!   Buy Me a Coffee   Facebook Group Instagram

Continuing with the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Marta talks about Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic woman to become a US Supreme Court Justice. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about Hispanic Heritage Month in the USA, how it began, why is it in this particular timeframe, and why it is important to celebrate it. This month, we will celebrate SHM by publishing episodes talking about some of the many amazing Hispanic people who contribute to the growth of this country. ​Transcript here! Follow us on Instagram! @cuentame.podcast Email us! Become a supporter!  Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group Send us your voicemail in English or Spanish to +1 (920) 361-3329 and participate in this podcast!

Marta talks about gossip and how it is not a good habit to have! Transcript here! Follow us in Instagram, @cuentame.podcast Email us!   Become a supporter!  Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the difficulty of switching her lifestyle from calm, without schedule, to more rigid timings… She thinks that during the school year, time flies and she is always in a hurry! Transcript here! Email us! Become a supporter!  Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the current presidential election in the US. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about change, and how some are nice, some not so nice, some permanent and some temporary. Transcript here! Email us at [email protected] Become a supporter! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram! @cuentame.podcast

Marta shares possible solutions to harassment. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!  Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the meaning of harassment and defines three specific types. ⁠Transcript Here!⁠ ⁠Email us!⁠  ⁠Become a supporter!⁠  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠                 ⁠Facebook Group⁠

Marta joins the celebration of Juneteenth by telling a little bit about its origin, and why it is important to observe it. Transcript HERE Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the province of Guanacaste, in Costa Rica, and the origin of its the name. Transcript here! ⁠Email us!⁠         ⁠Become a supporter!⁠        ⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠                 ⁠Facebook Group

Marta is excited because tomorrow there will be a total eclipse! She explains the general idea of how eclipses happen, and also how important it is to watch them properly. ⁠Transcript here⁠ Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta is about to travel to Costa Rica with her students! She shares some of the facts about this beautiful country. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!  Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about envy, and proposes 4 ideas to turn it into something positive. Transcript here Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about jealousy, and how it can be a destructive emotion. ⁠Transcript here⁠ Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about misunderstandings, and how she deals with them in her life. Transcript here Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the apathy and lack of energy that follows the Christmas break, and shares her strategies to overcome it. ⁠Transcript here⁠ ⁠Email us!⁠         ⁠Become a supporter!⁠        ⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠                 ⁠Facebook Group⁠

Marta talks about how skeptical people who don't believe that there was a miracle in the story of Juan Diego and la Virgen de Guadalupe. Instead, they think it was all a trick from the Spanish Catholic Church to help the evangelization of Mexico. This is the last of three episodes dedicated to the Day of our Lady of Guadalupe. If you haven’t listened to the previous two, it is recommended to do it before you listen to this one, because here we have vocabulary and ideas that have been covered before, and your comprehension will not be easy without the previous knowledge. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Last episode, Marta talked about the origins of the Day of our Lady of Guadalupe, in Mexico. Today, she is talking about how it is celebrated. It is for students at the novice-mid and above levels, because of length of sentences, uses of tenses and variety of vocabulary. Transcript HERE Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the history behind the celebration of La Virgen de Guadalupe, on December 12th in Mexico. This episode is for novice-high as it has a variety of new vocabulary, different tenses and conjugation forms. Transcript here! Email us!  Become a supporter!  Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the new addition to her family: a 4-month-old goldendoodle puppy who they rescued from an unethical breeder. This episode is intermediate level for the number of new vocabulary words, the use of past tenses and subjunctive and also because it is over a minute longer than the normal episode length. Follow the transcript here to aide in comprehension, and also to see pictures of puppies! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta tells once more this scary story written by Pablo Conde. Find the YouTube video here! In this version specially recorded for advanced students, Marta uses higher level grammar and vocabulary. You will listen to Marta tell the story in preterit and imperfect and also use "If" clauses, and subjunctive. Even if you are an advanced student, it is recommended that you listen to the previous episode 2:54, where the same story is told in present tense. It is important to be familiarized with the vocabulary used there, because here, Marta uses it again. However, this time she doesn't translate those words, as they were introduced in the previous episode. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee        Facebook Group

Marta tells the scary story created by Pablo Conde, and that you can find in YouTube here Transcript Here Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the heartbreak of losing Mila, her beloved dog. Transcript Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about how she found love at first sight during her trip to Europe. Transcript here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1boxwinJZUT70eXlRnLSeE6qyfVv8sPCYi5xJRHl7gUE/edit

Marta concludes her summer travels with Keith. She is happy for the opportunity she had, but she is also happy to be back home! Transcript here Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the places she visited with her husband after her Paris immersion program ended. She starts in Belgium, France and Spain. She talks about the origin of Tapas, one of the staples of Spanish cuisine. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the end of her experience in the French course and what she learned. She also looks forward to celebrating with her husband. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fGCcUtediGofl7kSdwQVXko1DI0qKikP4EIOkWGeyjQ/edit

Marta talks about how her first day in French school went, and the postcards that she and her classmates had to write. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eez7_EqxQcpDvbCt_ihkxfSS9fVfg2t92p5d5_BHzuc/edit

Marta talks about the orientation day at the French school in Paris. Transcript here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f_AEESUK3Tc8C5g0fuLphbNf5DA3eFyB5kVImtUjbVI/edit

Marta talks about her exploring the subway in Paris didn’t go as smooth as she would have liked it, and how she met Geraldine, a lovely girl who helped her out! Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hP_aMH_mKiYi1a6JCRWNHZ1-cGtH3wKwyt0gVtpXFyU/edit

Marta talks about how on her first day in Paris, the difficulty communicating in French made her feel overwhelmed (abrumada), and what gave her the inspiration to continue with her adventure. Transcript here! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CQOfrhCTXCM7HHC_PrCJYagpZUrrW5OqNCMIE9S1-BE/edit

Marta talks about how her journey of almost three years acquiring French has led her to her new adventure in Paris! Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QNYmjU9HamKk4n0iTDIbS4ihF-1grkZ2XIcB54e9TPU/edit

Marta talks about the problem that garbage represents, and how many people don’t dispose of it properly. Transcript link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16uPIubQjB7JA-k7Syd07TaPWjaJcn_Pt7uOVqu_q-5Y/edit

Marta talks about her health problems and what was the diagnosis. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group If you have problems with the transcript link, email at [email protected] or join the Facebook group. Send a voice message at 1-920-361-3329 in English or Spanish to be included in an episode! Anything: comments, questions, requests...

Marta talks about the grading system in Mexico and the US Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about surprises, and how some people don't like them. Also, talks about a wonderful surprise that Églantine, her French exchange student, received a day before graduation. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about Jenna, one of her students who is graduating this year, and how she is truly a role model for adults and teens as well! Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about how she took her students on a virtual tour through her hometown in México. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about her insecurities and how these have caused her stress throughout her life. Transcript here Email us!       Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta gives an update on her health issues, and talks about how she has never liked to wait! Also, she is inviting everybody to send a voice message in Spanish using WhatsApp, at +1 920-361-3329. Marta will include your participation in the episode! This episode has the very first one, by one of her exchange students... Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Today, Marta is celebrating the second anniversary of the podcast. To celebrate, she talks about how it all began. She talks about how the French podcast Un Petit Caoua inspired her as a learner and as a teacher. Transcript here! Un Petit Caoua (French Podcast) link Fluency Fast language classes Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta is celebrating the second anniversary of ¡Cuéntame! Dylan Fischer, one of her former Spanish students is the person who designed the logo. In this episode, Marta talks about the modifications of the logo, and how Dylan offered to refresh it as a way to celebrate the anniversary! Now Marta needs your help in choosing the new version! There are 10 different background colors to choose from, and she needs you to open this link and vote for your favorite! Voting will close on Sunday, April 23, 2023 If you are interested in Dylan's work, check out his website, or email him at [email protected] Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the results of her recent bloodwork and how she made the mistake to look up for answers in the internet, because it caused her to panic. Transcript here Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the health issues she has been dealing with for the past several weeks, and her recent visit to the doctor's office, which involves a nurse drawing her blood and sending it to a laboratory for analysis. Here is the transcript! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta continues the story of one of her students, Caroline, and how flying airplanes came to be a family tradition. Here is a link to the newspaper article in English, with more details and pictures!  Click here for the transcript. Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee    Facebook Group

In this first part of two, Marta talks about Caroline, one of her many talented students in Spanish class. Transcript here Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee   Facebook Group

Marta talks about her parents' retirement. Transcript here Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee    Facebook Group

Marta talks about Kwanzaa, the African-American celebration. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee    Facebook Group

Marta talks about how the holidays are not necessarily a happy season for everybody. Many people -including herself- struggle with depression, clashing with everything that the season brings.  Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee    Facebook Group

Marta talks about the gift exchange tradition during the Christmas season in Mexico and the US and its variations. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee   Facebook Group

Marta talks about the origins of the traditional Christmas flower known in the United States as Poinsettia Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group

Marta talks about the soccer star Leo Messi. Transcript here!    Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group

Marta talks about the controversies surrounding Qatar as a host country for the Soccer World Cup 2022 Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group Check the transcript for this same link to the Amnistia Internacional report

Marta talks about the soccer World Cup host country: Qatar.  Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee   Facebook Group

Marta talks about the soccer World Cup tournament. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee   Facebook Group

Marta wraps up the story of Mario, a man in search of the secret to happiness. Here is the transcript!  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group

Marta continues telling the story of Mario, a man looking for the secret of happiness. In this 3-part story, Marta uses subjunctive and conditional moods. Transcript here Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee    Facebook Group

Marta tells the story of Mario, a boy who was searching for the key to happiness. This is the first of several episodes covering this beautiful story created by Marta, and that is meant to help the listener get familiarized with the  Spanish subjunctive and conditional moods; a fairly complex grammatical topic.  Enjoy! Transcript here!  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group 

Marta talks about the recent family events that she missed due to her living in a different country, and dreams about the things she would do if she had a private plane. This episode ups the complexity of the content of this podcast. As we go higher in our number of episodes, the expectation is that listeners are achieving a higher level of comprehension. From this episode on, Marta will try to adapt to the growing needs of her listeners to have content that challenges everybody and still addresses those needs in a comprehensible way.  Click here for the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee    Facebook Group

Marta talks about a sad incident that she had yesterday... a dog fell off a roof! Find out what was the end of this stressful day! Transcript here!  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group

Marta talks about the general causes of anxiety and the symptoms that she suffers. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group

Marta talks about the chores that she has to do today, given that there is not much to do outside due to the rain. Transcript here! Email us!    Become a supporter!    Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group

Marta talks about the tradition of naming a child after the saint that is celebrated on the day of his/her birth, and how it is celebrated in her family. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee   Facebook Group

Marta talks about the COVID pandemic and how the more relaxed restrictions allow people to have a more normal life... and then she caught it after attending a language conference. What is the solution... if any? Acceptance?  Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee   Facebook Group

Marta is back in WI from her vacation in Mexico. She talks about the details of her return, which includes three flights and two layovers. Stressful for someone afraid of flying! Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group

Marta is in Mazatlán and today she talks about her favorite restaurant there. She talks about the food, and the beautiful animals one can see while being at that restaurant. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group Watch the iguana under our table! La Tostadería del Mar

Marta talks about the next part of her visit to Mexico: Mazatlán, a beautiful city located on the Pacific Ocean coast, in the state of Sinaloa. Her nanny lives there with her granddaughter's family. Here is the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee    Facebook Group

Marta talks about Rigo, a man who lives in Zihuatanejo and cuts hair... but he is not an ordinary barber at all! Here is the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group

Marta is still in Mexico, visiting her parents. She talks about their mango orchard, and how drought and later a category 1 hurricane that just passed through the coast of the Pacific Ocean affected their harvest. Here is the link! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group

Marta talks about her first days in Mexico, visiting her family. Her parents are to retire soon and now they have a  pool! Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group

Marta talks about her summer vacation plans, and how hugging her parents is her priority this year. She is also excited to meet the new member of her family: José Carlos, the grandson of Marta's brother. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!     Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group

Marta talks about Sarah and Ruth, the two exchange students that she hosted this school year. In a few days, Sarah will return to Germany and Ruth to Spain. That is something that makes Marta sad but she is also grateful for having met them. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group

Marta talks about goodbyes or farewells and how what makes them difficult. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group

Marta talks about the importance of having a proper routine to take care of our teeth. Here is the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!    Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group

Welcome to season 2! Marta talks about Teacher's Day in México and in the United States. Ideally suited for the topic, Jim Wooldridge, the creator of the Señor Wooly website for Spanish teachers and learners, opens season 2 with a greeting to our listeners! How perfect is that!? A great new item in this season is listeners' participation! Do you want to be a part of an episode and inspire Spanish learners around the world? Well, then send me a short voice message in Spanish either through the anchor app, or email it to [email protected] in MP3 format. It doesn't have to be perfect! It is all about communication, not perfection. Now it is your turn! ¡Cuéntame! I can’t wait to hear you! Here is the link to the transcript Email us!    Become a supporter!    Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group

Marta talks about how the so anticipated Spring is not as perfect: Allergies make her feel sick! Here is the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!     Buy Me a Coffee        Facebook Group

Marta talks about how being disorganized during the week in her class makes her Fridays after school more difficult. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee          Facebook Group

Marta talks about the way Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in México and compares it to what it is in the U.S. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee         Facebook Group

Marta decided to revamp the episode she had previously recorded about the history of Cinco de Mayo. That was the fifth episode of this podcast! Now, after a full year of experience, she decided to publish this revised version without deleting the original. Why? In case some teachers have already materials created with the first version; Marta didn't want their materials to not work anymore! What are the differences: The first version was longer, and a bit more complex. This new episode is under 4 minutes long in the slower version and has fewer English translations. Another difference between this version and the last one is that here, Marta says that Mexico was part of the French Empire for 5 years more or less. The first episode that was recorded last year says that it was 3. It all depends on how things are looked at. Some historians count the French intervention from the beginning of the conflict and some others do not. In any case, both episodes talk about the approximate time of this issue. Here is the transcript!  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee           Facebook Group

Marta talks about Labor Day as it is celebrated on May 1st in most countries in the world, including México. She talks about its origins and the history behind this celebration. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee        Facebook Group

Marta talks about the legend of Sant Jordi, the patron saint of Catalunya, in Spain. Considered by many as the 'Valentine's Day in Catalunya", Sant Jordi is celebrated on April 23. Transcript here! Email us!     Become a supporter!       Buy Me a Coffee           Facebook Group

Marta celebrates the first anniversary of this podcast, talking about the process of language acquisition. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee          Facebook Group

Marta talks about Holy Week and the Easter celebrations in México. Transcript here! Email us!     Become a supporter!       Buy Me a Coffee         Facebook Group

Marta continues talking about the celebration of Saint Patrick's Day and explains why it is also an important celebration in Mexico. Transcript here! Email us!      Become a supporter!       Buy Me a Coffee          Facebook Group

Marta talks about the origin of Saint Patrick's Day. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group

Marta talks about her spring break trip to Pennsylvania. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group

Marta talks about her plans for spring break. This episode features the future tense using different verbs. Here is the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group

Marta talks about International Women's Day. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group

Marta talks about what could be the consequences of acting by impulse. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!       Buy Me a Coffee            Facebook Group

Marta talks about the origins of the Valentine's Day celebration and how it is slightly different in Mexico. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group

Marta talks about Black History Month. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee           Facebook Group

Marta talks about lies, and how telling lies can cause problems. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group

Marta talks about her fears and how it is important to make an effort to overcome them in order to live fully. Transcript here! Email us!    Become a supporter!     Buy Me a Coffee        Facebook Group

Marta talks about the dreams we have when we sleep. Find the transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee             Facebook Group

Marta talks about dreams for the future. Here is the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee        Facebook Group

Marta talks about the causes of her students and her own fatigue, and how it is worth it! Here is the transcript. Email us!            Become a supporter!            Buy Me a Coffee               Facebook Group

Marta talks about Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. Transcript here!  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group

Marta talks about the tradition of the rosca de Reyes, its symbolism, and how it has evolved over time. Click here for the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group

Marta talks about the day of the Reyes Magos (Wise Men Day) and how is celebrated. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group

Marta talks about some of the most popular New Year resolutions. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee        Facebook Group

Marta talks about some traditions to celebrate Nochevieja or New Year's Eve in Mexico. Click here for the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee

Marta talks about how she celebrated a Green and Gold Christmas 2021. Click here for the transcript Email us! Become a member or Buy me a coffee.

Marta talks about how she celebrated Christmas Eve 2021. Click here for the transcript  Email us! Become a member or Buy me a coffee.

Marta talks about a beautiful Christmas tradition in Colombia called The Night of the Candles. Click here for the transcript! Become a member or Buy me a coffee!

Marta talks about the symbolism of the piñatas. Transcript here! Become a member or Buy Me a Coffee!

Marta talks about the origin of the piñatas and how they were used for the evangelizing of Mexico. Transcript here! Become a member or Buy me a coffee!

As a follow-up to the last episode, Marta talks about what actually goes on during the celebration of Las Posadas. Click here for the transcript! Become a member or Buy me a Coffee

Marta talks about the origin of the Christmas tradition of Las Posadas. Click here for the transcript. Become a member or Buy Me a Coffee

After having learned the origins of this tradition in the last episode, Marta talks about the actual celebration of El Tió de Nadal. Transcript Become a member or Buy me a Coffee

Marta talks about the origin of this peculiar Christmas tradition in Spain. Transcript here! Become a supporter or Buy Me a Coffee

Marta talks about resentment, the pain that it causes, and the only ways to overcome it. Transcript here! Do you want to support the production of this podcast? Become a member or Buy me a coffee! :)

Marta talks about the Thanksgiving celebration in the U.S. and why it is controversial. She also talks about what she is thankful for. Transcript here Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about her birthday and how the way she celebrates has changed through her life stages. Transcript here!  Do you want to support the production of this podcast? Become a member, or buy me a coffee!

Marta talks about the ongoing problem that the use of cellphones in the classroom. Transcript here! Do you want to support this podcast? Become a member or buy me a coffee!

Marta talks about her younger brother, Antonio. Transcript here Do you want to support this podcast? Become a member or Buy Me a Coffee.

Marta talks about Veteran's Day and how it is different from Memorial Day in the US. Transcript here!  Do you want to support the production of this podcast? Become a member or Buy Me a Coffee!

Marta talks about the monarch butterfly and why this insect is so special in Mexican culture. Transcript here! Do you want to support the production of this podcast? Become a member, or Buy Me a Coffee! 

Marta talks about La Catrina, the iconic Mexican representation of Death, its origins and significance. Transcript here! Interested in supporting the production of this podcast? You have two options: Become a member here, or Buy Me a Coffee!

Marta talks about the Day of the Dead celebration and its iconic elements. Transcript here!  Become a supporter of this podcast Here, or Buy Me a Coffee

Marta talks about the Mexican legend of La Llorona (The Weeping Woman); a chilling story just in time to get us ready for Halloween! Find the transcript here. Help us continue with the production of this podcast. Here are two options! Anchor, and Buy Me a Coffee. 

Marta talks about Halloween and the most typical activities that people enjoy during this celebration such as costumes and Trick or Treat. Find the transcript here! Help us continue with the production of this podcast by becoming a member, or Buy Me a Coffee! 

Marta talks about boredom, and how she deals with it. Transcript here! Do you want to help with the production of this podcast? You can be a supporter in Anchor, or Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for listening!

Marta talks about social media, the pros, and cons. Transcript here. Interested in helping with the production of this podcast? Here are two options:  Buy Me a Coffee or become a supporter on Anchor

Marta talks about tattoos and why people get them. Transcript here!  Interested in supporting the production of ¡Cuéntame!? You can do it through Anchor or Buy Me a Coffee!

Marta talks about El Día de la Raza, AKA Columbus Day, and why it is a controversial celebration. Click here for the transcript! Interested in supporting the production of this podcast? Here are two options! Anchor and Buy Me a Coffee! Thank YOU!

Marta talks about her PM routine. Transcript here! Are you interested in helping with this podcast production? There are two platforms to do that! Explore the options here: Anchor or Buy me a Coffee.

Marta talks about her morning routine. The use of reflexive verbs is the target here! Click here for the transcript. Are you interested in helping with this podcast production? There are two platforms to do that! Explore the options here: Become a supporter or Buy me a Coffee

Marta talks about her mother. Script here!  Are you interested in helping with this podcast production? There are two platforms to do that! Explore the options here: Become a supporter or Buy me a Coffee

Marta talks about dress code and how it is a controversial topic for many. Transcript here.  Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about her favorite morning drink, and how it is has some benefits to the health when it is taken in moderation. Transcript here. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the days of the week. Which one is her favorite, and which one is her least favorite? Why? Transcript here. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the big celebration in México for Independence Day. Find the transcript here.   Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta's country has its biggest national holiday this week! Independence Day. Marta talks about how the war for independence from Spain began in 1810. Click here for the transcript. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta didn't publish an episode last Monday. She didn't want to make excuses... so she explains why: She forgot! It happened to be Labor Day... but it was not the reason. She just forgot... and for that, feels embarrassed and apologizes. She happens to be in the middle of adapting to a new family dynamic with her two exchange students... but that is not a reason. She forgot! and for that, feels embarrassed and apologizes. Find the Transcript here Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Today is the birthday of Marta's sister, and to celebrate her, Marta talks about her and how happy she is to have her in her life. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about a very interesting zoo that she visited. It is Shamba Safari, where people get through riding in their cars and are able to feed some of the animals that are roaming free. Click here for the transcript. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the return to classes after the summer break. She talks about her room setup and how her school will start without the use of face masks for COVID prevention. Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the physical pain caused by an incident at the dog park and what she uses to mitigate it. Find the transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the exciting week ahead, as she is welcoming two exchange students into her home: One girl from Spain and another from Germany. She talks about the main goals for exchange students and the benefits that they get out of this wonderful experience.  Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about Cynthia, her friend from Pennsylvania who just stopped by for a short visit to Wisconsin. Targets: Far/Near Transcript here. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the rest of her visit to México this year. She stayed mostly home. She couldn't go out much because of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, she could visit her friend, Iván Málaga at his restaurant. Marta talks about him and his mother, Doña Eva, both loved and respected in the city of Lázaro Cárdenas, Michoacán, for being such generous people. Transcript here. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about her first stop during her most recent visit to México. La Perla is a restaurant in Zihuatanejo, Guerrero. She talks about the different types of food that this restaurant offers, including her favorite shellfish and the different ways she likes to eat it.  Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta makes a pause from her series of episodes talking about her recent visit to México, to celebrate Mari's birthday. Mari is the extraordinary woman who was her nanny and became much more than that for her and her entire family. Transcript here. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the stressful return to the US after visiting her family in México during pandemic restrictions and stipulations. Click here for the transcript. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

In this episode, Marta talks about the sports she likes watching at the Olympics, what some members of her family do to exercise, and also what she used to practice in college. Here is the transcript! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

In this episode, Marta talks about music, her favorite genre, and singers, as well as a really cool tradition with Mariachi bands in México. Click here for the transcript! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about one of her favorite hobbies: going to the movies!  Click here for the transcript Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

In this part one of two, Marta talks about her favorite pastimes or hobbies. Click here for the transcript. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta continues reflecting on accents in second language communication. She points out how variations in accent and vocabulary happen not only in second language usage but also within our own primary language. Transcript Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the different accents that people who speak languages other than their native language have, and how accents are a motive for celebration rather than shame. Transcript  Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about what causes her to feel guilty and how to prevent such a sad feeling. Transcript here. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the Fourth of July celebration in the U.S. and how it is celebrated where she lives. Transcript here. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about Claire, a girl she met at the dog park. She talks about the reasons why she was impressed by her, and how her future plans now that she finished college are inspiring for all women.  Transcript here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the perfect weather (in temperatures) and the misconception of many people who think that Mexico is entirely hot.  Click here for the transcript Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about traveling again in July after COVID kept her from visiting her family in México last summer. She discusses her preferred mean of transportation and why flying is not her favorite. Here is the transcript.  Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the International Day of the Sun, and how it is celebrated in the Año Nuevo Andino in the Southern Hemisphere.  Transcript   Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

In this episode, Marta talks about the Father's Day celebration in México and other countries, as well as its origin. Click here for the transcript. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

Marta talks about the responsibilities that imply having a pet. Click here for the transcript of this episode. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group

In part 1 of this topic, Marta talks about different kinds of pets, and how people prefer different pets for different reasons. She talks about Maya, a labrador dog that she had for 13 years, and also about her current dog, Mila. Here is the transcript for this episode.