¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input

🎃 Halloween Special! 👻 What would you do if, one night, you heard a mysterious voice coming to reclaim something that belongs to it? 😱 In this special Halloween episode of ¡Cuéntame! , I narrate Just Delicious , a chilling story filled with fear, mystery, and an unexpected twist. A story that might make you think twice before turning off the lights! 💀 Transcript HERE! 🎬 Watch the original short film here 🎧 Listen, enjoy, and continue acquiring Spanish naturally through engaging, comprehensible stories! ❤️ Help ¡Cuéntame! keep growing! ⭐ Rate the podcast with 5 stars on Spotify or Apple Podcasts if you enjoy the episodes! 💬 Leave a review and let me know what you thought of this spooky story. 📲 Share this episode with friends, students, teachers, or anyone learning Spanish. ☕ Support the podcast ! Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group TikTok Instagram Interested in our virtual Spanish classes? Click here! Every rating, review, share, and contribution makes a difference and helps more Spanish learners discover ¡Cuéntame! Thank you for listening and being part of the ¡Cuéntame! community! 🎃 Happy Halloween, and sweet dreams… if you dare! 👻

🎙️ Episode 226: Próxima parada: Bélgica 🇧🇪 (Next Stop: Belgium!) In this episode of ¡Cuéntame! , Marta continues sharing her European adventures! After six wonderful days in Paris, her journey takes her to Belgium, where she explores the vibrant city of Brussels, admires the magnificent Grand-Place, and visits the charming canals of Bruges. Of course, no trip to Belgium would be complete without tasting the delicious Belgian waffles! 🧇 But the most meaningful part of her visit is reconnecting with Charlotte, her former exchange student, and finally meeting Charlotte's family in their hometown of Soignies. It's a beautiful reminder that the most memorable travel experiences are often about the people we meet along the way. ❤️ Join Marta for another episode filled with travel, culture, and comprehensible Spanish! Transcript here! Fill out this form to be notified when the next virtual Spanish class starts! ⭐ Love ¡Cuéntame!? Help keep the podcast going! Follow the show, leave a five-star rating, and share it with other Spanish learners. Your support makes a difference! ☕ Support the podcast: Buy Me a Coffee 💌 Stay connected! 📧 Email us! 👥 Facebook Group 🎵 TikTok 📸 Instagram 🎤 Want to be part of the podcast? Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 . Marta would love to hear from you! 🇮🇹 Coming next: The final stop of Marta's European adventure—Italy! ¡Gracias por escuchar y apoyar a ¡Cuéntame! ❤️

Join Marta for another episode of ¡Cuéntame! as she continues sharing her European adventures! This time, she's exploring Paris with her family on a very special trip celebrating her parents' 80th birthdays. From famous landmarks and fascinating museums to an unforgettable dinner cruise on the Seine River, Marta shares the highlights of their six days in the City of Light. Along the way, discover some interesting facts about Paris and enjoy a little family humor! 🎧 Listen in Spanish, learn naturally, and travel through Europe with ¡Cuéntame! Transcript Here! Interested in my virtual classes? Check it out! ❤️ Enjoy the podcast? Follow ¡Cuéntame! , share it with other Spanish learners, and consider supporting the show to help keep new episodes coming! Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group TikTok Instagram

🎙️ Episode 224: ¡De regreso! (She's Back!) ¡Cuéntame! is back! 🎉 After a busy summer traveling through Europe, Marta is excited to share her adventures! In this episode, she talks about her French immersion experience in Agen, France, the wonderful family who welcomed her into their home, and the special friendships she made along the way. Transcript here! ❤️ Enjoying ¡Cuéntame!? Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode, share it with other Spanish learners, and consider supporting the show to help keep new episodes coming! Interested in taking the online class? Click here! Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group TikTok Instagram ¡Gracias por escuchar! 💕

In today’s episode, we explore a tradition that is much more than a drink. Discover the customs, rituals, and social rules that surround mate in South America, and learn why it continues to bring people together every day. Grab a cup of coffee or a mate, and join us! Transcript here! ANNOUNCEMENT: There will be a break of several weeks due to family travel. Our next episode will be at the end of Summer or early Fall! Our next virtual classes will begin also in the Fall. If you are interested, complete this form! If you enjoy ¡Cuéntame!, please consider supporting the podcast by leaving a 5-star rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. Your support helps more Spanish learners find us! You can also support the show through Buy Me a Coffee ⁠ , join our Facebook Group ⁠ , or follow us on Instagram ⁠ and TikTok Have a question or comment? Send us a voice message in Spanish or English at 1-920-361-3329. ¡Gracias por escuchar! Email us!

In this episode, Marta explores the origins and history of mate, one of South America’s most beloved drinks. Learn how the Guaraní people first used yerba mate, why the tradition spread across countries like Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay, and how mate became much more than just a drink. Transcript here! Click here if you are interested in my virtual classes. If you enjoy ¡Cuéntame!, please leave a review, share the podcast with other Spanish learners, and help us continue creating comprehensible Spanish content by supporting the podcast and participating in our community. You can also send us a voice message in Spanish or English at +1 920-361-3329 Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group TikTok Instagram

In this episode, we explore the fascinating tradition of Guatemala’s worry dolls, tiny handmade dolls that are said to take away your worries while you sleep. Where did this tradition come from, and why do so many people still love these little dolls today? Listen to find out! Transcript here! Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group TikTok Instagram Leave your voice message at +1920-361-3329 Click here for information on our virtual class! If you enjoy the podcast, please support us by leaving a review, sharing the episode, and joining the conversation on social media. Your support helps us continue creating comprehensible Spanish content for learners around the world.

Today we talk about a recent series of protests that resulted in the rescue of over 1,500 beagles. But, before we begin today’s episode, I want to give a small reminder that this story may be emotional for many listeners. It is a story that started a lot of conversations, not only in Wisconsin, but across the country. Today we are talking about animals, protests, and a situation that made many people ask difficult questions. You may have already heard a little bit about it online or in the news… but maybe not the whole story. As always, listen carefully and form your own opinion! Transcript here! Interested in our virtual classes? Click here! And if you enjoy ¡Cuéntame!, please help us grow! Leave us a rating and some stars on your favorite podcast app. It really helps more Spanish learners find the podcast. You can also share the episode with a friend, join our community online, and send us a message because we love hearing from you. Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group TikTok Instagram

¡Hola, hola! Welcome to ¡Cuéntame! Today we’re traveling to Bolivia to learn about the incredible cholitas bolivianas. Who are they? Why do they wear colorful polleras and bowler hats? And how did they become symbols of strength, pride, and tradition? Stay with us as we explore the history, culture, and amazing stories of these inspiring women. Transcript here! Don’t forget to rate the podcast, leave us a voice message, and check the links below to support the show and join our Spanish-learning community. Click here to get more information about our virtual Spanish class! Send a voice message to 1-920-361-3329 to participate in an upcoming episode! Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group TikTok Instagram

¡Hola, hola! Welcome back to ¡Cuéntame! Today we’re stepping into the exciting world of las luchas in Mexico! In this episode, you’ll learn about the colorful masks, the dramatic characters, and why lucha libre is such an important part of Mexican culture. Get ready for heroes, villains, acrobatics, and lots of fun while practicing your Spanish! Here is the transcript! If you enjoy the podcast, please support us by leaving a rating with stars on your favorite podcast platform. Those ratings help more Spanish learners discover ¡Cuéntame! and they truly make a huge difference for us. And we would LOVE to hear from you! Send us a voice message to 1920-361-3329 and tell us where you’re listening from, what episodes you enjoy, or even practice your Spanish with us. Your voice message might be featured in a future episode! Also, if you are interested in learning Spanish with us in a more personal way, click here to learn more about our virtual Spanish classes. We would love to have you join our community. Now… ¡vamos a las luchas! Email us! Buy Me a Coffee Facebook Group TikTok Instagram

In this special episode of ¡Cuéntame!, we share all the unforgettable adventures from our school trip to Ecuador! From standing on the equator line in Quito to exploring ancient ruins, hiking through breathtaking mountains, visiting waterfalls, and learning about Ecuadorian culture, this trip was full of surprises, challenges, laughter, and incredible memories with our students. We also talk about the unexpected travel chaos that started our journey, the amazing moments that made it all worth it, and the lessons we learned along the way. If you love travel stories, cultural experiences, and comprehensible Spanish, you are going to love this episode! Transcript here! Be sure to click on the Facebook link to see pictures from our adventures in Ecuador and experience the journey with us. Thank you for listening and for supporting ¡Cuéntame! Your support helps us continue creating content for Spanish learners around the world. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider sharing it, leaving a review, or supporting us so we can keep bringing you more stories and adventures! ⁠ Email us! ⁠ ⁠ Buy Me a Coffee ⁠ ⁠ Facebook Group ⁠ ⁠ TikTok ⁠ ⁠ Instagram ⁠

🎙️ 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! 🎙️