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Del Taco al Tango is a show about the various cultural difference in Latin America; from Mexico to Argentina and everything in between! In this series, we will have guests from around Latin American sharing their slang, their national dishes, their jokes, and much more! We are trying not only to help you learn Spanish, but also to help you understand how we think, talk, and behave in the Spanish-speaking world.
Latest Lessons:
Del Taco al Tango - Amor Sin Destino, Episode VIII
In today's episode, we learn a little more about Fernando Tabasco's mysterious doppelganger, and we find out just how far Carlota Magdelena is willing to go to keep Ben Ganza from Dr. Dolores Perpetua.
Del Taco al Tango - ¡Serenatas y mariachis!
In the big podcast today, Lili and Leo give Esti a clinic on the rich, romantic traditions of serenatas and mariachi music in Mexico. Beware, gentlemen, this podcast may give the lady in your life ideas about how you should be expressing your love to her! Next thing you know, you're in Plaza Garibaldi, trying to decide if she likes horns or guitars... better hire them all, just to be safe!
Del Taco al Tango - España y la cultura del amor
Lili is joined in Studio Fiesta by the Ana and Daniel, a young couple from Andalucia, to talk about the culture of dating. We'll address the eternal questions, "who's paying?" and "how far on the first date?" and we'll find out what the heck a "pagafantas" is. We'll also talk about staying the night, shackin' up, marriage proposals, and much, much more!
Del Taco al Tango - Leo's Family
On the big podcast today, Leo's family joins Lili in Studio Fiesta for a chat about our Leo; podcaster, customer relations manager, and voice actor... among his other talents! And oh yes, there will be embarrassing childhood stories...
Del Taco al Tango - Lili-palooza!
Lili's brother Omar joins Lili, Leo, and JP in Studio Fiesta for a look at Lili's rebellious past. Leo and JP are both older brothers of sisters themselves, so it may seem like they're ganging up on her at times... but don't let that fool you; Lili's the real boss around here!
Del Taco al Tango - Saludos de Salamanca
In this podcast, Lili and Esti are joined in Studio Fiesta by the fast-talking Carlos, from Salamanca, the university town in Spain where the locals are known for talking at high speed. We'll hear all about Salamanca's bar scene, talk about hornazo, chorizo de Salemanca, and the mysterious Lunes de Aguas.
Del Taco al Tango - Peru from A to Z
Kati joines Lili and Esti in Studio Fiesta for a chat about Peru. They discuss Machu Pichu, the Nasca lines, the famous ceviche, the pisco sour... even Fujimori and the Shining Path. Kati also teaches us a couple of examples of Peruvian slang.
Del Taco al Tango - With an Andalusian Accent
In today's big podcast today we welcome Maribel from Andalucía! She joins Lili and Esti in Studio Fiesta for a conversation about the beautiful flamenco-dancing, gazpacho-making, s-dropping region of Andalucía.
Del Taco al Tango - Amor Sin Destino, Episode VII
In today's episode of Amor sin destino we find out who Fernando Tabasco's doppelganger is, and we see a rift develop between Carlota Magdalena and Dr. Dolores Perpetua over--what else--a man. Will Carlota Magdalena have her Ben Ganza?
Del Taco al Tango - What's in a name?
Ever wonder why so many Latinas seem to be named María? Or so many dudes seem to be called Jesús? And what's up with those last names that seem to go on forever? Get to the bottom of that puzzle in this podcast with Lili, Esti, and their special guest Raquel.
