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¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input189. Las salas de iraIn 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 em...2025-03-0815 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input186. AfrolatinosIn 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 Instagram2025-02-1415 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input155. El monstruo del armario-AdvancedMarta 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...2023-11-0609 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input136. Mi salud | parte 3Marta 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 2023-04-2507 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input134. ¡El nuevo logo!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...2023-04-1707 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input119. El secreto de la felicidad | Parte 2Marta 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 Group2022-10-2407 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input118. El secreto de la felicidad | Parte 1Marta 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 2022-10-1707 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input117. Si yo tuviera un avión privado...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 f...2022-10-1006 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input105. Mis vacaciones de verano 2022Marta 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 Group2022-06-1207 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input104. Sarah y RuthMarta 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 Group2022-06-0607 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input97. Cinco de Mayo: La historiaMarta 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...2022-05-0206 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input88. El Día Internacional de la MujerMarta talks about International Women's Day. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee     Facebook Group2022-03-0906 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input87. Los impulsosMarta talks about what could be the consequences of acting by impulse. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!       Buy Me a Coffee            Facebook Group2022-02-2206 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input86. El Día de San ValentínMarta 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 Group2022-02-1407 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input85. El Mes de la Historia NegraMarta talks about Black History Month. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee           Facebook Group2022-02-1306 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input84. Las mentirasMarta talks about lies, and how telling lies can cause problems. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee      Facebook Group2022-02-0806 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input83. Los miedosMarta 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 Group2022-02-0406 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input82. Los sueños|Parte 2Marta talks about the dreams we have when we sleep. Find the transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee             Facebook Group2022-02-0106 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input81. Los sueños|Parte 1Marta talks about dreams for the future. Here is the transcript! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee        Facebook Group2022-01-2406 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input80. El cansancioMarta 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 Group2022-01-1806 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input79. Martin Luther King Jr.Marta talks about Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. Transcript here!  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee       Facebook Group 2022-01-1307 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input78. La rosca de ReyesMarta 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 Group2022-01-0906 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input77. Los Reyes MagosMarta 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 Group2022-01-0606 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input76. Los propósitos de año nuevoMarta talks about some of the most popular New Year resolutions. Transcript here! Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee        Facebook Group2022-01-0306 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input75. ¡Feliz Año Nuevo!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 2021-12-3006 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input74. Una Navidad verde y doradaMarta 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.2021-12-2707 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input73. Celebrando la Nochebuena 2021Marta talks about how she celebrated Christmas Eve 2021. Click here for the transcript  Email us! Become a member or Buy me a coffee.2021-12-2706 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input72. Tradiciones Navideñas|Colombia: La Noche de las VelitasMarta 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!2021-12-2205 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input71. Las piñatas - Parte 2Marta talks about the symbolism of the piñatas. Transcript here! Become a member or Buy Me a Coffee!2021-12-2006 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input70. Las piñatas - Parte 1Marta 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!2021-12-2006 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input69. Tradiciones Navideñas|Las Posadas|Parte 2As 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 Coffee2021-12-1306 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input68. Tradiciones Navideñas|Las Posadas|Parte 1Marta talks about the origin of the Christmas tradition of Las Posadas. Click here for the transcript. Become a member or Buy Me a Coffee2021-12-1306 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input67. Tradiciones Navideñas|El Tió de Nadal-Parte 2After 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 Coffee2021-12-0806 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input66. Tradiciones Navideñas: El Tió de Nadal-Parte 1Marta talks about the origin of this peculiar Christmas tradition in Spain. Transcript here! Become a supporter or Buy Me a Coffee 2021-12-0806 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input65. El resentimientoMarta 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! :)2021-11-3006 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input64. El Día de Acción de GraciasMarta 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 2021-11-2507 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input63. Mi cumpleañosMarta 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!2021-11-2207 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input62. Los teléfonos en la escuelaMarta 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! 2021-11-1806 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input61. Mi hermanoMarta talks about her younger brother, Antonio. Transcript here Do you want to support this podcast? Become a member or Buy Me a Coffee.2021-11-1507 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input60. El Día de los VeteranosMarta 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!2021-11-1107 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input59. Las mariposas monarcaMarta 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! 2021-11-0407 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input58. La CatrinaMarta 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!2021-10-3106 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input57. El Día de MuertosMarta 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 Coffee2021-10-3008 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input56. La LloronaMarta 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. 2021-10-2808 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input55. El HalloweenMarta 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! 2021-10-2806 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input54. El aburrimientoMarta 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!2021-10-2206 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input53. Los medios socialesMarta 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 2021-10-1806 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input52. Los tatuajesMarta 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! 2021-10-1406 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input51. El Día de la RazaMarta 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!2021-10-1106 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input50. Mi rutina vespertinaMarta 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.2021-10-0706 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input49. Mi rutina matutinaMarta 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 2021-10-0408 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input48. Mi mamáMarta 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 Coffee2021-09-3008 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input47. El código de vestimentaMarta 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 2021-09-2709 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input46. El caféMarta 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 2021-09-2309 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input45. Los días de la semanaMarta 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 2021-09-2010 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input44. El Día de Independencia de México: La celebraciónMarta 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 2021-09-1610 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input43. El Día de Independencia de México: La historiaMarta'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 2021-09-1307 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input42. ¡Se me olvidó!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 2021-09-0907 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input41. El cumpleaños de mi hermanaToday 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 2021-09-0209 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input40. El zoológicoMarta 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 2021-08-3009 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input39. El regreso a clasesMarta 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 2021-08-2610 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input38. El dolorMarta 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 2021-08-2310 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input37. Estudiantes de intercambioMarta 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 2021-08-2010 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input36. Mi amiga CynthiaMarta 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 2021-08-1611 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input35. Visita a México 2021Marta 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 2021-08-1210 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input34. Día #1 en México: Restaurante La PerlaMarta 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 2021-08-0910 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input33. ¡Feliz cumpleaños, Mari!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 2021-08-0510 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input32. Mi regreso de MéxicoMarta 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 2021-08-0210 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input31. Los deportesIn 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 2021-07-2909 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input30. La músicaIn 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 2021-07-2609 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input29. Los pasatiempos|Parte 2Marta 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 2021-07-2209 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input28. Los pasatiempos|Parte 1In 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 2021-07-1910 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input27. Los acentos|Parte 2Marta 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 2021-07-1510 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input26. Los acentos|Parte 1Marta 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 2021-07-1209 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input25. Sentirse culpableMarta 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 2021-07-0808 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input24. El Cuatro de JulioMarta 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 2021-07-0509 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input23. La chica del parqueMarta 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 2021-07-0110 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input22. ¿Frío o calor?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 2021-06-2808 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input21. ¡A viajar!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 2021-06-2409 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input20. El Día del SolMarta 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 2021-06-2108 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input19. El Día del PadreIn 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 2021-06-1708 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input18. Las mascotas|Parte 2Marta 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 2021-06-1408 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input17. Las mascotas|Parte 1In 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.2021-06-1008 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input16. El Mes del Orgullo LGBTQMarta talks about the origin of Pride Month and what it is about. Here is the transcript for this episode. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group 2021-06-0708 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input15. Las vacaciones de veranoMarta talk about summer vacation and the things that she likes doing during that period. It is an opportunity to renew and change habits. Click here for the transcript and if you want to support this podcast, click here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group 2021-06-0307 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input14. El Día de RecordaciónMarta talks about Memorial Day in the EE. UU. Click here for the transcript.  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee          Facebook Group2021-05-3108 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input13. Graduación en tiempos del COVIDMarta talks about the class of 2021 and how they pushed through with a good attitude and hard work to be able to graduate this year. Click here for the transcript. Want to support this podcast? Click here! Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group 2021-05-2709 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input12. Las quinceañeras|Parte 2In this second part of Quinceañeras, Marta talks about the specific activities and rituals included in the celebration.  Click here for the transcript  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee    Facebook Group2021-05-2408 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input11. Desastres naturales-Special Weekend EpisodeIn this special weekend episode, Marta talks about natural disasters in general, but more specifically about earthquakes. She talks about her personal experience as a middle school student, when the devastating earthquake of 1985 happened while she was in school. A video is included in the transcript of this episode. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group 2021-05-2309 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input10. Las quinceañeras|Parte 1Marta talks about how the Hispanic celebration of the 15th birthday for girls originated, and how it is incorrect to call this event a 'Quinceañera'.  This is episode is part one of two.  Click here for the transcript.   Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group 2021-05-2008 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input9. Una realidad del inmigranteIn this episode, Marta shares her feelings as a Mexican immigrant in the US; how she misses everything back home, but also how she misses everything back in Wisconsin when she visits Mexico.  Join the Facebook group for collaboration and to suggest ideas for upcoming episodes! Click here for the transcript Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 2021-05-1709 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input8. La importancia de los lenguajesMarta and her guest, her niece Isaura, talk about the importance of speaking other languages and how it has a positive impact on personal and professional ways. Click here for the transcript for this episode. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group 2021-05-1304 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input7. El Día de las MadresMarta talks about Mother's Day in México. She talks about the similarities and differences between the celebration in the US and in México, and how she celebrates her mom, as they live in different countries. Click here for the transcript of this episode. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group 2021-05-1007 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input6. El estrésMarta talks about some of the causes of stress, and also gives a few strategies to work through stressful situations.  Click here for the transcript Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group 2021-05-0609 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input5. Cinco de MayoMarta talks about the Cinco de Mayo, what is the reason for the celebration and how it is often mistaken for Mexican Independence Day.  Click here for the link to the transcript.  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee          Facebook Group2021-05-0306 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input4. El Día del NiñoMarta talks about the celebration of Children's Day, its origin, and why it is celebrated on a different date in México.  Here is the transcript for this episode. Email us!         Become a supporter!        Buy Me a Coffee                 Facebook Group 2021-04-2909 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input3. La familiaIn this episode, Marta talks about her own family and their occupations. Join the Facebook group for collaboration and to suggest ideas for future episodes! Click here for the transcript2021-04-2608 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input2. El Día de la TierraMarta talks about Earth Day. This episode is released a day earlier than scheduled to give time to teachers who want to use it in class on the very day of the celebration. Click here for the transcript. Join the Facebook group for collaboration, and to suggest ideas for future episodes!2021-04-2210 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input1. IntroducciónIntroduction In Spanish of the podcast. Marta talks about what the podcast is about and how she will facilitate comprehension during each episode. Click here for the transcript for this episode.  Email us!   Become a supporter!   Buy Me a Coffee    Facebook Group2021-04-1906 min¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! | Learn Spanish with Comprehensible Input¡Cuéntame! -What is this podcast all about? Learning and Acquiring Spanish with Comprehensible InputMarta Ruiz Yedinak, Spanish National Board Certified Teacher, explains, in English, how this podcast with short episodes can contribute to the listeners’ efforts to learn and acquire the Spanish language. Every episode has a link to the transcript.2021-04-1900 min