Episodes

  • Drug Cartels in Mexico | El mapa del narco en México parte 4— Learn Spanish

    Drug Cartels in Mexico | El mapa del narco en México parte 4— Learn Spanish
    Nov 4 2026
    🇺🇸 Why does territory matter in understanding drug trafficking in Mexico? In this episode of Your Mexican Friend, we explore how geography, regional influence, and political power intersect in the history of Mexican drug cartels. We also look at what these dynamics mean for local communities and public security.Listen to practice your Mexican Spanish while exploring the context behind the headlines.🇲🇽 ¿Por qué importa el territorio para entender el narcotráfico en México? En este episodio de Your Mexican Friend, exploramos cómo se cruzan la geografía, la influencia regional y el poder político en la historia de los cárteles mexicanos. También hablamos de lo que estas dinámicas significan para las comunidades y la seguridad pública.Practica tu comprensión del español mexicano mientras conoces el contexto detrás de los titulares.🌐 Learn Spanish with us / Aprende español con nosotros
    https://yourmexicanfriend.com/
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    26 mins
  • Day of the Dead | Día de Muertos: tradición y memoria — Learn Spanish

    Day of the Dead | Día de Muertos: tradición y memoria — Learn Spanish
    Oct 29 2026
    🇺🇸 Some memories live on through flowers, candlelight, and family stories. Discover Día de Muertos with Your Mexican Friend and connect with a Mexican tradition centered on remembrance, love, and family.Practice your Spanish listening while exploring Mexican culture. Who would you honor on your ofrenda?🇲🇽 Hay recuerdos que siguen vivos entre flores, velas e historias familiares. Descubre el Día de Muertos con Your Mexican Friend y conecta con una tradición mexicana que reúne la memoria, el cariño y la familia.Practica tu comprensión del español mientras te acercas a la cultura mexicana. ¿A quién recordarías en tu ofrenda?🌐 Learn Spanish with us / Aprende español con nosotros:
    https://yourmexicanfriend.com/📲 Instagram: @your_mexicanfriend
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    14 mins
  • Mexico City Markets 🇲🇽 | Mercados de CDMX — Learn Spanish

    Mexico City Markets 🇲🇽 | Mercados de CDMX — Learn Spanish
    Oct 27 2026
    🇲🇽 ¡Vámonos al mercado! Acompáñanos a descubrir los mercados de la Ciudad de México y su conexión con la comida, las conversaciones y la vida cotidiana.🇺🇸 Let’s head to the market! Join us as we explore Mexico City’s markets and their connection to food, conversation and everyday life.🎧 Practica tu comprensión del español con apoyo en inglés mientras conoces más de la cultura mexicana.
    🎧 Practice your Spanish listening with English support while learning about Mexican culture.¿Cuál es tu mercado favorito de CDMX? ¿Cuál te gustaría visitar?
    What’s your favorite Mexico City market? Which one would you like to visit?🌐 https://yourmexicanfriend.com
    📸 Instagram: @your_mexicanfriend#YourMexicanFriend #LearnSpanish #MexicanSpanish #CDMX #MexicoCity #SpanishListening #MexicanCulture
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    15 mins
  • Corridos Tumbados in 2026: Lyrics, Culture, and Real Mexican Spanish

    Corridos Tumbados in 2026: Lyrics, Culture, and Real Mexican Spanish
    Jan 28 2026
    In this fully bilingual (Spanish/English) episode of Your Mexican Friend, Carlos shares an updated 2026 guide to corridos tumbados and Regional Mexican music: what the label really means today (because it has become a whole “universe” of styles), why the genre keeps growing globally, and what the most common lyric themes are—status and aspiration, loyalty to your inner circle, romance and heartbreak, and also the more controversial side in certain subgenres. The episode also includes a short language breakdown using a brief snippet from a popular lyric to help you understand real-world Spanish (register, casual vocabulary, and a more neutral equivalent). It closes with practical tips so you can use this music as a learning tool without messing up: how to choose songs based on your level, how to learn complete phrases, and how to separate “slang to understand” from “slang to say” depending on the context.
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    20 mins
  • Entrenar con dolor: conversación en español para estudiantes intermedios y avanzados

    Entrenar con dolor: conversación en español para estudiantes intermedios y avanzados
    Jan 26 2026
    El dolor crónico cambia la forma en que te mueves, comes y piensas… pero no siempre tiene que controlar tu vida. En este episodio 100% en español, enfocado en estudiantes intermedios y avanzados, hablo con Tom Pfeiffer, personal trainer y chronic pain coach en Williamsburg, Brooklyn, sobre cómo entrenar sin miedo cuando hay dolor, por qué dejar de moverte muchas veces empeora la situación y qué papel juega la alimentación en la recuperación. Platicamos de mitos comunes sobre el dolor, del famoso “no pain, no gain”, de cómo la relación con la comida puede ayudar o sabotear tu progreso, y de por qué la constancia suele ser más importante que la dieta o el entrenamiento perfectos. Si estás aprendiendo español y te interesa el fitness, la salud o entender mejor tu cuerpo sin extremos ni promesas mágicas, este episodio es para ti.
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    18 mins
  • Spanish for Daily Life: Conversations You’ll Actually Use (B1)

    Spanish for Daily Life: Conversations You’ll Actually Use (B1)
    Jan 23 2026
    In this episode of Your Mexican Friend, you’ll practice real-life Spanish through natural conversations designed for B1-level learners.
    The episode is mostly spoken in Spanish, with occasional English support only to provide clear instructions or brief context. This is not textbook Spanish, but the kind of Spanish people actually use in everyday life in Mexico. Throughout the episode, you’ll hear common situations such as:
    • Shopping for clothes
    • Asking for information about a tour in Mexico
    • A conversation between friends talking about their past vacations
    The goal is to listen first, then repeat out loud, and gradually get used to the rhythm, pronunciation, and expressions of everyday Spanish. At the end of each dialogue, you’ll find comprehension questions to help you check how much you understood and reinforce your learning.
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    14 mins
  • Mexico City on the Move: The Public Transport Guide

    Mexico City on the Move: The Public Transport Guide
    Jan 20 2026
    Mexico City on the Move: From Combis to the MetroGet ready to navigate the heart of the city! 🚇 In this bilingual episode (Spanish/English), we dive into the organized chaos of Mexico City’s transit system. From the iconic orange Metro and high-speed Metrobús to the legendary microbuses, combis, and Ecobici.We explore the unwritten rules of the commute, the challenges of urban mobility, and the unique stories that only happen when 20 million people are on the move. Whether you're a local "chilango" or just visiting, this is your ultimate guide to surviving and thriving in Mexico City traffic.
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    17 mins
  • De Rusia a México: Dima en Cirque du Soleil Joya

    De Rusia a México: Dima en Cirque du Soleil Joya
    Jan 16 2026
    In this episode, I have a very special conversation with Dima, a Russian artist who currently works at Cirque du Soleil Joya in Mexico. We talk about what it was like to arrive from Russia to a completely different country, his process of adapting to Mexican culture, and how he ended up becoming part of one of the most important shows in the world. Dima shares what life is like behind the scenes, what it’s really like to work at Cirque du Soleil Joya, the physical and emotional challenges of the circus, and how Mexico became his second home. We also talk about language, cultural differences, discipline, teamwork, and what it means to live “the Mexican way” as a foreigner. 👉 Important: this episode is entirely in Spanish, designed so you can practice real listening with a natural, clear, and authentic conversation.
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    22 mins