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I Love Real Spanish

Ben Curtis and Marina Diez

Ben and Marina from Notesinspanish.com bring you the real Spanish you"ll never find in a textbook or app, so you have amazing real life experiences with your Spanish!

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18:20

Why You STILL Can't Understand Fast Spanish (Even...

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2026/04/07

Why fast Spanish still sounds like one long word, and how to finally start understanding and enjoying real Spanish conversations with native speakers when you are intermediate and above. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report +: 8 Fluency Secrets: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our REAL Intermediate Course: https://www.notesinspanish.com/sp/real-intermediate/ Ben & Marina – Notes in Spanish • Teaching real Spanish online since 2006 • 40+

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06:54

Test Your Spanish - De Cine 🎬 - What % Do You Get?

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2026/04/01

In this Spanish listening challenge we have a natural 3-minute conversation about films and cinema — your task is to listen and see what percentage you catch. Remember, even 2% is a win! Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our REAL Intermediate Course: https://www.notesinspanish.com/sp/real-intermediate/ Ben & Marina – Notes in Spanish • Teaching real Spanish online since 2006 • 40+ million podcast, audio &

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07:33

Why Spanish Speakers Say "Ya" 50 Times a Day (And...

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2026/03/26

If you've ever listened to a native Spanish speaker for long, you've heard the word "YA" about a thousand times. But what does it actually mean? Is it "now"? Is it "already"? Is it "stop"? The truth is: It's all of them... and more. Today, we're breaking down the "Swiss Army Knife" of Spanish vocabulary. Mastering this one tiny word is the ultimate shortcut to sounding less like a textbook and more like a local. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report:

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08:56

You Already Know the Spanish Subjunctive: Real...

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2026/03/17

Today we look at two expressions Spanish speakers use all the time, simple phrases that reveal one of the key ideas behind the Spanish subjunctive, how emotion is involved! To find out when our Super Spanish Subjunctive Challenge is released, join our newsletter here: Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our REAL Intermediate Course: https://www.notesinspanish.com/sp/real-intermediate/

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05:56

When You Freeze in Spanish… Say This

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2026/03/11

Do you ever freeze when speaking Spanish and need a moment to think? In this episode we talk about muletillas — the small words and phrases Spanish speakers use all the time to buy themselves a little thinking time.They also make you sound much more Spanish, because native speakers use them all the time! Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our REAL Intermediate Course:

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07:39

Spanish Parties Last 7 Hours?! (Real Spanish...

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2026/03/04

What are Spanish parties really like? We share a real Spanish conversation about a recent birthday party for our daughter that lasted an incredible seven hours! Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our REAL Intermediate Course: https://www.notesinspanish.com/sp/real-intermediate/

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10:49

Good at Reading, Bad at Speaking? Your Spanish Is Out...

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2026/02/19

Are you good at reading Spanish but struggle to understand fast speakers or speak confidently? You're not alone — it's very common for different language skills to grow at different speeds. Here explain why Spanish skills get out of balance and how to fix it, using a real Spanish conversation and simple, practical strategies to help you strengthen your weakest areas and keep making steady progress. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report:

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08:10

The Day You Stop Translating Spanish in Your Head (It...

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2026/02/12

Do you still translate Spanish in your head before you speak? You're not alone — and it's completely normal at the intermediate stage. In this video, we explain why it happens, why it's actually a good sign, and how you can move past it. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our Courses here: https://www.notesinspanish.com/store-home/

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12:30

Stop Saying "Hace Mal Tiempo" – Say This Instead

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2026/02/06

Is it really normal for it to rain this much in Madrid? In this video, we reveal the answer in a real Spanish conversation, explore real Spanish weather slang — from chirimiri to día de perros — and give you some much better phrases than just "hace mal tiempo". Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get "The Inner Circle Collection" Course: https://www.notesinspanish.com/sp/the-inner-circle-collection/

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13:32

Spanish Slang: You Think You Know 'Vale'… But Do You?

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2026/02/03

'Vale' is one of the most common words in spoken Spanish — and one of the most confusing for learners. You hear it constantly in real conversations, films, and everyday life in Spain, but it rarely means just "OK".... Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our Courses here: https://www.notesinspanish.com/store-home/

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12:03

Real Spanish Slang: ¡Qué rollo! Explained

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2026/01/22

"Rollo" is one of those Spanish words you hear constantly… and yet it's surprisingly hard to pin down. In today's Real Spanish Conversation, we explore how Spaniards use rollo, qué rollo, no te enrolles and many more essential slang phrases in everyday life. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our Courses here: https://www.notesinspanish.com/store-home/

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08:57

Why Spanish Makes You Feel More Alive

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2026/01/15

Today's real, unscripted Spanish conversation is all about what gives us a real feeling of vitality in life, and how learning Spanish can have that effect! Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our Courses here: https://www.notesinspanish.com/store-home/

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11:40

Real Spanish Grows Outside the Comfort Zone -...

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2026/01/01

Today's real, unscripted Spanish conversation is all about pushing past your comfort zone. It's never easy — but it can change everything. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our R.E.A.L. Intermediate Course now: https://www.notesinspanish.com/sp/notes-in-spanish-real-intermediate/

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11:38

Real Spanish Conversation: Big Music Surprise!

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2025/12/19

Today's real, unscripted Spanish conversation is all about music, age, and how we reacted (with some shock!) to Spotify's yearly round up — perfect for improving your Spanish listening skills and real-world vocabulary. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our R.E.A.L. Intermediate Course now: https://www.notesinspanish.com/sp/notes-in-spanish-real-intermediate/

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07:34

Real Spanish Listening Challenge - Books Chat 📖

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2025/12/19

Improve your Spanish listening skills with this real Spanish conversation on our reading habits in today's busy on-line life. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our R.E.A.L. Intermediate Course now: https://www.notesinspanish.com/sp/notes-in-spanish-real-intermediate/

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09:05

The Spanish Xmas Problem & Your Listening Breakthrough

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2025/12/03

It's time for another Spanish listening challenge, while you tune in to Marina and I, Ben, talking about a very difficult topic in our bi-cultural relationship! Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Get our R.E.A.L. Intermediate Course now: https://www.notesinspanish.com/sp/notes-in-spanish-real-intermediate/

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07:02

Can You Understand This Real Spanish? (3-Min. Challenge)

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2025/11/25

This is the key to real fluency, listen now to find out more... Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Black Friday Special on our Courses: https://www.notesinspanish.com/store-home/?utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=libsyn&utm_campaign=libsyn&utm_content=libsyn

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11:34

6 Real Spanish Uses of Llevar You Must Know

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2025/11/13

You need to be using these great phrases with Llevar to get so much better at Spanish. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Reach Advanced Fluency with our Courses: https://www.notesinspanish.com/store-home/

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20:15

How to Speak Spanish Fluently (Even If You Still Make...

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2025/11/06

Maybe your Spanish reading is OK, but your speaking… not quite where you want it to be? Today we'll fix that - with the tips and tricks that changed Ben's Spanish fluency forever. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Reach Advanced Fluency with our Courses: https://www.notesinspanish.com/store-home/

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12:08

How to Understand Fast Spoken Spanish (Even Native...

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2025/10/28

It may seem impossible at times, but you can understand fast Spanish native speakers, and in today's episode we'll tell you exactly how to do it. Free '15 Spanish Slang Phrases Every Intermediate Learner Must Know!' report: https://www.notesinspanish.com/op/fluent/ Reach Advanced Fluency with our Courses: https://www.notesinspanish.com/store-home/

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