208: El Aparecido del Nevado del Ruiz

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   210: La leyenda del colibrí

   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…

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   18 Dec 2025 · 17 min

   209: La flor del ceibo

   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!…

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   26 Nov 2025 · 20 min

   207. Keiko

   Welcome back to ¡Cuéntame ! I’m so glad you’re here. In today’s episode, we’re taking a break from our legends series to explore the real-life story behind one of the most famous animals in the world: Keiko, the orca from Free Willy . It’s a story full of emotion, hope, and big questions about animal welfare. Check out the comprehensible book about this story by Nelly Andrade-Huges and share your thoughts about it! If you want info about the virtual class with me, fill out this form! Before we begin, I’d love your support!If you enjoy the podcast, please rate it, leave a review, and share it…

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   206. La Santa Compaña

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   17 Nov 2025 · 18 min

   205. El Xoloitzcuintle

   In this episode of ¡Cuéntame! , Marta dives into one of Mexico’s most fascinating legends—one filled with history, culture, and a very special kind of dog. Whether you’re a Spanish learner, a teacher, or simply someone who loves a good story, this episode will take you somewhere unexpected. Transcript HERE! If you love learning through stories, don’t miss my original short novel for Spanish learners , a beginner-friendly book inspired by the legend of the xoloitzcuintle. It includes audio and accessible language perfect for learners. We’d love to hear from you! Email us anytime, join our…

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   14 Jun 2026 · 19 min

   223. El mate hoy: Rituales y costumbres

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   28 May 2026 · 17 min

   222. Mate: El origen y la historia

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   20 May 2026 · 15 min

   221. Las muñecas quitapenas

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    18 May 2026 · 18 min

    220. Beagles: El rescate

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