
Bilingual News in Spanish
Weekly short-form podcasts with interesting news stories in intermediate Spanish. Narrated in English for extra context. Comprehensible input to speed up your Spanish language acquisition.
Episodes
20 episodes
#20: Trump introduces sweeping tariffs
Welcome to the "Bilingual News in Spanish" podcast. Today, we’re diving into Trump’s latest tariffs."Bilingual News in Spanish" publishes weekly short-form podcasts with interesting news stories in intermediate Spanish. Narrated in Engl...
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Episode 20
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3:59

#19 Protests in Cuba over food and power shortages
Welcome to the "Bilingual News in Spanish" podcast. Today, we’re diving into the heart of Cuba, a nation on the brink of profound change. The Caribbean island, known for its rich culture and history, faces its severest economic crisis in ...
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Episode 19
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3:44

#18 Brazil reverses the trend in deforestation
Welcome to today's episode of the "Bilingual News in Spanish" podcast, where we bring you the latest news in a format that helps you improve your Spanish skills. Today, we're talking about a significant environmental achievement in Brazil. ...
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Episode 18
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3:36

#17 Trump Barred From Colorado Primary Ballot
Welcome to the "Bilingual News in Spanish" podcast. The news for today comes from the United States, specifically from the state of Colorado, where a significant court ruling has recently taken place. The Colorado Supreme Court made a lan...
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Episode 17
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3:26

#16 Anarcho-capitalist Javier Milei elected as Argentina's next president
Welcome to the "Bilingual News in Spanish" podcast, where we dive into the latest news stories and present them in a way that's accessible for Spanish learners. Today, we're discussing a significant political shift in Argentina with the electio...
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Episode 16
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3:51

#15 Hurricane Otis hits the famous resort town Acapulco in Mexico
Welcome to the Bilingual News in Spanish podcast. Today we have a story that combines the forces of nature and the resilience of a people. It happened on the beautiful coastal city of Acapulco in Mexico. It's a place known for its gorgeou...
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Episode 15
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3:23

#14 Israel willing to delay Gaza invasion to discuss large release of hostages
Welcome to another episode of "Bilingual News in Spanish," where we bring you the latest news from around the world in English and Spanish. Today, we are discussing a crucial situation in Gaza, where the Israeli government is considering suspen...
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Episode 14
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2:26

#13 Ecuador elected a new president after impeaching the current one
In today's episode, we unravel the story of the recent presidential elections in Ecuador. A young businessman, harnessing the legacy of his family's empire, has risen to power amidst a country grappling with escalating violence and econom...
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Episode 13
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3:27

#12 New Spanish law strengthens animal rights but exempts bullfights
Welcome to the "Bilingual News in Spanish" podcast. In today's episode, we're discussing a new animal welfare law in Spain.Our story today is about Spain, a country well-known for its rich culture, vibrant festivals, and artistic history...
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Episode 12
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3:57

#11 2030 World Cup to be hosted by three continents
Welcome to another episode of "Bilingual News in Spanish". Today, we’ll be looking at an exciting development in the world of football - the World Cup of 2030. In an unprecedented move, the men's World Cup for 2030 will take place in six ...
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Episode 11
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3:31

#10 Argentine peso plunges to a new low before presidential elections
Welcome to Bilingual News in Spanish podcast. Today, we bring you some big news from Argentina. The nation's currency, the peso, is sinking to a new low as a presidential election is coming up. The situation shows no signs of slowing down. An u...
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Episode 10
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2:58

#9 Spaniards march the streets in protest
Welcome to the "Bilingual News in Spanish" podcast. Today, we're taking a look at some important developments in Spain. A massive crowd took to the streets of Barcelona to voice their rejection of a proposal aimed at granting amnesty to Catalan...
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Episode 9
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2:57

#8 Amazon is now competing with SpaceX
Welcome to the Bilingual News in Spanish podcast! Today we have an exciting update from the world of space technology. Amazon, the largest e-commerce corporation globally, is making some significant advancements in space-related technology.&nbs...
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Episode 8
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3:57

#7 ChatGPT can now speak and recognize images
Welcome to the Bilingual News in Spanish podcast. Today we will be talking about a development in the world of artificial intelligence, particularly within OpenAI's flagship platform, ChatGPT. Just recently, this platform expanded its offerings...
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Episode 7
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2:32

#6 Migrant Crisis At The Border of Mexico
Welcome to the Bilingual News in Spanish podcast, bringing you digestible news stories presented in a beginner-friendly Spanish format. Today, we look at a pressing issue: the escalating number of illegal crossings from Mexico into the U.S.&nbs...
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Episode 6
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3:14

#5 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded to 3 Scientists for Exploring the Nanoworld
Welcome to another episode of the Bilingual News in Spanish podcast, your guide to understanding top stories through learning the Spanish language. Today, we dive into the world of science where the Nobel Prize was awarded for the discovery tha...
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Episode 5
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3:43

#4 Italian Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro dies
Our story today touches upon the life and end of one of the world's most wanted men, mafia kingpin Matteo Messina Denaro. He managed to avoid capture for years, but was detained earlier this year after living as a fugitive for decades.
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Episode 4
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3:41

#3 Julio Iglesias, famed Spanish singer, is turning 80
Today's news is a special birthday story! The legendary Spanish singer, Julio Iglesias, is turning 80. And he has quite the celebration in mind.
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Episode 3
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2:46

#2 The Mayan Train Project Pushes On
Today, we'll be discussing the ongoing construction of the Tren Maya in Mexico - a project promising both socio-economic benefits and cultural exploration. But, as it often happens with large infrastructural ventures, it is also stirring contro...
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Episode 2
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3:38
