"Official" PODCAST (in Spanish) Reviews and Recommendations
Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2018 6:48 pm
I stole the title from James29's awesome thread about Spanish telenovela recommendations.
Over the years I've spent hours looking for good podcasts in Spanish, and although I have come across some good ones, it has taken a lot of effort to find them. I'm not sure if this thread will be really popular or not, but I'm hoping to share some of my favorites and get some good recommendations in return. Also it seems like most of the searches I've done for Spanish podcasts come back with the same returns over and over again: a list of podcasts for learners ...and oh yea.. Radio Ambulante (which IS an awesome podcast). I'm hoping to share (and get) some different material in this thread
I have a long list but I'll get it started by sharing a few of my favorites from Mexico:
El Explicador:
Enrique Gánem and María de los Angeles Aranda talk about really interesting topics, usually relating to science. Good audio quality, and a great way of expanding your vocabulary. Because some of the shows are very scientific in nature, this might be best for advanced learners.
Así como suena
This is an awesome podcast with great audio quality. It is one of the few podcasts that I can listen to while driving because the audio is usually clear, and loud. From their own description: "En Así como suena contamos historias: historias de amor y de odio, de crimen, de política, de corrupción, de vida cotidiana. Nuestro extraordinario equipo de reporteros no se queda en la superficie, en la nota. Cava profundo. Y te ofrece piezas sonoras extraordinarias; historias que merecen ser escuchadas."
Contrapoder, con Jorge Ramos
I suppose this is from the US, but it is hosted by Mexican born reporter Jorge Ramos. This includes some great interviews with key figures in today's world. Definitely worth checking out!
La Mesa con Leon Krauze
This is one of my all time favorites (I even read his book which is based on the podcast)/ Basically, Leon Krauze sits down with people and they tell him their life story: how and why they came to the US, what they do for a living, where they grew up, etc. I highly recommend this one. Might be good for a low intermediate learning trying to work on listening skills.
Historias del más allá
I like this one, although the sound quality isn't super good. It involves people calling in and telling stories about paranormal/creepy things that have happened to them. A great way of working on your listening skills since people from all over Mexico call in, and sometimes it's hard to hear because of phone issues.
Los Desvelados
I like listening to this one at night when I'm driving for some reason. People call in and talk about "OVNI's" and other supernatural occurrences.
The Manager's Podcast
I'm not a manager but I like this one because it is updated regularly and the host is very easy to understand. Good audio quality as well. The host offers advice for managers but a lot of the info on this program can be applied to everyday life.
Neteando con Kate y Jessica
Hosted by Kate del Castillo and Jessica Maldonado
Not something I would ever listen to in English but it is a great way of expanding my vocabulary about topics I normally don't care about. Some topics are geared towards women, but some are about topics that are important to almost everyone. I especially like this show because Kate drops little bits of information here and there about La Reina del Sur 2 and Ingobernable season 2 (although Ingobernable 2 is now available). Great audio quality, very easy to listen to while driving. They so go from Spanish to English a decent amount which is annoying, but the content makes it worth it. Also, I feel very proud of myself when Jessica doesn't know a word in Spanish (but I know it), and she has to ask Kate ¿como se dice.....?
I have a lot more, including some good ones from Spain and Colombia. Feel free to share everything and anything.
Over the years I've spent hours looking for good podcasts in Spanish, and although I have come across some good ones, it has taken a lot of effort to find them. I'm not sure if this thread will be really popular or not, but I'm hoping to share some of my favorites and get some good recommendations in return. Also it seems like most of the searches I've done for Spanish podcasts come back with the same returns over and over again: a list of podcasts for learners ...and oh yea.. Radio Ambulante (which IS an awesome podcast). I'm hoping to share (and get) some different material in this thread
I have a long list but I'll get it started by sharing a few of my favorites from Mexico:
El Explicador:
Enrique Gánem and María de los Angeles Aranda talk about really interesting topics, usually relating to science. Good audio quality, and a great way of expanding your vocabulary. Because some of the shows are very scientific in nature, this might be best for advanced learners.
Así como suena
This is an awesome podcast with great audio quality. It is one of the few podcasts that I can listen to while driving because the audio is usually clear, and loud. From their own description: "En Así como suena contamos historias: historias de amor y de odio, de crimen, de política, de corrupción, de vida cotidiana. Nuestro extraordinario equipo de reporteros no se queda en la superficie, en la nota. Cava profundo. Y te ofrece piezas sonoras extraordinarias; historias que merecen ser escuchadas."
Contrapoder, con Jorge Ramos
I suppose this is from the US, but it is hosted by Mexican born reporter Jorge Ramos. This includes some great interviews with key figures in today's world. Definitely worth checking out!
La Mesa con Leon Krauze
This is one of my all time favorites (I even read his book which is based on the podcast)/ Basically, Leon Krauze sits down with people and they tell him their life story: how and why they came to the US, what they do for a living, where they grew up, etc. I highly recommend this one. Might be good for a low intermediate learning trying to work on listening skills.
Historias del más allá
I like this one, although the sound quality isn't super good. It involves people calling in and telling stories about paranormal/creepy things that have happened to them. A great way of working on your listening skills since people from all over Mexico call in, and sometimes it's hard to hear because of phone issues.
Los Desvelados
I like listening to this one at night when I'm driving for some reason. People call in and talk about "OVNI's" and other supernatural occurrences.
The Manager's Podcast
I'm not a manager but I like this one because it is updated regularly and the host is very easy to understand. Good audio quality as well. The host offers advice for managers but a lot of the info on this program can be applied to everyday life.
Neteando con Kate y Jessica
Hosted by Kate del Castillo and Jessica Maldonado
Not something I would ever listen to in English but it is a great way of expanding my vocabulary about topics I normally don't care about. Some topics are geared towards women, but some are about topics that are important to almost everyone. I especially like this show because Kate drops little bits of information here and there about La Reina del Sur 2 and Ingobernable season 2 (although Ingobernable 2 is now available). Great audio quality, very easy to listen to while driving. They so go from Spanish to English a decent amount which is annoying, but the content makes it worth it. Also, I feel very proud of myself when Jessica doesn't know a word in Spanish (but I know it), and she has to ask Kate ¿como se dice.....?
I have a lot more, including some good ones from Spain and Colombia. Feel free to share everything and anything.