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Learn Spanish in coffee-break lessons from the Radio Lingua Network. In each lesson we'll focus on the language you need to know and before long you'll be making yourself understood with native Spanish speakers. Season 1 lessons are for absolute beginners, and the courses increase in difficulty as the seasons progress.

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  1. CBS Mag 4.02 | Ritmos latinos: la bachata

    · 29 min · S10 E2

    Welcome to another episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine! This time Mark and Anabel go through a text about bachata, a popular type of Latin music, and discuss its origin and influences. Along the way, we…

  2. CBS Mag 4.03 | Días de fiesta en Bilbao

    · 33 min · S10 E3

    Our Coffee Break Spanish Magazine hosts, Mark and Anabel, are back for another episode! This time we hear a text about a Basque celebration which takes place in Bilbao. Throughout the text, we come across some…

  3. CBS Mag 4.04 | La selva amazónica

    · 30 min · S10 E4

    We’re taking a virtual trip to Latin America as we’re visiting the Amazon jungle in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine! Join Mark and Anabel and learn some interesting facts about this amazing place…

  4. CBS Mag 4.05 | Torres humanas

    · 27 min · S10 E5

    Welcome back to the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine! In this episode, Mark and Anabel go through a text about human towers or castells in Catalan. We break down the range of vocabulary and grammar points featured in the…

  5. CBS Mag 4.06 | Isabel Allende

    · 26 min · S10 E6

    In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine, Mark and Anabel discuss a text about the life and work of a very famous novelist who was born in Chile - Isabel Allende. While learning more about Isabel Allende…

  6. CBS Mag 4.07 | Deporte y diversión en Asturias

    · 27 min · S10 E7

    Welcome to another episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine! This time, we discuss a text about a canoeing festival which takes place in Asturias every year. While hearing about the festival throughout the text,…

  7. CBS Mag 4.08 | Fiesta de la Vendimia en Argentina

    · 24 min · S10 E8

    In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine we're talking about grape harvesting in Argentina! We learn how to create adverbs ending in -mente, and familiarise ourselves with the structure: continuar + gerund.…

  8. CBS Mag 4.09 | Siglos de historia en Cádiz

    · 27 min · S10 E9

    In the penultimate episode in this series of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine, we're taking a virtual trip to one of the oldest cities in Europe - Cádiz. Marina shares an interesting text about the history of this…

  9. CBS Mag 4.10 | Maíz

    · 22 min · S10 E10

    We have reached the tenth and final episode in this series of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine and we're rounding off the season by talking about one of the most cultivated cereals in the world - corn! Through the…

  10. Introducing La penúltima voluntad - Coffee Break Spanish Season 5

    · 5:48 · Trailer

    Join Mark and Anabel to find out about our new series for advanced learners, La penúltima voluntad. In this series you'll follow the story of Marta and the inheritance left to her by her father. In each episode you'll…

  11. Introducing the Coffee Break Spanish Show

    · 2:47 · Trailer

    Welcome to our brand new podcast series - the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Throughout this 10-episode series, our Coffee Break Spanish team will help you take your intermediate Spanish to the next level, one coffee break…

  12. How to pronounce the ‘r’ in Spanish | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.01

    · 12 min · S12 E1

    Welcome to the very first episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! We start the season off by learning how to pronounce the letter R when speaking Spanish - and how and when to use it. ➡️ Click here to access the…

  13. When to use 'el' with feminine nouns - 'El agua', 'el hambre' and other examples | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.02

    · 11 min · S12 E2

    Welcome back to the Coffee Break Spanish Show! In Episode 2, we look at Spanish nouns that take the article 'el' despite being feminine nouns, such as 'el agua' and 'el aula'. By the end of this episode, you'll have a…

  14. How to say 'I like' in Spanish - Using 'gustar' in any tense | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.03

    · 12 min · S12 E3

    In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show, we look at how the verb ‘gustar’ works and how to use it in different tenses and situations. After listening to this episode, you'll be able to say that you like…

  15. ‘Tú’ and ‘usted’ - How to navigate informal and formal Spanish | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.04

    · 6:46 · S12 E4

    Welcome to another episode of the Coffee Break Show! This time, we're helping you use ‘tu’ and ‘usted’ like native speakers of Spanish. With the help of our Spanish team, you'll know how to navigate informal and formal…

  16. Where do adverbs go? - Spanish sentence structure | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.05

    · 12 min · S12 E5

    We're back with another episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! We're halfway through the series, and this time we're learning about where you can place adverbs when speaking Spanish and how it affects what you are…

  17. How to know which syllable to stress - Spanish accent marks | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.06

    · 12 min · S12 E6

    Episode 6 of the Coffee Break Spanish Show is all about pronunciation, with a focus on long words in Spanish. Join Mark and Concha as they talk about where to place the stress when pronouncing Spanish words. By the end…

  18. When to use ‘ser’ and ‘estar’ in Spanish | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.07

    · 12 min · S12 E7

    We have reached episode 7 of The Coffee Break Spanish Show! This time, we're talking about the difference between ‘ser’ and ‘estar’, and when to use each of them to mean "to be". By the end of this episode you'll be…

  19. Words that change meaning with ‘ser’ and ‘estar’ | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.08

    · 12 min · S12 E8

    Did you know that there are some adjectives that have a different meaning depending on whether they are used with ser or estar? That is the topic that Mark and Concha are tackling in this episode of the Coffee Break…

  20. A guide to negation in Spanish | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.09

    · 12 min · S12 E9

    Do you know how to form a negative statement in Spanish? How many negative words are you familiar with? In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show we look at some rules that can help us correctly use negative…

  21. How to expand your vocabulary - 3 useful Spanish suffixes | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.10

    · 9:13 · S12 E10

    It's time for the 10th and final episode for this series of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Join Anabel and Concha as they look at some tips and tricks to help you expand your vocabulary in an easy and straightforward…

  22. Introducing Season 2 of the Coffee Break Spanish Show

    · 1:11 · Trailer

    We're back with Season 2 of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! In this podcast series we help you take your intermediate Spanish to the next level, one coffee break at a time. Throughout the 10-episode series we cover a…

  23. Spanish question words - With or without an accent? | CBS Show 2.01

    · 15 min · S13 E1

    We're back with Season 2 of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! In this podcast series we help you take your intermediate Spanish to the next level, one coffee break at a time. In this 10-episode series we cover a range of…

  24. 10 Spanish expressions that use 'tener' instead of 'ser' | CBS Show 2.02

    · 14 min · S13 E2

    Have you ever wondered why Spanish speakers say "I have 20 years old"? Find out the reason in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Join Concha and Mark as they share 10 useful expressions with the verb…

  25. ‘Deber', 'tener que' and 'hay que' - 3 ways to express obligation in Spanish | CBS Show 2.03

    · 11 min · S13 E3

    Would you like to understand how to express obligation in Spanish? Tune in to this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show to learn all about "deber", "tener que" and "hay que". Prefer to watch these lessons? You can…

  26. How to translate 'for' in Spanish using 'por' and 'para' | CBS Show 2.04

    · 15 min · S13 E4

    When should you use 'por' and 'para' in Spanish? We're answering that very question in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Join our hosts, Mark and Concha, and find out how to choose between these words. By…

  27. How to pronounce the letter J in Spanish | CBS Show 2.05

    · 14 min · S13 E5

    Are you unsure how to pronounce the letter J in Spanish? If so then this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish show is for you! We teach you how to pronounce the letter J correctly and share several practice tips!…

  28. How to give commands, instructions and suggestions - The imperative in Spanish | CBS Show 2.06

    · 18 min · S13 E6

    Have you ever wondered how to give commands in Spanish? In this episode we reveal how to use the imperative like a native speaker! Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV,…

  29. How to order a coffee like a native Spanish speaker | CBS Show 2.07

    · 13 min · S13 E7

    Want to know how to order a coffee in Spanish and sound like a local anywhere you go? If so then tune into this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show as we share some tips you won't want to miss! Prefer to watch…

  30. The subjunctive in Spanish - All you need to know to start using it | CBS Show 2.08

    · 16 min · S13 E8

    Ready to master the use of the subjunctive in Spanish? In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show you will learn about using the present subjunctive conjugation and its common triggers. Prefer to watch these…

  31. 4 ways to translate 'to become' in Spanish | CBS Show 2.09

    · 9:30 · S13 E9

    Expressing 'to become' in Spanish can be tricky, as four different verbs are used. In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show, we help you better understand how to use them! Prefer to watch these lessons? You…

  32. How to react like a native speaker - Spanish conversational filler words | CBS Show 2.10

    · 13 min · S13 E10

    How many Spanish filler words do you know? These handy words can help you blend in with the locals when engaging in conversations. Familiarise yourself with some of them in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish…

  33. Announcing the Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024

    · 1:30 · Trailer

    New mini-series! Starting on Monday 4th November, join Mark and the Coffee Break Spanish Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our Spanish. But…

  34. Clue #1 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024

    · 8:55 · S14 E1

    Welcome to the first episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join Pablo and Mark in this first episode as they reveal the initial clue. As you continue…

  35. Clue #2 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024

    · 7:18 · S14 E2

    We're back with the next episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! In this episode join Pablo and Mark as they reveal clue number two and take us one…

  36. Clue #3 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024

    · 7:57 · S14 E3

    It's time for the third clue of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts provided by Anabel and your language skills, can you work out…

  37. Clue #4 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024

    · 7:39 · S14 E4

    It's time for the third clue of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts provided by Pierre-Benoît and your language skills, can you…

  38. Introducing Scenes from the Coffee Break Café

    · 2:08 · Trailer

    We’re about to launch four brand-new intermediate Spanish language course - Scenes from the Coffee Break Café. Imagine yourself in a charming café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life…

  39. CBS Scenes 1.01 | ¡Qué mal trago!

    · 33 min · S15 E1

    Join Mark and Pablo at the start of an engaging new story! In Chapter 1 of Scenes, our latest course for intermediate learners, we’re introduced to Isabel, her café, and its colourful array of customers. Each chapter…

  40. CBS Scenes 1.02 | El nuevo miembro

    · 32 min · S15 E2

    In Chapter 2 of Scenes, our series for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel's café, where we meet the charming group of older gentlemen she affectionately calls sus Chicos de oro. This time, there’s a…

  41. CBS Scenes 1.03 | Sustituta busca piso

    · 27 min · S15 E3

    Join Mark and Pablo for another chapter in the captivating Scenes series! In Chapter 3, we meet Elena, a new substitute teacher settling into the neighbourhood and searching for a flat. This chapter introduces…

  42. CBS Scenes 1.04 | El café de la suerte

    · 32 min · S15 E4

    Join Mark and Pablo for the next chapter of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners! In this chapter, a nervous man steps into Isabel’s café, dressed smartly in a suit and carrying a briefcase. ¿Adónde…

  43. CBS Scenes 1.05 | ¡Menudo sorpresón!

    · 29 min · S15 E5

    In Chapter 5 of Scenes, our series for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café, where a variety of interesting customers bring their stories to life. This time, we meet a group of lively ladies…

  44. CBS Scenes 1.06 | La inquilina

    · 30 min · S15 E6

    In Chapter 6 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café and catch up with Elena, the new teacher we met in Chapter 3. ¿Cómo le va en su nuevo trabajo? ¿Ha encontrado ya piso?…

  45. CBS Scenes 1.07 | Gracias por la suerte

    · 24 min · S15 E7

    In Chapter 7 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café and catch up with Miguel—someone we’ve met before. ¿Te acuerdas de él? Join Mark and Pablo as the story continues! As…

  46. CBS Scenes 1.08 | Sin vuelta atrás

    · 26 min · S15 E8

    In Chapter 8 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café, where she witnesses an emotional and unexpected moment between a couple. No obstante, cuando se cierra una puerta, se…

  47. CBS Scenes 1.09 | Una visita de recuerdos

    · 26 min · S15 E9

    In Chapter 9 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café, where she welcomes a group of customers from a place that holds special meaning for her. ¿Te imaginas de dónde vienen?…

  48. CBS Scenes 1.10 | Una gran familia

    · 23 min · S15 E10

    In the final chapter of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, Isabel shares more about her Chicos de oro and the wonderful plans they enjoy together. ¡Son como una gran familia! Join Mark and Pablo in…

  49. How to talk confidently about the weather | A Coffee Break with Anabel

    · 8:24 · S16 E1

    Would you like short, mini-episodes to keep your Spanish ticking over in between our main seasons of Coffee Break Spanish? Then we hope you enjoy this mini-lesson with Anabel! Today’s topic? The weather! ☀️🌧️ Anabel…

  50. Subjunctive or indicative after 'cuando' in Spanish? | A Coffee Break with Pablo

    · 7:55 · S16 E2

    In this episode, we'll hear from Pablo from the Coffee Break Spanish team. This time, a Spanish proverb gives us the perfect opportunity to explore one of those classic Spanish grammar challenges: when to use the…

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