As a child, Dr. Linda Valencia was fascinated by her grandmother, a traditional healer in Guatemala. But after choosing a different path and becoming a medical doctor, Linda realized that she could integrate the best parts of her grandmother's practices into modern medicine, in order to transform healthcare across Guatemala. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/42fEwT6.

As a child, Dr. Linda Valencia was fascinated by her grandmother, a traditional healer in Guatemala. But after choosing a different path and becoming a medical doctor, Linda realized that she could integrate the best parts of her grandmother's practices into modern medicine, in order to transform healthcare across Guatemala. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/42fEwT6" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/42fEwT6</a>.

Mi abuela la curandera (My Grandmother the Healer) - Revisited

In El Salvador, waist loom weaving is a revered craft, historically undertaken by women — until Ronald Vega had to take over the job from his sick mother, becoming the first man in his family, and his country, to practice this ancestral technique. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3MKjZBs.

In El Salvador, waist loom weaving is a revered craft, historically undertaken by women — until Ronald Vega had to take over the job from his sick mother, becoming the first man in his family, and his country, to practice this ancestral technique. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3MKjZBs" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3MKjZBs</a>.

Tejiendo un legado (Weaving a Legacy)

In May 2019, twenty Paraguayan soccer players traveled from their hometown to Asunción, the nation’s capital, to play the most important game of their lives. Led by their captain, José Elías Argaña, they were the first indigenous team to qualify to Paraguay’s national soccer league.  A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3BhJ8Nj.

In May 2019, twenty Paraguayan soccer players traveled from their hometown to Asunción, the nation’s capital, to play the most important game of their lives. Led by their captain, José Elías Argaña, they were the first indigenous team to qualify to Paraguay’s national soccer league.  A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3BhJ8Nj" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3BhJ8Nj</a>.

Una victoria en la cancha (A Victory on the Soccer Field) - Revisited

Dr. Magaly Blas trades the security of a city hospital job for a post in the Amazon, where she serves pregnant women who don't have access to modern healthcare. But when Magaly discovers that she, too, is pregnant, her work takes on a whole new level of meaning. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3Lz086z.

Dr. Magaly Blas trades the security of a city hospital job for a post in the Amazon, where she serves pregnant women who don't have access to modern healthcare. But when Magaly discovers that she, too, is pregnant, her work takes on a whole new level of meaning. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3Lz086z" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3Lz086z</a>.

Las mamás del río Amazonas (Mothers of the Amazon River) - Revisited

A group of indigenous women from Bolivia go to great heights to show the world that mountaineering is for everyone — including cholitas who wear their traditional skirts and shawls with pride. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/449EAWr.

A group of indigenous women from Bolivia go to great heights to show the world that mountaineering is for everyone — including cholitas who wear their traditional skirts and shawls with pride. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/449EAWr" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/449EAWr</a>.

Las cholitas de hoy (Cholitas of Today)

A young Mexican man discovers that he can use rap as a tool to help save his native language. But can he convince a new generation to love this new form of rap, too? A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3Al1v3e.

A young Mexican man discovers that he can use rap as a tool to help save his native language. But can he convince a new generation to love this new form of rap, too? A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3Al1v3e" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3Al1v3e</a>.

Rap originario (Indigenous Rap)

Rodrigo Pacheco worked in some of the world's best restaurants, but he never truly felt like the chef he aspired to be until he found himself far from the culinary scene on the Ecuadorian coast. That's where his quest to build a 100% sustainable restaurant began. A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/3KZGHEV.

Rodrigo Pacheco worked in some of the world's best restaurants, but he never truly felt like the chef he aspired to be until he found himself far from the culinary scene on the Ecuadorian coast. That's where his quest to build a 100% sustainable restaurant began. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="http://bit.ly/3KZGHEV" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/3KZGHEV</a>.

El paraíso del chef (The Chef’s Paradise)

In 2013, a Peruvian photographer visits his parents’ village and unexpectedly becomes dedicated to improving literacy in rural Peru.  A transcript of this episode is available at http://bit.ly/4385i17.

In 2013, a Peruvian photographer visits his parents’ village and unexpectedly becomes dedicated to improving literacy in rural Peru.  A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="http://bit.ly/4385i17" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/4385i17</a>.

El héroe de libros (The Book Hero)

The Duolingo Spanish Podcast is back with new episodes starting April 6, 2023. Listen to the trailer now!

The Duolingo Spanish Podcast is back with new episodes starting April 6, 2023. Listen to the trailer now!

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Ricardo Bordones and Carlos Cortés are caught in a huge storm and fear they may suffer the same fate as the passengers of the Vapor Itata. How much will they risk to find the sunken shipwreck? A transcript of this episode is available at podcast.duolingo.com.

Ricardo Bordones and Carlos Cortés are caught in a huge storm and fear they may suffer the same fate as the passengers of the Vapor Itata. How much will they risk to find the sunken shipwreck? A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="http://bit.ly/3XBQnZf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">podcast.duolingo.com</a>.

The Mystery of the Itata - El último viaje (The Final Voyage)

True stories for English speakers learning Spanish. From the makers of Duolingo, the most popular language-learning app, comes a new podcast that delivers fascinating real-life stories in easy-to-understand Spanish with English narration. These are not language lessons; they’re life lessons through language. Hosted by Martina Castro, co-founder of NPR’s Radio Ambulante.

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In 1973, 16-year-old Víctor Yáñez travels from his home in Chile to the former USSR to study agriculture. But when a military coup strikes at home, he's stranded in Communist Russia…for the rest of his life. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3KYKYX1.

In 1973, 16-year-old Víctor Yáñez travels from his home in Chile to the former USSR to study agriculture. But when a military coup strikes at home, he's stranded in Communist Russia…for the rest of his life. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3KYKYX1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3KYKYX1</a>.

Un exiliado en Rusia (An Exile in Russia)

When Sonia González was a child, her father was the center of her universe, always leading the family on adventures to different parts of Venezuela. But one day, all of that changed and Sonia and her siblings became the leaders of the most challenging adventure the family had faced yet. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3rppF9v. 

When Sonia González was a child, her father was the center of her universe, always leading the family on adventures to different parts of Venezuela. But one day, all of that changed and Sonia and her siblings became the leaders of the most challenging adventure the family had faced yet. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3rppF9v" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3rppF9v</a>.

Aventuras con mi padre

The mysterious mastermind assembles a band of thieves to rob a bank without firing any shots. For a year, the gang thinks through every single detail. But can they really trust one another to pull off such an elaborate scheme? A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/32Ld2vF.

The mysterious mastermind assembles a band of thieves to rob a bank without firing any shots. For a year, the gang thinks through every single detail. But can they really trust one another to pull off such an elaborate scheme? A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/32Ld2vF" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/32Ld2vF</a>.

Part 4: El plan (The Plan)

The robbers are forced to face the consequences of their crime, and find themselves up against potentially lengthy prison sentences. While the evidence against them is damning, they hope to make the case for leniency by arguing that they were unarmed. But the prosecutors intend to show they are not the non-violent folk heroes the media have made them out to be. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/344b0aJ.

The robbers are forced to face the consequences of their crime, and find themselves up against potentially lengthy prison sentences. While the evidence against them is damning, they hope to make the case for leniency by arguing that they were unarmed. But the prosecutors intend to show they are not the non-violent folk heroes the media have made them out to be. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/344b0aJ" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/344b0aJ</a>.

Part 6: El juicio (The Trial)

Eleven years ago, a young geologist named Sandra Jara became an unsung hero in the high-stakes race to rescue 33 trapped Chilean miners. Now, she’s telling her story. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3HhSYAh.

Eleven years ago, a young geologist named Sandra Jara became an unsung hero in the high-stakes race to rescue 33 trapped Chilean miners. Now, she’s telling her story. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3HhSYAh" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3HhSYAh</a>.

Buscando a los 33 (Finding the 33)

Yola grew up watching her grandfather make mezcal. When he died, she took up the mantle. But how would she transform her grandfather’s hobby into a mezcal for the masses? A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/344bPjP.

Yola grew up watching her grandfather make mezcal. When he died, she took up the mantle. But how would she transform her grandfather’s hobby into a mezcal for the masses? A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/344bPjP" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/344bPjP</a>.

La herencia del mezcal (The Mezcal Inheritance)

In 1970, in a country polarized by cold-war politics, Jorge Gómez organized an outdoor music festival. But what he expected to be a peaceful gathering turned into a life-defining moment that would become an enduring myth in his country. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3s8KogC.

In 1970, in a country polarized by cold-war politics, Jorge Gómez organized an outdoor music festival. But what he expected to be a peaceful gathering turned into a life-defining moment that would become an enduring myth in his country. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3s8KogC" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3s8KogC</a>.

El Woodstock chileno (Chilean Woodstock)

Cristian Gorbea had been running long-distance races for 20 years when he decided to enter his first ultramarathon. The race would begin at the base of a mountain in Argentina and last 24 hours — at least, in theory. For Cristian, the experience would last much longer, and test much more than his physical endurance. He’d test his faith, patience, and capacity to cede his fate to someone other than himself. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3AU1l2r.

Cristian Gorbea had been running long-distance races for 20 years when he decided to enter his first ultramarathon. The race would begin at the base of a mountain in Argentina and last 24 hours — at least, in theory. For Cristian, the experience would last much longer, and test much more than his physical endurance. He’d test his faith, patience, and capacity to cede his fate to someone other than himself. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3AU1l2r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3AU1l2r</a>.

El rescatado (The Rescued)

It took Vincenzo Bruno years to fully embrace his trans identity. But the moment he did, he became a fierce advocate for other LGBTIQ Costa Ricans, helping to launch a campaign that would end up altering the course of Costa Rican history. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3gcN9Il.

It took Vincenzo Bruno years to fully embrace his trans identity. But the moment he did, he became a fierce advocate for other LGBTIQ Costa Ricans, helping to launch a campaign that would end up altering the course of Costa Rican history. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3gcN9Il" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gcN9Il</a>.

La lucha por la identidad (The Fight for Identity)

In 1996, Luis von Ahn left Guatemala to study in the United States and never moved back. That's partly because of something that happened just before his departure, something that changed his life forever: the kidnapping of his aunt. Study materials and a transcript of this episode are available at https://bit.ly/3HoXtZW. 

In 1996, Luis von Ahn left Guatemala to study in the United States and never moved back. That's partly because of something that happened just before his departure, something that changed his life forever: the kidnapping of his aunt. Study materials and a transcript of this episode are available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3HoXtZW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3HoXtZW</a>.

El secuestro

A Bolivian biologist studies a lone frog named Romeo,, who's in danger of extinction — until she makes him a dating profile and starts an international fundraising campaign to find his Juliet and save the species. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3s5UXB9.

A Bolivian biologist studies a lone frog named Romeo,, who's in danger of extinction — until she makes him a dating profile and starts an international fundraising campaign to find his Juliet and save the species. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3s5UXB9" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3s5UXB9</a>.

Una rana llamada Romeo (A Frog Named Romeo)

Since he was a kid, Tito Vargas has dreamt of having his own coffee plantation. It’s a dream his parents tried very hard to dissuade him from pursuing because they knew first-hand the uncertainty and hardship of the coffee trade. But Tito persisted, and he too would learn of the ups and downs of life as a coffee farmer, until he found a solution that had been right under his nose that whole time.  A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3ufzl85.

Since he was a kid, Tito Vargas has dreamt of having his own coffee plantation. It’s a dream his parents tried very hard to dissuade him from pursuing because they knew first-hand the uncertainty and hardship of the coffee trade. But Tito persisted, and he too would learn of the ups and downs of life as a coffee farmer, until he found a solution that had been right under his nose that whole time.  A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3ufzl85" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3ufzl85</a>.

El Milagro del Café (The Coffee Miracle)

Roberto Herrscher was one of the many Argentinians who fought against Great Britain in the Falklands War in the 1980s. Decades later, Herrscher returns to the islands to confront his memories and ends up making an unlikely friend.  Study materials and a transcript of this episode are available at https://bit.ly/3uh4KqO.

Roberto Herrscher was one of the many Argentinians who fought against Great Britain in the Falklands War in the 1980s. Decades later, Herrscher returns to the islands to confront his memories and ends up making an unlikely friend. Study materials and a transcript of this episode are available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3uh4KqO" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3uh4KqO</a>.

Memorias y milanesas

A Spanish fashion designer works hard to give her autistic son every opportunity—then discovers that he has a special talent and makes him her business partner. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3Hu1ZpG.

A Spanish fashion designer works hard to give her autistic son every opportunity—then discovers that he has a special talent and makes him her business partner. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3Hu1ZpG" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3Hu1ZpG</a>.

Jaime, el artista (Jaime, The Artist)

After a fortuitous encounter in Taiwan, two Mexican friends decide to transform their national symbol into an ethical alternative for the fashion industry. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3s9934C.

After a fortuitous encounter in Taiwan, two Mexican friends decide to transform their national symbol into an ethical alternative for the fashion industry. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3s9934C" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3s9934C</a>.

El nopal es el nuevo cuero (Cactus is the New Leather)

Ana María grew up without a father. All she knew about him was his name, but when she set out to find him she discovered that even his name led her astray. Ana María’s endeavor to fill in the blanks her father left in her life story leads her to surprising places, as she learns startling details about her mother’s past and finds guidance where she least expects it. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3KZ2BWI.

Ana María grew up without a father. All she knew about him was his name, but when she set out to find him she discovered that even his name led her astray. Ana María’s endeavor to fill in the blanks her father left in her life story leads her to surprising places, as she learns startling details about her mother’s past and finds guidance where she least expects it. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3KZ2BWI" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3KZ2BWI</a>.

Mis dos papás (My Two Dads)

María Elizabeth Soto had never traveled to Asia before her office sent her on a three-week business trip to China. She wasn't prepared for the culture shock she'd face there. But the real surprise wouldn't come until she returned home to Chile. Study materials and a transcript of this episode are available at https://bit.ly/3LaRZnV.

María Elizabeth Soto had never traveled to Asia before her office sent her on a three-week business trip to China. She wasn't prepared for the culture shock she'd face there. But the real surprise wouldn't come until she returned home to Chile. Study materials and a transcript of this episode are available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3LaRZnV" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3LaRZnV</a>.

Una chilena en China

Eréndira Sánchez is a young skydiving apprentice in Mexico when a world-famous skydiver offers her a chance to train at his facility in the U.S. But after a tragic accident, Eréndira is forced to choose between a life of freedom in the sky or one of safety on the ground. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3LaQZ39.

Eréndira Sánchez is a young skydiving apprentice in Mexico when a world-famous skydiver offers her a chance to train at his facility in the U.S. But after a tragic accident, Eréndira is forced to choose between a life of freedom in the sky or one of safety on the ground. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3LaQZ39" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3LaQZ39</a>.

Estar en las nubes (Head in the Clouds)

Helen Brown

Actress Trinidad Piriz traveled to Berlin to study theater, hoping to fall in love and improve her quality of life. But six months later, she returned home having only accomplished one thing: to get scammed by a woman whose name would forever be etched in her memory — Helen Brown.  Study materials and a transcript of this episode are available at https://bit.ly/3gevkZu.

Actress Trinidad Piriz traveled to Berlin to study theater, hoping to fall in love and improve her quality of life. But six months later, she returned home having only accomplished one thing: to get scammed by a woman whose name would forever be etched in her memory — Helen Brown. Study materials and a transcript of this episode are available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3gevkZu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gevkZu</a>.

For 30 years, Ana Larriel struggled with her weight and her body image. Until she decided her body wasn't what needed to change. The cultural perspective she had grown up with was what needed changing. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3rg9zPl.

For 30 years, Ana Larriel struggled with her weight and her body image. Until she decided her body wasn't what needed to change. The cultural perspective she had grown up with was what needed changing. A transcript of this episode is available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3rg9zPl" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3rg9zPl</a>.

"Lo que puede un cuerpo" (“What the Body Can Do”)

The best podcast episodes on Startups. For anyone working in a startup, or anyone interested in the incredible stories behind how people built companies like Instagram, and Facebook. Offering both practical advice and insights, as well as the stories for how many of the biggest startups got to where they are today. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

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The best podcast episodes about true crime. For any thrill seeking podcast listeners who just can't get enough of the captivating stories of murderers and criminals. This topic has all the best episodes from many different true crime podcasts.  Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!