Honestly, we all love Latin America, but we're not blind to the fact that many things simply don't work or could be better. Whether it's at the political or social level, Latin America has the potential to be a much more developed region.

But what is the cause behind all of it? Is it a problem of corruption or bad decisions? Could it even be... a cultural issue?

In this special DUAL NARRATOR episode and SEASON FINALE, two friends meet up to discuss how they would address the many issues that affect Latin America and, if possible, even fix the region forever.

Will they be able to find the root of the problem? Find out in the Season 5 finale of the Learn Spanish with Stories podcast!

Transcript of this episode is available at: https://podcast.lingomastery.com/listen/5462

Rock music has always been somewhat controversial in conservative societies, and Mexico (a highly religious and Catholic country) held great distrust and contempt towards this music which, according to some, was linked to the "Devil" and "bad behaviors".

But then Avándaro happened... an improvised festival which, unexpectedly, blew up and attracted 10x the crowds they had initially expected, and marked the beginning of a new age for rock music in Mexico. In fact, if you've ever listened to Mexican Rock (which we highly recommend, as they've produced some amazing bands), Avándaro could be cited as one of the greatest influences for its development across the decades.

But how did Avándaro cause rock music to be banned? Why did the government and press make up crazy stories that never actually occurred here? And how did it all end up in a literal earthquake? Find out in the latest episode of the Learn Spanish with Stories podcast, and enjoy! Rock on!

Transcript of this episode is available at: https://podcast.lingomastery.com/listen/5429

The internet has shaped every language it has come in contact with, and Spanish is no different. It doesn't help that Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, with 20 independent countries and one territory (Puerto Rico, if you're curious) speaking it in their own unique ways.

But why did this happen, and how have social media and video platforms helped accelerate this shift? And why on Earth do people who have never set foot in Mexico actually say "wey"?

Find out this and other life-changing questions in our latest episode of the Learn Spanish with Stories podcast - enjoy!

Transcript of this episode is available at: https://podcast.lingomastery.com/listen/5396