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Spanish Loops
Spain! Open arms country. Path of cultures, tradition, hospitality. When passion for this country is mentioned among tour guides, Fran and Jorge, they could be talking for hours and hours. Whether historical or modern; gastronomy or flamenco, fun facts or curiosities; anything you can imagine from top to toe, our loops cover those topics, including actual facts. We hope to bring a smile to your face, a thought to your curiosity and transmit how proud we are of being from where we belong. Hoop…
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S2, Ep: 43. Saint John of the Cross.
New episode of Spanish Loops! Today, we get into the life of Saint John of the Cross, born Juan de Yepes y Álvarez in 1542 in Fontiveros, Spain. From a humble…
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S2, Ep : 42. Tour de France vs La Vuelta a España
New program!! Today, we talk about the thrilling world of professional cycling with a detailed comparison of the Tour de France and La Vuelta a España! We…
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S2, Ep: 41. St John's Night's Festival.
In this new program of Spanish Loops, we plummet into the magical Night of Saint John, a beloved tradition in Spain marking the start of summer. This ancient…
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S2, Ep : 40. Spanish Iberian Ham.
New and exciting episode of Spanish Loos! This time, we're sinking into a true Spanish treasure: the Iberian Ham. Known for its unparalleled flavour and…
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S2, Ep : 39. Tordesillas. The treaty that changed the World.
New program on Spanish Loops! In our latest chapter, we talk about the Treaty of Tordesillas, a pivotal moment in world history. Signed in 1494, this treaty…
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S2, Ep : 38. Gambling in Spain
In this new program, we talk into the fascinating history of gambling in Spain. From its origins with the Romans, who introduced the first games of chance with…
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S2, Ep : 37. Spanish Mediterranean Riviera.
New journey with Spanish Loops! Yes, journey! This week, we hit the road!! Exploring the mesmerizing Mediterranean coast of Spain, starting from the French…
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S2, Ep : 36. Madrid and her Patron Saint.
As you all know by now, this chapter is the audio extracted from the same chapter we dared to release on Video!! (How cheeky!) In this audio from the clip…
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S2, Ep : 35. Getting married in Spain.
New Episode Alert! In this latest episode of Spanish Loops, we dive into the enchanting world of Spanish weddings! From traditional customs to modern…
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S2, Ep : 34. Today, El Cid. Myths and Legends.
Welcome to the latest chapter of the Spanish Loops podcast, where we talk about the life and legends of El Cid Campeador, Don Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar. From his…
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S2, Ep : 33. Royal Palaces in Spain. How many?
The majestic Royal Palaces in Spain stand as enduring symbols of history and royalty. With a rich heritage of architectural styles and centuries old stories…
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S2, Ep : 32. City Specials. Saint Jean de pie de port.
New program on Spanish Loops! Today, we embark on a journey to Saint Jean Pied de Port, a quaint town nestled in the heart of the Pyrenees, marking the…
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S2, Ep : 31. Spanish shoes around the world.
Latest Episode Alert! Let’s learn the fascinating world of Spanish footwear on our newest episode of Spanish Loops! From the cobblestone streets of Madrid to…
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S2, Ep : 30. Dreaming of Holidays.
A Glimpse into Francisco and Jorge's desired holidays. In this episode of Spanish Loops, we dive into the holiday dreams of our beloved introducers, Francisco…
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S2, Ep : 29. Easter and Relics in Spanish History.
New Episode Alert! S2, Ep: 29. Easter and Relics in Spanish History. Join us on Spanish Loops as we mention the fascinating world of relics and Easter…
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S2, Ep : 28. New Museum in Madrid. Royal Collections.
We are thrilled to announce a captivating new chapter of our podcast, Spanish Loops! Get ready to dive into the enchanting world of the Royal collections with…
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S2, Ep : 27. Pedro Almodovar, Movie Director.
This chapter of the Spanish Loops podcast is dedicated to the renowned movie director Pedro Almodóvar, and our hosts delve into the director's lasting impact…
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S2, Ep : 26. International Women's day
Join us in celebrating the strength, resilience, and achievements of women around the world on March 8th for International Women's Day. In this episode of…
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S2, Ep : 25. City Specials. Today, Cordoba!
New podcast! In the latest captivating chapter of Spanish Loops, Jorge and Fran delve deep into the rich heritage of Córdoba, Spain. A city steeped in history…
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S2 : Ep 24. Legacy of Spanish ceramics and tiles.
In this program, Fran and Jorge take you into a captivating journey through the history and global influence of Spanish ceramics and tiles. This episode…
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S2, Ep : 23. Charlemagne and Spain.
Hola Spanish Loopers! We are thrilled to present the latest chapter in our podcast series, diving into the enthralling connections between Charlemagne and…
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S2, Ep : 22. St Valentine's in Spain.
New program on Spanish Loops! In this episode, we share the celebration of Saint Valentine's Day in Spain. Join us as we discover the (young) tradition and…
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S2, Ep : 21. City Specials. Today... Valencia.
Hello, dear Loopers! We're thrilled to announce the release of a brand new chapter that is sure to captivate your hearts: Valencia, the jewel of the…
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S2, Ep : 20. Opera and Spain.
Welcome to this great chapter of the Spanish Loops podcast, where we explore the captivating world of Spanish opera singers who have left an indelible mark on…
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S2, Ep : 19. Who are we? (Part 2)
Much like last week’s episode about Francisco Glaria, this one is about Jorge’s twists and turns, creating a melody of memories. In this new episode of Spanish…
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S2, Ep : 18. Who are we? (Part 1)
Hola Chicos and welcome to this new chapter of Spanish Loops, where the narrative takes an intimate turn. In this episode, Jorge, one of our charismatic…
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S2, Ep : 17. City Special. Girona and her Splendor.
In this new chapter of this podcast, Jorge and Francisco embark on a fascinating journey through the city of Girona, nestled in the northeastern part of the…
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S2, Ep : 16. USA cities with Spanish names.
Let’s dive into the vibrant tapestry of the USA with the latest episode of Spanish Loops! This time, we're exploring the enchanting cities that bear the…
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S2, Ep : 15. It's Christmas time!!
New podcast. It’s Christmas time!! Tune in with our folks on a heart warming journey down memory lane in this chapter of the Spanish Loops podcast! In this…
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S2, Ep : 14. Granada! Another City Specials!
Embark with us on an enchanting odyssey through the heart of Granada, Spain, as we unveils the chapter dedicated to this captivating city. Explore the…
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S2, Ep : 13. We talk about Gibraltar!
S2, Ep : 13. We talk about Gibraltar! In this episode of the Spanish Loops podcast, you will be engaged to explore the historical and contemporary significance…
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S2, Ep : 12. Napoleon and French years in Spain
Let’s dive into history with the latest episode of Spanish Loops! This week, join us as we unravel the gripping tale of Napoleon's invasion of Spain. Immerse…
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S2, Ep : 11. Hemingway and Spain, a love affair.
New podcast! Spanish Loops proudly presents a new chapter devoted to the legendary Ernest Hemingway, a writer whose love affair with Spain is as profound as…
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S2, Ep : 10. City Specials, today León.
City Specials. Today León. Once, of the very important and big Legions from the Roman Empire, stablished in one of the most fertile areas of the Iberian…
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S 2, Ep : 9. Spanish Nobel prizes.
November is the month when the Nobel prizes are granted. In this episode, our friends share with you some Spanish born awarded personalities. Not so many in…
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S 2, Ep : 8. City Specials, today Biarritz, France
Why does Spanish Loops makes a chapter about a French city? Well, beautiful Biarritz is part of the former Basque Country or Kingdom of Navarra in the old…
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S, 2 EP : 7. Halloween is baaaack!!!
Another year, another Halloween!! In this fun episode, Jorge and Fran explains why that tradition is not as popular in Spain and why at some other places…
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S 2, ep : 6. Mental healthcare in Spain.
New chapter on Spanish Loops! In this episode, we're diving deep into Spain's approach to mental health care. Spain is considered to be in the top list of…
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S 2, ep : 5. The city of Burgos and The Americas.
The title of this episode might sound Greek to you. The importance of the new laws made in that city aimed to establish guidelines for the treatment of…
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Season 2, ep : 4. Basque and Spanish expats in the USA.
Many diasporas happened during Spanish history. In this chapter our friends focus into the Basque culture and Spanish influences in today's life in the States…
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Season 2, ep : 3.City Specials. Today Segovia.
An ancient city founded as such by the Romans and with so much history in the country before Spain became Spain. The Queen Isabel The Catholic was crowned…
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Season 2, ep : 2. Everything about the region of Catalonia
The capital of Catalonia is Barcelona. But Catalonia is much more than the city. Four provinces embracing a culture coming back from Centuries ago. In this…
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Ep : 100. Chapter 1 remastered. Remembering the beginning.
Before releasing Chapter ONE HUNDRED, Francisco and Jorge had the idea of remembering the baby steps in this waves`s world. A little bit of re-mastering on the…
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Ep : 99. Catherine Bakewell.
Welcome, dear listeners, to another great episode of Spanish Loops ! In this week's chapter, our hosts are honoured with the presence of a special guest who's…
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Ep : 98. The history of Catalonian separatism.
Based on public data and information released by the national and international media, our friends explains the facts that led a group of people to pretend the…
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Ep : 97. Vermut, that wonderful aperitif.
Besides wine and beer, probably the most common aperitif in Spain is vermouth. A fortified wine, not indigenous from Spain, but so popular that there is a…
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Ep : 96. Bullfights. Some people love them, many don't.
In this controversial chapter, our friends explains the origins and evolution of something that started 2 millenniums ago as a sport, and now is part of the…
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Ep : 95. Almost live!! Spain today, literally!
What is happening TODAY in Spain? In this "almost live" episode, our friends are sharing what is happening in this corner of the world with updated news in…
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Ep : 94. Saint James and The Camino. (The way)
July 25th was Saint James day. Spain is a secular country and most of the traditions comes from religious homage. Is a big day in Spain. Into the Catholic…
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Ep : 93. Part 3, Spanish Civil War. Aftermath.
In this final series chapter, our friends Fran and Jorge let us know how life evolved in Spain once the Civil war was over. WWII was rumbling on early stages…
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Ep : 91. Part 2, Spanish Civil war.
After last week´s episode, our friends teach us the developing of those three devastating years. Battle after battle, while population suffered tremendous…
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Ep : 90. Spanish Civil War, part 1.
Chapter 1 out of 3. Fran and Jorge inform us how this country was involved into a civil war. In this Prelude chapter, they introduce us into all aspects around…
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Ep : 89. World pandemics through history.
Mankind has faced along centuries several hard times regarding health. From the Black plague, Colera, Spanish Flu... About this last one, did you know it had…
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Ep : 88. Spanish fans, Abanicos.
Although the fans are not originated in Spain, they have become world famous for their designs, handiness, style, and the most important, they are considered…
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Ep : 87. 2 favourites trips from our hosts.
Fran and Jorge, Jorge and Fran. Them both want to share with you in this chapter their two favourite trips they did and made an impact in their lives. They…
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Ep : 86. Jewish heritage in Spain.
As a portion of land that hosted many cultures along history, Spain's today's legacy is so immense, no one can ignore the cultural and DNA print in our lives…
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Ep : 85. Holy Toledo!! City Special.
Toledo is one of the must places to visit in Spain. Due to the proximity to Madrid, barely one hour south, there are many visitors taking advantage to visit…
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Ep : 84. Four Universal Spanish painters.
Velazquez, Picasso, El Greco, Sorolla... Four different artists with their unique and different styles. They have left masterpieces recognized by experts of…
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Ep : 83. City Special. Today, Santiago de Compostela.
Our friends today are focused in the city that has something special. Santiago de Compostela is one of the most visited cities in the world, regarding…
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Ep : 82. Part 3 and last of Templars Order.
This chapter is about their legacy in Spain and how the still played a "hidden" role within their members. Not only in clues at famous places all over, but…