Podcasts and Conversations

We discuss the “epidemic of loneliness,” reflecting on how technology, work, and modern life affect our connections.

What happens when your “work mode,” “pub mode,” and “second-language self” collide? Rob and Lis uncover the emotional shifts and hidden challenges behind speaking another language. A candid look at fluency, culture, and the surprising ways languages transform who we are.

In this episode, Rob and Lis dive into the polarizing figure of former Colombian president Álvaro Uribe. They explore why his legacy divides Colombians so strongly, touching on security policies, the peace process, and recent legal controversies.

We discuss the “epidemic of loneliness,” reflecting on how technology, work, and modern life affect our connections.

Rob and Johanna explore the fascinating world of Spanish slang and its regional twists. From chévere to parce and botar vs. votar, they unpack how words change meaning across countries. A warm, insightful chat that helps learners sound more natural — and avoid hilarious misunderstandings.

In this episode of Spanish Obsessed, Rob and Johanna dive into one of Spanish learners’ biggest challenges — the difference between por and para. Through real examples and clear explanations, they explore how each preposition works when talking about time and opinions, helping listeners sound more natural in conversation.

Rob and Johanna dive into the tricky world of por and para, two of the most confusing words for Spanish learners. Through everyday examples like buses, Uber rides, and trips to the university, they show how Colombians actually use these prepositions. With humor and clarity, they turn a grammar headache into an engaging, easy-to-follow conversation

Rob and Lis share a very Colombian neighbourhood drama: a locked gate, angry neighbors, and suspicions of classism. Along the way, they unpack everyday Colombian expressions and cultural quirks around housing complexes and social “strata.”

Rob and Lis open up about their first year as parents of two, why recording became “almost impossible,” and how life in Colombia shapes their ideas of happiness. They dive into whether money really buys joy, recall student days living on 10,000 pesitos, and unpack the Colombian belief that family—not wealth—is the true key to feeling content.