Learn Spanish and Go

Jim is a self-described gringo with a love of adventure. May is a Mexican Spanish teacher. Together they host Learn Spanish and Go, a show that weaves language instruction into travel stories, cultural conversations, and interviews with native speakers from across Latin America. With over 618 episodes and a 4.8 star rating from 332 reviews, they have built one of the most consistently active Spanish learning podcasts around. The show targets intermediate to advanced learners and operates primarily in Spanish, with enough context and occasional English explanations that you can follow along even when the vocabulary gets challenging. What makes it stand out from pure instructional podcasts is the travel and culture angle. Episodes might explore a specific region of Mexico, discuss cultural differences between Latin American countries, or feature conversations with locals that give you exposure to different accents and regional expressions. That variety is hard to replicate in a classroom. Jim and May have a natural rapport that makes the show easy to listen to over long stretches. Weekly episodes typically run 20 to 30 minutes, and subscribers can access interactive transcripts, quizzes, and detailed English breakdowns of each episode. The free version alone provides substantial listening practice, but the supplementary materials turn casual listening into active study. For learners who want their Spanish practice to feel like an exploration of Latin American culture rather than a language drill, this show hits the mark.