BECOMING BILINGUAL:
The Art of Speaking Spanish
This podcast is for parents dedicated to educating bilingual children and Spanish learners eager to speak the language. Are you a parent striving to raise bilingual children? Or are you learning Spanish and finding the path challenging, sometimes feeling overwhelmed and close to giving up? If you’re looking for motivation, practical learning tips, and inspiration to persevere on your bilingual journey, this podcast is for you!
Raising Bilingual Kids in Mexico: Living Between Two Cultures | with Katie Hornor – Ep. 36
What does it look like to raise bilingual kids while living in Mexico? In this episode, our guest is a speaker, business coach, author of the book The Flamingo Advantage: How to Leverage Unique, Stay Relevant and Change the World, the CEO of the National Christian...
What do beans have to do with Learning Spanish? – Ep. 35
What does learning Spanish have to do with cooking and eating beans? More than you might think! In this episode, I share a fun conversation with my Spanish teaching team about the different ways we eat frijoles across Latin America—and how it reminded me that there...
I am back! What is your Spanish plan? – Ep. 34
Welcome back to Becoming Bilingual: The Art of Speaking Spanish! In Episode 34, I share exciting life updates, including our family's recent move, homeschool conference season, and the launch of a brand-new podcast season. More importantly, we'll talk about one...
Why Your Teen Should Learn Spanish: A Mom’s Real Story of Courage, Regret, and Second Chances — with Malaika Wells
Is Spanish just another high school requirement… or a life skill your teen will one day wish they had mastered? In this episode, I’m joined by Malaika Wells — wife, mom, writer, and coach — as she shares her honest Spanish learning journey. From what first sparked...
Why Teens Quit Spanish—and How the Right Support Changes Everything with Priscila Salazar – Ep. 32
Many teens start Spanish excited—then feel stuck, overwhelmed, or convinced they’re “not good at languages.” In this episode, we talk honestly about why that happens and how parents can help their teens move forward with confidence. I’m joined by Sra. Priscila...
Do teachers and Spanish Lessons Still Matter? (What AI Can’t Replace) – Ep. 31
With AI translation tools and more advanced technology on the rise, you may be wondering: Do human-taught Spanish lessons still matter? In this episode, I open up about a tough season—wrestling with doubt, facing online hate, and questioning whether my work as a...
How to Raise Bilingual Children with Charlotte Mason Education — with Johanna Pérez Ray Ep. 30
What does it really take to raise bilingual children—especially when you’re homeschooling and want to build fluency with purpose, not pressure? In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Johanna Pérez Ray — a Chilean-born homeschool mom, professional translator,...
How Culture Builds Confident Spanish Speakers – With Daniela Perez – Ep. 29
In this episode, I’m joined by bilingual educator and founder of EXPLORA Spanish Magazine, Daniela Perez, to explore how culture can be a powerful tool for helping children truly connect with the Spanish language and culture. Daniela shares her story growing up in...
Learning Spanish, Self-Directed Learning & Unschool Adventures | A Conversation with Blake Boles + Sneak Peek at Valencia 2026 – Ep. 28
I had the pleasure of speaking with Blake Boles—founder of Unschool Adventures and author of College Without High School, Better Than College, The Art of Self-Directed Learning, and Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids to School? Blake brings a wealth of knowledge and...
Celebrating Navidad Around the Spanish-Speaking World (Plus Our New Holiday Unit!) – Ep. 27
After a tough month of sickness in our home, I’m back with a quick update and exciting news. We just released our very first Spanish Christmas Unit —perfect for breaking up your homeschool, co-op, or classroom routine during the holidays. It includes video lessons,...
The Science of Spanish Practice: Motivation, Rewards & Your FREE 21-Day Toolkit – Ep. 26
In this episode, we talk about the real reason Spanish practice is hard to stay consistent with — even when we’re committed and excited. We break down the science of motivation, the right way to use rewards without killing intrinsic motivation, and how to build a...
This is for you, Abuela!: Lessons from My Son’s First Marathon – Ep. 25
When my son ran his first marathon, I thought I was just going to cheer him on. Instead, I walked away with four powerful lessons that deeply impacted how I see parenting, homeschooling, and even teaching Spanish. In this emotional and inspiring episode, I share: Why...