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| E82 Douglas Hegdahl - el Héroe Olvidado de Vietnam de Norte | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:27:54 | |
During the Vietnam War, a young American sailor accidentally fell overboard from his ship in the Gulf of Tonkin and drifted into enemy hands. Captured by North Vietnamese forces, he was thrown into one of North Vietnam's most notorious prison camps: the infamous Hỏa Lò Prison—better known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton"—where torture, isolation, and relentless interrogations were a way of life. Outnumbered, tortured, and with no hope of escape, he made an extraordinary decision: he pretended to be an illiterate, simple-minded farm boy who was too simple to possess any valuable military knowledge. The deception worked. Believing he was harmless, the guards gave him unusual freedom to perform chores around the prison. What they never realized was that the "fool" was quietly watching, listening, and remembering everything. Guided by a simple memory technique based on the children's song Old MacDonald Had a Farm, Hegdahl memorized the names, ranks, service branches, and capture details of 256 American prisoners of war—many of whom were officially listed as missing in action (MIA). When North Vietnam unexpectedly selected him for early release as a propaganda gesture, he initially refused to leave, honoring the POWs' code of conduct. Only after receiving a direct order from senior officers did he agree to go home. He returned to the United States carrying no secret documents or photographs—only an extraordinary memory that would prove hundreds of American servicemen were still alive and help change their fate forever. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E81 La Fuga de Alcatraz | 25 Jun 2026 | 00:37:48 | |
On June 11, 1962, inmates Frank Morris and brothers John and Clarence Anglin staged an ingenious breakout from Alcatraz. The trio famously placed plaster and paint dummy heads in their beds, crawled through ventilation ducts, and used a makeshift raft to paddle into the frigid, fast-moving waters of San Francisco Bay. Their ultimate fate remains one of history’s greatest unsolved mysteries: The Escape Plan
The daring 1962 operation is widely considered the cleverest escape attempt in the prison's 30-year history. Less than a year later, in March 1963, the federal prison on Alcatraz Island was permanently closed due to the astronomical costs of operating and maintaining the facility.
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| E80 La Operación Chavín de Huántar | 02 Jun 2026 | 00:34:20 | |
On December 17, 1996, 14 heavily armed MRTA militants stormed a diplomatic reception at the Japanese ambassador's residence in the San Isidro district of Lima, Peru. They initially took hundreds of captives. Over four months, the rebels gradually released most hostages but retained 72 high-ranking diplomats, military officials, and politicians. The guerrillas demanded the release of jailed MRTA comrades, which the government vehemently refused. While negotiators stalled, military engineers secretly dug a network of underground tunnels beneath the embassy floorboards directly to the residence. On the afternoon of April 22, 1997, 148 Peruvian special forces commandos raided the compound. They used explosives to breach the floor and walls, launching the rescue in broad daylight. All 14 MRTA rebels were killed, alongside one hostage (Supreme Court Justice Carlos Giusti) and two Peruvian commandos. It remains one of the most daring and celebrated hostage rescue missions in modern military history. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E79 Atrapados en la Obscuridad - El Incendio de Utopia | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:23:52 | |
On July 20, 2002, a catastrophic fire occurred at the Utopía discotheque in Lima, Peru, resulting in the deaths of 29 people and injuring dozens more. The tragedy is remembered as one of the most significant safety failures in recent Peruvian history. Cause of the Fire: The blaze began around 3:15 a.m. during a "Zoo" themed party. A bartender performing a fire-juggling or fire-eating act inadvertently ignited the ceiling's acoustic foam. The nightclub was operating without a license and lacked basic safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, alarms, and sprinklers. While the venue was designed for approximately 450 people, an estimated 1,000 patrons were inside at the time of the fire. Many guests initially believed the flames were part of the show. When the lights went out, a stampede occurred toward poorly marked or locked emergency exits. As part of the theme, live animals from a circus—including a lion and a Bengal tiger—were inside the club; both animals died from smoke inhalation. Most of the victims were young adults, many from prominent local families, who died from asphyxiation. The tragedy led to significant legal battles and a complete overhaul of safety regulations for entertainment establishments in Peru. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E78 El Oro Negro de Venezuela: Riqueza, Poder y Colapso | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:26:05 | |
Venezuela has the largest proven oil reserves in the world, exceeding those of Saudi Arabia. In the 1970s, the country was extremely wealthy because of its oil industry and was often called “Saudi Venezuela.” After the oil industry was nationalized in 1976, the state company PDVSA, Petróleos de Venezuela, Sociedad Anónima, became one of the most powerful energy corporations in the world. However, political decisions in the early 2000s dramatically changed the industry. During a major political conflict in 2002, President Hugo Chávez dismissed thousands of experienced engineers, geologists, and managers from PDVSA. These experts were responsible for maintaining and operating a complex oil system, especially because Venezuelan crude is very heavy and difficult to refine. Over time, lack of investment, poor management, and deteriorating infrastructure caused oil production to collapse. Production fell from about 3.7 million barrels per day to a small fraction of that amount. Refineries stopped working properly, pipelines deteriorated, and the country eventually faced severe gasoline shortages. The result was a historical paradox: the nation with the world's largest oil reserves began struggling to produce sufficient gasoline for its own people. Venezuela’s story illustrates a powerful lesson — natural resources alone do not guarantee prosperity. Strong institutions, expertise, and responsible governance are essential to transform natural wealth into long-term national prosperity. Sources: https://www.economies.com/commodities/oil-news/why-venezuelas-vast-oil-wealth-failed-to-prevent-its-collapse-48081 https://carnegieendowment.org/russia-eurasia/politika/2026/01/venezuela-oil-perspectives https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/us-oil-refiners-win-chinese-rivals-lose-trumps-venezuela-strike-2026-01-04/ https://www.eia.gov/international/content/analysis/countries_long/Venezuela/ Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E77 Las Islas Malvinas: Guerra y Solidaridad | 28 Feb 2026 | 00:28:56 | |
The Falkland Islands War (April 2–June 14, 1982) was a 74-day undeclared conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom over sovereignty of the South Atlantic islands. Following Argentina's invasion on April 2, a British task force reclaimed the territory, resulting in 649 Argentine and 255 British military deaths. Argentina (referring to them as Islas Malvinas) claimed the islands, while Britain had maintained control since 1833. Argentina invaded on April 2, 1982. The UK, led by Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, dispatched a naval task force on April 5, 1982. The war lasted for 74 days, with intense fighting in the air, at sea, and on land. During the 1982 Falklands War, Peru provided significant, covert military support to Argentina, acting as its most active regional ally. President Fernando Belaúnde offered total support, supplying 10 Mirage M-5P fighter-bombers, along with ammunition, missiles, and long-range fuel tanks. Peruvian personnel also helped train Argentine forces on war planes. Peru tried to act as a mediator early in the conflict, but after the sinking of the ARA General Belgrano, it moved to active support. The support was driven by strong "Latin American solidarity" sentiment. The war ended with the surrender of Argentine forces on June 14, 1982, returning the islands to British control. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E76 La Tragica Historia de Omayra Sanchez | 14 Nov 2025 | 00:28:20 | |
Omayra Sánchez was a 13-year-old girl who was tragically trapped for almost three days under the debris of her home after the 1985 eruption of the Nevado del Ruiz volcano in Colombia. Despite rescue efforts and media coverage, her legs were hopelessly pinned, and rescue workers could not reach her with the necessary equipment to free her without amputating her legs. After approximately 60 hours, she died from complications, likely a heart attack, gangrene, or hypothermia. Her story became a global symbol of the disaster and the failures in the official response, and a photo of her by Frank Fournier won the World Press Photo of the Year in 1986. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E75 Mamíferos Marinos en Cautiverio: Entre la Conservación y la Controversia. | 22 Aug 2025 | 00:31:48 | |
The captivity of marine mammals such as orcas, dolphins, sea lions, and belugas has been the subject of intense debate in recent decades. Although initially justified on the grounds of education, conservation, and entertainment, multiple scientific studies have demonstrated that confining these species generates profound negative consequences. These effects are not limited to the individual well-being of the animals but also impact ecology, the health of ecosystems, and the ethical perception of our relationship with nature. The movie “Free Willy,” which premiered on July 16, 1993, brought this issue to the public's attention, transforming a fictional story into a global call to question the legitimacy of captivity. Its protagonist, the orca Keiko, went from movie star to living symbol of the fight for freedom, awakening a collective consciousness that still fuels the debate about respect and dignity for marine life. The public demanded Keiko's actual release, as it was contradictory that the “star” of a film about freedom should remain in captivity. On July 11, 2002, Keiko was officially released off the coast of Iceland, in the same place where he had been captured 23 years earlier, becoming the first—and only—captive orca to return to its natural habitat.
In captivity, tanks represent only a tiny fraction of their natural habitat. Restricted space, lack of environmental stimuli, and forced separation of social structures generate chronic stress and psychological disorders in captive marine mammals. Captivity imposes a series of unnatural conditions that impact the health of marine mammals, such as confinement in chemically treated water can cause skin problems. Instead of hunting, they are fed dead fish and vitamin supplements, which do not satisfy their natural stimulation needs.
And in cases where animals cannot survive in the wild due to serious injuries or human dependency, captivity offers a permanent shelter, safe and stable. Keiko's legacy reminds us that freedom cannot be replicated in a tank and that, if we truly wish to conserve these species, we must do so in the only setting capable of sustaining them: the open sea. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E74 La Santa Inquisición en la Nueva España - El Horror de la Hoguera | 16 Jul 2025 | 00:31:15 | |
The Holy Inquisition was established in 1478 in Spain and later expanded to its colonies, including New Spain in the Americas under the protection of the Spanish Crown and the Catholic Church . Its primary goal was to enforce religious conformity and combat heresy, and it exercised strong ideological and religious control for almost 300 years. In its quest to preserve Catholic orthodoxy, it persecuted and punished hundreds of people, particularly among those who had converted to Christianity from other faiths, and accused them of committing alleged crimes against the faith, many of them without solid evidence or guarantees of justice. The legacy of the Inquisition remains as a reminder of the dangers of religious fanaticism and the abuse of power in the name of faith. Its story serves as a warning of the importance of always defending pluralism, human rights, and freedom of conscience without fear of persecution.
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| E73 El Tren de Hierro, Un Monstruo en Fuga | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:30:52 | |
On May 12, 1989, at 7:36 a.m., a freight train from the Southern Pacific, transporting trona, lost control while descending Cajon Pass, derailed catastrophically on an elevated curve, and plowed into a residential area on Duffy Street, a quiet residential street in San Bernardino, California. The accident was devastating; the lead locomotives and all freight cars were destroyed. The conductor, head-end brakeman, and two residents lost their lives in the incident. In addition, seven houses on the street immediately next to the tracks were demolished by the wreck, as were the lead locomotives and all of the freight cars. Clerks in Mojave had miscalculated the weight of the train, while the engineer and crew were unaware that one of the rear helper engines had inoperative dynamic brakes. Hence, there was not enough dynamic braking force available to maintain control of the train's speed during the descent.
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| E72 El Condor Pasa | 08 May 2025 | 00:35:02 | |
The California Condor, an awe-inspiring bird, holds a unique place in both ecological and cultural spheres. Its story of survival against formidable odds is a testament to the resilience and efforts of conservationists worldwide. In the 1980s, the California Condor was perilously near extinction, with only 22 birds remaining in the wild. This dire situation prompted urgent action from conservation groups, who took the bold step of capturing the remaining birds and placing them in captivity to protect the species from disappearing forever. The decision to bring the condors into captivity sparked a meticulously planned reproduction program that, against all odds, proved to be overwhelmingly successful. Today, the population of California Condors has increased to around 560 individuals. Remarkably, there are now more condors flying freely in the skies of California, Arizona, Utah, and Baja California in Mexico than those housed in captivity. This milestone is a significant achievement, showcasing the determination and dedication of conservationists to restore this magnificent bird to its natural habitat. The California Condor plays a crucial role in its ecosystem. As scavengers, they help maintain the ecological balance by consuming carrion, which, if left unchecked, can spread diseases and disrupt the environment. These birds, with their impressive wingspans and keen eyesight, are adept at locating animal carcasses from great distances, ensuring the natural recycling of organic matter. Their presence signifies a healthy and functioning ecosystem, making their conservation critical to maintaining biodiversity. Beyond their ecological importance, condors hold profound cultural significance for many Indigenous peoples of the western United States and South America. These majestic birds are revered in various tribal traditions and spiritual beliefs, symbolizing freedom, power, and wisdom. The condor’s soaring flight is often seen as a connection between the earthly realm and the spiritual world, embodying the harmony between nature and humanity. One of the most poignant cultural representations of the condor’s significance is the melody "El Condor Pasa," composed in 1913 by Peruvian musician Daniel Alomía Robles. This evocative song was crafted to represent the suffering and resilience of the oppressed Indigenous people of Peru. "El Condor Pasa" has transcended its origins, becoming a symbol of cultural identity and the second anthem of Peru. Its haunting melody and powerful themes resonate deeply with listeners, reflecting the enduring spirit of the condor and the people it represents. In conclusion, the California Condor’s importance extends far beyond its physical presence. It symbolizes triumph, an ecological cornerstone, and a cultural icon. As we celebrate the success of the conservation programs that have brought these birds back from the edge of extinction, we must remain vigilant in our efforts to protect and preserve the condor and the natural world. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E71 El Desastre de la Presa de St. Francis | 27 Mar 2025 | 00:30:35 | |
The St. Francis Dam, or the San Francisquito Dam, was a concrete gravity dam located in San Francisquito Canyon in northern Los Angeles County, California, United States, that was built between 1924 and 1926. The dam failed catastrophically in 1928, killing at least 431 people in the subsequent flood, in what is considered to have been one of the worst American civil engineering disasters of the 20th century and the third-greatest loss of life in California history. The dam was built to serve the growing water needs of the city of Los Angeles, creating a large regulating and storage reservoir that was an integral part of the Los Angeles Aqueduct. It was located in San Francisquito Canyon, about 40 miles (64 km) northwest of downtown Los Angeles. However, a defective soil foundation and design flaws led to the dam's collapse just two years after its completion. Its failure ended the career of William Mulholland, the general manager and chief engineer of the Bureau of Water Works and Supply (now the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power) Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E70 El Incendio de Pacific Palisades | 06 Mar 2025 | 00:28:57 | |
January 2025 will forever be etched in the memories of Los Angeles residents due to the devastating fires that swept through Palisades and Eaton. These tragic events not only caused significant loss of life and property but also highlighted the vulnerability of urban areas to wildfires in an era of changing climate. The dawn of 2025 was marred by a series of devastating wildfires that swept through Los Angeles, leaving a trail of destruction and despair. The Palisades and Eaton fires, which ignited in early January, wreaked havoc on the communities and landscapes of Southern California, marking a tragic chapter in the region's history. It started in the rugged terrain of the Santa Monica Mountains, spurred by dry conditions and unseasonably high winds. Within hours, the fire had spread uncontrollably, engulfing neighborhoods and forcing thousands to evacuate. The fires left a lasting scar on the environment, with vast areas of greenery reduced to ash. The loss of vegetation increased the risk of landslides and erosion, posing further threats to the affected areas. Wildlife habitats were destroyed, displacing countless animals and disrupting local ecosystems. The environmental impact of the Palisades fire was severe. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E69 La Reina de los Fantasmas | 09 Feb 2025 | 00:29:36 | |
The R.M.S. Queen Mary spent three decades transporting the rich and famous across the Atlantic before retiring in 1967. She survived the Great Depression and World War II and managed to avoid the tragic fate of her cousin, Titanic. But under the glitz and glamour, this haunted ship is hiding several dark secrets. She offered all the finest amenities: exquisite dining rooms, swimming pools, daily radio broadcasts, a kennel for the passengers’ dogs, a children’s nursery — even a hospital. And she was fast. Boasting a top speed of 32 knots, she could travel from England to New York in four days. At the outbreak of World War II, the famed ocean liner became a military transport ship, hauling between 5,000 and 15,000 soldiers across the world. And that’s when things took a dark turn. At least 47 people died aboard the Queen Mary during her time at sea. The ship is reportedly haunted by over 100 spirits, and paranormal activity is so frequent and intense that some members of the crew refuse to go inside. This haunted ship holds as much evil as it does hope now. Marred by war, neither time nor renovation can bury the dark secrets of the R.M.S. Queen Mary. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E68 Parte II: Soy el Viajero por el Mundo | 18 Aug 2024 | 00:37:53 | |
This is part 2 of the summer 2024 trip. Be sure to listen to the 1st part first. Traveling is not only a pleasure but almost a human necessity, traveling not only offers you the opportunity to see incredible places and meet interesting people, but it brings many benefits to your mental health, emotional state, your family relationship, and your personal growth. People generally live every moment of life, from one day to the next in a hurry, with many chores, jobs, and tasks, without taking their eyes off the clock. And we wonder where the time has gone and why we haven't done something more with our day... with our life. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E67 Parte I: Soy el Viajero por el Mundo | 16 Aug 2024 | 00:36:32 | |
To broaden your horizons, get to know other cultures, learn new things, and enjoy life to its fullest, it is necessary to travel at least once in your life. Traveling is not only a pleasure but almost a human necessity, traveling not only offers you the opportunity to see incredible places and meet interesting people, but it brings many benefits to your mental health, emotional state, your family relationship, and your personal growth. People generally live every moment of life, from one day to the next in a hurry, with many chores, jobs, and tasks, without taking their eyes off the clock. And we wonder where the time has gone and why we haven't done something more with our day... with our life. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E66 D-Day, La Batalla de Normandía | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:34:54 | |
On June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, entered history when landings on the beaches of Normandy in northern France brought together the land, air, and sea forces of the Allied armies and opened a new European front against the troops of the Third Reich during the Second World War. It was the largest and most dramatic military operation in history, which marked the beginning of the Battle of Normandy, the liberation of France, and the rest of German-occupied Western Europe, and marked the end of the Second World War. The Normandy invasion was one of the great turning points of twentieth-century history. and often referred to as D-Day, became known as the largest amphibious invasion in military history. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E65 Sta Helena, La Dama de las Montañas | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:30:54 | |
At 8:32 a.m. PDT on May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens, a volcanic peak in southwestern Washington, suffered a massive eruption, killing 57 people and devastating some 210 square miles of wilderness. Mount St. Helens is located in the Cascade Range and stood 9,680 feet before its eruption. The volcano has erupted periodically during the last 4,500 years, and the last active period was between 1831 and 1857. On March 20, 1980, noticeable volcanic activity began with a series of earth tremors. Small eruptions continued daily, and in April people familiar with the mountain noticed changes to the structure of its north face. The bulge was caused by an intrusion of magma below the surface, and authorities began evacuating hundreds of people from the sparsely settled area near the mountain. A few people refused to leave. On the morning of May 18, Mount St. Helens was shaken by an earthquake of about 5.0 magnitude, and the entire north side of the summit began to slide down the mountain. The giant landslide of rock and ice, one of the largest recorded in history, was followed and overtaken by an enormous explosion of steam and volcanic gases, which surged northward along the ground at high speed. Approximately 10 million trees were felled by the blast. The Mount St. Helens major eruption of May 18, 1980, remains the deadliest and most economically destructive volcanic event in U.S. history. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E64 El Castillo del Desierto | 03 May 2024 | 00:31:47 | |
Legend has it that Death Valley Scotty built his castle on top of his secret gold mine that funded this lavish house. But the true story is even more improbable and interesting! Convinced to invest in Scotty's mine, Mr. Johnson gave thousands of dollars to Scotty over the next several years. Unfortunately, Scotty never delivered the gold. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E63 North Hollywood Shootout 1997 | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:27:51 | |
The 1997 North Hollywood shootout, also known as the Battle of North Hollywood, was a confrontation between two heavily armed and armored bank robbers, Larry Phillips Jr. and Emil Mătăsăreanu, and police officers in the North Hollywood district of Los Angeles on February 28, 1997. Both robbers were killed, twelve police officers and eight civilians were injured, and numerous vehicles and other property were damaged or destroyed by the nearly 2,000 rounds of ammunition fired by the robbers and police. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E62 Tláloc: El Señor de las Tormentas | 25 Feb 2024 | 00:29:31 | |
During February 2024, the latest storm brought 1.99 inches of rain to Southern California so far, bringing this month’s total rainfall to 12.56 inches. Tlaloc, the god of rain, water, and earthly fertility, is one of the most ancient deities in all Mesoamerica. The Aztecs believed that if sacrifices were not supplied for Tlaloc, rain would not come, their crops would not flourish, and so, human sacrifices were performed...child sacrifices. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E60 Un Sábado por la Mañana | 17 Jan 2024 | 00:24:41 | |
On this rainy Saturday morning, I received a phone call from you, we will chat casually while I prepare my morning coffee and tell you about my plans for today and the many things I like to do. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E61 La Dalia Negra | 16 Jan 2024 | 00:28:12 | |
Close to 80 years ago, a horrific murder scene, in the quiet neighborhood would shock the neighbors, puzzle the police, and forever stain the pages of the history of United States crime books. Elizabeth Short, known posthumously as the Black Dahlia, was an American woman found murdered in the Leimert Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, on January 15, 1947, her body was cut in half and severely mutilated and her killer was never found. Although there are many theories and multiple suspects, this case is considered the oldest cold case in California. This is her story... Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E59 Reflexion de Fin de Año 2023 | 28 Dec 2023 | 00:16:31 | |
Taking time to reflect on the past and think about what you want in the new year is essential for many reasons. First, it allows you to gain perspective on your life and identify areas where you want to make changes or improvements. Looking back on your experiences and achievements, you can better understand what works for you and doesn't and use that information to guide your decisions. Reflection also helps you set more meaningful and achievable goals. By considering what you have accomplished in the past and what you still want to achieve, you can create a roadmap for the future that aligns with your values and priorities. This can help you stay focused and motivated as you work towards your goals. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E58 Parque Nacional III - Joshua, El Señor de los Desiertos | 20 Dec 2023 | 00:27:28 | |
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| E54 Zoot Suit Riots | 11 Dec 2023 | 00:26:20 | |
Zoot Suit Riots, a series of conflicts that occurred in June 1943 in Los Angeles between U.S. servicemen and Mexican American youths, the latter of whom wore outfits called zoot suits. The zoot suit consisted of a broad-shouldered drape jacket, balloon-leg trousers, and, sometimes, a flamboyant hat. Mexican and Mexican-American youths who wore these outfits were called zoot-suiters. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E57 Halloween Special III: Halloween the movie | 03 Nov 2023 | 00:21:11 | |
The following episode includes graphic content that may not be suitable for some audiences. Listener discretion is advised. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E56 Halloween Special II: Friday the 13th | 27 Oct 2023 | 00:28:54 | |
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| E55 Halloween Special I: Texas Chainsaw Massacre | 24 Oct 2023 | 00:25:58 | |
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| E53 La Fuerza Unida, Parte II: Dolores Huerta | 26 Sep 2023 | 00:27:05 | |
Before you start on this second part, please listen to E52, part I: Cesar Chavez Born on April 10, 1930 in Dawson, New Mexico, Huerta was the second of three children of Alicia and Juan Fernandez, a farm worker and miner who became a state legislator in 1938. Her parents divorced when Huerta was three years old, and her mother moved to Stockton, California with her children. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E52 La Fuerza Unida, Parte I: Cesar Chavez | 23 Sep 2023 | 00:29:43 | |
Cesar Chavez (March 31, 1927 – April 23, 1993) was an American labor leader and civil rights activist. Along with Dolores Huerta, he co-founded the National Farm Workers Association (NFWA), later to become the United Farm Workers (UFW) labor union. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E51 Proteo, El héroe de México | 09 Apr 2023 | 00:31:24 | |
On February 6, 2023, at 04:17, local time, a 7.8 earthquake struck southern and central Turkey and northern and western Syria. making it the largest in Turkey since the 1939 Erzincan earthquake of the same magnitude, and jointly the second-strongest recorded in the history of the country, after the 1668 North Anatolia earthquake. The confirmed death toll stood at 57,658: 50,399 in Turkey, and 7,259 in Syria. A plane with 16 dogs on board took off from Mexico City earlier on Tuesday. Mexico, which is prone to earthquakes, has highly specialized civilian and military teams which are often deployed to help when disasters strike. The dogs won the hearts of Mexicans during the country's 2017 quake when they saved several lives. The dogs are trained to sniff out humans and alert their handlers by barking and scratching the ground where the smell is strongest. While it was first believed that Proteo died in a building collapse during a rescue, his trainer, Carlos Villeda Maquez, explained that other factors were responsible for the dog’s death. The conditions – including the brutally cold temperatures — were very harsh for the almost 10- year-old Proteo. His body was transported back to Mexico where he will be laid to rest as a hero. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E50 Fort Ord - Un lugar Abandonado | 13 Feb 2023 | 00:25:02 | |
Fort Ord is a former United States Army post on Monterey Bay on the Pacific Ocean coast in California. In its prime, Fort Ord was once one the most coveted military training grounds in the U.S. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E49 El Día de los Reyes Magos | 22 Jan 2023 | 00:24:05 | |
The día de Los Reyes is better known as the feast of Epiphany in English. While children in everywhere received their presents on Christmas day, those living in México and other Latin-American countries are still waiting for January 6th. Why? Because it is the day when the 3 wise men from the Orient will arrive and bring their presents to baby Jesus, or at least that’s how the story goes. Inside the bread, or Rosca is a plastic little doll (about one inch long) representing baby Jesus. Whoever gets the doll in their slice has to cook tamales on February 2nd. Also called Candelaria Day. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E48 Fin de Año 2022 | 31 Dec 2022 | 00:24:37 | |
As we approach the end of another year it is important to reflect on the experiences that one has lived, it is important to analyze the success you obtained and your failures, it is also important to make plans, and set goals to achieve new purposes, you have to put energy into things that are worthwhile, dedicate time to yourself and the people you love in life. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E47 La Vida Incompleta de John Lennon | 09 Dec 2022 | 00:31:00 | |
On the evening of 8 December 1980, English musician John Lennon, formerly of the Beatles, was shot and fatally wounded by an obsessed fan outside of the Dakota, his residence in New York City. John Lennon and Yoko Ono returned to the Dakota Apartments at approximately 10:50 p.m. John Lennon was declared dead one hour later in the Roosevelt Hospital in New York. He was 40 years old. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E46 La Vida Incompleta de JFK | 23 Nov 2022 | 00:26:47 | |
John Fitzgerald Kennedy (May 29, 1917 – November 22, 1963), often referred to by his initials JFK and the nickname Jack, was an American politician who served as the 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination near the end of his third year in office. Kennedy was the youngest person to assume the presidency by election. He was also the youngest president at the end of his tenure. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E45 Halloween Special III: Los Espectros de Gettysburg | 29 Oct 2022 | 00:20:08 | |
During the month of October, during the Halloween season, I have put together a series of the most terrifying and creepy real-life ghost stories, where you will hear about the unexplained paranormal and supernatural occurrences that have stained the pages of the history of the United States. This is the last story Gettysburg was the site where Confederate and Union armies clashed on July 1, 1863. The battle was a three-day bloodbath that would change American history forever. When the cannon smoke cleared, the Union soldiers had won, but nearly 5,000 horses and 50,000 men lay dead or dying. Many of the Confederate soldiers never received a proper burial. Now, more the 14 decades later, these unsettled spirits may still linger in Gettysburg! Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E44 Halloween Special II: La Casa de Terror de Amityville | 22 Oct 2022 | 00:18:27 | |
During the month of October, during the Halloween season, I have put together a series of the most terrifying and creepy real-life ghost stories, where you will hear about the unexplained paranormal and supernatural occurrences that have stained the pages of the history of the United States. Though DeFeo's grisly crimes were all too real, is it possible that he was actually under the control of evil spirits that inhabited the house and haunted the Lutz family that moved in soon after? Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E43 Halloween Special I: Las Brujas de Salem | 14 Oct 2022 | 00:27:31 | |
During the month of October, during the Halloween season, I have put together a series of the most terrifying and creepy real-life ghost stories, where you will hear about the unexplained paranormal and supernatural occurrences that have stained the pages of the history of the United States. This is the first story.
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| E42 Northridge 1994 | 10 Sep 2022 | 00:28:43 | |
The 1994 Northridge earthquake that struck the densely populated San Fernando Valley in southern California, U.S., on January 17, 1994, was the third major earthquake to occur in the state in 23 years and was the state’s most destructive one since the San Francisco earthquake of 1906 and the costliest one in U.S. history. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E41 El Noroeste del Pacífico | 04 Sep 2022 | 00:29:28 | |
The Pacific Northwest Coast is a geographic region in western North America bounded by the coastal waters of the Pacific Ocean to the west. Though no official boundary exists, the most common conception includes the U.S. states of California, Oregon, Washington, and the Canadian province of British Columbia. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E40 La Ciudad en Llamas de 1992 | 05 Jul 2022 | 00:31:34 | |
The 1992 Los Angeles riots, were a series of riots and civil disturbances that occurred in Los Angeles County, California, in April and May 1992. The rioting took place in several areas in the Los Angeles metropolitan area as thousands of people rioted over six days following the verdict's announcement. Widespread looting, assault, and arson occurred during the riots, which local police forces had difficulty controlling due to lack of personnel and resources. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E39 Parque Nacional II - La Tierra de Gigantes | 23 Jun 2022 | 00:30:33 | |
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| E38 Leyendas V: Una Trágica Historia de Amor | 09 Jun 2022 | 00:27:54 | |
This is part 5 of the Leyenda Series E09: Leyendas I: La Llorona Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E37 El Hospital Linda Vista | 30 May 2022 | 00:32:28 | |
The Linda Vista Hospital was first established in 1904 as the Santa Fe Coastlines Hospital, a prospering healthcare facility dedicated to servicing employees of the Santa Fe Railroad. During the early decades of the 20th century, the hospital flourished as did Los Angeles' surrounding Boyle Heights neighborhood. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E36 La Batalla del Cinco de Mayo | 09 May 2022 | 00:30:12 | |
Cinco de Mayo is a yearly celebration held on May 5, which commemorates the anniversary of Mexico's victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, during the Franco-Mexican War. led by General Ignacio Zaragoza. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E35 El Hotel Fantasmal | 03 May 2022 | 00:26:33 | |
A California hotel reminiscent of the lodge in the horror film The Shining has had a long history of paranormal activity and what are believed to be ghostly guests. The Padre Hotel in downtown Bakersfield first opened its doors in 1928, and the Spanish colonial revival structure has been the setting for a series of deaths and related tragedies through the years. According to local archives, examples include a woman jumping off the building’s roof, a man killing himself in a bathtub and a love triangle resulting in a deadly shooting. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E34 El Tiburón del Mioceno | 15 Apr 2022 | 00:28:33 | |
Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains near Bakersfield is Sharktooth Hill. First documented by William P. Blake in 1853, Sharktooth Hill is one of the most significant Miocene fossil sites in the world Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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| E33 El Teatro de Madera | 05 Apr 2022 | 00:25:03 | |
Acapulco, a beach resort town on Mexico's Pacific coast, is set on a large bay backed by high-rises and the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains. Made famous by the jet set in the 1950s and ’60s, it's known for its high-energy nightlife, beaches, and golf. Send me a text but know that I can’t respond here Updated official intro without the season year You will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.com
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