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213. Un nuevo comienzo

This episode is a very special one. We’re welcoming the start of 2026 and continuing our Legends of the Spanish-Speaking World series with something a little different. Instead of focusing on just one country, today we’ll travel through several Spanish-speaking cultures to explore the beliefs and traditions connected to the New Year. Are they legends or traditions? Sometimes, they’re both—stories that aren’t always told with words, but lived through actions, once a year, as people let go of the old and prepare for a new beginning. Transcript HERE [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fDilvTSRHPSBxOMkRYIbVit2jASsNJd1eqL5wHwuw7E/edit?usp=sharing] Fill out this form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOcHRgxyzHqgzOh04tX4hu9QeeTV6nl_nGkIeyY_pK3XHusw/viewform?usp=header] if you want info about my online Spanish class. If you enjoy ¡Cuéntame!, please support the podcast by sharing this episode, leaving a rating or review, or supporting us through Buy Me a Coffee. [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cuentame] You can also connect with us on Facebook, [https://www.facebook.com/groups/818645755697629/?notif_id=1623692518834250¬if_t=groups_member_joined&ref=notif] TikTok, [https://www.tiktok.com/@marta.cuentame] and Instagram, [https://www.instagram.com/cuentame.podcast/] or send us a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329.

212. El lago Titicaca

In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta takes us to Peru to explore a beautiful Andean legend about the origin of Lake Titicaca, one of the highest navigable lakes in the world, located between Peru and Bolivia in the Andes Mountains. Considered a sacred place by Andean peoples, the lake is more than just a body of water—it is a powerful symbol of punishment, forgiveness, and new beginnings. ✨ A story of respect, consequences, and rebirth—this legend reminds us why Lake Titicaca holds such deep cultural meaning. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it, rate the podcast, and help others discover ¡Cuéntame! We’d also love to hear from you! Click here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOcHRgxyzHqgzOh04tX4hu9QeeTV6nl_nGkIeyY_pK3XHusw/viewform?usp=header] for information about my virtual Spanish class! Transcript of this episode HERE! [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CvwaCruo1HCcSBFAYb71k98LxPSdJK2DV-kZnMx3n8Y/edit?usp=sharing] 📧 Email us [cuentamemarta@gmail.com] ☕ Buy Me a Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cuentame] 👥 Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/818645755697629/?notif_id=1623692518834250¬if_t=groups_member_joined&ref=notif] 🎵 TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@marta.cuentame] | 📸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/cuentame.podcast/] 🎤 Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 Thank you for listening and for supporting the podcast 💛

211. Tren-Tren y Kai-Kai

In Episode 211 of ¡Cuéntame!, Marta travels to southern Chile to share a powerful Mapuche legend: Tren-Tren and Kai-Kai. This traditional story explains the eternal struggle between the sea and the land, told through two magical serpents—one protecting nature’s balance and the other punishing humans for their lack of respect. Through this legend, listeners learn about Mapuche culture, the importance of the Mapudungun language, and a timeless message about respecting nature and living in harmony with the world around us. Transcript here! [https://docs.google.com/document/d/18TqOSb-5hrecLd_uuBhw-V-GTgsh3L5CuXm1jwyeJYA/edit?usp=sharing] If you enjoyed this episode, please support the podcast by rating it, sharing it with others, and helping the show grow. Connect with us: Email us, [cuentamemarta@gmail.com] Buy Me a Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cuentame], join our Facebook Group, [https://www.facebook.com/groups/818645755697629/?notif_id=1623692518834250¬if_t=groups_member_joined&ref=notif] or follow us on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@marta.cuentame] and Instagram. [https://www.instagram.com/cuentame.podcast/] You can also send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329. Click here if you want info on the Spanish class! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOcHRgxyzHqgzOh04tX4hu9QeeTV6nl_nGkIeyY_pK3XHusw/viewform?usp=header]

210: La leyenda del colibrí

In this episode we travel to Ecuador to discover a beautiful and meaningful legend: La leyenda del colibrí. Learn why this tiny, colorful bird is considered a powerful symbol of love, hope, and connection, and how—according to legend—the colibrí became the secret messenger of thoughts and feelings between people. This story reminds us that you don’t have to be big to be important. If you enjoy the podcast, please support us by rating and reviewing, and share this episode with someone who loves legends and Spanish stories. Your support helps the podcast grow ❤️ Transcript HERE! [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gAjdznTDA2pS79zf0HGupMuuSPUrebGoBNT49tkgLFk/edit?usp=sharing] Click here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOcHRgxyzHqgzOh04tX4hu9QeeTV6nl_nGkIeyY_pK3XHusw/viewform?usp=header] if you want information for my virtual Spanish class! 📧 Email us [cuentamemarta@gmail.com] ☕ Buy Me a Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cuentame] 👥 Join our Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/818645755697629/?notif_id=1623692518834250¬if_t=groups_member_joined&ref=notif] 🎵 Follow us on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@marta.cuentame] & Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/cuentame.podcast/] 🎙️ Send a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329 ¡Gracias por escuchar y por apoyar ¡Cuéntame!

209: La flor del ceibo

In this episode of ¡Cuéntame!, listeners travel to Argentina as the podcast continues its series of legends from the Spanish-speaking world. Marta tells the beautiful and inspiring legend of the ceibo flower, a powerful national symbol of Argentina. The story takes place before the conquest of the Americas and centers on Anahí, a young Indigenous woman who loved her land, her people, and her community. Through her courage, voice, and resilience, the legend explains why the bright red flower of the ceibo tree became a symbol of love for the land, strength, and remembrance. Transcript here! [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IZ6V3luP4kQWp5jX1x8vgDRtHGEbMxpsRo58Qo0zKAY/edit?usp=sharing] ¡Cuéntame! is a listener-supported podcast. If you enjoy the show, please consider rating and reviewing the podcast, and sharing it with friends, students, or fellow Spanish learners. You can also support the podcast by using Buy Me a Coffee, [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cuentame]joining the Facebook group, [https://www.facebook.com/groups/818645755697629/?notif_id=1623692518834250¬if_t=groups_member_joined&ref=notif] and following ¡Cuéntame! on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@marta.cuentame] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/cuentame.podcast/]. Listeners are invited to connect with the show by email [cuentamemarta@gmail.com]or by sending a voice message in Spanish or English to 1-920-361-3329. Messages may be featured in a future episode. Click here if you want info on my virtual classes! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOcHRgxyzHqgzOh04tX4hu9QeeTV6nl_nGkIeyY_pK3XHusw/viewform?usp=header]