Notes in Spanish Intermediate

  1. NIS Intermediate 046 - La Nueva Inmigracion2008/02/27
    A new wave of immigration is taking place worldwide, especially here in Europe, and it's having far reaching and often unpleasant effects. See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying transcript/worksheet.
  2. NIS Intermediate 045 - Vacaciones en Espana2008/02/20
    What's the best way to travel round Spain in Summer? Where should you sleep, what towns should you visit? See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying transcript/worksheet.
  3. NIS Intermediate 044 - El Himno Nacional2008/02/13
    Spain tries to get some lyrics for its national anthem and controversy erupts! See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying transcript/worksheet.
  4. NIS Intermediate 043 - La Tele Esta Rota2008/02/06
    The TV has broken and we don't know how long we can hold on! And how long until the infinite video club arrives in our living room? See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying transcript/worksheet.
  5. NIS Intermediate 042 - La Mafia2008/01/30
    We look at the extraordinary range of mafias in Europe and discover just how many there are, and what they are up to, in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying transcript/worksheet.
  6. NIS Int 041 - El Cine Español2007/11/14
    How will a new law affect Spanish film-goers? What's going on in the world on Spanish film? See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying worksheet and to comment!
  7. NIS Int 040 - Huertas Solares2007/11/07
    Ben and Marina discuss the use of fields of solar panels to overcome energy problems in Spain, but wonder about the future of our landscapes... see notesinspanish.com for the accompanying worksheets.
  8. NIS Int 039 - Heroes2007/10/31
    Ben and Marina talk about the TV show Heroes, and extraordinary changes that have taken place in the world in the recent past... See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying worksheets.
  9. NIS Int 038 - Ole por Radiohead2007/10/24
    As Radiohead shake up the music industry, we look at how the big record labels treat us like criminals, and how it isn't going to do them any good in the long run... See notesinspanish.com for a full transcript on our accompanying worksheets.
  10. NIS Int 037 - Birmania2007/10/18
    Marina and Ben look at recent events in Burma, and the crucial role played by bloggers in letting the world know what was going on. See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying worksheets
  11. NIS Int 036 - Comer Fuera2007/09/19
    Ben and Marina discuss eating out and different attitudes to food around the world. See notesinspanish.com for more details and to pick up the accompanying transcript/worksheet.
  12. NIS Int 035 - Zafiros2007/09/12
    Have you ever been conned on holiday? Ben certainly was when he went to Thailand aged 18... this is the story about the Sapphires... See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying worksheets.
  13. NIS Int 034 - Easyjet2007/09/05
    Should we feel guilty about flying too much? Should we be paying for our carbon footprint, or is it up to the airlines and other energy providers? See notesinspanish.com for further discussion and to pick up the accompanying worksheets.
  14. NIS Int 033 - El Solitario2007/08/29
    El Solitario was Spain's most wanted man for as long as anyone could remember, until his identity was revealed at last this summer... more details and worksheets are available at notesinspanish.com
  15. NIS Int 032 - Facebook2007/08/22
    Ben and Marina discuss the Facebook phenomenon and invite you to be their friends! See notesinspanish.com for more details and to pick up the worksheet.
  16. NIS Int 031 - Las Compras2007/05/16
    Do you hate shopping as much as Ben? See notesinspanish.com for the full transcript/worksheet.
  17. NIS Int 030 - La Familia Real2007/05/08
    Are the Spanish interested in the birth of a new Royal baby? See notesinspanish.com for more details and to pick up the transcript/worksheet.
  18. NIS Int 029 - Falsos Amigos2007/05/02
    Today we look at some of the false friends that can cause real trouble when you learn Spanish. See notesinspanish.com to pick up the worksheet/transcript and to discuss more phrases like these.
  19. NIS Int 028 - Comida Rapida2007/04/25
    Ben and Marina talk about fast food, New York rats, and the healthier alternatives... See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying transcript/worksheet.
  20. NIS Int 027 - Los Tatuajes2007/04/15
    Ben and Marina discuss a ban on Marines wearing tattoos and see how David Beckham has so much influence on the youth of today. See notesinspanish.com to pick up our transcript/worksheet.
  21. NIS Int 026 - La Musica2007/04/04
    Our favourite music from Spain and beyond, plus a look at Spain's music scene today. See notesinspanish.com to pick up the worksheet/transcript.
  22. NIS Int 025 - Adios a los periodicos2007/03/28
    Will anyone be reading newspapers in 20 years time?

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  23. NIS Int 024 - Semana Santa2007/03/21
    Ben and Marina discuss Easter in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for details and the transcript/worksheet.
  24. NIS Int 023 - Vicios2007/03/15

    Ben and Marina lay (some of) their vices on the line. Pick up the transcript/worksheet at Notesinspanish.com
  25. NIS Int 022 - Mi Pueblo2007/03/08
    Ben and Marina take a walk around the village where Ben was born. See notesinspanish.com to pick up the transcript/worksheet.
  26. NIS Int 021 - Balneario2007/02/27
    Ben and Marina head off to the hills for a bath and wonder if they should live up there instead!

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  27. NIS Int 020 - Amor2007/02/20
    How do people really get together and fall in love these days?

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  28. NIS Int 019 - Idiomas2007/02/13
    How important is it to learn a language these days? See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying worksheet and to comment.
  29. NIS Int 018 - Harry Potter2007/02/06
    Ben and Marina talk about the success of Harry Potter in the adult world... See notesinspanish.com for a full transcript/worksheet.
  30. NIS Int 017 - Vacaciones2007/01/30
    What are you doing for your holidays this year? See notesinspanish.com for a full transcript/worksheet.
  31. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 16 - Having a baby in Spain2007/01/23
    Having a baby in Spain! See notesinspanish.com to download the accomapanying worksheet/transcript.
  32. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 15 - Cambio Climatico2007/01/16

    Is climate change going to leave Spain's Mediterranean coast without tourists in 30 years time? See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying transcript/worksheet.
  33. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 14 - Tapas2007/01/09

    Ben and Marina look at one of Spain's greatest foods. See notesinspanish.com for details and accompanying worksheet.
  34. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 13 - Las Mascotas2007/01/03
    Pets and animal Spanish! See notesinspanish.com for more details and to pick up the worksheet.
  35. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 12 - Navidad2006/12/19

    Everything you wanted to know about Christmas in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for the worksheet and transcript.
  36. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 11 - Quejas2006/12/05
    Do people complain a lot in your country? Plus how to complain in restaurants and more... see notesinspanish.com for full details and the accompanying worksheet.
  37. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 10 - La Vespa2006/11/28
    Marina talks to Ben about his other great love, his Vespa Scooter. See notesinspanish.com for details and the accompanying worksheet.
  38. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 9 - Loteria2006/11/20

    Ben y Marina hablan de la loteria de Navidad. See notesinspanish.com for full details and the accompanying worksheet.
  39. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 8 - Quiero Votar2006/11/10
    Ben decides he would like to vote in Spain after all... See notesinspanish.com for full details and to get the accompanying transcript/worksheet
  40. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 7 - La Piscina2006/11/01
    Sporting life and a trip to the local swimming pool. See notesinspanish.com for full details and worksheet.
  41. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 6 - La Lluvia2006/10/24
    It's been raining for days, and the Spanish aren't coping too well! See notesinspanish.com for full details and accompanying worksheet.
  42. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 5 - La Familia2006/10/11

    Ben and Marina chat about family life in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for full details and to get the accompanying worksheet.
  43. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 4 - Fobias2006/10/02
    Ben and Marina discuss phobias past and present. See notesinspanish.com for full details.
  44. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 3 - Nuestra Casa2006/09/21
    Ben and Marina take you on an audio tour of their flat in Madrid, and discuss different types of housing in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for full details, and to obtain a full transcript of our conversation.
  45. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 2 - Mitos de Madrid2006/09/14

    Ben and Marina discuss the myths surrounding the city of Madrid. Is it really true that there are more bars in Madrid than in Belgium? See notesinspanish.com for accompanying worksheet and full details.
  46. Notes in Spanish Intermediate 1 - Bienvenidos!2006/09/06

    Welcome to Notes in Spanish Intermediate! In our first episode we talk a bit about ourselves, what we do, and how we ended up in Madrid!

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Notes in Spanish Intermediate
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Ben and Marina bring you real Spanish conversations on real-world topics, designed to help take your Spanish up to the next level. This is the genuine Spanish you will never find in a text book or classroom. See notesinspanish.com for more info and accompanying worksheets.