NIS Beginners 023 - Ser y Estar

NIS Beginners 023 - Ser y Estar

Author: Ben Curtis and Marina Diez June 18, 2008 Duration: 30:29
It's time to tackle Ser and Estar! Plus some extra listening practice for the Past Tenses. See NotesinSpanish.com to pick up the accompanying transcript/worksheet.

Join Ben Curtis and Marina Diez as they guide you into the heart of everyday Spanish. Learn Spanish: Notes in Spanish Inspired Beginners is built on a simple, powerful idea: the best way to learn is by listening. You’ll hear authentic, relaxed conversations between the two hosts, who focus on the natural language and expressions used in Spain, the kind that rarely makes it into formal coursework. This approach helps you move beyond textbook phrases and understand how Spanish is actually spoken in casual settings. The podcast is designed for dedicated learners who are just starting out but are eager to engage with real Spanish from day one. As the creators of the popular Intermediate and Advanced series, Ben and Marina have a wealth of experience in crafting accessible, effective audio lessons. Each episode in this Inspired Beginners series feels like sitting in on a friendly chat, carefully paced and explained to build your comprehension and confidence. You’ll find the accompanying worksheets on their website, which deepen the practice from each audio session. Tune in to this engaging podcast for a genuine and supportive path into the language, where motivation meets practical, real-world listening.
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Podcast Episodes
NIS Beginners 019 - Sydney [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:47
This week we look at how two key past tenses, the Preterito Imperfecto and the Preterito Indefinido, can be used together to tell a great story. See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying worksheet.
NIS Beginners 018 - Nada de Nada [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:29
Nada, nadie, ninguno... this week we explore the Spanish negatives! See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying worksheets.
NIS Beginners 017 - Epocas Felices [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:03
We look at which past tense to use to talk about things we used to do in the past. See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying worksheet.
NIS Beginners 016 - Feliz Navidad [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:27
Happy Christmas! A special show full of Christmas vocab, and details of Christmas in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying worksheet.
NIS Beginners 015 - La ultima vez [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:55
When was the last time you...? We look at how the Preterito Indefinido past tense is used to talk about things that happened in the past. See notesinspanish.com for more details and the accompanying worksheet (includes t…
NIS Beginners 014 - Quedar [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:47
How to arrange to meet someone, and how to make excuses to get out of meeting someone! See notesinspanish.com for more details!
NIS Beginners 013 - El Futuro [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:48
This week we look at the future tense in Spanish, and talk about our vision of the world in the future. See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying worksheet.
NIS Beginners 012 - Yo Que Tu [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:16
In this episode we look at ways of giving advice in Spanish. See notesinspanish.com for full details and to pick up the worksheet.
NIS Beginners 011 - Experiencias [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:19
Ben and Marina look at how the perfect tense is used to talk about experiences we have had in our lifetimes. See notesinspanish.com for more details and the accompanying worksheet.
NIS Beginners 010 - Este Mes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:39
After a pretty busy month Ben and Marina talk about ways to relax! See notesinspanish.com for details and to pick up the worksheets.