🎄 The Santa Who Rides A Donkey? 🫏 Meet Olentzero (Basic Spanish Conversations)

🎄 The Santa Who Rides A Donkey? 🫏 Meet Olentzero (Basic Spanish Conversations)

Author: Latin ELE December 4, 2025 Duration: 12:27
Listen to Basic Spanish Conversations on all major podcast platforms! 👇

🎧 Listen on Spotify

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts

🎧 Listen on Amazon Music

Ever heard of the Basque Christmas gift-giver who replaces Santa Claus? 🎅

In this episode of Basic Spanish Conversations, I talk with Aitor Pisos, a Spanish teacher from Bilbao, about Olentzero, one of northern Spain’s most unique holiday figures.

📚 Study along with the transcript on Latin ELE's blog ⬇️
https://latinele.com/who-is-olentzero-basque-christmas/

Connect with Aitor: 
Newsletter: https://subscribepage.io/ElProfesorAitor
Sitio web: https://www.elprofesoraitor.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElProfesorAitor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elprofesoraitor/

🎄 ¡Feliz Navidad! Hasta la próxima

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/speaking-spanish-for-beginners--4703290/support.

Remember that feeling of studying a language for years, only to draw a complete blank the moment you need to speak it? Speaking Spanish for Beginners is built for that exact frustration. Host Marco Fierro, a tutor and founder of Latin ELE, understands the gap between textbook knowledge and real conversation. This podcast is designed for English speakers who are starting from zero or need to rebuild their confidence from the ground up. Each episode feels like a supportive, one-on-one session where you’ll find easy-to-follow lessons that focus on practical speaking skills. You’ll hear guided practice for pronunciation and common phrases, all approached with a sense of patience and fun. The goal is to move you beyond "hola" so you can comfortably respond when someone asks "¿Cómo estás?" or "¿Qué haces?" in everyday life. It’s a structured yet relaxed space to build the foundational tools for actual dialogue, turning that initial anxiety into the ability to connect. Tune in for a learning path that prioritizes speaking and listening, making each step feel achievable and directly useful for your next real-world interaction.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Speaking Spanish for Beginners
Podcast Episodes
Talking About Your Cat in Spanish 😺 (Latin ELE Premium) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:28
🐈 Learn how to talk about your cat in Spanish with Latin ELE premium.In this preview, you’ll hear part of a premium episode where we explore daily routines, personality traits, and useful vocabulary for taking good care…
📕 Your Spanish Starter Pack (My Gift for Loyal Listeners) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09
🎁 Get your FREE Spanish Starter Pack. An ebook with 30 lessons from Speaking Spanish for Beginners. The perfect companion to study along with this show.Not sure where to start in your Spanish journey?In this episode, Mar…
Season’s End 👋 … and More Ahead [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:07
🎁 Get your FREE Spanish Starter Pack. An ebook with 30 lessons from Speaking Spanish for Beginners. The perfect companion to study along with this show.🎉 In this episode, we wrap up the first season of Speaking Spanish f…
Celebrate New Year en Español (Spanish Quickie Podcast) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:04
⚡️ Spanish Quickie Podcast helps beginners build confidence with quick lessons that make Spanish simple.Available on all major listening apps ⬇️🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple podcast 🎧 Amazon Music / Audible🎧 IHeart Radio🎆 How do you…
#30 - New Year Resolutions in Spanish 🍾 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:50
🎊 Spanish is your New Year Resolution? Start learning with our FREE 5-day course Spanish Kickstart. Unsubscribe anytime.🍾 A new year, a new set of resolutions.But how can you discuss what your New Year resolutions are wi…
🎅 Christmas Vocabulary in Spanish (Spanish Quickie) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:18
⚡️ Spanish Quickie Podcast helps beginners build confidence with quick lessons that make Spanish simple.Available on all major listening apps ⬇️🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple podcast 🎧 Amazon Music / Audible🎧 IHeart Radio🎄 How do you…
#29 - 🎄 Christmas Carols in Spanish (Especial de Navidad) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:57
🎄 Give yourself the gift of Spanish! Get our free course Spanish Kickstart and start off on the right foot.✨ What do Latinos sing during Christmas?In this festive episode, you’ll discover three famous Spanish Christmas c…
📖 A Book For Spanish Beginners — 🐱 La Aventura de Luna [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:08
📚 Read La Aventura de Luna and have fun while learning Spanish!Looking for an easy-to-follow book for Spanish beginners? Embark on a captivating journey while improving your Spanish with “La Aventura de Luna.” 🐱This fun…