Notes in Spanish Intermediate

NIS Intermediate 046 - La Nueva Inmigracion Feb 27, 2008

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.

NIS Intermediate 045 - Vacaciones en Espana Feb 20, 2008

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.

NIS Intermediate 044 - El Himno Nacional Feb 13, 2008

Spain tries to get some lyrics for its national anthem and controversy erupts! See notesinspanish.com for the accompanying transcript/worksheet.

NIS Intermediate 043 - La Tele Esta Rota Feb 06, 2008

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.

NIS Intermediate 042 - La Mafia Jan 30, 2008

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.

NIS Int 041 - El Cine Español Nov 14, 2007

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!

NIS Int 040 - Huertas Solares Nov 07, 2007

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.

NIS Int 039 - Heroes Oct 31, 2007

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.

NIS Int 038 - Ole por Radiohead Oct 24, 2007

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.

NIS Int 037 - Birmania Oct 18, 2007

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

NIS Int 036 - Comer Fuera Sep 19, 2007

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.

NIS Int 035 - Zafiros Sep 12, 2007

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.

NIS Int 034 - Easyjet Sep 05, 2007

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.

NIS Int 033 - El Solitario Aug 29, 2007

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

NIS Int 032 - Facebook Aug 22, 2007

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.

NIS Int 031 - Las Compras May 16, 2007

Do you hate shopping as much as Ben? See notesinspanish.com for the full transcript/worksheet.

NIS Int 030 - La Familia Real May 08, 2007

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.

NIS Int 029 - Falsos Amigos May 02, 2007

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.

NIS Int 028 - Comida Rapida Apr 25, 2007

Ben and Marina talk about fast food, New York rats, and the healthier alternatives... See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying transcript/worksheet.

NIS Int 027 - Los Tatuajes Apr 15, 2007

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.

NIS Int 026 - La Musica Apr 04, 2007

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.

NIS Int 025 - Adios a los periodicos Mar 28, 2007

Will anyone be reading newspapers in 20 years time?See notesinspanish.com for the full transcript and worksheet.

NIS Int 024 - Semana Santa Mar 21, 2007

Ben and Marina discuss Easter in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for details and the transcript/worksheet.

NIS Int 023 - Vicios Mar 15, 2007

Ben and Marina lay (some of) their vices on the line. Pick up the transcript/worksheet at Notesinspanish.com

NIS Int 022 - Mi Pueblo Mar 08, 2007

Ben and Marina take a walk around the village where Ben was born. See notesinspanish.com to pick up the transcript/worksheet.

NIS Int 021 - Balneario Feb 27, 2007

Ben and Marina head off to the hills for a bath and wonder if they should live up there instead!See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying transcript/worksheet.

NIS Int 020 - Amor Feb 20, 2007

How do people really get together and fall in love these days?See notesinspanish.com for a full transcript/worksheet.

NIS Int 019 - Idiomas Feb 13, 2007

How important is it to learn a language these days? See notesinspanish.com to pick up the accompanying worksheet and to comment.

NIS Int 018 - Harry Potter Feb 06, 2007

Ben and Marina talk about the success of Harry Potter in the adult world... See notesinspanish.com for a full transcript/worksheet.

NIS Int 017 - Vacaciones Jan 30, 2007

What are you doing for your holidays this year? See notesinspanish.com for a full transcript/worksheet.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 16 - Having a baby in Spain Jan 23, 2007

Having a baby in Spain! See notesinspanish.com to download the accomapanying worksheet/transcript.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 15 - Cambio Climatico Jan 16, 2007

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.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 14 - Tapas Jan 09, 2007

Ben and Marina look at one of Spain's greatest foods. See notesinspanish.com for details and accompanying worksheet.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 13 - Las Mascotas Jan 03, 2007

Pets and animal Spanish! See notesinspanish.com for more details and to pick up the worksheet.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 12 - Navidad Dec 19, 2006

Everything you wanted to know about Christmas in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for the worksheet and transcript.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 11 - Quejas Dec 05, 2006

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.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 10 - La Vespa Nov 28, 2006

Marina talks to Ben about his other great love, his Vespa Scooter. See notesinspanish.com for details and the accompanying worksheet.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 9 - Loteria Nov 20, 2006

Ben y Marina hablan de la loteria de Navidad. See notesinspanish.com for full details and the accompanying worksheet.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 8 - Quiero Votar Nov 10, 2006

Ben decides he would like to vote in Spain after all... See notesinspanish.com for full details and to get the accompanying transcript/worksheet

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 7 - La Piscina Nov 01, 2006

Sporting life and a trip to the local swimming pool. See notesinspanish.com for full details and worksheet.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 6 - La Lluvia Oct 24, 2006

It's been raining for days, and the Spanish aren't coping too well! See notesinspanish.com for full details and accompanying worksheet.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 5 - La Familia Oct 11, 2006

Ben and Marina chat about family life in Spain. See notesinspanish.com for full details and to get the accompanying worksheet.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 4 - Fobias Oct 02, 2006

Ben and Marina discuss phobias past and present. See notesinspanish.com for full details.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 3 - Nuestra Casa Sep 21, 2006

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.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 2 - Mitos de Madrid Sep 14, 2006

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.

Notes in Spanish Intermediate 1 - Bienvenidos! Sep 06, 2006

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! Check out notesinspanish.com for full details and for info on the accompanying worksheet!

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