Earth Day (Día de la Tierra) is an annual global event that promotes environmental protection and awareness. Also known as mother earth or mother nature, for the native peoples of the Andes, Pachamama is the goddess of fertility, harvests, and protection, among other attributes. So,

Isabel Perón is an Argentinean politician who held office from 1974 to 1976 and became the first female president in the world. Isabel was married to popular formed president Juan Perón and they ran for office together in 1973.  This was Peron’s third term as

El chabacano is a creole language born out of the blend of Spanish and native Philippine languages during the Spanish colonization. Originally considered a ‘vulgar’ language variety, nowadays el criollo chabacano is highly popular and culturally relevant. Click play to listen to the history and

La fanesca is a traditional Ecuadorian stew that it's only eaten during Semana Santa (Holy Week). This dish has its origins in pre-Hispanic times and it was prepared to celebrate the March equinox which symbolizes the beginning of a new life cycle. After the Spanish

Maria Sabina was a Mazatec chamana (shaman) and curandera (healer) from a small town in Oaxaca. Best known for her vast knowledge of magic mushrooms, Maria was the first curandera to allow Westerners into her ceremonies. Soon, her healing reputation started to spread and people

Nowadays Chile is one of the biggest wine exporters in the world with some of the finest and most delicious varietes in the market. However, not many people know the long and interesting history of how Chile developed their world-renowned wines. Click play to hear

The hermanas Mirabal were three sisters from the Dominican Republic who opposed the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo. Patria, Minerva, María Teresa, popularly known as "las mariposas" (the butterflies), fought against the regime for over a decade before they were assassinated on 25 November 1960. After

Mario Moreno, professionally known as Cantinflas, is one of the most prolific and beloved Mexican comedians. Actor, producer, and screen writer, his comedic character Cantinflas became an instant hit with Spanish-speaking audiences all over the world. His particular type of humor, full of Mexican idioms,

Malones was the name given to plunder raids carried out by native warriors in Argentina during the 18th Century. These attacks targeted the new settlers, stealing cattle, taking prisoners and destroying everything on their path. Click play and listen to the story of this little

The Diablos Danzantes (Dancing Devils) is a popular festivity in Venezuela that combines indigenous, African and Spanish traditions. This celebration takes place during Chorpus Christi and thousands of people across the country dressed as devils dance and play traditional instruments on the streets. In 2012,