


El origen de la “ñ”
You can’t spell español without the “ñ”! This unique letter has become a symbol of the Spanish language, but do you know where it comes from? Click play to listen to the origins of this special letter!

NY habla español
Did you know that español is the second most spoken language in NY, both in households and on the streets? Click play to learn more fun facts about Spanish in NY, including which are the most frequently-used varieties!

El cine latinoamericano
Latin-american cinema is as rich and varied as the history and culture of the countries in this region. Click play and learn all about the history and evolution of films in Latin America!

El origen de la palabra “chevere”
The popular word “chevere” can be heard all over Latin America, but do you know what it means or where it comes from? Click play to learn all about it!

El quechua
Quechua is an indigenous language family spoken primarily in the Northern and Central Andes and highlands of South America. Best known as the language of the Inca Empire, Quechua has evolved and survived years of social and political changes and it continues to thrive today,

La bachata
This passionate dance and music genre was born in the Dominican Republic out of the fusion of the Cuban bolero and other upbeat rhythms like the son, merengue, and -more recently- the reggaeton. Click play to learn more about its origins and sample this sensual rhythm.

Colonia Tovar, un pueblo alemán en Venezuela
Founded by German immigrants in 1843, the Venezuelan town of Colonia Tovar still preserves the appearance and carries on the traditions of a typical German village. Click play to learn about the first German settlers, the role of the Venezuelan government, and how two very

La tecnocumbia
Born in the 80’s out of the fusion between two Mexican music genres (the cumbia and the tecnobanda), the tecnocumbia quickly spread throughout all Latin America. Click play to learn all about its origins, signature instruments, and evolution!