María Marí, a Spanish painter living in London, talks to us a bit about her education and inspirations.

Región mundo checks up on the competitors the day before and day of their competition, which for many is their first.

Colombian painter, Beatriz Noguera, tells us a bit about her work and its cultural and mythological inspirations.

This episode gives us a glimpse into the rigorous daily workouts the Swing Latino salsa dancers must endure to prepare for their upcoming competitions.

Listen to the acclaimed Spanish rock band Jarabe de Palo's single, "Hoy No Soy Yo," from their album, Somos. The song is slow paced, and the singer enunciated his words very clearly. Let us know if you like it!

The Chief Librarian at the Cervantes Institute in London tells us about the library's resources and users as well as what it is like to work there.

In this segment of Región mundo, dancers from Swing Latino, one of Colombia's most prestigious salsa dance schools, talk about some potential injuries that can occur and the importance of continuing a performance despite them. They also offer insight into the increasing trend of men dancing together.

Región mundo takes us inside a day of intense rehearsals at Swing Latino, one of Colombia's most prestigious salsa dance schools..

Renowned Colombian poet Mary Grueso Romero recites a poem eroticizing the cuisine of the Colombian Pacific.

The Director of the Cervantes Institute in London talks about its role in promoting not only the renowned Spanish author's work but also the Spanish language and culture throughout the world.

Swing Latino, one of Colombia's most prestigious salsa dance schools, trains its students with strict discipline. The best will go on to perform in shows and contests throughout the world.

Salsa dancing arrived in the city of Cali, Colombia in the sixties. It became deeply ingrained in the city's popular culture and is still danced there today

This politically charged tune, rife with language that will get you sent to the principal’s office on at least three continents, won the Latin Grammy award for best video in 2003. Note that native speakers instantly recognize that much of the Spanish is sung in an exaggerated “gringo” accent, so you may not want to imitate it!!

See Madrid from a different perspective. Our friend, Andrés, shares with us his favorite spot in the city: the rooftop of El Círculo de Bellas Artes.

Chico Trujillo is a New Chilean Cumbia band merging cumbia, ska, reggae and rock, among other styles. Enjoy this musical video where they perform "Fuera de mi vida."