Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
Dominican Republic
Félix, a barber from the town of Sosúa in the Dominican Republic, tells us a bit about the tools of his trade, his family and his pastimes.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
Venezuela
Patricia talks about ways to stay active in Coro, Venezuela, patrimonio cultural de la humanidad. She enjoys the gym and classes in Tae Bo, an exercise phenomenon that seems to know no political boundaries. She also enjoys going out on Friday nights with friends to the local disco. As far as boys go, it seems a young man named Leopaldo is winning the race to her heart…
Difficulty:
Beginner
Mexico
Karen gives us a quick tour of the Museum of Mexican History in Monterrey, Mexico, including exhibits spanning from the Pre-Hispanic Era to more modern times.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
Meet Cesar Flores, the owner of the Kory Malku Andean shoe store in Otavalo, Ecuador.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
Humberto Morales from Ecuador teaches us about the Zampoña, a traditional Andean instrument.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Ecuador
At the Obraje Fish Farm in Otavalo, Ecuador, one can dine on the trout they catch, prepared with local flare by the Obraje staff at an incredibly affordable price.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Ecuador
Residents of Otavalo, Ecuador, explain to us how they celebrate "Inti Raymi," an Inca Empire celebration in honor of the sun god, "Inti," and how it helps them to preserve their culture.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
Ecuador
Luis Jaramillo, a professional soccer trainer, tells us all about his experience working with kids.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Venezuela
Hugo Chávez is divisive figure in Venezuela, as he is the world over, but the enthusiasm he generates amongst a large and vocal segment of the population is undeniable. Omar Vizcaya is a Chávez supporter, and was kind enough to agree to share some of his thoughts and ideas about the current situation.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Venezuela
Barrio Adentro (Inside the Neighborhood) is a program of free medical clinics that have been established throughout Venezuela. Critics include the Venezuelan Medical Association, who claim that the Cubans who make up most of the doctors are not qualified, though the WHO and UNICEF are generally as enthusiastic as Omar about the program.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Puerto Rico
Deep in the heart of Old San Juan you can hear live salsa music playing most any night at the Nuyorican Cafe. We stepped into the alley for a breather and had a little chat with two lovely salseras to get an insider view of what brings them back to the dance floor night after night.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
Argentina
As Morgan tries to dissuade Victoria from attending the dance without him, Andrea's concern over the tension between her and Ivo grows.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
Argentina
As Milagros confides in a photograph of her deceased mother about the state of her life, Ivo confides in Bobby about his amorous confusion. Meanwhile, Lina helps Victoria get ready for her big night out.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Colombia
"Misión Chef" is a culinary school that gives underprivileged youth the tools they need to become chefs.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Colombia
This second episode of Misión Chef takes a look at some of The Culinary School for Underprivileged Youths' students and gives some background about the socioeconomic causes of poverty in Colombia.
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