Our friend María Conchita brings us another urban legend from Nicaragua, this time, about some mischievous, dwarf-like creatures called duendes who are supposedly evil spirits.

While looking for a gift for their Grandma, Guillermina and Candelario encounter a starfish and contemplate its origins.

In Guatemala, people of Mayan descent not only retain various native forms of dress, but they also speak dialects of the Mayan language, a language many people wrongly presume to be long lost to history. Rafael treats us to some examples of words and phrases in this language, and also explains some of the particulars of traditional dress.

Our friend, Rafael, returns this week to talk to us about his homeland and its culture. As he explains, the Mayan culture continues to thrive in Guatemala via its language, clothing, and customs.