Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Mexico
Can the forced displacement of families ever be justified? This is a question that knows no borders as governments seek out locations for new highways, hospitals, universities, and, especially, airports. The people of Atenco, Mexico, argue against plans to put one on their farmlands.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Mexico
If you find it unusual that a farmer is comparing compensation for his land with the cost of presidential bath linens, you are clearly not aware of the toallagate scandal that rocked Vicente Fox’s administration and led to resignations at Los Pinos. We’re not sure what kind of towel US $400 buys, but it best be pretty darned afelpado is all we can say!
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Mexico
Something that induces lagrimas (tears) is said to be lacrimógeno. So if you were organizing a Festival de cine lacrimógeno, only tear-jerkers would fit the bill. If, on the other hand, you were organizing a protest of the forced seizure of your family’s farm, you might find yourself crying because of the gas lacrimógeno wafting through the air.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Mexico
In this installment of the dispute documentary we hear Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata quoted over a protester’s loudspeaker. As Zapata said: “¡Victoria o muerte!” (“Victory or death!”). To protest the taking of their farmland, the people of Atenco are using stronger and stronger language. Listen in.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
Poor waste management is one of the main environmental problems in most of the world’s nations, including Spain and Mexico, one that has many negative repercussions. While it is not the only solution, this series shows us how recycling can help.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
Poor waste management has led to a multitude of environmental problems. Learn how to help with the three Rs: "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle."
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
The conclusion of this series further explains how the last of the three R's- Reuse and Recycling- can contribute to improving the environment as well as adding on an additional two: Rethinking and [taking] Responsibility.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Guatemala, Spain
Adriana edifies us about the different varieties of coffee, explaining their origins as well as identifying the one that is most highly-rated and another that might negatively affect our health.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
Whenever she can, Amaya and her dog travel in her van to organize fundraising events for the Donkey Shelter. This time, she will attend an event in Fuengirola, Malaga, in order to assist a recently rescued donkey.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
Meet Pepe, a white donkey who appeared in Hollywood films. Let's find out his story and how Amaya came to care for him.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
Amaya tells us about her donkey shelter's public opening and the steps she took to make sure that everything went smoothly. But she's also got a surprise in store in for us. What could it be?
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
Amaya tells us the story behind "Vínculo" [Bond], a very special mural painted by renowned Spanish artist Adrian Torres at her donkey sanctuary.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
This time, let's meet Lola and Canija, two female donkeys that have just arrived at Amaya's donkey sanctuary. Let's hear their story!
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
Amaya feels fortunate to have the help of her good friend Laura and numerous other volunteers who have come to help out with the many unfinished projects at her donkey sanctuary.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Spain
Enjoy this story with a happy ending about a donkey that was born at the Donkey Dreamland shelter. Despite having a lot of problems during its delivery, it fully recovered thanks to the dedicated efforts of Amaya and the veterinary team there.
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