La penúltima voluntad - Advanced audio drama from Coffee Break Spanish

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  1. Capítulo 20 - Un nuevo inicio

    2 oktober 2023 · 12 min

    Afspelen
    We reach the final chapter of our story and we find out how the breakthrough in the relationship between Carlos and Marta goes beyond their emotional bond. New words to listen out for include: descabellado, enfrascados and apurar. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  2. Capítulo 19 - La verdadera herencia

    18 september 2023 · 14 min

    Afspelen
    Carlos and Marta continue their conversation and admit the mistakes that they have both made in the past, however, Carlos worries about Marta's reaction to his news. Listen out for new language which includes: volver a la infancia, algunos cabos sueltos and nunca es tarde si la dicha es buena. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  3. Capítulo 18 - Padre e hija

    4 september 2023 · 12 min

    Afspelen
    Carlos and Marta meet up in the square where they spent time during her childhood. They have a very honest conversation about the path that has led them both to this point. New phrases like nimiedades, encajar el golpe and ni en pintura are included in this latest episode. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  4. Capítulo 17 - Más de una vida esperando

    21 augustus 2023 · 11 min

    Afspelen
    Carlos returns to the same bench in the same square he used to wait for Marta after school when she was a child. Will his game and these memories convince Marta of his plan? Find out more about Carlos in this latest chapter while listening out for new phrases like llenar de elogios, tirar la toalla and de una vez por todas. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  5. Capítulo 16 - Lo verdaderamente importante

    7 augustus 2023 · 13 min

    Afspelen
    Marta opens the briefcase using the key from the last puzzle and finds something very special that her father has been working on. Will this finally change everything? Join Marta in this emotional chapter and listen out for the new phrases: dar en la nariz and de Pascuas a Ramos. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  6. Capítulo 15 - El principio de todo

    24 juli 2023 · 13 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode we see things from Carlos' point of view and understand this character and his motives a bit better. We will get to learn phrases like la edad del pavo and dar el brazo a torcer. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  7. Capítulo 14 - El mejor escondite

    10 juli 2023 · 12 min

    Afspelen
    In Chapter 14 we have another dialogue between Marta and her mother Pilar. While Marta continues playing her father's game, we hear many interesting expressions like olerse la tostada and ser tal para cuál along with new verbs such as entrometerse. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  8. Capítulo 13 - ¿Qué es lo más importante?

    26 juni 2023 · 13 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode, Marta concentrates on solving the puzzle she abandoned many years ago while Pilar observes her and seems to know more than she is letting on… what could she and Carlos be hiding? As usual, the episode is packed with new and interesting words like callejón and phrases like darse por vencido and no entrar en sí. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  9. Capítulo 12 - El último rompecabezas

    12 juni 2023 · 12 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode we go with Marta back to her childhood; to her room, to her memories and to the last puzzle she ever received from her father. Can she find what she is looking for? Listen out for the new verbs corroer and rebuscar, and can you work out what ver algo con otros ojos means? We also discover a little about university entrance processes in Spain. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  10. Capítulo 11 - ¿Y ahora qué?

    29 mei 2023 · 14 min

    Afspelen
    In Chapter 10, Pilar called Marta following a visit from an estate agent arranged by Carlos some time ago. Before Marta had the chance to uncover any information about her father, Pilar hung up the phone on her. Listen to this week's episode as Marta heads to back to her childhood home to find out what Carlos is up to. Take note of the phrases: sacar de quicio and hecho/a y derecho/a as well as the verbs esfumarse and aferrarse. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  11. Capítulo 10 - ¡Esto pasa de castaño oscuro!

    17 april 2023 · 12 min

    Afspelen
    In Chapter 10 of La penúltima voluntad, Pilar searches for Carlos and calls Marta looking for answers before finding out that Carlos has been plotting a secret plan. Throughout the episode we hear some Galician words such as fochicar and estragar as well as some interesting Spanish expressions like: ser muy suyo/a and llevar por la calle de la amargura. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  12. Capítulo 9 - Una entrevista con sorpresa

    3 april 2023 · 12 min

    Afspelen
    Following her latest clue, Marta finds herself at the Teatro Clásico and is taken aback by what is waiting for her there. While listening to this chapter, pay close attention to the interesting expressions which come up, including: tener delito, moririse de ganas de, costar trabajo and al borde de. We also learn about corrales de comedia, open-air theatres in Spain during the 16th century. Listen to the episode to find out more! Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  13. Capítulo 8 - Quique y sus helados

    20 maart 2023 · 13 min

    Afspelen
    Welcome back to the next instalment of La Penúltima Voluntad! In this chapter, Marta takes a trip down memory lane as she makes her way to the ice-cream shop that she used to visit with her parents. While looking for her next clue, Marta uncovers some important information. Be sure to listen out for some interesting nouns in this episode, including: tarrina, remodelación and altibajos as well as the expressions: dar cabia a and viento en popa. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  14. Capítulo 7 - La preocupación de Jorge

    6 maart 2023 · 12 min

    Afspelen
    In Chapter 7 of La penúltima voluntad, we join Marta just as she receives a phone call from her husband, Jorge. Throughout the episode, we learn more about Marta’s personal life while hearing some interesting Argentinian expressions, including: estar hecho percha, copado, bárbaro and bancar. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  15. Capítulo 6 - Un recuerdo entrañable

    20 februari 2023 · 12 min

    Afspelen
    It's time for the next instalment of La penúltima voluntad! After finding a riddle on the floor in the museum, Marta begins the scavenger hunt organised by her father. But where does the first clue lead to? While listening to this episode, take note of the range of nouns, including: acertijo, pista and comisura. We also hear some interesting expressions such as: caer en la cuenta de algo and cruzar por la cabeza. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  16. Capítulo 5 - El comienzo del juego

    6 februari 2023 · 13 min

    Afspelen
    Welcome to the newest chapter of La penúltima voluntad! In this episode Marta decides to go to the museum and remembers all the places she used visit on her way there. She reminisces on some happy memories with Carlos, but the day takes a turn when she makes a discovery in the museum. Listen out for some interesting vocabulary such as: augurio, rodeo and percatarse de. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  17. Capítulo 4 - Pilar y sus propuestas

    23 januari 2023 · 11 min

    Afspelen
    It's time for another chapter of La penúltima voluntad! In this episode, we are introduced to Pilar from whom Marta tries to find out some information about Carlos. Marta is concerned about her father’s behaviour and worries something may be wrong with Carlos after receiving her inheritance. Listen out for some interesting nouns such as rifirrafe and paradero as well as the Galician word ruliño/a. Lees meer

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  18. Capítulo 3 - ¡Menuda herencia!

    9 januari 2023 · 13 min

    Afspelen
    In Chapter 3 of La penúltima voluntad, Marta wonders what's inside the envelope that Carlos has given her. She has some ideas about what it might contain but her main concern is who will take over her father’s company in future. Will she find the answers she's looking for? Listen to the episode to find out and take note of the following verbs: albergar, evocar and burlarse de. Lees meer

    This is the third chapter of La penúltima voluntad, our new podcast series for advanced learners of Spanish. In each of the 20 episodes, which are published fortnightly, we listen to a new chapter of the novel and Coffee Break Spanish hosts Mark and Anabel discuss the latest developments in our story. Throughout the series you will be able to build your vocabulary, develop your understanding of grammar and put your comprehension skills to the test, while following an engaging story.

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  19. Capítulo 2 - Tengamos la fiesta en paz

    19 december 2022 · 14 min

    Afspelen
    In this chapter, we hear the conversation between Marta and Carlos. Throughout this dialogue, in which Carols justifies his behaviour, we learn about their relationship and get to know Carlos’ character and personality. Take note of the idiomatic expression: tanto monta, monta tanto and listen out for several triggers of the subjunctive, such as ni que and pedir que. Lees meer

    This is the second chapter of La penúltima voluntad, our new podcast series for advanced learners of Spanish. In each of the 20 episodes, which are published fortnightly, we listen to a new chapter of the novel and Coffee Break Spanish hosts Mark and Anabel discuss the latest developments in our story. Throughout the series you will be able to build your vocabulary, develop your understanding of grammar and put your comprehension skills to the test, while following an engaging story.

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  20. Capítulo 1 - Un susto de muerte

    5 december 2022 · 15 min

    Afspelen
    Marta de los Llanos receives a phone call from the family lawyer asking her to attend the reading of her father’s will. No one had even told her that her father had passed away! Marta travels to the capital to go to her parents’ house and see her mother, Pilar. There, she discovers what her father has left her, and she is shocked to see what she finds in his office. Lees meer

    This is the first chapter of La penúltima voluntad, our new podcast series for advanced learners of Spanish. In each of the 20 episodes, which will be published fortnightly, we’ll listen to a new chapter of the novel and Coffee Break Spanish hosts Mark and Anabel will discuss the latest developments in our story. Throughout the series you will be able to build your vocabulary, develop your understanding of grammar and put your comprehension skills to the test, while following an engaging story.

    To take your learning further, there is also an online course version of La penúltima voluntad, which provides access to the written chapter text, annotated notes explaining every word of the chapter, bonus language study audio episodes, a video version of each chapter and our taller lingüístico episode, in which we’ll take some of the language used in the chapter to the next level. Find all these support materials by visiting the Coffee Break Academy.

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  21. Introducing La penúltima voluntad - Coffee Break Spanish Season 5

    3 december 2022 · 6 min

    Afspelen
    Join Mark and Anabel to find out about our new series for advanced learners, La penúltima voluntad. In this series you'll follow the story of Marta and the inheritance left to her by her father. In each episode you'll be building your comprehension of Spanish and experiencing new vocabulary at this advanced level. Each episode of the podcast represents a chapter in the novel and we provide a full online course which will help you understand every word and use the new language you've learned in your own speaking and writing. Find out more at https://coffeebreaklanguages.com/lpv Lees meer

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