
The Sobremesa Podcast is about modern-day Spanish society, politics and history, without the stereotypes. Please donate at to make the podcast sustainable: www.buymeacoffee.com/thesobremey
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 136 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

Pablo Picasso’s Guernica is probably the most well known painting of the 20th century, and has become a universal symbol of the horrors of war. But it has also been the subject of renewed controversy in recent weeks in Spain - over a yet another requ... more
With the announcement from deputy prime minister Yolanda Diaz that she would not be standing as a candidate in next year’s general election, Spain’s radical left currently looks leaderless and increasingly fragmented.
In this context, attention has... more
On this episode Alan is joined by Gregorio Alonso, Associate Professor in Hispanic History at the University of Leeds. We explore the 1812 Cádiz Constitution, a landmark document born in a time of siege and upheaval.
Gregorio takes us through the te... more
Hours after the United States and Israel bombed Iran on Saturday morning, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez released a statement which read: “We reject the unilateral military action of the United States and Israel that entails an escalation and c... more
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Very left wing. Hard to get an accurate sense of what’s happening in Spain. More opinion that facts
Consistently high quality
So I really enjoy the podcasts. I have learned so much more about current Spain. I love the mix of the history and the current events.
I will say the interview with Anita Fuentes was tough for me. Personally I don’t care a flip about actresses or musicians and their opinions about current events. What Rosalia believes are her opinions. They are her opinions and biases.
The Goya’s are not the place for political discussion. It is purely about entertainment. I don’t feel that entertainers are ... more
Only listened to your Catalonia Amnesty episode. I was curious about the image of Spain you were projecting to non-Spanish speakers. As a Spaniard living abroad, I don’t think I can be accused of being trapped in a bubble regarding Spanish politics. Your takes were absolutely one-sided against the unionists, even calling out judicial associations for, in your opinion, issuing clearly “political statements”, without even considering their legal (not political) argument that an amnesty violates th... more
Me gusta escuchar, desde otra mirada y punto de vista, la realidad de este país. Admiro vuestro análisis y objetividad. Y además de todo eso intento mejorar mi comprensión de la lengua inglesa que tanto admiro. Gracias por el tiempo que le dedicáis. 👍👍
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A thoughtful, academically informed look at modern Spain—covering politics, history, culture, and memory with guests from universities, think tanks, journalism, and activism. Conversations frequently center on long-standing issues such as national memory, Francoist legacies, regional identities, and Spain's role in international affairs, often tying historical context to current events and policy debates. Notable strengths include rigorous guest analysis, nuanced perspectives on controversial topics, and a willingness to challenge simplistic narratives through interdisciplinary discourse. The show stands out for its mix of historians, sociologists, and journalists who explore both archival insights and contemporary politics, making it usefu... more
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Recent guests on The Sobremesa Podcast include:
1. Brittany Kennedy
2. Gregorio Alonso
3. Bécquer Seguín
4. Helen Graham
5. James Stout
6. Nicole Iturriaga
7. Jim Jump
8. Joe Haslam
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