Spain Explained
Marti BuckleySpain Explained is the podcast for people who want to understand Spanish culture, Spanish food, and Spanish traditions beyond the guidebook basics. Hosted by award-winning author and cook Marti Buckley, who's lived in Spain since 2010, this show unpacks the concepts, rituals, and quirks that make Spain… Spain. Whether you're planning a trip to Spain, obsessed with Spanish cuisine, dreaming of movi... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 31 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelArtsFoodSociety & Culture | |||
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Sell a bottle of Gran Reserva Rioja before its fifth birthday and the region will fine you. Rioja is a wine denomination in northern Spain, strung along the Ebro across some 65,000 hectares of La Rioja, Basque Álava and a corner of Navarra, overwhelm... more
Not every pastry has its own aviation policy. The ensaimada is a coiled Mallorcan spiral, its pork lard dough stretched nearly transparent, baked and buried under powdered sugar, and the Balearic government once calculated that around forty of them f... more
Spain won the 2026 World Cup while conceding just one goal across the entire tournament, a first for any champion, with a squad that included (for the first time ever) zero Real Madrid players. So let's talk fútbol! Football. Soccer. In Spain, it's b... more
On the last Wednesday of August, in a small town in Valencia, 20,000 people have a gigantic food fight of somewhere around 150 tonnes of overripe tomatoes. That is La Tomatina, held in Buñol near Valencia and certified by Guinness as the largest annu... more
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- Sunshine for your ears
I listened to this podcast before a trip to Spain and it really enriched my experience. Thanks to Marti’s suggestions, I am now a huge fan of Spanish vermut. And gildas! And indie Spanish fashion designers- but that’s another story. The Spanish really know how to live! Her voice tinkles in your ear and her gentle giggle will put a smile on your face.
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Canada2 months ago - EuroBama
Marti made me go Basque
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United States2 months ago - Delightfully informative
Even after 30+ trips to Spain, I learn something new from Martí.
Apple Podcasts5ORDgirl365United States3 months ago - Spain, A Fun, Informed Listen!
This is a fun, light, but well researched and professional production. Marti’s 15+ years living in Spain shines brightly in her presentation of people, places, culture, and cuisine across Spain. Highly recommend.
Apple Podcasts5MSKTXUnited States3 months ago - A Must Listen If You Are Going to Spain
Marti’s podcast is entertaining and informative! My next trip to Spain will be better because I now know much more about the wonderful culture there. I enjoy Marti’s bright style and her easy way of explaining all things Spanish. Gracias, Marti, por tu voz y tu experiencia sobre Espana!
Apple Podcasts5LethaltoenailsUnited States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #243 | United States/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #169 |  United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #44 |  Italy/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #187 |  Australia/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #114 |  Brazil/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #172 |  Philippines/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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A culture-forward series that explains everyday Spain—its food, rituals, and regional quirks—through accessible storytelling, historical context, and practical how-tos. Episodes span topics from tapas social structures to regional specialties, aiming to translate daily life into actionable insight for travelers, expats, and culture enthusiasts. Notable strengths include a passionate host with deep lived experience in Spain, a hands-on approach to language and customs, and a steady rhythm of weekly explorations that connect food, places, and people with broader cultural themes.
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