Spanish-language radio is yet another source of authentic listening practice. Listening to the news and talk shows provides exposure to Spanish as it’s really (and quickly!) spoken, and even listening to music can be an excellent way to improve your aural comprehension.
How to access Spanish radio
If you’re in a Spanish-speaking country, just turn on your radio and choose a station. If not, many stations offer streaming – here are some to consider.
Spain
News, sports, talk radio
- Cope (Cadena de Ondas Populares Españolas)
- RNE (Radio Nacional de España)
- SER (Sociedad Española de Radiodifusión)
Music
- Cadena Dial – Spanish and Latin American music
- Radiolé – Flamenco music
Latin America
- Argentina
- Bolivia
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Guatemala
- Honduras
- Mexico
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Puerto Rico
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
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