Do Spaniards hate expats? Are they tired of Americans? It's a bit complicated. US-Spanish relations didn't start yesterday, and expats (whoever they are) have been moving to Spain since at least the 70s. Here's my take on the expat vs immigrant debate, as well as anti-American (and anti-expat) sentiment in Spain. Donate here: https://expatmadrid.com/donate/
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110 - Petty Crime, Blackout and Squirt Guns
An update with a few random thoughts about things going on in Barcelona and Spain. First, a bit of petty crime in my life. Then the official update about the causes of the massive Spanish blackout from two weeks ago. Finally, another anti-tourism protest with squirt guns... ¡Vaya!Support this podcast right here: https://expatmadrid.com/donate/
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109 - Spain's Housing Crisis
In this episode I explain several aspects of the housing crisis here in Spain. It's a big issue, with multiple factors like rising rent prices, absurd housing laws, okupas, youth unemployment and more. Also, I talk about some possible solutions, and the national blame game about who's ultimately responsible. More on the web here: https://expatmadrid.com/housing-crisis/Donate to the cause at https://expatmadrid.com/donate/
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108 - Fifteen Million Bullets
The big scandal in Spain last week involved the government trying to cancel a contract for 15 million bullets it ordered from Israel. Are your bullets ethically sourced? More on the web: https://expatmadrid.com/fifteen-million-bullets/Donate to the cause here: https://expatmadrid.com/donate/
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107 - Best Books About Spain!
Here are some of my favorite books about Spain. My tastes are a bit less mainstream, so you've got some books here that aren't on the typical list. Check out the links on https://expatmadrid.com/best-books-spain/Donate to the cause at https://expatmadrid.com/donate/
All about life in Spain, from a longtime expat and travel writer living in Barcelona. This podcast talks about Spanish culture, travel, language, history, politics, food and much more.
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