In this episode, Zakkiyya Chase shares her inspiring journey—from studying Spanish in college to a transformative three-month study abroad in Argentina. She opens up about the challenges of learning Spanish, adapting to Argentina’s unique culture and accent, and the life-changing impact of full immersion.
📢 Note for Parents: This episode touches on sensitive parts of Argentina’s history.
About Our Guest- Author of No Dream Deferred: Why Black and Latino Families Are Choosing Homeschool
- Founder of Empowered Home Educators, Inc.
- Advocate for homeschooling and language learning
🎓 How college Spanish prepared her for real-world interactions 🌍 The challenges and rewards of studying abroad in Argentina 🗣️ How immersion helped her gain confidence in Spanish 🍽️ Favorite foods, cultural surprises, and life lessons 💡 Encouragement for parents & teens learning Spanish
Connect with Zakkiyya Chase:https://www.linkedin.com/in/zakkiyya-chase
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📖 No Dream Deferred Book
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