Dr. Steven Wenz

Today, I am joined by Dr. Steven Wenz, a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese. Dr. Wenz talks about his path into language and literature, his years living in Buenos Aires, and how that experience shaped both his academic work and his personal connection to Spanish. We dive into the challenges of translation (especially humor and tone), what modern translations of Don Quijote can gain and lose, and how he creates a classroom environment where students feel confident taking risks and making mistakes. Plus, Dr. Wenz shares advice for students who want to study abroad, and a few Argentine traditions that never really left him.

https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/natalia-r-fleischmannpodcast/episodes/2026-01-13T12_54_59-08_00