Cuerpos Especiales – Ontur (Albacete)

Podcast: Cuerpos Especiales
Host: EuropaFM
Date: January 14, 2026
Presenters: Eva Soriano, Nacho García, Lalachús
Guest: Joaquín, embajador rural de Ontur
Main Theme: Discovering the charms, traditions, and unique stories of Ontur (Albacete) as part of the “Pueblos Especiales” morning segment.

Episode Overview

This episode spotlights Ontur (Albacete), a Spanish village featured in the Cuerpos Especiales’ “Pueblos Especiales” series. Eva Soriano, Nacho García, and Lalachús chat with Joaquín, Ontur's local representative, who passionately details local flavors, quirky stories, and the pride of life in his village.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

A Morning in Ontur – Setting the Scene

• [00:00-00:09] The hosts introduce “Pueblos Especiales,” highlighting the authenticity and wholesome charm of life outside the city. They describe places “where the tomato tastes like tomato and the air is so clean it tingles to breathe.”
• Joaquín, today's ambassador from Ontur, joins the conversation with enthusiastic small-town energy.

Village Wake-Up Routines and "Disney Princess" Moments

• [00:44-01:04] Joaquín describes his rural mornings: “Ontur es pueblo con cacareo. Por supuesto que sí, con cacareo y con pájaros, que yo tengo un nido en mi ventana y me despiertan ellos todos los días.”
  • Notable quote: “Soy la princesa del pueblo, pero la de verdad, soy la princesa del pueblo, por supuesto.” – Joaquín ([01:04])

Culinary Traditions of Ontur

• [01:09-01:46] Joaquín lists the town’s traditional foods:
  • Typical dishes: Gazpachos manchegos, gachas manchegas, pisto, arroz y conejo, migas.
  • The hosts react with mock hunger, joking that it’s “comida de charte, siesta, comida de charte, fiesta, pero toda rica, toda muy buena”.
  • The tone is affectionate and humorous, spotlighting Ontur as a destination for hearty Spanish cuisine.

Ontur’s Roman Dolls – A Unique Heritage

• [01:46-02:31] Nacho brings up a curious local claim: Ontur is known for “muñecas romanas” (Roman dolls).
  • Joaquín explains their history: “Son como cinco muñecas articuladas... están en un museo en Albacete y además tenemos una rotonda con las cinco muñecas.”
  • The segment playfully clarifies what the dolls are and how they're celebrated locally.

Local Legends & Plaques – The “Joaquín” Legacy

• [02:37-03:17] The hosts tease Joaquín about having a square named after him.
  • Joaquín clarifies: “La plaza del pueblo, la plaza principal, lleva el nombre de mi abuelo... nos llamamos todos Joaquín.”
  • Notable quote: “Quedamos en mi plaza, por supuesto.” – Joaquín ([03:17])

Fame & Television Moments

• [03:19-03:51] The hosts explore if Joaquín is Ontur’s most famous resident.
  • Joaquín shares, “He ganado 1000 euros en la ruleta de la suerte y ahora en…”
  • He proudly notes previous TV appearances but humbly admits: “No soy la persona más famosa del pueblo porque ha estado gente más famosa... pero sí soy la pesada del pueblo que ha nacido en el pueblo.”

The Minute of Glory – Selling Ontur

• [04:09-04:58] Joaquín gets a minute to “defend” Ontur as Spain’s best village:
  • Highlights: Year-round fiestas, the castle, bars, hospitality, and his own open-door invitation.
  • Notable quote: “Estamos de fiesta desde el 1 de enero hasta el 31 de diciembre... yo tengo una casa estupenda, con mucho hueco, que quien quiera venir, le invito, es que le invito, le pongo mi casa.”

Closing Goodbyes

• [04:58-05:20] The hosts thank Joaquín energetically, joking in the style of “La ruleta de la suerte,” and underscore their fondness for Ontur’s personality and welcoming spirit.

Memorable Moments & Notable Quotes

• “Soy la princesa del pueblo, pero la de verdad, soy la princesa del pueblo, por supuesto.”
  – Joaquín ([01:04])

• “Quedamos en mi plaza, por supuesto.”
  – Joaquín ([03:17])

• “Yo tengo una casa estupenda, con mucho hueco, que quien quiera venir, le invito, es que le invito, le pongo mi casa.”
  – Joaquín ([04:44])

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:44] – Introduction of guest Joaquín and Ontur’s morning ambiance
• [01:09] – Traditional foods of Ontur
• [01:46] – Story and significance of Ontur’s “muñecas romanas”
• [02:37] – The “Joaquín” family saga; town square anecdote
• [03:19] – Joaquín’s TV quiz show moments
• [04:09] – Joaquín’s spirited pitch to win “Pueblos Especiales”
• [04:58] – Closing jokes and farewell

Summary

This lively episode celebrates the rural zest and hospitality of Ontur (Albacete) through colorful tales, humor, and local pride. Joaquín charms the hosts and listeners with stories of cockerel alarm clocks, family legacies, quirky local museums, abundant traditional food, and a year-long party spirit.
Listeners walk away with a sense of Ontur’s warmth, authenticity, and a standing invitation from “the real princess of the village” himself.