Culips Everyday English Podcast
Culips English Podcast
Culips English Podcast: Practical English Learning Made Fun Learn and Explore: Join Culips for an exciting English learning journey. Our podcast focuses on teaching English idioms, slang, and phrasal verbs through fun and engaging conversations. Each episode helps you master English for real-life situations. Unique Learning Experience: Culips stands out by blending language skills with cultural insights. Our diverse hosts make learning relatable, covering a variety of everyday topics. You’ll pick up practical language skills and gain cultural understanding, enhancing your English fluency in an enjoyable way. Your Path to Fluency: As your ideal learning partner, Culips provides easy-to-understand lessons on daily English usage. Learn from native speakers and immerse in different cultures, making your English learning journey rewarding and effective.
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Aug 9, 2024 • 21min
Real Talk #062 – What to say when you’re misunderstood
Discover essential tips for navigating misunderstandings in English conversations. The hosts discuss common pitfalls like unclear pronunciation and vague statements. Learn practical expressions to ask for clarification and politely correct yourself. With real-life conversation examples, you'll build better vocabulary and improve your listening skills. Embrace strategies that enhance your fluency and confidence, helping you communicate more effectively in both casual and professional settings.
Aug 4, 2024 • 17min
Bonus episode #113 – Off the bucket list
In this engaging conversation, Andrew shares his passion for cooking and his journey to prepare miyeokguk, a traditional Korean dish, for his wife’s birthday. He reminisces about the challenge and joy of finding the perfect recipe and the pride he felt when serving this cultural delicacy. Andrew's heartfelt approach not only showcases the importance of culinary traditions but also highlights personal goals and the impact of meaningful gestures in relationships.
Aug 2, 2024 • 30min
Simplified Speech #200 – Decluttering your life
Learn about the unique Swedish death cleaning concept, aimed at easing the burden on loved ones through decluttering. Andrew and Indiana share personal tales and practical tips for tackling clutter in various living spaces. They discuss the emotional hurdles of letting go of possessions and the appeal of minimalism, including a glimpse into extreme minimalist lifestyles from Japan. Discover effective strategies to create and maintain an organized environment while enhancing your English vocabulary in the process!
Jul 29, 2024 • 17min
Bonus episode #112 – Visiting Osaka
Get ready for an exciting journey to Osaka! The host is thrilled about a unique meetup with listeners and diving into his love for shopping, especially for running shoes and vinyl records. He shares nostalgic reflections on past visits while emphasizing a desire for a more personal adventure, avoiding typical tourist traps. Plus, there's discussion on enhancing English skills through real-life travel experiences. Join him in exploring the vibrant culture and community of Osaka!
Jul 25, 2024 • 32min
Chatterbox #324 – Childhood discipline and punishment
Discover how childhood discipline and punishment vary across cultures and generations as hosts share personal stories. Gain insights into the effectiveness and impact of different punishments. Learn about current trends in child discipline and improve your English vocabulary through real-life examples and cultural insights.
Jul 21, 2024 • 22min
Bonus episode #111 – Things I’m looking forward to
In this podcast, the host talks about his upcoming trip to Canada. He shares his excitement about reuniting with old friends in Victoria, swimming in Okanagan Lake, and visiting Banff in the Rocky Mountains. The episode covers summer activities, outdoor adventures, and Canadian geography, offering listeners a glimpse into the host's personal experiences and travel plans.
Jul 17, 2024 • 35min
Simplified Speech #199 – Bike lanes
Andrew and Suzanne discuss the pros and cons of bike lanes in cities, including how different cities approach cycling infrastructure. They talk about biking culture, safety measures, and the impact on pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Learn about the significance of bike lanes in improving safety for cyclists and the risks of cycling without designated lanes.
Jul 14, 2024 • 42min
Bonus episode #110 – Too good to be true
Discussing the running trend's pros and cons with an emphasis on the challenges of finding good running shoes. The host shares a personal experience with counterfeit shoes and frustrations with marathon sign-ups. Explore the difficulties of registering for popular marathons and the increased demand for running equipment.
Jul 11, 2024 • 30min
Chatterbox #323 – Recognizing anxiety
Explore the world of anxiety with Andrew and Anna as they share personal experiences and practical tips. Learn about different forms of anxiety, how it affects language-speaking scenarios, and how to shift to a positive mindset. Discover the benefits of managing anxiety through exercise and becoming a Culips member for extra resources.
Jul 7, 2024 • 26min
Bonus episode #109 – The lovebugs
Andrew talks about the recent lovebug outbreak in Seoul and shares his experience dealing with them. Learn about the lovebugs, insect-related vocabulary, idioms, and cultural insights on pest control. Join the English-speaking practice on Culips Discord server.
