Culips Everyday English Podcast

Culips English Podcast
Culips Everyday English Podcast

Learning English is tough stuff, but we're here to help every step of the way. This podcast is for English language learners who want to improve their lives by becoming fluent in English. Our high-quality lessons are free, fun and taught by our expert hosts. Listening to Culips is like sitting in on an interesting chat between good friends. Your fluency, listening skills, vocabulary, and pronunciation will improve naturally as you get to know our hosts and learn about interesting topics and trends in Canada and around the world. Get awesome at English, with Culips!

  1. 6일 전

    Simplified Speech #208 – Kassy’s a mom!

    In this episode of Simplified Speech, Andrew talks with new-mom, Kassy! She recently gave birth to a healthy baby boy, and she tells us all about her pregnancy, childbirth, and the early days of caring for a newborn. Listen to hear about her daily routine, the unexpected challenges she faced, and the cultural differences that shape her new life as a parent. What you will learn: * Cultural Insights: Discover how birth and parenting practices differ in Korea, especially in terms of hospital policies and traditions like the "100th day" celebration. * Parenting Vocabulary: Learn helpful English terms related to pregnancy, childbirth, and baby care. * Family Life Challenges: Understand the common struggles of new parents, including diapering, breastfeeding, and adjusting to a new routine. * Personal Stories: Hear Kassy's unique experiences and lessons from her journey into motherhood. How this episode will improve your English: Vocabulary Expansion: Learn useful expressions and terms related to parenting, family life, and cultural traditions. Listening Skills: Improve your ability to follow natural conversations and personal stories between native speakers. Cultural Understanding: Gain insight into family dynamics and cultural differences, enhancing your ability to understand real-life situations. Practical Expressions: Pick up everyday phrases that can help you discuss family life and personal experiences in English. The Best Way to Learn with This Episode: * Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, and ad-free audio for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. * Become a Culips member now: Click here. * Members can access the ad-free version here: Click here. * Join our Discord community to connect with other learners and get more English practice. Click here to join.

    26분
  2. 12월 13일

    Simplified Speech #207 – Unforgettable concerts

    What’s the best concert you’ve ever been to? In this episode of Simplified Speech, Andrew and Indiana talk about some of the best live music shows they’ve ever seen. They share what made these concerts special, from the wild energy of mosh pits to the excitement of finding new bands. This episode is perfect for English learners who love music and want to improve their listening skills and learn about the cultural side of English. And who knows, you might even discover a new band you really like! How this episode will improve your English: * Grow your English listening skills: Hear a real, everyday English conversation between native speakers about concerts and music. * Learn new music vocabulary: Discover words like “psych rock,” “crowdsurfing,” “moshing,” and “opener” and understand how to use them. * Get cultural insights: Understand concert culture in English-speaking countries and learn about well-known bands, like Talking Heads and Weezer. * Stay motivated with fun topics: Enjoy learning English by listening to stories and experiences about live music shows you’ll find interesting. The best way to learn with this lesson: * Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, quiz, ad-free audio, and more for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. * Sign up and become a Culips member now! * Members can access the ad-free version here: Click here. * Join our Discord community to connect with other learners and get more English practice. Click here to join. * Click here to listen to a playlist of the bands mentioned in this episode!

    34분
  3. 12월 6일

    Simplified Speech #206 – Impulse trip to Norway

    In this episode of Simplified Speech, Andrew is joined by Alina to discuss her recent spontaneous trip to Norway. Alina shares how she made a last-minute decision to visit the country, motivated by her love for Scandinavian coffee and her desire to experience the famous Norwegian sauna. Throughout the episode, Alina also talks about her first impressions of Norway, the challenges of traveling spontaneously, and some cultural surprises she encountered. Join the conversation to hear about Alina’s quick getaway and how sometimes the best travel experiences are the ones you don’t plan! How this episode will improve your English: * Vocabulary building: Learn expressions related to spontaneous decisions, travel, and cultural experiences. * New expressions: Understand and use useful expressions like "to sleep on it," "a far cry," and "to follow suit" in everyday conversations. * Listening skills: Improve your ability to follow a natural, real-life conversation between two fluent speakers. * Cultural context: Gain a better understanding of how travel experiences and cultural norms can differ between countries, helping you in international discussions. The best way to learn with this lesson: * Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, quiz, ad-free audio, and more for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. * Sign up and become a Culips member now! * Members can access the ad-free version here: Click here. * Join our Discord community to connect with other learners and get more English practice. Click here to join.

    32분
  4. 12월 2일

    Bonus episode #128 – Sunday funday

    In this week’s bonus episode, Andrew takes you on a fun Sunday trip through Jegidong, a neighborhood in Seoul. Follow along as he and his wife find a small, hidden Chinese restaurant and visit a lively local market, buying fresh fruit and enjoying the busy, bustling atmosphere. To top it all off, they relax at a café with a fascinating history as an old movie theater. How this episode will improve your English: * Listening Practice: Get better at understanding English by following Andrew’s interesting and easy-to-follow stories. Hear how native speakers talk in everyday conversations. * New Vocabulary: Learn words about food, markets, and exploring cities. Discover phrases like “hole-in-the-wall,” “bustling,” and “medicinal ingredients.” * Idioms and Expressions: Pick up fun sayings like “chow down,” “go to town,” and “pat yourself on the back.” See how they’re used and try them in your own sentences. * Cultural Knowledge: Learn about life in Korea, the food people love, and what makes local neighborhoods special. * Pronunciation Practice: Listen to Andrew’s clear and natural speech. Copy his way of speaking to sound more fluent and confident in English. * Speaking skills: Join discussions with other listeners on the Culips Discord server for additional speaking practice. Important links: * Become a Culips member * Study with the interactive transcript * Join the Culips Discord server * Small-group discussion class schedule (member only)

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Learning English is tough stuff, but we're here to help every step of the way. This podcast is for English language learners who want to improve their lives by becoming fluent in English. Our high-quality lessons are free, fun and taught by our expert hosts. Listening to Culips is like sitting in on an interesting chat between good friends. Your fluency, listening skills, vocabulary, and pronunciation will improve naturally as you get to know our hosts and learn about interesting topics and trends in Canada and around the world. Get awesome at English, with Culips!

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