Culips Everyday English Podcast

Have you ever dreamed of visiting an English-speaking country? Get ready for your travels with this Real Talk episode, where Andrew and Morag discuss some of the most useful phrases for asking for directions. Fun facts At 9.985 million km2, Canada is the second largest country in the world, right behind Russia. The name CanadaRead More

Have you ever wondered what on earth the Culips hosts mean when they say gonna, lotta, or kinda? Join Andrew and Morag as they explain these common contractions. Fun facts Depending on the dictionary or grammar website that you consult, you may see a hold written as one word (ahold) or two words (a hold).Read More

Join Andrew as he talks to Paula, the new author of a book written specifically for adult ESL learners! Come take it easy and learn all about Paula, a Brazilian immigrant to the United States who has achieved her American dream. Fun facts In 2014, according to the Migration Policy Institute, about 79% of householdsRead More

Welcome to Culips’s first Real Talk episode, where we explain practical expressions and vocabulary to help you get around in English-speaking places! In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne teach you extremely useful phrases for taking a cab. Expressions you’ll learn in this episode Anywhere on the right/left is fine Drop me off somewhere Keep theRead More

In today’s episode, Andrew gets to know Ben M, a new ESL teacher from the United States. Join Andrew and Ben M as they talk about everything from teaching English to Indiana slang to self-driving cars. Expressions you’ll learn in this episode Me time To knock on wood Hype stereotype All over the place Copyright:Audio/LearningRead More

Do you know what’s just around the corner? On July 1st, it’s Canada Day! Join Andrew and Morag as they talk about the ways they celebrate their nation’s birthday. Whether you celebrate with fireworks or with cultural festivals, Canada Day is a day to party hard! Expressions you’ll learn in this episode To ring aRead More

Here’s a fact that might blow your mind: Canada has a queen. Join Andrew and Morag as they discuss how Canada ended up with a queen, some notable royals, and their personal opinions on the monarchy. Expressions included in the Study Guide A kick-off In the public eye A big deal To blow your mindRead More

If you’re angry and want to make your feelings known, it’s time to raise hell with Andrew and Morag as they discuss three expressions for publicly expressing anger and frustration: to cause a scene, to make a stink, and to raise hell. Expressions included in the Study Guide To ring a bell Trivia To beRead More

Do you want to jazz up your morning or evening routine with some fun expressions? Join Andrew and Morag as they introduce and explain some idioms related to getting ready for the day and getting ready for bed. Expressions included in the Study Guide To put your eyes in/to take your eye out To putRead More

First jobs aren’t usually glamorous, but they can make for some interesting stories! Join Andrew and Morag in this episode as they discuss their first experiences in the working world and some of the surprising ways their jobs worked out for them. Expressions included in the Study Guide To go ahead with something Win/win ToRead More

In this episode, Andrew interviews Morag, the newest member of the Culips team. Join Andrew as he gets to know all the nerdy details about our newest co-host! Expressions included in the Study Guide Rookie mistake Edgy To stick with it To let something slide Trial and error Copyright:Audio/Learning Materials: Culips English Learning Podcast

Drinking coffee is a common part of North American life. While you can drink coffee by yourself, cafés and coffee shops make coffee a part of many people’s social lives. In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne discuss their personal coffee habits and some of the interesting experiences they’ve had in cafés and coffee shops. SoRead More

In this episode of Simplified Speech, Andrew and Suzanne discuss the various ways of navigating a city. Should you Have you ever wondered how to show your mom you care? In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne discuss the special things they do for their mothers on Mother’s Day. Whether it’s a surprise visit or aRead More

In this episode Andrew and Suzanne explain a few popular expressions related to runny noses and undone zippers. Join them as they chat about how to slyly alert a friend to an embarrassing problem! Expressions included in the Study Guide A bear in the cave/a bat in the cave A snotty nose A booger XYZRead More

Checking our inbox is something most of us do every day. In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne conclude their chat about email. Join them as they discuss some useful expressions to use, and some expressions to avoid, when writing emails! Expressions included in the Study Guide To dive into something Big A lightbulb goes offRead More