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Culips Everyday English Podcast

Summary: 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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 Bonus episode #079 – Life is weird | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 30:56

Bonus episode #079 - Life is weird Episode description In this bonus episode, Andrew tells two stories about coincidences. He talks about buying a Nintendo, meeting one of his favorite podcast hosts, cold winds, closed stores, Hongdae cults, and meeting a Culips listener. Listen for fun and surprising tales! Study with the interactive transcript: click here Become a Culips member: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here Chatterbox 251 - Interview with Jonson Lee: click here Simplified Speech 185 - Nintendo power: click here

 Fluency Files #67: Mood boosters | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 8:21

Today, we're sharing a special episode from our Fluency Files series, which is usually for Culips members only. In this one, Andrew talks about the 5 ways he boosts his mood to feel better when he’s tired or stressed. Culips members get a study guide for this episode which includes an interactive transcript, vocabulary glossary, detailed vocabulary explanations with example sentences, listening comprehension questions, and prompts for speaking and writing practice. Click here to sign up and become a Culips member. Click here to join our Discord community for free to practice your English speaking with our community: This episode includes a performance by the Musicians from Marlboro (string quartet), originally published by the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. The clip has been edited for this episode. This work is used under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 3.0 License. To view a copy of this license, click here. What is the Fluency Files? The Fluency Files is our special series for Culips Members. Each episode features a short audio story and comes with a transcript and study guide. The Fluency Files is perfect for deep studying and intensive English learning. We recommend it to anyone who wants to make big breakthroughs with their English skills. To get access to the entire Fluency Files library, sign up and become a Culips Member on culips.com. Or check out this page to learn more about the Culips Fluency Files.

 Bonus episode #078 – Home alone | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 17:03

Bonus episode #078 - Home alone Episode description In this bonus episode, Andrew shares his experience of spending a week alone at home while his wife was away in Japan. He also discusses their reunion and the amazing gifts she brought back for him. Tune in to hear all the details! Study with the interactive transcript: click here Become a Culips member: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here

 Simplified Speech #185 – Nintendo power | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 22:27

In this fun episode, Kassy and Andrew share their love of video games with each other. They mostly talk about games from the Nintendo franchise, which is famous for characters like Mario and Pikachu. Kassy chats about the cooperative game she has been playing with her husband on her Nintendo Switch recently and Andrew mentions his desire to buy a Switch himself. If you have nostalgia for classic Nintendo games, then this is the episode for you! Fun facts Nintendo did not start out as a video game company – in fact, it was founded in 1889 as a producer of playing cards. Its first at-home console was called the Color TV-Game and it was first released in 1977. Expressions included in the study guide * toss-up * to mull something over * to drop the ball * one’s jam * to trash talk / trash talker * in one’s wheelhouse Copyright: Culips.com For more information about this episode, visit culips.com. Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke for Free Image:  Alvarordesign (Unsplash.com)

 Bonus episode #077 – The spontaneous chef | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 23:13

Bonus episode #077 - The spontaneous chef Episode description In this episode, Andrew shares a story about finding the perfect sofa for his living room. He talks about the challenges of finding In this bonus episode, join Andrew as he tells a story about an unplanned cooking adventure. Listen as he talks about deciding to make homemade pizza, sharing his experiences from selecting ingredients to the final delicious outcome. This episode is perfect for improving your English fluency and learning new vocabulary, all while enjoying a lighthearted story about kitchen experiments and culinary surprises. Study with the interactive transcript: click here Become a Culips member: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here

 Chatterbox #311 – The Taylor Swift effect | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 27:42

In this episode, Andrew and Anna explore the 'Taylor Swift effect,' which refers to Taylor Swift’s influence on her fans and society in general. They discuss the impact of her work, her personality, and the factors contributing to her remarkable success. If you’re a Taylor Swift fan or simply want to learn more about her, give this episode a listen! Fun facts Did you know that you can now study Taylor Swift at universities? Some colleges and universities offer classes dedicated to analyzing her songs, influence, and impact on pop culture. Could you picture yourself majoring in the subject of Taylor Swift? Expressions included in the study guide * To live under a rock * To relate to [someone/something] * The girl/boy next door * To hit in a different way * To hold [one’s cards close to [one’s] chest * To have a bone to pick Copyright: Culips.com For more information about this episode, visit culips.com. Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke for Free Image:  Nickpanek620 (Pixabay.com)

 Bonus episode #076 – Daisy’s big day | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 34:40

Bonus episode #076 - Daisy’s big day Episode description In this episode, Andrew shares his experience of attending a unique wedding at a beer brewery. Tune in for a fun story that will help boost your English fluency. Study with the interactive transcript: click here Become a Culips member: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here Check out Armchair Expert: click here

 Simplified Speech #184 – Andrew and Kassy catch up (again) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 21:38

After a couple of weeks apart, hosts Andrew and Kassy reunite in this episode to catch up! They talk about Kassy's recent trip to South Korea and a health issue that Andrew has been facing. They also share their love for Korean food and discuss the dishes they crave the most when they’re out of the country. Fun facts Mudeungsan is a beautiful mountain located in a national park. It provides stunning views of Gwangju city and has many hiking trails to explore. South Korea is home to twenty-two national parks, covering a remarkable 6.6% of the country's total land area! Expressions included in the study guide * Someone’s neck of the woods * To rest up * To be wiped out * To clog up * To compensate for * A cliffhanger Copyright: Culips.com For more information about this episode, visit culips.com. Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke for Free Image:  Pexels.com

 Bonus episode #075 – A sofa story | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 28:42

Bonus episode #075 - A sofa story Episode description In this episode, Andrew shares a story about finding the perfect sofa for his living room. He talks about the challenges of finding the right size, fabric, and color. Listen to hear all about the ups and downs of his sofa saga and improve your English fluency along the way. Study with the interactive transcript: click here Become a Culips member: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here

 Real Talk #60 – How to ask for a recommendation at a bookstore | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 30:07

Are you a bookworm? Do you enjoy reading books? In this episode, Andrew and Kassy discuss how to ask for a book recommendation at a library or a bookstore. They teach you many useful expressions that you can use in this situation and in various other everyday conversations. Make sure to listen to this lesson to improve your vocabulary and boost your speaking confidence! Fun facts Did you know that silent reading, which is a common thing today, wasn’t always normal in the history of reading? Back in ancient times, people typically read aloud, and silent reading was considered quite unusual. Traditionally, one reader would read texts out loud to an audience, because not many people could read, and books were rare as well. It’s fascinating how our reading habits have evolved over time! Expressions included in the study guide * Can you recommend something? * I’m open to anything * To check something out * It wouldn’t be my first choice * To catch [one’s] interest * To be up for [something] * One of my top [number] reads * You won’t regret it Copyright: Culips.com For more information about this episode, visit culips.com. Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke for Free Image: Tima Miroshnichenko (Pexels.com)

 Bonus episode #074 – Memories of a marathon | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 42:25

Bonus episode #074 - Memories of a marathon Episode description In this week's bonus episode, Andrew recounts the story of running in the Gyeongju Marathon. Listen along to hear about the highs and lows of the experience, including getting stuck in a traffic jam, being caught on live TV in an embarrassing moment, smashing a personal record, and feeling too old to celebrate! Study with the interactive transcript: click here Become a Culips member: click here Verify your Culips membership: click here Bonus episode 61: click here

 Simplified Speech #183 – Regions of the USA | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 37:05

As you can imagine, a country as large as the United States has many regions with their own distinct personalities. In this episode, Andrew and Kassy chat about all of the different regions in the United States. They discuss things like food, culture, accents, natural features, and demographics. If you’d like to learn more about culture in the United States, then this episode is for you! Fun facts The United States contains a multitude of dialects. Depending on the resources you’ve taken advantage of in your English learning journey, you may be using a blend of different linguistic styles! Expressions included in the study guide * Waspy * To be built up * To lump together * Indigenous * To push back * Overrated/underrated Copyright: Culips.com For more information about this episode, visit culips.com. Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke for Free Image: Raghavendra V. Konkathi (Unsplash.com)

 Bonus episode #073 – History lesson | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 33:10

Bonus episode #073 - History lesson Episode description In this episode, Andrew talks about the history of Culips from its early days as one of the first English-language education podcasts, to where it’s at today! Plus, he answers a very frequently asked question: What does the word “Culips” mean? Become a Culips member: click here Study with the interactive transcript: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here Listen to Confident Business English with Anna: click here

 Simplified Speech #182 – Time versus money | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 19:51

Join Andrew and Kassy as they discuss the timeless debate of Time vs. Money. They share their perspectives, talk about how age changes our views on that matter, and discuss what they prefer to spend money on. Also, they chat about what they would do if there were more than 24 hours in a day in the bonus part of the episode. Fun facts Recent studies show that, after the pandemic, more people prefer spending their money on experiences rather than material possessions. According to research by Consumer Reports in 2023, 66% of people between the ages of 25 and 34 would choose experiences over physical items, which is a significant change from the 12% reported in 2021. Respondents claim that memories last longer than material possessions. Expressions included in the study guide * At the end of the day * To beat around the bush * To work your way up * Sign me up * Back to the grind * Let's put it this way Copyright: Culips.com For more information about this episode, visit culips.com. Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke for Free Image: Karolina Grabowska (Pexels.com)

 Bonus episode #072 – Cherry on top | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 33:15

Bonus episode #072 - Cherry on top Episode description In this episode, Andrew discusses a moment of truth and recounts a comical visit to a local clinic in his neighborhood. Plus, in the vocabulary lesson, he teaches you about the expression, "the cherry on top." Become a Culips member: click here Study with the interactive transcript: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here

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