Culips Everyday English Podcast

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

Sending and receiving email is something that lots of people do every day. In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne talk all about email. Join them as they chat about their first email addresses, how emailing has changed over the years, and their email habits. Plus, Suzanne reveals a hilarious problem she has with her inbox!Read More

What’s your favourite source of news? That’s the topic of conversation in this Simplified Speech episode. Join Andrew and Suzanne as they talk about how they use the Internet, podcasts, and social media to stay up to date and informed. Expressions included in the Study Guide Back episodes The gist To take up space ToRead More

In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne define and explain two phrasal verb expressions related to stopping: to peter out and to conk out. Join them as they chat about the meanings of these two expressions and how and when to use them! Expressions included in the Study Guide A whole whack of something To beRead More

Hollywood’s biggest night of glitz and glamour is just around the corner. In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne talk all about the Oscars. Join them as they discuss the current controversy surrounding this year’s awards, their favourite moments from past Oscar shows, and their predictions for who will win this year! Expressions included in theRead More