Culips Everyday English Podcast

In this episode, Andrew and Maura get together to take another edition of the New Words Quiz. Join them as they test their knowledge of new English words! Expressions included in the Study Guide To chew the fat To stump someone Dead meat Final answer The bro code Back in the game Hindsight is 20/20Read More

In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and our new co-host Suzanne talk about Valentine’s Day! Suzanne tells a mysterious story about a secret admirer and Andrew talks about a haircut worth crying over. So take a listen; we think you’ll love it! Expressions included in the Study Guide The roots of something There you goRead More

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work as a bartender? In this, another special two-part Chatterbox episode (this is part 2), Andrew interviews his friend and bandmate Ben, who works as a bartender in Montreal. Join them as they talk about their friendship and some of the highs and lows of working inRead More

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work as a bartender? In this, another special two-part Chatterbox episode (this is part 1), Andrew interviews his friend and bandmate Ben, who works as a bartender in Montreal. Join them as they talk about their friendship and some of the highs and lows of working inRead More

Andrew and Maura are back with another episode of Around the Culips water cooler! Join them as they talk about a mixed bag of interesting, weird, and wacky news stories from around the world. Expressions included in the Study Guide To have a frog in your throat Sluggish A trade-off To get pushed around ToRead More

Every country has banks, but banks operate differently in every country. In this episode, Andrew and Maura sit down for a chat about banking in Canada. Join them as they talk about opening their first bank accounts, technological advances in banking, and annoying bank fees! Expressions included in the Study Guide To take a walkRead More

There’s more than one way to talk about marriage. In this episode, Andrew and Maura explore some popular slang expressions related to getting married. If you’re thinking about popping the question, this show is a must-listen Expressions included in the Study Guide Can always / could always To ask for someone’s hand in marriage ToRead More

Many people would love to visit Canada but are worried about the cost. Fear not! In this episode, Harp and Andrew talk all about how to visit Canada on a shoestring budget. They provide great recommendations about where to stay, what to eat, and what to do while on a Canadian vacation so that youRead More

In this special two-part Chatterbox episode (this is part 2), Andrew talks with Jessica from All Ears English. Join them for their conversation about the IELTS exam, test preparation, and the importance of setting long-term goals. If you plan on taking a standardized English test at some point in the future, don’t miss either partRead More

In this special two-part Chatterbox episode (this is part 1), Andrew talks with Jessica from All Ears English. Join them for their conversation about the IELTS exam, test preparation, and the importance of setting long-term goals. If you plan on taking a standardized English test at some point in the future, don’t miss either partRead More

Sometimes you just gotta know when to quit. Today’s episode is all about ending things! Join Harp and Andrew as they introduce, explain, and discuss three expressions that can be used when things end suddenly or prematurely. Expressions included in the Study Guide At the end of the day To pull the plug Back inRead More

Today’s episode features an interview with one of Andrew’s best friends, Luke. Join them as they talk about how they met, Luke’s experiences living in Asia, and his hilarious stories about travelling in Australia! Expressions included in the Study Guide To get used to something A morning person The sweet spot To bond over somethingRead More

Are you a morning person? If so, this episode is for you! Join Andrew and Maura for a conversation about what they do each and every morning. You’ll learn more about them than you ever thought you would! Expressions included in the Study Guide To get used to something A morning person The sweet spotRead More

Do you dream every night? In this episode, Andrew and Harp take a trip to dreamland. Join them as they talk all about dreams, nightmares, and bizarre sleep habits. Don’t sleep on this episode. It’s not to be missed! Expressions included in the Study Guide Flabbergasted To recharge your batteries A trigger An old wives’Read More

Have you ever pretended to be something you’re not? If so, you’ll relate to today’s Catchword episode. Join Andrew and Maura as they introduce and explain three expressions that are used to describe people and things that are inauthentic or fake.  Expressions included in the study guide To be on it Laid-back Fishy To frontRead More