Culips Everyday English Podcast
Culips English Podcast
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.
Episodes
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Dec 21, 2023 • 17min
Simplified Speech #186 – Christmas 2023
Andrew and Kassy discuss Christmas preparations and traditions, sharing childhood memories, exploring how Christmas is celebrated in different countries. They also talk about the world record for the most lights on a house and discuss Christmas decorations and trees. Additionally, they discuss Christmas celebrations in Thailand and their own plans, as well as the joy of enjoying scones on Christmas morning.
Dec 17, 2023 • 18min
Bonus episode #081 – Gabby Girl
The podcast tells a story about receiving a mysterious DM on Instagram, which leads to the speaker and his wife agreeing to watch a dog named Gabby. They discuss their decision to bring Gabby into their home after the loss of their previous dog and the challenges they face while babysitting her.
Dec 13, 2023 • 30min
Real Talk #61 – Asking for a recommendation letter
Learn useful expressions for asking for a recommendation letter. Discover the history and purpose of recommendation letters. Explore the significance of extracurricular activities in college applications. Get tips on choosing a major and specializing within your field of study.
Dec 10, 2023 • 27min
Bonus episode #080 – Christmas market chaos
Join Andrew as he talks about unseasonably warm weather, running down stairs, a chaotic Christmas market, Glühwein, and a winning hockey team!
Dec 7, 2023 • 29min
Chatterbox #312 – Gaslighting
The hosts discuss the popular term 'gaslighting', its definition, history, and personal experiences. They highlight its impact and tactics used, exploring its presence in relationships and modern discourse. The podcast provides thought-provoking insights on psychology and offers exclusive resources for Culips members.
Dec 3, 2023 • 31min
Bonus episode #079 – Life is weird
Andrew shares two interesting stories about coincidences, including buying a Nintendo on the same day a Nintendo episode was released. They explore para-social relationships in podcasting and discuss scams in a multicultural Korean neighborhood. They also reflect on a special encounter with a listener and offer encouraging words for English learners.
Dec 2, 2023 • 8min
Fluency Files #67: Mood boosters
In this special episode, Andrew shares his top 5 strategies for boosting his mood when tired or stressed. Topics include outdoor activities, exercise, power naps, snacks, sunshine, and funny videos.
Nov 26, 2023 • 17min
Bonus episode #078 – Home alone
Andrew shares his experience of being home alone while his wife travels to Japan, discussing their reunion and the amazing gifts she brought back for him. They reflect on travel desires, the value of freedom, and the joy of receiving surprises.
Nov 24, 2023 • 22min
Simplified Speech #185 – Nintendo power
Kassy and Andrew discuss their love of video games, particularly Nintendo, sharing their experiences playing co-op games and their desire to buy a Nintendo Switch. They talk about the history of Nintendo as a playing card company, and express their nostalgia for classic Nintendo games. They also discuss the competitive nature of games like Dance Dance Revolution and Mario Kart, and how playing these games has become a language exercise for them. They compare their preferences between books and the Nintendo Switch, and mention a cute puzzle story game called Professor Layton.
Nov 20, 2023 • 23min
Bonus episode #077 – The spontaneous chef
In this bonus episode, Andrew shares a story about an unplanned cooking adventure, making homemade pizza. He discusses selecting ingredients, searching for recipes, and the excitement of culinary surprises. Perfect for improving English fluency and learning new vocabulary, this lighthearted story is about kitchen experiments and delicious outcomes.
