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.
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Oct 13, 2023 • 23min
Simplified Speech #181 – Doin’ the chores
Andrew and Kassy discuss their approach to splitting chores, share cleaning tips and life hacks, and explore the benefits of doing chores. They also talk about hiring cleaning help, preferred cleaning products, and the impact of a busy social life on cleanliness.
Oct 9, 2023 • 25min
Bonus episode #071 – Train to Busan
The podcast discusses a trip to Busan, South Korea, exploring its cool vibes, beautiful beaches, and transformed industrial area with cafes and stores. The speaker also shares their failed attempt to visit Busan during a festival, and introduces a vocabulary lesson on the expression 'on dinner duty'.
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Oct 5, 2023 • 22min
Simplified Speech #180 – Fast fashion
Andrew and Kassy discuss the problem with fast fashion, including its impact on workers and the environment. They explore the concept of slow fashion as an alternative, which promotes sustainable and thoughtful consumption. The hosts also delve into the influence of fashion trends and advertisements on teenagers and young adults, highlighting the role of social media platforms like Instagram. They address the issue of clothing waste and the negative impacts of fast fashion, such as financial constraints and the lack of affordable, sustainable options in the market.
Oct 1, 2023 • 41min
Bonus episode #070 – A real nice surprise
The host shares their experience of celebrating Chusok with their family. They reminisce about Sunday family dinners and a surprising experience. The podcast announces Q-Lips membership benefits and a recent surprise event. The speaker reconnects with an old friend, exploring Seoul and trying local cuisine. Lastly, they discuss the concept of a rodeo and the idiom 'not your first rodeo'.
Sep 29, 2023 • 31min
Real Talk #059 – How to deal with noisy neighbours
Andrew and Kassy discuss tips for handling noisy neighbors, including maintaining composure, researching building guidelines, and keeping records. They provide examples of polite conversations and expressions of appreciation. The hosts also explore the meaning of 'don't hesitate to ask' and effective communication strategies for addressing neighbor complaints.
Sep 24, 2023 • 27min
Bonus episode #069 – Goodbye King Pinky
In this podcast episode, Andrew shares the heart-wrenching story of saying goodbye to his pet dog, Pinky. They discuss Pinky's health scare, mysterious change in behavior, and the difficult decision to put him down. The hosts also teach the expression 'set off your alarm bells' and express gratitude to the listeners.
Sep 21, 2023 • 29min
Simplified Speech #179 – How Kassy spent her summer in Europe
Kassy shares her adventures in Sweden, Italy, and Scotland. She visited her family, went hiking, stayed in a 15th-century castle, and volunteered at an Eco Lodge. Scandinavians prioritize English education and use subtitles for movies, improving their listening skills at an early age. The hosts discuss their experiences in Sweden, including exploring Stockholm and visiting royal palaces. They also share stories from their time in Scotland, exploring national parks and trying Scottish and British food. They express interest in visiting Italy and discuss their volunteer work and ways to support the podcast.
Sep 18, 2023 • 40min
Bonus episode #068 – The sixth spot
In this bonus episode, Andrew shares his adventure participating in a half marathon in Gwangju, South Korea. He talks about the challenges of running in the countryside and adjusting to hilly terrains. Andrew also compares the subway systems in Gwangju and Seoul and shares a useful English idiom: 'To snore your head off'.
Sep 14, 2023 • 29min
Chatterbox #310 – The troubling world of deep fakes
The hosts explore the world of deep fakes, discussing its pros and cons, its emergence in mainstream media and entertainment, the legality surrounding it, and its potential therapeutic uses.
Sep 8, 2023 • 25min
Catch Word #272 – Bear with me
Learn the expressions 'bear with me' and 'hang tight' for politely asking someone to wait. Waiting can be stressful for our bodies. Other expressions include 'to line up', 'to come across as', and 'to get something across'. The hosts discuss security checks at stadiums and casual expressions used in cafes.
