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 gam...
Nov 24, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Nov 20, 2023•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Andrew and Anna explore the 'Taylor Swift effect,' which refers to Taylor Swifts 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 youre 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 so...
Nov 18, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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
Nov 12, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 theyre 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 nat...
Nov 11, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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
Nov 05, 2023•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, wasnt always normal in the history of reading? Back ...
Nov 03, 2023•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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
Oct 29, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 youd 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 youve taken advantage...
Oct 27, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 its 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
Oct 22, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 Cons...
Oct 19, 2023•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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
Oct 16, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Nobody likes to do chores, but we all have to do them. In this episode, Andrew and Kassy discuss how they split chores in their households, and chat about cleaning services while sharing some useful cleaning tips and life hacks. Join in to improve your listening and speaking skills while picking up essential vocabulary! Fun facts Most of us arent fans of doing chores, but there are actually numerous benefits to them. Cleaning can boost your immune system, reduce stress, improve your mood, increa...
Oct 13, 2023•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Andrew talks about a trip he took over the weekend with his wife to Busan. Plus in the vocabulary lesson, he teaches you about the expression Im on dinner duty. Become a Culips member: click here Study with the interactive transcript: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here Visit the Le Meets brunch cafe Instagram: click here
Oct 09, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Andrew and Kassy tackle a big topic in this episode the problem with fast fashion. Fast fashion is when clothes are made quickly and cheaply, so people can buy new styles often and at low prices. Although this sounds like a good thing, its bad for the workers who make the clothing and its bad for the environment. Give this episode a listen and learn about the topic of fast fashion and Andrew and Kassys personal relationships to fashion. Fun facts In response to the fast fashion industry, some pe...
Oct 05, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Andrew shares a story about a surprise visit from an old friend. Plus, in the vocabulary lesson, he teaches you about the idiom not your first rodeo. Become a Culips member: click here Study with the interactive transcript: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here
Oct 01, 2023•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Andrew and Kassy discuss how to handle noisy neighbours in this Real Talk episode. Dealing with noisy neighbours can be challenging, but with the right approach you might be able to solve the problem without losing your cool. This episode features several useful expressions for bringing up topics that arent easy to discuss and for addressing conflict. Fun facts There are often local laws called noise ordinances. These limit how much noise you are allowed to make at certain times of day, such as ...
Sep 29, 2023•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Andrew talks about saying goodbye to his pet dog, Pinky. Plus in the vocabulary lesson, he teaches you the expression to set off your alarm bells. Become a Culips member: click here Study with the interactive transcript: click here Join the Culips Discord server: click here Bonus episode 57: click here Culips Instagram: click here
Sep 24, 2023•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Kassy and Andrew talk about Kassys trip to Europe. Kassy shares her adventures in Sweden, Italy, and Scotland. During this trip, she visited her family, went hiking, stayed in a 15th-century castle, and volunteered at an Eco Lodge. Listen to this Simplified Speech episode to hear all the exciting details! Fun facts Did you know that around 80% of Scandinavians speak English fluently? English is prioritized in their education, starting from a young age. But theres something else:...
Sep 21, 2023•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast The bonus series is back! Join Andrew as he shares a story about his recent adventure down south in Gwangju, where he caught up with friends and tackled a challenging half marathon along a scenic forest road. Plus, in the vocabulary lesson, Andrew will teach you a useful English idiom: "To snore your head off." Study with the interactive transcript here: Listen to the interview with Indiana here: Join the Culips Discord server here: Details about the Culips course:
Sep 18, 2023•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In our modern world, technology is changing our lives all the time, and mostly, its making things better. But there are some tech innovations that can be a little worrying, even scary. In this episode, Andrew and Anna dive into the world of deepfakes. They explore their pros and cons and discuss how they might affect our future. If youre interested in the world of modern technology and its hidden dangers, this episode is for you! References in this episode: Savages by Alltta: click here Miles Fi...
Sep 14, 2023•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you needed someone to wait patiently while you handled something? In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Kassy teach you two expressions you can use in such situations: bear with me and hang tight. Catch Word is a Culips series that teaches you idioms, phrasal verbs, and expressions used in everyday life. With Catch Word, you learn common phrases used by native English speakers while listening to casual, natural conversations. Fun facts Did you k...
Sep 08, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Andrew talks about a new app that hes become addicted to and how he used that app to make an early morning purchase. Plus, in the vocabulary lesson he teaches you how to use the idiomatic expression to put words in [someones] mouth. Study with the interactive transcript here: Listen to the interview with Indiana here: Join the Culips Discord server here: Details about the Culips course:
Sep 05, 2023•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Andrew interviews one of Culips study guide writers, Indiana! He asks her about how she got interested in languages, how she became an English teacher, and what her hobbies are. Plus, Andrew and Indiana share an exciting piece of news a free Culips course that starts in October! Listen to this episode to find out more about this exciting English learning opportunity. Join our first live course to study Simplified Speech episodes with a native English-speaking teacher for free! C...
Sep 01, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Andrew shares a story about a miscommunication, meeting up for lunch with his brother-in-law, a funny thing that happened at the Apple store, and more in this edition of the bonus episode. Plus in the vocabulary lesson, he teaches you about the idiom to clear the air. Study with the interactive transcript here: Join the Culips Discord server here:
Aug 28, 2023•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast How often do you go to museums and art galleries? In this episode, Andrew and Kassy chat about the different kinds of art exhibits they enjoy visiting. They also talk about some of the reasons they do not always enjoy spending time at art galleries, including anxiety and the behaviour of other gallery-goers. Join the Culips Discord server here: Fun facts Did you know that there is a special word in the United States to refer to museum tour guides? Individuals who lead guided tours through art or...
Aug 25, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Andrew talks about forest fires raging in his hometown, marathon training, gifts from his mother-in-law, and more. Plus, in the vocabulary lesson, youll learn about the phrasal verb: to ramp up. Support Culips and take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. To sign up, visit Culips.com. Study with the interactive transcript here: Join the Culips Discord server here: Check out the cake quest and marathon test episode here: Check out the mushroom mystery episode here:...
Aug 21, 2023•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you prefer quality over quantity, or the other way around? Your answer will probably vary depending on the situation. In this Simplifies Speech episode, Andrew and Kassy talk about the idea of quality versus quantity when it comes to making choices in life. They share their preferences and discuss when quality matters more than quantity, and vice versa. Listen in to find out more and learn useful vocabulary to express your thoughts on quality and quantity in English! Fun facts When it comes t...
Aug 18, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Andrew talks about a fascinating and sad news story involving three deaths from eating poisonous mushrooms. Accident or crime? Listen to and decide for yourself! In the vocabulary lesson, youll learn about the phrasal verb to feel for (someone). Support Culips and take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. To sign up, visit Culips.com. Study with the interactive transcript here: Join the Culips Discord server here: Participate in the live stream here: Read the news article ...
Aug 13, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever tried something new that completely changed the way you live your daily life? These new technologies and experiences are often called game changers. In this episode, Andrew and Kassy discuss game changers, such as having a GPS in your car, AI assistants like ChatGPT, and streaming services like Netflix. Fun facts When you call something a game changer, it usually sounds positive. However, it can also be used neutrally or negatively. In any case, the most important criteria for a ga...
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