Have you ever wondered about the pros and cons of bike lanes in cities? In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Suzanne discuss the topic of bike lanes, sharing their personal experiences and opinions on cycling infrastructure. They talk about the pros and cons of bike lanes, how different cities approach cycling, and the impact on pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers.
What you will learn in this episode:
Bike lane basics: Understand what bike lanes are and their purpose in city infrastructure.
Different perspectives: Hear from both a casual cyclist and a more experienced cycling hobbyist about their views on bike lanes.
City comparisons: Discover how bike infrastructure varies between cities like Montreal, Toronto, and Seoul.
Cycling culture: Learn about cycling culture and how it influences city planning and transportation.
How you will improve your English with this episode:
Grow your vocabulary: Learn new words and expressions related to cycling and city infrastructure.
Listening practice: Improve your listening skills with natural, engaging conversations.
Fluent conversation skills: Practice understanding and using English in discussions about everyday topics like transportation and safety
English speaking practice: Join discussions with other listeners on the Culips Discord server for additional speaking practice.
Important links:
Study with the interactive transcript
Join the Culips Discord server
Small-group discussion class schedule (member only)
Expressions included in the study guide
You gotta do what you gotta do
Don’t get me started
To push one’s luck
Not all [noun] are created equal
To hog
A me thing
Simplified Speech #199 – Bike lanes | Culips Everyday English Podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
