Culips English Podcast

Episode Description: In this episode, Andrew talks about following his favorite hockey team, the Vancouver Canucks, during the NHL playoffs. He shares his passion for the team and the highs and lows he felt throughout the season. Andrew also discusses the thrill of watching last-minute victories and the disappointment of their eventual elimination. This episodeRead More The post Bonus episode #104 – Cup quest first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Kassy talk about dealing with extreme weather, such as heat waves and cold snaps. They discuss their favorite methods for staying cool during heat waves. Then, they share experiences about staying warm during cold snaps, including the use of heating gadgets. By listening to this episode, you willRead More The post Simplified Speech #196 – Heat waves and cold snaps first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew reflects on the busy month of May, and talks about personal celebrations like his birthday and anniversary, and describes how he and his wife celebrated these special occasions. Andrew also talks about buying a new espresso machine and the joys (and challenges) of perfecting his coffee-making skills. As you listen toRead More The post Bonus episode #103 – Wild May first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Suzanne introduce two expressions to help you describe challenging situations in English: “To hit the fan” and “Everything’s gone south.” These phrases are helpful for expressing when things aren’t going well. By listening to this episode, you’ll learn what they mean, how to use them, and where theyRead More The post Catch Word #277 – Hit the fan first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew is interviewed about his life in South Korea by Alastair Budge, host of the English for Curious Minds podcast. Andrew discusses his journey from Canada to Korea, his initial experiences teaching English in a small mountain city, and how he handled cultural differences and embraced the unpredictability of life abroad. AsRead More The post Bonus episode #102 – Andrew gets interviewed first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Anna are trying out something new – they’re playing a conversation game! The goal of the game is to make deeper conversations, moving beyond small talk. The hosts go through a range of questions, from light-hearted to deep and thought-provoking, and then discuss each other’s responses. As they answerRead More The post Chatterbox #320 – Connecting through conversation first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew shares a story about going on a picnic with his wife to the Han River Park in Seoul, South Korea. He describes their preparation process, the convenient amenities available at the park, and the awesome time they shared together. As you listen to Andrew’s story, you’ll learn new vocabulary related toRead More The post Bonus episode #101 – Perfect Picnic first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Kassy will teach you two fun expressions to make your English even better: “spruce up” and “deck out.” You will learn how English speakers use these expressions to talk about making something look or work better. For example, you might spruce up your clothes for spring or deckRead More The post Catch Word #276 – Spruce it up first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Episode description: In this episode, Andrew interviews Jesús Florez, a Culips listener originally from Colombia. Jesús talks about his journey of becoming a highly proficient English speaker with an American-like accent. He discusses his background story of meeting his wife online and moving from Colombia to the United States. He tells Andrew all about theRead More The post Chatterbox #319 – Interview with Jesús Florez first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Episode description In this very special episode, we celebrate hitting the 100-episode milestone of the bonus series. And we do so by flipping the script. Instead of hearing Andrew share a story with you, you’ll get to listen to stories sent in by Culips listeners from around the world. Tune in to hear them shareRead More The post Bonus episode #100 – Your stories first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Episode description: In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Kassy share their experiences attending live sporting events in various countries, including Canada, the USA, Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan. They discuss the exciting atmosphere, food options, ticket prices, and cultural differences between watching sports in different parts of the world. By listening to this episode, youRead More The post Simplified Speech #195 – Live sports first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew talks about running a trail race in Jangsu, a small village in South Korea. He describes the challenges of running on mountain paths, the beautiful scenery he saw, and the great feeling of finishing the race. As you listen to Andrew’s story, you’ll learn new vocabulary about running, nature, and facingRead More The post Bonus episode #099 – Trail talk first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Episode description: In this episode, Andrew and Anna discuss the concept of digital modesty – the idea of being mindful about how much personal information you share online. They explore the benefits and drawbacks of sharing on social media and the importance of setting boundaries to protect your privacy. What you’ll learn in this episode:Read More The post Chatterbox #318 – Digital modesty first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew shares a simple yet powerful change he made to his daily routine that has left him feeling more rested, productive, and less stressed. He explains how keeping his phone away from his bed at night and reading a book first thing in the morning has made a big difference to hisRead More The post Bonus episode #098 – Lifestyle change first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Episode description: Join Andrew and Kassy as they talk about their upcoming milestone birthdays. Kassy is turning 30, and Andrew is turning 40! They’ll chat about their favorite ways to celebrate birthdays, common birthday traditions in the United States and Canada, and the customary foods enjoyed on birthdays in South Korea. This episode is perfectRead More The post Simplified Speech #194 – Double birthday bash first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew shares about his experience binge-watching the new Netflix sci-fi series “The Three-Body Problem.” He discusses the show’s interesting premise, engaging storyline, and characters. By listening to this episode, you’ll learn vocabulary related to TV shows, books, and the phenomenon of binge-watching. This episode will help improve your English communication skills inRead More The post Bonus episode #097 – Binge-watching first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Learn about what it’s like to be an only child in this interesting episode of the Culips Everyday English Podcast. Andrew and Kassy will share their personal experiences growing up with siblings. They will also talk about their thoughts on not having any brothers or sisters. This is a great episode for listeners who wantRead More The post Simplified Speech #193 – Only children first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew shares stories designed to help you build your English fluency, increase your cultural knowledge, grow your vocabulary, and become a better communicator. Andrew shares about a perfect day out he had with his wife, exploring a historic neighborhood in Seoul. He talks about uncovering the city’s history, observing its architecture, andRead More The post Bonus episode #096 – Perfect day, perfect date first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you were feeling excited and enthusiastic, only for someone to say something that made you feel bad? In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Kassy introduce several useful expressions that you can use to describe these situations. They provide detailed explanations, different usage scenarios, and offerRead More The post Catch Word #275 – Debbie Downer first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew shares about his experience running the Seoul Marathon. He talks about his preparation, the race day, and achieving his goal of finishing under 3 hours. Andrew describes the atmosphere, his emotions before and during the race, and celebrating afterwards with his friend Jimmy. You will learn useful running and exercise vocabularyRead More The post Bonus episode #095 – I did it! first appeared on Culips English Podcast.