Culips English Podcast

In this episode, Andrew and Indiana play a game called Overrated or Underrated, where they share what they think about popular things. They talk about everyday items like vegan cheese, meal prepping, self-help books, and vision boards. You’ll learn what the adjectives “overrated” and “underrated” mean, and how to use them naturally when sharing whatRead More The post Simplified Speech #224 – Overrated or underrated? first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew and Alina introduce the July Challenge, happening on our Discord server. This month, you’ll practice how to share your opinion politely while discussing 14 different controversial topics. It’s a great way to improve your communication skills and learn how to disagree respectfully in English. They also share exciting news about theRead More The post Culips July Challenge Announcement first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

What are you looking forward to this summer? In this episode, Andrew and Indiana share their summer plans, from music festivals and dream concerts to chill bike rides and travel ideas. You’ll get to hear a fun and natural conversation that helps you build real English skills for everyday life. This episode is great forRead More The post Simplified Speech #223 – How we’re spending summer first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Have you ever tried to buy something online and everything went completely wrong? That’s exactly what happened to Andrew when he tried to book a simple plane ticket online! In this episode, Andrew tells you two funny stories: one about his epic battle with credit card verification systems that led to a complete “rage quit,”Read More The post Bonus episode #150 – Rage quitting first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Do you know what to say if you need to report something important but not urgent? In today’s episode, you’ll learn exactly how to handle this type of situation in English. Join Andrew and Kassy as they break down two realistic phone conversations where someone calls the police or fire department’s non-emergency line. You’ll learnRead More The post Real Talk #065 – How to call the non-emergency line first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Have you ever had one of those moments where a simple activity turns into a total disaster? That’s exactly what happened to Andrew during what should have been a routine evening run! In this episode, you’ll follow Andrew through his unexpected adventure with tiny flying bugs, bloodshot eyes, and his first-ever visit to an eyeRead More The post Bonus episode #149 – An eye-opening experience first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Have you ever followed a fashion trend, copied someone’s lifestyle, or tried to match a certain vibe? In Korea, there’s a popular word for that: chugumi. In this episode, Andrew and Kassy break down this buzzword, explain what it means, and show you how to talk about similar ideas in English. You’ll hear real examples,Read More The post Simplified Speech #222 – Exploring the chugumi trend first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of your favorite English podcast? In this episode, Andrew gives you an exclusive peek into the Culips production process while teaching you natural English expressions and vocabulary along the way. You’ll learn useful phrases like “behind the scenes,” “put the pedal to the metal,” and “down to theRead More The post Bonus episode #148 – From A to Z first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Do you ever hear native speakers use expressions like “movie buff,” “gearhead,” or “shopaholic” and feel confused? In this episode, Andrew and Indiana break it all down for you. You’ll learn how to sound more natural and expressive when talking about your own passions or anyone else’s. This episode is great for intermediate to advancedRead More The post Catch Word #285 – Cinephile, gearhead, history buff first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Ready to finally master phrasal verbs? In this episode, Andrew and Alina introduce the Culips June Challenge, designed to help you learn and use 15 high-frequency phrasal verbs in real conversations. You’ll hear how to join the free challenge on Discord, how it works, and why it’s a great way to stay consistent and motivatedRead More The post Culips Community Update – June 2025 first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

What happens when you visit a dog shelter and find the perfect pet? In this episode, Andrew tells the story of adopting his new dog, O’Wall. Listen as he explains how he and his wife chose their new pet, went through the adoption process, and helped their dog settle into her new home. You’ll hearRead More The post Bonus episode #147 – We hit the jackpot first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew and Kassy talk about how friendship changes as we grow older, especially when life gets busy with work, relationships, and family. They discuss how marriage and parenthood can shift friendship dynamics, how the media creates unrealistic ideas about friendship, and what real connection looks like today. Listen to this episode toRead More The post Simplified Speech #221 – Adult Friendships first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

Have you ever experienced a week so busy and memorable it felt like a whole month? In this episode, Andrew shares two stories from one incredibly eventful week in his life. Listen in as Andrew talks about special celebrations, cultural traditions in Korea, and thoughtful surprises from loved ones. There’s even a mystery gift involved…Read More The post Bonus episode #146 – A month in a week first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Anna talk about taste. They discuss how our preferences for food and drinks develop from childhood to adulthood, sharing personal stories about acquired tastes and interesting foods from their home countries. The conversation then shifts to personal preferences in music, fashion, films, and coffee, with both hosts talking aboutRead More The post Chatterbox #335 – Let’s talk taste first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew talks about how he spends his free time and shares his top three YouTube channels. You’ll hear about a Dutch YouTuber exploring Seoul, a British marathon runner living in Tokyo, and a Canadian couple building a quiet life in the Japanese countryside. Andrew explains why he enjoys each channel and howRead More The post Bonus episode #145 – My favorite YouTubers first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Indiana catch up and talk all about weddings. Indiana shares her recent experience traveling to Florida for her husband’s cousin’s wedding, which was held in Miami. She explains what a Jewish wedding is like and describes some unique traditions, such as the chuppah, the ketubah, the breaking ofRead More The post Simplified Speech #220 – Semi-destination wedding first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

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, you’ll learn about the phrasal verb to feel for (someone). Support Culips and take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. ToRead More The post [Classic] Bonus episode #64 – The mushroom mystery first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Kassy catch up and share updates about their lives. Kassy talks about taking short trips with her baby to nearby cities in Korea. She describes visiting a busy flower festival and returning to a town just to eat her favorite vegetable bread. She also talks about her upcomingRead More The post Simplified Speech #219 – Day trips, elections, and more! first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode, Andrew and Alina share the latest Culips community news for May 2025! They read a kind review from a Culips member, announce the winner of the March challenge, and introduce the new challenge for May. This month, the challenge will help you master one of the trickiest parts of English grammar: theRead More The post Culips Community Update – May 2025 first appeared on Culips English Podcast.

In this episode of Simplified Speech, Andrew and Indiana talk about how they watch movies, both at the theater and at home. They discuss their personal movie habits, like sneaking snacks into the cinema, watching movies alone, and breaking long movies into smaller parts. You’ll also hear about movie traditions in different countries, how theaterRead More The post Simplified Speech #218 – How we watch movies in 2025 first appeared on Culips English Podcast.