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- Fun ESL podcasts helping you learn English. - Idioms, slang, and new vocabulary - Three different podcasts with transcripts, detailed explanations and quizzes. We are here to help everyone to learn a little bit more about English. We think it is really important, and fun, to learn English how it is really spoken. That is why our podcasts are always focused on real, current English. We are podcasting from Montreal, Canada, home to a diverse population that celebrates a variety of cultures and languages; in fact most people here speak French and English, and a lot of people speak a third language.
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In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Anna talk about what curiosity is, why you feel it, and how it can help or hurt you in everyday life. You will hear real stories about things they have been curious about lately, how curiosity can help you discover new ideas, and how it can sometimes distract you.Read More
The post Simplified Speech #234 – The Holidays 2025 first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this episode, Andrew and Alina share a Culips Community Update and introduce the final monthly challenge of 2025. They chat about their personal highlights from the year, then invite you to join the December 2025 Challenge on the Culips English Podcast Discord server. This month’s theme is reflecting on 2025, sharing your wins, celebratingRead More
The post Culips Community Update – December 2025 first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Anna talk about what curiosity is, why you feel it, and how it can help or hurt you in everyday life. You will hear real stories about things they have been curious about lately, how curiosity can help you discover new ideas, and how it can sometimes distract you.Read More
The post Chatterbox #342 – Talking about curiosity first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
1In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Indiana talk about ethical dilemmas. They share everyday tricky situations, like splitting a restaurant bill, switching airplane seats, and seeing someone cheat on a test. You will hear how they think through hard choices, weigh pros and cons, and set healthy boundaries without starting a fight. What you’llRead More
The post Simplified Speech #233 – Ethical dilemmas first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
What makes the perfect bachelor weekend? In this episode, Andrew explains the English proverb “When the cat’s away, the mice will play” by sharing what happens when his wife takes a trip to Japan. He talks about his simple list of things he’s looking forward to doing alone. Along the way, you’ll learn useful idiomsRead More
The post Bonus episode #161 – The mice will play first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
Do you ever feel frustrated after a bad day at work, a test, or a long commute? In this Chatterbox episode, join Andrew and Anna for a conversation about frustration and how to talk about it clearly in English. In this lesson, you will learn how frustration is different from anger and disappointment, hear realRead More
The post Chatterbox #341 – Talking about frustration first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Indiana chat about Indiana’s surprise 30th birthday trip to Las Vegas. You’ll hear how her husband planned the trip, what Las Vegas is really like, and how she felt when she discovered the big surprise he had prepared for her. Andrew and Indiana also talk about cultural expressionsRead More
The post Simplified Speech #232 – Indiana’s surprise birthday trip first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Indiana teach you two very common and useful English expressions for making comparisons: “apples to oranges” and “night and day.” These idioms help you describe situations where things are so different that it’s not fair or even possible to compare them. You’ll hear realistic examples, like comparing homemadeRead More
The post Catch Word #289 – Apples to oranges first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
What do you do when your favorite jacket starts to smell really bad? In this episode, Andrew shares a funny story about two expensive jackets that developed a terrible musty odor after being stored under his bed for the summer. He talks about trying different solutions, like leaving them in the sun, putting them inRead More
The post Bonus episode #160 – My funky jacket first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew catches up with Kassy, who returns to share exciting updates about her life. She talks about finishing her master’s degree, taking a long trip across the United States with her baby, moving to a new city in Korea, and adjusting to work after maternity leave. Kassy also shares herRead More
The post Simplified Speech #231 – Hanging out with Kassy first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Anna talk about algorithms, the hidden digital systems that shape what we see online. They discuss how these tools affect what we buy, what we believe, and even how we feel. If you’ve ever wondered why the same ads seem to follow you everywhere, or you’re curious about Andrew’sRead More
The post Chatterbox #340 – How algorithms affect us first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
What’s the best way to give money as a gift? In this episode, Andrew tells a story about hosting his wife’s family for Chuseok, the Korean Thanksgiving holiday. You’ll hear him talk about preparing a huge meal, fitting eight people into a small space, and turning gift-giving into fun games with cash prizes. Listen alongRead More
The post Bonus episode #159 – Full House for Chuseok first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Indiana talk about retirement. They chat about what it means, how it looks in different countries, and what people dream of doing after they stop working. You’ll hear them share real examples from the United States, Canada, and Korea and discuss ideas like second careers, semi-retirement, and commonRead More
The post Simplified Speech #230 – The golden years and how people spend them first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
Have you ever had a day that started off terribly but somehow became unforgettable? In this episode, Andrew shares the story of a rainy half marathon that began in total chaos and ended with a sweet surprise. You’ll hear real, everyday English as he talks about staying motivated, finding focus, and turning frustration into pride.Read More
The post Bonus episode #158 – The rain stole my thunder first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this episode, Andrew and Indiana get honest with each other about everyday things that annoy people. They talk about habits that “get on their nerves,” such as loud chewing, people using their phones while talking, overused clichés, bad driving habits, and even dog owners who don’t follow the rules. Along the way, your hostsRead More
The post Simplified Speech #229 – Things that get on our nerves first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this episode, Andrew and Alina share updates about what’s new at Culips! You’ll learn about the second European meetup happening in Hamburg, Germany on October 18th. They also introduce the October challenge, which is focused on linking words that will help you create better-connected sentences. European Meetup #2 – Hamburg, Germany Date: Saturday, OctoberRead More
The post Culips Community Update – October 2025 first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Indiana teach you two very useful English expressions: “cut someone some slack” and “give someone the benefit of the doubt.” These are common phrases that English speakers use to ask for understanding, forgiveness, or trust when someone is under pressure or when we are unsure about their actions.Read More
The post Catch Word #288 – The benefit of the doubt first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
What if you could speak with anyone, in any language, in real time? In this bonus episode, Andrew explores that idea with a clear, step-by-step look at live translation. He reads a news article and explains the key ideas and terms in easy to understand English, showing how Apple, Google, and Meta are pursuing theRead More
The post Bonus episode #157 – Universal translator first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this episode of Chatterbox, Andrew and Anna talk about street smarts: the practical skills and awareness people should have in order to stay safe and confident in cities. They share personal stories about living in places like Madrid, London, Seoul, and Canada, and explain how experiences such as pickpocketing or mugging can change theRead More
The post Chatterbox #339 – Street smarts first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
In this episode, Andrew and Indiana continue their fun conversation about things that are overrated or underrated. They share their opinions on topics like walking 10,000 steps a day, biohacking, pineapple on pizza, vinyl records, and even the idea of being famous. They compare their different views, tell stories, and explain why some things deserveRead More
The post Simplified Speech #228 – Overrated or Underrated? Fun English Expressions Explained first appeared on Culips English Podcast.
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I really missed your lovely voice Kassy. Please stay with us always.
I love Bonus episodes، they are really usefull 👍
these kinds of topics are really helpful for English learners, and I'm enjoying them a lot
lovely episode!
It is great! I love these episodes, but I think it would be even better if the duration of these episodes were shorter, at most around 20 minutes.
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Thank you so much for these incredibly useful episodes. Just a question isn't it grammatically correct to say "anyway" instead of "anyways"?
thanks for this magnificent episode 💛✨ love from iran
you are amazing.
you are great! thank you
I loved this episode 😍😍 it was so fun to listen to it 😊👌🏼
از کجا میشه متنشو دانلود کرد؟
I really enjoyed with this episode, it was my favourite topic.
you are awesome 👌
متنش و هز کجا میشه پیدا کرد؟
👌🏼I love your podcast , but please don't use background music. I'm a sound sensitive person and I can't focus
Last of us is amazing. You should try Last of us part 2 after that. Thats a masterpiece
where can we find the text of the podcasts??
how can we download transcript?
Hey, nice job! Keep going!