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Andrew and Anna talk about modern identity labels that people use in their daily lives. They look at labels for work, relationships, finances, and more. Some examples include WFH (work from home), solopreneur (running a business alone), and dink (double income, no kids). They also discuss terms for different generations, like millennial and zoomer, and relationship labels like situationship. Andrew and Anna explain what these words mean, how people use them, and why these labels have become popular. This episode will help you understand new English vocabulary and learn more about Western culture.
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How this episode will improve your English:
Build Vocabulary and Learn Idioms: Expand your English vocabulary with terms like "DINK(Y)" and "situationship," and understand idioms such as "out of touch" to improve your conversational English.
Practice Listening Skills: Improve your listening skills by following native English speakers' natural speech patterns, tone, and rhythm in real-life discussions.
Improve English Pronunciation: Hear and mimic correct pronunciation of challenging words like "Achilles heel" and "mollycoddled" to sound more fluent in English.
Speak English with Confidence: Use new expressions from this episode in your conversations to improve fluency and natural speech. Join our Discord server and participate in our speaking classes to practice these expressions in real-life discussions with other English learners and our teachers.
Learn English Culture Through Language: Explore how cultural trends influence vocabulary and understand phrases related to modern lifestyles, like "empty nester" or "slashie."
The best way to learn with this lesson:
Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, quiz, ad-free audio, and more for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member.
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Speaking classes with this episode:
We’ll be discussing this episode in the following small-group conversation classes. To join the classes, you must be a Culips member.
February 15th, 2025 with Alina at 11:00 AM Ireland time (GMT +0)
February 20th, 2025 with Andrew at 8:00 PM Korea time (GMT +9)
February 25th, 2025 with Indiana at 7:00 PM Eastern Standard time (GMT-5)
All classes happen on Zoom and last for one hour. To see the schedule in your time zone and learn how to join the classes, click here: https://esl.culips.com/online-classes-schedule/
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Bonus episode #133 – Not so fast
In this week’s bonus episode, Andrew shares a story about how his New Year’s plans took an unexpected turn. After a fun trip to Canada, he returned to South Korea feeling under the weather. Despite his plans to start the year with a bang, he spent the first few days battling jet lag and coming down with something. Andrew also talks about celebrating New Year’s Eve with his wife and gives us a glimpse of his gift exchange. As you listen, you’ll learn useful English expressions like “coming down with something” and “start with a bang,” while improving your vocabulary, fluency, and listening skills.
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How this episode will improve your English:
Listening: Hear natural, everyday English as Andrew shares a personal story about his New Year’s experience in a clear, easy-to-understand way.
New vocabulary: Learn words and phrases about winter, feeling sick, and celebrating holidays.
Idioms and expressions: Understand common expressions like "rest up," "work up an appetite," and "sometimes life throws you a curveball.”
Pronunciation: Listen to Andrew’s rhythm and intonation, then practice speaking along to improve your fluency and confidence.
Speaking: Join discussions with other listeners on the Culips Discord server for additional speaking practice.
Important links:
Become a Culips member
Study with the interactive transcript
Join the Culips Discord server
Small-group discussion class schedule (member only)
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Simplified Speech #210 – Indiana’s move
In this episode of Simplified Speech, Andrew and Indiana discuss her recent move to a new house. They talk about the exciting but exhausting process of buying and moving into a home, the challenges of unpacking, and the traditions surrounding moving day. Indiana shares her experience of house hunting for months and finally settling into her new space, while Andrew reflects on his own moving experiences.
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How this episode will improve your English:
Learn new vocabulary and expressions: The episode includes everyday expressions like "every waking hour" and "go to town," which you can use in conversations to sound more natural.
Improve listening skills: Listening to real conversations helps you understand how native speakers talk, including their speed, tone, and pronunciation.
Practice pronunciation: By listening carefully, you can hear how words are pronounced and try saying them yourself to match.
Understand everyday topics: The discussion about moving houses teaches useful vocabulary related to daily life, like "house hunting" and "moving truck."
Gain confidence in speaking: Hearing casual conversations can help you feel more confident in using English for similar discussions in your life.
The best way to learn with this lesson:
Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, quiz, ad-free audio, and more for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member.
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Members can access the ad-free version: Click here.
Join our Discord community to connect with other learners and get more English practice. Click here to join.
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Bonus episode #132 – 2025 Goals: Language, Fitness, Fun
Happy 2025! In this week’s bonus episode, Andrew gets the new year off to an exciting start by sharing some big plans for the months ahead. As you listen, you’ll pick up practical English expressions, discover useful fluency tips, and hear about a special membership sale you won’t want to miss. Let’s make this a fantastic year of learning and growth together!
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Simplified Speech #209 – The best of ’24
In this episode of Simplified Speech, Andrew and Kassy reflect on their most memorable moments from 2024, sharing stories about their personal highlights of the year. From family visits and exciting travel experiences to special moments of growth and achievement, they discuss what made this year truly unforgettable.
How this episode will improve your English:
Improved vocabulary: Learn new words and expressions related to personal experiences, milestones, and emotions.
Better listening skills: Understand how native speakers use casual language to share stories and reflect on the past.
Practical English: Learn how native speakers talk about their experiences and feelings and learn how to discuss important moments in your own life.
The best way to learn with this lesson:
Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, quiz, ad-free audio, and more for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member.
Sign up and become a Culips member now!
Members can access the ad-free version here: Click here.
Join our Discord community to connect with other learners and get more English practice. Click here to join.
Culips English Podcast: Practical English Learning Made Fun Learn and Explore: Join Culips for an exciting English learning journey. Our podcast focuses on teaching English idioms, slang, and phrasal verbs through fun and engaging conversations. Each episode helps you master English for real-life situations. Unique Learning Experience: Culips stands out by blending language skills with cultural insights. Our diverse hosts make learning relatable, covering a variety of everyday topics. You’ll pick up practical language skills and gain cultural understanding, enhancing your English fluency in an enjoyable way. Your Path to Fluency: As your ideal learning partner, Culips provides easy-to-understand lessons on daily English usage. Learn from native speakers and immerse in different cultures, making your English learning journey rewarding and effective.
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