Culips Everyday English Podcast

Bonus episode #110 – Too good to be true


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In this episode, Andrew talks about the pros and cons of running’s growing popularity. He highlights the challenges runners face, especially the difficulty of finding good running shoes due to high demand. Andrew shares a personal story about trying to save money by purchasing discounted shoes online, only to discover they were counterfeits. Listen to hear about his experience with these fake shoes, the frustrations of marathon sign-ups, and other downsides of the running boom.

This episode will help you improve your English in the following ways:

  • Listening comprehension: Practice understanding a native English speaker discussing real-life situations in detail.
  • Vocabulary expansion: Learn new words and expressions related to running and fitness, such as “endurance,” “training cycle,” “counterfeit,” and “foam cushioning.”
  • Idioms: Learn helpful English idioms like “a grain of salt,” “touch grass,” and “missed the boat” used in context.
  • Pronunciation: Listen to the correct pronunciation of spoken English, which you can then practice on your own.
  • Cultural insights: Improve your understanding of the running culture and fitness trends in different parts of the world, especially in Seoul.
  • 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)
    • Osaka meet-up registration
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