Casual English lessons

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Learn English the way it’s really used by native speakers in everyday conversations. That’s why our episodes are always focused on real, current English. If you want to learn English for everyday use, you’ve come to the right place.

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Speak Easy #010 – Your ques...

09.20.2019

Suzanne and Andrew share a great English pronunciation lesson about how to pronounce and hear the differences between some difficult minimal pairs. If you struggle to pronounce or hear English vowels, you won’t want to miss this episode!! Note The ...

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09.20.2019 Speak Easy #010 – Your question about minimal pairs Suzanne and Andrew share a great English pronunciation lesson about how to pronounce and hear the differences between some difficult minimal pairs. If you struggle to pronounce or hear English vowels, you won’t want to miss this episode!! Note The ...
09.16.2019 Simplified Speech #067 – Noisy neighbours Have you ever lived in a place with noisy neighbours? It can be quite annoying when you’re trying to enjoy the peace and quiet of your own home, right? In today’s Simplified Speech episode, which was requested by a listener, ...
09.08.2019 Real Talk #035 – How to agree like a native speaker Neither? Either? Me too? Agreeing with someone in English can be complicated, especially when you add negatives, positives, and different verb tenses. To help you out, Andrew and Suzanne discuss ways of agreeing like a native speaker. Fun facts During ...
09.03.2019 Simplified Speech #066 – Traffic accidents Have you ever been in a traffic accident? In this listener-suggested episode, Andrew and Morag talk about traffic accidents that commonly occur in Canada and around the globe. Fun facts The Canadian Transportation Safety Board estimates that Canada has an ...
08.29.2019 Chatterbox #237 – The ultimate guide to high school In this interesting Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Kassy answer a Culips listener’s questions about high school life in Canada and the United States. How was high school different for you? Listen and find out! Fun facts Boston Latin, in Boston, ...
08.23.2019 Simplified Speech #065 – Little Mermaid controversy Recently, there have been quite a few posts popping up on social media about the new live-action Little Mermaid movie set to release sometime in the next few years. This movie is getting a lot of media coverage due to ...
08.19.2019 Chatterbox #236 – Interview with Suzanne’s mom Long-time Culips host Suzanne is visited by her mom, Emily! Her mother is such an interesting person. In this Chatterbox episode, they talk about her career as a nurse, her travels in Montreal, and her future travel plans to Aruba! ...
08.09.2019 Simplified Speech #064 – Summer foods Summertime! Every year when summer rolls around, people get excited about the warm weather and, of course, all the good foods to eat during the season. Find out what kind of summer foods our hosts Andrew and Kassy enjoy the ...
08.04.2019 Chatterbox #235 – Interview with Lindie Botes Imagine being fluent in two or three languages—that would be great! But some people can speak five, ten, twenty languages! Those people are called polyglots. In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew speaks with polyglot YouTuber Lindie Botes about language and the ...
07.27.2019 Real Talk #034 – Talking about movies you hate Have you ever watched a really bad movie and been at a loss for words on how to describe just how terrible it was? If so, look no further! In today’s Real Talk episode, Andrew and Jeremy give some useful ...
07.22.2019 Catch Word #214 – Fire up this bad boy! Are you in the market for a new car, motorcycle, lawnmower, or the like? In today’s Catch Word episode, Andrew and Jeremy introduce you to some words related to machines. Fun facts The first gas-powered motorcycle was invented in Germany ...
07.16.2019 Chatterbox #234 – Are stereotypes true? When you think of Canada, what comes to mind? How about when you think of America? In this fun episode of Chatterbox, Andrew and Kassy talk about common stereotypes in Canada and America: the good, the bad, and the ugly. ...
07.09.2019 Chatterbox #233 – Game shows Game shows can be exciting. They can be informative. But, since the invention of the television, they are most of all consistently popular. In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Morag talk about popular game shows in North America and who ...
07.04.2019 Simplified Speech #063 – Birthdays What do birthdays mean to you? Getting one year older? Eating cake and ice cream? Making birthday wishes? In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Jeremy chat about birthday traditions. Fun facts There are some funny birthday traditions around the ...
07.01.2019 Chatterbox #232 – Interview with Matt vs Japan Talking about learning a language, even one you are not learning yourself, can be a great way to improve your skills. In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew speaks with special guest Matt from the YouTube channel Matt vs Japan. Even though ...
06.24.2019 Speak Easy #9 – a pronunciation tip: The flap In this episode, Suzanne and Andrew teach you a pronunciation tip that will make your English sound more natural: the flap! Take a listen and learn how, when, and why you should use the flap in your own speech. Note ...
06.14.2019 Chatterbox #231 – K-pop Have you ever heard of K-pop? How about BTS? BTS is the name of a Korean boy band whose popularity is sweeping the globe. In this episode, Andrew and Kassy talk about the ins and outs of K-pop, and even ...
06.07.2019 Catch Word #213 – Do you know the difference between sympathy and empathy? Sympathy and empathy: these are two words that even native English speakers have difficulty with! In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Suzanne help you understand these two similar but different words. We hope you’ll learn a lot! Fun facts ...
05.31.2019 Simplified Speech #062 – Old school cool Are you the kind of person who likes to research and buy all of the latest technologies, or do you long for the days before smartphones when the world was full of record players and film cameras? In this Simplified ...
05.28.2019 Simplified Speech #061 – Is Canada the best place to go to elementary school? Every country has its own unique school system. In this Simplified Speech episode, our hosts Andrew and Morag discuss what it’s like to go to elementary school in Canada. You will hear about children’s daily lives, extracurricular activities, and the ...
05.22.2019 Chatterbox #230 – Introducing Kassy! In this special Chatterbox episode, Andrew does a behind-the-scenes interview with Kassy, one of Culips’ very own study guide writers. Tune in to learn about one of our newest team members! Fun facts Kassy is from Hershey, Pennsylvania, in the ...
05.18.2019 Chatterbox #229 – Live Q+A follow up!! Andrew answers more of your questions from the recent Instagram live broadcast in this short, bonus episode! Transcript: Hey everybody. This is Andrew from Culips and I wanted to hop behind the mic here for a special episode because yesterday ...
05.16.2019 Real Talk #033 – How to talk about movies you like in English The cinema is such a powerful medium. Movies are a good way to pass the time, but they also have the power to change the world! In this Real Talk episode, Andrew and Suzanne will help you with vocabulary and ...
05.10.2019 Simplified Speech #060 – Cooking shows Do you enjoy watching cooking shows? What’s your favourite show to tune into when you have free time? In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne talk about some of their favourite cooking shows and why they are so enjoyable to watch. ...
05.03.2019 Simplified Speech #059 – Technological change It seems like technology changes so fast year after year—it’s sometimes pretty hard to keep up! In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Jeremy chat about the technological changes they’ve seen during their lifetimes. Fun facts When we were young, ...
04.28.2019 Simplified Speech #058 – Love at first sight Have you ever looked across a crowded room, felt an instant connection, and known deep down that you had found the person you would one day marry? Well, then, perhaps you have experienced love at first sight! In this Simplified ...
04.26.2019 Chatterbox #228 – NIMBYism Has there been a real estate development that you approve of but … Just as long as they don’t build it in your neighbourhood? That’s an example of NIMBYism. What is it exactly? Join Andrew and Morag as they tell ...
04.17.2019 Catch Word #212 – Get in the zone Andrew and Suzanne are really getting their creative juices flowing in this Catch Word episode! Tune in to learn some useful phrases about creativity and focus. Fun facts Sleep is extremely beneficial for creativity. Therefore, if you are struggling to ...
04.14.2019 Simplified Speech #057 – Hip hop In this lighthearted Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Jeremy discuss hip hop and rap. If you’re interested in hearing the differences between these words, or if you’re simply a hardcore music fan, then plug in some headphones and enjoy. Fun ...
04.10.2019 Real Talk #032 – Lost wallet Have you ever lost your wallet in public? It’s a terrible feeling, and it could be even worse if you’re in a country where you don’t speak the local language. In this Real Talk episode, Andrew and Suzanne discuss ways ...
04.07.2019 Simplified Speech #056 – Jeremy’s trip to Korea Do you like visiting places you used to live? It can be such a fun experience! In this Simplified Speech episode, Jeremy talks to Andrew about his adventures and feelings coming back to Korea and visiting family. Fun facts In ...
04.02.2019 Speak Easy #008 – English Pronunciation \| Compound noun stress Compound nouns can be tricky! In this episode, Suzanne and Andrew teach you a trick that will help you pronounce them perfectly! Fun facts Nouns that consist of more than one word are called compound nouns. The most common compound ...
03.28.2019 Real Talk #031 – Can I help you? Speaking with a salesperson in your second language can be difficult at times. In this episode of Real Talk, Andrew and Suzanne discuss the ways you can respond properly in shopping situations. Fun facts The world’s largest shopping mall is ...
03.25.2019 Chatterbox #227 – How susceptible are you to advertising? Do you take a lot of time to make a decision before buying a product, or are you an impulse shopper? In this intriguing episode, Andrew and Morag discuss the power of advertising and how it affects what we think ...
03.21.2019 Chatterbox #226 – Interview with Brian In this interesting episode, Andrew interviews his neighbour, Brian, an English teacher in South Korea and an aspiring artist. Tune in to this episode to hear Brian’s story and learn how to check out some of his amazing artwork. Fun ...
03.18.2019 Simplified Speech #055 – Andrew goes to Spain Cathedrals, the Mediterranean Sea, beautiful architecture, spectacular food! Hear about Andrew’s amazing trip to Spain as he talks about it with Morag in this Simplified Speech episode. Fun facts Sagrada Familia is one of the most famous churches in the ...
03.13.2019 Real Talk #030 – I don’t care for that Have you ever been in a situation where you were offered some food that you really hate, but you didn’t know how to politely decline it without offending the person? Well, then, look no further! In this Real Talk episode, ...
03.11.2019 Chatterbox #225 – Andrew goes to Finland In this interesting episode, Andrew takes a trip around the globe to Finland. Grab a notepad and jot down some notes for your next trip to Helsinki! Listen carefully, you might come across a great idea for your next trip ...
03.01.2019 Speak Easy #007 – How to stress “-ion” Suzanne and Andrew teach you how to properly stress words that end with the suffix “-ion” in this Speak Easy episode. Fun facts Confused about how to spell words that end with “-ion”? Check out this helpful article from Oxford ...
02.22.2019 Chatterbox #224 – Reverse culture shock Have you ever experienced culture shock while travelling abroad? How about reverse culture shock? In this episode, Andrew talks about some instances of reverses culture shock that he felt in Canada after living abroad in South Korea for a long ...
02.19.2019 Catch Word #211 – English slang quiz Internet slang can be very difficult to understand. In this Catch Word episode, Andrew quizzes his sister Heather on new internet slang. Do you know these terms? Fun facts The World Wide Web was invented by one person. His name ...
02.12.2019 Chatterbox #223 – Patriotism Everyone has a home country, but how proud are you of that country? In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Morag talk about patriotism and how people think about their home countries. Fun facts The New England Patriots is the most ...
02.06.2019 Simplified Speech #054 – Baking Winter is in full swing in Canada, and many people like to stay indoors where it is warm and cozy. What better way to spend time inside than by baking some delicious treats? In this episode, Andrew and Morag talk ...
02.04.2019 Chatterbox #222 – High school exams Senior year of high school is a stressful time. It is a time when many students have to make a lot of big decisions and choose a path for their life, whether it be going to college, getting a job, ...
01.30.2019 Catch Word #210 – Troll What does it mean to troll someone? Trolling has become a big problem online. In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Jeremy explore the words you can use when talking about online trolling. Fun facts In the United Kingdom, some ...
01.18.2019 Simplified Speech #053 – Fruits and vegetables Fruits and vegetables are essential to maintaining a healthy diet. And there are so many to choose from! In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Jeremy discuss their favourites. Fun facts The durian is a fruit native to Malaysia, Indonesia, ...
01.14.2019 Speak Easy #006 – How to pronounce “-less” In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne answer a listener’s question about the pronunciation of “-less.” Fun facts The Culips team loves answering questions from listeners. If you have a question you’d like answered, send an email to contact@Culips.com. Material included ...
01.07.2019 Simplified Speech #052 – Motorcycles Have you ever thought about buying a motorcycle and cruising through the neighbourhood at breakneck speeds? Then this is the topic for you! In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Morag talk all about these two-wheeled vehicles. Fun facts The ...
01.01.2019 Chatterbox #221 – Happy 2019! Out with the old, in with the new; bye-bye 2018, hello 2019! In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew highlights the major events in his life in 2018 and looks ahead to 2019. Fun facts New Year’s resolutions have been around for ...
12.23.2018 Simplified Speech #051 – The Holiday Season Happy holidays, everyone! The holiday season is in full swing in Canada; therefore, Andrew and Morag are here to talk to you about the holiday season in this Simplified Speech episode. Sit back, drink a cup a cup of cocoa, ...

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