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 motivated with your English.
They also share details about the first-ever Culips meetup in Europe, happening this July in Prague.
If you want to connect with other learners, speak more naturally, and have fun while you study, this episode is for you.
How to Join the Culips Discord Server and Participate in the Challenge
Create a Discord Account: Sign up for free at Discord.
Download the App: Install Discord on your phone or computer for easy access.
Join the Culips Server: Click this link to join the Culips English Podcast Discord server:
Join Here.
Enable the Monthly Challenge Channel:
From the menu, select Channels and Roles.
Go to the Browse Channels tab.
Under the English Learning category, select Monthly Challenge to add it to your menu.
Access the May Challenge: Click the pin icon at the top of the Monthly Challenge channel to view the May Challenge (available from June 1st).
Join in and start improving your English with the community!
Important links:
Become a Culips member
Study with the interactive transcript
Watch the video version of this episode
Join the Culips Discord server
Small-group speaking class schedule
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Bonus episode #147 – We hit the jackpot
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 hear about visiting shelters, picking the perfect name, and why O'Wall is the luckiest dog around!
How this episode will improve your English:
Listening: Build fluency by hearing natural storytelling with real pauses, word corrections, and the flow of everyday conversation.
Vocabulary: Learn practical words like "agnostic," "shed," "puppy mill," and "hand-me-down" through Andrew's personal story.
Expressions: Pick up natural phrases like "hit the jackpot," "rock paper scissors," and "tuckered out" that English speakers use daily.
Pronunciation: Hear how English sounds when spoken naturally, including how words connect together in fast speech.
Speaking: Share your own pet stories and discuss this episode with other Culips listeners in our Discord community!
Important links:
Become a Culips member
Study with the interactive transcript
Join the Culips Discord server
Small-group speaking class schedule
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25:58
Simplified Speech #221 – Adult Friendships
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 to hear a natural conversation about adult relationships while building your fluency and learning new vocabulary about friendship, connection, and modern life.
How this episode will improve your English:
Vocabulary: Learn useful expressions like “on the fence” (not sure about something) and “long-lost friend” (a friend you haven’t seen in a long time).
Listening: Practice understanding natural English conversations about everyday life topics like making and maintaining friendships.
Speaking: Build your fluency by joining Culips’ small-group speaking classes to talk about your own friendships and experiences.
Culture: Discover how adult friendships work in different countries and what influences them.
Fluency: Listening to real conversations helps train your brain to think in English and use English more naturally.
The Best Way to Learn with This Episode:
Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, and ad-free audio for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. Become a Culips member now: Click here.
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.
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Bonus episode #146 – A month in a week
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… but you'll have to tune in to find out exactly what it was!
How this episode will improve your English:
Listening: Build your listening comprehension through Andrew’s natural and engaging storytelling about everyday life.
Vocabulary: Expand your vocabulary with practical terms related to birthdays, celebrations, and thoughtful gift ideas.
Expressions: Learn authentic English expressions like "the cherry on top," "in hot water," and "make a long story short."
Pronunciation: Familiarize yourself with the intonation and rhythm of casual spoken English through clear, conversational speech.
Speaking: Practice new vocabulary and expressions by joining conversations with learners from around the world in the Culips Discord community!
Important links:
Become a Culips member
Study with the interactive transcript
Join the Culips Discord server
Small-group speaking class schedule
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20:20
Chatterbox #335 – Let’s talk taste
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 about how their tastes have evolved over time. They end by questioning if having similar tastes is important for friendships and what our preferences reveal about who we are.
How this episode will improve your English:
Vocabulary: Learn useful adjectives to describe taste preferences like "refined," "sophisticated," "impeccable," "gaudy," "questionable," and "tacky."
Listening: Build your listening skills by following a natural, friendly conversation about physical taste and personal preferences.
Speaking: Discuss your own taste in food, music, movies, and fashion on our Discord server and in our weekly speaking classes.
Culture: Discover how taste differs across cultures and how it connects to identity and personality.
Fluency: Level up your English through acquisition, with support from our helpful study guide with an interactive transcript, quiz, and practice exercises.
The Best Way to Learn with This Episode:
Culips members get an interactive transcript, helpful study guide, and ad-free audio for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. Become a Culips member now: Click here.
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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