Culips Everyday English Podcast

Do you ever get a feeling that something is right or wrong, even if you can’t explain why? In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Anna explore the idea of the sixth sense, also known as intuition. They talk about what it means, how it works, and when they’ve relied on it in real life. You’ll hear personal stories, learn common expressions, and improve your listening skills while enjoying a fun, natural conversation between native speakers. [http://esl.culips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/dw1-1.png]https://esl.culips.com/Lipservice-prtd/CB337_Our_sixth_sense_SG_AF.pdf [http://esl.culips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/dw1.png]https://esl.culips.com/1000/08/17495/ This episode is great for upper intermediate to advanced English learners who want to talk more confidently about thoughts, gut feelings, and intuitive decision-making in English. In this lesson, you’ll learn: * What the sixth sense is and how to describe it in English * Natural phrases like gut feeling, bad vibe, and ulterior motives * About Andrew and Anna’s experiences using their sixth sense * The difference between using logic and feelings when making choices The Best Way to Learn with This Episode: Get the study guide, which comes with an interactive transcript, vocabulary explanations with examples, a quiz, and practice questions. Join Culips to get full access. [https://esl.culips.com/free-samples/] Already a member? Get the ad free version and study materials here [https://esl.culips.com/1000/08/17495/]. Want to connect with other listeners and practice what you learned? Join our Culips Discord community today Click here to join the community! [https://discord.gg/Bpxa85CFuc]

August Challenge – Vocabulary Boost! In this episode, Andrew and Alina introduce the August Challenge, happening on our Discord server. This month, you’ll focus on expanding your vocabulary by learning and using 15 advanced adjectives that have been featured in Culips episodes. It’s a great way to make your English sound more colorful, expressive, and natural like a native speaker. [http://esl.culips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/dw1-1.png]https://esl.culips.com/lipservice/CulipsCommunityUpdate_August2025.pdf The challenge runs every second day throughout August, giving you time to really understand each adjective and practice using it in your own stories, example sentences, or voice messages. These include words like “remiss,” “palpable,” “low-key,” and “fancy schmancy” – words that native speakers use regularly but English learners often skip over when listening. Andrew and Alina also chat about Alina’s new hobby: chess! She recently learned to play at age 31 and has been winning games at her local expat board game meetup in Ireland. How to Join the Culips Discord Server and Participate in the Challenge 1. Create a Discord Account: Sign up for free at Discord [https://discord.com]. 2. Download the App: Install Discord on your phone or computer for easy access. 3. Join the Culips Server: Click this link to join the Culips English Podcast Discord server: Join Here [https://discord.gg/YOUR_INVITE_LINK]. 4. 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. 5. Access the August Challenge: Click the pin icon at the top of the Monthly Challenge channel to view the August Challenge (available from August 2nd). Complete all the tasks to earn a certificate. Join in and start improving your English with the community!

This episode is all about musical education! Andrew and Indiana share stories about learning instruments as kids, their music classes at school, and how they feel about playing musical instruments today. You’ll hear Andrew talk about jamming on his drum set in his basement, Indiana’s experiences in school chorus, and whether they think parents should push their kids to take music lessons. This episode is perfect for intermediate English learners who want to pick up natural vocabulary and expressions about music, school, and hobbies while listening to a real conversation between native speakers. [http://esl.culips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/dw1-1.png]https://esl.culips.com/Lipservice-prtd/SS225_Music_education_SG_AF.pdf [http://esl.culips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/dw1.png]https://esl.culips.com/1000/07/17471/ In this lesson, you’ll work on: * Vocabulary: Learn natural English words and phrases about music, school, and hobbies. * Listening: Build your listening with this clear and easy-to-understand conversation between two native speakers. * Speaking: Improve your speaking skills by chatting about your own experiences with music education during one of our weekly conversation classes or by talking with other Culips listeners on our Discord server. * Culture: Discover what music education is like in Canada and the U.S., and why it’s important in schools. * Fluency: Listening to real conversations and stories helps you think in English and speak more confidently. The Best Way to Learn with This Episode: Get the study guide, which comes with an interactive transcript, vocabulary explanations with examples, a quiz, and practice questions. Join Culips to get full access. [https://esl.culips.com/free-samples/] Already a member? Get the ad free version and study materials here [https://esl.culips.com/1000/07/17471/]. Want to connect with other listeners and practice what you learned? Join our Culips Discord community today Click here to join the community! [https://discord.gg/Bpxa85CFuc]

How can a homemade lunch end in tragedy, mystery, and a murder trial that shocks the world? Join Andrew as he revisits the infamous mushroom murder case in Australia and guides you through the dramatic courtroom outcome. In this episode, you’ll read along with a real news article and learn important vocabulary that helps you understand the story. You’ll learn legal words like “jury” and “plead”, and more advanced terms like “deception” and “estranged.” Andrew explains everything clearly so you can follow the story and improve your English at the same time. [http://esl.culips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/dw1-1.png]https://esl.culips.com/lipservice/B153_Transcript_Regular.pdf [http://esl.culips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/dw1.png]https://esl.culips.com/1000/07/17466/ What you’ll learn: * Useful legal vocabulary and how it’s used in real news stories * Natural expressions for describing crime, trials, and serious events * How native speakers explain complex topics in simple, conversational ways Perfect for intermediate learners who: * Want to build vocabulary for understanding news and serious topics * Enjoy true stories that are dramatic, mysterious, and real * Like learning English through current events and real conversations Important links: * Become a Culips member [http://culips.com] * Study with the interactive transcript [https://esl.culips.com/1000/07/17466/] * Watch the YouTube version of this episode [https://youtu.be/BUqb20ueMdQ] * Join the Culips Discord server [https://discord.gg/Bpxa85CFuc] * Small-group speaking class schedule [https://esl.culips.com/culips-class-schedule/] * Listen to the original mushroom mystery episode [https://esl.culips.com/2023/08/the-mushroom-mystery/] * Read the original article from CBC news [https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/erin-patterson-australia-mushroom-deaths-1.7578579]

Have you ever been in a situation where someone was being too loud, too intense, or acting like they’re better than everyone else? In today’s episode, Andrew and Indiana teach you two essential expressions that native English speakers use all the time to ask someone to change their behavior. [http://esl.culips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/dw1-1.png]https://esl.culips.com/Lipservice-prtd/CW286_Tone_it_down_SG_AF.pdf [http://esl.culips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/dw1.png]https://esl.culips.com/1000/07/17459/ What You’ll Learn: * How to use “tone it down” when someone needs to be quieter or calmer * When to say “get off your high horse” to someone who’s acting superior * The difference between being polite and being too direct with these expressions This episode is perfect for: * Intermediate to advanced English learners * Anyone who wants to sound more natural in conversations * Students preparing for everyday situations in English-speaking countries The Best Way to Learn with This Episode: Get the study guide, which comes with an interactive transcript, vocabulary explanations with examples, a quiz, and practice questions. Join Culips to get full access. [https://esl.culips.com/free-samples/] Already a member? Get the ad free version and study materials here [https://esl.culips.com/1000/07/17459/]. Want to connect with other listeners and practice what you learned? Join our Culips Discord community today Click here to join the community! [https://discord.gg/Bpxa85CFuc]