Culips ESL Podcast   /     Bonus episode #131 – Talking ‘bout last week

Description

In this week’s bonus episode, Andrew shares a story about trying to celebrate his mother-in-law’s birthday. At first, they planned a hike, but heavy snow forced them to change their plans over and over again. In the end, he and his family enjoyed a cozy, indoor party instead. You’ll also hear about a funny surprise about his father-in-law’s new look! As you listen, you will learn useful English expressions and build your fluency. How this episode will improve your English: Listening: Hear natural, everyday English as Andrew tells a personal story in a clear, understandable way. New vocabulary: Learn words and phrases related to family gatherings, food, and cultural traditions. Idioms and expressions: Learn common English expressions used in real-life situations and understand how to include them in your own conversations. Pronunciation: Listen carefully to Andrew’s rhythm and intonation, then practice speaking along to sound more confident and fluent. 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)

Summary

In this week’s bonus episode, Andrew shares a story about trying to celebrate his mother-in-law’s birthday. At first, they planned a hike, but heavy snow forced them to change their plans over and over again. In the end, he and his family enjoyed a cozy, indoor party instead. You’ll also hear about a funny surprise about his father-in-law’s new look! As you listen, you will learn useful English expressions and build your fluency.








How this episode will improve your English:

* Listening: Hear natural, everyday English as Andrew tells a personal story in a clear, understandable way.
* New vocabulary: Learn words and phrases related to family gatherings, food, and cultural traditions.
* Idioms and expressions: Learn common English expressions used in real-life situations and understand how to include them in your own conversations.
* Pronunciation: Listen carefully to Andrew’s rhythm and intonation, then practice speaking along to sound more confident and fluent.
* 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)

Subtitle
In this week’s bonus episode, Andrew shares a story about trying to celebrate his mother-in-law’s birthday. At first, they planned a hike, but heavy snow forced them to change their plans over and over again. In the end,
Duration
27:57
Publishing date
2024-12-22 17:03
Link
https://esl.culips.com/2024/12/bonus-episode-131-talking-bout-last-week/
Contributors
  Culips English Podcast
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Enclosures
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Shownotes

In this week’s bonus episode, Andrew shares a story about trying to celebrate his mother-in-law’s birthday. At first, they planned a hike, but heavy snow forced them to change their plans over and over again. In the end, he and his family enjoyed a cozy, indoor party instead. You’ll also hear about a funny surprise about his father-in-law’s new look! As you listen, you will learn useful English expressions and build your fluency.

How this episode will improve your English:

  • Listening: Hear natural, everyday English as Andrew tells a personal story in a clear, understandable way.
  • New vocabulary: Learn words and phrases related to family gatherings, food, and cultural traditions.
  • Idioms and expressions: Learn common English expressions used in real-life situations and understand how to include them in your own conversations.
  • Pronunciation: Listen carefully to Andrew’s rhythm and intonation, then practice speaking along to sound more confident and fluent.
  • Speaking: Join discussions with other listeners on the Culips Discord server for additional speaking practice.

Important links: