Simplified Speech #124 – What’s new with Kassy and Andrew
Ever wonder what life is like for our podcast hosts when they’re away from the mic? Well, you’re in luck! In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Kassy catch up and swap tales of the exciting things that have recently happened in their lives.
Simplified Speech episodes are designed to help you improve your English listening and speaking skills. Two native English speakers will have a natural conversation using clear and easy to understand language.
Fun facts
Studies have shown that catching up with your friends is good for your mental health. Adults with strong social support are less likely to have significant health problem and are likely to live longer.
Expressions included in the study guide
- Amigos/amigas
- Run-down
- Creature comforts
- To jump through hoops
- Ballpark
- Connections
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Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Step On by Jahzzar
Photo Credit: Priscilla De Preez (Unsplash.com)
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Simplified Speech #124 – What’s new with Kassy and Andrew
Ever wonder what life is like for our podcast hosts when they’re away from the mic? Well, you’re in luck! In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Kassy catch up and swap tales of the exciting things that have recently happened in their lives. Simplified Speech episodes are designed to help you improve your English listening and speaking skills. Two native English speakers will have a natural conversation using clear and easy to understand language.
Fun facts
Studies have shown that catching up with your friends is good for your mental health. Adults with strong social support are less likely to have significant health problem and are likely to live longer.Expressions included in the study guide
- Amigos/amigas
- Run-down
- Creature comforts
- To jump through hoops
- Ballpark
- Connections
Copyright: Culips.com For more information about this episode, visit culips.com. Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Step On by Jahzzar Photo Credit: Priscilla De Preez (Unsplash.com)
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Sign inHosts: Andrew Bates and Kassy White
Music: Something Elated by Broke For Free
Episode preparation/research: Andrew Bates
Audio editor: Kevin Moorehouse
Transcriptionist: Heather Bates
Study guide writer: Lisa Hoekstra
English editor: Stephanie MacLean
Business manager: Tsuyoshi Kaneshima
Image: Priscilla De Preez (Unsplash.com)
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