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Release Date: 7 Nov, 1000

Simplified Speech #204 – Exploring Germany (ad free)

Episode description

In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew talks with Indiana about her recent trip to Germany. Indiana shares exciting stories about meeting her family in Germany for the first time, seeing amazing castles, and trying new foods. They also talk about the challenges of speaking another language and what it was like to see her family’s culture up close. This episode gives interesting insights into German culture and tips for feeling more comfortable in a foreign country.

Fun fact

Indiana talked about the white asparagus she tried in Germany. Did you know that white asparagus is grown entirely underground to keep it from producing chlorophyll, which would turn it green? The seasonal “Spargelzeit” (asparagus season) is so beloved in Germany that white asparagus has earned the nickname “King of Vegetables,” and there are entire festivals, dishes, and menus dedicated to it!

Expressions included in the study guide

  • To work up the courage
  • To go against the grain
  • Opulent
  • To be struck by
  • To digress
  • To give off vibes

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Intermediate
Mobile Learning Materials

Release Date: 7 Nov, 1000
~27 minutes

Simplified Speech #204 – Exploring Germany (ad free)

Episode description

In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew talks with Indiana about her recent trip to Germany. Indiana shares exciting stories about meeting her family in Germany for the first time, seeing amazing castles, and trying new foods. They also talk about the challenges of speaking another language and what it was like to see her family’s culture up close. This episode gives interesting insights into German culture and tips for feeling more comfortable in a foreign country.

Fun fact

Indiana talked about the white asparagus she tried in Germany. Did you know that white asparagus is grown entirely underground to keep it from producing chlorophyll, which would turn it green? The seasonal "Spargelzeit" (asparagus season) is so beloved in Germany that white asparagus has earned the nickname "King of Vegetables," and there are entire festivals, dishes, and menus dedicated to it!

Expressions included in the study guide

  • To work up the courage
  • To go against the grain
  • Opulent
  • To be struck by
  • To digress
  • To give off vibes

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Hosts: Andrew Bates and Indiana Brown
Episode preparation/research: Andrew Bates
Audio editor: Marshall Vaillancourt
Transcriptionist: Heather Bates
Study guide writer: Alina Morozova
English editor: Indiana Brown
Operations: Tsuyoshi Kaneshima
Image: Kay Mayer (Unsplash.com)

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Culips is podcast for English language learners who want to get awesome at English. We think it is important to learn English how it is really spoken and that’s why our lessons are always focused on real, current English. Learn to speak like a native and understand everything with Culips!  Test
Culips is really different than other English courses and podcasts. Our hosts are kind, funny, and professional. Our podcasts and lessons are designed to help you become fluent in conversational, North American English.  Here are some things you might not know about our hosts:
  • They are Canadian and American
  • Have master’s degrees and work in professions related to English education (Andrew is a university English professor, Suzanne is a pronunciation coach and voice actor, and Morag is a writer).
  • Actively study second languages as adults. Our team understands the ups and downs of studying foreign languages as adults who live busy lives.
At Culips, we make English understandable through our five different series: Chatterbox Listen to real English conversations between native speakers as we talk about current events, share funny stories, or interview fascinating guests. Become a fluent listener, get exposure to Western culture, and learn the ins and outs of natural English conversations all at the same time. Catch Word Learn natural English expressions, idioms, and phrasal verbs. We teach you everyday English vocabulary that native speakers actually use. Sound like a native speaker with Catch Word. Simplified Speech Do you get stressed out by English? Do native speakers talk too fast? Don’t worry! We’re here to help. In Simplified Speech, we use 100% natural English, but we speak more slowly than we do in our everyday lives. This series is great for all levels of learners but is specifically designed with high beginner-intermediate students in mind. Real Talk In our In our Real Talk series we teach you the practical English you need know when visiting or living in an English speaking country. Each episode examines a specific situation such as ordering at a restaurant, renting an apartment, or getting a refund. Speak Easy Speak Easy is the show that teaches you how to pronounce English the way native speakers do. Learn tips and tricks that will make your English pronunciation clear and understandable with Speak Easy.
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