Have you ever followed a fashion trend, copied someone’s lifestyle, or tried to match a certain vibe? In Korea, there’s a popular word for that: chugumi. In this episode, Andrew and Kassy break down this buzzword, explain what it means, and show you how to talk about similar ideas in English. You’ll hear real examples, learn useful vocabulary, and get tips f ... Show More
Oct 6
Bonus episode #158 – The rain stole my thunder
Have you ever had a day that started off terribly but somehow became unforgettable? In this episode, Andrew shares the story of a rainy half marathon that began in total chaos and ended with a sweet surprise. You’ll hear real, everyday English as he talks about staying motivated, ... Show More
37m 13s
Oct 3
Simplified Speech #229 – Things that get on our nerves
In this episode, Andrew and Indiana get honest with each other about everyday things that annoy people. They talk about habits that “get on their nerves,” such as loud chewing, people using their phones while talking, overused clichés, bad driving habits, and even dog owners who ... Show More
22m 5s
Sep 29
Culips Community Update – October 2025
In this episode, Andrew and Alina share updates about what's new at Culips! You'll learn about the second European meetup happening in Hamburg, Germany on October 18th. They also introduce the October challenge, which is focused on linking words that will help you create better-c ... Show More
10m 53s
Mar 2025
#44- 20 Popular Vocabulary Words and Phrases for Social Media & The Internet
Hi there! Welcome to episode #44 of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast! In this episode, I’ll be teaching you 20 phrasal verbs, slang words and idioms all about social media and the internet. Social media and the internet is where most of our new vocabulary comes from, and ... Show More
28m 24s
Jun 2024
Dollar stores dominate rural America (Fall out of fashion)
Today's story: Dollar stores started as a novelty, a place where consumers could hunt for amusing bargains. But now, they're a big business. Customers can buy cleaning supplies, hardware, clothes, and some food there, all for rock-bottom prices. But not everyone loves dollar stor ... Show More
21m 2s
Apr 2025
781 : Talk About Anything in English - Easy Method
Want to speak English confidently about any topic? In this episode, I'll teach you a simple yet powerful method using the 5Ws framework (Who, What, When, Where, Why) to express your thoughts clearly in English. Whether you're talking about art, books, career, or your fa ... Show More
22m 9s
Feb 2024
#10- 25 Love & Relationship Slang Words, Phrasal Verbs & Idioms
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It’s time to learn a new type of English! Are you tired of learning textbook English that isn’t used in the real world? When you watch American TV shows and movies, don’t you wish you could understand the jokes, slang, expressions and more? If ... Show More
27m 6s
Sep 4
Bitesize Ep 105: A Shocking Chapter of British History: The Day London Nearly Drowned in Dung
📥 Grab the FREE PDF with 15 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster! 🎓 Join my weekly online group lessons In this episode, we dive into a shocking chapter of British history: The Great Hors ... Show More
26m 37s
Aug 8
#64- 18 Phrasal Verbs, Idioms and Slang Words for Body Language
Welcome to Episode #64 of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast. In this episode, you’ll learn 18 fun and useful English slang, idioms, and phrasal verbs for things like rolling your eyes, giving someone the cold shoulder, and even making eyes at someone. People don’t always s ... Show More
25m 11s
Jan 2024
#6- 18 Vocabulary Words for Socializing and Making Plans
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In Episode #6 of the Real Life English with Gabby podcast, you’ll be learning 18 essential vocabulary slang words, phrasal verbs and expressions for making plans and socializing. You’ll learn important words like iron out, back out, a ga ... Show More
19m 28s
Aug 24
827 : English Fluency ABCs : Letter D
In this episode, we continue our English Fluency ABCs series with the letter D, exploring essential vocabulary, phrasal verbs, and sentence patterns that will elevate your English communication. Join me as I break down the letter D with words like "diligent," "diverse," and "dile ... Show More
27m 59s