Have you ever tried to buy something online and everything went completely wrong? That's exactly what happened to Andrew when he tried to book a simple plane ticket online! In this episode, Andrew tells you two funny stories: one about his epic battle with credit card verification systems that led to a complete "rage quit," and another about a confusing elevator situation that made him question basic social manners. These stories are full of natural English expressions and vocabulary that you'll hear native speakers use when they're frustrated, telling personal stories, or discussing everyday social situations. What you'll learn: Essential travel vocabulary like "stopover," "verification," "overseas purchase," and "budget airline" that you'll need for real trips How to express frustration naturally with phrases like "at my wit's end," "blood boiling," and "back to square one" The meaning of "rage quit" and other modern slang that native speakers use every day Natural conversation flow - notice how Andrew tells stories, asks questions, and shares his thoughts just like in real conversations Practical expressions for describing technical problems and discussing social situations Perfect for you if: You want to understand how native speakers share personal experiences and ask for opinions You're building confidence with travel, technology, and social vocabulary You love learning through entertaining, relatable stories instead of boring textbook lessons You want to sound more natural when expressing frustration or discussing everyday problems in English You're ready for real English that doesn't feel like studying Important links: Become a Culips member Study with the interactive transcript Join the Culips Discord server Small-group speaking class schedule
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