A Canadian 🇨🇦 in Korea 🇰🇷 (with Andrew from Culips)

In this conversation, I spoke with Andrew Bates from Culips.
We talked extensively about his life in Korea, his experience teaching English in difference schools, how Korea has changed since he first arrived, and why AI tutor apps are so popular in Korea.
Oh, and (of course) we also talked about K-Pop.
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RUclips: @Culips
Website: esl.culips.com/
Podcast: Type "Culips" into your favourite podcast app
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Timestamps:
00:00 Meet Andrew Bates: A Canadian's Journey in Korea
01:52 The Start of Andrew's Adventure: From Canada to Korea
06:58 First Teaching Experience in Korea: Embracing the Unexpected
10:04 Adapting to Korean Life: Challenges and Surprises
21:30 The Evolution of Korea: Rapid Changes and Technological Advances
27:53 Comparing Global Technological Adaptations: Korea vs. Europe
32:14 Exploring Digital Payment Trends: China vs. Korea
33:20 The Global Influence of Korean Culture
34:35 Decoding the Success of K-Pop Worldwide
40:58 K-Beauty and Fashion: Korea's Impact on Global Trends
42:44 The Competitive Nature of Korean Society
45:13 English Learning in Korea: Challenges and Experiences
51:32 The Role of AI in Language Learning
01:03:18 Podcasting and Language Learning: A Personal Journey

[@Heather-bi6jm]

I’m a fan of Andrew, Culips English Podcast!

[@LeonardoEnglishCom]

great to hear that. Us too :)

[@mariamogilevska3014]

Another very interesting and deep conversation on your channel, Alaister, thank you! Now, I have formed an idea of South Korea and its inhabitants, their culture, their lifestyle and all that dynamics with which the Korean society has been developing. It's been curious, indeed. And I do like these delicate remarks you make during the conversation, which unfolds it even more and inspires Andrew to share his observations and thoughts. Thank you, it's been a pleasure to listen to you both.

[@LeonardoEnglishCom]

Really glad you enjoyed this one, Maria. Thank you for your kind words 🙏

[@esun608]

I enjoyed this whole interviewing show, as a Korean English learners. I know I am not in a position to approve anything here but I would like to say Andrew seems to have very deep and accurate perspectives towards Korean cultures and phenomenons. Thank you both for making such a interesting episode on Korea!

[@LeonardoEnglishCom]

that's great to hear, I'm glad that you enjoyed it! - Alastair

[@user-io1qj7ky3w]

It was the interesting interview! Thank you for sharing it. ❤

[@LeonardoEnglishCom]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@loretavincenti]

Hi from Italy. Thank you for this enjoyable interview. It's well conducted and offers interesting insights from personal real life to understand such a peculiar country.

[@LeonardoEnglishCom]

really glad you enjoyed it, Loreta :)