Simplified Speech #247 – Why do we dream

About this episode

In this episode, Andrew and Indiana discuss the nature of dreams, share personal experiences with nightmares, and explore sleep-related topics.

Why do we dream? In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Indiana share their own theories about what dreams are for, the strangest recurring nightmares they’ve had, and a uniquely Korean kind of dream that’s said to predict pregnancy. They also get into sleepwalking, snoring, and the small habits that can quietly ruin your sleep. The Best Way to Learn with This Episode: Culips members get an interactive transcript, a helpful study guide, and ad-free audio for this episode. Take your English to the next level by becoming a Culips member. Become a Culips member now: Click here : Members can access the ad-free version here : Join our Discord community to connect with other learners and get more English practice. Click here to join. References: Wikipedia, Conception dreams — Read here : 🔑 Key expressions Keep an ear out for these phrases during the episode: Fresh off the dome To ring true Every now and then To build up to The OG Story of my life

People in this episode

Hosts: Andrew, Indiana

Topics covered

• dreams
• sleep
• nightmares
• sleepwalking
• Korean culture

Keywords

• dreams
• nightmares
• sleepwalking
• Korean dreams
• sleep habits

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Culips, Wikipedia

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