Context Clues is for anyone who's ever felt confused by American culture — even if you speak perfect English. Why do Americans say "How are you?" but don't actually want to know? What does "Let's grab coffee sometime" really mean? Why do we split the check down to the penny, but get uncomfortable when someone asks for help? Hosted by LJ, an ESL teacher and founder of The Immersion Studio, Context Clues unpacks the small, strange rituals of American life and traces them back to the values, contradictions, and anxieties that shape how we communicate. Each episode explores one cultural artifact — a phrase, a behavior, a daily ritual — and shows you why it exists, how it shows up in language, and what it reveals about American identity. This isn't about stereotypes or surface-level "fun facts." This is cultural fluency: understanding the why behind the what, so you can navigate American life with clarity, confidence, and emotional intelligence. Perfect for English learners, educators, expats, immigrants, and anyone who wants to decode the unspoken rules of American English. New episodes every week. 10–15 minutes. Real culture, real context, real fluency.