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The British English PodcastBitesize Ep 107 - Charlie Chatter: I swore I’d never go back... Grab this episode's FREE PDF Worksheet with intermediate+ expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster!
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I swore I’d never go back to an office… but here we are. In this episode, I unpack the highs and lows of working from home vs office life — from beach-side smugness to shared microwaves and soggy commutes.
You’ll also pick up plenty of natural British English along the way, without even realising you’re learning.
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2025-12-1230 minThe British English PodcastFrom the Archives: Growing up in the UK in the 90s - Bonus Ep 2📥 Grab this episode's FREE PDF Worksheet with intermediate+ expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster!
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Learn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gets Harry back on to discuss what it was like growing up in the UK in the 90s & 00s. Charlie & Harry give you an informal, lighthearted conversation covering a variety of topics that British people of a similar age would have experienced when growing up in the UK.
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2025-11-2728 min
The British English PodcastS5/E4 - Learn English Through a Wild French Bank Heist: Albert Spaggiari with Alastair Budge📥 Grab this episode's FREE PDF Worksheet with intermediate+ expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster!
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A gang tunnels through the sewers of Nice to pull off one of France’s most audacious bank heists—complete with tinned ravioli, red wine and a welded-shut vault door. Charlie and guest Alastair from English Learning for Curious Minds unpack how a seemingly ordinary wedding photographer became the mastermind behind “the Sewer Gang,” and why his daring courtroom escape turned him into a reluctant folk hero.
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2025-11-1958 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 84: Pt. 2 of The Elizabethan Era: Exploration, Empire & the English Renaissance | Ft. Ben Marks📥 Grab this episode's FREE PDF with 25 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster!
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England sails into global power in this spirited exploration of the Elizabethan Age. Charlie and Ben unpack how exploration, capitalism, and the defeat of the Spanish Armada shaped a new world order—while art, Shakespeare, and the Renaissance sparked a cultural awakening at home. But was it really a golden age for everyone? Tune in to explore the glory and grit behind the crown.
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2025-11-1331 minThe British English Podcast🎃 Halloween Special | Real Vocabulary from 2 Creepy Stories📥 Grab this episode's FREE PDF with 20 intermediate+ expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster!
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In this Halloween special, Charlie and Harry each share a spine-tingling tale. First, Claire finds a vintage mirror at a market — but her reflection starts behaving… differently. Then we follow Jina, a new student in London, who boards the last train home after a party — only to find she might not be alone. Two creepy stories, one haunting episode.
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2025-10-301h 02
The British English PodcastPronunciation Ep 03 - Master British Intonation with Real Speech👄 Improve Your Pronunciation
In this episode, Charlie breaks down a clip from a previous episode of his to help you master natural British pronunciation. You’ll learn how to shadow native speakers by focusing on connected speech, word stress, intonation, and rhythm… all in a lighthearted, playful manner. This is for learners who want to sound smooth and natural, not forced or overly “native”.
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2025-10-2330 min
The British English PodcastBitesize Ep 106 - The Elves and the Shoemaker📥 Grab this episode's FREE PDF with 10 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster!
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A children’s fairy tale gets a cheeky modern twist as Charlie retells The Elves and the Shoemaker—British-style. With playful commentary, cultural asides, and a few raised eyebrows at naked elves, this episode blends nostalgia, humor, and linguistic insight in just under 15 minutes.
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2025-10-1619 minThe British English PodcastFrom the Archives: A British Conversation in Charlie's Pub, Scene 1 - Bitesize Ep 2📥 Grab this episode's FREE PDF with 10 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster!
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In this episode, step into the Golden Age of England with Charlie and Ben as they unravel the drama, danger, and dazzling growth of the Elizabethan era. From religious upheaval and rebellious pirates to political power plays and the making of a Virgin Queen, this episode sets the stage for a world on the cusp of empire.
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2025-10-0216 min
The British English PodcastS5/E3 - The Rise of England Explained: Elizabethan Era, Part 1📥 Grab this episode's FREE PDF with 15 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster!
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In this episode, step into the Golden Age of England with Charlie and Ben as they unravel the drama, danger, and dazzling growth of the Elizabethan era. From religious upheaval and rebellious pirates to political power plays and the making of a Virgin Queen, this episode sets the stage for a world on the cusp of empire.
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2025-09-1841 minThe British English PodcastInside the World’s Biggest Comedy Festival (with a ‘British’ Comedian)FREE PDF Lesson Pack – https://bit.ly/S5E2_FREE-PDF-Lesson
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Charlie chats with British comedian Matthew McAloone to explore the wild world of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival — the largest arts and comedy festival in the world. Whether you've never heard of it or you're curious about British culture, this episode gives you an insider look at the highs, lows, and very awkward moments comedians face at the Fringe.
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2025-08-0729 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 103 - What Brits Think of You When You Say 'Apartment'Click here to grab the free PDF with all the vocab, quizzes, and example sentences here if you want to learn 3x faster!
Join Charlie as he unpacks the unspoken cultural code behind how Brits describe their homes. From the classic two-up two-down to the oh-so-cosy cottage, this episode is packed with real British vocabulary, quirky facts, and subtle social cues, like what Brits really think when you say “apartment”.
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2025-07-2532 minThe British English PodcastIELTS Ep 4 - IELTS Speaking Band 5 vs 7 vs 9 (With Real Examples & Tips!)Click here for the FREE PDF Lesson Pack
In this episode, Charlie helps you improve your British English and boost your IELTS Speaking score by focusing on Part 3 of the speaking exam using the topic of education. You’ll hear three model answers — Band 5, Band 7, and Band 9 — to the same question, followed by a breakdown of what makes each one different and how you can level up your own speaking skills. Expect practical tips, natural British expressions, and insights into how examiners really assess fluency, grammar, and vocabulary.
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2025-07-0726 minThe British English PodcastTravel Today vs. the Good Old Days – Has It Got Worse?📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 🧐 Test Your Level of English
Charlie chats with Don, a well-travelled Aussie with stories spanning decades of globetrotting, to ask the big question: Has travel got worse? From booking flights at a high street travel agent to navigating airport chaos today, they explore how travel has changed — for better and for worse. Expect tales of travel in the '70s, cultural quirks, and plenty of useful advanced vocabulary and expressions from a conversation around holidays, flying, and the travel experience.
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2025-06-2624 min
The British English PodcastPronunciation Ep 002 - British Shadowing Practice with The Office UK – Funny & Real Pronunciation!👄 Improve Your Pronunciation
In this episode, Charlie breaks down a hilarious scene from The Office (UK) to help you master natural British pronunciation. You’ll learn how to shadow native speakers by focusing on connected speech, word stress, intonation, and rhythm… all through British humour. This is for learners who want to sound smooth and natural, not forced or overly “native”.
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2025-06-1924 min
The British English PodcastSound Fluent When Talking About Hobbies – Part 1 PracticeIn this episode, Charlie helps you improve your British English by focusing on how to talk about hobbies and free time naturally—both for everyday conversation and, more specifically, for Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking exam. You'll hear model answers, learn useful expressions, and get tips to sound more fluent and confident when discussing your interests.
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2025-06-0519 minThe British English PodcastEmma’s 5 Brilliant Things | Ft. Pronunciation with EmmaCharlie welcomes Emma from Pronunciation with Emma back on the show to share her five “brilliant things” — from the oddly specific to the surprisingly relatable. Along the way, they reflect on British culture, personality quirks, and the small moments that make life feel just right. A cosy listen for learners who enjoy natural, unscripted British English.
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2025-05-2929 minThe British English PodcastPronunciation Ep 001 - Stress, Rhythm & Walking Boots👄 Improve Your Pronunciation
In this episode, Charlie uses a real-life story to teach you the key features of natural British pronunciation. From connected speech and word stress to intonation and rhythm, you’ll hear how native speakers really sound — and how to train your ear to follow along. Perfect for learners who want to sound more natural, not necessarily native.
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2025-05-0823 minThe British English PodcastFrom the Archives: British Stereotypes📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet (S1/E3)Learn British English & about British culture in this episode where your host Charlie interviews a variety of English speakers starting with his school friends from the South of England to New Zealanders, Australians and even South African English speakers to find out what the world thinks of us Brits and if we are self aware of our stereotypes! Useful Links below...🎓 Join Charlie's Academy📝 Free episode worksheet🧐 Take English Level Test📑 Transcripts & glossaries📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Learn more ab...
2025-04-1729 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 100 - Blown Away: British Bloke vs. Aussie Cyclone📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie shares his story of getting caught in a big cyclone while visiting Australia. He talks about preparing for the storm, losing power, and how Australians reacted. Join Charlie for this wild adventure, full of useful British English phrases.📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy📧 FREE Email Lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Store here📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi
2025-03-2728 minThe British English PodcastTalking about travel in British EnglishIn this episode, Charlie focuses on how to talk about travel in British English to improve your general fluency but more specifically your IELTS speaking score in part 3 of the speaking exam.Download - How to use idioms in IELTS FREE ebook/audiobookLearn about Charlie's IELTS Speaking Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-0618 minThe British English PodcastTalking about your childhood in British EnglishIn this episode, Charlie focuses on how to talk about a childhood memory of yours in British English to improve your general fluency but more specifically your IELTS speaking score.Download - How to use idioms in IELTS FREE ebook/audiobookLearn about Charlie's IELTS Speaking Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-01-2316 minThe British English PodcastBritish Newspapers: A Guide to Reader Stereotypes📝 Get FREE Episode WorksheetCharlie explores the fascinating stereotypes tied to British newspapers and their readers. From the intellectual air of The Times to the cheeky humor of The Sun, discover how the news you choose can reveal more about your personality than you might think. Listen in while Charlie delves into the cultural signals, quirks, and identities behind Britain’s most iconic papers, and see if your reading habits fit the mold—or break it.📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 Apply to join The Academy📧 FREE Email Lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcastGet the...
2025-01-1614 minThe British English PodcastBonus Episode 68 - Like Father, Like Son? My Dad's Take on My Early Years📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode of the British English Podcast, Charlie sits down with his father to get a fresh perspective on his childhood. After a previous episode with his mother, this time Charlie seeks his father’s unfiltered thoughts, exploring memories, childhood anecdotes, and how both parents' views align—or differ. Join them for a candid, impromptu conversation filled with personal insights, humor, and a deep dive into father-son dynamics.📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcas...
2024-09-0515 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 84 - The Road to Mindfulness: Charlie's Retreat Experience📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode of the British English Podcast, Charlie recounts his transformative experience at a mindfulness retreat, sparked by his partner's concerns about his increasing irritability. Despite initial challenges, the retreat helped him rediscover the power of mindfulness and understand the root of his grumpiness.🧐 Take English Level Test📧 FREE Email Lessons📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcast
2024-07-1825 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 83 - Behind the Words: The Etymology of British Phrases📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode of the British English Podcast, host Charlie wraps up "The Mystery of the Crimson Manor," revealing that Clarissa, facing financial woes, stole the jewel with the butler's help to cover her children's school fees. Charlie emphasizes understanding native expressions from the story and encourages listeners to use the podcast’s resources to enhance their English skills.📧 FREE Email Lessons📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcas...
2024-07-0420 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 82 - Pt. 3 - The Mystery of the Crimson Manor: An AI-Enhanced Narrative📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode of the British English Podcast, host Charlie wraps up "The Mystery of the Crimson Manor," revealing that Clarissa, facing financial woes, stole the jewel with the butler's help to cover her children's school fees. Charlie emphasizes understanding native expressions from the story and encourages listeners to use the podcast’s resources to enhance their English skills.📧 FREE Email Lessons📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcas...
2024-06-2117 minThe British English PodcastBonus Episode 62 - A Heartfelt Chat: Charlie and Mum Reminisce📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie welcomes his mother for a special conversation, where they reminisce about his childhood, family traditions, and her work as a counsellor and play therapist. Through heartfelt anecdotes and humorous mishaps, they explore the enduring bond between mother and son.📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Stor...
2024-06-1331 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 56 - The English Explorer: Navigating Japan, Embracing Peru, Settling in Spain | Ft. Chris from Instant English📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationJoin Charlie and Chris from Instant English as they explore language, culture, and history. Journey from Britain to Japan and Peru, ending in Madrid. Uncover Chris's global tales and transformations. More useful links below...🧔🏻♂️ Chris's YouTube Channel - ▶️ Instant English🎟️ Get Tickets to Charlie's LIVE Podcast in London📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcastGet the...
2024-03-0842 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 71 - Charlie's Groom's Speech: Tales from a British Wedding📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode we dive into Charlie's recounting of British wedding traditions, where he shares his own groom’s speech and amusing tales, providing a delightful glimpse into the unique blend of humour and sentiment that marks these ceremonies. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple Ap...
2024-02-0225 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 53 - Sofa Chats: Dawn Disasters and Dusk Adventures with Charlie & Harry📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationDive into a fun chat with Charlie and Harry as they talk about everything from messy morning hair to urgent bathroom runs. Listen to their funny stories, including a nighttime adventure and Harry's new job in telephone triaging. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts &Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App...
2024-01-2628 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 69 - Even More British Prank Calls: Charlie impersonates fonejacker for the last time!📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode, Charlie attempts to bring back the laughs with his final Fonejacker tribute, featuring three impressions from the beloved TV series. Tune in to hear them navigate these quirky phone calls with a playful exploration of some British cultural stereotypes. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcastGet the App:📱On iO...
2023-12-2215 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 68 - Charlie Chatter: My Boxing Blunders📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationJoin Charlie as he exposes you to a load of native expressions whilst recounting his comical missteps in the boxing world – from gym gaffes to unexpected ring rivalries. It's a knockout episode filled with humour, humility, and a few left hooks of life lessons!Get the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Store here📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-11-3024 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 50 - Exploring Routines in English: British Celebrities Through Harry and Charlie's Eyes📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this lighthearted episode, Harry and Charlie delve into the imagined daily routines of celebrities like Lewis Hamilton and David Attenborough, offering a unique blend of humour and British cultural insights. Through their engaging and humorous discussion, they provide an entertaining way to learn about English language and customs, while playfully speculating about the lifestyles of the rich and famous.Get the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Store here📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more a...
2023-11-1830 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 66 - A Shocking Dog Walk📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationAfter Charlie inherits a dog from his late grandparents, he embarks on a seemingly routine dog walk with Stacey, the path less traveled leads to a shocking ending. Journey with Charlie as he navigates through what was meant to be just a typical day in his life. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcast
2023-10-1617 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 64 - Commentary on The Children's Book "Jack & The Beanstalk"📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationReady for a fun twist on an old tale? Join Charlie as he dives into "Jack and the Beanstalk," but not like you remember it. He's mixing up this classic with his own British spin and asking some big questions. Funny, smart, and just 20 minutes long—this episode's got it all. If you love a good story and some laughs, hit play. Enjoy, guys! Whether you're a festival veteran or a curious newcomer, Charlie's story is sure to resonate. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Acade...
2023-09-0125 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 63 - Glastonbury Unveiled: Charlie's Adventure Amid Music and Culture📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationJoin Charlie as he takes you on a vibrant journey through the famous Glastonbury Music Festival. From battling for tickets to discovering hidden musical gems, this episode offers a personal glimpse into the excitement, challenges, and community spirit that make the festival a unique cultural experience. Whether you're a festival veteran or a curious newcomer, Charlie's story is sure to resonate. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons...
2023-08-1431 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 61 - More British Prank Calls: Charlie impersonates Fonejacker📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie continues to unleash his inner Fonejacker by impersonating some of the most popular characters of the show. These interactions highlight miscommunication, misunderstandings, and absurdity. With more hilarious characters to enjoy and even more culturally significant information, make sure you listen in to this one! Useful Links below... 📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcastGet the App...
2023-07-0318 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 43 - Not Your Average Stag | Ft. Harry📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode, Charlie and Harry discuss Charlie’s unconventional stag do in Spain. They reflect on their unique stag do experience and how it differed from traditional ones that British people tend to have these days. Useful Links are below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App St...
2023-06-2237 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 42 - The Whine Club | Ft. Stacey📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode, Charlie and Stacey discuss a popular podcast people are currently talking about in the UK and then try out a segment of it called "The Weekly Whine Club". This essentially allows them to get all the frustrations they have with each other out in the open. Listen in to see if you think Charlie is a terrible partner.Useful Links are below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-less...
2023-06-1534 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 41 - Breaking News: Good News That Will Make You Happy | Ft. Stephen📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn a world that can feel overwhelmingly negative, it’s important to take a step back and recognise the positive things happening around us. In this episode of the British English podcast, host Charlie Baxter and guest Stephen Devincenzi, from Send7, discuss positive news stories from around the world. They cover topics ranging from medicine to advancements in sustainability, including a promising new cancer vaccine and an increase in electric car sales. So, if you’re looking for a pick-me-up and some good news to brighten your day, tune...
2023-05-1834 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 59 - The Best of British Prank Calling: A Look into Fonejacker and Charlie's Best Impressions📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie unleashes his inner Fonejacker in this episode. He impersonates some of the British cultural icon’s most popular characters, yielding comedic results. Charlie explains the concept of prank calls and walks us through the history of Fonejacker, sharing his own funny joke or two along the way. With three hilarious characters to enjoy and a whole host of culturally significant information, make sure you stay tuned for this one! Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses
2023-05-1024 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 58 - Will Chat GPT Replace Podcasters?📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie discusses ChatGPT, an AI language model that can generate human-like text. He puts it to the test by asking it to create a script for a dialogue between Charlie and his hero, Alan Partridge. Charlie compares his own writing to the AI-generated text and comes to his own conclusion about ChatGPT. Listen in to find out whether he thinks he’ll have a job still tomorrow! Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishp...
2023-04-2128 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 56 - The Ultimate Venting Session for Charlie as he plays Room 101 with Harry📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie discusses the British panel show on TV called Room 101 with Harry, where guests share their pet peeves and phobias. Tune in to find out some of Charlie's biggest pet peeves these days and enjoy a playful debate around them between two close friends. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcastGet the App:...
2023-03-2027 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 36 - Charlie Interviews Host of a Netflix Travel Show | Ft. Jo Franco📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode Charlie interviews a host of the Netflix show called "The World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals". You'll find that this interviewee is far from your average Jo and is an inspiration to us all particularly around travel, language learning and starting your own business. Tune in to enjoy this interview with Jo Franco. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎙️ Not Your Average Jo Podcast👋 Follow Jo Franco on Instagram🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebrit...
2023-02-1137 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 53 - Ready to be my therapist? | Charlie Chatter📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode Charlie admits that this week he has been incredibly depressed and needs you to be there for him to help him get through his issue. So are you ready to be his therapist? Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Stor...
2023-02-0427 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 52 - Pt. 2 of a Trip to Bali. Charlie Chatter📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode Charlie continues to update us on his personal life. Join him as he travels through Bali before flying back to England to start a new chapter of his life as a Brit back in Blighty. Listen in to find out where he is going. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast...
2023-01-2231 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 51 - British opinion on Bali. Charlie Chatter📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode Charlie updates us on his personal life. As he makes his way across the globe back to the UK he makes a tactical pitstop and discovers some culturally differences within the first moments of landing. Listen in to find out where he is going. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast...
2023-01-0416 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 50 - Charlie Chatter: "I'm fleeing Australia"📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode Charlie updates us on his personal life, as he prepares to move from Down Under (Australia) back to Britain. He’s leaving the beautiful Australian beaches, hot weather and great cafés. But why? Does he feel like he's missing out on paying through the nose for his heating or does he genuinely think he could try his luck in campaigning to be the next PM? Find out why he's really wanting to turn his life upside down by listening to this episode. Usefu...
2022-12-1617 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 49 - A Peek Behind the Curtain of The British English Podcast📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode, you are given an auditory peek behind the curtain of the recording studio that Charlie has created for his face-to-face guests. This one includes a snippet of behind the scenes banter recorded while Ben and Charlie were making recordings about the Great English Country Houses, part 1 of which comes out next week. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodc...
2022-11-2820 minThe British English PodcastS4/E2 - Do British people ACTUALLY do these traditions? | Ft. Stacey📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode, Charlie gets together with his fiancée Stacey to chat about some British traditions and discuss whether they really are still a thing or not. They cover things like roast dinners, putting the kettle on in a crisis, queuing, fish & chips, pancake day and more. Listen in to find out what Charlie and Stacey think of these "British traditions". Useful Links below..📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lesso...
2022-11-0543 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 46 - Come on a Dog Walk for some Charlie Chatter📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode, Charlie takes you out of the sound booth and on a quick dog walk to try a new "authentic" style of recording. It might be a bit like marmite though so be prepared for a love-hate relationship with this Charlie Chatter episode on-the-go. Useful Links are below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast...
2022-10-1425 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 30 - Let's Play A British Game Show! Room 101 with Martin📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English in this episode where Charlie invites his podcast pal Martin Johnston of Rock N' Roll English to play a British Game Show called Room 101. This show encourages people to argue their case about why they think a thing they find really annoying should be banned from society forever. Will Charlie let Martin get what he dislikes sent to Room 101? Find out by listening to this episode. Useful Links below...🧔🏻♂️Martin's podcast -🎙Rock N' Roll English Podcast📕 Martin's Hilarious Short Stories Ebook (Proceeds...
2022-10-0735 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 45 - Pt. 2 of Charlie Chatter on Drama in the Hood📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode, Charlie continues to get personal and shares a dilemma with you that he is currently having with his neighbours, as it had been causing him some distress. Please listen in and then feel free to share your thoughts about the whole situation by sending an email to Charlie. Useful Links are below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people abou...
2022-09-3033 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 44 - Did King Charles actually want the throne?📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this (not so) bitesize episode, Charlie decides to focus on the recent passing of Queen Elizabeth II and the newly appointed King Charles III. Charlie digs into the life a royal leads. Has some fun with it by finding out some rules we might not have known and deliberates over whether King Charles does indeed want to be King Charles or if he will look back on his days as Prince Charming with extreme nostalgia. Useful Links are below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy...
2022-09-1436 minThe British English PodcastS4/E1 - How Culturally Aware Are Brits & Aussies? | Ft. Pete Smissen📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode, Charlie invites Pete from Aussie English back on the show as he invited himself into Pete's home whilst on a trip to Melbourne. They take on a cultural competence quiz to check if they are as ignorant about other cultures around the world as expected 😛. Useful Links below..🎙 Aussie English Podcast Episode Ft. Charlie🧑💻 Pete's website📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritis...
2022-09-0737 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 43 - Pt. 2 of Charlie's take on Hansel & Gretel📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode, Charlie continues in his attempt to bring the classic children's book "Hansel & Gretel" to life in this modern world by testing his ability to do different accents across the UK. So please sit back, relax and try not to get too offended by his inaccurate delivery 😛. Useful Links are below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast
2022-08-3124 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 28 - Planning a British Wedding with Stacey📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this Bonus Episode, Charlie gets a microphone in front of Stacey to talk all about weddings in the UK. Charlie and Stacey (mainly Stacey) are planning their UK based wedding and have plenty to say about the process. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple...
2022-08-2646 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 42 - Charlie's take on Hansel & Gretel Pt. 1📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode, Charlie attempts to bring the classic children's book "Hansel & Gretel" to life in this modern world by testing his ability to do different accents across the UK. So please sit back, relax and try not to get too offended by his inaccurate delivery 😛. More useful links below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast
2022-08-1923 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 41 - Charlie Chatter on Drama in the Hood | Pt. 1📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode, Charlie gets personal and shares with you a dilemma that he is currently having with his neighbours, as it is causing him some distress. Please listen in and then email Charlie about what you think he should do to return his living space to harmony. More useful Links are below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podca...
2022-08-0322 minThe British English PodcastS3/E8 - A British Opinion on French Culture | Ft. Luke Thompson📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie invites Luke from Luke’s English Podcast back on the show to discuss his findings on the social experiment he has been running for 10 years, having taken himself, a man born and raised in England and plonked himself in the capital of France and stayed there for a whole decade. At long last he’s ready to divulge his findings about the French and their culture from his British perspective. Useful Links below..📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎙 Luke's English Podcast Episode Ft. Charlie🧑💻 Luke's websi...
2022-07-1545 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 39 - How To Talk About Your Childhood in English📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie and Harry talk about childhood, IELTS Speaking Exam-style. If you want a taste of the IELTS Speaking Course, then this episode is for you! Tune in to get a sample of possible questions to be asked on an IELTS Speaking Exam and listen to how Charlie delivers some answers. And though these are actually bloopers this episode may prove handy in structuring your own responses. Have fun and see you in the next episode! Useful Links are below...🎓 The IELTS Speaking Course📑 Transcripts...
2022-06-3015 min
The Level Up English Podcast#166 Strange British Culture with Charlie BaxterCharlie Baxter (The British English Podcast / Real English with Real Teachers) joined me for a chat about British culture and his thoughts after living in Australia for a few years now and being away from home.What he misses about British cultureWhy British people are strangeAustralian slangTravel destinations Join Level Up English - https://courses.levelupenglish.schoolBy becoming a member, you get access to all podcast transcripts, listen to the private podcast and join live lessons and courses on the website.Show notes page - https://levelupenglish.school/pod...
2022-06-2244 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 22 - How does the IELTS Test ACTUALLY go? | Ft. Lauren📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie speaks with a current academy and IELTS student of his called Lauren. Given that she recently took the exam, Charlie wanted to talk about the exam day itself and how the process actually feels. Lauren received an overall band score of 8 on the IELTS test so make sure to listen to this one as she describes what helped her to feel confident answering the written and oral exam. More useful links below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses
2022-05-1134 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 21 - Motorway Monologue 1📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode, Charlie wanted to record the culture shock he was experiencing when he was back home to see family and friends in the UK. So, he decided to record this podcast on the road in action! But don't worry, he is safe. It was a hands-free device. So join Charlie as a passenger till the end and listen to the motorway experiences he had back in his motherland! Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses
2022-04-2622 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 34 - Commentary on The Children's Book "The Tiger Who Came To Tea"📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie retells the story of the British Children's Book "The Tiger Who Came To Tea" and then gives his own thoughts on the language and cultural references that come up in the story. This is also the prequel to a parody of the story that Charlie stumbled across and is keen to share with you but first to appreciate the parody let's not forget the original. So enjoy learning about why milkmen are a dying breed in the UK and see why Charlie thinks Sophie, the protagonist...
2022-04-2029 minThe British English PodcastS3/E6 - How to retell what you saw on Netflix📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie decides to tackle an everyday communication skill which is retelling what you saw on TV. After he saw a gripping documentary Charlie thought he'd example an attempt at doing exactly that. So get ready to experience a rollercoaster of emotions as he informs you of a true story that is being aired on Netflix right now. Not only will you be exposed to some wonderfully native expressions in a fascinating tale but you'll also be able to see how he goes about retelling it which will give yo...
2022-04-1224 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 32 - Voices of Ukraine📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode Charlie shares the voices of people from Ukraine in order to tackle the misinformation around what is actually going on in the country right now. This is an incredibly different type of episode but is one that Charlie feels a moral duty to run during these catastrophic times in Ukraine. This episode was co-produced with Pete from Aussie English. Useful Links are below...Ukraine Crisis Donation links: Red Cross / MSF / PHA / PALI / Meduza📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resou...
2022-03-2025 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 19 - A Q&A with a British Couple📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this Bonus episode, Charlie's fiancé Stacey makes her BEP debut. In a Q&A conversation, they talk about how their love story started. Learn which traits they value most in each other and find out how Charlie met Stacey's parents for the first time. Finally listen into their lovely journey together as a British couple. More useful links below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishengli...
2022-03-1330 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 15 - How Many British Legends Do You Know ... Besides The Queen?📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationEver found yourself lost in a conversation with British people who are talking about "famous" people that you've never even heard of before? Well, Charlie wanted to help you get to know some of the UK's household names. Join the conversation he has with Pete from Aussie English to see if people from down under have ever heard of these Brits. More useful links below...🇦🇺 Check out Aussie English by Pete - You can also try Pete's 5-Day Next Level English Course📑 Get Transcripts & Gl...
2021-12-1433 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 25 - Not your average British proposal.📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationA British person decides to declare his love for his long term girlfriend by popping the question in a way that even James Bond might nod his head to. Listen to an episode of "Charlie Chatter" to hear how a once in a lifetime moment went down for the host of The British English Podcast. Listen out for the 45+ native expressions that are defined in the glossary. More useful links below...📑 Get Transcripts & Glossaries📔 10 most useful idioms audiobook & ebook🎁 Try the sample lesson in...
2021-12-1025 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 24 - Secrets revealed whilst interviewing Lucy from "English with Lucy"📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English in this episode with Charlie, your host, gets Lucy from the YouTube Channel "English with Lucy" back on the podcast to go through a quick-fire round of personal questions. We even find out what Lucy gives herself a score of 1 out of 10 for! More useful links below...📢 Sponsor - betterhelp.com/bep👧🏼 Learn with Lucy:
Lucy's Pronunciation Course (use the code **BEP15** for 15% off)
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2021-11-2218 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 14 - Why is football so culturally significant in England? Ft. Martin📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gets Martin from Rock N' Roll English back on the show to explore the cultural significance football has on English people. Links below...📢 Sponsor - betterhelp.com/bep🎙 Martin's Podcast: Rock N' Roll English📕 Martin's Hilarious Short Stories Ebook (100% of proceeds go to Ukrainian Refugees)📑 Get transcripts and glossaries🎯 The 7-Day Challenge🎁 Try the sample lesson in The Academy📔 How to use idioms in IELTS audio...
2021-11-1537 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 23 - Happy Birthday to The British English Podcast📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English in this episode with Charlie, your host, where he gives you an update on the direction of this show and what is currently new with him. Useful links below...📑 Get Transcripts & Glossaries🎁 Try the sample lesson in The Academy🎯 The 7-Day Challenge📔 How to use idioms in IELTS audiobook🎓 Test your English level🎁 Learn how to paraphrase effectively📧 Get the newsletter with e-lessons🎓 The IELTS Speaking Course✅ The 5-step listening method...
2021-11-0832 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 13 - Where is an American's dream holiday?📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gets Shana, the host of The American English Podcast, back on the show to explore an imaginary trip of a lifetime. More useful links below...📢 Sponsor - betterhelp.com/bep🇺🇸 The American English Podcast📑 Get Transcripts & Glossaries🎁 Try the sample lesson in The Academy🎯 The 7-Day Challenge📔 How to use idioms in IELTS audiobook🎓 Test your English level🎁 Learn how to paraphrase effecti...
2021-10-3138 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 22 - The Journey of a British Musician📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English in this episode with Charlie, your host, where he interviews a best friend from school who is on track to becoming a successful artist in the music industry. Charlie asks his friend about his journey as an artist to give you a better understanding of how the British music industry works and how musicians "make it" in today's world. More useful links below...📢 Sponsor link: betterhelp.com/bep📢 Listen to fika on Spotify📲 Follow fika on Instagram📑 Get Transcrip...
2021-10-2517 minThe British English PodcastS3/E2 - British Pests with Harry | [Not for the faint hearted]📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this second episode of Season 3 of The Academy, Charlie invites Harry back on the show to discuss Harry's latest British problem related to pests you get when living in the UK.This episode includes some stories related to pests being dealt with in a rather brutal way. Listener discretion is as advised. Useful Links below...📑 Get transcripts and glossaries👨🏻🏫 Book a private English Lesson with Harry🎁 Try the sample lesson in The Academy🎯 The 7-Day Challenge📔 How to use idioms in IELTS...
2021-10-1935 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 21 - How to talk about your hometown📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie focuses on vocabulary that is particularly useful when talking about your hometown. You'll get to hear many native expressions related to the hometown in general and better understand how to score top marks in an English speaking test like the IELTS Test. Useful Links below...📔 How to use idioms in IELTS audiobook🎓 The IELTS Speaking Course📑 Get Transcripts & Glossaries🎁 Try the sample lesson in The Academy🎯 The 7-Day Challenge🎓 Test your English level🎁 Learn how to paraphrase...
2021-10-1017 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 12 - British Music with Al from Fika📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gets a British musician and music producer on the show to talk about British music, what instruments we learn as children, the journey of a musician in the UK and why we often tend to sing in an American accent. Useful Links below...📢 Listen to fika on Spotify📲 Follow fika on Instagram📑 Get transcripts and glossaries🎁 Try the sample lesson in The Academy🎯 The 7-Day Challenge...
2021-10-0341 minThe British English PodcastExtra Episode: How to improve Your British English Fast!This is an extra episode to tell you how a Russian student is improving her British English so fast and announce that The Academy Doors are closing very soon! Sign up to The Academy before the doors close to new sign ups before Midnight September 30th, 2021.Useful Links below...🎁 Try the sample lesson in The Academy🎓 Test your English level🎁 Learn how to paraphrase effectively📧 Get the newsletter with e-lessons✅ The 5-step listening method every polyglot uses🖥 Go to The British English Podcast Website👋 Find Charlie on instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Learn more...
2021-09-2907 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 20 - A Modern British Commentary on The Gruffalo📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, takes a look at a classic Children's book and adds commentary as a modern British person. Let's see if the author's writing of The Gruffalo goes down well with Charlie. More useful links below...📑 Get Transcripts & Glossaries🎁 Try the sample lesson in The Academy🎯 The 7-Day Challenge📔 How to use idioms in IELTS audiobook🎓 Test your English level🎁 Learn how to paraphrase effectively📧...
2021-09-2823 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 11 - I ended up in a wheelchair📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, fills you in on an injury he's had recently as it brought up some interesting cultural differences as he went through the procedure. Useful Links below...📢 Sponsor: Join the next Lingoda Language Sprint. Use the code **CHAMP57** to get a €20 discount.📑 Get Transcripts & Glossaries🎯 The 7-Day Challenge📔 How to use idioms in IELTS audiobook🎓 Test your English level🎁 Learn how to paraphrase effectively📧 G...
2021-09-2022 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 19 - Discussing The British Social Classes with Ricky📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie gets Ricky back on the show to discuss his own thoughts on the British social classes and how they might be changing as we speak. Ricky is a Psychology Coach who helps a wide variety of people find more happiness and meaning in their lives. He helped me find a way to live a more mindful and passionate life over 10 years ago and his teachings still remain with me on a day-to-day basis. Enjoy this conversation between two old friends and delve into Ricky's understanding of the soci...
2021-09-1217 minThe British English PodcastS3/E1 - 5 British English Films for English Learners with Cara📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this brand new Season of episodes in The Academy, Charlie invites Cara from Leo Listening on to the show to talk about a bunch of culturally relevant British movies and to discuss the idea of a Movie Club for English learners. More useful links below...Cara Leopold's info:- 🎁 Download Cara's FREE guide "Understand Movies In English"- 🖥 Sign up to Cara's Movie Club- 📺 Watch Cara on YouTube📑 Get Transcripts & Glossaries🎁 Try the sample lesson in The A...
2021-09-0735 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 18 - Super Advanced Vocabulary📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this bitesize episode Charlie gives you 3 super advanced words to sound even more intelligent than you already are and uses a large number of colloquial expressions throughout the episode when talking about them. So, get those notebooks out because you are certainly going to be adding some phrases to your "new vocabulary" list from this episode. More useful links below...📢 Download LingoChamp App📑 Get Transcripts & Glossaries🎁 Try the sample lesson in The Academy🎯 The 7-Day Challenge📔 How to use idioms in...
2021-08-3025 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 10 - 5 Tips on Compelling Storytelling with Olly Richards📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie gets the British polyglot Olly Richards on the show. Olly has written over 30 language learning books and is here to give us all a few tips on how to be better storytellers. Listen up as we all know storytelling is a fundamental part of communication. Useful Links below...Olly Richards info:
📺 Watch Olly's YouTube Channel
🖥 Visit Olly's website
🎙 Listen to Olly's podcast
📱 Follow Olly on Instagram
📑 Get Transcripts & Glossaries🎯 The 7-Day Challenge📔 How to use idioms in IELTS audiobook
2021-08-2431 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 17 - A Modern British Commentary on Little Red Riding Hood📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie takes a look at a classic Children's book and adds commentary as a modern British person. Let's see if the author's writing of Little Red Riding Hood goes down well with Charlie. Either way you'll get your fix of British culture with plenty of native expressions for you to learn from in context. Join The Premium Podcast to access the full glossary and transcript of this episode. More useful links below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥...
2021-08-1520 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 9 - Culture Shock in Italy for British Father📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationIn this episode, Charlie invites Martin from Rock N Roll English back on the show to talk about the cultural differences he is noticing now that he is a father raising a child in Italy with his Italian wife. Join The Premium Podcast to access part 2 and 3 of the show. More useful links below...🎙 Rock N' Roll English (Episode 231 Ft. Charlie)📕 Martin's Hilarious Short Stories Ebook (100% of proceeds go to Ukrainian Refugees)📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 Eng...
2021-08-1134 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 16 - Pt. 2 of Top Ten Most Popular All-time British TV Shows for Baby Boomers📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie continues to take a look at the most well known TV Shows in the UK, for non-natives to better understand pop culture and casual TV references that are likely to appear in conversation amongst British baby boomers. More useful links below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me
2021-08-0326 minThe British English PodcastS2/E8 - TOEFL vs Duolingo English Test with Josh📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie invites Josh from TST Prep on the show to talk about the duolingo English test that is becoming more popular than ever before and is starting to compete with the more traditional tests such as IELTS or TOEFL. So Josh is here to tell you all about it. We also get to know Josh a bit better as he grew up in America but now resides in Japan with his Japanese wife. This conversation will help any English learner better understand the fundamental differences between TOEFL, IELT...
2021-07-2728 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 15 - Top Ten Most Popular All-time British TV Shows for Baby Boomers (Pt. 1)📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie takes a look at the most well known TV Shows in the UK for non-natives to better understand pop culture and casual TV references that are likely to appear in conversation amongst baby boomers. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice
2021-07-1825 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 8 - Off The Beaten Track with Harry📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie gets Harry back on to explore an imaginary trip of a lifetime. This episode is hopefully the first of many of a new conversation game Charlie has called "Off The Beaten Track" going through the fundamental questions to get an understanding of what the perfect adventure looks like for the interviewee. This week you will get to see what "a perfect trip abroad" looks like in the eyes of a British person. So put your hands together and welcome Harry Gyles back to the podcast. Join The Pr...
2021-07-1128 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 14 - A Modern British Commentary on Goldilocks & The Three Bears📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie takes a look at a classic Children's book and adds commentary as a modern British person. Let's see if the author's writing of Goldilocks & The Three Bears goes down well with Charlie. Either way you'll get your fix of British culture with plenty of native expressions for you to learn from in context. More useful links below...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑...
2021-07-0523 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Episode 11 - A British Conversation in Charlie's Pub, Scene 2📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie brings you a "typical" British conversation in a British pub that will give you your fix of British culture and language with plenty of native expressions for you to learn from in context. More useful links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FREE Resources🎓 English Courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice
2021-05-2316 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 6 - A Bunch of British Behaviours with Harry📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie goes through a handful of behaviours with Harry that they suspect are typically British. These small but telling mannerisms are what cultural differences are all about. Spotting those ways of being that seem illogical to one group of people but perfectly ordinary to another is a large part of why Charlie enjoys doing this show so much. So, we hope you enjoy it yourself! Join The Premium Podcast to access part 2 and 3 of the show. More useful links...📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 FR...
2021-05-1625 min
The British English PodcastS2/E4 - British Comedy with Luke from "Luke's English Podcast"📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie interviews Luke from 'Luke's English Podcast' and as Luke is not only an ESL teacher but also a comedian, Charlie asked him to describe the journey a comedian takes to become a successful comic in the UK. Luke highlights an important difference between British comedy and British humour. We also squeeze a juicy story out of him during his rock 'n' roll days and he even shares a moment when he was dying on his arse on stage as a comedian. Luke has a delightful way with hi...
2021-04-0335 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 4 - Pt. 2 of A Typically British Weekend📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationCharlie continues to give you an insight into what it's like to spend a weekend in the UK like a local. Charlie gives you part 2 of a typical weekend in his life when living in the UK for you to compare to yours and you can see how similar or different it is to wherever you are in the world. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instag...
2021-02-1019 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 3 - A Typically British Weekend Part 1📝 Free episode worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English & about British culture in this bitesized episode where Charlie, your host, gives you an insight into what it's like to spend a weekend in the UK like a local. Charlie gives you a typical weekend in his life when living in the UK for you to compare to yours and you can see how similar or different it is to wherever you are in the world. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebri...
2021-01-2816 minThe British English PodcastBonus Ep 2 - Growing up in the UK in the 90s📝 Free episode worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gets Harry back on to discuss what it was like growing up in the UK in the 90s & 00s. Charlie & Harry give you an informal, lighthearted conversation covering a variety of topics that British people of a similar age would have experienced when growing up in the UK. Useful Links below...👨🏻🏫 Book a private English Lesson with Harry📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritis...
2021-01-2027 minThe British English PodcastBitesize Ep 2 - A British Conversation in Charlie's Pub, Scene 1📝 Free episode worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationLearn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, brings you a "typical" British conversation in a British pub. Useful Links below...📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-01-1416 minThe British English PodcastS1/E8 - British University LifestyleLearn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gets Martin from Rock N' Roll English on the show to do an interview style episode all about the life of a uni student in the UK. They cover nightlife, student accommodation and campus lifestyle.Martin is from around the London area so he has a similar dialect to Charlie's (standard southern British) but he has a more contemporary (relaxed) accent which will help improve your listening skills. Links below...🎓 Sample of The Academy🎓 Sample of The Premium Podcast📝 Free episode w...
2020-11-3025 min