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Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke ThompsonThe Ramble Before Christmas 🎄 [966] Listen & Learn English with Luke[966] Here is a super-long seasonal rambling episode, which you can listen to while wrapping presents, finishing some last-minute gift shopping, or (if you don't celebrate Christmas) just doing whatever you normally do in December. This is a long one, but the more you listen, the more it will help your English! 💪🎅📄 Get the PDF with all my notes here https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/The-Ramble-Before-Christmas-966-Episode-PDF.pdf🔗 Episode page on my website https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/12/15/the-ramble-before-christmas-966-listen-learn-english-with-luke/🏆 20% off LEP Premium in Dec & Jan https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium🎁 Give LEP Premium a...
2025-12-152h 55
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke ThompsonThompson Originals 💿 (A Chat with My Brother) [956]My brother James joins me again on the podcast for a rambling chat about diverse topics such as: trousers 👖 sandwiches 🥪 gangster films 🍿 the work of Edgar Allan Poe 📖 vinyl and cassettes 🎵 memories of living together 🎮 annoying behaviour 😤 and English words and grammar that irritate people 😠 plus James has a new vinyl EP out now on Ooz records. Transcript available 📄.🎧 Get OOZ004 - James' new vinyl EP 👉 https://oozrecords.bandcamp.com/album/ooz004📄 Get the PDF transcript 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Thompson-Originals-A-Chat-with-My-Brother-956-TRANSCRIPT.pdf🔗 Episode page on my website 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/10/06/thompson-originals-a-chat-with...
2025-10-061h 35
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke ThompsonListen & Learn English with Luke 🎧 This is SOMETHING! [944]In this episode I take you on a big rambling journey through all sorts of English-learning goodness (and nonsense). We start by pondering what makes a good podcast title — is it clever, clickbait, or just clear? I reveal a monumental tectonic shift in the way I am titling my episodes. Then it’s into the Grammar Zone, with an in-depth look at English narrative tenses. Then I reveal LukeGlish.com, a custom search tool that lets you explore my entire podcast content by words and phrases. And, there’s the Comedy Corner, where I break down some English jokes and wo...
2025-07-142h 30
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson942. The ASMR Zen School of English ☁️🧘 Learn English and RelaxImprove your English and reduce stress with this unique ASMR-style episode ☁️ 🧘. Join me for a relaxing, meditative journey featuring calm background music, softly spoken English, vocabulary for peace and tranquillity, some grammar practice, and gentle humour. Designed to help you learn English naturally while calming your mind, this episode is ideal for listening in bed, during quiet study, or or on a peaceful walk. Includes ambient music by my brother Jim Thompson. ASMR English, learn English while relaxing, calming English podcast, mindfulness, ESL listening practice with humour. Episode transcript available. 📄 Get the PDF transcript 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content...
2025-06-301h 28
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson931. Overcoming Fears 😰 with ZdenekThis episode features a conversation with Zdenek about fears and anxieties experienced in everyday life. We explore common fears such as driving, flying, culture shock, language learning and public speaking, plus vocabulary we use to talk about the subject. Listen for stories of Luke's fear of Paris cafes, airport anxiety, Luke's dramatic scooter ride in Nha Trang, Zdenek's fears of Vietnamese roads and driving, Luke's recent cycling accident in Paris, Zdenek's encounter with a London police officer, nerves about teaching, and more.The accompanying PDF worksheet offers a vocabulary list from the conversation, with definitions, examples, and quiz...
2025-04-141h 40
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson902. "A Year on the Fosse" by Rick Thompson (English History & Wildlife) Dad's New Book 📕 Out NowA conversation with my dad about his new book, which is about the history and wildlife of a famous Roman road which passes right through the heart of England. Expect stories from various periods of English history, plus descriptions of typical English bird life. English history and culture on Luke's English Podcast.📕 Get the book here 👉 https://a.co/d/6qpPBIAEpisode page 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/01/902-a-year-on-the-fosse-by-rick-thompson-english-history-amp-wildlife-dads-new-book-out-now/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-011h 14
Back to BirdingDavid Hollie on the Lesser Antilles and its endemic birds, Part 1David Hollie discusses endemic birds of the Lesser Antilles after his experiences targeting them in summer of 2o23. Enjoy! Photos by of David Hollie and Luke Thompson (Northern House Wren).Photo Gallery: Lesser Antilles with David Hollie, Part 1 Photos (Pixieset)Trip Reports: eBird, Cloud BirdersFeel free to contact us at backtobirding@gmail.com!
2024-08-201h 02
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson888. UK General Election 🗳️ / Euro 2024 ⚽️ (The Rick Thompson Report: June 2024)My dad returns to talk about the current political situation in the UK. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called a general election to take place on 4 July. Why did Sunak call an election at this moment? What do people think of the Consvervative Party, who have been in power for 14 years? Will we have a new government and a new Prime Minister in the UK in a couple of weeks? Also, what about England's performances in the Euro 2024 football championship?Episode page 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/06/24/888-uk-general-election-euro-2024-the-rick-thompson-report-june-2024Luke's stand-up comedy show, details 👉 https://www.teache...
2024-06-241h 03
Back to BirdingEmergency flight back from Panama?! And UTAH Pt. 1Join Patrick and Luke for a slightly unconventional episode as they discuss their most recent adventures... some more exhilarating than expected. The first half of the episode dives into Luke's unfortunate emergency flight home from guiding in Panama, and the second half covers the first few birds of Patrick's recent trip to Utah. Part 2 coming promptly. Enjoy! Reach out with anything at backtobirding@gmail.comPlease leave a rating wherever you're streaming!
2024-06-2058 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson881. Reading the news with a foreign accent (with Barbara Serra)Barbara Serra is an award-winning Italian journalist who has spent much of her career reading the news in the UK on various high-profile well-established English language news networks including the BBC, Channel 5, Al Jazeera English and Sky News. Barbara has quite a specific relationship with English. It’s her dominant language but not her native language. She has a certain accent, which does place her outside the UK somehow. So how has this affected her career as a news reader and reporter? What is the story of her English? What kind of challenges ha...
2024-05-061h 04
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson876. Thoughts & comments on recent episodes / A Spring Equinox Ramble 2024Listen to me rambling about Daylight Saving Time, weird AI generated images for Luke's English Podcast, and lots of comments and responses to recent episodes including the Birthday Party story 🎂 , the MBTI Personality Test 🙇 and the Walk & Talk in Paris 📹🚶. 🔗 Episode page 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/04/08/876-thoughts-comments-on-recent-episodes-a-spring-equinox-ramble-2024/📄 Get the PDF (no email needed) 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/876.-Thoughts-comments-on-recent-episodes-_-A-Spring-Equinox-Ramble.pdf📺 The Advanced English Summit - book your place for Luke's Zoom talk (free) 👉 https://english-at-home.com/summit/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-04-082h 00
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson873. Luke takes the MBTI Personality TestThe MBTI Personality Test (aka "16 Personalities") is a very well-known and widely used test which claims to be able to give you a "freakishly accurate" analysis of your personality type. In this episode I take the test, explain the reasons for my answers, explain some vocabulary and give my thoughts on the test results and the test itself. Includes plenty of expressions for describing personality traits, behaviour, ways of thinking and feeling and the subject of psychological testing.👉 Episode page with notes, transcripts and links https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/03/18/873-luke-takes-the-mbti-personality-test Hosted on Acast. See aca...
2024-03-182h 04
Back to BirdingUnforgettable birding during the COLDEST WEEK of winter!Contact us at backtobirding@gmail.comPhoto gallery: BACK TO BIRDING EPISODE 6 by Back to Birding (pixieset.com) Luke's Panama tour: https://taralokafoundation.smugmug.com/Birding-in-Panama/n-DBbHWBPatrick's trip report: https://ebird.org/tripreport/197684 Luke's trip report: https://ebird.org/tripreport/197354
2024-03-0155 min
Back to BirdingChristmas Bird Count success! First county records, weird birds, and much morePatrick and Luke dive into their most recent birding outings, including amazing experiences with Christmas Bird Counts (CBC's) and their efforts casually birding. Contact us at backtobirding@gmail.comPhoto gallery: BACK TO BIRDING EPISODE 4 by Back to Birding (pixieset.com)Luke's Panama tour: https://taralokafoundation.smugmug.com/Birding-in-Panama/n-DBbHWB
2024-01-0547 min
Back to BirdingSooty Tern from Spanish class? Birding at Baylor High School is amazing!Patrick and Luke discuss the wonder of birding at Baylor High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, splits, lumps, and much more!Contact us at backtobirding@gmail.comPhoto gallery: BACK TO BIRDING EPISODE 3 by Back to Birding (pixieset.com) Luke's Panama tour: https://taralokafoundation.smugmug.com/Birding-in-Panama/n-DBbHWB
2023-12-281h 02
Back to BirdingTennessee's first Ancient Murrelet and birding hotspots in Chattanooga, TennesseePatrick and Luke discuss recent birding (including Tennessee's first Ancient Murrelet and Luke's run down to Alabama), local birding hotspots, and more!Contact us at backtobirding@gmail.comPhoto gallery: https://backtobirding.pixieset.com/backtobirdingepisode2/Luke's Panama tour: https://taralokafoundation.smugmug.com/Birding-in-Panama/n-DBbHWB
2023-12-1959 min
Back to BirdingMeet the Back to Birding hosts, Luke Thompson and Patrick HigginsPatrick and Luke introduce themselves and discuss why they bird, nemesis birds, favorite memories while birding, and more!Episode photo gallery: https://backtobirding.pixieset.com/backtobirdingepisode1/Luke's Panama tour: https://taralokafoundation.smugmug.com/Birding-in-Panama/n-DBbHWBContact us at ldtbirds37@gmail.com or patrickhiggs04@gmail.com
2023-12-0157 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson850. Any Language You Want 📖 with Fabio CerpelloniFabio has written a book about language learning, based on his own personal experiences of learning English. Each chapter ends with the same sentence: “This is how to learn a language”. But each chapter disagrees with the next. There are many ways to learn a language, and none of them is the only right way to do it.In this episode, we talk all about this and Fabio shares some of his stories.Fabio is the host of "Stolariod Stories" a self-development podcast which includes lots of lessons about learning English, and learning about life in g...
2023-11-011h 38
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson849. Stories of Insects, Bugs & Creepy Crawlies 🐞 with Zdenek LukasBed bugs in Paris & London, Mosquito hunting in the middle of the night, a home invasion by fleas and the terrors of cockroaches - listen to some anecdotes about encounters with insects with Zdenek who has recently relocated to Vietnam. Watch out for various insect idioms which appear during the conversation.👉 Episode page on Luke's website (with list of insect idioms 🦟 & more) https://teacherluke.co.uk/2023/10/25/849-stories-of-insects-bugs-creepy-crawlies-with-zdenek-lukas/👉 Zdenek's Website with courses, and Discord server for learning English https://teacherzdenek.com/🏆 P53 Technology in the Modern World - parts 1, 2 & 3 available now on LEP Premium. For more inf...
2023-10-251h 53
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson844. Improve Your Pronunciation with Luke Nicholson - Accent CoachA conversation with accent coach Luke Nicholson, including lots of insights, advice and conclusions about improving your pronunciation in English.👉 Episode page https://teacherluke.co.uk/2023/09/19/844-improve-your-pronunciation-with-luke-nicholson-accent-coach/🔗 Luke Nicholson's websiteswww.improveyouraccent.co.ukwww.funetics.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-201h 45
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson837. Describing a Car Accident in 15+ Styles of English 🚗 📄How would the same car accident be described in over 15 completely different styles of English? What are the differences in vocabulary, grammar and organisational structure? How should I change my voice to read each description? Let's see how English changes in different situations. Styles presented include: formal and informal English, news reports, an action movie screenplay, an Eminem rap, a romantic novel, a Shakespeare play, a politician making a speech, a stand-up comedian, Liam Neeson in the film Taken, and Luke in an episode of Luke's English Podcast. Episode...
2023-08-021h 38
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson831. Learning How to Learn with Hadar ShemeshA conversation with Hadar Shemesh, a non-native speaker who has improved her English to a very high level, and who now shares her knowledge and experience with the world through her podcast and YouTube channel. Hadar describes her own experiences of learning English and mastering pronunciation. This episode is all about the voyage of discovery that is learning a language.👉 Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-sOJ👉 Hadar's episode with Luke https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/interview-with-luke-from-lukes-english-podcast/👉 Hadar's website https://hadarshemesh.com/👉 Hadar's podcast (InFluency Podcast) https://hadarshemesh.com/influency-podcast/👉 Hadar's YouTube...
2023-06-2051 min
Life's LegendsAvatar: The Last Airbender (w/Kate Thompson)
In this video I'm joined by Kate Thompson as we discuss the Nickelodeon Cartoon Avatar: The Last Airbender. Next month I will be covering The Lord of the Rings please submit any questions you want me and my guest to answer to lifeslegendspod@gmail.com Music by ben-sound.com
2023-04-192h 16
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson815. A River Avon Year: The Wildlife & History of Shakespeare's Avon, by Rick Thompson (Dad’s New Book!)My dad has written a new book and he's come on the podcast to tell us about it. The book follows the path of the river Avon as it flows through the middle of England, telling stories of key moments in British history, nature and the current condition of Britain's rivers. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-sLSA River Avon Year: The Wildlife and History of Shakespeare's Avon by Rick Thompson is available now!👇📖 Amazon https://amzn.eu/d/dIzchIU📖 Book Depository https://www.bookdepository.com/A-River-Avon-Year-Rick-Thompson/9781803813615?redirected=true&selectCurrency=JPY&w=AFF...
2023-03-0858 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson814. The Language of Children & Parenting (with Anna Tyrie / English Like a Native)A conversation with Anna Tyrie from English Like a Native (YouTube, Podcast) about children, the way we talk to children, and vocabulary relating to children and childcare, with a vocabulary quiz and some special news from the Thompson family...!👉 Episode page with vocabulary lists https://wp.me/p4IuUx-sKN👉 Anna interviews Luke on her podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/12353084 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-011h 41
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson801. WORLD NEWS QUIZ 2022 with Stephen from SEND7Stephen from the SEND7 Podcast asks Luke 20 quiz questions about international news stories from 2022. Do you know the answers? Can you beat Luke in the quiz? Listen for some serious moments, some funny moments and a re-cap of some key events from the year.Episode page on my website https://wp.me/p4IuUx-sCl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-231h 48
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson779. [2/2] Poetry Reading: Sir Gawain and The Green Knight (by Simon Armitage)Luke reads verses from a modernised version of this medieval poem, considered one of the masterpieces of Middle English literature. Listen to hear the rhyme and rhythm of the poetry, the descriptive vocabulary and details of the story, with vocabulary explanations and comments from Luke. This is part 2 of a double episode about this story. Video version available with on-screen text.Episode page with intro transcript & video version https://wp.me/p4IuUx-rj8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-281h 38
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke ThompsonP35 [1/2] StoryTime: Learn English with Stories (free LEP Premium Sample) THE BEAR STORYA free sample of LEP Premium, from Luke's English Podcast. This is a full English lesson with self-study techniques, an entertaining story about a bear, language exercises and pronunciation practice. Full PDF transcript & worksheet available 👇LEP Premium is a series of bonus episodes from Luke's English Podcast in which I teach you vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. LEP Premium is now available on Acast+. Episodes are usually in audio format, and you can listen to them in any normal podcast app.👉 Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium👉 Click her...
2022-07-011h 41
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson760. The Rick Thompson Report: Ukraine760. The Rick Thompson Report: Ukraine Talking to my dad about the situation in Ukraine on 28 February 2022. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-pZ0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-02-2828 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson749. LEP DESIGN COMPETITION 2021: Discussing the Entries & Choosing the Winners with James749. LEP DESIGN COMPETITION 2021: Discussing the Entries & Choosing the Winners with James James and Luke discuss designs sent in by listeners, and choose the winner(s). The prize: to have your design featured in the LEP Merch Store, plus an £80 reward! Listen for plenty of descriptive language, diplomatic language and ways of giving positive and feedback in English. Video version also available (with all the designs on screen) on YouTube. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-pFU LEP Merch store www.teacherluke.co.uk/merch LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo
2021-11-151h 50
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson744. The Rick Thompson Report: Fuel Crisis / Brexit Rant (Autumn 2021)744. The Rick Thompson Report: Fuel Crisis / Brexit Rant (Autumn 2021) Talking to my dad about the latest in the Brexit saga, including the current fuel crisis due to lack of lorry drivers and other problems which were predicted in the run up to the Brexit referendum in 2016. Video version available on YouTube. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-pv0 LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo LEP Merch https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-3056 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke ThompsonBONUS: [2/2] EURO2020 Swapcast with Martin Johnston (RnR) & Zdenek Lukas (ZEP) + COMPETITION WINNERSBONUS: [2/2] EURO2020 Swapcast with Martin Johnston (RnR) & Zdenek Lukas (ZEP) + COMPETITION WINNERS Part 2 of this swapcast about the UEFA Euro2020 football championship with Luke Thompson (Luke's English Podcast), Martin Johnston (Rock N' Roll English) and Zdenek Lukas (Zdenek's English Podcast), with details of the winners of our competition giveaway. The two semi finals have been played, and this coming Sunday the 11 July, it’s the final between Italy and England. We’re going to talk about that a bit and we’re going to reveal the winners of our giveaway competition. ⚽️ Hosted on...
2021-07-0959 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke ThompsonBONUS: [1/2] EURO2020 Swapcast with Martin Johnston (RnR) & Zdenek Lukas (ZEP)BONUS: [1/2] EURO2020 Swapcast with Martin Johnston (RnR) & Zdenek Lukas (ZEP) A fun chat about the UEFA Euro2020 Football Championship, with Luke Thompson (Luke's English Podcast), Martin Johnston (Rock N' Roll English) and Zdenek Lukas (Zdenek's English Podcast), with a special prize giveaway in which you can win prizes from all 3 of us. Non-football fans, feel free to skip this, of course! Video version available. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-p2M Video version on YouTube https://youtu.be/D1uq__bSbgg Giveaway Competition details. Prizes to be won! To enter th...
2021-06-221h 57
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson707. [2/2] Let's Play Another Text Adventure Game - "Zombolocaust" by Peter Carlson707. [2/2] Let's Play Another Text Adventure Game - "Zombolocaust" by Peter Carlson [Part 2] Playing the rest of a text adventure game about the zombie apocalypse, with text on the screen so you can read with me while you listen. Works best on full-screen mode. Episode page with video & notes https://wp.me/p4IuUx-oBv YouTube video version https://youtu.be/6SsQYURFdvo Play "Zombolocaust" by Peter Carlson (play along while you listen, or play later) https://textadventures.co.uk/games/view/5kjlubyvzuitox6z52xipq/zombolocaust Text Adventures website http://www.textadventures.co.uk ...
2021-03-011h 04
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson706. [1/2] Let's Play Another Text Adventure Game - "Zombolocaust" by Peter Carlson706. [1/2] Let's Play Another Text Adventure Game - "Zombolocaust" by Peter Carlson [Part 1] Playing a text adventure game about the zombie apocalypse, with text on the screen so you can read with me while you listen. Works best on full-screen mode. Episode page with video & notes https://wp.me/p4IuUx-oBr YouTube video version https://youtu.be/YCPwEDlzmOo Part 2 on YouTube https://youtu.be/6SsQYURFdvo Play "Zombolocaust" by Peter Carlson (play along while you listen, or play later) https://textadventures.co.uk/games/view/5kjlubyvzuitox6z52xipq/zombolocaust Text...
2021-02-271h 10
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson704. The Rick Thompson Report: Brexit Update (February 2021)704. The Rick Thompson Report: Brexit Update (February 2021) Talking again to my dad about UK politics and current affairs, focusing on the latest developments in Brexit, plus a bit of weather and sport. Listen to hear my dad explain complex things in plain English. Download the audio, get the full transcript and access the full episode archive 👉 https://wp.me/p4IuUx-oxp LEP Premium 👉 https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Get the LEP App to listen to all the audio episodes on your phone. iOS 👉 https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/lukes-english-podcast-app/id12932618...
2021-02-111h 08
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson700. Marooned With My Music: Luke Thompson700. Marooned With My Music: Luke Thompson Marking episode 700 with a special episode. Guest host Oli Thompson interviews Luke using a classic format from BBC Radio. Luke is going to be marooned on a desert island but he is allowed to bring 8 pieces of music, one book and a luxury item. For episode 700 this is a chance to get to know Luke and his musical choices a little better. (Transcript and text video versions available) Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-klK LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Text video ve...
2021-01-131h 30
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson699. Welcome (back) to Luke's English Podcast / FAQ (January 2021)699. Welcome (back) to Luke's English Podcast / FAQ (January 2021) Wishing everyone a happy new year and taking stock of the main aims and methods of this podcast, plus some frequently asked questions. Video version available on YouTube. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-jW0 YouTube video version https://youtu.be/b476zEQ1e7I LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-01-071h 26
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson680. Park Life - A Year in The Wildlife Of An Urban Park (by Rick Thompson) / Animal Collective Nouns680. Park Life - A Year in The Wildlife Of An Urban Park (by Rick Thompson) / Animal Collective Nouns My dad has written a book and it's all about the wildlife you can find in an urban English park. He's on the podcast to tell us all about it, and there are some collective nouns for animals too, plus some bonus stand up comedy at the end. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-fPp LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-09-091h 01
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson675. An Unplanned Pre-Holiday Ramble (July 2020)675. An Unplanned Pre-Holiday Ramble (July 2020) This episode is unedited and contains all my pauses, mistakes and thoughts while I attempt to talk about what’s coming up on LEP, my recent appearances on other people’s podcasts, comments and emails of the week and a couple of songs on the guitar. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-bYP LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Links to my appearances on other people's podcasts The Real English Conversations podcast with Amy Whitney https://realenglishconversations.com/english-lessons-learning-tips/ Instant Feedba...
2020-07-241h 03
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson672. The Rick Thompson Report: COVID / BREXIT / BLM (July 2020)672. The Rick Thompson Report: COVID / BREXIT / BLM (July 2020) Talking to my dad about recent developments in the UK relating to coronavirus & Brexit with a cameo appearance by Gill Thompson talking about statues. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-bpr LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-07-031h 01
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson668. LEP LIVE! Ask Me Anything / Hang Out With Luke (AUDIO VERSION)668. LEP LIVE! Ask Me Anything / Hang Out With Luke (AUDIO VERSION) Listen to the audio version of the recent LEP Live Stream on YouTube including an audience Q&A, learning English tips, some crap 'Dad Jokes' and 3 songs on the guitar. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-bkd Watch the video on YouTube https://youtu.be/QZTm-a4S4C0 LEP Premium info https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-131h 28
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson652. The Rick Thompson Report: Coronavirus (COVID-19)652. The Rick Thompson Report: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Talking to my dad about what’s happening in the UK at the moment, how serious this pandemic is, what the consequences might be and how the UK’s government is responding to it. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-aRI LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-03-1343 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson644. The Rick Thompson Report: Is Brexit Done?644. The Rick Thompson Report: Is Brexit Done? Talking to my dad about the latest in the Brexit saga including the general election result, Brexit day on 31 January 2020 and the latest government shenanigans by PM Boris Johnson and co. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-aIa LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-02-1443 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson636. James &Luke Discuss Star Wars IX (SPOILERS) Final Star Wars Episode Ever?636. James & Luke Discuss Star Wars IX (SPOILERS) Final Star Wars Episode Ever? James and Luke ramble about Star Wars IX one more time. This episode is full of little jokes, sketches, voices and full spoilers for The Rise of Skywalker. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-avd LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-01-101h 55
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson626. The Rick Thompson Report: Boris Johnson's Brexit Deal / General Election / Football626. The Rick Thompson Report: Boris Johnson's Brexit Deal / General Election / Football An update from my dad about Brexit, including details about Boris Johnson's deal, the shutting down of Parliament, the upcoming general election and more. Includes some chat about Premiership football at the end. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-ajb italki offer https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-11-1358 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson612. Another Murder Mystery Detective Story (Part 1)612. Another Murder Mystery Detective Story (Part 1) Listen to Luke investigating a 'choose-your-own-adventure' detective story and read along if you like! Learn English in fun ways with stories on Luke's English Podcast. Video available for premium subscribers. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-a3W italki offer https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk LEP Premium https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-09-061h 12
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson607. The Rick Thompson Report: Boris Johnson PM / No Deal Brexit?607. The Rick Thompson Report: Boris Johnson PM / No Deal Brexit? Talking to my dad again about Brexit, this time including our thoughts on Boris Johnson as the new Prime Minister and the possibility of the UK leaving the EU without a deal on 31 October. Episode page with transcripts https://wp.me/p4IuUx-9Ww italki offer https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-08-091h 03
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson605. Unexpected Road Trip (with James)605. Unexpected Road Trip (with James) James and Luke go on an accidental road trip in the south west of England and record a rambling podcast, while slowly going a bit mad. Will they make it to their destination before sunset? Listen to find out what happens and to learn some words and culture in the process. LEPSTER MEETUP IN LONDON (details) Where? The Fitzroy Tavern, 16 Charlotte St, Fitzrovia, London W1T 2LY (near Oxford Street/Tottenham Court Road) When? Sunday 28 July 2019 from 2PM (and probably continuing into the afternoon) Who? English teacher Zdenek...
2019-07-181h 16
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke ThompsonQuick Hello / OPP / Living Through Comedy / Somewhere Else Dreamin’Quick Hello / OPP / Living Through Comedy / Somewhere Else Dreamin’ Just a quick "hello" to let you know about some other things you could listen to this month, including my appearances on some other people's podcasts. Transcript & Links Hello folks, how are you doing? How’s your English coming along? This is not a full episode, more of an update and a chance to tell you about some things you could listen to, specifically a couple of appearances I made on other people’s podcasts recently. I’ve been preparing lots of...
2019-06-1809 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson598. The Rick Thompson Report: EU Elections / Theresa May / Brexit / Football598. The Rick Thompson Report: EU Elections / Theresa May / Brexit / Football Talking to my dad about the EU election results, Theresa May resigning as Prime Minister, Brexit and English football teams in Europe. Notes, transcripts and videos available. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-9wc italki offer https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-05-281h 06
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson574. [2/2] The Rick Thompson Report: Brexit Q&A (January 2019)574. [2/2] The Rick Thompson Report: Brexit Q&A (January 2019) My dad answers some questions from listeners about Brexit. Includes conversation about Theresa May's deal, the prospect of a 'no-deal' Brexit, Parliamentary democracy, the possible reactions to revoking Article 50 or cancelling Brexit altogether, chances of a second referendum, Scottish independence, the sensitive Northern Ireland situation, consequences for EU nationals in the UK and the question of trading on WTO rules. Almost everything, basically! Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-8Ya italki offer https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See aca...
2019-01-251h 14
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson573. [1/2] The Rick Thompson Report: Brexit Update (January 2019)573. [1/2] The Rick Thompson Report: Brexit Update (January 2019) Part 1 of a double episode of the Rick Thompson Report, talking to my dad about the latest developments in the shambolic Brexit story. This time we're focusing on what happened in last week's Parliamentary vote on Theresa May's Brexit deal, what the situation is now, and what might happen in the future. We talk about no-deal Brexit, the possibility of a 2nd referendum, postponing Article 50 and more. Part 2 contains questions from listeners and will be available soon. Episode page https://wp.me/p...
2019-01-251h 06
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson568. What is Luke's English Podcast, and how can it help you with your English?568. What is Luke's English Podcast, and how can it help you with your English? What are the aims & objectives for this podcast? How can you use it to improve your English? This episode is an introduction for new listeners and a reminder for long-term listeners: This is a podcast all about learning English through listening, while having some fun in the process. Transcript available. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-8NS italki offer www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-01-071h 36
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson559. The Rick Thompson Report: Brexit Chaos (November 2018)559. The Rick Thompson Report: Brexit Chaos (November 2018) Talking to my dad, Rick Thompson, about recent developments in the story of Brexit - Britain's exit from the European Union. Recorded on 18 November 2018. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-8z2 italki offer https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-11-201h 06
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson#140 - POP IN / OUT / OFF / ON / UP (A Phrasal Verb a Day is back)#140 - POP IN / OUT / OFF / ON / UP (A Phrasal Verb a Day is back) A Phrasal Verb a Day is back. In this episode I'll give you an update about this podcast and teach you phrasal verbs with POP. Episode Transcript Hello everyone, This is Luke Thompson and you’re listening to A Phrasal Verb a Day. This is where I attempt to teach you a phrasal verb every day for a year. Yes, this project is still ongoing. APVAD is back! In this episode I’m going to teach...
2018-10-3009 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson544. The Rick Thompson Report: No Deal Brexit544. The Rick Thompson Report: No Deal Brexit Talking to my dad about the current Brexit situation, including what could actually happen in the UK if we leave the EU with no deal. Expect language relating to politics, economics and the big issues of the day. Intro and outtro transcripts available. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-8pp Spoken offer www.getspoken.com/lep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-08-2748 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke ThompsonPlease VOTE for Luke's English PodcastHelp me build my pod-castle! Vote here: http://www.britishpodcastawards.com/vote Click the link and search for "luke's english podcast" Thank you to everyone who's already voted. Fingers crossed! 🤞🤞🤞 Vocabulary in this Mini Episode to be in with a chance (of doing something) you need to achieve certain milestones it shows that you're getting somewhere, you're making progress it's a flag you can wave or a banner you can show to people you need flags you can fly from the top of the castle to fly the flag of vic...
2018-05-1416 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson508. Six True Crime Stories from Victorian England, Told by My DadLearn English by listening to Rick Thompson telling some true stories of petty crimes committed in an English town in 1851. Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-88W italki offer http://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-01-281h 04
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson498. The Rick Thompson Report: Brexit NegotiationsTalking to my Dad about the current situation with the UK's Brexit negotiations with the EU. Listen to hear explanations of what is going on with Brexit, how Northern Ireland is involved, what motivates Brexiters and some comments about other bits of international news - all delivered by my Dad with his clear and coherent English. Notes and transcriptions available. italki offer http://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-85g Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-12-081h 13
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson494. Who Wants to be Good at English? (The Rematch) with Rick ThompsonTesting my Dad on his knowledge of English, using words that are frequently confused by native English speakers. Will my dad be able to identify the words, spell them and explain the differences? Listen to learn 20 words and phrases which native English speakers often get wrong. You will also hear Dad and me discussing topics such as catching a squirrel, what he would say to Donald Trump and Paul McCartney if he met them, stories of police drug busts at university, how my dad would deal with a zombie apocalypse, and which one is worse - Brexit or Yoko...
2017-11-221h 25
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson473. Explaining the Rules of Cricket (with Dad)Everything you need to know about the world's 2nd most popular spectator sport, cricket. I'm joined by my Dad, Rick Thompson and we describe the rules, the appeal of the game and also some expressions in English that come from cricket. italki offer: http://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Episode page: https://wp.me/p4IuUx-7Tr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-08-221h 26
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson468. Punk - Music & Culture (with James)A bit of pop culture history in this episode, talking about the musical movement of punk and the social situation in which it happened. With James Thompson Episode page: https://wp.me/p4IuUx-7HN Spoken offer: http://www.getspoken.com/lep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-07-241h 19
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson458. The Rick Thompson Report: Post-Election 2017Talking to my Dad about the results of the UK's general election on 8 June 2017. Episode page: http://wp.me/p4IuUx-7Ph italki offer: http://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-06-141h 11
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson444. The Rick Thompson Report: Snap General Election 2017Politics is back on LEP as I talk to my Dad about recent developments in the UK, specifically the General Election which is due to take place on 8 June. Episode page: http://wp.me/p4IuUx-7C6 italki offer: http://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-04-251h 20
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson426. Thompson, Taylor & Minogue: Victorian Detectives (Part 2) with Amber & PaulListen to the conclusion of this mystery story in which Amber, Paul and I attempt to solve a series of kidnappings in Victorian London. Episode page: http://wp.me/p4IuUx-7wS italki offer: http://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-02-161h 16
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson425. Thompson, Taylor & Minogue: Victorian Detectives (Part 1) with Amber & PaulJoin Amber, Paul and me as we attempt to solve a series of mysterious kidnappings in Victorian London. Full story text available. Episode page: http://wp.me/p4IuUx-7vz italki offer: http://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-02-131h 31
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson418. The Rick Thompson Report: Technology and The Future (January 2017)Talking to my Dad about developments in technology in the future. http://wp.me/p4IuUx-7u4 italki offer: http://www.teacherluke.co.uk/talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-01-1959 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson402. The Rick Thompson Report: What’s Going On? Nov. 2016 (Post-Truth Politics, Cricket and Tetris)Talking to my Dad about recent news, and we talked about Brexit, post-truth politics, the US election, the right-wing press in the UK, the political landscape in the EU, the rules of international cricket and the music from Tetris. http://wp.me/p4IuUx-75O Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-11-231h 06
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson390. The Rick Thompson Report: Hard Brexit / U.S. ElectionThis is a conversation with my dad about recent news, including a Brexit update, the US presidential election, Obama's plans to send people to Mars and back and more... Click here for the page for this episode http://wp.me/p4IuUx-6YS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-10-1459 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson373. Who Wants to Be Good at English? (with Rick Thompson)This episode is a game show hosted by my Dad, with me as the contestant. The aim of the game is to see how many words I know. My Dad designed this quiz for his students of journalism at the university where he works sometimes. The quiz is specifically designed to highlight what he considers to be common misuses and misunderstandings of words. His opinion is that journalists writing and presenting on television should use words in exactly the right way, even if many people use those words to mean different things in general everyday use. http://wp...
2016-08-1049 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson321. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens - SPOILER REVIEW (with James)Welcome back to Luke's English Podcast. Happy New Year. This is an episode of Luke's Film Club, and this time I'm joined by my brother James as we talk about the new Star Wars film in full detail including our thoughts, theories, favourite bits and memorable characters. This episode is full of SPOILERS, so be warned if you haven't already seen the film. Click here for more information http://wp.me/p4IuUx-5vt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-01-041h 33
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson304. Film Club: Back To The Future (Part 1)Hello listeners, welcome to Luke's Film Club, this is one of those episodes of Luke's English podcast in which we focus on a classic moment from the movies. This one is an episode about Back to the Future, which is one of my all time favourite films and I'm not alone because it's one of the most popular films of the last few decades, all over the world. It's a really entertaining and fun film, which also contains some sub-texts related to the complexities of time travel as well as a few visions of the future. Also, in the film's seque...
2015-10-211h 20
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson252. Marooned With My Music: James ThompsonWelcome to Luke's English Podcast and this special series, called Marooned With My Music. My castaway today is my brother James Thompson. Click here for a song list and more information http://wp.me/p4IuUx-2ip Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2015-01-161h 18
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson250. Marooned With My Music: Gill ThompsonWelcome to Luke's English Podcast and this special series, called Marooned With My Music. My castaway today is my Mum, Gill Thompson. Click here for more information http://wp.me/p4IuUx-2im Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2015-01-1155 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson243. A Life-Changing Teaching Experience in GhanaHello and welcome to another episode of Luke's English Podcast! In this episode I'm going to interview my friend Mike Bruce about his recent teaching experience in Ghana in West Africa. Mike is an old friend and colleague of mine, he's originally from Scotland, although he doesn't have a particularly strong accent, and he has lived and worked in places all over the world. I've known him for about 13 years and he was one of the first people I ever worked with as a language teacher in Japan. Mike has an amazing CV. He's taught in lots of countries around...
2014-12-1158 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson222. Luke’s Late Night Podcast (Music Mix)Take a musical trip through Luke's hard-drive, in the middle of the night. Late one night recently, I decided to record a podcast while randomly picking some pieces of music from my hard-drive and talking to you at the same time. This is the result. Click here for lyrics and more information http://wp.me/p4IuUx-1YW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2014-09-3053 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson203. A Cup of Tea with Peter Sidell (The Flatmate from Japan)English teacher, travel writer, stand-up comic, learner of Japanese, DJ, native English speaker, Machester City fan and former flatmate of Luke from Luke's English Podcast - Peter Sidell is a guy who keeps himself busy! I lived with Peter in Tsujidou, Japan for nearly a year. I left at the end of 2003 and he stayed there and I hadn't seen him for about 11 years until he recently visited Paris and we got the chance to catch up with each other again. Of course I jumped at the chance to interview Peter for LEP, and you can now listen to our...
2014-08-041h 03
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson179. The Ramblings of an Exhausted TeacherLast night I couldn't sleep, and so today my mind has turned into jelly. Let me tell you all about how it feels. https://teacherluke.co.uk/2014/05/15/179-the-ramblings-of-an-exhausted-teacher/ In this episode I talk to you, in a rambling way, about diverse topics such as: Dwayne's English Podcast Being kidnapped by aliens from Mars Exam fatigue Trouble sleeping last night English at 7.30AM! The rotten contents of my brain! Selling Luke's English Podcast Saying "Hello" to you Having a conversation with you "The best laid plans of mice & men" The university course I've been teaching S...
2014-05-1542 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson151. Google QuestionsLuke answers some common auto-completed questions from Google. Hi listeners. Do you know what "Google auto-complete" is? You know when you start to google something, like maybe 'why is Luke's English Podcast so awesome?' and when you type 'why is', Google completes your question with lots of options? Those options are 'auto-completes'. It's when Google predicts your search based on frequently asked searches. Try typing "why is" into Google. It will give you some options, like "why is the sky blue?" Some auto-completes are quite fascinating, because they make you think "why are people asking these crazy questions?"...
2013-10-3155 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson131. RickipediaA conversation with my Dad, Rick Thompson. In this episode I ask my Dad various questions which were sent in by fans of Luke's English Podcast on Facebook. For more information and a transcript, click here: http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2013/05/01/131-rickipedia/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2013-05-011h 03
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson128. Luke's Stand-Up Comedy Show in ParisIn this episode you can listen to 30 minutes of my stand-up comedy performance from last Friday in Paris. To watch a video of the performance, click here: http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2013/04/07/795/ *I'm afraid this episode is no longer available. To get information about my upcoming stand up shows, click here https://teacherluke.co.uk/luke/live-dates/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2013-04-0701 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson112. Vocabulary Review - Episodes 1-11Refresh your vocabulary from the first eleven episodes of Luke's English Podcast. Everyone knows it's vital to review vocabulary you have learned. If you don't review it then you're likely to forget it! So, in this episode I will help you to remember some of the expressions I taught you in the early days of Luke's English Podcast. Of course, we will be doing this in a natrual way by demonstrating the way these expressions can be used in an authentic and unscripted conversation. All you have to do is notice the expressions, remember them and then try and pick...
2012-10-021h 08
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson108. In Bed with Luke (A rambling episode)Hello! In this episode I give you some latest news and talk about these things: The London Olympics, My holiday in Barcelona, The BESIG Presentation award, A recent comedy gig I did, My kitchen, Learning French and The new Batman movie. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SEE THE VIDEO OF MY BESIG PRESENTATION Your donations make this podcast possible. https://teacherluke.co.uk/2012/08/06/in-bed-with-luke/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2012-08-071h 03
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson103. The Queen & The Royal FamilyOpinions, facts and gossip about The Royal Family, as The Queen celebrates her Diamond Jubilee this weekend. Listen to Luke have a conversation with English Robot 4000 about The Royal Family, including some surprising rumours about Prince Harry (lsten to find out more). CLICK HERE TO READ MORE AND TO WATCH A COUPLE OF VIDEOS http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/06/04/the-queen-and-the-royal-family/ Thanks for listening, and remember your donations make this podcast possible. Luke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2012-06-041h 04
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson98. Luke vs Oliver (Part 2) Comparing and describing thingsWe continue our discussion of various 'vs battles' in this episode. Listen, and add your comments below! CLICK HERE TO SEE SOME VOCABULARY NOTES AND VIDEOS http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/04/28/luke-vs-oliver-part-2/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2012-05-0142 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson97. Luke vs Oliver (Part 1) Comparing and describing thingsListen to Luke and Oli as they discuss, compare and describe a variety of different topics, ideas, themes and people. The idea behind this episode is to compare and contrast different pairs of things, not only to decide which is the best, but also to explore them in great depth. CLICK HERE FOR VOCABULARY NOTES AND VIDEOS http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/04/20/luke-vs-oliver-part-1/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2012-04-2838 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson84. Luke's English Braincast (with James)Why is it called Luke's English Braincast? Listen to the episode until the end to find out. What's been going on? What's been happening? In this episode, Luke and James talk about recent news stories and current affairs including: -The London Olympic Games -The Queen's Diamond Jubilee -The Superbowl -Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary -The Oscars 2012 -Women drivers and a number of other fascinating topics. CLICK HERE TO READ VOCABULARY NOTES AND MORE http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/03/06/lukes-english-braincast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2012-02-1058 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson61. 127 Hours / 'Hand' IdiomsListen to an interview with Aaron Ralston and learn some useful idioms with the word 'hand'. Luke's English Podcast is completely free and a great way to improve your English. Luke focusses on British English, specifically on natural language which is really used by people in Britain every day. You can learn vocabulary and cultural information. CLICK HERE FOR VOCABULARY/IDIOM DEFINITIONS, LISTENING EXERCISES AND VIDEOS http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/127-hours-hand-idioms/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2011-03-2944 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson51. Luke Answers Your Emails and QuestionsIt's back! The return of Luke's English Podcast. Responses to the comments and questions I have received over the last few months. I haven't done a podcast for quite a long time, so here it is! CLICK HERE TO READ NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/luke-answers-your-emails-and-questions/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2010-05-1641 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson45. Luke & Andy's Crime Stories (with Andy Johnson)A conversation with my friend Andy. We share some anecdotes. Following on from episode 44 they're also about petty crime. Some samples of vocabulary and expressions are listed below. I give definitions in the podcast - so listen to check the meaning. FOR VOCABULARY NOTES, PHOTOS AND OTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CLICK HERE http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/luke-andys-crime-stories/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2009-12-211h 04
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson40. Health / Feeling ill - Phrasal Verbs & Expressions [Originally Published in November 2009]This episode is filled with vocabulary relating to health, feeling ill, catching a cold and common symptoms. To read vocabulary notes (including lists of the phrasal verbs and expressions in this episode), click here https://teacherluke.co.uk/2010/03/26/health-feeling-ill-phrasal-verbs-expressions/ Luke's English Podcast is a free service for people who are learning English as a foreign language. Download each episode free. Subscribe to the podcast using iTunes. Use it to practise listening, develop vocabulary and learn about the culture of the English language. Luke is well qualified and has lots of experience of teaching English for general life a...
2009-11-1939 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson33. Money Money Money - 12 Phrasal Verbs & more...Vocabulary and listening on the subject of money and the economy. Transcript & notes here http://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/15/money-money-money-12-phrasal-verbs-more/ Luke's English Podcast is a free service for learners of English. Use this podcast to get exposure to natural British English. Listen to it wherever and whenever you want to. Luke is a well experienced and qualified English teacher, with plenty of other interests. Improve your English with this podcast, and have fun! www.teacherluke.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2009-10-2331 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson32. Doctor Who (with Lee Arnott)This is a conversation about the iconic British TV series "Doctor Who". Authentic listening practice. Transcript available below. Luke's English Podcast is a free service for people who are learning English as a foreign language. Luke is a well qualified teacher of English with over 12 years' experience in Japan, the UK and France. You can use this podcast to get exposure to native speakers using natural English. Learn phrasal verbs, idioms, useful expressions, linkers, etc. Find Luke on Facebook (search for Luke's English Podcast) or Twitter (@EnglishPodcast). Cheers! To read a full transcript and language analysis by Richard Gallen (useful...
2009-10-0940 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson31. Hello! / Argument SketchSome vocabulary and a listening transcript for the argument sketch are provided below. Learn English vocabulary (phrasal verbs, natural expressions, idioms, commonly used British English) and grammar (hopefully not boring) by listening to this podcast. Practise listening by playing the podcast on your iPod or computer. Develop awareness of pronunciation by repeating what you hear and recording yourself. Listening regularly is vital for the development of your English - so listen to Luke's English Podcast, enjoy yourself and have fun! To read a transcript and definitions, click here to visit Luke's English Blog. http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/11/14/hello-argument-sketch/ Hosted o...
2009-10-0330 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson26. Are You a Good Learner of English?This episode is about having the right attitude to learning English. Use the statements in this podcast to help you stay positive and motivated. Luke's English Podcast is a free service for people all over the world who are learning English. Luke is a DELTA qualified teacher with over 12 years of experience To see notes and transcripts for this episode, click here https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/10/are-you-a-good-learner-of-english/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2009-09-1515 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson23. Summer Music Festivals in the UKThis podcast is about music festivals during the summer months in The UK. To read vocabulary notes for this episode, click here to go to Luke's English Blog.https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/10/20/summer-music-festivals/ Luke's English Podcast is free and available to download as often as you like. It is designed to help learners of English with their vocabulary, listening and pronunciation. Also, Luke's English Podcast aims to introduce you to unique aspects of the British cultural experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2009-08-2542 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson22. Full Interview with Vicky from ChinaLuke's English Podcast is for learners of English as a foreign language. Use it to improve your listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and cultural awareness. Luke is a teacher at The London School of English, but this is a completely independent free podcast for everyone. Email me: luketeacher@hotmail.com http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/10/20/full-interview-with-vicky-from-china/ To read notes for this episode, click the link above . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2009-08-1657 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson2. Easter / Interview with Dad / Language Focus: AdverbialsIt's Easter, so Luke has travelled back to his Mum & Dad's house in the Warwickshire countryside. In this show, Luke talks to his Dad about Easter celebrations, rolling eggs down hills and the dangers of rabbits on the road. Luke also teaches some useful adverbs. Enjoy! FULL TRANSCRIPT AVAILABLE HERE http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/04/14/episode-2-easter/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2009-04-1317 minLuke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson1. IntroductionThis is the first episode of Luke's English Podcast. In this episode Luke introduces himself to the world, and talks about what to expect from the podcast in the future. FULL TRANSCRIPT AVAILABLE HERE http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/04/12/episode-1-introduction/ Don't forget to visit http://teacherluke.co.uk for more information and all the other episodes of this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2009-04-1212 min