π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π Improve Your Pronunciation Charlie 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. π Transcripts & Glossaries π The Academy π§ FREE Email Lessons π Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: π±On iOS / Apple App Store here π±On Android / Google Play Store here Learn ...
Mar 27, 2025β’30 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Test Your Level of English π Improve Your Pronunciation Learn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie gives you a one-man show exploring and explaining the cultural behaviours in and around British Pubs. Useful Links below... π Sample of The Academy π Sample of The Premium Podcast π Free episode worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Transcripts & glossaries π§ Newsletter with e-lessons π Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast π€ ...
Mar 20, 2025β’44 min
π§ Test Your Level of English π Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie chats with Bree, host of Into the Story, about her move from Canada to Spain, dodging visa troubles and embracing Catalan traditionsβlike a Christmas log that βpoopsβ presents! They explore Spanish quirks, from laid-back sobremesas to the art of being fashionably late, with plenty of laughs along the way. π§ Listen to Bree's Podcast π Transcripts & Glossaries π The Academy π§ FREE Email Lessons π Instagram @thebritishenglishp...
Mar 13, 2025β’36 min
In 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/audiobook Learn about Charlie's IELTS Speaking Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 06, 2025β’21 min
π Improve Your Pronunciation π Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie retells The Tale of Peter Rabbit with a fresh twistβricher language, playful narration, and British charm. Expect mischievous rabbits, high-stakes vegetable theft, and plenty of advanced English to soak up! π°π¬π§ π Transcripts & Glossaries π The Academy π§ FREE Email Lessons π Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: π±On iOS / Apple App Store here π±On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more about your ad choice...
Feb 27, 2025β’23 min
π Improve Your Pronunciation π Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie and Tim take a trip down memory lane to Timβs teenage years as a touring band singer. From dodgy tour buses to wild gigs and schoolwork on the road, expect laughs, backstage mishaps, and a glimpse into the rockstar dreamβBritish style! π Transcripts & Glossaries π The Academy π§ FREE Email Lessons π Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: π±On iOS / Apple App Store here π±On Android / Google Play Store here Learn mor...
Feb 20, 2025β’28 min
π Improve Your Pronunciation Learn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gives you a one-man show exploring and explaining British humour for non-natives to better understand the language and the people. Useful Links below... π Sample of The Academy π Sample of The Premium Podcast π Free episode worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Transcripts & glossaries π§ Newsletter with e-lessons π Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast π€ Get paid to tell pe...
Feb 13, 2025β’23 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie and Harry bring you a bizarre mystery from Bedford. When Harry returns home to find his walking boot soaked in an unidentifiable liquid, the investigation begins. Was it a leak, a kitten, or something more suspicious? With quirky suspects, twists, and laughs, you decideβcast your vote in this interactive episode! π Transcripts & Glossaries π Apply to join The Academy π§ FREE Email Lessons π Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: π±On iOS / Apple...
Feb 06, 2025β’26 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation Join Charlie and his sister Holly as they take a hilarious trip down memory lane, sharing childhood stories, family quirks, and quintessentially British moments. Packed with nostalgia and cultural tidbits, this episode is a heartwarming dive into the past. π Get FREE Sample of The Academy π Transcripts & glossaries π Free resources π₯ thebritishenglishpodcast.com π§ FREE Email Lessons π Instagram @thebriti...
Jan 30, 2025β’27 min
In 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/audiobook Learn about Charlie's IELTS Speaking Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 23, 2025β’17 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie 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 Britainβs most iconic papers, and see if your reading habits fit the moldβor break it. π Transcripts & Glossaries π Apply to...
Jan 16, 2025β’16 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet In this episode, Charlie sits down with Adam Fletcher, author of 'Understanding the British', to explore the quirks, contradictions, and humour behind British culture. Adam shares insights from his best-selling book and reveals why the British are not who you think they areβeven to themselves. Full of wit and charm, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about what makes the British tick! π Adam Fletcher's Book on Amazon π Transcripts & Glossaries π The...
Jan 09, 2025β’32 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet In this episode, Charlie blends psychology with British culture by exploring The Hierarchy of British Needs from Adam Fletcherβs book Understanding the British: A Hilarious Guide from Apologising to Wimbledon. With a sneak peek into the bookβs witty insights and a nod to Maslowβs Hierarchy of Needs, this bite-sized episode is packed with humour, cultural quirks, and plenty of British English to level up your language skills! π Adam Fletcher's Book on Amazon π Tran...
Jan 02, 2025β’25 min
π Get FREE Sample of The Academy π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation Join Charlie and Harry for a festive chat all about British Christmas traditions and their perfect holiday moments. From sharing Christmas wishes to exploring how Brits celebrate the season, this lighthearted episode is packed with holiday cheer and plenty of laughs! π Transcripts & glossaries π Free resources π English courses π₯ thebritishenglishpodcast.com π§ FREE Email ...
Dec 26, 2024β’33 min
π Get FREE Sample of The Academy π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation Join Charlie as he explores the history of the British high street, inspired by a visit to Worcester. From iconic shops like Woolworths, M&S, and WHSmith to the transformation of cinemas into bingo halls, this episode reflects on how UK high streets have evolved over time. Packed with cultural insight, personal stories, and English vocabulary, itβs a walk down memory lane with...
Dec 19, 2024β’27 min
π Get FREE Sample of The Academy π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation Join Charlie as he sits down with Stew from Stew Sensei English to explore the unique world of British humour, focusing on how insults are used as a form of comedy and connection. From personal anecdotes to cultural insights, this episode dives into the nuances of British banter while sharing captivating stories from Stew's life journey. Warning: Strong language included! π S...
Dec 12, 2024β’34 min
Join The Academy waiting list today at thebritishenglishpodcast.com/academy. Welcome to a brand-new type of episode where we dive into the exciting learning moments happening inside The Academy! This week, weβre revisiting a phrase from Season 3, Episode 8 with Luke from Lukeβs English Podcast: βswings and roundabouts.β We explore how Luke used it to describe generational differences, the pros and cons of progress, and how this phrase is often used to sum up a balanced perspective. Youβll also l...
Dec 09, 2024β’8 min
π Get FREE Sample of The Academy π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation Join host Charlie as he delves into the world of British comedy by exploring the wit and brilliance of David Mitchell and Robert Webb, creators of the iconic sitcom Peep Show. Through humour, cultural insights, and plenty of British English, this episode unpacks what makes their style of comedy so uniquely engaging while providing language lessons along the way. π Transcripts...
Dec 05, 2024β’31 min
π Get FREE Sample of The Academy π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode, Charlie and Stacey reflect on their first year living in London. They share the highs, lows, and surprising truths about life in the Big Smoke, offering a candid look at what makes London both challenging and rewarding. π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy π Free resources π English courses π₯ thebritishenglishpodcast.com π§ FREE Email Lessons π Insta...
Nov 28, 2024β’33 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode of The British English Podcast, Charlie takes you on a fun ride through Britainβs unique driving traditionβsticking to the left side of the road. He'll explain the history behind this quirk, debunk some myths, and convince you that driving on the left might just be the right way after all! π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy π Free resources π English courses π₯ thebritishenglishpodcas...
Nov 21, 2024β’24 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode of The British English Podcast, Charlie is joined by Stephen Devincenzi from the Simple English News Daily podcast to dive into refreshing, feel-good news. From funny to downright heartwarming stories, they bring you positive headlines to lift your spirits and give you a break from the typical news cycle. ποΈ SEND7 - Stephen's Daily News Podcast π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy π Fre...
Nov 14, 2024β’36 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode, host Charlie welcomes his longtime friend Matt to dive into the stereotypes surrounding Londonβs boroughs. From years living in and out of the city, Matt shares his unique perspective on the quirks, pros, and cons of various neighborhoods. Join them as they explore which stereotypes hold true and where they fall short, using insights from ChatGPT to fuel the discussion. π Transcripts & glossa...
Nov 07, 2024β’33 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode, Charlie and Martin from Rock n Roll English dive into the world of British hobbies, debating which are typically British, odd, or just plain fun. From classic pastimes to quirky trends, they uncover the cultural quirks behind British hobbies and what makes them unique. Tune in for a humorous look at how Brits spend their free time! π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy π Free resources οΏ½...
Oct 31, 2024β’35 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this final episode of the three-part mini-series, Charlie wraps up "How to Host a Brit for Dinner" by diving into the perfect dessert options, the importance of tea, and how to end the evening on a high note. Tune in to discover the sweet details that will leave your British guests feeling truly well-hosted. π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy π Free resources π English courses π₯ thebritishenglish...
Oct 24, 2024β’24 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode of The British English Podcast, Charlie is joined by Dan from Brit Speak to explore typical British social activities, from pub quizzes and music festivals to winter bonfires and Guy Fawkes night. Tune in to discover the quirky ways Brits bond with friends while picking up intermediate to advanced British expressions along the way. π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy π Free resources π...
Oct 17, 2024β’35 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode of The British English Podcast, Charlie continues the mini-series on how to host a Brit for dinner with part two, focusing on what to do when your British guest arrives. From mastering small talk and navigating polite conversation to handling drink refills and British humor, this episode covers all the nuances you need to make your guest feel at ease. π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy ...
Oct 10, 2024β’33 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode of The British English Podcast, Charlie welcomes back Chris from Instant English to share his recent adventures in South America. Chris dives into his cultural explorations across Brazil and Argentina, offering insights into the rich traditions, language nuances, and unique experiences from both countries. Tune in to hear all about his exciting journey! π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academ...
Oct 03, 2024β’36 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode, we kick off a three-part mini-series on how to host a Brit for dinner. From table manners to conversation starters, you'll learn the subtle yet essential tips to make your British guest feel right at home and ensure a smooth, culturally-aware dining experience. π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy π Free resources π English courses π₯ thebritishenglishpodcast.com π§ FREE Email Lessons ...
Sep 26, 2024β’15 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π§ Take English Level Test π Improve Your Pronunciation Join host Charlie as he chats with Daisy, a member of the teaching team, about her three-month work trip to Marrakesh. In this episode, they explore her first impressions, travel tips, Moroccan food, architecture, and how culture, religion, and values shape life in Morocco, all from a British perspective. π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy π Free resources π English courses π₯ thebritishenglishpodcas...
Sep 19, 2024β’35 min
π Get FREE Episode Worksheet π Improve Your Pronunciation In this follow-up to Part 1, Charlie dives back into the story, where a suspicious neighbor's actions take center stage and a hero begins to emerge. Expect the same British humour and cultural twists, as the tale from Part 1 reaches its surprising conclusion in Part 2. π§ Take English Level Test π§ FREE Email Lessons π Transcripts & glossaries π The Academy π Free resources π English courses π₯ thebritishenglishpodcast.com π Instag...
Sep 12, 2024β’23 min
