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The British English Podcast

Learn British English as well as British culture, history, news and current affairs, and much more with weekly episodes from your host Charlie on The British English Podcast! Visit the website for learning resources:thebritishenglishpodcast.com

Episodes

Bonus Ep 81 - Emma’s 5 Brilliant Things | Ft. Pronunciation with Emma

🧐 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Test Your Level of English⁠⁠ ⁠ 📝 ⁠⁠Get FREE Episode Worksheet⁠⁠ Charlie 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. 👉 🎧 Listen to Charlie on Pronunciation with Emma 🎓 ⁠⁠The Academy⁠⁠ ...

May 29, 202530 min

From the Archives: British University Lifestyle

🧐 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Test Your Level of English⁠⁠ ⁠ 📝 ⁠⁠Get FREE Episode Worksheet⁠⁠ Charlie 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. 🎓 ⁠⁠The Academy⁠⁠ 📑 ⁠⁠Transcripts & Glossaries⁠⁠ 📧 ⁠⁠FREE Email Lessons⁠⁠ 👋 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: 📱⁠⁠On iOS / Apple App Store here⁠⁠ 📱⁠⁠⁠⁠Android currently not working 😡 (working on ...

May 22, 202530 min

Bonus Ep 80 - My 5 Brilliant Things | Ft. Harry

🧐 ⁠⁠⁠Test Your Level of English⁠⁠ 📝 ⁠Get FREE Episode Worksheet⁠ Charlie tries something new this week: reflecting on five small but meaningful things that have shaped him. Joined by Harry, the two share a thoughtful and lighthearted conversation that's a gentle way to tune into everyday British English and culture. Perfect for learners who enjoy real talk over rehearsed scripts. 🎓 ⁠The Academy⁠ 📑 ⁠Transcripts & Glossaries⁠ 📧 ⁠FREE Email Lessons⁠ 👋 ⁠Instagram⁠ @thebritishenglishpodcast...

May 15, 202530 min

Pronunciation 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. 📧 Get on Charlie's Email List Here 🎓 Sign Up to Charlie's Pronunciation Course 🎓 ⁠⁠⁠Join The Academy⁠⁠ 👋 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @t...

May 08, 202525 min

Bitesize Ep 101 - The British Post Office Scandal

📝 ⁠Get FREE Episode Worksheet⁠ Charlie tells the true story of the British Post Office scandal — a shocking case where many honest people were wrongly blamed because of a computer mistake. You’ll learn about the people behind the post office counter, the problems they faced, and how the truth finally came out. 🎓 ⁠⁠Join The Academy⁠ 📑 ⁠Get Transcripts & Glossaries⁠ 📧 ⁠FREE Email Lessons⁠ 👋 ⁠Instagram⁠ @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: 📱⁠On iOS / Apple App Store here⁠ 📱⁠On Android ...

May 01, 202522 min

Bonus #79 - British Pub Walking Tour: London Edition

🧐 Test Your Level of English 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie takes you on a sunny Saturday walk to visit London’s oldest pubs. He gives simple Tube tips, shows you hidden alleys, and tells stories about Roman Londinium, medieval confession booths, the gin craze, tulip mania, and the nutmeg trade. Along the way he meets an Aussie traveller, enjoys half‑pints in centuries‑old taverns, and shares useful British English phrases. 🎓 The Academy 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 📧 FREE Email Lessons...

Apr 24, 202528 min

From 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 📑 Transcript...

Apr 17, 202532 min

S4/E8 - What’s a Typical British Childhood Anyway? A Chat with Lorena from English with Parker

👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie chats with Lorena Parker from English with Parker about what makes a “typical” British childhood. From selling lollipops at school to playing rounders and riding BMX bikes, Lorena reflects on growing up in the UK with Chilean roots. Expect nostalgia, cultural comparisons, and plenty of useful British English along the way. Lorena's Instagram Lorena's Website 🎓 The Academy 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 Ins...

Apr 10, 202528 min

Cross-Post: Owning Your Mistakes – Charlie’s True Story (from Into the Story)

Originally shared on Into the Story: Learn English with True Stories. I made a big mistake when meeting my girlfriend’s parents for the first time… and it turned into a lesson on honesty, connection, and laughing at yourself. 🎓 Join The Academy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 03, 202526 min

Bitesize Ep 100 - Blown Away: British Bloke vs. Aussie Cyclone

📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 👄 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. 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 The Academy 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: 📱On iOS / Apple App Store here 📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn ...

Mar 27, 202530 min

From the Archives: British Pub Culture

📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Test Your Level of English 👄 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... 🎓 Sample of The Academy 🎓 Sample of The Premium Podcast 📝 Free episode worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 📧 Newsletter with e-lessons 👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast 🤑 ...

Mar 20, 202544 min

Bonus Ep 78 - What a Canadian Really Thinks About Spanish People

🧐 Test Your Level of English 📝 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 traditions—like a Christmas log that ‘poops’ presents! They explore Spanish quirks, from laid-back sobremesas to the art of being fashionably late, with plenty of laughs along the way. 🎧 Listen to Bree's Podcast 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 The Academy 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishp...

Mar 13, 202536 min

IELTS Ep 2 - Talking about travel in British English

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, 202521 min

Bitesize Ep 99 - Peter Rabbit Reimagined: A British Classic with a Modern Twist

👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie retells The Tale of Peter Rabbit with a fresh twist—richer language, playful narration, and British charm. Expect mischievous rabbits, high-stakes vegetable theft, and plenty of advanced English to soak up! 🐰🇬🇧 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 The Academy 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: 📱On iOS / Apple App Store here 📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more about your ad choice...

Feb 27, 202523 min

S4/E7 - Teen Rockstar Tours Britain

👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie and Tim take a trip down memory lane to Tim’s 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 dream—British style! 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 The Academy 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: 📱On iOS / Apple App Store here 📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn mor...

Feb 20, 202528 min

From the Archives: British Humour

👄 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... 🎓 Sample of The Academy 🎓 Sample of The Premium Podcast 📝 Free episode worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 📧 Newsletter with e-lessons 👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast 🤑 Get paid to tell pe...

Feb 13, 202523 min

Bitesize Ep 98 - The Unsolved Mystery of Bedford Town Ft. Harry

📝 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 decide—cast your vote in this interactive episode! 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 Apply to join The Academy 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: 📱On iOS / Apple...

Feb 06, 202526 min

Bonus Episode 77: A British Brother & Sister Take A Trip Down Memory Lane

📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 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. 🎁 Get FREE Sample of The Academy 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎁 Free resources 🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 Instagram @thebriti...

Jan 30, 202527 min

IELTS Ep 1 - Talking about your childhood in British English

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, 202517 min

Bitesize Ep 97 - British Newspapers: A Guide to Reader Stereotypes

📝 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 Britain’s most iconic papers, and see if your reading habits fit the mold—or break it. 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 Apply to...

Jan 16, 202516 min

S4/E6 - The Truth about the British Ft. Adam Fletcher

📝 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 are—even to themselves. Full of wit and charm, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about what makes the British tick! 📖 Adam Fletcher's Book on Amazon 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 The...

Jan 09, 202532 min

Bitesize Episode 96 - Maslow's Hierarchy of British Needs

📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet In this episode, Charlie blends psychology with British culture by exploring The Hierarchy of British Needs from Adam Fletcher’s book Understanding the British: A Hilarious Guide from Apologising to Wimbledon. With a sneak peek into the book’s witty insights and a nod to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, this bite-sized episode is packed with humour, cultural quirks, and plenty of British English to level up your language skills! 📖 Adam Fletcher's Book on Amazon 📑 Tran...

Jan 02, 202525 min

Bonus Episode 76 - A Very British Christmas: Perfect Festive Traditions

🎁 Get FREE Sample of The Academy 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 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! 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎁 Free resources 🎓 English courses 🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com 📧 FREE Email ...

Dec 26, 202433 min

Bitesize Episode 95 - The Evolution of the British High Street

🎁 Get FREE Sample of The Academy 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 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, it’s a walk down memory lane with...

Dec 19, 202427 min

Bonus Episode 75 - British Humour Unfiltered: Laughing Through Insults

🎁 Get FREE Sample of The Academy 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 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! 🌐 S...

Dec 12, 202434 min

#001 Inside The Academy- Language Lessons and Highlights

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, we’re revisiting a phrase from Season 3, Episode 8 with Luke from Luke’s English Podcast: “swings and roundabouts.” 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. You’ll also l...

Dec 09, 20248 min

Bitesize Episode 94 - Peep Show and British Comedy: A Language and Culture Lesson

🎁 Get FREE Sample of The Academy 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 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. 📑 Transcripts...

Dec 05, 202431 min

Bonus Episode 74 - London Life: The Pros, the Cons, and Everything in Between

🎁 Get FREE Sample of The Academy 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 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. 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎓 The Academy 🎁 Free resources 🎓 English courses 🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 Insta...

Nov 28, 202433 min

Bitesize Episode 93 - Why the Brits Drive on the Left (And Why It's Actually Brilliant!)

📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode of The British English Podcast, Charlie takes you on a fun ride through Britain’s unique driving tradition—sticking 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! 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎓 The Academy 🎁 Free resources 🎓 English courses 🖥 thebritishenglishpodcas...

Nov 21, 202424 min

Bonus Episode 73 - The Happy Headlines Episode: Good Vibes Only!

📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 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. 🎙️ SEND7 - Stephen's Daily News Podcast 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎓 The Academy 🎁 Fre...

Nov 14, 202436 min
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