The British English Podcast

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

July 3, 2025 • 28 mins
šŸ“Ā ā ā ā ā Get FREE Episode Worksheet⁠⁠ Join Charlie for an episode of Learn English with Short Stories, where a small lie turns into a big problem. Emma tells her cousin she lives in a fancy flat near Hyde Park, but she actually lives above a kebab shop. With the help of her friends, she tries to keep up the lie, but things quickly get out of control. This fun story helps you learn real British English, understand everyday expression...
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šŸ“Ā ā Get FREE Episode Worksheet⁠ šŸ‘„ ⁠⁠Improve Your Pronunciation⁠⁠ 🧐 ⁠Test Your Level of English⁠ Charlie chats with Don, a well-travelled Aussie with stories spanning decades of globetrotting, to ask the big question: Has travel got worse? From booking flights at a high street travel agent to navigating airport chaos today, they explore how travel has changed — for better and for worse. Expect tales of travel in the '70s, cultur...
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šŸ‘„ ⁠⁠Improve Your Pronunciation⁠⁠ In this episode, Charlie breaks down a hilarious scene from The Office (UK) to help you master natural British pronunciation. You’ll learn how to shadow native speakers by focusing on connected speech, word stress, intonation, and rhythm… all through British humour. This is for learners who want to sound smooth and natural, not forced or overly ā€œnativeā€. šŸ“§ ⁠Get on Charlie's Email List Here⁠ šŸŽ“ ...
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Join Charlie as he explores one of Britain’s most enduring legends: the Loch Ness Monster. From ancient sightings in 565 A.D. to modern-day hoaxes and government-funded sonar scans, discover why nearly 10 million Brits still believe in Nessie. Along the way, you’ll learn natural British expressions and cultural references—all while questioning what really lurks in the murky depths of Loch Ness. šŸ“Ā ā ā Get FREE Episode Worksheet⁠ ...
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In this episode, Charlie helps you improve your British English by focusing on how to talk about hobbies and free time naturally—both for everyday conversation and, more specifically, for Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking exam. You'll hear model answers, learn useful expressions, and get tips to sound more fluent and confident when discussing your interests. Download - ⁠How to use idioms in IELTS FREE ebook/audiobook⁠ Learn about Char...
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Charlie welcomes Emma from Pronunciation with Emma back on the show to share her five ā€œbrilliant thingsā€ — 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. šŸ‘‰ šŸŽ§ ⁠⁠Listen to Charlie on Pronunciation with Emma on Spotify šŸ‘‰ šŸŽ§ Liste...
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🧐 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Test Your Level of English⁠⁠ ⁠ šŸ“Ā ā ā 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. šŸŽ“ ⁠⁠The Academy⁠⁠ šŸ“‘ ⁠⁠Transcripts & Glossaries⁠⁠ šŸ“§ ⁠⁠FREE Email Lessons⁠⁠ šŸ‘‹ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: šŸ“±ā ā On iOS / App...
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🧐 ⁠⁠⁠Test Your Level of English⁠⁠ šŸ“Ā ā 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. šŸŽ“ ⁠The Academy⁠ šŸ“‘ ⁠Transcripts & Glossaries...
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šŸ‘„ ⁠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. šŸ“§ Get on Charlie's Email List Here šŸŽ“ Sign Up to Charlie...
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šŸ“Ā ā 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. šŸŽ“ ⁠⁠Join The Academy⁠ šŸ“‘ ⁠Get Transcripts & Glossaries⁠ šŸ“§ ⁠FREE Email Lessons⁠ šŸ‘‹ ⁠Instagram⁠ @thebritishenglishpod...
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🧐 Test Your Level of English šŸ“Ā 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....
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April 17, 2025 • 31 mins
šŸ“Ā 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... šŸŽ“ Join Charlie's Academy ļæ½...
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šŸ‘„ Improve Your Pronunciation šŸ“Ā Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie chats with Lorena Parker from English with Parker about what makes a ā€œtypicalā€ 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 šŸŽ“ T...
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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. šŸŽ“ Join The Academy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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šŸ“Ā Get FREE Episode Worksheet šŸ‘„ 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. šŸ“‘ Transcripts & Glossaries šŸŽ“ The Academy šŸ“§ FREE Email Lessons šŸ‘‹ Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: šŸ“±On iOS /...
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March 20, 2025 • 43 mins
šŸ“Ā Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Test Your Level of English šŸ‘„ 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... šŸŽ“ Sample of The Academy šŸŽ“ Sample of The Premium Podcast šŸ“ Free episode worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test šŸ“‘ Transcripts & glossaries šŸ“§ N...
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🧐 Test Your Level of English šŸ“Ā 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 ā€˜poops’ presents! They explore Spanish quirks, from laid-back sobremesas to the art of being fashionably late, with plenty of laughs along the way. šŸŽ§ Listen to Bree's Podcast šŸ“‘ Transcripts & Glossaries šŸŽ“ T...
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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
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šŸ‘„ Improve Your Pronunciation šŸ“Ā 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! šŸ°šŸ‡¬šŸ‡§ šŸ“‘ Transcripts & Glossaries šŸŽ“ The Academy šŸ“§ FREE Email Lessons šŸ‘‹ Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: šŸ“±On iOS / Apple App Store here šŸ“±O...
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February 20, 2025 • 28 mins
šŸ‘„ Improve Your Pronunciation šŸ“Ā 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! šŸ“‘ Transcripts & Glossaries šŸŽ“ The Academy šŸ“§ FREE Email Lessons šŸ‘‹ Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast Get the App: šŸ“±On iOS / Ap...
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