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
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May 1, 2025 • 21 mins
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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.
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April 24, 2025 • 28 mins
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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
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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...
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April 10, 2025 • 28 mins
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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.
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April 3, 2025 • 26 mins
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.
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March 27, 2025 • 30 mins
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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.
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March 20, 2025 • 43 mins
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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...
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March 13, 2025 • 35 mins
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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.
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March 6, 2025 • 20 mins
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.
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February 27, 2025 • 23 mins
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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! 🐰🇬🇧
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February 20, 2025 • 28 mins
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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!
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February 13, 2025 • 22 mins
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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...
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February 6, 2025 • 26 mins
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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!
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January 30, 2025 • 26 mins
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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.
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January 23, 2025 • 17 mins
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.
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January 16, 2025 • 15 mins
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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 ...
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January 9, 2025 • 31 mins
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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!
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January 2, 2025 • 24 mins
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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 u...
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December 26, 2024 • 33 mins
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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!
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December 19, 2024 • 26 mins
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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 s...
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