Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson

84. 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 <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/03/06/lukes-english-braincast/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/03/06/lukes-english-braincast/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

83. How to Swear in British English -VERY RUDE CONTENT (with James)

<p>All British English swear words, explained in one single episode.</p><p>Do not listen to this if you are easily offended. This episode contains lots of very rude words and offensive content. This is an overview of all the swear words in British English. The aim of this episode is to explain how to swear. Please remember that swearing is very offensive and is almost always inapporopriate. Please do not swear regularly! In this episode I am joined by my brother James and we explain all the main swear words in English, their meaning, their use and how offensive they are. You can read the list of swear words below. Please remember that they are very rude indeed!</p><p>Click here for more information <a href="http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/30/how-to-swear-in-british-english-very-rude-content/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/30/how-to-swear-in-british-english-very-rude-content/</a>&nbsp;</p><p>I do not intend to cause offence with this episode, just to educate people about language.</p><p>#swearing #vocabulary #english</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

82. Voting, Elections, Politics and Government

In this episode I teach you lots of vocabulary for talking about voting, elections, government and politics. This episode contains some seriously useful and important terms about politics and the way the government runs here in the UK. CLICK HERE TO READ ALL THE VOCABULARY ITEMS IN THIS EPISODE AND FOR A TRANSCRIPT TO THE COMEDY SKETCH <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/30/voting-elections-politics-government/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/30/voting-elections-politics-government/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

80. Essential Social English

Some of the most important phrases, responses and common expressions used in English every day. These are sets of phrases that always go together. Some people call them adjacency pairs. Learn many of these vital expressions in this episode of Luke's English Podcast, one of the fastest growing English language learning podcasts online. CLICK HERE TO READ ALL THE PHRASES I TEACH IN THIS EPISODE AND TO WATCH SOME FUNNY VIDEOS <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/23/essential-social-english/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/23/essential-social-english/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

79. Family Arguments and Debates (with The Thompsons)

Listen to the family discussing issues, debating questions and doing speaking challenges in this episode. This episode is filled with useful vocabulary and expressions. Listen to hear people expressing their opinions, arguing and debating various important and entertaining issues. I also talk about New Year, Christmas and the view from my living room window. TO READ NOTES AND VOCABULARY FOR THIS EPISODE - CLICK HERE <a href= "https://teacherluke.co.uk/2012/01/23/family-arguments-and-debates/">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2012/01/23/family-arguments-and-debates/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

78. Christmas - It's all about Family... (with James)

This episode is all about Christmas. Learn plenty of general English vocabulary and culture. CLICK HERE TO READ A FULL LIST OF VOCABULARY WITH DEFINITIONS FROM THIS EPISODE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/23/christmas-its-all-about-family/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/23/christmas-its-all-about-family/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

77. Bear vs Shark

Who would win in a fight between a bear and a shark? This episode is full of descriptive language and funny moments. TO READ NOTES AND TRANSCRIPTS FOR THIS EPISODE - CLICK HERE <a href="http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/23/bear-vs-shark/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2012/01/23/bear-vs-shark/</a>&nbsp;<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

76. Mind The Gap - How to use the London Underground (with Oli & Pasquale)

Are you the right kind of tourist in London? Listen to this advice for travellers using the tube and you'll know all the ins and outs of London's most famous transport system. CLICK HERE FOR A (partly completed) TRANSCRIPT AND MORE INFORMATION ;) <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/11/07/mind-the-gap-how-to-use-the-london-underground/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/11/07/mind-the-gap-how-to-use-the-london-underground/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

75. Not a Distraction!

Unlike many things on the internet, Luke's English Podcast is not a distraction! For tapescripts, video and more information - CLICK HERE In this episode I tell you some news, share some comments from listeners, share an amusing audio clip about a driving instructor and eat some chocolate! Stay tuned for more useful and entertaining episodes soon ;) <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/11/03/258/">http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/11/03/258/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

73. Steve Jobs

A tribute to Steve Jobs who died yesterday. Listen to Steve Jobs' famous speech to graduates of Stanford University, read the transcript, notice some useful features of English, and learn some important lessons about life.CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO READ A FULL TRANSCRIPT (WITH VIDEO) OF THE STEVE JOBS SPEECH <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/steve-jobs/">http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/steve-jobs/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

72. The Cheese Episode

Why is it called The Cheese Episode? Listen to the whole thing to find out. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS EPISODE. I decided to set myself a challenge in this one. Click here to read the rules of the challenge. <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/the-cheese-episode/">http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/the-cheese-episode/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

71. The Ice Cream Episode

Why is this one called The Ice Cream Episode? You'll have to listen to the whole thing to find out. FULL TRANSCRIPT NOW AVAILABLE BELOW! In this episode I decided I'd give myself a challenge: could I just talk non-stop for 45 minutes without planning anything in advance, and keep it interesting? You can decide for yourself if I was successful. CLICK HERE TO READ A FULL TRANSCRIPT OF THIS EPISODE (Thanks to Bettina from France again) <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/the-ice-cream-episode/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/the-ice-cream-episode/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

70. Language and Music (with Francis Duncan)

Learning English and learning music are quite similar actually. In this episode I talk to a great musician and English teacher about how learning English is similar to learning to play music. CLICK HERE TO READ VOCABULARY NOTES AND OTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS EPISODE  <a href= "https://teacherluke.co.uk/2011/10/14/language-and-music/">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2011/10/14/language-and-music/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

69. Common Errors / Typical Mistakes

Correct your mistakes! This episode is about typical mistakes that learners of English make when they speak. I've been teaching for 10 years and I've been listening to learners of English making mistakes for a long time. Recently I made a list of some of the most common mistakes I hear. Here they are, with corrections. This is a really useful episode, I am sure you will agree! CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO READ A LIST OF THE COMMON MISTAKES AND THEIR CORRECTIONS <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/common-errors-typical-mistakes/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/common-errors-typical-mistakes/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

68. Childhood / Growing Up / School Days - Phrasal Verbs and Expressions

Plenty of good vocabulary for describing your childhood days. Here you will find lots and lots of really natural and common expressions for describing your childhood and plenty of other things too. Listen to the podcast a few times to get the most benefit. Feel free to make a donation by clicking the donate button below. Thanks! CLICK HERE TO READ A LIST OF THE EXPRESSIONS AND PHRASAL VERBS IN THIS EPISODE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/childhood-growing-up-school-days-phrasal-verbs-and-expressions/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/childhood-growing-up-school-days-phrasal-verbs-and-expressions/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

67. Cockney / London Accent

Listen to an interview with Ray Winstone who is a genuine Londoner with a 'cockney' accent. Pick up some new expressions and learn how to recognise a London accent. TO READ A TRANSCRIPT OF THE INTERVIEW WITH RAY WINSTONE, CLICK HERE :) <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/cockney-london-accent/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/cockney-london-accent/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

66. Top Advice for Learning English / Idioms with 'say' / Culture Shock

Listen to some good advice for anyone learning English or taking a Cambridge exam such as IELTS, CAE or FCE. Also in this podcast you'll learn some idioms with the word 'say', and listen to Luke talking about culture shock. There's a bonus comedy audio bit at the end too so listen to the whole thing. FULL TRANSCRIPT NOW AVAILABLE BELOW (Thanks again to Bettina from France)CLICK HERE TO READ THE TRANSCRIPT AND TO READ THE IDIOMS <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/top-advice-for-learning-english-idioms-with-say-culture-shock/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/top-advice-for-learning-english-idioms-with-say-culture-shock/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

65. London Video Interviews Pt 5 - Audio Only

Just the audio track from this video. For people who like to listen on-the-go, without watching the video at the same time. For a transcript and to see the video for this episode click here: <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/london-video-interviews-pt-5/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/london-video-interviews-pt-5/</a>  Luke<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

63. German and British Cultural Identity - Paco Erhard interview part 2

This is the continuation of my interview with the German comedian Paco Erhard. Visit Paco's website here: http://www.germancomedy.com http://www.pacoerhard.com Click here for more info <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/german-and-british-cultural-identity-paco-erhard-interview-part-2/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/german-and-british-cultural-identity-paco-erhard-interview-part-2/</a>  Cheers! Luke<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

62. Learning English - Advice from a German comedian living in London

This is the first in a series of 2 interviews with the comedian Paco Erhard. Paco is originally from Germany but he has lived in America and Spain and he currently lives in London. He speaks 4 languages and is a proficient speaker of English. He is a performer of stand up comedy in both English and German. His show was a big success at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2011. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT PACO ERHARD click here <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/learning-english-advice-from-a-german-comedian-living-in-london/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/learning-english-advice-from-a-german-comedian-living-in-london/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

61. 127 Hours / 'Hand' Idioms

Listen 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 <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/127-hours-hand-idioms/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/127-hours-hand-idioms/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

60. The King's Speech / 'Mouth' Idioms

Hi! Learn some really useful idioms and listen to an authentic interview with a native speaker in this episode of Luke's English Podcast. This episode is about The King's Speech - an excellent film which recently won 4 Academy Awards at The Oscars, including the award for Best Actor for Colin Firth.  FOR VOCABULARY NOTES & DEFINITIONS, LISTENING EXERCISES AND VIDEOS CLICK HERE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/the-kings-speech-mouth-idioms/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/the-kings-speech-mouth-idioms/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

59. Billy Connolly Interview / Scottish Accent

An interview with comedian, actor and musician Billy Connelly who comes from Scotland. FOR NOTES, LINKS AND TRANSCRIPT DETAILS, PLEASE CLICK HERE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/billy-connolly-interview-more-scottish-accent/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/billy-connolly-interview-more-scottish-accent/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

58. Scotland / Scottish Accent (with Leslie)

An interview with a native speaker from Scotland. We talk about Scottish culture and stereotypes, and features of scottish accents. Use this episode to develop your cultural understanding of the English language, and to practise identifying and understanding different accents.  FOR A FULL TRANSCRIPT FOR THIS EPISODE, CLICK HERE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/scotland-scottish-accent/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/scotland-scottish-accent/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

57. Birmingham Accent / 12 Phrasal Verbs with the letter 'A' (with Neil Waters)

I'm joined by my old college friend Neil Waters in this episode. First we talk about the Birmingham accent, and then we teach you some useful phrasal verbs. FOR A (KIND OF) TRANSCRIPT AND PHRASAL VERB DEFINITIONS, PLEASE CLICK HERE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/birmingham-accent-12-phrasal-verbs-with-the-letter-a/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/birmingham-accent-12-phrasal-verbs-with-the-letter-a/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

56. British Accents and Dialects

First in a series of episodes about accents. Learn differences between accents from the UK. This is information that all learners of English need to know! <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/british-accents-and-dialects/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/british-accents-and-dialects/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

55. Mini Podcasts Collection 1

My first 7 mini podcasts in one full length episode. Idioms with 'about', politics, how to make a perfect cup of tea, a comedy song about badgers and some sentence stress and intonation practice. You can find my Mini Podcast page on Audioboo by clicking here. I am also on Facebook and Twitter.  CLICK HERE FOR TRANSCRIPTS AND OTHER INFORMATION FOR THIS EPISODE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/mini-podcasts-collection-1/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/mini-podcasts-collection-1/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

54. Halloween / Guy Fawkes Night

English cultural information and expressions about Halloween and Guy Fawkes Night (Nov 5th), some entertaining stand up comedy about halloween and all the usual useful bits of language and vocabulary. CLICK HERE FOR TRANSCRIPTS, LINKS AND OTHER INFORMATION <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/halloween-guy-fawkes-night/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/halloween-guy-fawkes-night/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

53. Discussing Grammar with My Brother

Can an ordinary native speaker of English (my brother) explain the rules of English grammar? That's the question in this interview. I wanted to know how much my brother James knows about the rules of grammar which learners of English study every day. The results are quite revealing.CLICK HERE FOR A TRANSCRIPT (UNFINISHED) AND OTHER NOTES  <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/discussing-grammar-with-my-brother/">http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/discussing-grammar-with-my-brother/ </a>  <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

51. Luke Answers Your Emails and Questions

It'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 <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/luke-answers-your-emails-and-questions/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/luke-answers-your-emails-and-questions/</a> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>