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

930. Can I eat my cat? 😿 Weird Google Questions, Answered (Topics + Vocabulary)

<p>This episode is about the bizarre and funny questions that people input into Google. I explore and answer some of these questions, explaining some vocabulary. The result is an engaging and intellectually light-hearted discussion involving the usual mix of rambling, and English teaching. The episode covers a range of topics, from personal health, sex and relationships to broader existential and practical issues, with some diverse and absurd moments. The language style is a mix of informal slang and neutral high-frequency vocabulary related to personal matters and common problems. I hope you enjoy it! PDF available with a full transcript and vocabulary list.</p><p>📄 Get the episode PDF (transcript, vocabulary list) 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/930.-Can-I-eat-my-cat-other-weird-Google-questions-answered.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/930.-Can-I-eat-my-cat-other-weird-Google-questions-answered.pdf</a></p><p>🔗 Episode page on my website 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/04/07/930-can-i-eat-my-cat-weird-google-questions-answered-topics-vocabulary/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/04/07/930-can-i-eat-my-cat-weird-google-questions-answered-topics-vocabulary/</a></p><p>🏆 LEP PREMIUM 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/premium" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/premium</a></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>

929. Sarah Donnelly: The Only American In Paris 🇺🇸🇫🇷 US vs UK Accent Quiz

<p>Sarah Donnelly comes back onto LEP to catch up and to tell us about her stand-up special, now available to watch on YouTube, and to do a British English vs American English pronunciation quiz.</p><p>Sarah’s show is called The Only American in Paris and we discuss some of the themes of the show - the real experience of being a US citizen living in Paris, the Netflix show Emily in Paris, cultural differences, learning French, plus a pronunciation quiz to help you compare UK and US English.</p><p>📼 Watch Sarah's stand-up show here 👉 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2_N_CRoRz0&amp;ab_channel=SarahDonnelly" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2_N_CRoRz0&amp;ab_channel=SarahDonnelly</a> <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCWEYOwCJrBVmlyEw4H9bcQA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;@sarahdcomedy&nbsp;</a></p><p>📄 Get the episode PDF with quiz questions and full transcript 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/929.-Sarah-Donnelly_-The-Only-American-In-Paris-US-vs-UK-Accent-Quiz.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/929.-Sarah-Donnelly_-The-Only-American-In-Paris-US-vs-UK-Accent-Quiz.pdf</a></p><p>🔗 Episode page on my website 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/31/929-sarah-donnelly-the-only-american-in-paris/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/31/929-sarah-donnelly-the-only-american-in-paris/</a></p><p>🏆 Sign up for LEP Premium 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium</a></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>

928. The Abduction 🛸 (Learn English with a Short Story)

<p>Learn English with another short story on Luke's English Podcast. This one is about a learner of English who has an extraordinary experience. Listen to me tell the story, and summarise it, then explain plenty of natural, commonly occurring, up-to-date English vocabulary.</p><p>Episode page 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/24/928-the-abduction-learn-english-with-a-short-story/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/24/928-the-abduction-learn-english-with-a-short-story/</a></p><p>Get the PDF with transcript and vocabulary notes 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/928.-The-Abduction-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story-1-1.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/928.-The-Abduction-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story-1-1.pdf</a></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>

927. Walk & Talk: Medieval Museum ⛫🦄 (with Amber, Paul & Kyle)

<p>Finally, it's here - the medieval museum episode with Amber &amp; Paul. Join us as we visit the museum of the middle ages in Paris. Learn about the history of the middle ages, find out about some of the art and artefacts from that period, including some fantastic symbolic tapestries, sculptures and weapons, and have fun with a few jokes along the way.</p><p>Episode page 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/17/927-walk-talk-medieval-museum-with-amber-paul-kyle/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/17/927-walk-talk-medieval-museum-with-amber-paul-kyle/</a></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>

926. Oral Storytelling Traditions and the Mental Health Benefits of Listening to Podcasts ☀️🎧

<p>The other day I was thinking about how podcasts must be good for your mental health, and how this could be connected to the tradition of collective oral communication which was the first form of mass media in most human civilisations, and how this has been central to human psychological and cultural development over the years. So, I made this podcast episode about it. Expect discussion of culture, history, psychology and communication, with plenty of vocabulary explained. Detailed PDF available.</p><p>Get the PDF 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/926.-Oral-Storytelling-Traditions-and-the-Mental-Health-Benefits-of-Listening-to-Podcasts.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/926.-Oral-Storytelling-Traditions-and-the-Mental-Health-Benefits-of-Listening-to-Podcasts.pdf</a></p><p>Episode page 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/11/926-oral-storytelling-traditions-and-the-mental-health-benefits-of-listening-to-podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/11/926-oral-storytelling-traditions-and-the-mental-health-benefits-of-listening-to-podcasts/</a></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>

925. Walaa’s Experience in Syria - Walaa Mouma Returns (Part 2)

<p>When Walaa was first on this podcast in episode 703 she talked about living in Syria as a student during the civil war (or people’s revolution) but at that time she felt she could not talk in detail about the situation. Now that the Assad regime is no longer in control of Syria, Walaa feels she can talk more candidly about what it was like to live near Damascus during those days. Walaa’s descriptions are both shocking and moving. This is the topic of this episode, which is part 2 of a two-part series.</p><p>👉 Episode page on my website <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/06/925-walaas-experience-in-syria-walaa-mouma-returns-part-2/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/06/925-walaas-experience-in-syria-walaa-mouma-returns-part-2/</a></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>

924. Walaa Mouma Returns (Part 1) 📚 PhD Studies in Wales & Teaching English for Refugees

<p>Walaa Mouma returns to the podcast after 4 years to give us an update about her academic studies and personal story, including getting married and moving to Wales, details of her PhD doctorate, as well as her other studies and volunteer work helping to teach English to refugees and asylum seekers. Walaa's passion for this work is inspired by her own personal story of learning English, seeking asylum in the UK and studying in the UK's academic system, which she first talked about in episode 703 of this podcast. Part 1 of a 2-part episode.</p><p>Episode page with more information and links to Walaa's social media 👉 https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/03/03/924-walaa-mouma-returns-part-1-phd-studies-in-wales-teaching-english-for-refugees/</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>

923. A Rambling Exercise for Fluency 🗣️ Late-Winter 2025 ❄️☀️

<p>A rambling episode full of spontaneous speaking from me to you. Topics include; an exercise for you to practise your spoken fluency 🗣️, the benefits of extensive listening to spontaneous speech 🎧, overcoming mental blocks 🌳, the English of my daughter and raising our kids to be bilingual 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, some reactions to recent episodes 🙉, some thoughts about upcoming content 🔮, some bird-related idioms 🐦, the phrasal verb "to follow through" including its rude meaning 💩 ...and more! PDF transcript available.</p><p>Episode page 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/02/23/923-a-rambling-exercise-for-fluency-late-winter-2025/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/02/23/923-a-rambling-exercise-for-fluency-late-winter-2025/</a></p><p>Get the PDF transcript 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/923.-A-Rambling-Exercise-for-Fluency-_-Late-Winter-2025-Transcript.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/923.-A-Rambling-Exercise-for-Fluency-_-Late-Winter-2025-Transcript.pdf</a></p><p>LEP Premium info ℹ️ <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></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>

922. Words of the Year 📖 (with Amber)

<p>Amber joins me for a discussion of some words which reflect various cultural movements of the last 12 months or more. Learn some trending words and listen to discussions of topics such as the influence of online content on mental health, the Oasis concert ticket scandal, an exploration of the 'lore' of LEP, romantic fantasy books, the rise of AI and more. Includes a PDF with my episode notes and vocabulary lists.</p><br><p>The Oxford Words of the Year is a shortlist of words chosen by OUP because they saw a significant increase in usage in 2024 and because they represent certain cultural moments of recent times.</p><br><p>📄 Get the episode PDF here 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/922.-Words-of-the-Year-with-Amber.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/922.-Words-of-the-Year-with-Amber.pdf</a></p><p>Episode page on my website (with links for previous episodes) 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/02/17/922-words-of-the-year-with-amber/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/02/17/922-words-of-the-year-with-amber/</a></p><p>The Oxford Words of the Year (OUP website) 👉 <a href="https://corp.oup.com/word-of-the-year/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://corp.oup.com/word-of-the-year/</a></p><p>LEP Premium information ℹ️ <a href="\" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></p><p>Sign into your premium account 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account</a></p><p>Sign up for LEP Premium 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premium</a></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>

921. From Comedy to Cosy Crime 🎤📚 (with Ian Moore)

<p>Ian Moore returns to the podcast to talk about his career shift from stand up comedy to writing "cosy" crime novels. After several decades as a professional stand-up comedian, Ian has transitioned to writing murder mysteries. Now he is a bestselling author and his books are being adapted for television. In this episode Ian talks about ending his stand-up comedy career, why he was not suited for life as the host of a guesthouse, writing books on trains, and why his COVID lockdown was actually great. </p><p>🔗 Episode page on teacherluke.co.uk 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/02/10/921-from-comedy-to-cosy-crime-with-ian-moore/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/02/10/921-from-comedy-to-cosy-crime-with-ian-moore/</a></p><p>📄 Get the PDF transcript 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/921.-From-Comedy-to-Cosy-Crime-with-Ian-Moore.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/921.-From-Comedy-to-Cosy-Crime-with-Ian-Moore.pdf</a></p><p>📚 Ian's books 👉 <a href="https://www.ianmoore.info/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ianmoore.info/</a></p><br><p><br></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>

920. Animal Vocabulary Quiz 🐎 (with my daughter)

<p>Do you know more animal vocabulary than my 6-year-old daughter? Find out in this episode which covers over 60 items of vocabulary for describing animals, their body parts, habitats and behaviour. I am joined by my daughter for a quiz and chat about different kinds of animals. PDF available with quiz questions, vocabulary review &amp; more.</p><p>Episode page with PDF 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/02/03/919-animal-vocabulary-quiz-with-my-daughter/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/02/03/919-animal-vocabulary-quiz-with-my-daughter/</a></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>

919. Catching Up with AMBER & PAUL #14

<p>Another fun chat with my friends Amber Minogue &amp; Paul Taylor. This one was recorded in early January and we talk about running &amp; fitness 🏃, falling out of bed 🛏️, my phone's battery issues 🪫, our Christmas meals 🍗, Amber's family bingo game 😅, Paul's horrendous Christmas rat story &amp; some rat facts 🐀, insights into the lives of urban pigeons and country cats 🐈, handheld microphone technique 🎤 and Paul's lovely new jumper (or is it a sweater, or a pullover?)</p><p>No homework and no PDF this time.</p><p>Just enjoy keeping up with this conversation and catching up with Amber &amp; Paul once again.</p><p>Episode page on my website 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/01/27/919-catching-up-with-amber-paul-14/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/01/27/919-catching-up-with-amber-paul-14/</a></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>

918. Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle 💎 (Learn English with a Short Story)

<p>It's time for another classic Sherlock Holmes mystery story by Arthur Conan Doyle on the podcast. This time it is The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle - a case of a stolen gemstone! 💎 My aim here is to help you to understand and enjoy the story. I’ll read the original text to you, and will explain and summarise what is happening regularly. Just relax, listen carefully and try to enjoy this classic story. PDF available.</p><p>👉 Get the PDF <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/918.-Sherlock-Holmes_-The-Adventure-of-The-Blue-Carbuncle-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/918.-Sherlock-Holmes_-The-Adventure-of-The-Blue-Carbuncle-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdf</a></p><p>👉 Episode page <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/01/20/918-sherlock-holmes-the-adventure-of-the-blue-carbuncle-learn-english-with-a-short-story/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/01/20/918-sherlock-holmes-the-adventure-of-the-blue-carbuncle-learn-english-with-a-short-story/</a></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>

917. Listener Stories 🥷 How LEP has helped my listeners with their English ⭐️ Success & Advice

<p>This is a listener-generated episode, meaning that the content is mostly written by listeners of this podcast. In this one I read out various comments and messages from listeners who have improved their English with the podcast. They describe the progress they've made and how they did it. Expect lots of success stories and plenty of advice for improving your English in 2025.</p><br><p>Get the PDF 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/917.-Listener-Stories-How-LEP-has-helped-my-listeners-with-their-English-Success-Advice.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/917.-Listener-Stories-How-LEP-has-helped-my-listeners-with-their-English-Success-Advice.pdf</a></p><p>Episode page 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/01/13/917-listener-stories-how-lep-has-helped-my-listeners-with-their-english-%e2%98%85-success-advice/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/01/13/917-listener-stories-how-lep-has-helped-my-listeners-with-their-english-%e2%98%85-success-advice/</a></p><p>LEP Premium info 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></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>

916. Learning English in 2025 📈 with Luke’s English Podcast

<p>A lengthy New Year's message about how to improve your English through consistent podcast listening. This episode details how regular listening improves comprehension, pronunciation, vocabulary, and fluency, incorporating listener testimonials and tips, with some specific advice about how to push your English with this podcast.</p><p>Get the PDF 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/916.-Learning-English-in-2025-with-Lukes-English-Podcast-.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/916.-Learning-English-in-2025-with-Lukes-English-Podcast-.pdf</a></p><p>Episode page on my website 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/01/06/916-learning-english-in-2025-with-lukes-english-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2025/01/06/916-learning-english-in-2025-with-lukes-english-podcast/</a></p><p>Listen to the audio podcast 👉 <a href="https://pod.link/312059190" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.link/312059190</a></p><p>My phrasal verb podcast 👉 <a href="https://pod.link/895725104" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.link/895725104</a></p><p>LEP Premium info 👉 <a href="www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></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>

915. The World News Quiz 2024 🌍 with Stephen from SEND7 Podcast

<p>Join me for a quiz about some curious stories from the news this year (2024). Stephen Devincenzi from the SEND7 Podcast is the quizmaster for the third year running, and has prepared questions that will test my knowledge of some of the slightly less serious global news stories this year. Can you beat me in the quiz? Listen to find out.</p><p>🔗 Episode page (with quiz questions) 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/29/915-the-world-news-quiz-2024-with-stephen-from-send7-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/29/915-the-world-news-quiz-2024-with-stephen-from-send7-podcast/</a></p><p>🎧 Listen to SEND7 Podcast 👉 <a href="https://pod.link/1505603790" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.link/1505603790</a></p><p>⛑️ Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Consider donating to help people in need of medical aid this year&nbsp;👉 <a href="https://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/</a></p><p><br></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>

914. A Midwinter Ramble ❄️ Luke’s English Podcast

<p>An end-of-year rambling episode with some seasonal good wishes 🎄, comments on recent episodes 🎧, an update about upcoming content 📲, anecdotes about seeing Paul McCartney live in concert 🎸, playing music at the British Ambassador's residence 🇬🇧 and visiting the British Library in London 📚, lots of library jokes (explained) 😂 and a vocabulary review at the end 🙇‍♂️. PDF available. </p><p>Send your answers to my questions here luketeacher@hotmail.com (1. How has LEP helped your English? 2. Do you have any tips for improving your English with LEP?)</p><p>📄 Get the PDF here 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/914.-A-Midwinter-Ramble-❅-Lukes-English-Podcast.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/914.-A-Midwinter-Ramble-❅-Lukes-English-Podcast.pdf</a></p><p>🔗 Episode page on my website 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/24/914-a-midwinter-ramble-lukes-english-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/24/914-a-midwinter-ramble-lukes-english-podcast/</a></p><p>💻 Sign into your Acast+ account (LEP Premium) 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account</a></p><p>⭐️ LEP Premium info 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></p><p><br></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>

913. The Snowman ⛄️ (Learn English with a Short Story)

<p>Listen to a short story and learn some useful English vocabulary in the process. This one is called The Snowman - a mysterious winter tale about a creepy snowman which appears outside a cabin in a remote forest. Follow the story, and learn plenty of descriptive vocabulary.</p><p>📄 Get the PDF (story text, vocabulary notes, vocabulary list) 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/913.-The-Snowman-⛄️-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/913.-The-Snowman-⛄️-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdf</a></p><p>🔗 Episode page on my website 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/17/913-the-snowman-learn-english-with-a-short-story" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/17/913-the-snowman-learn-english-with-a-short-story</a></p><p>📼 Animated Horror Flicks on YouTube 👉 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@AnimatedHorrorFlicks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@AnimatedHorrorFlicks</a></p><p>🏆 LEP Premium info 👉 <a href="www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></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>

912. Bits & Bobs 3 📚 Questions of English (Part 3) More Listener Comments

<p>Part three of a series featuring collected bits &amp; bobs for the podcast, with mini-lessons on vocabulary and grammar. Topics include listener comments on listening twice, a joke about double negatives &amp; sarcasm, staying safe while listening to LEP in the car, the phrase "don't be shy, give it a try," fun facts about Paraguay, and a Quentin Tarantino eggcorn. Learn English with LEP!</p><p>📄 Get the PDF 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/912.-Bits-Bobs-3-Questions-of-English-Part-3-More-Listener-Comments.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/912.-Bits-Bobs-3-Questions-of-English-Part-3-More-Listener-Comments.pdf</a></p><p>🔗 Episode page on my website 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/10/912-bits-bobs-3-questions-of-english-part-3-more-listener-comments" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/10/912-bits-bobs-3-questions-of-english-part-3-more-listener-comments</a></p><p>🏆 LEP Premium info 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></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>

911. FUNNY ENGLISH SIGNS 🪧 Explained (Part 2)

<p>(Part 2 of 2) Let's continue where we stopped in the last episode, by going through the rest of my list of funny English signs 🪧 from around the world. These signs are badly-written and have unintentionally funny double meanings. I will read out the signs, then explain what is funny and offer corrections to make the signs clearer. I will also explain vocabulary in the process. PDF available.&nbsp;</p><p>📄 Get the PDF here 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/911.-FUNNY-ENGLISH-SIGNS-Explained-Part-2.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/911.-FUNNY-ENGLISH-SIGNS-Explained-Part-2.pdf</a></p><p>🔗 Episode page on my website 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/03/911-funny-english-signs-explained-part-2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/03/911-funny-english-signs-explained-part-2</a></p><p>🏆 LEP Premium info 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></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>

910. FUNNY ENGLISH SIGNS 🪧 Explained (Part 1)

<p>Let's look at some funny examples of badly-worded signs from around the world (including UK &amp; USA), which show the ambiguity and unintended consequences of unclear English. I analyse lots of signs, explaining the errors and offering improved versions, using them as teaching moments to illustrate grammatical and vocabulary points. The episode also features vocabulary explanations and corrections for the poorly written signs.</p><br><p><strong>📄 Get the PDF with notes and detailed vocabulary list 👉</strong> <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/910.-FUNNY-ENGLISH-SIGNS-Explained-Part-1-Lukes-English-Podcast-teacherluke.co_.uk_.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/910.-FUNNY-ENGLISH-SIGNS-Explained-Part-1-Lukes-English-Podcast-teacherluke.co_.uk_.pdf</a></p><br><p><strong>🔗 Episode page on my website 👉</strong> <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/26/910-funny-english-signs-explained-part-1/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/26/910-funny-english-signs-explained-part-1/</a></p><br><p><strong>🇻🇳 LEP Meetup in Vietnam, details 👇</strong></p><p>Friday Nov 29th 7-10pm local time.</p><p>Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam</p><p>Little Du Mien cafe restaurant </p><p>119D Pho Quang street, ward 9, Phu Nhuan district (it's near the airport)</p><p>Email Zdenek at <a href="mailto:teacherzdenek@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">teacherzdenek@gmail.com</a> to confirm your participation!</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>

909. The Existential Threat of AI to Human Civilisation 😃 (Topic & Vocabulary)

<p>This episode explores the important topic of AI and human civilisation, and teaches plenty of vocabulary on the subject. I analyse an interview with an AI expert and explore many words and phrases for talking about this subject. This includes discussion of the potential pros and cons of AI, how it will impact the job market, global security and economics, and what could happen if (and when) AI exceeds human intelligence. Check the episode PDF for a transcript and detailed vocabulary list.</p><p>📄 Get the PDF 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/909.-The-Existential-Threat-of-AI-to-Human-Civilisation.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/909.-The-Existential-Threat-of-AI-to-Human-Civilisation.pdf</a></p><p>💻 Episode page on my website 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/19/909-the-existential-threat-of-ai-to-human-civilisation-topic-vocabulary/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/19/909-the-existential-threat-of-ai-to-human-civilisation-topic-vocabulary/</a></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>

908. Bits & Bobs 2 📚 Questions of English (Part 2) Listener Comments

<p>Responding to comments from listeners on various episodes in the LEP archives, including how to get a TEFL certificate, linking /r/ sounds, being a fly on the wall, singular "they", antique vs vintage, and when the verb "see" doesn't mean "see". PDF available. </p><p>👉 Get the PDF <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/908.-Bits-Bobs-_-Questions-of-English-Part-2-Listener-Comments-Episode-PDF-teacherluke.co_.uk_.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/908.-Bits-Bobs-_-Questions-of-English-Part-2-Listener-Comments-Episode-PDF-teacherluke.co_.uk_.pdf</a></p><p>👉 Episode page <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/11/908-bits-amp-bobs-2-questions-of-english-part-2-listener-comments/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/11/908-bits-amp-bobs-2-questions-of-english-part-2-listener-comments/</a></p><p>👉 LEP Premium info <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></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>

907. Catching a Cold / Travelling with Children / LEP Premium Sample Episode [P64]

<p>This is a free sample of LEP Premium. The episode contains clips from my recent premium series: P64, in which I told a couple of anecdotes about catching a cold and travelling to England with my two young children. You will also hear me teaching a lot of the words, phrases and expressions that I used in my stories. The entire premium series will be available for premium subscribers this week, but here is a free sample for subscribers of the free version of my podcast. Links below for more information about my premium podcast series.</p><p>Episode page 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/05/907-catching-a-cold-travelling-with-children-lep-premium-sample-episode-p64/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/05/907-catching-a-cold-travelling-with-children-lep-premium-sample-episode-p64/</a></p><p>Get more information about LEP Premium 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo</a></p><p>Sign into your Acast+ account 👉 <a href="https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account</a></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>

906. The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe 🖤😱 (Learn English with a Short Story)

<p>In this episode for Halloween I read out a classic work of gothic horror fiction by Edgar Allan Poe, then go through each line and explain vocabulary and discuss the themes and meanings of the story.</p><p>📄 Get the story PDF <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/906.-The-Tell-Tale-Heart-by-Edgar-Allan-Poe-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/906.-The-Tell-Tale-Heart-by-Edgar-Allan-Poe-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdf</a></p><p>👉 Episode page <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/29/906-the-tell-tale-heart-by-edgar-allan-poe-learn-english-with-a-short-story/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/29/906-the-tell-tale-heart-by-edgar-allan-poe-learn-english-with-a-short-story/</a></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>

905. 49 Random Jokes, Explained 🐸 ✂️ (Dissecting the Frog)

<p>Explaining a joke is like dissecting a frog. You can learn from it, but the frog dies in the process.</p><p>Let me tell you 49 jokes (of varying quality). How many do you understand? I will explain all the jokes. How much vocabulary can you learn in the process?</p><p>Episode page with vocabulary list etc 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/22/905-49-random-jokes-explained-dissecting-the-frog/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/22/905-49-random-jokes-explained-dissecting-the-frog/</a></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>

904. Bits & Bobs 📚 Questions of English (Part 1)

<p>This is the first part of a series in which I share various little things which I have collected over the years for this podcast, including questions about English, some interesting talking points and some general motivation and inspiration for your English learning journey.</p><p>👉 Episode page 📃 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/15/904-bits-amp-bobs-questions-of-english-part-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/15/904-bits-amp-bobs-questions-of-english-part-1</a></p><p>👉 Get the PDF 📄 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/904.-Bits-Bobs-_-Questions-of-English-Part-1.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/904.-Bits-Bobs-_-Questions-of-English-Part-1.pdf</a></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>

903. Reading from my Japanese hospital diaries 📘 (Sept 2002)

<p>By popular demand I have chosen to publish this episode! In 2002 I ended up stuck in a Japanese hospital feeling very ill and confused. I ended up staying there for about two weeks. During my stay I wrote a diary nearly every day. In this episode I read from my diaries, share my personal experience with you and explain a few bits of vocabulary.</p><p>Episode page 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/08/903-reading-from-my-japanese-hospital-diaries-sept-2002/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/08/903-reading-from-my-japanese-hospital-diaries-sept-2002/</a></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>

902. "A Year on the Fosse" by Rick Thompson (English History & Wildlife) Dad's New Book 📕 Out Now

<p>A conversation with my dad about his new book, which is about the history and wildlife of a famous Roman road which passes right through the heart of England. Expect stories from various periods of English history, plus descriptions of typical English bird life. English history and culture on Luke's English Podcast.</p><p>📕 Get the book here 👉 <a href="https://a.co/d/6qpPBIA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/6qpPBIA</a></p><p>Episode page 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/01/902-a-year-on-the-fosse-by-rick-thompson-english-history-amp-wildlife-dads-new-book-out-now/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/01/902-a-year-on-the-fosse-by-rick-thompson-english-history-amp-wildlife-dads-new-book-out-now/</a></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>

901. Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of The Speckled Band (Learn English with a Short Story)

<p>Learn English with another classic Sherlock Holmes mystery story by Arthur Conan Doyle. In this episode my aim is to help you to understand and enjoy a Sherlock Holmes story. I'll read the original text of this classic locked-room mystery to you, and will explain and summarise what is happening regularly. Just relax, listen carefully and try to enjoy this classic story. PDF available.&nbsp;</p><p>Download the PDF 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/901.-Sherlock-Holmes_-The-Adventure-of-The-Speckled-Band-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/901.-Sherlock-Holmes_-The-Adventure-of-The-Speckled-Band-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdf</a></p><p>Episode page 👉 <a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/09/24/901-sherlock-holmes-the-adventure-of-the-speckled-band-learn-english-with-a-short-story/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/09/24/901-sherlock-holmes-the-adventure-of-the-speckled-band-learn-english-with-a-short-story/</a></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>