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

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>

50. Good Things Come To Those Who Wait

Useful and natural vocabulary and expressions on the subject of Waiting and Being Patient. Good Things Come To Those Who Wait. FOR VOCABULARY NOTES AND DEFINITIONS PLEASE CLICK HERE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/good-things-come-to-those-who-wait/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/good-things-come-to-those-who-wait/</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>

49. Stand Up Comedy (with Claudia)

Guest presenter Claudia Edwards interviews Luke about Stand Up Comedy. Vocabulary notes are included below. <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/stand-up-comedy/">http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/stand-up-comedy/</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>

48. Useful Expressions for Travelling (with Claudia)

Really useful vocabulary and pronunciation practise for you. Learn and use natural expressions for making conversations when travelling or on holiday. FOR VOCABULARY NOTES PLEASE CLICK HERE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/useful-expressions-for-travelling/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/useful-expressions-for-travelling/</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>

47. Travelling in Vietnam

An interview with me about my holiday in Vietnam. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/travelling-in-vietnam/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/travelling-in-vietnam/</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>

46. I'm on Holiday! I'll be back in a couple of weeks.

<p>I had a great Christmas with my family, and now I'm flying to Vietnam to get some sunshine, do some travelling and have a good time. I'm coming back to the UK in the middle of January, and I'll tell you all about my holiday when I get back. Happy New Year!</p> <p><a href= "https://teacherluke.co.uk/2011/10/11/46-im-on-holiday-ill-be-back-in-a-couple-of-weeks/"> https://teacherluke.co.uk/2011/10/11/46-im-on-holiday-ill-be-back-in-a-couple-of-weeks/</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>

45. Luke & Andy's Crime Stories (with Andy Johnson)

A conversation with my friend Andy. We share some anecdotes. Following on from episode 44 they're also about petty crime. Some samples of vocabulary and expressions are listed below. I give definitions in the podcast - so listen to check the meaning. FOR VOCABULARY NOTES, PHOTOS AND OTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CLICK HERE <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/luke-andys-crime-stories/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/luke-andys-crime-stories/</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>

44. Telling Anecdotes

Improve your speaking by telling interesting and amusing anecdotes. In this episode you'll learn about anecdotes, listen to a couple of stories told by some BBC radio DJs and learn some new vocabulary. Good extended listening practice. Enjoy! FOR A TRANSCRIPT, A GRAMMAR EXERCISE AND OTHER INFORMATION click here <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/telling-anecdotes/">http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/10/11/telling-anecdotes/</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>

42. London Video Interviews Pt 3 - Audio Only

For a transcript, and to watch the video click here <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/03/29/london-video-interviews-pt-3/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2011/03/29/london-video-interviews-pt-3/</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>

40. Health / Feeling ill - Phrasal Verbs & Expressions [Originally Published in November 2009]

<p>This episode is filled with vocabulary relating to health, feeling ill, catching a cold and common symptoms. To read vocabulary notes (including lists of the phrasal verbs and expressions in this episode), click here <a href= "https://teacherluke.co.uk/2010/03/26/health-feeling-ill-phrasal-verbs-expressions/"> https://teacherluke.co.uk/2010/03/26/health-feeling-ill-phrasal-verbs-expressions/</a> </p> <p>Luke's English Podcast is a free service for people who are learning English as a foreign language. Download each episode free. Subscribe to the podcast using iTunes. Use it to practise listening, develop vocabulary and learn about the culture of the English language. Luke is well qualified and has lots of experience of teaching English for general life and for business/legal purposes. This podcast is designed to be useful, but also entertaining and fun.</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>

38. London Video Interviews Pt.2 - Audio Only

Just the audio track from the second video of interviews with native speakers in London. This is for people who like to listen to the podcast while they do something else with their eyes (e.g. drive, eat, look out of the window). To read transcripts and definitions for this episode, check the previous episode "London Video Interviews Pt. 2". Have fun! <a href= "https://teacherluke.co.uk/2010/03/26/116/">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2010/03/26/116/</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>

36. London Video Interviews Pt. 1 - Audio Only

Just the audio track from the first video of interviews in the centre of London. Click here to read a full transcript for this episode, and to watch the video <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2010/03/25/london-video-interviews-pt-1/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2010/03/25/london-video-interviews-pt-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>

33. Money Money Money - 12 Phrasal Verbs & more...

<p>Vocabulary and listening on the subject of money and the economy. Transcript & notes here <a href= "http://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/15/money-money-money-12-phrasal-verbs-more/"> http://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/15/money-money-money-12-phrasal-verbs-more/</a> </p> <p>Luke's English Podcast is a free service for learners of English. Use this podcast to get exposure to natural British English. Listen to it wherever and whenever you want to. Luke is a well experienced and qualified English teacher, with plenty of other interests. Improve your English with this podcast, and have fun! <a href= "http://www.teacherluke.co.uk">www.teacherluke.co.uk</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>

32. Doctor Who (with Lee Arnott)

This is a conversation about the iconic British TV series "Doctor Who". Authentic listening practice. Transcript available below. Luke's English Podcast is a free service for people who are learning English as a foreign language. Luke is a well qualified teacher of English with over 12 years' experience in Japan, the UK and France. You can use this podcast to get exposure to native speakers using natural English. Learn phrasal verbs, idioms, useful expressions, linkers, etc. Find Luke on Facebook (search for Luke's English Podcast) or Twitter (@EnglishPodcast). Cheers! To read a full transcript and language analysis by Richard Gallen (useful for teachers wanting to adapt this interview for the classroom), click here to visit Luke's English Blog: <a href="http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/11/14/doctor-who/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/11/14/doctor-who/</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>

31. Hello! / Argument Sketch

Some vocabulary and a listening transcript for the argument sketch are provided below. Learn English vocabulary (phrasal verbs, natural expressions, idioms, commonly used British English) and grammar (hopefully not boring) by listening to this podcast. Practise listening by playing the podcast on your iPod or computer. Develop awareness of pronunciation by repeating what you hear and recording yourself. Listening regularly is vital for the development of your English - so listen to Luke's English Podcast, enjoy yourself and have fun! To read a transcript and definitions, click here to visit Luke's English Blog. <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/11/14/hello-argument-sketch/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/11/14/hello-argument-sketch/</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>

30. The Mystery Story Continues...

Part 2 of the strange story from the last episode. Use this podcast to improve your listening, reading, vocabulary and pronunciation. You should listen to it after listening to the previous episode "Mystery Story / Narrative Tenses". To read a full transcript of the story and advice on how to use this episode to improve your English - click here <a href= "https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/14/the-mystery-continues/">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/14/the-mystery-continues/</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>

29. Mystery Story / Narrative Tenses

This podcast is about narrative tenses (past simple, past continous, past perfect - see details below). We use these tenses to sequence stories about the past. To master the use of these tenses you have to deal with their form, their use and their pronunciation - both for listening and speaking. Use this podcast to help you deal with all of those things, and then start using narrative tenses fluently whenever you describe something. Make your descriptions more detailed and colourful! A full transcript, pronunciation drills, grammar notes and advice are all available for this episode. Click here <a href= "http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/11/12/mystery-story-narrative-tenses/"> http://teacherluke.wordpress.com/2009/11/12/mystery-story-narrative-tenses/</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>

28. Interview with a Native Speaker - The Weather

<p>I talk to Chris from Ladbroke Grove about the British weather, and why he thinks foreigners should stop complaining about it!</p> <p>Click here for notes and a transcript of the interview <a href= "http://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/12/interview-with-a-native-speaker-the-weather/"> http://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/12/interview-with-a-native-speaker-the-weather/</a> </p> <p>Luke's English Podcast is a free service for people who want to improve their English. Learn real english with this podcast. Natural expressions, phrasal verbs, idioms and more vocabulary. Good listening practice. Join the growing community of listeners around the world who use this podcast every day. A full transcript of this interview is available. To read it, click here <a href= "http://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/12/interview-with-a-native-speaker-the-weather/"> http://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/12/interview-with-a-native-speaker-the-weather/</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>

27. British Weather (Lots of exciting vocabulary!!!)

<p>Lots of weather vocabulary and natural expressions to describe the weather. To read notes, vocabulary and definitions for this episode, click here https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/10/british-weather-lots-of-exciting-vocabulary/</p> <p>The weather is one of the most common topics of conversation. Imagine you're doing business with someone from another country, and you have to make smalltalk. What can you possibly talk about? THE WEATHER OF COURSE! Learn some natural expressions to describe the weather and practise your listening at the same time. </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>

26. Are You a Good Learner of English?

This episode is about having the right attitude to learning English. Use the statements in this podcast to help you stay positive and motivated. Luke's English Podcast is a free service for people all over the world who are learning English. Luke is a DELTA qualified teacher with over 12 years of experience To see notes and transcripts for this episode, click here <a href= "https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/10/are-you-a-good-learner-of-english/"> https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/10/are-you-a-good-learner-of-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>

24. Music Idioms

<p>Learn some English music idioms in this funny episode. Transcript and vocabulary available here <a href= "https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/07/music-idioms/">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/11/07/music-idioms/</a> </p> <p>Luke's English Podcast is a free service for everyone in the whole world to use. Download the podcast, listen, laugh and learn. Get new vocabulary, listening practice, pronunciation drills for speaking and some interesting cultural information. </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>

23. Summer Music Festivals in the UK

<p>This podcast is about music festivals during the summer months in The UK. To read vocabulary notes for this episode, click here to go to Luke's English Blog.</p><p><a href="https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/10/20/summer-music-festivals/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://teacherluke.co.uk/2009/10/20/summer-music-festivals/</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Luke's English Podcast is free and available to download as often as you like. It is designed to help learners of English with their vocabulary, listening and pronunciation. Also, Luke's English Podcast aims to introduce you to unique aspects of the British cultural experience.</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>