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

A Free Sample of LEP Premium Series 71 🏆 Vocabulary & Pronunciation [958]

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Oct 20, 2025
Dive into a lively discussion on vocabulary and pronunciation techniques! Hear reflections from Luke's five-week podcast break and tales of parenting adventures. Explore the emotional depths of Munch's The Scream and tackle memory quizzes to strengthen your vocabulary. Learn the differences between 'compulsive' and 'serial,' and find out effective ways to cope with difficult situations. Plus, gain insights on linear vs. non-linear narratives and discover idiomatic expressions like 'blow off steam' for stress relief!
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ADVICE

Turn Recognition Into Active Recall

  • Practice memory recall and personalise new vocabulary to truly learn it rather than just recognising it.
  • Use controlled practice, repetition, and speaking about yourself to lock phrases into active use.
ANECDOTE

Taking A Real Break From Work

  • Luke spent five weeks away from podcasting and used the break as welcome headspace.
  • He repeatedly told himself to 'Empty your brain' and 'Just be like water' to relax.
ANECDOTE

Parenting: Chasing Energy At The Park

  • Luke describes chasing his energetic two-year-old son around parks to let him blow off steam.
  • He finds the time lovely but sometimes stressful due to messy or dodgy park conditions.
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