Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson 552. Discussing Comedy & Culture (with Amber & Paul)
Oct 5, 2018
In this lively discussion, the group dives into the intricacies of humor across cultures, emphasizing the challenges English learners face with British comedy. They analyze a comedic video that highlights linguistic misunderstandings and explore the ethics of accent mimicry. A comparison of comedic styles reveals how societal norms shape humor in different countries. The conversation also touches on listener feedback, the emotional depth of comedy, and the joy found in cross-cultural jokes, all enriched by personal anecdotes.
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Mystery Video
- Luke plays a video frequently sent by listeners.
- He wants Amber and Paul's opinions without revealing its origin.
Accent Impressions
- The video features exaggerated accents, including American and British.
- Amber and Paul find the impressions poor and the humor unsophisticated.
Gibberish Accents
- English accents can sound like gibberish to non-native speakers.
- This is due to unfamiliarity with the language, not inherent qualities.
