Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson Robbing the Louvre 👑 Escaping to Nigeria 🏃♂️ with Amber & Paul [967] Catching Up #16
Dec 22, 2025
Join Paul Taylor, a stand-up comedian with a knack for running international marathons, and Amber Minogue, a Paris-based tour guide with insights into the Louvre, as they share thrilling tales. Paul discusses outrageous marathon plans and a harrowing escape amid a coup in Benin, imagining a 'Jason Bourne' scenario. Meanwhile, Amber reveals the audacious Louvre robbery, exploring museum security and staff responses during the crisis. Their witty banter and eye-opening stories make for a captivating conversation about travel and art.
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Ten-Marathon World Challenge
- Paul plans to run ten world-major marathons between his 40th and 41st birthdays as a personal challenge and documentary project.
- He intends to film short city episodes, perform gigs in each location, and seek sponsorship but will self-fund if necessary.
Museums Prioritise People Over Objects
- Amber explains museums prioritise visitor safety over protecting objects during sudden threats, which made the Louvre vulnerable during the heist.
- Open, public display and limited security staffing increase museums' attractiveness as targets compared with jewellery shops.
Allow Extra Time For New Museum Entry Rules
- Expect increased entry checks when museums impose nationality-based pricing and require ID uploads for tickets online.
- Plan ahead and allow extra time because staff shortages and new verification steps will slow admissions.