Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson 79. Family Arguments and Debates (with The Thompsons)
Jan 5, 2012
The Thompsons, a family who discusses issues, debates questions, and does speaking challenges, join the host in this episode. They discuss differences between American and British English, the importance of language skills when traveling, a debate on music quality, Christmas arguments and cultural differences, and suggestions for future episodes.
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New Year Celebrations
- Luke Thompson had a busy Christmas and New Year period, involving parties and celebrations.
- He spent New Year's Eve in Cambodia with his cousin, enjoying fireworks and festivities.
Podcast Growth and Costs
- Luke's English Podcast gained significant popularity in 2011, exceeding expectations with 30-40k monthly downloads.
- Increased downloads lead to higher website costs, making donations crucial for covering expenses like bandwidth and storage.
Family Games and Debates
- The Thompson family enjoys playing games like Mahjong, cards, and Scrabble during Christmas.
- They often engage in debates and arguments due to their intellectual nature and diverse interests.