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The British English Podcast

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Feb 20, 2025 • 28min

S4/E7 - Teen Rockstar Tours Britain

👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 📝 Get FREE Episode WorksheetCharlie and Tim take a trip down memory lane to Tim’s teenage years as a touring band singer. From dodgy tour buses to wild gigs and schoolwork on the road, expect laughs, backstage mishaps, and a glimpse into the rockstar dream—British style!📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy📧 FREE Email Lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Store here📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 13, 2025 • 23min

From the Archives: British Humour

👄 Improve Your Pronunciation Learn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gives you a one-man show exploring and explaining British humour for non-natives to better understand the language and the people. Useful Links below...🎓 Sample of The Academy🎓 Sample of The Premium Podcast📝 Free episode worksheet🧐 Take English Level Test📑 Transcripts & glossaries📧 Newsletter with e-lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about the podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 6, 2025 • 26min

Bitesize Ep 98 - The Unsolved Mystery of Bedford Town Ft. Harry

Dive into a quirky mystery from Bedford involving a soaked walking boot and its unidentifiable liquid. The hilarity unfolds as hosts investigate potential culprits, leading to amusing anecdotes about neighbors and shared living spaces. From unexpected fire brigade visits to bizarre roommate behaviors, laughter abounds. Speculate alongside the hosts on whether a mischievous kitten or a drunken neighbor is to blame. Join the fun as listeners get a chance to vote on this unsolved mystery!
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Jan 30, 2025 • 27min

Bonus Episode 77: A British Brother & Sister Take A Trip Down Memory Lane

Join Holly Baxter, sister of host Charlie Baxter, as they share a delightful blend of childhood memories and British quirks. They reminisce about growing pains, including the chaos of accommodating twins during a family move. Hilarious tales of family trips to Spain, featuring their father's antics, bring laughter and nostalgia. From dance show blunders to kitten rescues during vacations, their heartfelt reflections showcase the charm of familial bonds and the hilarity that arises from everyday adventures.
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Jan 23, 2025 • 17min

IELTS Ep 1 - Talking about your childhood in British English

In this episode, Charlie focuses on how to talk about a childhood memory of yours in British English to improve your general fluency but more specifically your IELTS speaking score.Download - How to use idioms in IELTS FREE ebook/audiobookLearn about Charlie's IELTS Speaking Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 16, 2025 • 16min

Bitesize Ep 97 - British Newspapers: A Guide to Reader Stereotypes

📝 Get FREE Episode WorksheetCharlie explores the fascinating stereotypes tied to British newspapers and their readers. From the intellectual air of The Times to the cheeky humor of The Sun, discover how the news you choose can reveal more about your personality than you might think. Listen in while Charlie delves into the cultural signals, quirks, and identities behind Britain’s most iconic papers, and see if your reading habits fit the mold—or break it.📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 Apply to join The Academy📧 FREE Email Lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Store here📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 9, 2025 • 32min

S4/E6 - The Truth about the British Ft. Adam Fletcher

📝 Get FREE Episode WorksheetIn this episode, Charlie sits down with Adam Fletcher, author of 'Understanding the British', to explore the quirks, contradictions, and humour behind British culture. Adam shares insights from his best-selling book and reveals why the British are not who you think they are—even to themselves. Full of wit and charm, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about what makes the British tick!📖 Adam Fletcher's Book on Amazon📑 Transcripts & Glossaries🎓 The Academy📧 FREE Email Lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Store here📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 2, 2025 • 25min

Bitesize Episode 96 - Maslow's Hierarchy of British Needs

Dive into the amusing blend of psychology and British culture as the host explores the 'Hierarchy of British Needs.' Drawing from Adam Fletcher's witty insights, the discussion reveals the quirky social behaviors that define British identity. From the importance of niceness to the art of small talk, listeners will discover how these traits influence interactions. It's a humorous take that invites reflection on personal cultural hierarchies while enhancing your grasp of British English!
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Dec 26, 2024 • 33min

Bonus Episode 76 - A Very British Christmas: Perfect Festive Traditions

🎁 Get FREE Sample of The Academy 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationJoin Charlie and Harry for a festive chat all about British Christmas traditions and their perfect holiday moments. From sharing Christmas wishes to exploring how Brits celebrate the season, this lighthearted episode is packed with holiday cheer and plenty of laughs!📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 FREE Email Lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Store here📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 19, 2024 • 27min

Bitesize Episode 95 - The Evolution of the British High Street

🎁 Get FREE Sample of The Academy 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your PronunciationJoin Charlie as he explores the history of the British high street, inspired by a visit to Worcester. From iconic shops like Woolworths, M&S, and WHSmith to the transformation of cinemas into bingo halls, this episode reflects on how UK high streets have evolved over time. Packed with cultural insight, personal stories, and English vocabulary, it’s a walk down memory lane with a modern twist.📑 Transcripts & glossaries🎓 The Academy🎁 Free resources🎓 English courses🖥 thebritishenglishpodcast.com📧 FREE Email Lessons👋 Instagram @thebritishenglishpodcast🤑 Get paid to tell people about this podcastGet the App:📱On iOS / Apple App Store here📱On Android / Google Play Store here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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