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

In this episode we continue to analyse the various British accents that you can hear in the film version of The Lord of the Rings. Let's consider the accents of some of the main characters, such as Frodo, Sam, Pippin, Merry, Treebeard, Elrond, Boromir, Gandalf, Saruman, Legolas, Gimli and the orcs. http://wp.me/p4IuUx-7fL  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking about the different British accents you can hear in the Lord of the Rings movies. http://wp.me/p4IuUx-7fu  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The final results of the LEP Anecdote Competition, some podcast admin and responses to some comments & emails from listeners including a war story, some grammar (noun phrases, possessives & apostrophes) and a question about my Dad's accent. http://wp.me/p4IuUx-7es  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking to my Dad about recent news, and we talked about Brexit, post-truth politics, the US election, the right-wing press in the UK, the political landscape in the EU, the rules of international cricket and the music from Tetris. http://wp.me/p4IuUx-75O  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this discussion, the speaker emphasizes the importance of silencing your internal editor to enhance English fluency. Personal anecdotes add humor while addressing the struggles of language learners. Creativity is showcased as a key component, alongside strategies for improving listening and vocabulary through collaboration. The nuances of student-teacher interactions are explored, with tips on balancing accuracy and fluency. Finally, the mental health benefits of embracing creative freedom in language learning are highlighted, encouraging listeners to express themselves without fear.

I've decided to celebrate the 400th episode of LEP by making up an improvised comedy story, just for fun. In fact, this is the long-awaited sequel to The Pink Gorilla Story from episode 125. http://wp.me/p4IuUx-78D  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Molly Martinez, an American journalist, joins Dane Nightingale to delve into the world of journalism and the recent U.S. presidential election results. They discuss California's new marijuana laws, sharing personal anecdotes along the way. The conversation takes a humorous turn with puffins, while also tackling the complexities of internet speed and tech startups. Their chat covers language barriers and the urban-rural divide in politics, highlighting the unique challenges women face in the political sphere. A lively blend of insights and fun!

Dive into a thoughtful exploration of the recent US Presidential election and its unexpected results. The discussion captures the emotional turmoil and division in the political landscape, drawing parallels with Brexit. Enjoy a critique of current electoral dynamics and the importance of respectful political discourse. Humor and authenticity shine through as personal experiences are shared, paired with an impromptu song. Reflect on the balance between desire and reality, and discover strategies for nurturing civility in challenging conversations.

Talking spontaneously about gloves, mittens, OO7, Bob Dylan, an LEP app, The Walking Dead, Oasis, Black Mirror, The Crown, a bit of politics and some 10-year cave-aged cheddar cheese. Click here for the page for this episode http://teacherluke.co.uk/2016/11/07/397-ramble-on/  ‎  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is round 2 of the LEP anecdote competition. You'll be able to hear the 10 anecdotes that got the most votes from round one and some language feedback afterwards. Click here to vote for your favourite stories in the poll http://wp.me/p4IuUx-72K  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.