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

Luke's English Podcast is an award-winning podcast for learners of English. Listen, learn and have fun while picking up natural British English as it really is spoken. http://teacherluke.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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888. UK General Election ๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ / Euro 2024 โšฝ๏ธ (The Rick Thompson Report: June 2024)

24 Jun 2024
1h 3m
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This podcast episode discusses the upcoming general election in the UK, highlighting the challenges and dissatisfaction faced by the current Conservative government. The decision to call for an election by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has raised questions about his motives and the effectiveness of the campaign. The episo...

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887. Walk & Talk: Health & Diet (Phrasal Verbs)

17 Jun 2024
1h 23m
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This podcast episode explores the concept of Walk & Talk episodes, where the host records episodes outside while taking a walk. The episode focuses on the topics of health, diet, and exercise, emphasizing the importance of cardiovascular workout and building muscles for overall fitness. The speaker also discusses phras...

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886. Networking in English ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ (with Rob from The Business English Podcast)

10 Jun 2024
1h 8m
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This podcast episode explores the importance of networking and effective communication in the context of business and career success. The host and guest discuss the challenges faced by non-native English professionals and highlight key strategies for improving business prospects and establishing strong professional rel...

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885. Still Raining, Still Rambling (News, Comments, Questions, Guitars & Music)

03 Jun 2024
3h 19m
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This podcast episode covers a wide range of topics, including the concept of faffing around, the difference between viaducts and aqueducts, stand-up comedy shows in Paris, the importance of clarity in English pronunciation, the challenges of imitating a native accent, the significance of thumbnails on YouTube, learning...

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884. British Music: Madness (with James)

27 May 2024
1h 51m
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This podcast episode explores the British band Madness and their influence on the music scene. The conversation covers the band's origins, their transition from two-tone ska to pop music, their iconic songs, and their appeal to different generations. The episode also delves into the challenges of maintaining a band, th...

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883. A Last-minute Rambling Episode

21 May 2024
1h 2m
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This podcast episode discusses various topics including the challenges of May in France, the experiences of Luke's ENGLISH Podcast, an interview with a colleague who started a podcast, the band Tenacious D, and the movie "The Pick of Destiny." It explores the success and struggle of Hollywood star Jack Black, the forma...

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882. 47 "Funny" Country Jokes, Explained ๐ŸŒ ๐Ÿ˜‚ Learn English with Humour

14 May 2024
1h 31m
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This podcast episode explores English humor and jokes, discussing self-deprecating humor, cultural differences, and international perceptions of British food. It also includes a list of jokes with wordplay and cultural references, highlighting various countries, stereotypes, and linguistic playfulness. The episode touc...

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881. Reading the news with a foreign accent (with Barbara Serra)

06 May 2024
1h 4m
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This podcast episode explores the complexities of language, accent, and identity. It features discussions with Barbara Serra, an Italian journalist, who shares her experience of being a newsreader and reporter in the UK with a specific accent. The episode delves into the challenges faced by non-native English speakers ...

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880. Is Paris ready for the Olympic Games 2024? ๐ŸŠ (Article + Vocabulary)

29 Apr 2024
1h 45m
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This podcast episode explores the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, addressing concerns about the city's preparedness, security threats, potential protests, and the potential for the Games to become a stage for debates surrounding race, immigration, and national identity. The episode also discusses the challenges faced ...

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879. Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques for Spontaneous Speaking ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ with Matt Abrahams

22 Apr 2024
1h 17m
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This podcast episode explores the challenges and strategies for effective communication, with a focus on managing anxiety, embracing imperfections, and building connections. The speaker, Matt Abrahams, highlights the pressures faced by non-native speakers and emphasizes their ability to communicate with greater intent....

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878. From Learning to Teaching and Beyond (with Elena Mutonono)

15 Apr 2024
1h 6m
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This podcast episode features a conversation with Elena Mutonono, a non-native English speaker turned successful business coach for language teachers. The episode explores various aspects of English learning, teaching, and career management for online language teachers. Elena shares her personal journey from being an E...

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877. How to Learn Vocabulary | A Conversation with Clare Whitmell

11 Apr 2024
34m
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This podcast episode explores the paramount importance of vocabulary in language learning, particularly for achieving advanced proficiency in English. The speakers discuss the mistakes people make when learning vocabulary and provide advice on how to expand one's vocabulary more effectively. They also highlight the sig...

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876. Thoughts & comments on recent episodes / A Spring Equinox Ramble 2024

08 Apr 2024
2h 0m
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This podcast episode covers a variety of topics including the spring equinox, AI-generated images, listener engagement, speaking speed, the use of MBTI personality tests, podcast monetization, and the creation of outdoor episodes. The host explores different interpretations of a short story, discusses the challenges of...

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875. Aepyornis Island by HG Wells ๐Ÿ๏ธ๐Ÿฅš (Learn English with a Short Story)

01 Apr 2024
3h 22m
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This podcast episode explores the story "Aepyornis Island" by HG Wells and provides historical context about the late 19th century. The story follows Butcher, a man stranded on a desert island near Madagascar, who was employed to find remains of the giant elephant bird known as the Aepyornis. The sections also discuss ...

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874. Walk & Talk: PARIS

25 Mar 2024
1h 19m
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This podcast episode introduces a new "Walk & Talk" format where the host discusses various topics while walking around Paris. The purpose of the podcast is to help listeners improve their English skills by listening to discussions, learning new vocabulary, and practicing speaking. The episode covers a range of topics,...

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873. Luke takes the MBTI Personality Test

18 Mar 2024
2h 4m
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This podcast episode explores the MBTI personality test and its implications in understanding oneself and others. The episode provides an overview of the test's history, methodology, and applications, as well as discussing the criticisms and controversies surrounding its reliability and validity. The episode also delve...

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872. The Birthday Party (Learn English with a Short Story)

11 Mar 2024
48m
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This podcast episode discusses Katherine Brush's short story "The Birthday Party," which explores the complexities of marriage and relationships. The story portrays a couple on a dinner date where a surprise birthday celebration becomes a public embarrassment for the husband, leading to an emotional outburst towards hi...

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871. Rambling through my episode archive / Listener Comments / Gold YouTube Creator Award

04 Mar 2024
3h 10m
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This podcast episode includes diverse segments, focusing on updates, vocabulary lessons, personal reflections, travel experiences, discussions on educational techniques, and interactions with listeners. The main thesis is to explore various topics and engage with the audience, providing both educational content and ent...

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870. Kate Billintgon moved to Taiwan ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ

26 Feb 2024
1h 47m
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This podcast episode features multifaceted discussions, including Kate Billington's move from Paris to Taiwan and her recognition as a podcaster, Luke Thompson's experiences with fame, the scientific explanation behind tea mugs retaining heat, Barbie's evolution as a feminist icon, the challenges of multilingual stand-...

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869. Working at UNESCO ๐Ÿ›๏ธ English in International Diplomacy

19 Feb 2024
1h 59m
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This podcast episode delves into the intricacies of diplomacy at UNESCO, emphasizing the crucial role of communication, collaboration, and consensus-building. It sheds light on the foundational principles, diverse challenges, and nuanced strategies used by delegates to navigate intercultural differences, build relation...

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