France’s farmers will be back on Paris’s doorstep before long

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• What does research tell us about the best way to learn a language?
• A Rambling Conversation with Mum (Part 2) + Vocabulary – Here’s part 2 of this conversation with my Mum in which you can hear us wittering on about the bookshop where Mum works, some of the books she’s read recently, and some of her podcast and film recommendations.
• Learning Languages and Adapting to New Cultures (with Ethan from RealLife English) – A conversation about travelling and learning languages with Ethan from RealLife English.
• These signs are badly-written and have unintentionally funny double meanings.
• Vocabulary notes and language test available.

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– Have you ever wondered why British people sometimes change their accent when they sing? This episode explores the question of why this happens, with various examples and some (dodgy) singing by me. Notes, videos and transcripts available. Key Features of English Accents, Explained – Exploring the main differences between standard English pronunciation (RP) and non-standard regional or colloquial accents. How do people really speak in different parts of England, and how does this accent differ from the accent you probably hear in English language course books and dictionaries? Notes & videos available.

Idioms Game & Chat (with Andy Johnson) + 25 Idioms Explained – A conversation with Andy Johnson including loads of idiomatic expressions and their explanations. First you can listen to a rambling chat with Andy and then I’ll explain 25 idioms that came up during the conversation. Part 2 coming soon… Transcriptions, Vocabulary list & Definitions available.

First came the £3m museum heist, then the murder plot, court hears

• Everything will return asap, with a few changes to LEP.
• 2/2 IELTS Q&A with Ben Worthington from IELTS Podcast – More conversation with Ben Worthington from IELTSPodcast.com, talking about English skills and exam skills, considering the whole approach and mindset that you need to succeed in IELTS.
• Sean Connery – I recorded an episode about Sean Connery, who died yesterday.
• A Rambling Exercise for Fluency / Late-Winter 2025 – A rambling episode full of spontaneous speaking.
• Welcome Back / Your English in 2024 with LEP  – A new year episode to welcome you back to my podcast, to encourage you to reflect on your learning of English over the last 12 months, to consider your English learning in 2024 and how this podcast can help you.
• Join us as we attempt to answer questions which (apparently) every Russian person would know.
• Has the man no sense of shame, no sense of history?

The Mystery of Lord Lucan (with Alastair Budge) – Talking about the story of Lord Lucan, the British aristocrat who disappeared in 1974 after the murder of his nanny and attempted murder of his wife. Lord Lucan is an infamous name in Britain, and the story of his disappearance is a compelling glimpse into a life of privilege, high-stakes gambling, and unresolved mystery. I am joined by Alastair Budge, who covered this story for one of his podcast episodes, and we discuss it in detail. Dysfluent 🤐 (Learn English with an Interactive Story) – “Dysfluent” is a piece of interactive fiction, all about communication.

Major British bank with 5 million customers set to be sold to high street rival

– This is the last episode of LEP before the end of 2018. It’s Christmas and New Years Eve is approaching, so it’s time for the traditional Christmas episode of LEP! In this one I’m going to read some Christmas stories and a couple of poems which are a bit different to the pokies aristocrat normal stuff you get at this time of year.

Inside the Bulgarian gang’s James Bond-style spyware

Language & Local British Identity with MARK STEEL – Special Guest Mark Steel joins me to discuss cultural and linguistic differences between the UK and France, plus accents in the UK and a little tour of some places in the UK that you don’t know about. Also includes a discussion of swearing and rude language in Britain. The Unopened Safe (Learn English with a Text Adventure Story) by Peter Carlson – Let’s do another text adventure mystery story by Peter Carlson. Listen to me read the story and make choices to solve the mystery.

First I talk about public speaking and my approach to doing presentations and then you can hear the recording of my talk. Learning English with The News (with Stephen from SEND7 Podcast) – Talking to Stephen from the Simple English News Daily podcast about learning English with the news and whether BBC reporters actually speak like normal humans. Video clip available. English Teaching Methodologies (with Gabriel Clark) – Gabriel Clark from clarkandmiller.com joins me to discuss a short history of teaching methodology in the world of TEFL. Boats & Murder (but mostly murder) with Moz – An episode with my friend Moz from the Murder Mile True Crime Podcast.

• Transcripts and notes available.
• I was recently invited onto The Earful Tower Podcast by Oliver Gee (remember him from episode 495?) We recorded an episode all about the Paris Metro while riding the Paris Metro.
• Becoming a Dad (with Andy & Ben) Part 2 – The second part of this conversation with Andy Johnson and Ben Butler, and we talk about the moment of childbirth and take a quiz about becoming a father.
• UK vs US Slang Game (with Jennifer from English Across the Pond) – In this episode I’m joined by Jennifer – a podcaster from the USA, and we test each other on our knowledge of slang from our countries.
• Full transcript available.

WORLD NEWS QUIZ 2023 Part 2 (with Stephen from SEND7 Podcast) – 2/2 Stephen from the Simple English News Daily podcast asks me questions about news events from this year. This is part 2 of a 2-part episode. Welcome Back / Your English in 2024 with LEP  – A new year episode to welcome you back to my podcast, to encourage you to reflect on your learning of English over the last 12 months, to consider your English learning in 2024 and how this podcast can help you.

Video shows Sara Sharif dancing at home days before her death

Includes a song at the end as a tribute. How to Learn Vocabulary 📚 (and not just stare at word lists) – In April I did a Zoom workshop about how to learn vocabulary. This is the audio version of the workshop, which I recorded more recently. Learn how to notice, understand, record, remember and use new words. Don’t just stare at word lists with translations.

• Transcript, vocabulary and videos available.
• Top Jokes from Edinburgh Fringe 2021, Explained – Learn English from some jokes in this episode as we go through 9 jokes chosen as the best of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe stand up comedy scene this year (2021).
• This one is about visiting the Navajo Nation, meeting some Navajo people, seeing more natural wonders at Monument Valley and The Grand Canyon,  a couple of film recommendations our experience of the solar eclipse and a few more anecdotes about the rest of our road trip.
• Park Life – A Year in The Wildlife Of An Urban Park (by Rick Thompson) / Animal Collective Nouns – My dad has written a book and it’s all about the wildlife you can find in an urban English park.
• Advanced level listening practice with the POD-PALs.

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In this episode I am reading “The Man Who Could Work Miracles” by HG Wells (adapted into modern English). First you can listen to the story, then I summarise it again in my own words, discuss my interpretations of its meaning, explain how you can use stories like this to improve your English, and teach some vocabulary which came up. Holiday Diary (Final Part) “Endeavour to Persevere” – The final part of the holiday diary series. This one is about visiting the Navajo Nation, meeting some Navajo people, seeing more natural wonders at Monument Valley and The Grand Canyon,  a couple of film recommendations our experience of the solar eclipse and a few more anecdotes about the rest of our road trip. Notes and transcript on the page.

Timeline of baby ‘killing’ – how couple evaded cops

Notes & scripts available. James & Luke Discuss Star Wars IX (SPOILERS) Final Star Wars Episode Ever? – James and Luke ramble about Star Wars IX one more time.

Madeleine McCann live: Animal bones among findings as police hunt ends

In this episode I read from my diaries, share my personal experience with you and explain a few bits of vocabulary. The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe (Learn English with a Short Story) – In this episode for Halloween I read out a classic work of gothic horror fiction by Edgar Allan Poe, then go through each line and explain vocabulary and discuss the themes and meanings of the story. The World News Quiz 2024 with Stephen from SEND7 Podcast – Join me for a quiz about some curious stories from the news this year (2024).

UK politics live: Badenoch blasts Starmer and Farage in benefits row

– Listen to recordings sent in by listeners and vote for who you think should be on LEP. Welcome (back) to Luke’s English Podcast / FAQ (January 2021) – Wishing everyone a happy new year and taking stock of the main aims and methods of this podcast, plus some frequently asked questions. NEW LEP T-SHIRTS & MERCH + LEP DESIGN COMPETITION 2021 with James – LEP merch is now available, including t-shirts, mugs and more featuring special LEP designs made by James Thompson. Luke and James discuss the new designs and launch a new design competition to give you the chance to get your design in my merch store and a cash prize of £80. Sick In Japan (Recorded Live at the BC) – My story about how I ended up in a Japanese hospital bed, scared out of my brain.

‘Bloodthirsty’ couple jailed for murdering woman and dismembering body

Amber, Paul and I play a speaking game which I sometimes use in my English classes. Listen to our stories and try to work out if we are lying or telling the truth. The second half of the episode contains story summaries and vocabulary explanations. Learning English in 2025 with Luke’s English Podcast – A lengthy New Year’s message about how to improve your English through consistent podcast listening. This episode details how regular listening improves comprehension, pronunciation, vocabulary, and fluency, incorporating listener testimonials and tips, with some specific advice about how to push your English with this podcast. Walaa’s passion for this work is inspired by her own personal story of learning English, seeking asylum in the UK and studying in the UK’s academic system, which she first talked about in episode 703 of this podcast.

A-list Oscar winner says she doesn’t regret fleeing Hollywood for ‘friendlier’ confines of Paris

Listen to hear an overview of Paul’s career, and some Paul McCartney stories. Video version of the interview available on YouTube. British or American? With Sarah Donnelly – Comparing British and American English vocabulary with a fun online quiz. My guest today is American comedian Sarah Donnelly. Video version (of the conversation) available.

Kelly Clarkson and Joe Jonas FLIRT during interview that sizzles with chemistry as stars are both single

I talk about the subject of blindness and disability in general, read an article written by a partially sighted person, and explain a list of words and phrases we should use when describing different forms of disability. Also includes various medical vocabulary such as the different parts of the eye and other related topics. Job Interview Swagger (with Natasha V. Broodie) – Natasha V. Broodie returns to the podcast to talk about her new book, which is full of advice for success in job interviews. Natasha has a lot of job interview experience, and she has learned the importance of self-belief and preparation. In this conversation she talks about some experiences that led her to write the book, and gives advice on what you should do before, during and after job interviews. The Simulation 💻 ✨(Learn English with a Short Story) – Learn English with a short story.

‘My son killed himself after ketamine ruined his life’

Moz returns to tell us some true stories of crimes in the London area. Expect some smalltalk about living on a boat, some murder stories and an interactive detective game in which we have to solve a murder. Rambling in the Podcastle (June 2020) News / Thoughts / Reflections – An unedited monologue about how my virtuous and vicious circles, how English is like a shark, some comments about recent episodes and a visit from a friendly bat at my podcastle. Pub Chat with Charlie Baxter (Social English and Pub Etiquette) – Join Charlie and me on a trip to a virtual pub for a couple of pints, a packet of crisps and some advice about how to go to the pub in English, with plenty of funny tangents.

This is a story about people-watching and what you can notice about people’s relationships if you are observant enough. Aepyornis Island by HG Wells (Learn English with a Short Story) – Learn English with another short story. I’ll read the entire story to you, and then go through the text again explaining and clarifying the main events and plenty of vocabulary. This is a wonderful adventure story written by HG Wells, a very influential and imaginative English writer from the late 19th century.

• Explaining the Rules of Cricket (with Dad) – Everything you need to know about the world’s 2nd most popular spectator sport, cricket.
• (Philosophy and Language Learning) – This episode is all about philosophy and how this applies to language learning.
• This episode contains some slightly scary and graphic descriptions of nightmare scenarios, visions, hallucinations and bad dreams, but there is a happy ending.
• Includes a haircut, a sleep and a t-shirt change during the episode.
• Learning English with The News (with Stephen from SEND7 Podcast) – Talking to Stephen from the Simple English News Daily podcast about learning English with the news and whether BBC reporters actually speak like normal humans.
• We talk about Charles & Diana, Margaret Thatcher, The Queen’s accent, Prince Andrew’s BBC interview and more.
• Your challenge is to listen to this episode in public without laughing out loud, especially in the second half of the episode.
• Includes plenty of expressions for describing personality traits, behaviour, ways of thinking and feeling and the subject of psychological testing.

Expect stories from various periods of English history, plus descriptions of typical English bird life. English history and culture on Luke’s English Podcast. So, I made this podcast episode about it. Expect discussion of culture, history, psychology and communication, with plenty of vocabulary explained. Our favourite things to do in London (Part 2) – Here is the second part of this double episode all about great things to see and do while in London  . Listen to my friends and family talking about the city , learn some fascinating bits of history , get inside tips  and learn some vocabulary in the process.

Top Jokes from Edinburgh Fringe 2021, Explained – Learn English from some jokes in this episode as we go through 9 jokes chosen as the best of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe stand up comedy scene this year (2021). Let me tell you the jokes, see if you understand them, and then I will break them down for language learning opportunities. James reads several passages from the book during the episode. Language Learning is a Voyage of Discovery / Steve Kaufmann Interview – An interview with polyglot Steve Kaufmann who has learned at least 20 languages to varying degrees during his life. Steve talks about his language learning experiences, methods and motivations. We talk about various metaphors and similes for language learning including ocean voyages , cows , skiing  and cutting grass and I ask Steve about cross-cultural experiences he has had during his career.

Parson’s Pleasure by Roald Dahl (Learn English with a Short Story) – Learn English with another short story. This time it’s Parson’s Pleasure by Roald Dahl, which is an intriguing tale of a dodgy antiques dealer, with a nasty twist at the end. Learn vocabulary while you enjoy a fascinating story.