Learn British English as well as British culture, history, news and current affairs, and much more with weekly episodes from your host Charlie on The British English Podcast! Visit the website for learning resources:thebritishenglishpodcast.com
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The return of the audio drama series, set in the worlds of Doctor Who. Cast Cleo Proctor - Charlie Craggs Abby McPhail - Lois Chimimba Shawna Thompson - Holly Quin-Ankrah Apex Costa - Freddy Carter Rani Chandra - Anjli Mohindra Morag - Maggie Service Esther - Teri Ann Bobby-Baxter Ed - Sam Stafford Drone - Wilf Scolding Honour Bray - Dervla Kirwan Mr Singh - Irvine Iqbal Receptionist - Denica Fairman Mr Smith - Alexander Armstrong Written by: Juno Dawson, Chris Cornwell, Karissa Hamilton-Ban ...
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What junk have you got buried in your loft? In this new podcast, musicians have a rummage around in the attic to find some hidden gems from their past. From broken guitars to childhood diaries, journalist, Charlie Gunn, hears the stories behind these lost items. Support this podcast and more of The Forty-Five's original music content via our Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/thefortyfive
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Welcome to our podcast, where we celebrate the value and impact of career & technical education for all students. We invite you to join us as we chat with students, business, and community leaders who share their stories and insights about their career journeys and how students can get ready for the world of work and learning after high school. Our podcast is relevant for students everywhere, not just in our local district. That's why we have listeners from all over the US and more than thir ...
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Bitesize Ep 104 - Real British Life Problems Ft. Harry
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Click here to grab the free PDF with all the vocab, quizzes, and example sentences here if you want to learn 3x faster! 🎓 Join my weekly online group lessons Harry’s run of bad luck takes centre stage in this episode. From a parking fine that spiralled into debt collectors, to a stressful eBay camera scam, we explore the ups and downs of everyday …
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From the Archives - British Wedding Culture
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🧐 Test Your Level of English 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet An episode from the archives where Charlie got Lucy from "English With Lucy" on the show to talk about British wedding culture. There are a lot of traditions involved in this day and so we took a look at some of those in a lighthearted conversation asking Lucy about her wedd…
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S5/E2 Inside the World’s Biggest Comedy Festival (with a ‘British’ Comedian)
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FREE PDF Lesson Pack – https://bit.ly/S5E2_FREE-PDF-LessonJoin my next group lesson on Zoom (The Academy) – https://thebritishenglishpodcast.com/academy Check out Matthew McAloone on Instagram or TikTok Charlie chats with British comedian Matthew McAloone to explore the wild world of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival — the largest arts and comedy fe…
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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E13: Bruce Tibbetts, President of EMC Mechanical Services, and Neil Mott, Outside Sales Representative for NEFCO
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Bruce Tibbetts, President of EMC Mechanical Services, and Neil Mott, Outside Sales Representative for NEFCO, recently visited our students at the new ACE Center at Hermitage. They got a firsthand look at the incredible work our students are doing, building out the second floor of the facility. Tibbetts and Mott were blown away by the fact that our …
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Bonus Ep 82 - British Work Etiquette: 5 Things You Should Never Do
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FREE PDF Lesson Pack – https://bit.ly/BonusEp82_FREE_PDF_LessonJoin my next group lesson on Zoom (The Academy) – https://thebritishenglishpodcast.com/academy Check out Rob's podcast - The Business English Podcast⏱ Timestamps00:00 Highlights00:37 Intro1:40 5 Awkward Scenarios in Business3:30 FREE Vocabulary PDF4:41 5 Awkward Scenarios in Business21:…
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Bitesize Episode 103 - What Brits Think of You When You Say 'Apartment'
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Click here to grab the free PDF with all the vocab, quizzes, and example sentences here if you want to learn 3x faster! Join Charlie as he unpacks the unspoken cultural code behind how Brits describe their homes. From the classic two-up two-down to the oh-so-cosy cottage, this episode is packed with real British vocabulary, quirky facts, and subtle…
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IELTS Ep 4 - IELTS Speaking Band 5 vs 7 vs 9 (With Real Examples & Tips!)
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Click here for the FREE PDF Lesson Pack In this episode, Charlie helps you improve your British English and boost your IELTS Speaking score by focusing on Part 3 of the speaking exam using the topic of education. You’ll hear three model answers — Band 5, Band 7, and Band 9 — to the same question, followed by a breakdown of what makes each one diffe…
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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E12: Guests: Betty Wilson, and Jeff Taylor with the Virginia Department of Aviation.
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To understand the critical need for aircraft mechanics and other aviation professionals in Richmond and nationwide. We interviewed Betty Wilson, Public Relations and Education Manager, and Jeff Taylor, Aircraft Maintenance Manager, from the Virginia Department of Aviation.
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie focuses on whether or not to accept the offer of "Would you like a cup of tea?" when entering somebody's home in the UK. For a lot of us this seems like a simple topic but add cultural variation into it and the answer is never that simple. Want to finally speak English with confidence, flow, and persona…
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Short Story Ep #1 - Learn English with a Funny Story
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Join Charlie for an episode of Learn English with Short Stories, where a small lie turns into a big problem. Emma tells her cousin she lives in a fancy flat near Hyde Park, but she actually lives above a kebab shop. With the help of her friends, she tries to keep up the lie, but things quickly get out of control. …
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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E12: Guests: Chris Brock, Courtney Baker, Associated General Contractors of Virginia, Jacque Morton, IEC Chesapeake
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In this episode, we talk with representatives Chris Brock, VSC Fire & Security; Courtney Baker, Associated General Contractors of Virginia; and Jacque Morton, IEC Chesapeake. The Virginia School Boards Association has awarded these business partners with Henrico CTE the VSBA Honor Roll Award. We talk with them about why they partner with Henrico CT…
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S5/E1 Travel Today vs. the Good Old Days – Has It Got Worse?
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 🧐 Test Your Level of English Charlie chats with Don, a well-travelled Aussie with stories spanning decades of globetrotting, to ask the big question: Has travel got worse? From booking flights at a high street travel agent to navigating airport chaos today, they explore how travel ha…
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Pronunciation Ep 002 - British Shadowing Practice with The Office UK – Funny & Real Pronunciation!
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👄 Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode, Charlie breaks down a hilarious scene from The Office (UK) to help you master natural British pronunciation. You’ll learn how to shadow native speakers by focusing on connected speech, word stress, intonation, and rhythm… all through British humour. This is for learners who want to sound smooth and …
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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E11: Guests: Daniel Singleton, Nathan Jones, Landon Parent
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In this episode, we are talking to Daniel Singleton- ACE Center Program Manager and Lead Instructor in Fire Science/ Career Firefighter and Paramedic, Henrico Co. Division of Fire, Nathan Jones, Firefighting 1, ACE Hermitage, Landon Parent, Firefighting 1, ACE Hermitage. Like many counties across the country, Henrico County is looking to hire young…
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Bitesize Episode 102 - 10 Million Brits Believe in This Monster—Here’s Why
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Join Charlie as he explores one of Britain’s most enduring legends: the Loch Ness Monster. From ancient sightings in 565 A.D. to modern-day hoaxes and government-funded sonar scans, discover why nearly 10 million Brits still believe in Nessie. Along the way, you’ll learn natural British expressions and cultural references—all while questioning what…
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IELTS Ep 3 - Sound Fluent When Talking About Hobbies – Part 1 Practice
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In this episode, Charlie helps you improve your British English by focusing on how to talk about hobbies and free time naturally—both for everyday conversation and, more specifically, for Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking exam. You'll hear model answers, learn useful expressions, and get tips to sound more fluent and confident when discussing your inter…
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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E10: Guests: Senior Master Sgt. Walt Davis, Air Force Reserve, and Captain Tom Holder, Marine Corps JROTC, Highland Springs HS.
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We talk to Senior Master Sgt. Walt Davis, Air Force Reserve, and Captain Tom Holder, Marine Corps JROTC, Highland Springs HS, will discuss how JROTC works and the many life and career benefits our JROTC students receive, and eliminate many myths about JROTC.
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Bonus Ep 81 - Emma’s 5 Brilliant Things | Ft. Pronunciation with Emma
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Charlie welcomes Emma from Pronunciation with Emma back on the show to share her five “brilliant things” — from the oddly specific to the surprisingly relatable. Along the way, they reflect on British culture, personality quirks, and the small moments that make life feel just right. A cosy listen for learners who enjoy natural, unscripted British E…
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From the Archives: British University Lifestyle
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🧐 Test Your Level of English 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie gets Martin from Rock N' Roll English on the show to do an interview style episode all about the life of a uni student in the UK. They cover nightlife, student accommodation and campus lifestyle. 🎓 The Academy 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 …
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Bonus Ep 80 - My 5 Brilliant Things | Ft. Harry
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🧐 Test Your Level of English 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie tries something new this week: reflecting on five small but meaningful things that have shaped him. Joined by Harry, the two share a thoughtful and lighthearted conversation that's a gentle way to tune into everyday British English and culture. Perfect for learners who enjoy r…
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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E9: Guests: Heather Veneziano, Horticulture & Landscaping Instructor
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We had scheduled a student to be with Heather Veneziano, but they had to cancel at the last minute. We still had a great talk about the Horticulture/Landscaping program at the ACE Center at Virginia Randolph and the huge demand for workers in many fields connected to our program.
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Pronunciation Ep 001 - Stress, Rhythm & Walking Boots
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👄 Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode, Charlie uses a real-life story to teach you the key features of natural British pronunciation. From connected speech and word stress to intonation and rhythm, you’ll hear how native speakers really sound — and how to train your ear to follow along. Perfect for learners who want to sound more natural, …
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Bitesize Ep 101 - The British Post Office Scandal
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie tells the true story of the British Post Office scandal — a shocking case where many honest people were wrongly blamed because of a computer mistake. You’ll learn about the people behind the post office counter, the problems they faced, and how the truth finally came out. 🎓 Join The Academy 📑 Get Transcrip…
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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E8: Guests: Lisa Gyamfi, Angela Wise, Jordan Baxter
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Today we speak with Lisa Gyamfi, Instructor, Henrico County- St. Mary’s Hospital School of Practical Nursing, Angela Wise, Class of ’25, Henrico County - St. Mary’s Hospital School of Practical Nursing, Jordan Baxter, Class of ’25, Henrico County - St. Mary’s Hospital School of Practical Nursing and the dire need to attract more young people to fil…
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Bonus #79 - British Pub Walking Tour: London Edition
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🧐 Test Your Level of English 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie takes you on a sunny Saturday walk to visit London’s oldest pubs. He gives simple Tube tips, shows you hidden alleys, and tells stories about Roman Londinium, medieval confession booths, the gin craze, tulip mania, and the nutmeg trade. Along the way he meets an Aussie traveller, enj…
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet (S1/E3) Learn British English & about British culture in this episode where your host Charlie interviews a variety of English speakers starting with his school friends from the South of England to New Zealanders, Australians and even South African English speakers to find out what the world thinks of us Brits and if we …
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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E7: Guests: Skye Allen, Michael Higgins, and Charlie Mahaffey
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The construction trades are suffering from a huge shortage of skilled tradesmen in the U.S. Many companies are exploring how they can attract more young people, men, and women, to the construction trades to deal with the increasing workload in their industry. Learn about the varied career paths in the industry and why they are great careers to foll…
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S4/E8 - What’s a Typical British Childhood Anyway? A Chat with Lorena from English with Parker
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👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie chats with Lorena Parker from English with Parker about what makes a “typical” British childhood. From selling lollipops at school to playing rounders and riding BMX bikes, Lorena reflects on growing up in the UK with Chilean roots. Expect nostalgia, cultural comparisons, and plenty …
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Cross-Post: Owning Your Mistakes – Charlie’s True Story (from Into the Story)
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Originally shared on Into the Story: Learn English with True Stories. I made a big mistake when meeting my girlfriend’s parents for the first time… and it turned into a lesson on honesty, connection, and laughing at yourself. 🎓 Join The Academy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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