Luke's ENGLISH Podcast

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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 Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes
24 / 12 / 2024

914. A Midwinter Ramble ❄️ Luke’s English Podcast


An end-of-year rambling episode with some seasonal good wishes πŸŽ„, comments on recent episodes 🎧, an update about upcoming content πŸ“², anecdotes about seeing Paul McCartney live in concert 🎸, playing music at the British Ambassador-s residence πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ and visiting the British Library in London πŸ“š, lots of library jokes (explained) πŸ˜‚ and a vocabulary review at the end πŸ™‡-♂️. PDF available. Send your answers to my questions here [email protected] (1. How has LEP helped your English? 2. Do you have any tips for improving your English with LEP?)πŸ“„ Get the PDF here πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/914.-A-Midwinter-Ramble-❅-Lukes-English-Podcast.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/24/914-a-midwinter-ramble-lukes-english-podcast/πŸ’» Sign into your Acast+ account (LEP Premium) πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account⭐️ LEP Premium info πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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2:18:40
17 / 12 / 2024

913. The Snowman ⛄️ (Learn English with a Short Story)


Listen to a short story and learn some useful English vocabulary in the process. This one is called The Snowman - a mysterious winter tale about a creepy snowman which appears outside a cabin in a remote forest. Follow the story, and learn plenty of descriptive vocabulary.πŸ“„ Get the PDF (story text, vocabulary notes, vocabulary list) πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/913.-The-Snowman-⛄️-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/17/913-the-snowman-learn-english-with-a-short-storyπŸ“Ό Animated Horror Flicks on YouTube πŸ‘‰ https://www.youtube.com/@AnimatedHorrorFlicksπŸ† LEP Premium info πŸ‘‰ www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:42:22
10 / 12 / 2024

912. Bits & Bobs 3 πŸ“š Questions of English (Part 3) More Listener Comments


Part three of a series featuring collected bits - bobs for the podcast, with mini-lessons on vocabulary and grammar. Topics include listener comments on listening twice, a joke about double negatives - sarcasm, staying safe while listening to LEP in the car, the phrase -don-t be shy, give it a try,- fun facts about Paraguay, and a Quentin Tarantino eggcorn. Learn English with LEP!πŸ“„ Get the PDF πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/912.-Bits-Bobs-3-Questions-of-English-Part-3-More-Listener-Comments.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/10/912-bits-bobs-3-questions-of-english-part-3-more-listener-commentsπŸ† LEP Premium info πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:05:25
03 / 12 / 2024

911. FUNNY ENGLISH SIGNS πŸͺ§ Explained (Part 2)


(Part 2 of 2) Let-s continue where we stopped in the last episode, by going through the rest of my list of funny English signs πŸͺ§ from around the world. These signs are badly-written and have unintentionally funny double meanings. I will read out the signs, then explain what is funny and offer corrections to make the signs clearer. I will also explain vocabulary in the process. PDF available.-πŸ“„ Get the PDF here πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/911.-FUNNY-ENGLISH-SIGNS-Explained-Part-2.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/03/911-funny-english-signs-explained-part-2πŸ† LEP Premium info πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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58:41
26 / 11 / 2024

910. FUNNY ENGLISH SIGNS πŸͺ§ Explained (Part 1)


Let-s look at some funny examples of badly-worded signs from around the world (including UK - USA), which show the ambiguity and unintended consequences of unclear English. I analyse lots of signs, explaining the errors and offering improved versions, using them as teaching moments to illustrate grammatical and vocabulary points. The episode also features vocabulary explanations and corrections for the poorly written signs.πŸ“„ Get the PDF with notes and detailed vocabulary list πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/910.-FUNNY-ENGLISH-SIGNS-Explained-Part-1-Lukes-English-Podcast-teacherluke.co_.uk_.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/26/910-funny-english-signs-explained-part-1/πŸ‡»πŸ‡³ LEP Meetup in Vietnam, details πŸ‘‡Friday Nov 29th 7-10pm local time.Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamLittle Du Mien cafe restaurant 119D Pho Quang street, ward 9, Phu Nhuan district (it-s near the airport)Email Zdenek at [email protected] to confirm your participation! Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:14:57
19 / 11 / 2024

909. The Existential Threat of AI to Human Civilisation πŸ˜ƒ (Topic & Vocabulary)


This episode explores the important topic of AI and human civilisation, and teaches plenty of vocabulary on the subject. I analyse an interview with an AI expert and explore many words and phrases for talking about this subject. This includes discussion of the potential pros and cons of AI, how it will impact the job market, global security and economics, and what could happen if (and when) AI exceeds human intelligence. Check the episode PDF for a transcript and detailed vocabulary list.πŸ“„ Get the PDF πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/909.-The-Existential-Threat-of-AI-to-Human-Civilisation.pdfπŸ’» Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/19/909-the-existential-threat-of-ai-to-human-civilisation-topic-vocabulary/ Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:56:29
12 / 11 / 2024

908. Bits & Bobs 2 πŸ“š Questions of English (Part 2) Listener Comments


Responding to comments from listeners on various episodes in the LEP archives, including how to get a TEFL certificate, linking /r/ sounds, being a fly on the wall, singular -they-, antique vs vintage, and when the verb -see- doesn-t mean -see-. PDF available. πŸ‘‰ Get the PDF https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/908.-Bits-Bobs-_-Questions-of-English-Part-2-Listener-Comments-Episode-PDF-teacherluke.co_.uk_.pdfπŸ‘‰ Episode page https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/11/908-bits-amp-bobs-2-questions-of-english-part-2-listener-comments/πŸ‘‰ LEP Premium info https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:08:49
05 / 11 / 2024

907. Catching a Cold / Travelling with Children / LEP Premium Sample Episode [P64]


This is a free sample of LEP Premium. The episode contains clips from my recent premium series: P64, in which I told a couple of anecdotes about catching a cold and travelling to England with my two young children. You will also hear me teaching a lot of the words, phrases and expressions that I used in my stories. The entire premium series will be available for premium subscribers this week, but here is a free sample for subscribers of the free version of my podcast. Links below for more information about my premium podcast series.Episode page πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/05/907-catching-a-cold-travelling-with-children-lep-premium-sample-episode-p64/Get more information about LEP Premium πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfoSign into your Acast+ account πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:13:07
29 / 10 / 2024

906. The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe πŸ–€πŸ˜± (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.πŸ“„ Get the story PDF https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/906.-The-Tell-Tale-Heart-by-Edgar-Allan-Poe-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdfπŸ‘‰ Episode page https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/29/906-the-tell-tale-heart-by-edgar-allan-poe-learn-english-with-a-short-story/ Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:54:58
22 / 10 / 2024

905. 49 Random Jokes, Explained ? βœ‚οΈ (Dissecting the Frog)


Explaining a joke is like dissecting a frog. You can learn from it, but the frog dies in the process.Let me tell you 49 jokes (of varying quality). How many do you understand? I will explain all the jokes. How much vocabulary can you learn in the process?Episode page with vocabulary list etc ? https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/22/905-49-random-jokes-explained-dissecting-the-frog/ Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:24:48
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast
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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 Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes
24 / 12 / 2024

914. A Midwinter Ramble ❄️ Luke’s English Podcast

An end-of-year rambling episode with some seasonal good wishes πŸŽ„, comments on recent episodes 🎧, an update about upcoming content πŸ“², anecdotes about seeing Paul McCartney live in concert 🎸, playing music at the British Ambassador-s residence πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ and visiting the British Library in London πŸ“š, lots of library jokes (explained) πŸ˜‚ and a vocabulary review at the end πŸ™‡-♂️. PDF available. Send your answers to my questions here [email protected] (1. How has LEP helped your English? 2. Do you have any tips for improving your English with LEP?)πŸ“„ Get the PDF here πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/914.-A-Midwinter-Ramble-❅-Lukes-English-Podcast.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/24/914-a-midwinter-ramble-lukes-english-podcast/πŸ’» Sign into your Acast+ account (LEP Premium) πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account⭐️ LEP Premium info πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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2:18:40
17 / 12 / 2024

913. The Snowman ⛄️ (Learn English with a Short Story)

Listen to a short story and learn some useful English vocabulary in the process. This one is called The Snowman - a mysterious winter tale about a creepy snowman which appears outside a cabin in a remote forest. Follow the story, and learn plenty of descriptive vocabulary.πŸ“„ Get the PDF (story text, vocabulary notes, vocabulary list) πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/913.-The-Snowman-⛄️-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/17/913-the-snowman-learn-english-with-a-short-storyπŸ“Ό Animated Horror Flicks on YouTube πŸ‘‰ https://www.youtube.com/@AnimatedHorrorFlicksπŸ† LEP Premium info πŸ‘‰ www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:42:22
10 / 12 / 2024

912. Bits & Bobs 3 πŸ“š Questions of English (Part 3) More Listener Comments

Part three of a series featuring collected bits - bobs for the podcast, with mini-lessons on vocabulary and grammar. Topics include listener comments on listening twice, a joke about double negatives - sarcasm, staying safe while listening to LEP in the car, the phrase -don-t be shy, give it a try,- fun facts about Paraguay, and a Quentin Tarantino eggcorn. Learn English with LEP!πŸ“„ Get the PDF πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/912.-Bits-Bobs-3-Questions-of-English-Part-3-More-Listener-Comments.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/10/912-bits-bobs-3-questions-of-english-part-3-more-listener-commentsπŸ† LEP Premium info πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:05:25
03 / 12 / 2024

911. FUNNY ENGLISH SIGNS πŸͺ§ Explained (Part 2)

(Part 2 of 2) Let-s continue where we stopped in the last episode, by going through the rest of my list of funny English signs πŸͺ§ from around the world. These signs are badly-written and have unintentionally funny double meanings. I will read out the signs, then explain what is funny and offer corrections to make the signs clearer. I will also explain vocabulary in the process. PDF available.-πŸ“„ Get the PDF here πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/911.-FUNNY-ENGLISH-SIGNS-Explained-Part-2.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/03/911-funny-english-signs-explained-part-2πŸ† LEP Premium info πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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58:41
26 / 11 / 2024

910. FUNNY ENGLISH SIGNS πŸͺ§ Explained (Part 1)

Let-s look at some funny examples of badly-worded signs from around the world (including UK - USA), which show the ambiguity and unintended consequences of unclear English. I analyse lots of signs, explaining the errors and offering improved versions, using them as teaching moments to illustrate grammatical and vocabulary points. The episode also features vocabulary explanations and corrections for the poorly written signs.πŸ“„ Get the PDF with notes and detailed vocabulary list πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/910.-FUNNY-ENGLISH-SIGNS-Explained-Part-1-Lukes-English-Podcast-teacherluke.co_.uk_.pdfπŸ”— Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/26/910-funny-english-signs-explained-part-1/πŸ‡»πŸ‡³ LEP Meetup in Vietnam, details πŸ‘‡Friday Nov 29th 7-10pm local time.Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamLittle Du Mien cafe restaurant 119D Pho Quang street, ward 9, Phu Nhuan district (it-s near the airport)Email Zdenek at [email protected] to confirm your participation! Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:14:57
19 / 11 / 2024

909. The Existential Threat of AI to Human Civilisation πŸ˜ƒ (Topic & Vocabulary)

This episode explores the important topic of AI and human civilisation, and teaches plenty of vocabulary on the subject. I analyse an interview with an AI expert and explore many words and phrases for talking about this subject. This includes discussion of the potential pros and cons of AI, how it will impact the job market, global security and economics, and what could happen if (and when) AI exceeds human intelligence. Check the episode PDF for a transcript and detailed vocabulary list.πŸ“„ Get the PDF πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/909.-The-Existential-Threat-of-AI-to-Human-Civilisation.pdfπŸ’» Episode page on my website πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/19/909-the-existential-threat-of-ai-to-human-civilisation-topic-vocabulary/ Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:56:29
12 / 11 / 2024

908. Bits & Bobs 2 πŸ“š Questions of English (Part 2) Listener Comments

Responding to comments from listeners on various episodes in the LEP archives, including how to get a TEFL certificate, linking /r/ sounds, being a fly on the wall, singular -they-, antique vs vintage, and when the verb -see- doesn-t mean -see-. PDF available. πŸ‘‰ Get the PDF https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/908.-Bits-Bobs-_-Questions-of-English-Part-2-Listener-Comments-Episode-PDF-teacherluke.co_.uk_.pdfπŸ‘‰ Episode page https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/12/11/908-bits-amp-bobs-2-questions-of-english-part-2-listener-comments/πŸ‘‰ LEP Premium info https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfo Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:08:49
05 / 11 / 2024

907. Catching a Cold / Travelling with Children / LEP Premium Sample Episode [P64]

This is a free sample of LEP Premium. The episode contains clips from my recent premium series: P64, in which I told a couple of anecdotes about catching a cold and travelling to England with my two young children. You will also hear me teaching a lot of the words, phrases and expressions that I used in my stories. The entire premium series will be available for premium subscribers this week, but here is a free sample for subscribers of the free version of my podcast. Links below for more information about my premium podcast series.Episode page πŸ‘‰ https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/11/05/907-catching-a-cold-travelling-with-children-lep-premium-sample-episode-p64/Get more information about LEP Premium πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/premiuminfoSign into your Acast+ account πŸ‘‰ https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/account Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:13:07
29 / 10 / 2024

906. The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe πŸ–€πŸ˜± (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.πŸ“„ Get the story PDF https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/906.-The-Tell-Tale-Heart-by-Edgar-Allan-Poe-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdfπŸ‘‰ Episode page https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/29/906-the-tell-tale-heart-by-edgar-allan-poe-learn-english-with-a-short-story/ Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:54:58
22 / 10 / 2024

905. 49 Random Jokes, Explained ? βœ‚οΈ (Dissecting the Frog)

Explaining a joke is like dissecting a frog. You can learn from it, but the frog dies in the process.Let me tell you 49 jokes (of varying quality). How many do you understand? I will explain all the jokes. How much vocabulary can you learn in the process?Episode page with vocabulary list etc ? https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/22/905-49-random-jokes-explained-dissecting-the-frog/ Sign up to LEP Premium on Acast+ and add the premium episodes to a podcast app on your phone. https://plus.acast.com/s/teacherluke.

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1:24:48

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