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

Luke Thompson
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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. teacherluke.co.uk

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An epic rambling episode packed with British humour, listener emails, anecdotes, English teaching, thoughts about AI, parenting, podcasting, language learning, YouTube comments, animals listening to LEP, British communication styles, and much more. more

In this episode of Luke’s English Podcast, I chat with my 8-year-old daughter as we answer a series of absurd questions, including funny Would You Rather...? questions, imaginative What if...?questions, food questions, science questions, superpowers,... more

[988] In this episode of Luke’s English Podcast, Luke and James discuss artificial intelligence, ChatGPT, the AI bubble, generative AI, AGI, automation, job displacement, tech startups, Silicon Valley culture, deep fakes, AI hallucinations, cryptocur... more

[987] British English listening practice at a natural speed with surprising facts and lots of humour. Pod-pals Amber & Paul join me for an outlandish and outrageous "true or false" quiz 📝. Can Amber and Paul decide if these facts are true, or just t... more

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John Stevenson
Haiku poet and editor, leading figure in English-language haiku
Haiku community, Heron's Nest, Haiku Society of America
Episode: English Language Haiku Master John Stevenson ✍️ (Interview) [983]
Charlie Baxter
Host of The British English Podcast
The British English Podcast
Episode: Room 101🚪with Charlie Baxter 🇬🇧 Funny British English Listening Practice [980]
Lucy Earl
English with Lucy (mentioned as subject of discussion)
English with Lucy
Episode: Room 101🚪with Charlie Baxter 🇬🇧 Funny British English Listening Practice [980]
Rick Thompson
Father of the host, former civil engineer turned advertising copywriter and BBC journalist
Former BBC foreign news editor; advertising industry veteran
Episode: My Dad talks about his life [978]
Fabio Cerpelloni
Italian writer, writing teacher, ghostwriter, creator of educational content related to writing, and author of 'Tiny Book Author'.
fabioserpelloni.com
Episode: How to write well in English ✍️ (with Fabio Cerpelloni) [975]
Ivan Doan
Multilingual actor from Ukraine with a Vietnamese heritage
Episode: Identity, Mindset, Accents & Learning English with Multilingual Actor Ivan Doan [972]
Emma Jakobi
English teacher and content creator for learners of English, founder of MmmEnglish and Hey Lady.
MmmEnglish, Hey Lady
Episode: Emma from MmmEnglish and Hey Lady! [961]
Eli Burnstein
Writer from Canada and author of Dictionary of Fine Distinctions
Profile Books
Episode: Fine Distinctions & Subtle Shades of Meaning 📖 (with Eli Burnstein) [960]
James Thompson
Luke's brother and frequent guest on the podcast
Episode: Thompson Originals 💿 (A Chat with My Brother) [956]

Host

Luke Thompson
Primary host of the show, focused on learning British English through discussions, storytelling, and language teaching.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 13.7k ratings
  • Great to ear !

    Thank you for this podcast. It’s so nice to ear how English language can be fluid and easy to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    julwest75
    France18 days ago
  • Strongly recommended

    Definitely one of the best English learning podcasts !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SiE2
    Austriaa month ago
  • 爱来自中国

    ❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crhl76
    China2 months ago
  • Super!

    Love your voice, your topics! And, and, your audio quality is super good, clearly, easy to listen, to understand ! Please just keep doing this, let the whole world hear your beautiful voice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    小D的真粉
    Japan2 months ago
  • The best podcast for English learners in general

    If you want to learn general English for everyday life, you must listen to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ruslan Bekmansurov
    Sweden3 months ago

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Listeners praise the accessible teaching style and clear pronunciation guidance.
The show's warmth and humor are repeatedly highlighted by fans across languages.
Many enjoy the mix of short stories, language lessons, and literary discussions.

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Paranormal Experiences 👻📘 with Anna Brooke [984]
Q: What inspired the character of Monsieur Framboise and the ghostly themes in Death by Chocolate?
Anna explains that the character drew inspiration from real paranormal experiences in her Paris apartment, including activity around a hat that seemed to be connected to a ghost of a man. The idea of a ghost who loves chocolate and is bound to a location, as well as the mystery of a murder, helped shape the story's premise.
10 Questions about Food 🍲 with Martin [985]
Q: What is your go-to meal to impress guests?
Luke jokes about Deliveroo and suggests comfort-food options that are reliable rather than flashy; the discussion centers on practical, comforting dishes rather than showy cooking.
10 Questions about Food 🍲 with Martin [985]
Q: Who prepares the food in your house?
Luke describes a typical arrangement where he handles breakfasts and most weekday meals, while his wife often takes on dinners at weekends; there's a playful tone about sharing culinary duties.
English Language Haiku Master John Stevenson ✍️ (Interview) [983]
Q: What is the primary distinction between haiku and senryu as discussed by John Stevenson?
Stevenson explains that haiku traditionally centers on nature and seasonality with subtle, context-rich imagery, while senryu focuses more on human nature and social observation, often with a wry or satirical tone.
Room 101🚪with Charlie Baxter 🇬🇧 Funny British English Listening Practice [980]
Q: What would you like to banish first in Room 101?
The first banished item is opaque toilet roll dispensers, because not knowing how much paper is left creates practical and embarrassing anxieties, so removing them makes public facilities more user-friendly.

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What is Luke's ENGLISH Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical English learning and cultural conversation, blending language teaching with relaxed, personal storytelling. Episodes cover a mix of English usage tips, vocabulary-building games, short fiction readings, and interviews or chats about-haiku poetry, writing, and lifestyle topics. A recurring strength is the host's approachable teaching style paired with varied formats—from short-story lessons and language-focused analyses to reflective interviews with guests that bring in literary, creative, and everyday-life perspectives. Notable is the consistent emphasis on natural-sounding British English, clear explanations, and a warm, humorous tone that appeals to self-moters who enjoy language in context and informal lear... more

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4. Rick Thompson
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7. Emma Jakobi
8. Eli Burnstein

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