The British English Podcast

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 really lurks in the murky depths of Loch Ness.

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 interests. Download - ⁠How to use idioms in IELTS FREE ebook/audiobook⁠ Learn about Charlie's ⁠IELTS Speaking Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 English.

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.

In this episode, Charlie focuses on how to talk about travel in British English to improve your general fluency but more specifically your IELTS speaking score in part 3 of the speaking exam. Download - How to use idioms in IELTS FREE ebook/audiobook Learn about Charlie's IELTS Speaking Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gives you a one-man show exploring and explaining British humour for non-natives to better understand the language and the people. Useful Links below...

In this episode, Charlie focuses on how to talk about a childhood memory of yours in British English to improve your general fluency but more specifically your IELTS speaking score. Download - How to use idioms in IELTS FREE ebook/audiobook Learn about Charlie's IELTS Speaking Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Academy waiting list today at thebritishenglishpodcast.com/academy. Welcome to a brand-new type of episode where we dive into the exciting learning moments happening inside The Academy! This week, we're revisiting a phrase from Season 3, Episode 8 with Luke from Luke's English Podcast: “swings and roundabouts.” We explore how Luke used it to describe generational differences, the pros and cons of progress, and how this phrase is often used to sum up a balanced perspective. You'll also learn how to use it naturally in everyday English. Plus, we shine the spotlight on Academy member Gosia, whose incredible homework dialogue perfectly used the expressions “feel like a fish out of water” and “it's hard to put my finger on it.” Her example shows just how to bring advanced vocabulary into real-life situations.