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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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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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E6: Guests: Arianna, Pharmacy Tech student, and Jamaal Willis-, Instructor
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Arianna, a student in the Pharmacy Tech program at the ACE Center, and her instructor, Jamaal Willis, discuss career opportunities in the retail pharmacy field. Many students, including Arianna, are already working and have promising futures ahead.
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Bitesize Ep 100 - Blown Away: British Bloke vs. Aussie Cyclone
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 👄 Improve Your Pronunciation Charlie shares his story of getting caught in a big cyclone while visiting Australia. He talks about preparing for the storm, losing power, and how Australians reacted. Join Charlie for this wild adventure, full of useful British English phrases. 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 The Academy 📧 FR…
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Test Your Level of English 👄 Improve Your Pronunciation Learn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie gives you a one-man show exploring and explaining the cultural behaviours in and around British Pubs. Useful Links below... 🎓 Sample of The Academy 🎓 Sample of The Premium Podcast 📝 Free …
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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E5: Guests: Jake Duffee, A career in the auto body industry has a bright future for interested young people.
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In this episode, we talk with Jake Duffee, General Manager at the Caliber Collision in Glen Allen. Caliber is listed in the country's top 20 body shop companies and has many locations all over the Richmond area. Jake talks to us about the industry and how they set the standard when it comes to hiring and training their employees. Careers in the aut…
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Bonus Ep 78 - What a Canadian Really Thinks About Spanish People
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🧐 Test Your Level of English 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie chats with Bree, host of Into the Story, about her move from Canada to Spain, dodging visa troubles and embracing Catalan traditions—like a Christmas log that ‘poops’ presents! They explore Spanish quirks, from laid-back sobremesas to the art of being fashionably late, with plenty of…
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IELTS Ep 2 - Talking about travel in British English
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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/ad…
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Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Jeremy Davis, Michelle Crittenden, Janese Owens, Season 7, Episode 4
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In this episode, we were at the Career Mega Sale where students and adults were able to meet with area businesses who are highly motivated to hire for many different positions with their companies. Hundreds showed up looking to fill available positions. We spoke with Jeremy Davis with Miller Electric, Michelle Crittenden with Bon Secours Health Sys…
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Bitesize Ep 99 - Peter Rabbit Reimagined: A British Classic with a Modern Twist
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👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie retells The Tale of Peter Rabbit with a fresh twist—richer language, playful narration, and British charm. Expect mischievous rabbits, high-stakes vegetable theft, and plenty of advanced English to soak up! 🐰🇬🇧 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 The Academy 📧 FREE Email Lessons 👋 Instagram…
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👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie and Tim take a trip down memory lane to Tim’s teenage years as a touring band singer. From dodgy tour buses to wild gigs and schoolwork on the road, expect laughs, backstage mishaps, and a glimpse into the rockstar dream—British style! 📑 Transcripts & Glossaries 🎓 The Academy 📧 FREE …
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Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Kristi Smith, Jessica Behmke, Kelly Schips, Season 7, Episode 3
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With career opportunities plentiful in construction, the Richmond chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is paving the way for more women to enter the industry in a variety of roles. In this episode, Kristi Smith, Jessica Behmke, and Kelly Schips share their stories of entering the construction field and what our commu…
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👄 Improve Your Pronunciation 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... 🎓 Sample of The Academy 🎓 Sample of The Premium Podcast 📝 Free episode worksheet…
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Bitesize Ep 98 - The Unsolved Mystery of Bedford Town Ft. Harry
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet Charlie and Harry bring you a bizarre mystery from Bedford. When Harry returns home to find his walking boot soaked in an unidentifiable liquid, the investigation begins. Was it a leak, a kitten, or something more suspicious? With quirky suspects, twists, and laughs, you decide—cast your vote in this interactive episode…
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Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Beverly Cocke, Mike Chaney, Jake Duffee, Brandon, and Mia, Season 7, Episode 2
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In this episode, we are at this year's Career Rodeo and we talk with organizers, businesses, and students about why they think the Career Rodeo is important for our students and businesses.
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Bonus Episode 77: A British Brother & Sister Take A Trip Down Memory Lane
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your Pronunciation Join Charlie and his sister Holly as they take a hilarious trip down memory lane, sharing childhood stories, family quirks, and quintessentially British moments. Packed with nostalgia and cultural tidbits, this episode is a heartwarming dive into the past. 🎁 Get FRE…
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IELTS Ep 1 - Talking about your childhood in British English
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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…
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Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Fahryka Bray, Andy Given, Marquis Jackson, Season 7, Episode1
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In our latest episode, we have a couple of great guests that are talking about a marketing/ entrepreneurship competition, Make It Your Business and our Business Management, Technology and Marketing programs at the ACE Centers and middle and high schools. The competition is a Shark Tank type of competition, and we had middle school students from all…
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