This is a listener-generated episode, meaning that the content is mostly written by listeners of this podcast. In this one I read out various comments and messages from listeners who have improved their English with the podcast. They describe the progress they’ve made and how they did it. Expect lots of success stories and plenty of advice for improving your English in 2025.
Category Archives: Advice
904. Bits & Bobs / Questions of English (Part 1)
This is the first part of a series in which I share various little things which I have collected over the years for this podcast, including questions about English, some interesting talking points and some general motivation and inspiration for your English learning journey.
Get the PDF for part 1 👇
898. How to Learn Vocabulary (and not just stare at word lists)
In April I did a Zoom workshop about how to learn vocabulary. This is the audio version of the workshop, which I recorded more recently. Learn how to notice, understand, record, remember and use new words. Don’t just stare at word lists with translations. Instead, try to find some more effective ways to expand your vocabulary.
The video of my Zoom workshop from April this year 👇
Presentation slides (PDF)
889. Job Interview Swagger (with Natasha V. Broodie)
Natasha V. Broodie returns to the podcast to talk about her new book, which is full of advice for success in job interviews. Natasha has a lot of job interview experience, and she has learned the importance of self-belief and preparation. In this conversation she talks about some experiences that led her to write the book, and gives advice on what you should do before, during and after job interviews.
Links 👇
📖 Click here to get Natasha’s book “Swaggart” on Amazon.
✨ More information about Natasha’s book, on her website here.
Luke’s stand-up comedy in Paris on 19 July. Reserve your seat here (choose 19 July)
886. Networking in English (with Rob from The Business English Podcast)
Talking with Rob from The Business English Podcast about networking in English. 🗣️ Networking is when you speak to other people, probably in a professional context, in order to build relationships, expand your social circle and make work contacts that can lead to business opportunities in the future. This is all about socialising, speaking spontaneously, active listening and being aware of cultural factors which can affect everything. Listen to the episode to hear plenty of comments, anecdotes, advice and language tips relating to networking in English in a professional context.
Listen to Part 2 👇
👉 The Business English Podcast – Networking part 2 – links here
👉 Rob’s website https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com
👉 Luke’s stand-up comedy show
Luke & Charles “Same Difference” 19 July 2024, Au Soleil de la Butte, 32 rue Muller at 8PM. More details here https://www.teacherluke.co.uk/comedy