English for Life in the UK

By Mark + Christine, Sheena, Elsa,

This podcast is for those people who want to improve their English and at the same time learn more about life in the U.K. It is aimed at intermediate level learners of English and is recorded, using e... more

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The podcast currently has 76 episodes available.

English for Life in the UK episodes:

January 25, 2021 COVID update January 2021
An update on the COVID-19 virus, what is happening across the world and in the U.K. Ideas for looking after yourself and information about the vaccine in the U.K.
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26min
January 18, 2021 The English Civil War
The causes of the Civil War in England. The war itself, events in Scotland and Ireland, Oliver Cromwell. The restoration of the monarchy and the glorious revolution.
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32min
January 11, 2021 Tudor England
A brief overview of the life of two of England’s most famous monarchs, King Henry V111 (8th) and Elizabeth I. In a bonus section we cover in more detail the second part of the Tudor period.
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36min
December 20, 2020 Christmas in the U.K.
A discussion of aspects of the history and traditions of Christmas in the U.K. and the importance of Christmas to Christians.
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32min
December 13, 2020 The Development of the English Language
History of English as a language. English in use today in the U.K. and around the world. The differences between British English and American English
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30min
December 08, 2020 Anglo-Saxons, Vikings and Normans arrive in Britain
Anglo-Saxons arrive in Britain. The two St Augustines. The Vikings. The Battle of Hastings and the Norman conquest. How the Normans changed Britain.
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25min
December 02, 2020 Early Britain and Roman Britain
The early history of Britain including Stonehenge and the Bronze and Iron ages. Roman Britain including Hadrian’s Wall and Boudicca.
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26min
November 24, 2020 The United Kingdom
An overview of the 4 countries that make up the United Kingdom. More information about each of the smaller countries Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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41min
November 16, 2020 British citizenship
Outline and discussion of the process for becoming a British citizen. Freedoms and responsibilities of citizens. The pledge and oath of allegiance to the Queen.
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27min
November 09, 2020 U.S. Presidential election
Why the US Presidential election is important to the U.K. How the US election system works. What has happened in this year’s election and the possible implications for the U.K.
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24min

FAQs about English for Life in the UK:

How many episodes does English for Life in the UK have?

The podcast currently has 76 episodes available.

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