Luke's English Podcast
Hosted by Luke's English
A long-running podcast for English learners, blending language lessons with unscripted rambles on British culture by a DELTA-qualified teacher.
An award-winning audio resource for intermediate to advanced English learners, presented as a mix of solo-hosted rambles and long-form interviews. Episodes often exceed an hour, providing immersive listening practice that mirrors natural conversation. The host frequently dissects vocabulary, idioms, and cultural nuances as they arise, blending structured teaching with spontaneous, entertaining tangents.
“Its longevity, having started in 2009, gives it a massive back-catalog. The host's signature 'ramble' format, combining personal stories, comedy, and detailed language analysis, creates a uniquely authentic and engaging learning experience that feels more like listening to a friend than a teacher.”
Who hosts this show
Luke Thompson is a DELTA-qualified English teacher from London with over 20 years of experience. He started Luke's English Podcast in 2009 to provide learners with authentic listening practice. Thompson, who is also a stand-up comedian, combines his teaching skills with humor to create engaging and educational content. He has taught English in Japan and France, and currently resides in Paris.
Credentials & credits
- DELTA (Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults) from UCL
- CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)
- BA Hons degree in Media and Cultural Studies from Liverpool John Moores University
- Over 25 years of English teaching experience
- Stand-up comedian
- Former teacher at The London School of English and the British Council
Other ventures
- LEP Premium (subscription for premium episodes and materials)
- Stand-up comedy performances in the UK, Paris, Berlin, and Japan
- Two-man comedy show with Paul Taylor
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- uk
When new episodes drop
- 01How to talk about HEATWAVES like a (sweaty) British man 🥵 [995]Jun 26, 2026 · 1h 47m
- 02London Accents & Study Tips with Patricio Languages 🗣️🇬🇧 [994]Jun 22, 2026 · 1h 30m
- 03Music, Marketing & Memories with Jez Booker 🥁 [993]Jun 15, 2026 · 2h 03m
- 04I travelled alone in Vietnam 🇻🇳 Here's what happened [992]Jun 8, 2026 · 3h 07m
- 05[BONUS] FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 PREVIEW MEGARAMBLE ⚽Jun 4, 2026 · 1h 50m
- 06Coffee, Cats & Conversation 🇹🇼 Kate Billington’s 900-Day Streak in Taiwan [991]Jun 1, 2026 · 1h 41m
Notable episodes
- 01How to talk about HEATWAVES like a (sweaty) British man 🥵
A classic solo 'ramble' episode where the host uses a current event to explore vocabulary, British cultural quirks, and humorous tangents, including a David Attenborough impression.
- 02London Accents & Study Tips with Patricio Languages 🗣️🇬🇧
Showcases the interview format with a relevant expert, diving deep into a core topic for the podcast (English accents) while also covering language learning strategies.
- 03Music, Marketing & Memories with Jez Booker 🥁
An example of the 'conversation with a friend' format, offering listeners natural, slang-filled dialogue and a nostalgic look at the host's past.
- 04I travelled alone in Vietnam 🇻🇳 Here's what happened
A unique format where the host reads and reflects on a personal travel diary from years ago, providing a highly personal and reflective listening experience.
What you'll be asked on this show
The host, Luke Thompson, employs a friendly, rambling solo style, often improvising and going on humorous tangents. When interviewing, he favors long, natural conversations with friends or fellow content creators. He frequently interrupts the flow to directly address the listener, explaining a specific word, phrase, or cultural point before resuming the conversation.
Questions Luke's English keeps coming back to
- “What do you think those accents are?”
- “Why do you think people are interested in that video?”
- “Do you think there's a point in the language learning journey where you should focus on an accent?”
- “Subtitles or no subtitles for you?”
- “How is it that we ended up reconnecting with each other after not seeing each other for over 20 years?”
- “Which university did you go to and what did you study?”
- “What was it like in Japan? How long did you stay there?”
Signature segments
- · Long, unscripted solo 'rambles'
- · The descending 'goodbye, bye, bye, bye, bye' outro
- · Explaining vocabulary and cultural context in short interruptions
- · Introductory and outro music jingles
- · Impressions of famous figures like David Attenborough
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically old friends of the host, or fellow YouTubers and experts in the language-learning field. This ensures conversations are natural and unscripted, providing genuine listening practice rather than a formal interview.
- Patricioon London Accents & Study Tips with Patricio Languages 🗣️🇬🇧
- Jez Bookeron Music, Marketing & Memories with Jez Booker 🥁
- Kate Billingtonon Coffee, Cats & Conversation 🇹🇼 Kate Billington’s 900-Day Streak in Taiwan
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast appears to be primarily supported by its listener community through a premium subscription service (LEP Premium) which offers ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and PDF transcripts. No traditional third-party sponsors were mentioned in the evidence provided.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What is the host's full name and background?
- The host is Luke Thompson, a DELTA-qualified English teacher from London with over 25 years of experience who is also a stand-up comedian.
- Is Luke's English Podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast has been running since 2009 and continues to release new episodes on a weekly basis.
- What is the format of the show?
- The show features a mix of long, solo-hosted 'rambles' on various topics and in-depth, conversational interviews with guests like old friends or language experts.
- Who is this podcast for?
- It's designed for intermediate to advanced English learners who want to improve their listening skills with natural, unscripted British English and learn about UK culture.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- You can find Luke's English Podcast on its official website (teacherluke.co.uk), YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
- Are there transcripts available?
- Yes, transcripts and PDF notes are available for many episodes, often accessible through the podcast's website. Premium subscribers get access to more detailed materials.
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Sources & how this page was built
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- [01]Luke's ENGLISH Podcast | Learn British English with Luke Thompsonteacherluke.co.uk
- [02]LUKE | Luke's ENGLISH Podcastteacherluke.co.uk
- [03]Luke Thompson Stand-Up Comedy / How BBC News reporters speakyoutube.com
- [04]Luke Thompson on reaching 1 mln subscribers on Youtube - Elena Mutononoelenamutonono.com
- [05]Luke's English Podcast | The Level Up English Podcast #114youtube.com
- [06]ALL EPISODES | Luke's ENGLISH Podcastteacherluke.wordpress.com
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