282. Should Vaping be Banned? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
The United Kingdom has announced plans to ban certain types of e-cigarette and restrict the sale of other vaping products.…
What is the Royal Family’s Real Name? And Other Famous Name Changes! (Bonus Episode)
Did you know that the British Royal Family changed their name 100 years ago? The House of Windsor only began…
278. The History of Fish and Chips! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Fish and chips is the most iconic, and one of the most popular, dishes from the United Kingdom. Today, let…
Tom’s Day in London
Tom’s back in the UK (for a short break) and shares some of his photos of London and his hometown!
2024: The Year of Elections! (Bonus Episode)
Next year, there is a good chance that you will be voting in an election. Some of the most economically…
Remember, Remember, the 5th of November: A Story of Gunpowder, Religious Terrorism, and a Plot to Overthrow the English Government! (Bonus Episode)
Today I’d like to take an in depth look at the Gunpowder plot. Let’s discuss the background to the plot,…
A Guide to British Food (That I Found in Japan) (Bonus Episode)
Discover the surprising history and delightful flavours of British cuisine as I explore authentic dishes found in Japan's British Hills.
256. Leaving the UK? The Future of the Orkney Islands! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Headlines were made in British newspapers last month when the Orkney islands announced they were going to explore the possibility…
Conversation Club: Royalty
Discussion questions, vocabulary, and model answers for the Thinking in English Conversation Club! The Thinking in English Conversation Club takes…