The Level Up English Podcast (Natural British English) #367 I Have a Big Confession to Make
Mar 11, 2026
A read-through of r/Confessions stories about awkward lies, petty crimes and ethical dilemmas. Advice on honesty, boundaries and safer alternatives is offered alongside useful English structures. Personal admissions and quirky pet peeves add a candid, conversational tone.
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End Small Lies Early With A Truthful Story
- Be honest quickly because the longer a lie continues the worse it becomes.
- Michael Lavers suggests retelling the story focusing on the awkwardness so friends might forgive you rather than thinking you lied maliciously.
Man Replaced Road Sign To Make Shortcut Legal
- A commuter illegally turned right daily, then bought a replacement road sign and swapped it at night to legally allow the turn for over a decade.
- The poster worried about punishment but enjoyed the shortcut and saved on repeated fines.
Choose Legal Workarounds Instead Of Breaking Rules
- Consider legal alternatives before breaking rules, such as leaving earlier or taking the official route.
- Michael recommends enjoying the outcome if it's too late, but says it's worth considering small legal changes first.