Luke Thompson
Award-winning English teacher and podcaster who hosts Luke's English Podcast, guiding listeners through language lessons and cultural topics while reading and discussing haiku in this episode.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 34min
AEE 2140: The Subtle Differences Between American and British English with Luke's English Podcast
In a lively discussion, Luke Thompson, an English teacher and stand-up comedian, dives into the quirks of American and British English. He highlights how responses to 'how are you?' differ, showcasing the irony often found in British replies versus the optimistic American style. The pair discuss pronunciation differences and the hilarious misunderstandings that arise from vocabulary variations like 'restroom' and 'loo'. Cultural insights abound, revealing how language not only conveys meaning but also reflects deeper values in communication.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 58min
The Art of Making People Laugh: with Luke Thompson from Luke's English Podcast
Luke Thompson, creator of Luke's English Podcast, discusses the art of making people laugh. Topics include getting into stand-up comedy, coming up with funny ideas, testing material, dealing with a non-laughing audience, the boundaries of jokes, remembering what to say on stage, improvised vs scripted content, and recycling jokes. They also touch on performing comedy in France vs the UK and the role of opposites in understanding serious subjects.
Mar 16, 2026 • 32min
Bonus Ep 88 - British Complaints with Luke from Luke’s English Podcast | Real British English
Luke Thompson, experienced ESL podcaster and creator of Luke's English Podcast, joins for a light, funny Room 101-style chat. He vents about mosquitoes and buzzing nights. He rants about protective plastic film left on new items. They also chat about British comedy, Alan Partridge, and how a proper office changed his work-life rhythm.
