BritSpeakPod

This podcast is a bit different. I am going to tell you about my life and the journey I am on and share with you the lessons that I have learned along the way related to living in a new country and dealing with the language barrier. There is also some news about the future of BritSpeak and this podcast! About the Host: Hi, I'm Dan, your host and the founder of BritSpeak. As an online British Engli...

How To Improve Your English Speaking Skills In this episode, I talk about practical strategies to help you improve your English speaking skills. Whether you're facing challenges with pronunciation, vocabulary, or confidence, this episode offers actionable tips to help you communicate more effectively. Perfect for advanced English learners looking to enhance their speaking abilities and feel more c...

The Ten Stages of British Anger In this episode of the BritSpeakPod, we're looking at the weird British ways of expressing anger. From mild annoyance to absolute fury, we'll explore the ten stages of British anger and the specific slang terms used to describe each level. Discover how understanding these nuances can help you navigate conversations with British locals more effectively and avoid...

Why You Should Learn British Slang. In this episode of the BritSpeakPod, we are talking all about British slang and its crucial role in effective communication with native speakers. Discover why understanding and using British slang can improve your connection with locals, improve your listening skills, and help you integrate seamlessly into British culture. We address common fears about using sla...

Today I want to talk about my accent and dialect because they are special to me... but it is also pretty weird. I brought along a special guest who is also from Yorkshire to talk all about our Yorkshire accent! Welcome to Episode 048 of the BritSpeakPod. In this episode, we talk about: - Things that are unique to the Yorkshire accent - Some things that we love and hate about our accent - How to le...

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a conversation. You don’t really know what to say next to keep the conversation moving and you can feel that awkward silence creeping up on you. It’s terrifying, isn’t it. Don’t worry though, I will show you how you can solve all of these problems with [checks notes ] tennis?!? Welcome to Episode 047 of the BritSpeakPod. In this episode, I talk about: - Why co...

It’s way too easy to get stuck in your comfort zone in life. The simple truth is that if you want to improve your English skills, you need to get out of your comfort zone and this is why! Welcome to Episode 046 of the BritSpeakPod. In this episode, I talk about: - Why we love our comfort zone even when it hurts us - How progress is made when you feel discomfort - Some tips for getting out of your...

Putting yourself out there when you use your English is pretty scary sometimes. Sometimes, we are terrified about what other people think about our English abilities. The fear of speaking English can really hold you back! Today I am going to share some tips with you to help you overcome your fear of speaking English and learning not to worry about being judged or criticised by other people. In thi...

Making friends and building your social circle can be difficult when you are surrounded by native English speakers. Here are some ways you can connect with new people when living in the UK. In this episode, I talk about: why getting out of your comfort zone is vital the online platforms you need to know about Why you shouldn’t be ignoring small talk Using your interests to meet like minded people...

If you want to make new friends and build better relationships with native speakers, it all starts with small talk. Most people think this is boring or embarrassing, but you couldn’t be further from the truth! In this episode, I talk about: Why small talk can be incredibly powerful Ways that you can make small talk less stressful How Brits approach small talk and how you should too Download “8 sma...

Everyone gets worried about accidentally doing things that will make the people around them angry. Today I will help you avoid this problem by telling you the 5 things you should never do in the UK In this Episode I talk about: How much British people enjoy queueing Keeping the noise down in public Why talking about yourself can be annoying How important manners are for Brits Why you shouldn't act...

Everyone gets worried about accidentally doing things that will make the people around them angry. Today I will help you avoid this problem by telling you the 5 things you should never do in the UK In this Episode I talk about: How much British people enjoy queueing Keeping the noise down in public Why talking about yourself can be annoying How important manners are for Brits Why you shouldn't act...

Lots of English learners ask me if it is OK to use idioms at work or in their business communication. Let's talk about it. In this episode I talk about: The use of idioms in business situations The most commonly used business idioms How and when you should use them The importance of knowing how formal each idiom is Check out the full show notes here: ⁠ https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode040 G...

Living in the UK can be pretty confusing sometimes. You know, you're in a new place surrounded by a bunch of new people with their own weird culture and it's easy to feel lost. So today we're going to talk about UK culture shocks and how you can survive them. In this episode I talk about: Why British people are obsessed with the weather What British food is really like Where British politeness goe...

English learners tend to learn idioms and expressions from their teachers and textbooks. The only problem is that most of them are really old fashioned and native speakers never use them. Today I will show you some expressions British people actually use! Check out the new podcast: https://www.britspeak.co/proper-british-expressions Check out the full show notes here: ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/pod...

The road to becoming a confident communicator in British English can be tricky. Sometimes you get a bit lost along the way and it can feel like you have stopped making progress. If this has happened to you, don't worry! I am here to help you get back on track! In this episode, I talk about: Why you stop making progress The things you are doing wrong What you should change to start improving again...

Today I am going to show you 5 different slang expressions that are used in the UK to say that something is good. We have loads of different ways to express this because it is really boring just to use the word “good” over and over again. We like to express ourselves in more interesting ways, you know? Get my British Slang Guide here: https://www.britspeak.co/british-slang-guide Check out the full...

Speaking with confidence is something we all want to achieve but sometimes it feels like you are never going to get there. Today, I’m going to show you the secrets to building your speaking confidence. Check out the full show notes here: https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode035 Get the full transcript for this (and every other) episode here: https://www.patreon.com/britspeakpod Got a question?...

British English has loads of weird expressions but what are my personal favourites? Find out in this episode! Download my British slang guide: https://www.britspeak.co/british-slang-guide Check out the full show notes here: https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode034 Get the full transcript for this (and every other) episode here: https://www.patreon.com/britspeakpod Got a question? Ask me here an...

Living in a different country can teach you a lot about life. So today I want to talk about some stuff that I learned while living abroad. Check out the full show notes here: https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode033 Get the full transcript for this (and every other) episode here: https://www.patreon.com/britspeakpod Got a question? Ask me here and I might use it in a future podcast episode: htt...

Miriam, from Spain, asked me how to learn English without visiting an English speaking country Ask a question and maybe it will be used in a future episode: https://www.britspeak.co/askbritspeak Check out the full show notes here: https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode032 Get the full transcript for this (and every other) episode here: https://www.patreon.com/britspeakpod --- Send in a voice mes...

I got sick last week, so here are some expressions British people like to use when they don’t feel well. Check out the full show notes here: https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode031 Get the full transcript for this (and every other) episode here: https://www.patreon.com/britspeakpod Got a question? Ask me here and I might use it in a future podcast episode: https://www.britspeak.co/askbritspeak...

British people love crisps, but what is the best flavour? I asked Ash to join me so we can finally work out the answer! Follow Ash - https://www.instagram.com/ash_britishenglish/ Check out the full show notes here: https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode030 Get the full transcript for this (and every other) episode here: https://www.patreon.com/britspeakpod Got a question? Ask me here and I might...

British people love talking about the weather, but how do we talk about it when it is cold? Check out the full show notes here: https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode029 Get the full transcript for this (and every other) episode here: https://www.patreon.com/britspeakpod Ask me a question and maybe I will use it in a future episode: ⁠https://britspeak.co/askbritspeak --- Send in a voice message:...

“Should I use subtitles when watching TV or Movies in English?” That is the question for today’s episode. Ask me a question and maybe I will use it in a future episode: https://britspeak.co/askbritspeak Check out the full show notes here: https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode028 Get the full transcript for this (and every other) episode here: https://www.patreon.com/britspeakpod --- Send in a v...