One British Man

We're living in uncertain times and we need eachother. In part one of this episode, I explore the quiet disconnection many of us are experiencing -  from ourselves, from each other, and from the ground beneath our feet. Using the metaphor of a lighthouse, we look at what it means to feel anchored in uncertain times, and why perhaps the solution isn’t fixing the entire world but building small...

Visit patreon.com/OneBritishMan⁠⁠ to improve your English further with this episode by joining the One British Tea Room zoom lesson every Sunday at 7pm (Central European Time) - Get your membership today and learn to speak like a native. Here's what you get when you sign up; 4x weekly zoom lessons to expand your native English expressions Learning material before and after Access to the Teleg...

Improve your English further with this episode by joining the One British Tea Room zoom lesson every Sunday - expand your English with a native English teacher - visit patreon.com/OneBritishMan⁠⁠ and get your membership today. Here's what you get when you sign up; 4x Weekly zoom lessons to expand your native English expressions Learning material before and after Access to the Telegram discuss...

Improve your English further with this episode by joining the One British Tea Room zoom lesson every Sunday - expand your English with a native English teacher - visit patreon.com/OneBritishMan⁠⁠ and get your membership today. Here's what you get when you sign up; 4x Weekly zoom lessons Learning material before and after Access to the Telegram discussion group 10% Discount off private lessons...

Learn more with this episode with full access - join the One British Tea Room zoom lesson every Sunday to improve your English live, with a native English teacher patreon.com/OneBritishMan⁠⁠ In the One British Tea Room we use the latest episode and answer everyday questions related to the topic, to help you push your English to the next level. You can speak, write or just relax, and I'll prov...

Join the live Sunday zoom lesson to learn even more English from this episode with a native English teacher at ⁠⁠patreon.com/OneBritishMan⁠⁠ Every Sunday, I host the One British Tea Room where we use the latest episode with everyday questions and answers to help you push your English to the next level.  You get; - Weekly zoom lessons - Learning material before and after - Invite to the Telegram di...

Want to join the live weekly zoom lessons to learn even more British English with a native English teacher? Head to : ⁠patreon.com/OneBritishMan⁠ Every Sunday, I host the One British Tea Room where we use the latest episode with everyday questions and answers to help you push your English to the next level.  You get; - Weekly zoom lessons - Learning material before and after - Invite to the Telegr...

Join the live Sunday zoom lesson to learn even more English from this episode with a native English teacher? Head to : ⁠⁠patreon.com/OneBritishMan⁠⁠ Every Sunday, I host the One British Tea Room where we use the latest episode with everyday questions and answers to help you push your English to the next level.  You get; - Weekly zoom lessons - Learning material before and after - Invite to the Tel...

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Feeling overwhelmed by being online all the time? Me too, and it's time to make a change. I'm on a journey of self-growth, as I try to improve my behaviours and attitudes related to productivity, motivation and distraction. To do this, I'm stepping outside and transforming my garden into a self sufficient homestead without any prior skills and experience - wish me luck! Part 1 - The...

Gabby Petito's dream road trip adventure was cut short by a tragic crime that caused shockwaves worldwide – we'll explore why this story grabbed the headlines, and how this terrible murder could have been prevented.  Part 1 - The Story (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (12:00) Today's words: set off to mar to downplay more than one bargained for something fishy going on to intervene nee...

I've found my home for life in Finland – it's a beautiful country with wonderful people. However, it can take some time to integrate, and the first few years can be really tough – especially with 4 hours of daylight and minus 30 degrees temperatures. Part 1 - The Story (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (9:15) Today's words: doddle decent damp damp squib  give/offer one's two cent w...

Going to the dentist was a daunting experience as a child but it's not much fun as an adult either - it used to hurt my gums, now it hurts my wallet. Let's learn some new English, in the natural way. Part 1 - The Story (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (8:20) Today's words: eerie sorry-looking glued to bland bloody spit wrap your head around gnashers grime daylight robbery ENGLISH LEARN...

Social media can offer so much to so many, but it's not all positive. Is it possible to positively engage in social media activity without falling victim to procrastination, distraction and the darker side of its power? Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (6:45) In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday...

It was one of the most stressful car journeys of my life, and it was all avoidable - if only I'd checked the travel documents. Lesson Learned. Today's English Words: stunning (adj) cheesy (adj) to dump (verb) hysterical (adj) put on a brave face (idiom) suck it in (expression) with one's tail between one's legs (idiom) ENGLISH LEARNERS You can book one to one English conversati...

Some events are hard to forget. Here's a short story of how I battled against a raging ocean, and thankfully lived to tell the tale. An exciting surf trip which almost ended in disaster. Today's English Words: stone's throw (idiom) I'll give you that (expression) hit and miss (idiom) not for the faint-hearted (expression) tuck away (phrasal verb) crammed (adjective) to bob (ver...

We all tell a little white lie every now and then - let's discuss why and how to tell these harmless fibs, and whether it's sometimes best to tell the truth. In part two, we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation. Today's English Words: jump down one's throat (idiom) own up (phrasal verb) clip roun...

We need to start talking about death. It's a subject and a phase that is often avoided in conversation, but it's one that is every bit as important as life itself - it gives life its value. In this episode, we'll discuss the the options available during childbirth and the end of life process which could help us approach these events with a more openminded,  conscious and colourful m...

The value and importance of multiculturalism, inclusion and support networks is something that should be considered in every activity. How you choose to integrate these things into your community is a personal preference. I chose football management and a team called FC Kuffen in a beautiful country called Finland. Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (11:00) In part two we talk a...

Everyone loves Christmas don't they? Let's look at the most popular seasonal holiday from a different perspective and discuss consumerism, Christmas villains and those people who may not be having such a good time underneath the bright lights, fake smiles and festive cheers. Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (14:10) In part two we talk about the language used in the e...

The World Cup has stirred up a lot of controversial discussions, from breaching human rights to discrimination of the LGBQ community, and Fifa corruption. We're not talking about any of this...this is simply about football, the game we love. Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (19:15) In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the follo...

An innocent child or a criminal mastermind? Learning the rights and wrongs of society's rules can be difficult for adults, but children, they have to learn the hard way. Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (9:20) In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation. Today's words: To roam...

Our Queen has fallen, it's the end of an era, and change is upon us.  How does the death of Queen Elizabeth affect the general public? What's  next for Great Britain? Also, you'll hear from my good friend Julie and how she feels about this historic event. Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (12:00) In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and lear...

Dealing with big life changes can be difficult, but change will come – it always does. Does our natural world, the environment and our surroundings impact how well we are able to cope with such transitions? If in doubt, just blame climate change for all your problems! Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (12:30) In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn...

Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at The Oscars. Does anyone really care? What is this fake, meaningless celebrity world and does this latest drama prove that it's just too much for people to handle? Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00) Part 2 - Learn English (11:15) In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation. T...