A Really British Podcast
Learn about the life and language of the UK with your hosts Annie & Tom. This podcast explores British culture, traditions, and everyday life while helping listeners improve their English. Each episode covers topics like food, holidays, and slang, making it perfect for learners and enthusiasts of British English.
Episodes
Britain in the 90s (Britpop, Euro 96 & Cool Britannia)
Send us Fan MailThis is the last episode of Season 2 and we are going out with a banger: Britain in the 1990s. We talk about the music, films, television and sports that made this decade so special. We look into how the country earned the term 'cool Britannia' and we share our experiences of the major events like the death of Lady Diana. We are certainly not historians or experts, we sim
15 More British Words to Survive in the UK
Send us Fan MailThis week we are looking at 15 more really British words that we use every day in the UK. Learn these and you'll be a step closer to feeling at home here. Make sure you watch part 1 where we talk about 15 other British essentials. All these words are from my new boo A Really British Guide to Modern English. I'm excited to say you can now get my brand new books here: ▷📚 A
15 British Words to Survive in the UK
Send us Fan MailThe English Brits use is often very different to the English people learn in course books and English classes. So today, Annie and I have picked out 15 British words to help you survive in the UK. They are informal mostly slang words that Brits use in their everyday English and they all come be found in my new book A Really British Guide to Modern English. I'm excited to say y
What Brits Say vs What Brits Really Mean
Send us Fan MailAre Brits secretly rude? In today's podcast, Annie and Tom try to answer that question by looking at phrases Brits say and translate them for you. Our hope is that this episode will help you understand the nuance of British English and perhaps help you navigate communication in the UK a little more easily. I'm excited to say you can now get my brand new books here: ▷📚
American in the UK (Culture Shock & British Accents)
Send us Fan MailToday we have our first ever guest on the podcast as we welcome Darrell Fishbeck from @grande_americano . Darrell is a Texan living in the UK who shares his observations of British life and culture on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. In our conversation, he talks about the similarities and differences between the USA and the UK, his favourite British food and the challenges he&apos
Britain in the 1990s | We lived it
Send us Fan MailThe 1990s were a special time in Britain and today Annie & I share our childhood memories from the decade. From landlines and Nokia 3210s to Blockbuster video and making mixtapes, we cover the little things that made the 90s such a unique period of time. It's a light-hearted chat about that makes for great listening practice if you are learning English. Sorry for the video
British Rom-Coms Explained (Love Actually, Notting Hill & More)
Send us Fan MailFrom Four Weddings and a Funeral to Notting Hill and Love Actually, British rom-coms have charmed audiences around the world. In this episode, Annie and Tom trace the genre's history, count down their all-time favourites, and unpack exactly why these quintessentially British stories became such a success story. Which British rom-com is your all-time favourite? Drop your answer
10 Signs You've Accidentally Become British
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of A Really British Podcast, we're breaking down 10 unmistakable signs that Britain has quietly rewired the way you think, talk, and behave...whether you noticed it happening or not.From your sudden love of a proper cup of tea, to your new-found respect for a well-formed queue, these are the quirks that separate a tourist from someone who's genuinely gone
British Weddings Explained PART 2
Send us Fan MailThis is part two of British Weddings Explained. In this episode Annie and I talk about wedding dress shopping, the actual ceremony and the songs Brits love to dance to at the wedding reception. We'll also talk about royal weddings and the new trends celebrities are introducing to British wedding culture. If you are learning English don't forget to watch my video about t
British Weddings Explained
Send us Fan MailSeason two of our podcast begins with a look at British weddings. Annie and I talk about the traditions and customs of a really British wedding from the proposal through to saying 'I do'. There is so much to discuss so we'll have a part two coming out very soon. We'd love to know how a wedding in your country differs from one in the UK. Please share your observa
How to be British PART 2
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode of A Really British Podcast, Annie and I are back with the second part of How to be British. We discuss British people's love of dogs, saying sorry and tea amongst other things. Sorry again for the blurry video quality, it's my bad. I didn't press the right button on my camera. We filmed this with the first part hence the same mistake. As you
How to be British (5 Easy Steps)
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode of A Really British Podcast, Annie and I give you five easy steps to become British! I know I know! It's a jokey topic that you should absolutely NOT take seriously. We have some fun chatting about British people's love of queuing, the unwritten rules of British etiquette and why every tourist fails the British pub test! If you are coming to the UK
The Most Googled Questions About Britain ANSWERED
Send us Fan MailToday Annie and I answer the most Googled questions about Britain and British people. Like 'Why do Brits love drinking tea?' or 'Why do Brits drive on the left?' This is a special 'in-betweeny' episode because of Christmas and New Year but we'll be back with a regular podcast episode next week. New episodes of A Really British Podcast out every Fr
A Walk Around London | River Thames, St Paul's Cathedral & Shakespeare's Globe
Send us Fan MailToday Annie and I go for a walk along the South Bank in London. We talk about our love for the city and what it was like growing up here. We also describe what we can see from Shakespeare's Globe to St Paul's Cathedral and of course the mighty River Thames. New episodes of A Really British Podcast out every Friday! Please go and follow our main YouTube channel @AReallyBri
The Best of Britain in 2025 (A Year in Review)
Send us Fan MailToday Annie and I are reviewing the best of Britain in 2025. We choose our favourite tv shows, films, albums, books and funny moments of 2025 and review the year from a personal perspective too. We aren't experts, these are just our thoughts and opinions and we'd love to hear yours in the comments below. What were your fave films, albums, tv shows etc of the year? New epi
A British Family Christmas
Send us Fan MailToday Annie and I are talking about our family Christmas traditions. Of course, every family does it differently in the UK and we wanted to share what it was like for us on Christmas eve, Christmas day and Boxing day. We also look at the latest news and trends in the UK this week plus we answer listener questions. New episodes every FridayPlease go and follow our main YouTube chan
A Really British Christmas
Send us Fan MailAnnie and Tom invite you to join them for a really British Christmas. We'll look at the traditions that make the festive season so special. From Christmas adverts and markets to advent calendars and everything in between. If you want to know more about what a Christmas feels like in the UK, this is podcast is for you.Please leave us questions & comments for next week'
The Rhythm of a Year in the UK
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the first episode of A Really British Podcast hosted by Annie & Tom. This week, we talk about the rhythm of a year in the UK. We'll walk you through the 4 seasons and all the festivals and events that take place throughout the year. You'll learn about the food, weather and traditions we have here in the UK. So pop the kettle on, grab a cuppa and sit down fo
