Learn British English as well as British culture, history, news and current affairs, and much more with weekly episodes from your host Charlie on The British English Podcast! Visit the website for learning resources:thebritishenglishpodcast.com
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Your favourite vegan hippie meathead Sam Shorkey (first-ever VEGAN World Naturals bikini pro and coach to the winner of Bodybuilding.com's 2015 $200,000 12-Week Transformation Challenge) is proud to present "Jacked on the Beanstalk: The Podcast." Together with her sister Sarah, they're on a mission to not only promote and discuss the benefits of following a plant-based diet and lifestyle, but teach others how to live with purpose and without regret. To unlock and share the mysteries of a hea ...
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Just Imagine - a podcast series from Imagine Theatre, one of the biggest pantomime producers in the world. With over 200 professional pantomime productions under their belt, Imagine really are one of the global experts in the field of pantomime. We'll go behind the scenes to meet the people behind the company, listen to their stories and find out what 'they do for the rest of the year' when it isn't panto season. With our host Martin Ballard we'll find out what makes Imagine Theatre tick, an ...
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Never enough children's story content in your podcast feed? Foggy Oak Fairy Tales is a cozy short stories podcast for kids! We tell farm stories from real-life happenings on Foggy Oak Farm as well as fantasy tales to spark both learning and imagination. Put a story on at bedtime, during car rides, or any time, to transport your child somewhere new!
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Welcome to Beantown Pals, The Adventures of Bucky and Betty. Beantown Pals is the mythical place where the beans that were descendants of the famous 'Jack in the Beanstalk' beanstalk have immigrated to escape the Giant and his terror. Bucky and Betty are the two main characters. Follow them on their wild audio adventures!
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StrollerCoaster StoryTime Podcast FOR KIDS!


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StrollerCoaster StoryTime Podcast FOR KIDS!
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StrollerCoaster Presents....StrollerCoaster StoryTime - a podcast FOR KIDS! A short-form podcast created by Munchkin Inc. with a modern take on your favorite children's stories. It’s Jack and the Beanstalk, The Three Little Pigs, and many more like you’ve never heard them before: chock full of surprises, cool sound effects and unexpected twists and turns. It's a companion podcast to StrollerCoaster that’s perfect for kids! And parents too!
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Talking about all things literature and controversial,settling debates and being me! Cover art photo provided by Erol Ahmed on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@erol
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Ever get drunk and get into some weird conversations? This show is like that. This is one man’s drunken journey to get to the bottom of the fairy tales we all know and love, and to bridge the world of fantasy and reality. When you know way too much about a topic like this, what else do you do except make a podcast?
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Disney. And fairy tales. But mostly Disney. Cover art photo provided by Ben Neale on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@ben_neale
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Join The Nerd’s Domain and Passionerdly in this Actual Play Podcast each week for a one-shot from a game on our list that we keep meaning to play, but never find time for. Listen to Matt, the Thompsons, and John Quiett as they give you a small showing of what each system is like and tell a story that they’ve put together themselves.
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Little Ears Theater brings children's stories to life with a FULL cast of voice actors and 3D sound design! With new spins on old classics, Little Ears Theater is fun for the whole family. Perfect for a long drive or cutting back on screen time. Give us a listen and leave a review! Thanks for listening to Little Ears Theater! Little Ears - Big Imaginations!
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Sleep. That magical state that eludes little kids, as well as big ones. Fall asleep faster with Shakespearean actress Kaci Hamilton, as she narrates your favourite bedtime stories and fairy tales in a mellifluous Jamaican accent. That's right, mellifluous. And there's even a little pink noise in the background to help seal the deal. Because we all could use a little help with bedtime, mon!
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The British English Podcast


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Bitesize Ep 64 - Commentary on The Children's Book "Jack & The Beanstalk"
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Ready for a fun twist on an old tale? Join Charlie as he dives into "Jack and the Beanstalk," but not like you remember it. He's mixing up this classic with his own British spin and asking some big questions. Funny, smart, and just 20 minutes long—this episode's got it all. If you love a good story and some laughs, hit play. Enjoy, guys! Whether yo…
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Jacked on the Beanstalk: The Podcast


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#85: Steroid Stink and the Carnivore Diet
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Oh how I hope that none of the guys I've dated in the past listen to my podcast! Nevertheless, on this episode, we are diving into bodily smells yet again! But more specifically, why I always seem to detect this strong, pungent odour emitting from some of the steroid using, meat-loving guys I meet. I have always held this theory that it was some ki…
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Bitesize Episode 65 - Hen Parties Unveiled: Games, Locations, and a Slice of British Culture
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Join Charlie and Stacey as they dissect the modern British hen party. From Brighton's buzz to Cotswolds' calm, and the games that make it a night to remember. We cap it off with a look into "mini moons." Don't miss this lively chat. Useful Links below... 📝 Free episode worksheet 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎓 The Academy 🎁 Free resources 🎓 English co…
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Have you heard the Aesop’s fable about the boy who cried wolf? This week’s story is a retelling of that fable about the risks of raising false alarms – in this case, not knowing how you’ll actually react to something scary until it happens. New intro Support the show If you like our show, please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and share…
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Just Imagine


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Episode 61 – Behind the Scenes at the Photoshoot
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For this week’s podcast Martin joined the team at their largest photoshoot event of the year. Taking place over 4 days the August shoot brings people together from all over the United Kingdom to have their publicity photos taken and promo videos filmed. This is the final shoot of the year and is the last opportunity to gather marketing assets for t…
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Bonus Ep 47 - Agent of Two Worlds, The Mysterious Life of a British-American Spy
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Join Charlie and Tim Hyland for a dive into life at the intersection of British and American culture. From childhood holidays to dual nationality, they explore humour, identity, and a sprinkle of stereotype busting. Don't miss this unique cultural exploration Useful Links are below... 📝 Free episode worksheet 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎶 Listen to …
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Extra Ep 6 - Going back-to-school/work/life? Take a listen
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As the new academic year rolls around, I thought it would be fitting to share a teacher's perspective on this time of year through a story. While this may be more relevant to the teachers among you, I'm sure anyone can find something to enjoy in this quick one. Useful Links below... 📝 Free episode worksheet 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎓 The Academy …
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The Wild Ducklings Who Smelled Like Pancakes 🐣🦆
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Have you heard the expression “follows you around like a duckling” before? This is a story about a time when we rescued and hatched seven wild mallard duck eggs and how we learned that, like domestic ducks, wild ducklings imprint on you when they are growing up, but unlike domestic ducks, they eventually yearn for and return to nature. New intro Su…
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The pantomime version of Dick Whittington has been around since the early 1800s and is believed to be the only pantomime based on a real person. This week Eric Potts and Robert Marsden join Martin on the podcast to discuss one of their favourite titles. They discuss the delights and challenges of staging this particular panto as well as its versati…
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Bonus Ep 46 - Brummie Bound: A Deep Dive with Jess into Birmingham’s Rich History
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Join Charlie and Jess on a journey to Birmingham, England’s vibrant heartland. Explore Jess's identity as a true Brummie, the city's rich history, and its role as 'the city of a thousand trades.' Learn essential Brummie slang, from 'yampi' to 'bostin', and wrap up with a playful quiz that puts Jess's local spirit to the test. Tune in for a bostin' …
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Honorary Mermaids: The Twilight Zone 🧜♀️🧜♂️
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This week, we’re back with siblings Rowan and Rosalie as they work to complete the second of three tests to become honorary mermaids! Last time, they were in the sunlight zone of the ocean and helped to save a baby otter who was in danger. Their kindness earned them green gold speckles all over their mermaid tails and the completion of one test! Th…
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Just Imagine


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Episode 59 – MD, Composer and Arranger Daniel Jarvis
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Daniel took an unusual route to being a professional musician having first studied Sports Science at University before going on to Mountview Dan has worked with Imagine for a number of years as a Musical Arranger and Musical Director and he talks to Martin about how he came into the theatre profession, those that have influenced him, as well as mor…
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Bitesize Ep 63 - Glastonbury Unveiled: Charlie's Adventure Amid Music and Culture
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Join Charlie as he takes you on a vibrant journey through the famous Glastonbury Music Festival. From battling for tickets to discovering hidden musical gems, this episode offers a personal glimpse into the excitement, challenges, and community spirit that make the festival a unique cultural experience. Whether you're a festival veteran or a curiou…
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It is a truth universally acknowledged that a beloved place, animal, or thing is in need of a name. Or, well, if it’s not universally acknowledged at least a the practice has a long and illustrious history in both fiction and reality. This week we are talking about names, specifically the names we give to places, creatures, and things we love. New …
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Bonus Ep 45 - Brand Slogans: Exploring Their Cultural Impact | Ft. Harry
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Join Charlie and Harry on a lively, humorous journey as they navigate the captivating world of iconic brand slogans. From Carlsberg to Kit-Kats, discover how their catchy catchphrases have shaped our everyday conversations and culture. Tune in for nostalgia, silliness, and a deep dive into the intriguing realm of slogan translations.Useful Links ar…
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This week on the podcast Martin catches up with Steve Boden to learn why there is no such thing as a restful summer for the Imagine Team. With casting auditions for both adults and juniors, photoshoots, set maintenance, hires, props creation, script reads and much more going on, it is full steam ahead on panto planning during July and August. Take …
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This week, we have a story about one of the latest odd nests we’ve found around the farm– a hen who hid her nest in a secret goat feeding bucket – and the adorable chicks that recently joined us as a result. New intro Support the show If you like our show, please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and share it with others! It's the most im…
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This week we have a story about a wonderful childhood memory. A girl stumbles upon a loveliness of ladybugs – that is, a huge group of them – in the hollow of a tree and begins a love of the beautiful insects that has lasted throughout her life. Let’s learn about what makes a wonderful childhood memory, explore the loveliness of ladybugs, and delve…
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Bitesize Ep 62 - Pt. 2 of The Good, The Bad & The Ugly of Moving Back to the UK
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In this episode Charlie continues to share his thoughts on the good, bad, and ugly sides of living in the UK after returning from living abroad for almost a decade. Listen in and learn a load of British English phrases throughout.Useful Links below... 📝 Free episode worksheet 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎓 The Academy 🎁 Free resources 🎓 English cours…
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This week Martin talks to Mark Thorburn. Mark’s love of the theatre began with a pantomime at the Coventry Theatre aged 8 and he has gone on to be involved in theatrical industry in many different roles, some of which include Chief Executive of NODA, Editor of the Amateur Theatre Magazine, Artistic Director of YOG, a Coventry youth theatre group, a…
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This week we have Part 2 of "Jack and the Beanstalk"! Last time, Jack planted a magical bean that grew overnight into a colossal beanstalk! He climbed up and discovered a giant’s castle, where he rescued a long-fingered lemur known as an aye-aye. The aye-aye rewarded Jack with a bag of infinite treasure and told him that there were two more castles…
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Bonus Ep 44 - Rat Race to Pura Vida: Brits Embracing Costa Rican Pace
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In this episode, Charlie interviews Tristan, a teacher from 'The BEP Academy', who lived in Costa Rica for several years. Discover why he decided to relocate from London to Costa Rica and then, more recently, to France. You'll also gain insight into Costa Rican culture and the lifestyle Tristan experienced whilst living there. Ever heard of 'Pura V…
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Do you know the story of Jack and the beanstalk? This week’s adaptation of the classic British fairy tale involves Jack and his beanstalk, as well as a long-fingered lemur known as an aye-aye. Join us as Jack sets off on the first part of his adventure in Part 1, and join us for Part 2, which adds a basilisk and a newfoundland dog to the group! How…
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Just Imagine


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Episode 56 - Martin Ballard - The Tables Are Turned
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This week the tables are turned and it is Just Imagine podcast host Martin Ballard who is in the hot seat with Imagine MD Steve Boden taking over the role of interviewer. Martin spent many years hosting on BBC radio and his links with Imagine go back 20 years from his time as Dame at Loughborough Town Hall. Steve discusses with him how he got into …
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Meow! It's Ruth on the Roof 🐈⬛ (and our first crossover episode)!
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This week we have a crossover episode with Ishara’s Reading Podcast! Ishara is a second grader who has her own reading podcast! Each episode she selects a children’s book to read and conducts an interview with the author and illustrator. I was excited to join her to talk about my book, "Ruth on the Roof", which is about our kitten Ruth. Join us for…
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Bitesize Ep 61 - More British Prank Calls: Charlie impersonates Fonejacker
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Charlie continues to unleash his inner Fonejacker by impersonating some of the most popular characters of the show. These interactions highlight miscommunication, misunderstandings, and absurdity. With more hilarious characters to enjoy and even more culturally significant information, make sure you listen in to this one! Useful Links below... 📝 Fr…
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Just Imagine


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Episode 55 - Chris McGuigan - A Theatre Management Perspective
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This week Martin talks to Chris McGuigan from Trafalgar Theatres, which is part of the wider Trafalgar Entertainment group. Chris has had an extensive career in the theatre industry and is now Group Commercial Director for Trafalgar Theatres. Imagine and Trafalgar Theatres began working together for the 2022 season and Chris, a lifelong panto fan, …
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Bonus Ep 43 - Not Your Average Stag | Ft. Harry
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In this episode, Charlie and Harry discuss Charlie’s unconventional stag do in Spain. They reflect on their unique stag do experience and how it differed from traditional ones that British people tend to have these days. Useful Links are below... 📝 Free episode worksheet 📑 Transcripts & glossaries 🎓 The Academy 🎁 Free resources 🎓 English courses 🖥 …
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Bonus Ep 42 - The Whine Club | Ft. Stacey
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In this episode, Charlie and Stacey discuss a popular podcast people are currently talking about in the UK and then try out a segment of it called "The Weekly Whine Club". This essentially allows them to get all the frustrations they have with each other out in the open. Listen in to see if you think Charlie is a terrible partner.Useful Links are b…
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Just Imagine


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Episode 54 – All About the Junior Ensemble
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This week’s podcast is all about the Junior Ensemble. A big part of the ethos at Imagine Theatre is to give as many children as possible the opportunity to experience performing in professional productions and Martin has a variety of guests on the pod this week to talk about the experience from different perspectives. Martin speaks to Sarah O’Gleby…
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Hi friends! I wanted to pop in and share a quick teaser for Season 2! We just wrapped up Season 1 with a story about two kids who are working to become honorary mermaids! We’re going to take a quick beginning of summer break on the podcast, and then we’ll be back with Season 2. Check out this teaser for some previews of what's coming! If you have s…
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Once upon a time there was a parrot, a snail, a duck, and a wolf! They were all great friends, but the wolf really liked to play tricks on the rest of the gang. Tricks can be funny, but they can also be misleading. Find out what happens when this wolf cries "ice cream!" and ends up learning a very valuable lesson on the importance of honesty. Grab …
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Bitesize Ep 60 - Silly News That Will Make You Happy | Ft. Stephen
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In this episode, I get Stephen Devincenzi, from Send7, back on to discuss some slightly more silly news stories from around the world. So, if you’re looking for a pick-me-up and some random news to brighten your day, tune in to this episode and join me and Stephen as we celebrate the uplifting news stories that often go unnoticed. Useful Links belo…
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Honorary Mermaids: The Sunlight Zone 🧜♀️
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This week we have a story about mermaids! Rowan and Rosalie have always been drawn to the ocean, and one day their mother takes them to visit their mysterious Aunt Maj who lives in a cottage by the sea in Nova Scotia. It turns out Aunt Maj is an honorary mermaid! And…so are they – at least, if they can pass the tests of the sea talkers (another wor…
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#84: "New to Vegan Bodybuilding" Listener Questions Answered
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This episode comes to you via one of our very own podcast listeners who recently turned vegan and is never looking back! Yes, apparently our new listener Jack was just so damn inspired by our podcast that it turned him vegan! And in doing so, he actually had a lot of great questions for us that we thought we'd turn into a whole damn episode. So tod…
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Just Imagine


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Episode 53 – Focus on the Pantomime – Part 2 – Jack and the Beanstalk
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Eric Potts and Iain Lauchlan join Martin on the podcast this week to talk about Jack and the Beanstalk. This is the second of several ‘special’ podcast episodes where we work through the popular pantomime titles in turn, examining them in more depth by talking through the title’s roots, such as Jack’s origin in Cornish folklore, the background stor…
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Swoon! Fainting Goats at Foggy Oak Farm 🐐
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This week we have a story about bringing fainting goats to Foggy Oak Farm! A couple of springs ago we brought home three fainting goats – a mom and her two babies. We learned that while they DO faint when they are startled or excited, it doesn’t stop them from running things. Let’s learn about these interesting ungulates, and how they went from the…
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