British Weddings Explained A Really British Podcast 2026-08-14 | Season 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 observations in the comments. If you are learning English don't forget to watch my video about the vocabulary of British Weddings here▷youtu.be/nllGMx2KgQ0Get A Really British Podcast here:▷ Listen on Spotify - tinyurl.com/ydraecuj▷ Listen on Apple Podcasts - tinyurl.com/2kx73j22Watch the first season of A Really British Podcast here - tinyurl.com/33vwff7m
American in the UK (Culture Shock & British Accents) A Really British Podcast 2026-09-18 | Today 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's faced adapting to his new life here in England. He's a great guy and definitely someone you should follow:▷ Darrell's Instagram - @grande_americano▷ Darrell's YouTube - @grande_americano Have you faced similar challenges with culture shock and adaptation before? Drop your thoughts in the comments👇🎙️ Listen to the full episode of A Really British Podcast here:▷ Spotify - tinyurl.com/ydraecuj▷ Apple Podcasts - tinyurl.com/2kx73j22Watch the first season of A Really British Podcast here - tinyurl.com/33vwff7m00:00 Intro with Annie06:05 Peng or Pony with Darrell08:43 Growing up in Texas12:08 Meeting his British Wife18:57 Arriving to the UK22:00 Why it's so Hard! 24:01 English Hospitality28:12 Finding Community31:15 Darrell's UK Travels37:04 Adapting to British Life40:30 British Words & Accents48:27 Advice for People Moving to the UK52:32 Darrell's Influencer LifeWant to go deeper into British English, slang, and culture? Get Tom's new book 'A Really British Guide to Modern English' ▷ https://amzn.eu/d/085za3BnThanks for listening,Annie and Tom
Britain in the 1990s | We lived it A Really British Podcast 2026-09-11 | The 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/audio quality this week, we had so many tech issues but we decided something was better than nothing. What are your memories of life in the 1990s? Drop your thoughts in the comments👇🎙️ Listen to the full episode of A Really British Podcast here:▷ Spotify - tinyurl.com/ydraecuj▷ Apple Podcasts - tinyurl.com/2kx73j22Watch the first season of A Really British Podcast here - tinyurl.com/33vwff7m00:00 Intro05:06 Life in the 1990s06:40 Phones in the 1990s18:07 Music in the 1990s25:09 Photography in the 1990s29:49 Friday Night in the 1990s35:49 TV and Music in the 1990s41:21 Gaming in the 1990s44:15 Closing ThoughtsWant to go deeper into British English, slang, and culture? Grab a copy of Tom's new book: A Really British Guide to Modern English ▷ https://amzn.eu/d/085za3BnThanks for listening,Annie and Tom
The Greatest British Fight Scene Of All Time A Really British Podcast 2026-09-07 | Is this the greatest British fight scene of all time?Watch the full episode of our latest podcast all about British rom-coms.
British Rom-Coms Explained (Love Actually, Notting Hill & More) A Really British Podcast 2026-09-04 | From 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 in the comments👇🎙️ Listen to the full episode of A Really British Podcast here:▷ Spotify - tinyurl.com/ydraecuj▷ Apple Podcasts - tinyurl.com/2kx73j22Watch the first season of A Really British Podcast here - tinyurl.com/33vwff7m00:00: Intro03:29 The History of Rom-Coms04:40 Four Weddings & a Funeral 11:40 Notting Hill20:15 Bridget Jones Diary29:34 Love Actually35:10 Cultural References40:10 The UK's Favourite Rom-Coms41:53 Annie & Tom's Favourite FilmsWant to go deeper into British English, slang, and culture? Grab a copy of Tom's new book: 'A Really British Guide to Modern English' ▷ https://amzn.eu/d/085za3BnThanks for listening,Annie and Tom
10 Signs Youve Accidentally Become British A Really British Podcast 2026-08-28 | In 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 native. Some of these will make you laugh, some might surprise you and hopefully you'll finish the video with smile on your face. This is just a bit of fun and not meant to be serious in any way. Count how many of the 10 signs describe you, and drop your score in the comments👇🎙️ Listen to the full episode of A Really British Podcast here:▷ Spotify - tinyurl.com/ydraecuj▷ Apple Podcasts - tinyurl.com/2kx73j22Watch the first season of A Really British Podcast here - tinyurl.com/33vwff7m00:00: Intro03:29 The art of queuing08:47 An obsession with weather11:26 The language of Britishness13:47 Unwritten rules of British etiquette18:47 Understanding British pubs25:20 Saying sorry all the time28:40 A love of tea33:57 Self-deprecating humour37:19 A love of dogs41:00 Saying goodbyeWant to go deeper into British English, slang, and culture? Grab a copy of my book, A Really British Guide to Modern English — the full A-Z guide to sounding (and thinking) like a local: https://amzn.eu/d/085za3BnThanks for listening,Annie and Tom
British Weddings Explained PART TWO A Really British Podcast 2026-08-21 | This 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 the vocabulary of British Weddings here▷youtu.be/nllGMx2KgQ0You can also listen to A Really British Podcast here:▷ Listen on Spotify - tinyurl.com/ydraecuj▷ Listen on Apple Podcasts - tinyurl.com/2kx73j22Watch the first season of A Really British Podcast here - tinyurl.com/33vwff7mThanks for listening,Annie and Tom
What are Stag & Hen Parties in the UK? A Really British Podcast 2026-08-18 | Have you ever been on a British hen or stag party? Tell us about it in the comments below.
How to queue like a British person A Really British Podcast 2026-01-10 | Have you ever heard of the invisible British queue? In this week's episode of A Really British Podcast, Annie and I discuss what it is and why every visitor to the UK must understand it.
Coldplay Kiss-Cam | Funniest British Moment 2025 A Really British Podcast 2025-12-23 | Watch the full podcast episode on YT, Spotify and Apple podcasts.
British Christmas Dinner Debate A Really British Podcast 2025-12-12 | How do you eat your Christmas dinner? Watch the full episode of the podcast!
Who sent Britain this wonky tree? A Really British Podcast 2025-12-09 | Who sent Britain this wonky tree and why are Brits so grateful?
Great British Xmas Traditions: Pantomimes A Really British Podcast 2025-12-08 | Watch the full Christmas podcast in our second episode - A Really British Christmas
