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Oct 2024
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Bonus Episode 72 - Unusual British Hobbi...

CHARLIE BAXTER
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📝 Get FREE Episode Worksheet 🧐 Take English Level Test 👄 Improve Your Pronunciation In this episode, Charlie and Martin from Rock n Roll English dive into the world of British hobbies, debating which are typically British, odd, or just plain fun. From classic pastimes to quirky trends, they uncover the cultural quirks behind British hobbies and what makes ... Show More
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