Word on the Street


	Word on the Street Word on the Street is an exciting new English Language teaching programme co-produced by the BBC and the British Council. Word on the Street looks at how English works in everyday life and presents lively aspects of young British culture. Each half hour episode is filmed in a different place in the UK and features drama, interviews and reports to help you improve your English language skills.

Word on the Street

Word on the Street is an exciting new English Language teaching programme co-produced by the BBC and the British Council.

Word on the Street looks at how English works in everyday life and presents lively aspects of young British culture. Each half hour episode is filmed in a different place in the UK and features drama, interviews and reports to help you improve your English language skills.

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	Bestival Mon, 06 Jun 11 Ashlie and Stephen travel to the Isle of Wight, a small island off the south coast of England, to attend the famous music festival. Carmen visits the National Motor Museum to find out about classic British cars and modern eco-friendly cars.
	Big Meal Mon, 30 May 11 It's Ashlie's birthday and Stephen has promised to cook a Chinese meal for Ashlie and some friends. The brother and sister visit a restaurant in Chinatown looking for some special tips for cooking Chinese food. Carmen visits Borough market to taste some food from all over the world.
	Loch Ness Tue, 17 May 11 Loch Ness is famous all round the world and Stephen wants to try and see the monster. Ashlie thinks there is no monster and is looking forward to learning more about Scotland. Nick looks at the four nations that make up the United Kingdom.
	Night Out Mon, 16 May 11 In this episode, Ashlie and Stephen are determined to have a good night out. Carmen visits a pub and talks to some people there to find out why British people like pubs so much.
	Blackpool Mon, 09 May 11 Stephen and Ashlie travel to Blackpool, the jewel of the North-West. They have fun at the Pleasure Beach and then visit the ballroom at the bottom of the Blackpool Tower. Nick finds out what Blackpool has to offer people in search of traditional and modern seaside entertainment.

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	Loch Ness Tue, 17 May 11 Loch Ness is famous all round the world and Stephen wants to try and see the monster. Ashlie thinks there is no monster and is looking forward to learning more about Scotland. Nick looks at the four nations that make up the United Kingdom.
	Night Out Mon, 16 May 11 In this episode, Ashlie and Stephen are determined to have a good night out. Carmen visits a pub and talks to some people there to find out why British people like pubs so much.
	Northern Ireland Wed, 13 Jun 12 Ashlie and Stephen are off to Northern Ireland, the smallest part of the United Kingdom. They visit the famous Giant's Causeway, learn to surf and chase ghosts in some of Northern Ireland's romantic ruined castles. Meanwhile, Amandeep finds out a little more about the recent history of this area - and meets the young artists who are changing Belfast's look.
	Notting Hill Mon, 18 Apr 11 Stephen and Ashlie visit Notting Hill in London, to take part in the carnival. The Notting Hill Carnival is a multicultural festival celebrated over two days in August. The carnival is organised and led by Caribbean immigrants who settled in the area in the 1950s.
	Oxford Mon, 25 Apr 11 In this episode, Ashlie and Stephen visit the ancient city of Oxford. While Ashlie takes an exam, Stephen takes some time to get to know a bit about the city and what there is to do there. Nick meets some students and finds out about life at university in Oxford and London.

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	Shakespeare Wed, 06 Jun 12 Stephen, Ashlie and Rob are back! In this episode Stephen has a new job; he's playing Shakespeare. Ashlie learns more about the greatest English playwright, while Stephen tries to find out what his part is. Amandeep visits London’s TheatreLand to go behind the scenes at a famous musical.
	Northern Ireland Wed, 13 Jun 12 Ashlie and Stephen are off to Northern Ireland, the smallest part of the United Kingdom. They visit the famous Giant's Causeway, learn to surf and chase ghosts in some of Northern Ireland's romantic ruined castles. Meanwhile, Amandeep finds out a little more about the recent history of this area - and meets the young artists who are changing Belfast's look.
	Animals Wed, 20 Jun 12 This time, it's Ashlie's chance for fame. She goes to interview for an acting job, but someone else steals the show! Ashlie's dog, Poppy, goes to the beautician and Stephen finds out how to give a dog a makeover. It's not just dogs that need love; Joe goes to a London animal shelter to meet some more unusual animals.
	Hallowe'en Wed, 27 Jun 12 It's autumn in England, and for Ashlie and Stephen that means Hallowe'en! They're holding a fancy dress party for their friends, so first they have to choose their costumes. But will Stephen's magic tricks really be treats? Meanwhile, Joe finds out about another autumn celebration in the UK - and sees some amazing fireworks!
	Paris Wed, 04 Jul 12 For the first time, Word on the Street leaves the UK as Stephen and Ashlie jump on the train to Paris. Stephen is working hard on his French, but will he be able to communicate when they arrive? Amandeep tries to work out whether Britain is in Europe or not. She gets some interesting answers from people in England and France.

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Hallowe'en Scene 1
Hallowe'en Scene 1 Language Focus
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Hallowe'en Scene 2 Language Focus
Heritage Tourism
Homes of the Future
Indoor Sports Scene 1
Indoor Sports Scene 1 Language Focus
Indoor Sports Scene 2
Indoor Sports Scene 2 Language Focus
Loch Ness Scene 1
Loch Ness Scene 1 - Language Focus
Loch Ness Scene 2
Loch Ness Scene 2 - Language Focus
London’s TheatreLand
Multicultural Britain
Night Out Scene 1
Night Out Scene 1 - Language Focus
Night Out Scene 2
Night Out Scene 2 - Language Focus