Culture
Conversation lessons from culture, entertainment and lifestyle stories.
Who it's for
For B1 students and up: each story is told in plain English, then opened up into a discussion. By level: 17 stories at B1.
Short conversation lessons built on a recent news story. More In the News lesson plans
Skills it practises
- Speaking: discussion questionsevery lesson
- Vocabulary: a target word listevery lesson
- Reading: a text or news storyevery lesson
Lessons
- Clarkson's Cancer DiagnosisTV presenter Jeremy Clarkson reveals an aggressive but early-stage cancer diagnosis in his popular farming documentary.48 minB1Outline
- Taylor Swift's Rumoured Wedding Takes Over New YorkExplore the media circus around Taylor Swift's rumoured wedding celebrations and discuss celebrity culture, privacy, and fandom.48 minB1Outline
- Rein Me In Breaks UK Chart RecordsA duet by Sam Fender and Olivia Dean becomes the longest-running British number one single, sparking a chat about hit songs and collaborations.48 minB1Outline
- Gracie Abrams: Sharp Words, Soft SoundA music review argues that Gracie Abrams' new album has cutting lyrics but production too gentle to match them.48 minB1Outline
- Ryan Gosling Joins Marvel as Ghost RiderMarvel surprised fans at Comic-Con by revealing Ryan Gosling will play the fiery anti-hero Ghost Rider in a new 2028 film.48 minB1Outline
- What Your Beach Read Reveals About YouA psychology study suggests the books we pack for summer holidays quietly reveal our personality and hidden worries.48 minB1Outline
- Ariana Grande Steps Back From the SpotlightA look at Ariana Grande's decision to pause public appearances after years of comments about her body, and what it says about fame and privacy.48 minB1Outline
- A Star-Studded Night in LondonAmerican music superstar Jay-Z marks thirty years in music with a massive stadium concert in the UK.48 minB1Outline
- Punjabi Pop Makes History in LondonIndian superstar Diljit Dosanjh brings Punjabi music to a sold-out Wembley Stadium.48 minB1Outline
- Growing Up in the SpotlightDiscuss the pressures of public life, mental health, and supporting young people in demanding careers.48 minB1Outline
- Chasing Five DollarsDiscussing whether people should ask friends to pay back small amounts of money.48 minB1Outline
- Rock Tour Sparks Fan DebateSlipknot's decision to bring Marilyn Manson on their new world tour creates strong disagreement among fans.48 minB1Outline
- History Made at the VMAsPop stars break records and celebrate historic wins at the annual music video awards.48 minB1Outline
- A Life of Books and DramaExplore the eventful life of author Jeffrey Archer and discuss second chances, reputation, and success.48 minB1Outline
- A Public Figure in CourtA trial involving a well-known entertainer raises questions about fair reporting, privacy, and the legal process.48 minB1Outline
- Raye’s Award-Winning AlbumExplore why Raye’s ambitious album won a major music prize and how setbacks can shape creative work.48 minB1Outline
- A Surprising Celebrity Traitors FinaleRomesh Ranganathan and Sebastian Croft win the reality show after tense final choices.48 minB1Free
How to use it in a lesson
- Lessons run 48 minutes, with a timing on every stage, so you can see before you start what fits your slot.
- Start with "A Surprising Celebrity Traitors Finale", a recent story: its whole plan is on this site, stage by stage, with the target vocabulary, free to read and to teach from on any video call.
- Each story stands on its own, so pick the one your student will most want to talk about. A story makes a good warm-up or a lighter lesson.
- For a shorter slot, skip a practice stage or cut the discussion short: the stages are a guide, not a script.
Teach Culture with your student
This course is free. A free account opens every lesson in it in the interactive player and keeps your saved list. Teaching it live with your student in the Tuton classroom starts with a 7-day free trial.
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