How Great is Britain

Falling in Love with the UK! What happens when you press reset in your 40s? You find magic! Welcome to How Great Is Britain, the podcast celebrating the joy, beauty, and unique lifestyle of the UK.Join Gemma and Brett, a British-American couple with two girls and two dogs, as we share our love for our new/old home. We celebrate the everyday moments and experiences of life in the UK to discover How Great is Britain.Expect:• British Charm: Hidden gems & traditions.• Family Adventures: Making memories.• Fresh Starts: Joyful mid-life chapters.Hit Follow & join our transatlantic family!

How Great is Britain is a society podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts How Great is Britain, a society show with 48 episodes published.

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  Episode #48

  The UK Driving Test Taught Us Something Unexpected

  Aug 3, 202616 minS3

  In this episode, we take a break from manoeuvres and roundabouts to discuss our upcoming UK driving licence practical tests, and how it differs from the theory test. We share tips and tricks that we've picked up along the way, talk about what the test reveals about UK society, and the values and expectations behind British driving (hint: it's not about being perfect).Whether you’re an American moving to Britain, preparing for the UK driving test, relocating abroad, or simply fascinated by British culture, join us as we share some surprising discoveries about what it means to actually, not theoretically , live in the UK As featured on BBC Points West, we’re a British-American couple sharing our experience of leaving the USA and moving to the UK with our two little girls and two rescue pups while celebrating everyday British life. Download our US → UK relocation checklist:How Great Is Britain Resources️ Products that helped:https://howgreatisbritain.com/recommended Website:www.HowGreatisBritain.com Follow us:Instagram: @howgreatisbritain.gbTikTok: @howgreatisbritainEditing and Cool Animations - Dave Weisser (www.youtube.com/@daveweisser) End Music - "Lemonade Stand" by alanajordanhttps://pixabay.com/music/cartoons-lemonade-stand-329815/ 0:00 – Our Practical Driving Tests Are Days Away1:06 – How Long Can You Drive in the UK on a US License?2:10 – Is a UK Driving Instructor Worth the Cost?3:05 – Essential Tips for the Practical Test3:56 – Practicing Manoeuvres at Night (Mini Adventures)4:54 – Major Differences: UK vs. US Driving Tests7:10 – The Truth About American Drivers in Britain9:00 – Which Manoeuvres Are Actually on the Test?11:06 – 30 Seconds of Practical Practice11:46 – The Secret to Passing: Just Relax12:45 – Lessons Learned: What Happens if We Fail?#britishculture #uklife #americaninuk #drivinginbritain #ukdrivingtest #britishdriving #movingtouk #lifeintheuk #culturaldifferences #britishroads #expatlife #livingintheuk #ukculture #britishhumour #howgreatisbritain

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  Episode #47

  Back to School: UK vs US

  Jul 27, 202629 minS4

  In this episode, we've been reflecting on some of the biggest differences between schools in the UK and the US. From uniforms and school supplies to class sets, these are three ways British schools differ from the American education system—and how our different childhood experiences shaped the conversation. As featured on BBC Points West, we’re a British-American couple sharing our experience of leaving the USA and moving to the UK with our two little girls and two rescue pups while celebrating everyday British life.Get your own HGiB Mug! ☕ www.HowGreatisBritain.com Download our US → UK relocation checklist:https://howgreatisbritain.com/resources️ Products that helped:https://howgreatisbritain.com/recommended Website:www.HowGreatisBritain.com Follow us:Instagram: @howgreatisbritain.gbTikTok: @howgreatisbritainEditing and Cool Animations - Dave Weisser (www.youtube.com/@daveweisser) End Music - "Lemonade Stand" by alanajordanhttps://pixabay.com/music/cartoons-lemonade-stand-329815/0:00 Intro0:23 Thank You & Channel Update2:19 UK Preschool Graduation vs US3:26 UK Summer Caravan Holiday & Heatwave4:20 Starting Primary School in England5:53 UK vs US School Uniforms14:36 UK vs US School Supplies19:39 How UK Schools Support Students26:05 AP Classes vs the UK School System27:34 UK Driving Test Update & Outro#HowGreatIsBritain #PrimarySchool #BritishSchools #UKvsUSA #LifeInEngland #MovingToEngland #BritishCulture #AmericanInEngland #ExpatLife #SchoolUniform #UKEducation #FamilyVlog #LifeInBritain

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  5 More Unwritten Rules in the UK No One Tells You

  Jul 13, 202625 min

  In this episode, we took a stroll around the beautiful village of Steeple Ashton while we highlight 5 MORE unwritten rules in the UK no one tells you (but that you should definitely know before coming here). We also fall across a tiny prison!!! Make sure to check out Part 1 next: https://youtu.be/AsfSoghvdAQ?si=gR_Pu3YnIdl315SbAs featured on BBC Points West, we’re a British-American couple sharing our experience of moving to the UK with our two little girls and two rescue pups and celebrating everyday British life. Get your own HGiB Mug! ☕ www.HowGreatisBritain.com📄 Download our FREE US → UK PDF Moving Guidehttps://howgreatisbritain.com/resources🛍️ Products that helped:https://howgreatisbritain.com/recommended🌍 Website:www.HowGreatisBritain.com📱 Follow us:Instagram: @howgreatisbritain.gbTikTok: @howgreatisbritain0:00 Intro1:01 A Pub's Invisible Queueing System5:07 Buying a Round: UK Pub Etiquette9:29 Why Brits Always Talk About the Weather13:22 Free UK Moving Guide14:00 Why Brits Say Please & Thank You So Much18:44 Why Brits Don't Say What They Really Mean23:50 Final ThoughtsEditing and Cool Animations - Dave Weisser (www.youtube.com/@daveweisser) End Music - "Lemonade Stand" by alanajordanhttps://pixabay.com/music/cartoons-lemonade-stand-329815/ #uklife #britishculture #americaninuk #unspokenrules #culturaldifferences #livingintheuk #expatlife #britishhumour #ukculture #howgreatisbritain

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  Episode #45

  10 Things We Love About Life in the UK

  Jul 6, 202626 minS3

  The first year of an international move is challenging, but we have found a few everyday things that make it a bit easier to manage. In this episode we are looking at ten things about England and the UK that we currently love. As featured on BBC Points West, we’re a British-American couple sharing our experience of leaving the USA and moving to the UK with our two little girls and two rescue pups while celebrating everyday British life. Get your own HGiB Mug! ☕ www.HowGreatisBritain.com📄 Download our US → UK relocation checklist:https://howgreatisbritain.com/resources🛍️ Products that helped:https://howgreatisbritain.com/recommended🌍 Website:www.HowGreatisBritain.com📱 Follow us:Instagram: @howgreatisbritain.gbTikTok: @howgreatisbritainIntro and Title Card Sequences - Dave Weisser (www.youtube.com/@daveweisser) End Music - "Lemonade Stand" by alanajordanhttps://pixabay.com/music/cartoons-lemonade-stand-329815/0:00 - We Didn't Expect This...1:27 – Parents in the UK Have This and It's Brilliant4:15 – We Didn't Realise Britain Loved Dogs This Much6:31 – The Unexpected Perk of Raising Kids in the UK9:42 – This Everyday UK Habit Changed Our Routine12:06 – Why We Stopped Driving So Much (UK Public Transport)14:29 – The Best £100 We've Spent Since Moving18:14 – The Truth About British Weather20:43 – Our Biggest NHS Surprise21:21 – The Small UK Differences That Add Up23:27 – Why Life Feels Simpler Here#britishculture #uklife #americaninuk #movingtouk #lifeintheuk #culturaldifferences #expatlife #livingintheuk #ukculture #britishhumour #howgreatisbritain #CultureShock #NHS #Parenting #England #NationalTrust #EnglishHeritage

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  Episode #43

  5 Surprising Ways England Changed Us

  Jun 23, 202627 minS3

  In this episode, we answer a question from a viewer about what has surprised Gemma since moving back to England after more than 20 years away. Stay tuned for the end, though, where Brett reveals the one thing he has struggled with since leaving America!As featured on BBC Points West, we’re a British-American couple sharing our experience of leaving the USA and moving to the UK with our two little girls and two rescue pups while celebrating everyday British life. Get your own HGiB Mug! ☕ www.HowGreatisBritain.com📄 Download our US → UK relocation checklist:https://howgreatisbritain.com/resources🛍️ Products that helped:https://howgreatisbritain.com/recommended🌍 Website:www.HowGreatisBritain.com📱 Follow us:Instagram: @howgreatisbritain.gbTikTok: @howgreatisbritainLocation:Tucked away in the heart of Holt, The Courts Garden is one of those places that feels like you’ve stumbled upon a secret - beautifully landscaped grounds, colourful borders, and plenty of hidden corners to explore. Join us as we wander through this charming National Trust gem and discover why it’s become one of our favourite spots in the Wiltshire countryside.Intro and Title Card Sequences - Dave Weisser (www.youtube.com/@daveweisser) End Music - "Lemonade Stand" by alanajordanhttps://pixabay.com/music/cartoons-lemonade-stand-329815/#britishculture #uklife #americaninuk #movingtouk #lifeintheuk #culturaldifferences #expatlife #livingintheuk #ukculture #britishhumour #howgreatisbritain #CultureShock #NHS #Parenting #England

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