How Great is Britain

How Great is Britain
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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!

  1. 10 Things We Love About Life in the UK

    2d ago

    10 Things We Love About Life in the UK

    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

    26 min
  2. We Prepared for the UK Heatwave... Just Not Everything Else

    Jun 29

    We Prepared for the UK Heatwave... Just Not Everything Else

    In this episode, we reflect on what it was like experiencing a record-setting heat wave (our second since moving to England) and how it revealed some larger truths about ourselves—and what it really takes to build a new life abroad.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:When Stourhead first opened in the 1740s, a magazine described it as ‘a living work of art’. The world-famous landscape garden has at its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees, and offers a day of fresh air and discovery.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 #UKSummer #uklife #UKHeatwave #americaninuk #movingtouk #lifeintheuk #culturaldifferences #expatlife #livingintheuk #ukculture #britishhumour

    18 min
  3. 5 Surprising Ways England Changed Us

    Jun 23

    5 Surprising Ways England Changed Us

    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

    27 min
  4. What Football Reveals About People in the UK - Even Non-Supporters

    Jun 15

    What Football Reveals About People in the UK - Even Non-Supporters

    Whether you’re a lifelong supporter or have never watched a match, this episode is about something much bigger than football itself. We explore why British football feels different, and what it reveals about the people in the UK - even non-supporters. From family traditions and local pride to national identity, we discover how the sport has become woven into British culture. Along the way, we compare it to American college football, uncover a personal connection to Manchester City’s history, discuss the growing influence of the Lionesses, and reveal where our loyalties lie when it comes to the World Cup.Turn on notifications, subscribe for more cultural breakdowns, and drop your thoughts in the comments below! We are so glad youre here ☺️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 celebrate 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 alanajordan https://pixabay.com/music/cartoons-lemonade-stand-329815/

    26 min
  5. Why the UK Encourages "BAD" Stereotypes

    Jun 8

    Why the UK Encourages "BAD" Stereotypes

    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.In this episode, we explore five common stereotypes about the UK - where they came from, what they get wrong, and the surprising truths that might be hiding behind them.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:Set in the heart of Wiltshire, Great Chalfield Manor (a National Trust site) is a charming medieval manor surrounded by beautiful gardens and a flourishing wildflower meadow. Bursting with colour in summer, the meadow attracts wildlife and offers a peaceful contrast to the historic estate, creating a quintessentially English countryside experience.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 #BritishStereotypes #movingtotheuk #lifeintheuk #culturaldifferences #UKStereotypes #expatlife #livingintheuk #ukculture #britishhumour #howgreatisbritain #england #AmericanInBritain

    22 min
  6. 5 Things the Heatwave Revealed About British People

    Jun 3

    5 Things the Heatwave Revealed About British People

    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.In this episode, we're sharing 5 things we learned about British people during the recent heat wave; and why experiencing those high temperatures feels so different from anything we've known before, and we moved from FLORIDA!Get your own HGiB Mug!https://howgreatisbritain.com📄 Download our US → UK relocation checklist:https://howgreatisbritain.com/resources 🛍️ Products that help us: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/#britishculture #UKSummer #uklife #UKHeatwave #americaninuk #movingtouk #lifeintheuk #culturaldifferences #expatlife #livingintheuk #ukculture #britishhumour #howgreatisbritain #CultureShock

    28 min
  7. 5 Things That Driving in the UK Reveals About British Life

    May 18

    5 Things That Driving in the UK Reveals About British Life

    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.In this episode, we uncover the deeper philosophy behind British driving culture. This episode goes far beyond cars — it’s really about understanding modern British culture, social behaviour, and the quiet systems that shape everyday life in the UK.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 📄 Download our US → UK relocation checklist:How Great Is Britain Resources🛍️ Products that helped:https://howgreatisbritain.com/recomme...🌍 Website:www.HowGreatisBritain.com📱 Follow us:Instagram: @howgreatisbritain.gbTikTok: @howgreatisbritainEnd Music - "Lemonade Stand" by alanajordanhttps://pixabay.com/music/cartoons-le...Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.Traffic sign images and Highway Code materials are Crown copyright and reproduced with permission from GOV.UK and the UK Highway Code.#britishculture #uklife #americaninuk #drivinginbritain #ukdrivingtest #britishdriving #movingtouk #lifeintheuk #culturaldifferences #britishroads #expatlife #livingintheuk #ukculture #britishhumour #howgreatisbritain

    23 min
  8. 5 Accidental Lessons My British Wife Taught Me About the UK

    May 11

    5 Accidental Lessons My British Wife Taught Me About the UK

    As 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. In this episode, Brett reflects on 5 British habits Gemma held onto after more than 20 years living in America—and how those small habits turned into big lessons for Brett once we arrived in the UK.📄 Download our US → UK relocation checklist:www.HowGreatIsBritain.com/resources🛍️ Products that helped:https://howgreatisbritain.com/recommended🌍 Website:www.HowGreatIsBritain.com📱 Follow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/howgreatisbritain.gbTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@howgreatisbritain#britishculture #uklife #americaninuk #livingintheuk #culturaldifferences #britishhabits #expatlife #lifeintheuk #britishhumour #ukculture #howgreatisbritain

    26 min
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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!

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  • Creator
    How Great is Britain
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Clean
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