6 Minute English

1. Foods that go crunch

Do you like the crunch of biting into a fresh apple? What about the crunch of biting into a roasted insect? Georgie and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/25022SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters TRY LEARNING ENGLISH FROM THE NEWS: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/featur

May 22,2025 06:15

2. Which cooking oil is the best?

Which cooking oil do you tend to use in the kitchen? Are some really more healthy than others, or is it just a way for companies to make you buy more expensive products? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/25015SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersTRY LEARNING ENGLISH FROM T

May 15,2025 06:50

3. Should animals be kept in zoos?

How do you feel about zoos? Some think they are important for education and scientific research; others think they are cruel. Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/250508 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc

May 08,2025 06:34

4. Can cows prevent wildfires?

How are cows helping to prevent wildfires in Spain? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/250501SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus

May 01,2025 06:33

5. How climate change affects animal migration

Climate change can affect the way animals migrate, but did you know that some animal migration could be used to fight climate change? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/250424 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://ww

Apr 24,2025 06:34

6. Can AI solve crime?

Could artificial intelligence be used to solve a murder? Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/250417SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts inc

Apr 17,2025 06:59

7. Learning multiple languages

Is learning languages good for you? Hannah from the What in the World podcast joins us to discuss.Listen to Hannah’s podcast What in the World https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct67x6 TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/250410 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.

Apr 10,2025 06:59

8. Are we getting more allergic to things?

Do you know anyone who has 50+ allergies? Neil and Beth discuss allergies and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/250403The Pronunciation Lounge: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_pronunciation_loungeSUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️

Apr 03,2025 06:31

9. Can we boost the immune system?

Can ginger shots, turmeric and cold water swimming boost your immune system? Georgie and Neil hear from experts and teach you some vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250327 The Pronunciation Lounge: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_pronunciation_lounge SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEA

Mar 27,2025 06:43

10. Healthy meals on a budget

Is eating healthily always expensive? Pippa and Georgie discuss this and teach you some vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250320The Pronunciation Lounge:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_pronunciation_loungeSUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://

Mar 20,2025 06:18

11. Should we eat less rice?

Demand for rice is increasing, but is it possible to grow it in a more eco-friendly way? Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250313 Check out The Pronunciation Lounge: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_pronunciation_lounge SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ ht

Mar 13,2025 06:13

12. The country that measures happiness

Bhutan: The country that measures happiness. Hear all about it and learn some vocabulary with Neil and Pippa. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250306 Check out The Pronunciation Lounge: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_pronunciation_lounge SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Vi

Mar 06,2025 06:13

13. A vaccine for cancer

There's been a breakthrough in cancer research! Hear all about it and learn some vocabulary with Neil and Beth. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250227Check out The Pronunciation Lounge:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_pronunciation_loungeSUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit

Feb 27,2025 06:31

14. Young women on social media

How do women in different countries experience the online world?Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250220SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other

Feb 20,2025 06:37

15. Rage bait: How online anger makes money

How do people make money from rage bait? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250213SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/fol

Feb 13,2025 06:40

16. Why smells make us feel at home

How can smells make you feel at home?Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250206SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts includin

Feb 06,2025 06:40

17. Becoming a musician

Learn about life as a musician from some people around the UK.Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250130 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our

Jan 30,2025 06:51

18. How the world learned to love fast food

How did fast food spread around the world?Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250123 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podca

Jan 23,2025 06:40

19. Which country has the best schools?

How do you compare education systems? Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250116 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts

Jan 16,2025 06:33

20. Eating 50-year-old stew

Would you eat a stew that's been in a pot for 50 years? Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250109SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popula

Jan 09,2025 06:33

21. Are you drinking enough water?

How much water do you drink every day? Is it enough?Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250102SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular po

Jan 02,2025 06:36

22. Embarrassed to go to the doctor?

What are the consequences of medical embarrassment?Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241226 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popu

Dec 26,2024 06:34

23. Call centres: Are you talking to AI?

Could AI make call centre queues less painful?Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241219SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts

Dec 19,2024 06:13

24. Making 'mum friends'

Is making new ‘mum friends’ the positive experience it’s often described as?Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241205SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some

Dec 12,2024 06:33

25. Can you trust ancestry DNA kits?

Are DNA ancestry tests a reliable way to trace your ancestry? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. (Image: Getty)Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241205 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️

Dec 05,2024 06:33

26. How babies learn to talk

What do babies need to learn to do to be able to talk?TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241128SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other

Nov 28,2024 06:14

27. The secrets to a healthy old age

How can we stay healthy in old age? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241121SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/f

Nov 21,2024 06:58

28. The bond between sisters

A relationship between sisters can be one of the closest there is. Neil and Georgie tune in to a BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour special about sisterhood and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241114SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ h

Nov 14,2024 06:31

29. Having acne

Acne affects people of all ages, but especially teenagers. Neil and Beth listen to a skin doctor talking about the condition and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241107SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/

Nov 07,2024 06:34

30. Why you need a good night's sleep

Why is it so important to get a good night's sleep? TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241031SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other

Oct 31,2024 06:14

31. Divorce: Why does it happen?

How is divorce talked about in different countries? Georgie and Phil teach you some new vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241024 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learning

Oct 24,2024 06:49

32. Tech that refuses to die

Technology is always changing! Or is it...? Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241017SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningengli

Oct 17,2024 06:32

33. Did Taylor Swift fans cause an earthquake?

Could 73,000 Taylor Swift fans cause an earthquake? Phil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241010FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts includ

Oct 10,2024 06:45

34. What decides our taste?

What makes us like the flavours we like? Phil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-241003 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus \LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podca

Oct 03,2024 06:40

35. Learning a new food culture

If you moved to a different country, how would you cope with new kinds of food? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.How can farmers water their crops when they live in the driest place on Earth? Neil and Beth teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240926FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit ou

Sep 26,2024 06:14

36. Saving water in the driest place on Earth

How can farmers water their crops when they live in the driest place on Earth? Neil and Beth teach you some useful vocabulary. TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240919 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our

Sep 19,2024 06:42

37. Keeping kids off smartphones

Can you stop a child having a phone if all their friends have one? Neil and Beth teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240912FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular po

Sep 12,2024 06:41

38. Less salt, better health

Are we all eating too much salt? Neil and Georgie teach you some useful vocabulary. TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-2400905 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Lear

Sep 10,2024 06:41

39. Meet a real Willy Wonka

Mmm, delicious. Hear a real-life chocolate maker talking about her job! Neil and Beth teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240829FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular p

Aug 29,2024 06:12

40. Why we love dumplings

Every country seems to have its own version of dumplings! Neil and Beth discuss.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240822FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️ Learning English

Aug 22,2024 06:10

41. Kids and climate change

What are young people's thoughts on climate change?TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240815FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️ Learning English for Work✔️ Learning English

Aug 15,2024 06:57

42. Birthday cakes

How have birthday cakes changed over the years?TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240808 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Learning English for Work ✔️ Learning Engl

Aug 08,2024 06:49

43. The science of falling in love

What's really happening in our brain when we fall in love?TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240801FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️ Learning English for Work✔️ Learning Engl

Aug 01,2024 06:14

44. Why read books, not screens?

Why is it better to read from a book than a screen? Phil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240725FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular po

Jul 25,2024 06:14

45. AI to reduce animal testing

Could AI reduce the need for animal testing? Phil and Georgie teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240718FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️ Lear

Jul 18,2024 06:13

46. The school that puts the kids in charge

What happens when you put the kids in charge of the school? Phil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240704FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other po

Jul 11,2024 06:14

47. What can we learn from toddlers?

You might think that we teach toddlers, but they can teach us as well! Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240704FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our

Jul 04,2024 06:13

48. How learning to read changes lives

How can literacy change people's lives? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240627FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts includin

Jun 27,2024 06:13

49. Building a better world with wood?

Did you know that being in nature, and building with wood, has benefits for our physical and mental health? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240620FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/f

Jun 20,2024 06:13

50. How names can tell painful stories

Can names be attached to painful histories? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com [Image: Getty]TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240613 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https:

Jun 13,2024 06:13

51. Too old to have a baby?

Men and women are having babies later in life. Why? And what does society think of older parents? TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240530FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️ L

Jun 06,2024 06:19

52. E-rickshaws driving away pollution

Are electric rickshaws the solution to urban air pollution? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240606FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popul

May 30,2024 06:14

53. How bubble tea got its bubbles

How did bubble tea get its bubbles? How was this drink invented? Neil and Beth chat about this. TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240523FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Learning E

May 23,2024 06:13

54. Can you keep a secret?

Are secrets always negative? Or can they be positive too? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com [Image: Getty Images]TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240516 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow

May 16,2024 06:13

55. Bitter food, better health?

Could bitter foods be better for your health?(Image: Getty Images)Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240509FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Office English ✔️ News Review ✔

May 09,2024 06:14

56. Talking at the table

A lot can happen at the dinner table, and not just eating! Beth and Neil discuss chatting at meal times and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240502FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODC

May 02,2024 06:10

57. Eating for two

Mums-to-be often feel guilty about the food they crave in pregnancy. Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240425FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE

Apr 25,2024 06:13

58. Dancing for the brain

Not a dancer? You might change your mind once you hear the benefits! Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPT  Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:  https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/6-minute-english_2023/ep-240418 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:  Visit our website  ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish  Follow us  ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PO

Apr 18,2024 06:13

59. Nudges: The secrets of persuasion

Are nudges good or bad? Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240411.FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ News Review

Apr 11,2024 06:11

60. Why sitting is bad for health

TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240404FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️ News Review✔️ The English We SpeakThey're all available by searching in your podcast app.

Apr 04,2024 06:13

61. Why everyone loves the underdog

TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240328 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️ News Review ✔️ The English We Speak They're all available by searching in your podcast

Mar 28,2024 06:13

62. Disability in music and theatre

The UK's Equality Act of 2010 guaranteed the rights of disabled people to equal access to education, employment, and services, including music, theatre and the arts. Despite this, it's still difficult for disabled musicians and music fans to perform and see live music. Neil and Georgie introduce you to some ways people are trying to change this, while teaching you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your En

Mar 21,2024 05:57

63. What makes a great library?

What makes a library a library? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240314.FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️Learn

Mar 14,2024 06:14

64. Sewing to fight period poverty

TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240307FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some of our other popular podcasts including:✔️6 Minute English✔️News Review✔️The English We SpeakThey're all available by searching in your podcast

Mar 07,2024 06:13

65. Plastic waste eaten by enzymes

Plastics can be difficult to recycle, could a recently discovered enzyme help? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2024/ep-240229FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglishFollow us✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS?Try some

Feb 29,2024 06:13

66. Feed your brain

Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you learn English at bbclearningenglish.com

Feb 22,2024 06:11

67. Food for new mums

What do mothers eat after giving birth? Does it depend on which country you are from?

Feb 15,2024 06:22

68. Fighting loneliness with soup

Neil and Beth discuss a project in the Netherlands for helping lonely people.

Feb 08,2024 06:37

69. What is the future of work?

Should we be worried about our jobs disappearing? Or is the future positive?

Feb 01,2024 06:31

70. How the language of menus matters

Could french menu terms be going out of fashion?

Jan 25,2024 06:13

71. The psychology of greed

Is it ever OK to be greedy?

Jan 18,2024 06:13

72. Addicted to sugar

How has sugar become such an important part of our diets? Neil and Georgie discuss.

Jan 11,2024 06:14

73. Our love of pets

Why do we keep, and love, pets? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach new vocabulary.

Jan 04,2024 06:07

74. Sexism: Female farmers fighting back

Female farmers in many countries face sexism. Some are finding ways to be fairly treated.

Dec 28,2023 06:13

75. Learning lessons from the Moon

Summer 2023 saw two missions to the Moon. Why are scientists so keen to get there?

Dec 21,2023 06:14

76. Could we live without plastic?

Is it time to start living without plastic? Beth and Neil discuss this.

Dec 14,2023 06:14

77. Invasive species: Why don't we eat them?

Invasive species are causing problems for nature around the world, so why not eat them?

Dec 07,2023 06:13

78. What and where is Little Italy?

How did Italian food become famous throughout the world? Find out with Neil and Georgie

Nov 30,2023 06:14

79. Social media and teenage health

What are the risks of social media to teenage health and what can be done about them?

Nov 23,2023 06:09

80. Mystery flying objects

What exactly did navy pilots see in 2004? The US investigates these UFOs now, in 2023.

Nov 16,2023 06:13

81. Elephant-proof farming

What happens when an elephant wants to eat your crops? How can you stop it?

Nov 14,2023 06:13

82. Should we farm octopus?

Is it OK to eat animals that can feel emotion? Learn vocabulary on this topic.

Nov 02,2023 06:13

83. Ways to live for 100 years

More and more people are living to 100, but what is the secret of a long life?

Oct 26,2023 06:13

84. How green is your money?

Should climate change make us think where to invest our money? Learn useful vocabulary.

Oct 19,2023 06:12

85. Mushrooms: Medicine or myth?

Today the medicinal mushroom industry is big business. But are there actually benefits?

Oct 12,2023 06:13

86. Saving dead languages

Some Australian languages have been saved from extinction. We discuss Barngala's revival.

Oct 05,2023 06:14

87. Sounds that make you want to scream

Some sounds cause some people huge distress. Learn about 'misophonia' here.

Sep 28,2023 06:11

88. How fans talk about their passions

Fandom is more than simply being a fan, and now it is developing its own language.

Sep 21,2023 06:13

89. Making male friends

Do men find it harder than women to make close friendships? Neil and Beth discuss.

Sep 14,2023 06:14

90. Space-saving solar hacks

How can we find space for new solar panels?

Sep 07,2023 06:13

91. The stories behind our names

What can names tell us about our culture and history?

Aug 31,2023 06:11

92. Heatwaves - can we adapt?

Heatwaves - can we adapt? 6 Minute English

Aug 24,2023 06:14

93. Are you unhappy at work?

How can jobs change so that workers are happier?

Aug 17,2023 06:11

94. Do you have eco-anxiety?

A growing number around the world are experiencing something called 'eco-anxiety'.

Aug 10,2023 06:10

95. Can we stop natural disasters?

Is there any way we can stop natural disasters being so damaging?

Aug 04,2023 06:11

96. The right way to say sorry

Neil and Beth talk about different ways of apologising.

Jul 27,2023 06:14

97. Could you live on wild food?

We hear about a new foraging project and the health benefits of eating wild food.

Jul 20,2023 06:22

98. Plants fighting pollution

We talk about whether plants can clean up our mess.

Jul 13,2023 06:13

99. Should we fear chatbots?

We talk about chatbots and teach you some useful vocabulary along the way.

Jul 06,2023 06:14

100. Is it wrong to eat plants?

We are kind to animals. What about plants?

Jun 29,2023 06:26

101. Sonic seasoning

Can sound make your food taste better? Neil and Beth discuss.

Jun 22,2023 06:15

102. The benefits of doing nothing

Would being lazy have a purpose in life?

Jun 15,2023 06:19

103. The art of subtitling

Hear how subtitles can help bring TV and movies to life.

Jun 08,2023 06:15

104. Ecotourism: good or bad?

Is a style of tourism that respects animals and local communities working well?

Jun 01,2023 06:29

105. Can climate change cause more disease?

Mosquito-borne diseases kill 750,000 annually. Could climate change make it worse?

May 25,2023 06:21

106. Food shortages

Listen to an expert on the global food system and learn some vocabulary.

May 18,2023 06:31

107. Addicted to war

A war correspondent tells his story.

May 11,2023 06:21

108. Ice and the origins of life on Earth

Sam and Neil talk about an essential element for life to thrive.

May 04,2023 06:21

109. Women in politics

We discuss some of the reasons why women make up only 26% of the world's politicians.

Apr 27,2023 06:18

110. What's the point of museums?

Beth and Neil discuss the controversial role of museums in the 21st century.

Apr 20,2023 06:19

111. How culture affects sadness

Could your culture influence sadness? We talk about sadness and teach you vocabulary.

Apr 13,2023 06:15

112. Would you eat a Kalette?

Learn about the world of novelty vegetables.

Apr 06,2023 06:35

113. Do you get jealous easily?

Hear experts talking about jealousy and envy, and learn related vocabulary.

Mar 30,2023 06:20

114. Are you lonely in a crowd?

We discuss the role of crowds in modern life

Mar 23,2023 06:20

115. Food and mood

We look at the link between what you eat and how you feel.

Mar 16,2023 06:15

116. How to talk to a climate denier

The dos and don'ts of trying to discuss science with someone who doesn't believe in it.

Mar 09,2023 06:30

117. Losing your mother tongue

Hear the story of a woman who replaced her native Czech for English.

Mar 02,2023 06:19

118. The health benefits of apples

Could there be some truth in the proverb 'an apple a day keeps the doctor away'?

Feb 23,2023 06:21

119. Why do we procrastinate?

Do you leave your work until the last minute? If so, this programme is for you!

Feb 16,2023 06:14

120. Doomscrolling: Why do we do it?

We discuss if there is an evolutionary reason why we're attracted to bad news.

Feb 09,2023 06:16

121. Exercise for The Lazy

What's the least amount of exercise you should do to stay healthy?

Feb 02,2023 06:19

122. Can AI have a mind of its own?

Hear about the software engineer who became 'friends' with his computer.

Jan 26,2023 06:20

123. Climate change: Are there too many people?

Does the size of your carbon footprint depend on where in the world you were born?

Jan 19,2023 06:17

124. The hidden life of buffets

We discuss buffet meals and the history behind them and teach related vocabulary.

Jan 12,2023 06:00

125. Songwriting

We discuss the art of songwriting – combining lyrics and music to make a hit song.

Jan 05,2023 06:16

126. United against food waste

According to the UN, one third of the food we grow is thrown away. How can we stop this?

Dec 29,2022 06:18

127. 3D printers

We look at the role of 3D printers in medicine, and teach you some related vocabulary.

Dec 22,2022 06:17

128. Are opinion polls accurate?

What can opinion polls really tell us?

Dec 15,2022 06:20

129. Deep-sea mining: Good or bad for the planet?

Could some ideas to deal with climate change actually damage the environment?

Dec 08,2022 06:22

130. Can music mend a broken heart?

Meet a singer-songwriter who used music to express her feelings of falling in love.

Dec 01,2022 06:16

131. The art of conversation

We discuss whether the art of conversation is being lost in the era of social media

Nov 24,2022 06:19

132. Qatar's World Cup workers

Hear about the workers who built the World Cup stadiums

Nov 17,2022 06:11

133. Controlling the weather

We discuss two different types of weather manipulation.

Nov 10,2022 06:17

134. Meet the flavourists

Is designing a food flavour a dark art? We talk about the people who make flavours.

Nov 03,2022 06:20

135. Are Halloween costumes too scary?

Some parents are complaining that some Halloween costumes are too scary.

Oct 27,2022 06:18

136. Does climate change make you anxious?

We discuss how extreme weather events are affecting our mental health.

Oct 20,2022 06:20

137. Translating recipes

How to adapt dishes from other countries? We talk about it and teach you vocabulary.

Oct 13,2022 06:20

138. Are artistic brains different?

We talk about Mozart, Jimi Hendrix and teach you vocabulary.

Oct 06,2022 06:19

139. Why are prices going up?

We discuss inflation and economics and teach related vocabulary.

Sep 29,2022 06:21

140. English for dating online

We discuss language that gets used for dating online and new language that is emerging.

Sep 22,2022 06:20

141. Man vs beast: Who is more efficient?

We discuss the advantages of the design of the human body, and teach you vocabulary too.

Sep 15,2022 06:18

142. Are you following your dreams?

Hear about two people who dared to follow their dreams and are happy to have done so.

Sep 08,2022 06:19

143. Do emojis make language better?

Are emojis turning us into lazy writers?

Sep 01,2022 06:22

144. Being a beauty influencer

Hear about women who are using social media to change attitudes to beauty

Aug 25,2022 06:19

145. Women in the workplace

Hear about the career-killing tasks that are holding women back in the workplace

Aug 18,2022 06:18

146. Connecting remote communities

How do you connect the unconnected?

Aug 11,2022 06:18

147. How pandemics end

Covid-19, The Black Death ... We discuss what happens when deadly diseases go global.

Aug 04,2022 06:24

148. Confused by modern idioms?

We talk about some new expressions that have been introduced to English through the media

Jul 28,2022 06:26

149. Which are more dangerous: Sharks or humans?

From monster killers of the sea to endangered species - we talk sharks and vocabulary.

Jul 21,2022 06:24

150. Climate change and evolution

We discuss the impact of climate change on today's wildlife.

Jul 14,2022 06:18

151. Preserving traditional recipes

We discuss the tastes of our childhood and teach new vocabulary.

Jul 07,2022 06:18

152. Restoring trust in science

Modern scientists are under pressure from critics motivated by political views.

Jun 30,2022 06:18

153. The Manhattan Project

Learn about the invention of the atomic bomb

Jun 23,2022 06:21

154. Island life: Is it paradise?

Rob and Sam discuss some of the problems Pacific islanders face and teach vocabulary.

Jun 16,2022 06:20

155. The technology of translation

What is the relationship between translation, technology and the human brain?

Jun 09,2022 06:19

156. What is the Platinum Jubilee?

We talk about a very British tradition involving Queen Elizabeth II

Jun 01,2022 06:17

157. People who can taste words

Can you imagine being able to ‘taste’ every word that you hear?

May 26,2022 06:18

158. Finding your way in space

What’s up and what’s down for astronauts who are floating in zero gravity?

May 20,2022 06:18

159. Can VR treat fears and phobias?

VR is helping people overcome phobias and even tackling more serious problems.

May 12,2022 06:18

160. Life in the modern office

Great or awful? How do people rate office working? We talk about it and teach vocabulary.

May 05,2022 06:17

161. Remembering Desmond Tutu

Deep convictions and a sense of humour - we talk about a man who helped end apartheid.

Apr 28,2022 06:24

162. Discoveries of the Deep Sea

We talk about an extreme environment, and teach you vocabulary along the way.

Apr 21,2022 06:16

163. Rhetoric: How persuasive are you?

We talk about an art that started with ancient Greek philosophers

Apr 14,2022 06:18

164. Britain's love affair with coffee

It's not all about tea - Britons like coffee too. Learn vocabulary to talk about it.

Apr 07,2022 06:26

165. Optimists vs Pessimists

Which one you are may be linked more to your birthplace and age than attitude.

Mar 31,2022 06:19

166. The world of Agatha Christie

We discuss one of her most famous characters and teach you related vocabulary.

Mar 25,2022 06:22

167. Mars: Mysteries of the Red Planet

Neil and Sam discuss our fascination with the 'Red Planet' and teach you related vocab.

Mar 17,2022 06:18

168. Why laughter is the best medicine

Shouldn't we take laughter more seriously? We discuss and teach related vocabulary.

Mar 10,2022 06:17

169. Is being kind good for you?

Neil and Sam discuss the benefits of kindness and teach you related vocabulary.

Mar 03,2022 06:17

170. Eating bugs

Neil and Sam discuss eating insects and teach you related vocabulary.

Feb 24,2022 06:19

171. The benefits of boredom

We talk about the positive side of boredom and teach you related vocabulary.

Feb 17,2022 06:15

172. Sleepy in South Korea

Life in a place where people work longer hours and get less sleep than anywhere else.

Feb 09,2022 06:19

173. Preparing for the Beijing Winter Olympics

Artificial snow, coronavirus and controversy surround the Beijing Games starting soon.

Jan 27,2022 06:18

174. Are personalised diets the best way to be healthy?

We discuss how microbes matter when it comes to food, and teach some related vocabulary.

Jan 20,2022 06:17

175. Inventing languages

Learn about how languages get invented

Jan 13,2022 06:14

176. Welcome to the 'metaverse'

We discuss how things like the metaverse and AI might influence how we live.

Jan 06,2022 06:19

177. Do trees have memories?

We discuss whether plants can 'remember' stressful situations, such as droughts or pests.

Dec 30,2021 06:19

178. Algorithms

We talk about the maths formulas that are increasingly part of our lives.

Dec 23,2021 06:19

179. Changing the Earth's climate

Could diamonds help to prevent a climate catastrophe? That's what we discuss.

Dec 16,2021 06:18

180. Body language online

How can we make video conferences feel more natural? That's what Sam and Neil talk about.

Dec 09,2021 06:19

181. The Human Library: Life as an open book

Would you like to borrow a person for a half-hour candid conversation?

Dec 02,2021 06:17

182. How green is nuclear energy?

How safe is a nuclear plant in a world of climate extremes? Listen to Neil and Sam.

Nov 25,2021 06:17

183. Why we forget the things we learn

Georgina and Rob talk about memory and teach you vocabulary along the way.

Nov 18,2021 06:19

184. Why is Super Mario so popular?

We talk about a famous video game character from the 80s.

Nov 11,2021 06:18

185. Should fast food sponsor sport?

Is it right for companies selling unhealthy products to sponsor sporting events?

Nov 04,2021 06:19

186. Grime: Music from architecture

We talk about the music of Wiley and Stormy, and teach you related vocabulary.

Oct 28,2021 06:19

187. Where do your tips go?

We talk about tipping: the act of giving extra money to someone that has served you well.

Oct 21,2021 06:18

188. Angela Merkel

Sam and Neil talk about the influential German leader and teach you related vocabulary.

Oct 14,2021 06:10

189. Smart tech and climate change

Could AI be used to help fight against climate change?

Oct 07,2021 06:12

190. Going through the menopause

Why don't people talk more about this aspect of women's lives?

Sep 30,2021 06:18

191. Bitcoin's energy cost

Bitcoin: is it an investment option for ordinary people?

Sep 27,2021 06:18

192. I love my language!

Neil and Sam talk about a woman's effort to keep her language alive.

Sep 23,2021 06:18

193. Why are people collecting NFTs?

What are 'non-fungible tokens'? That's what Neil and Sam talk about in this programme.

Sep 20,2021 06:20

194. Robot Artists

Will Robots ever be able to think or dream? Could they fall in love or create art?

Sep 16,2021 06:46

195. Bats: Friend or foe?

Learn more about these furry flying mammals with Neil and Sam.

Sep 13,2021 06:19

196. Is the planet warming up faster?

Some extreme weather events are puzzling scientists.

Sep 09,2021 06:46

197. Is technology harmful to youngsters?

Can spending hours online affect the new generation's mental health?

Sep 06,2021 06:18

198. Is chimp politics like ours?

Just like humans, chimps live in social groups, have leaders and a desire for power.

Sep 02,2021 06:46

199. Making sense of the census

What's behind counting people in a country? Neil and Sam talk about the census.

Aug 26,2021 06:44

200. The fear of numbers

Are you afraid of maths? Neil and Sam talk about numbers and teach you vocabulary.

Aug 23,2021 06:17

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