https://www.spreaker.com/show/6-minute-english_2enEducationCopyright Angeles Martinezhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/40c53de8ee53e7c865e1e2c1d763635f.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/6-minute-english_2Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:22:58 +0000Angeles MartinezAngeles Martinezfeeds@spreaker.comLearn and practise useful English language for everyday situations with the BBC. Your weekly instruction manual for saying or doing something in English is published every Thursday.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-we-cycle-more--72885752https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260709Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_roomSubscribe to our newsletters here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599]]>urn:bbc:podcast:p0nxqs31Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:19:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhen did you learn to ride a bike? Perhaps you learnt as a child and have not cycled for a long time. Well don't worry, you can pick it up again quickly – it's just like riding a bike! And if you have never cycled, it's not too late to start. With new...https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260709Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_roomSubscribe to our newsletters here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599]]>374falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rude-emails--72787000urn:bbc:podcast:p0nwb7hmThu, 02 Jul 2026 08:19:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat is the rudest email you have ever received? We all deal with emails on a daily basis, but sometimes people can write them too quickly, without thinking enough about how it makes the other person feel. Is there anything that people write in emails...395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stress-free-family-meals--72685818urn:bbc:podcast:p0ntzwl0Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:41:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre you a fussy eater? Many of us remember foods that we used to hate as children – some of us still do hate those foods! But what can parents do to help encourage their children to eat a healthy diet, without turning every dinner into disaster? Neil...406falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/limiting-screen-time-for-children--72577330urn:bbc:podcast:p0nsp28mThu, 18 Jun 2026 10:18:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMany parents worry that their children spend too much time on screens. Governments around the world, such as in the UK, Australia and China, are introducing online safety measures to limit the amount of screen time for children or prevent them...408falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-advertisers-make-us-spend-money--72477357urn:bbc:podcast:p0nrcjdnThu, 11 Jun 2026 11:17:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat was the last thing you bought? And can you remember why you bought that particular thing, rather than something else? We all like to think we make rational, independent choices when we buy things, but advertisers are constantly trying different...396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-poetry--72340852urn:bbc:podcast:p0nq06hmThu, 04 Jun 2026 09:37:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo you like to read poetry? When was the last time you heard someone recite a poem? Some people may just think of poetry as something they studied at school, but for many people it has a powerful presence in their lives. Poetry can help you connect...396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-with-debt--72203218urn:bbc:podcast:p0nnpsqfThu, 28 May 2026 08:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMany people have to borrow money to make big purchases, like buying a house or a car. When you do this, you have to pay the money back over time – the money you owe is a debt. With the current cost of living getting increasingly high, some people are...398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-cities-feel-quieter--72095152urn:bbc:podcast:p0nmg0q1Thu, 21 May 2026 09:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat do you prefer – the sounds of birdsong and wind rustling in the trees, or the hum of traffic and chatter of people passing by? Some people like the quiet of the countryside and others love the noise of the city, but did you know that constant...398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-reading-shapes-your-brain--72003493urn:bbc:podcast:p0nl4mwzThu, 14 May 2026 09:32:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo you remember what it was like before you learnt to read? It's hard to think back that far! Scientific research has shown that learning to read changes the way our brains work. Not only that, but depending on the language you are reading, your brain...396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/searching-for-life-on-another-planet--71903317urn:bbc:podcast:p0njsn2dThu, 07 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWill we ever be able to live on a planet that isn't Earth? A science and space journalist explainss the latest research and data collected from planet TRAPPIST-1e. Neil and Becca teach you some new language to understand this potentially habitable...397falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-we-eat-ultra-processed-food--71772247urn:bbc:podcast:p0nhfvywThu, 30 Apr 2026 08:13:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat is your ultra-processed guilty pleasure? Many of us love home-cooked food, but when we're in a rush, it's often more convenient to eat snacks, or to buy quick, easy meals from the supermarket which we simply have to heat up. These are often...403falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-are-we-all-so-stressed--71585329urn:bbc:podcast:p0ng2d84Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:11:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWorrying about exams, work or climate change in the news. It's no wonder modern life is stressful. Becca and Neil hear from a presenter and psychologist about managing stress. Learn some tips to help with worrying and stress, as well as some new...403falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-the-foods-you-hate--71365773urn:bbc:podcast:p0ndq0lvThu, 16 Apr 2026 10:14:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre there some foods that you just hate? Have you ever hated a food in the past but started liking it? We hear from a food expert and a dietitian about why there are some foods we just hate and even fear, and whether it's possible to learn to love...402falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-food--71206891urn:bbc:podcast:p0nccgt3Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:33:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMany of us are trying to be more careful with our food choices, both for our personal health and for the health of the planet in general. But did you know that the food we buy is closely linked to national security? Neil and Pippa hear from climate...407falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-saunas-good-for-you--71059220urn:bbc:podcast:p0nb6y5vThu, 02 Apr 2026 08:50:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow do you feel about being in a small room heated to a temperature of 80°C? Believe it or not, some people love it! There might be some health benefits to this hot habit too! Georgie and Neil hear from a BBC reporter and a professor from BBC Radio 4...395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weight-loss-drugs--70892807urn:bbc:podcast:p0n8vl35Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:11:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWeight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are modified versions of natural hormones which make us feel full when released into the body. Prof Giles Yeo explains how the drugs, which were originally used to treat diabetes, are now being used for...392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-do-we-adapt-to-the-cold--70741863urn:bbc:podcast:p0n7j4vfThu, 19 Mar 2026 09:44:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhere is the coldest place you have ever been? Did you enjoy the experience? Some people don't seem to mind the cold, whereas other people seem to feel it much more strongly and keep themselves wrapped up in as many layers as possible. But why do we...407falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-we-pay-more-for-chocolate--70605963urn:bbc:podcast:p0n63cwmThu, 12 Mar 2026 09:04:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow often do you eat chocolate? It's one of the most loved sweet treats in Europe, but a new EU law could make chocolate more expensive. A business owner, who has small cocoa farms in these places, shares their thoughts and concerns about the new law....382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-are-some-animals-black-and-white--70476399urn:bbc:podcast:p0n4qt65Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:38:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow many animals can you think of that are black and white? Zebras, penguins, orcas, snow leopards… there are loads! But have you ever wondered why these animals have developed such unique and striking appearances? Neil and Becca discuss this and...398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-pepper--70296901urn:bbc:podcast:p0n3bs52Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:54:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow often do you use pepper? It's one of the most common spices to add to food, so common in fact that many of us don't just use it when cooking, but also place it on our dinner tables to add extra flavour! But how much do we really know about pepper?...407falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dreaming-of-being-a-chef--70145950urn:bbc:podcast:p0n1zykfThu, 19 Feb 2026 10:40:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat did you have for dinner last night? And did you cook it yourself? Many people cook at home regularly, for themselves and for others, but have you ever thought about cooking professionally? Working in a restaurant can be tough, but for some...404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/artistic-swimming--70010657urn:bbc:podcast:p0n0lt2tThu, 12 Feb 2026 09:32:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow long can you hold your breath underwater? And what about if you were doing a gymnastic and dance routine as well...? Artistic swimming, which used to be known as synchronised swimming, requires dedication, hard work and passion. Phil and Becca...407falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rethinking-dyslexia--69809403urn:bbc:podcast:p0mz6ct3Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:49:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDyslexia is a condition which makes it difficult for people to read, write and spell. But, can the ability to process information differently actually be an advantage? And why do dyslexics make excellent spies? Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach...408falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-are-billionaires-building-bunkers--69661625urn:bbc:podcast:p0mxsk0gThu, 29 Jan 2026 09:02:00 +0000Angeles MartinezPeople around the world have been preparing for what they believe will be a major world disaster in the near future. Now, some tech billionaires are joining the trend by building underground bunker complexes to keep them safe if the world order...424falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/scared-to-speak-english--69544921urn:bbc:podcast:p0mwg961Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:39:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo you ever feel scared to speak in English? Lots of people find speaking a different language stressful. Beth and Pippa talk about learning languages and how to fight your fears of speaking English.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive...432falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-english-phrases-really-mean--69452373urn:bbc:podcast:p0mv3x5rThu, 15 Jan 2026 11:19:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe've all been there – we're talking to someone and they say one thing, when we know they mean something else! British people love to play with language, using it deliberately to disguise, misdirect or even change their meaning entirely. But why do we...399falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-social-media-dead--69352100urn:bbc:podcast:p0msrvvlThu, 08 Jan 2026 10:14:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat is your favourite social media platform? Do you still use it as much as you did three or four years ago? With the rise of generative AI, many social media users are finding their feeds cluttered with content that they feel no real connection...398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-it-ok-to-disagree--69266687urn:bbc:podcast:p0mrg73bThu, 01 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre we becoming a divided society? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at:...400falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/was-christmas-better-in-the-past--69202991urn:bbc:podcast:p0mqb9h7Thu, 25 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIt's Christmas time in the UK. And like with celebrations around the world, people have lots of traditions that they do every year, and memories about Christmas from their childhood. But were the Christmases of the past as magical as we remember? Neil...412falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-and-eating-wild-food--69114840urn:bbc:podcast:p0mpbccbThu, 18 Dec 2025 10:17:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhere do you get your fruit and vegetables – a supermarket, a greengrocer... or the wild? For our distant ancestors, foraging for wild food was vital for survival, while these days we tend to rely on farmed food, bought in shops. Pippa and Beth...397falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-are-horses-helping-to-heal-humans--68989198urn:bbc:podcast:p0mmwhsnThu, 11 Dec 2025 09:12:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHorses and humans have had a close relationship for thousands of years, but did you know that horses, along with other animals, are being used to help with physical and mental illness? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new...402falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-your-favourite-flavour-of-crisp--68880473urn:bbc:podcast:p0mljpc3Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezYou might know them as potato chips, but here in the UK we call them crisps... and we love them! With many different shapes, sizes and flavours, there's a lot to choose from, but why do we like them so much? And what are some of the other crispy...397falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-are-influencers-affecting-politics--68767739urn:bbc:podcast:p0mk3d0pThu, 27 Nov 2025 08:50:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe've seen influencers on social media posting about all sorts of things – from lifestyle and fashion, to sports, travel, gaming and music. But did you know that some social media influencers are trying to get involved in politics? Beth and Pippa...402falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-you-have-good-dining-etiquette--68652539urn:bbc:podcast:p0mhrcr5Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:35:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo you know the 'proper' way to behave during meals? And what would be the worst thing someone could do while eating? This episode is all about etiquette, what makes good table manners and what is considered rude! Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach...395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-important-is-play--68550952urn:bbc:podcast:p0mg882tThu, 13 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe all remember playgrounds when we were children – slides, swings, climbing frames. But have you heard of the new playgrounds which are designed to include things that others might consider junk... like old tyres and wooden pallets! Pippa and Phil...401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-you-like-garlic--68444757urn:bbc:podcast:p0mdyhc0Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIt makes our food tasty and our breath smelly, but what are some of the other uses of garlic...? Apart from warding off vampires, of course! Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive...402falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-breakfast-the-most-important-meal-of-the-day--68347785urn:bbc:podcast:p0mcpdpvThu, 30 Oct 2025 09:18:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow do you like your eggs in the morning? Or do you prefer toast, cereal, yogurt or something else? Maybe you usually don't bother with breakfast! Well, some experts believe that a large breakfast could be the key to maintaining healthy eating habits....398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/did-a-civilisation-exist-on-earth-before-humans--68250728urn:bbc:podcast:p0mb8gzkThu, 23 Oct 2025 09:12:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo you believe that life exists on other planets? Well, here's an even more mysterious idea: Have you ever considered that there might have been another civilisation with advanced technology on planet Earth... before humans? Beth and Phil discuss this...404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-we-too-fixated-on-protein--68162017urn:bbc:podcast:p0m8wlkhThu, 16 Oct 2025 08:52:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe know that protein is important for our health. It plays a crucial role in many of the body's functions, including growth, repair, the immune system and, of course, building muscles! But has our love for protein come at the expense of other...408falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-makes-a-good-citizen--68074986urn:bbc:podcast:p0m7l3ghThu, 09 Oct 2025 09:59:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs a good citizen someone who votes and follows the law? Or is there more to it? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at:...403falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-you-ever-seen-a-whale--67983594urn:bbc:podcast:p0m64bjpThu, 02 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow have humans treated whales throughout history? Their sheer size, their ability to swim to great depths and their whale song have captured our imaginations throughout history. But have humans always had a positive relationship with whales? Phil and...401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-criminal-trade-in-ancient-objects--67892885urn:bbc:podcast:p0m4vy5mThu, 25 Sep 2025 10:36:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMany of us like to visit museums to see ancient artefacts in person – it's an exciting way to learn about the history and culture of different civilisations. But did you know that there are criminal networks which steal and trade these ancient...402falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/would-you-like-a-robot-companion--67804320urn:bbc:podcast:p0m3hswjThu, 18 Sep 2025 07:43:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMany of us could use extra help around the house – but what if that help came from a robot? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at:...404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-causes-hearing-loss--67717795urn:bbc:podcast:p0m24fd4Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:09:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAs we get older, our hearing naturally gets worse. But what are the causes of this decline? And is there anything we can do to prevent it? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and...401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-joys-of-writing-lists--67630635urn:bbc:podcast:p0m0s0j7Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:09:00 +0000Angeles MartinezShopping lists, to-do lists, check lists – when was the last time you made, or followed, a list? When you stop to think about it, many of the things we read and write in our everyday lives are some sort of list, but why are they so common? Phil and...404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-it-like-to-be-a-twin--67540411urn:bbc:podcast:p0lzg4v6Thu, 28 Aug 2025 08:59:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo you know any twins? Or perhaps you are a twin yourself! Many people are fascinated by the lives of twins, but what questions should you avoid asking when you meet a twin? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full...391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-your-favourite-snack--67465002urn:bbc:podcast:p0ly4wj4Thu, 21 Aug 2025 07:18:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo you prefer healthy, homemade snacks... or modern, packaged goodies?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-250821SUBSCRIBE TO OUR...402falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grown-ups-buying-kids-toys--67365943urn:bbc:podcast:p0lww40lThu, 14 Aug 2025 09:20:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat was your favourite toy as a child? And would you consider playing with it as an adult...? It's not just kids who like to play with toys – many adults like to buy kids' toys for themselves! Phil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new...399falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-flourishing--67282140urn:bbc:podcast:p0lvl026Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:43:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMany of us are familiar with wellbeing, but have you heard about flourishing?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-250807SUBSCRIBE TO...389falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-the-manosphere--67198765urn:bbc:podcast:p0lt8y71Thu, 31 Jul 2025 08:25:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHave you ever come across a so-called masculinity influencer on social media?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-250731SUBSCRIBE TO...406falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-degrowth--67096903urn:bbc:podcast:p0lryq8xThu, 24 Jul 2025 07:51:00 +0000Angeles MartinezShould we shrink the economy to save the planet? Today, Phil is joined by Hannah from BBC podcast What in the world who explains the idea of degrowth.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at:...419falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-can-we-help-wild-bees--67010983urn:bbc:podcast:p0lqmp86Thu, 17 Jul 2025 08:07:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDid you know that many species of wild bees are endangered in the UK? What can we do to help?Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at:...415falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-you-need-to-declutter-your-home--66923619urn:bbc:podcast:p0lp756cThu, 10 Jul 2025 07:53:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs your home neat and tidy? Or is it full of stuff you no longer need? You might need to declutter!Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at:...410falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-do-you-say-sorry--66848500urn:bbc:podcast:p0lmw8hfThu, 03 Jul 2025 10:08:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhen was the last time you had to apologise to somebody? Do you remember how you did it? Neil and Beth discuss apologies from around the world. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at:...394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-plant-based-substitutes-healthier-than-meat--66755011urn:bbc:podcast:p0llhjj5Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:44:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre plant-based substitutes any healthier than the meat options they have replaced? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at:...394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-do-babies-communicate--66622490urn:bbc:podcast:p0lk34zxThu, 19 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow do babies let their parents know what they want when they can't speak? Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode...394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-climate-change-affect-our-mental-health--66524194urn:bbc:podcast:p0lhsr6qThu, 12 Jun 2025 07:14:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow can you protect your mental health from the impacts of climate change?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-250612SUBSCRIBE TO OUR...411falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-important-is-politeness--66406119urn:bbc:podcast:p0lghnm6Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:56:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhy are we polite? Does what we say really affect what people think of us? Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/250605 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR...376falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-your-favourite-kind-of-noodle--66324409urn:bbc:podcast:p0lf3g24Thu, 29 May 2025 08:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Beth discuss the history of noodles 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_2025/25029SUBSCRIBE TO...376falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foods-that-go-crunch--66198956urn:bbc:podcast:p0lcqw6sThu, 22 May 2025 09:07:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo 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:...376falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/which-cooking-oil-is-the-best--66097116urn:bbc:podcast:p0lbbxb2Thu, 15 May 2025 06:34:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhich 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...411falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-animals-be-kept-in-zoos--65996318urn:bbc:podcast:p0l8y9llThu, 08 May 2025 09:51:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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...395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-cows-prevent-wildfires--65821187urn:bbc:podcast:p0l7jrvvThu, 01 May 2025 08:13:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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:...394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-climate-change-affects-animal-migration--65699915urn:bbc:podcast:p0l64w07Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:59:00 +0000Angeles MartinezClimate 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...395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-ai-solve-crime--65604107urn:bbc:podcast:p0l4xq77Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:05:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould 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: ✔️...420falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learning-multiple-languages--65518318urn:bbc:podcast:p0l3hr2mThu, 10 Apr 2025 07:53:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs 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...420falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-we-getting-more-allergic-to-things--65333090urn:bbc:podcast:p0l22ht2Thu, 03 Apr 2025 08:04:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo 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:...392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-we-boost-the-immune-system--65158827urn:bbc:podcast:p0l0ntw4Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:12:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCan 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:...404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healthy-meals-on-a-budget--64990817urn:bbc:podcast:p0kz7wpzThu, 20 Mar 2025 08:31:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs 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:...379falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-we-eat-less-rice--64857990urn:bbc:podcast:p0kxpl0jThu, 13 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDemand 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...374falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-country-that-measures-happiness--64727725urn:bbc:podcast:p0kwfd8hThu, 06 Mar 2025 09:37:00 +0000Angeles MartinezBhutan: 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:...374falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-vaccine-for-cancer--64601472urn:bbc:podcast:p0ktxjljThu, 27 Feb 2025 09:20:00 +0000Angeles MartinezThere'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:...392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/young-women-on-social-media--64470058urn:bbc:podcast:p0ksff72Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:02:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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...398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rage-bait-how-online-anger-makes-money--64355375urn:bbc:podcast:p0kqyfjfThu, 13 Feb 2025 09:44:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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:...401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-smells-make-us-feel-at-home--64225365urn:bbc:podcast:p0kph092Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:27:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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: ✔️...401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/becoming-a-musician--64035505urn:bbc:podcast:p0kn0r13Thu, 30 Jan 2025 10:13:00 +0000Angeles MartinezLearn 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...412falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-the-world-learned-to-love-fast-food--63840708urn:bbc:podcast:p0klhwtdThu, 23 Jan 2025 10:15:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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: ✔️...401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/which-country-has-the-best-schools--63712456urn:bbc:podcast:p0kk0dqsThu, 16 Jan 2025 10:26:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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: ✔️...394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eating-50-year-old-stew--63623064urn:bbc:podcast:p0khk26hThu, 09 Jan 2025 08:44:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWould 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...394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-drinking-enough-water--63543118urn:bbc:podcast:p0kg6vwvThu, 02 Jan 2025 09:16:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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...397falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/embarrassed-to-go-to-the-doctor--63475224urn:bbc:podcast:p0kdsk99Thu, 26 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat 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...395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/call-centres-are-you-talking-to-ai--63389436urn:bbc:podcast:p0kczfs3Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:08:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould 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: ✔️...374falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-mum-friends--63283606urn:bbc:podcast:p0kbjjn9Thu, 12 Dec 2024 11:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs 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:...394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-you-trust-ancestry-dna-kits--63163837urn:bbc:podcast:p0k93782Thu, 05 Dec 2024 11:08:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre 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:...394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-babies-learn-to-talk--63042298urn:bbc:podcast:p0k7cj3qThu, 28 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat do babies need to learn to do to be able to talk?TRANSCRIPT 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-241128SUBSCRIBE TO...375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-secrets-to-a-healthy-old-age--62953489urn:bbc:podcast:p0k6178wThu, 21 Nov 2024 11:17:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow can we stay healthy in old age? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at:...419falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bond-between-sisters--62736721urn:bbc:podcast:p0k4hfvhThu, 14 Nov 2024 10:44:00 +0000Angeles MartinezA 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.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to...392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/having-acne--62650130urn:bbc:podcast:p0k2y2fkThu, 07 Nov 2024 08:52:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAcne 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.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your...395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-you-need-a-good-night-s-sleep--62566581urn:bbc:podcast:p0k1cztbThu, 31 Oct 2024 09:04:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhy is it so important to get a good night's sleep? TRANSCRIPT 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-241031SUBSCRIBE TO...419falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/divorce-why-does-it-happen--62486297urn:bbc:podcast:p0jzv05hThu, 24 Oct 2024 09:13:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow is divorce talked about in different countries? Georgie and Phil teach you some new vocabulary.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at:...451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tech-that-refuses-to-die--62394991urn:bbc:podcast:p0jybjsfThu, 17 Oct 2024 09:15:00 +0000Angeles MartinezTechnology 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:...401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/did-taylor-swift-fans-cause-an-earthquake--62310430urn:bbc:podcast:p0jwtgtwThu, 10 Oct 2024 07:56:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould 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:...414falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-decides-our-taste--62207925urn:bbc:podcast:p0jvbqf9Thu, 03 Oct 2024 09:25:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat 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:...409falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learning-a-new-food-culture--62114045urn:bbc:podcast:p0jsw93tThu, 26 Sep 2024 08:31:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIf 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...383falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/saving-water-in-the-driest-place-on-earth--62022879urn:bbc:podcast:p0jrhdbdThu, 19 Sep 2024 09:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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:...403falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keeping-kids-off-smartphones--61365338urn:bbc:podcast:p0jq253xThu, 12 Sep 2024 09:12:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCan 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:...410falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/less-salt-better-health--61324422urn:bbc:podcast:p0jpp2g2Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:36:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre 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:...498falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meet-a-real-willy-wonka--61196190urn:bbc:podcast:p0jm8c5mThu, 29 Aug 2024 08:36:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMmm, delicious. Hear a real-life chocolate maker talking about her job! 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:...381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-we-love-dumplings--61112654urn:bbc:podcast:p0jkxyz0Thu, 22 Aug 2024 08:50:00 +0000Angeles MartinezEvery country seems to have its own version of dumplings! Neil and Beth discuss.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:...379falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kids-and-climate-change--61035470urn:bbc:podcast:p0jjkbvkThu, 15 Aug 2024 08:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat are young people's thoughts on climate change?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-240815FIND BBC...381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birthday-cakes--60956076urn:bbc:podcast:p0jh5zxvThu, 08 Aug 2024 09:36:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow 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...418falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-science-of-falling-in-love--60882727urn:bbc:podcast:p0jftmf8Thu, 01 Aug 2024 09:04:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat's really happening in our brain when we fall in love?TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:...383falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-read-books-not-screens--60798997urn:bbc:podcast:p0jdg9hjThu, 25 Jul 2024 07:58:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhy is it better to read from a book than a screen? Phil and Georgie 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:...383falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-to-reduce-animal-testing--60727764urn:bbc:podcast:p0jc4mvbThu, 18 Jul 2024 09:52:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould AI reduce the need for animal testing? Phil 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:...382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-school-that-puts-the-kids-in-charge--60661718urn:bbc:podcast:p0j9ptwsThu, 11 Jul 2024 08:54:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat happens when you put the kids in charge of the school? Phil and Georgie 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:...511falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-can-we-learn-from-toddlers--60597985urn:bbc:podcast:p0j87xcgThu, 04 Jul 2024 08:53:00 +0000Angeles MartinezYou might think that we teach toddlers, but they can teach us as well! Neil 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:...431falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-learning-to-read-changes-lives--60525075urn:bbc:podcast:p0j6sflmThu, 27 Jun 2024 08:14:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow can literacy change people's lives? Beth and Phil 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:...374falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-a-better-world-with-wood--60447352urn:bbc:podcast:p0j5b1dzThu, 20 Jun 2024 08:38:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDid 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.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help...490falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-names-can-tell-painful-stories--60371472urn:bbc:podcast:p0j3y8l4Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:51:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCan 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...450falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/too-old-to-have-a-baby--60298020urn:bbc:podcast:p0j2jq7cThu, 06 Jun 2024 09:43:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMen and women are having babies later in life. Why? And what does society think of older parents? TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:...457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/too-old-to-have-a-baby--60218187urn:bbc:podcast:p0j01zvrThu, 30 May 2024 08:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat is society's attitude towards older parents? Beth and Neil discuss this.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:...509falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-bubble-tea-got-its-bubbles--60146250urn:bbc:podcast:p0hzqmg4Thu, 23 May 2024 08:18:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow did bubble tea get its bubbles? How was this drink invented? Neil and Beth chat about this. TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:...480falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-you-keep-a-secret--60058009urn:bbc:podcast:p0hycff7Thu, 16 May 2024 10:48:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre secrets always negative? Or can they be positive too? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. 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(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your...379falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eating-for-two--59649579urn:bbc:podcast:p0ht0gb4Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:41:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMums-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...421falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dancing-for-the-brain--59526265urn:bbc:podcast:p0hrk4yxThu, 18 Apr 2024 09:53:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNot 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...480falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nudges-the-secrets-of-persuasion--59414095urn:bbc:podcast:p0hq436vThu, 11 Apr 2024 08:16:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre nudges good or bad? Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you useful vocabulary.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:...380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-sitting-is-bad-for-health--59289575urn:bbc:podcast:p0hnqfbdThu, 04 Apr 2024 08:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezTRANSCRIPT 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-240404FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️...382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-everyone-loves-the-underdog--59205749urn:bbc:podcast:p0hmg3rvThu, 28 Mar 2024 09:33:00 +0000Angeles MartinezTRANSCRIPT 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 ✔️...382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/disability-in-music-and-theatre--59124785urn:bbc:podcast:p0hkzqblThu, 21 Mar 2024 10:52:00 +0000Angeles MartinezThe 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...366falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-makes-a-great-library--59042794urn:bbc:podcast:p0hjkx8gThu, 14 Mar 2024 11:13:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat makes a library a library? Neil 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:...375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sewing-to-fight-period-poverty--58956944urn:bbc:podcast:p0hh4th2Thu, 07 Mar 2024 11:43:00 +0000Angeles MartinezTRANSCRIPT 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-240307FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️...382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plastic-waste-eaten-by-enzymes--58874996urn:bbc:podcast:p0hfr31pThu, 29 Feb 2024 10:53:00 +0000Angeles MartinezPlastics can be difficult to recycle, could a recently discovered enzyme help? Neil 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:...382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/feed-your-brain--58774557urn:bbc:podcast:p0hdd02hThu, 22 Feb 2024 10:18:00 +0000Angeles MartinezFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you learn English at bbclearningenglish.com380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-for-new-mums--58694051urn:bbc:podcast:p0hc2grpThu, 15 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat do mothers eat after giving birth? Does it depend on which country you are from?391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fighting-loneliness-with-soup--58610868urn:bbc:podcast:p0h9tdqkThu, 08 Feb 2024 15:16:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Beth discuss a project in the Netherlands for helping lonely people.398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-the-future-of-work--58530472urn:bbc:podcast:p0h8csfwThu, 01 Feb 2024 10:26:00 +0000Angeles MartinezShould we be worried about our jobs disappearing? Or is the future positive?400falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-the-language-of-menus-matters--58445719urn:bbc:podcast:p0h736d1Thu, 25 Jan 2024 14:09:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould french menu terms be going out of fashion?382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-psychology-of-greed--58344119urn:bbc:podcast:p0h5ptvbThu, 18 Jan 2024 10:48:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs it ever OK to be greedy?382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/addicted-to-sugar--58264107urn:bbc:podcast:p0h4c7l5Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:40:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow has sugar become such an important part of our diets? Neil and Georgie discuss.382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-love-of-pets--58196383urn:bbc:podcast:p0h2z22mThu, 04 Jan 2024 11:03:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhy do we keep, and love, pets? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach new vocabulary.376falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sexism-female-farmers-fighting-back--58139523urn:bbc:podcast:p0h1yf0jThu, 28 Dec 2023 15:24:00 +0000Angeles MartinezFemale farmers in many countries face sexism. Some are finding ways to be fairly treated.451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learning-lessons-from-the-moon--58082258urn:bbc:podcast:p0h0xbqtThu, 21 Dec 2023 10:15:00 +0000Angeles MartinezSummer 2023 saw two missions to the Moon. Why are scientists so keen to get there?375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/could-we-live-without-plastic--58005788urn:bbc:podcast:p0gzgfvfThu, 14 Dec 2023 09:58:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs it time to start living without plastic? Beth and Neil discuss this.452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/invasive-species-why-don-t-we-eat-them--57938951urn:bbc:podcast:p0gy6mz2Thu, 07 Dec 2023 12:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezInvasive species are causing problems for nature around the world, so why not eat them?451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-and-where-is-little-italy--57862968urn:bbc:podcast:p0gwv1crThu, 30 Nov 2023 11:14:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow did Italian food become famous throughout the world? Find out with Neil and Georgie448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/social-media-and-teenage-health--57780246urn:bbc:podcast:p0gvg0p7Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:56:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat are the risks of social media to teenage health and what can be done about them?378falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mystery-flying-objects--57665011urn:bbc:podcast:p0gt1rghThu, 16 Nov 2023 12:12:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat exactly did navy pilots see in 2004? The US investigates these UFOs now, in 2023.382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elephant-proof-farming--57628184urn:bbc:podcast:p0gsmlm0Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:42:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat happens when an elephant wants to eat your crops? How can you stop it?451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-1--57605921https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57605921Sun, 12 Nov 2023 18:37:02 +0000Angeles MartinezPhrasal verbs with Get134falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-phrasal-verbs-with-get--57605849https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57605849Sun, 12 Nov 2023 18:21:09 +0000Angeles MartinezEl verbo get es uno de los verbos más usados en inglés. Su raíz, to get, se refiere a “obtener, conseguir”. Pero, como bien sabes, cuando transformamos un verbo a phrasal verb y le añadimos la preposición, su significado cambia radicalmente.148falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ways-to-live-for-100-years--57600127urn:bbc:podcast:p0gnwpqqThu, 26 Oct 2023 09:41:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMore and more people are living to 100, but what is the secret of a long life?451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mushrooms-medicine-or-myth--57600130urn:bbc:podcast:p0gl0kv7Thu, 12 Oct 2023 09:42:00 +0000Angeles MartinezToday the medicinal mushroom industry is big business. But are there actually benefits?450falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/saving-dead-languages--57600121urn:bbc:podcast:p0gjl239Thu, 05 Oct 2023 09:57:00 +0000Angeles MartinezSome Australian languages have been saved from extinction. We discuss Barngala's revival.451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sounds-that-make-you-want-to-scream--57600131urn:bbc:podcast:p0gh5ymjThu, 28 Sep 2023 11:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezSome sounds cause some people huge distress. Learn about 'misophonia' here.448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-fans-talk-about-their-passions--57600137urn:bbc:podcast:p0gfvwpmThu, 21 Sep 2023 10:46:00 +0000Angeles MartinezFandom is more than simply being a fan, and now it is developing its own language.450falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-male-friends--57600117urn:bbc:podcast:p0gdlcw4Thu, 14 Sep 2023 14:21:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo men find it harder than women to make close friendships? Neil and Beth discuss.451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/space-saving-solar-hacks--57600141urn:bbc:podcast:p0gc4z7bThu, 07 Sep 2023 08:48:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow can we find space for new solar panels?512falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-stories-behind-our-names--57600154urn:bbc:podcast:p0g9tqpmThu, 31 Aug 2023 10:14:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat can names tell us about our culture and history?448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heatwaves-can-we-adapt--57600145urn:bbc:podcast:p0g8mtbxThu, 24 Aug 2023 15:30:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHeatwaves - can we adapt? 6 Minute English451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-unhappy-at-work--57600132urn:bbc:podcast:p0g76652Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:12:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow can jobs change so that workers are happier?448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-you-have-eco-anxiety--57600149urn:bbc:podcast:p0g5zkg6Thu, 10 Aug 2023 14:43:00 +0000Angeles MartinezA growing number around the world are experiencing something called 'eco-anxiety'.447falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-we-stop-natural-disasters--57600118urn:bbc:podcast:p0g4slpkFri, 04 Aug 2023 08:16:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs there any way we can stop natural disasters being so damaging?448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-right-way-to-say-sorry--57600134urn:bbc:podcast:p0g35bz2Thu, 27 Jul 2023 08:44:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Beth talk about different ways of apologising.451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/could-you-live-on-wild-food--57600159urn:bbc:podcast:p0g1xf1mThu, 20 Jul 2023 09:11:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe hear about a new foraging project and the health benefits of eating wild food.459falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plants-fighting-pollution--57600150urn:bbc:podcast:p0g0m4qkThu, 13 Jul 2023 08:19:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about whether plants can clean up our mess.450falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-we-fear-chatbots--57600161urn:bbc:podcast:p0fz7m5zThu, 06 Jul 2023 07:38:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about chatbots and teach you some useful vocabulary along the way.451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-it-wrong-to-eat-plants--57600164urn:bbc:podcast:p0fxy0f1Thu, 29 Jun 2023 08:34:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe are kind to animals. What about plants?463falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sonic-seasoning--57600171urn:bbc:podcast:p0fwn211Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:48:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCan sound make your food taste better? Neil and Beth discuss.384falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefits-of-doing-nothing--57600155urn:bbc:podcast:p0fvc7xkThu, 15 Jun 2023 12:27:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWould being lazy have a purpose in life?456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-art-of-subtitling--57600138urn:bbc:podcast:p0fszc3fThu, 08 Jun 2023 11:51:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear how subtitles can help bring TV and movies to life.452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ecotourism-good-or-bad--57600133urn:bbc:podcast:p0frm2clThu, 01 Jun 2023 08:53:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs a style of tourism that respects animals and local communities working well?466falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-climate-change-cause-more-disease--57600158urn:bbc:podcast:p0fqbbtbThu, 25 May 2023 10:56:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMosquito-borne diseases kill 750,000 annually. Could climate change make it worse?458falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-shortages--57600177urn:bbc:podcast:p0fp0skcThu, 18 May 2023 10:55:00 +0000Angeles MartinezListen to an expert on the global food system and learn some vocabulary.400falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/addicted-to-war--57600165urn:bbc:podcast:p0fmmt1mThu, 11 May 2023 06:03:00 +0000Angeles MartinezA war correspondent tells his story.459falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ice-and-the-origins-of-life-on-earth--57600196urn:bbc:podcast:p0flcggdThu, 04 May 2023 10:08:00 +0000Angeles MartinezSam and Neil talk about an essential element for life to thrive.390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/women-in-politics--57600119urn:bbc:podcast:p0fk1jw8Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:33:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss some of the reasons why women make up only 26% of the world's politicians.455falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-the-point-of-museums--57600146urn:bbc:podcast:p0fhqr4wThu, 20 Apr 2023 09:13:00 +0000Angeles MartinezBeth and Neil discuss the controversial role of museums in the 21st century.457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-culture-affects-sadness--57600151urn:bbc:podcast:p0fgfw5qThu, 13 Apr 2023 11:06:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould your culture influence sadness? We talk about sadness and teach you vocabulary.452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/would-you-eat-a-kalette--57600167urn:bbc:podcast:p0ff7tf7Thu, 06 Apr 2023 09:53:00 +0000Angeles MartinezLearn about the world of novelty vegetables.472falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-you-get-jealous-easily--57600218urn:bbc:podcast:p0fcnpf6Thu, 30 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear experts talking about jealousy and envy, and learn related vocabulary.389falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-lonely-in-a-crowd--57600160urn:bbc:podcast:p0fbfvhkThu, 23 Mar 2023 10:09:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss the role of crowds in modern life458falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-and-mood--57600147urn:bbc:podcast:p0f940xgThu, 16 Mar 2023 13:14:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe look at the link between what you eat and how you feel.452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-talk-to-a-climate-denier--57600123urn:bbc:podcast:p0f7p2d7Thu, 09 Mar 2023 10:22:00 +0000Angeles MartinezThe dos and don'ts of trying to discuss science with someone who doesn't believe in it.467falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/losing-your-mother-tongue--57600176urn:bbc:podcast:p0f683hhThu, 02 Mar 2023 09:04:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear the story of a woman who replaced her native Czech for English.421falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-health-benefits-of-apples--57600124urn:bbc:podcast:p0f4wyyjThu, 23 Feb 2023 11:18:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould there be some truth in the proverb 'an apple a day keeps the doctor away'?458falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-do-we-procrastinate--57600219urn:bbc:podcast:p0f3h5s0Thu, 16 Feb 2023 10:34:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDo you leave your work until the last minute? If so, this programme is for you!383falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/doomscrolling-why-do-we-do-it--57600126urn:bbc:podcast:p0f20x1jThu, 09 Feb 2023 10:32:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss if there is an evolutionary reason why we're attracted to bad news.453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exercise-for-the-lazy--57600179urn:bbc:podcast:p0f0hjf1Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:58:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat's the least amount of exercise you should do to stay healthy?388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-ai-have-a-mind-of-its-own--57600125urn:bbc:podcast:p0dyyw4tThu, 26 Jan 2023 10:20:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about the software engineer who became 'friends' with his computer.457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/climate-change-are-there-too-many-people--57600129urn:bbc:podcast:p0dxf1v6Thu, 19 Jan 2023 12:33:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDoes the size of your carbon footprint depend on where in the world you were born?454falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-hidden-life-of-buffets--57600222urn:bbc:podcast:p0dvv3p2Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:20:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss buffet meals and the history behind them and teach related vocabulary.437falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/songwriting--57600153urn:bbc:podcast:p0dt9648Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:20:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss the art of songwriting – combining lyrics and music to make a hit song.453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/united-against-food-waste--57600135urn:bbc:podcast:p0ds0pw6Thu, 29 Dec 2022 10:51:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAccording to the UN, one third of the food we grow is thrown away. How can we stop this?455falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3d-printers--57600229urn:bbc:podcast:p0dr0l6yThu, 22 Dec 2022 16:05:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe look at the role of 3D printers in medicine, and teach you some related vocabulary.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-opinion-polls-accurate--57600163urn:bbc:podcast:p0dpbhjdThu, 15 Dec 2022 10:50:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat can opinion polls really tell us?457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/deep-sea-mining-good-or-bad-for-the-planet--57600136urn:bbc:podcast:p0dmxqwbThu, 08 Dec 2022 17:02:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould some ideas to deal with climate change actually damage the environment?460falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-music-mend-a-broken-heart--57600181urn:bbc:podcast:p0dl3p7tThu, 01 Dec 2022 12:17:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMeet a singer-songwriter who used music to express her feelings of falling in love.385falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-art-of-conversation--57600162urn:bbc:podcast:p0djh7r7Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:18:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss whether the art of conversation is being lost in the era of social media456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/qatar-s-world-cup-workers--57600140urn:bbc:podcast:p0dgv6c3Thu, 17 Nov 2022 14:28:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about the workers who built the World Cup stadiums448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/controlling-the-weather--57600178urn:bbc:podcast:p0df68y0Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:38:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss two different types of weather manipulation.511falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meet-the-flavourists--57600233urn:bbc:podcast:p0dcld23Thu, 03 Nov 2022 10:59:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs designing a food flavour a dark art? We talk about the people who make flavours.457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-halloween-costumes-too-scary--57600180urn:bbc:podcast:p0d9xvgfThu, 27 Oct 2022 10:42:00 +0000Angeles MartinezSome parents are complaining that some Halloween costumes are too scary.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/does-climate-change-make-you-anxious--57600234urn:bbc:podcast:p0d88vtkThu, 20 Oct 2022 10:31:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss how extreme weather events are affecting our mental health.389falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/translating-recipes--57600143urn:bbc:podcast:p0d6npj3Thu, 13 Oct 2022 11:27:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow to adapt dishes from other countries? We talk about it and teach you vocabulary.457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-artistic-brains-different--57600166urn:bbc:podcast:p0d51ftvThu, 06 Oct 2022 11:24:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about Mozart, Jimi Hendrix and teach you vocabulary.457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-are-prices-going-up--57600172urn:bbc:podcast:p0d3dsczThu, 29 Sep 2022 09:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss inflation and economics and teach related vocabulary.458falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/english-for-dating-online--57600144urn:bbc:podcast:p0d1x5fwThu, 22 Sep 2022 10:46:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss language that gets used for dating online and new language that is emerging.458falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-vs-beast-who-is-more-efficient--57600184urn:bbc:podcast:p0d0jnptThu, 15 Sep 2022 09:05:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss the advantages of the design of the human body, and teach you vocabulary too.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-following-your-dreams--57600186urn:bbc:podcast:p0cz5p3bThu, 08 Sep 2022 10:04:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about two people who dared to follow their dreams and are happy to have done so.437falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-emojis-make-language-better--57600183urn:bbc:podcast:p0cxqq87Thu, 01 Sep 2022 09:56:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre emojis turning us into lazy writers?391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/being-a-beauty-influencer--57600148urn:bbc:podcast:p0cwb41cThu, 25 Aug 2022 10:19:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about women who are using social media to change attitudes to beauty457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/women-in-the-workplace--57600189urn:bbc:podcast:p0ctvxt3Thu, 18 Aug 2022 10:16:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about the career-killing tasks that are holding women back in the workplace423falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/connecting-remote-communities--57600152urn:bbc:podcast:p0csfpb5Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:23:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow do you connect the unconnected?455falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-pandemics-end--57600190urn:bbc:podcast:p0cr1cmwThu, 04 Aug 2022 10:16:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCovid-19, The Black Death ... We discuss what happens when deadly diseases go global.393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/confused-by-modern-idioms--57600194urn:bbc:podcast:p0cpl30rThu, 28 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about some new expressions that have been introduced to English through the media395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/which-are-more-dangerous-sharks-or-humans--57600203urn:bbc:podcast:p0cn70ypThu, 21 Jul 2022 10:36:00 +0000Angeles MartinezFrom monster killers of the sea to endangered species - we talk sharks and vocabulary.393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/climate-change-and-evolution--57600157urn:bbc:podcast:p0cltzvxThu, 14 Jul 2022 09:21:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss the impact of climate change on today's wildlife.455falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preserving-traditional-recipes--57600207urn:bbc:podcast:p0ckflpzThu, 07 Jul 2022 11:02:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss the tastes of our childhood and teach new vocabulary.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/restoring-trust-in-science--57600239urn:bbc:podcast:p0cj483qThu, 30 Jun 2022 14:40:00 +0000Angeles MartinezModern scientists are under pressure from critics motivated by political views.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-manhattan-project--57600242urn:bbc:podcast:p0cgnxnyThu, 23 Jun 2022 10:40:00 +0000Angeles MartinezLearn about the invention of the atomic bomb390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/island-life-is-it-paradise--57600195urn:bbc:podcast:p0cf9bjtThu, 16 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Sam discuss some of the problems Pacific islanders face and teach vocabulary.389falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-technology-of-translation--57600198urn:bbc:podcast:p0ccyfd8Thu, 09 Jun 2022 12:44:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat is the relationship between translation, technology and the human brain?388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-the-platinum-jubilee--57600243urn:bbc:podcast:p0cbf0v8Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:07:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about a very British tradition involving Queen Elizabeth II386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/people-who-can-taste-words--57600156urn:bbc:podcast:p0c96n95Thu, 26 May 2022 09:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCan you imagine being able to ‘taste’ every word that you hear?455falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-your-way-in-space--57600216urn:bbc:podcast:p0c7zrmnFri, 20 May 2022 08:14:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat’s up and what’s down for astronauts who are floating in zero gravity?387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-vr-treat-fears-and-phobias--57600169urn:bbc:podcast:p0c6c7cnThu, 12 May 2022 09:17:00 +0000Angeles MartinezVR is helping people overcome phobias and even tackling more serious problems.455falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-in-the-modern-office--57600225urn:bbc:podcast:p0c51j4pThu, 05 May 2022 12:27:00 +0000Angeles MartinezGreat or awful? How do people rate office working? We talk about it and teach vocabulary.385falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/remembering-desmond-tutu--57600227urn:bbc:podcast:p0c3r6qpThu, 28 Apr 2022 11:32:00 +0000Angeles MartinezDeep convictions and a sense of humour - we talk about a man who helped end apartheid.393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/discoveries-of-the-deep-sea--57600250urn:bbc:podcast:p0c2d6dyThu, 21 Apr 2022 08:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about an extreme environment, and teach you vocabulary along the way.385falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rhetoric-how-persuasive-are-you--57600231urn:bbc:podcast:p0c18rwbThu, 14 Apr 2022 09:58:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about an art that started with ancient Greek philosophers387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/britain-s-love-affair-with-coffee--57600251urn:bbc:podcast:p0bzx7vtThu, 07 Apr 2022 10:15:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIt's not all about tea - Britons like coffee too. Learn vocabulary to talk about it.395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/optimists-vs-pessimists--57600170urn:bbc:podcast:p0bym512Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:35:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhich one you are may be linked more to your birthplace and age than attitude.457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-world-of-agatha-christie--57600200urn:bbc:podcast:p0bxktf1Fri, 25 Mar 2022 16:35:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss one of her most famous characters and teach you related vocabulary.390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mars-mysteries-of-the-red-planet--57600214urn:bbc:podcast:p0bvy9fpThu, 17 Mar 2022 10:25:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Sam discuss our fascination with the 'Red Planet' and teach you related vocab.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-laughter-is-the-best-medicine--57600168urn:bbc:podcast:p0btd1p5Thu, 10 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezShouldn't we take laughter more seriously? We discuss and teach related vocabulary.450falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-being-kind-good-for-you--57600173urn:bbc:podcast:p0bs9f6bThu, 03 Mar 2022 13:52:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Sam discuss the benefits of kindness and teach you related vocabulary.419falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eating-bugs--57600187urn:bbc:podcast:p0bqz0v8Thu, 24 Feb 2022 11:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Sam discuss eating insects and teach you related vocabulary.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefits-of-boredom--57600193urn:bbc:podcast:p0bpnj4wThu, 17 Feb 2022 11:19:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about the positive side of boredom and teach you related vocabulary.452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sleepy-in-south-korea--57600202urn:bbc:podcast:p0bn1j4tWed, 09 Feb 2022 09:15:00 +0000Angeles MartinezLife in a place where people work longer hours and get less sleep than anywhere else.456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sleepy-in-south-korea--57600235urn:bbc:podcast:p0blyz1zThu, 03 Feb 2022 12:11:00 +0000Angeles MartinezLife in a place where people work longer hours and get less sleep than anywhere else.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preparing-for-the-beijing-winter-olympics--57600174urn:bbc:podcast:p0bkppc8Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:26:00 +0000Angeles MartinezArtificial snow, coronavirus and controversy surround the Beijing Games starting soon.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-personalised-diets-the-best-way-to-be-healthy--57600259urn:bbc:podcast:p0bjcwdlThu, 20 Jan 2022 15:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss how microbes matter when it comes to food, and teach some related vocabulary.435falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inventing-languages--57600182urn:bbc:podcast:p0bh00kgThu, 13 Jan 2022 10:32:00 +0000Angeles MartinezLearn about how languages get invented383falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/welcome-to-the-metaverse--57600205urn:bbc:podcast:p0bfpby1Thu, 06 Jan 2022 11:26:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss how things like the metaverse and AI might influence how we live.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-trees-have-memories--57600236urn:bbc:podcast:p0bdnlt3Thu, 30 Dec 2021 15:47:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss whether plants can 'remember' stressful situations, such as droughts or pests.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/algorithms--57600260urn:bbc:podcast:p0bcqv3dThu, 23 Dec 2021 10:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about the maths formulas that are increasingly part of our lives.437falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/changing-the-earth-s-climate--57600215urn:bbc:podcast:p0bbcjztThu, 16 Dec 2021 11:52:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould diamonds help to prevent a climate catastrophe? That's what we discuss.452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/body-language-online--57600209urn:bbc:podcast:p0b8yxtdThu, 09 Dec 2021 13:49:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow can we make video conferences feel more natural? That's what Sam and Neil talk about.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-human-library-life-as-an-open-book--57600237urn:bbc:podcast:p0b7p0ldThu, 02 Dec 2021 08:27:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWould you like to borrow a person for a half-hour candid conversation?386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-green-is-nuclear-energy--57600275urn:bbc:podcast:p0b69rtkThu, 25 Nov 2021 11:02:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow safe is a nuclear plant in a world of climate extremes? Listen to Neil and Sam.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-we-forget-the-things-we-learn--57600245urn:bbc:podcast:p0b4zwxkThu, 18 Nov 2021 12:35:00 +0000Angeles MartinezGeorgina and Rob talk about memory and teach you vocabulary along the way.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-is-super-mario-so-popular--57600248urn:bbc:podcast:p0b3jc5wThu, 11 Nov 2021 08:55:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about a famous video game character from the 80s.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-fast-food-sponsor-sport--57600213urn:bbc:podcast:p0b275s6Thu, 04 Nov 2021 10:30:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs it right for companies selling unhealthy products to sponsor sporting events?388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grime-music-from-architecture--57600185urn:bbc:podcast:p0b0x457Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about the music of Wiley and Stormy, and teach you related vocabulary.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/where-do-your-tips-go--57600249urn:bbc:podcast:p09zhfv7Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:19:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about tipping: the act of giving extra money to someone that has served you well.422falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/angela-merkel--57600223urn:bbc:podcast:p09ypczzThu, 14 Oct 2021 15:16:00 +0000Angeles MartinezSam and Neil talk about the influential German leader and teach you related vocabulary.379falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/smart-tech-and-climate-change--57600238urn:bbc:podcast:p09y0b63Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:32:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCould AI be used to help fight against climate change?381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/going-through-the-menopause--57600188urn:bbc:podcast:p09xc1zqThu, 30 Sep 2021 10:23:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhy don't people talk more about this aspect of women's lives?455falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bitcoin-s-energy-cost--57600192urn:bbc:podcast:p09x2cbhMon, 27 Sep 2021 11:36:00 +0000Angeles MartinezBitcoin: is it an investment option for ordinary people?387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-love-my-language--57600197urn:bbc:podcast:p09wr1czThu, 23 Sep 2021 10:08:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Sam talk about a woman's effort to keep her language alive.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-are-people-collecting-nfts--57600221urn:bbc:podcast:p09wgqtxMon, 20 Sep 2021 13:25:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat are 'non-fungible tokens'? That's what Neil and Sam talk about in this programme.389falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/robot-artists--57600283urn:bbc:podcast:p09w4n67Thu, 16 Sep 2021 13:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWill Robots ever be able to think or dream? Could they fall in love or create art?415falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bats-friend-or-foe--57600253urn:bbc:podcast:p09vtzv9Mon, 13 Sep 2021 11:45:00 +0000Angeles MartinezLearn more about these furry flying mammals with Neil and Sam.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-the-planet-warming-up-faster--57600281urn:bbc:podcast:p09vj3tnThu, 09 Sep 2021 14:01:00 +0000Angeles MartinezSome extreme weather events are puzzling scientists.415falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-technology-harmful-to-youngsters--57600295urn:bbc:podcast:p09v622kMon, 06 Sep 2021 13:01:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCan spending hours online affect the new generation's mental health?387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-chimp-politics-like-ours--57600228urn:bbc:podcast:p09ttwfrThu, 02 Sep 2021 08:20:00 +0000Angeles MartinezJust like humans, chimps live in social groups, have leaders and a desire for power.415falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-sense-of-the-census--57600258urn:bbc:podcast:p09t7y02Thu, 26 Aug 2021 08:30:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhat's behind counting people in a country? Neil and Sam talk about the census.413falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-fear-of-numbers--57600252urn:bbc:podcast:p09syxlmMon, 23 Aug 2021 10:42:00 +0000Angeles MartinezAre you afraid of maths? Neil and Sam talk about numbers and teach you vocabulary.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-future-without-doctors--57600255urn:bbc:podcast:p09smpp3Thu, 19 Aug 2021 08:34:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss if artificial intelligence could replace human doctors and nurses.415falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lights-camera-kiss-intimacy-on-screen--57600261urn:bbc:podcast:p09sc7jfMon, 16 Aug 2021 11:36:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow actors are made to feel more comfortable when filming intimate scenes.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/head-injury-in-sport--57600191urn:bbc:podcast:p09s0mb1Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:34:00 +0000Angeles MartinezContact sports can be dangerous. The truth about the effects on players is coming out.415falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inside-the-head-of-jeff-bezos--57600201urn:bbc:podcast:p09rqrnrMon, 09 Aug 2021 09:36:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow does the founder of the web giant Amazon think? Listen to the programme to find out.438falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-history-of-swimming--57600269urn:bbc:podcast:p09rf7dnThu, 05 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about the history of swimming and teach you related vocabulary along the way.416falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-humans-a-messy-species--57600204urn:bbc:podcast:p09qrfb3Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:41:00 +0000Angeles MartinezLearn the language of going to the toilet.412falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-loneliest-man-in-history--57600199urn:bbc:podcast:p09qgcx4Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:17:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about Michael Collins, who orbited the Moon in the command module Columbia.450falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-colour-affects-us--57600272urn:bbc:podcast:p09pth85Mon, 19 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Georgina add some colour to your life by discussing how colour can make you feel386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flexible-working--57600270urn:bbc:podcast:p09ph4cjThu, 15 Jul 2021 07:50:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs there a stigma attached to not wanting to work the 9-to-5 shift?386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hypnotism--57600206urn:bbc:podcast:p09ntbb9Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:48:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHypnotism has always fascinated us, but can anyone be hypnotised?387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/saving-the-white-rhinos--57600300urn:bbc:podcast:p09n2sxhThu, 01 Jul 2021 09:23:00 +0000Angeles MartinezConservationists are working on an artificial breeding programme to preserve the species.385falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-old-things-last-longer--57600271urn:bbc:podcast:p09mf2kvThu, 24 Jun 2021 11:52:00 +0000Angeles MartinezShouldn't we stop throwing things away and start fixing them?387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-rapport-with-others--57600208urn:bbc:podcast:p09lsbgrThu, 17 Jun 2021 14:55:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss four styles of communication and teach you related vocabulary along the way.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-superstitions--57600273urn:bbc:podcast:p09l2cw9Thu, 10 Jun 2021 09:30:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about food superstitions and teach you vocabulary along the way.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-rosetta-stone--57600301urn:bbc:podcast:p09kfg9qThu, 03 Jun 2021 09:28:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow the famous piece of rock became the key to decoding Egyptian hieroglyphs.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/compassion-fatigue--57600274urn:bbc:podcast:p09jrj82Thu, 27 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHas the pandemic made people tired of feeling sorry for others and themselves?386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hermits--57600277urn:bbc:podcast:p09j3v5tThu, 20 May 2021 11:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWhy do people decide to be alone for long periods of time?385falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-males-are-not-needed--57600210urn:bbc:podcast:p09hlbs1Fri, 14 May 2021 11:03:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about different animals which can reproduce without having sex.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mermaids--57600276urn:bbc:podcast:p09gslhhThu, 06 May 2021 07:37:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about different variations on the concept of mermaids.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-quieter-world--57600304urn:bbc:podcast:p09g3tckThu, 29 Apr 2021 07:40:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Georgina discuss noise and whether it is bad for our health.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/us-and-china-vs-climate-change--57600282urn:bbc:podcast:p09ffkj5Thu, 22 Apr 2021 13:13:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCan the world's two biggest emitters of greenhouse gases work together?386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/naked-in-nature--57600232urn:bbc:podcast:p09dql82Thu, 15 Apr 2021 06:29:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about why being naked in nature might be good for you.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-language-of-biscuits--57600211urn:bbc:podcast:p09d0d6kThu, 08 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Neil talk about the origins and the language of this humble snack.418falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-english-really-english--57600241urn:bbc:podcast:p09ch2f6Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:58:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Georgina discuss where the English language we use today really comes from.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/astronauts-on-strike--57600244urn:bbc:podcast:p09bsrzdThu, 25 Mar 2021 11:16:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear all about the Skylab astronauts’ disagreement with mission control.456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/digital-help-for-blind-people--57600247urn:bbc:podcast:p09b2bvrThu, 18 Mar 2021 09:53:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about digital technology which helps blind people improve their lives.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-the-key-to-happiness--57600278urn:bbc:podcast:p099cj3xThu, 11 Mar 2021 10:53:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about what small things you can do to feel happier about life.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/looking-for-utopia--57600230urn:bbc:podcast:p098pbp6Thu, 04 Mar 2021 11:12:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Georgina talk about how to create a happy place.453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/covid-one-year-on--57600289urn:bbc:podcast:p0980nzpThu, 25 Feb 2021 12:20:00 +0000Angeles MartinezOver a year on since the first outbreak, what have we learnt? We talk about the pandemic.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/singing-in-tune--57600212urn:bbc:podcast:p09773pzThu, 18 Feb 2021 14:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Georgina discuss singing and teach you related vocabulary along the way.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/working-for-yourself--57600290urn:bbc:podcast:p096nvmwThu, 11 Feb 2021 10:47:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Georgina talk about the advantages and disadvantages of freelancing.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-much-heat-do-you-lose-from-your-head--57600262urn:bbc:podcast:p09613mpThu, 04 Feb 2021 11:07:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Georgina talk about percentages and teach you some English vocabulary.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-woman-whose-cells-never-die--57600305urn:bbc:podcast:p095f923Thu, 28 Jan 2021 18:56:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Georgina discuss medical research and teach you related vocabulary.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-makes-a-good-story--57600240urn:bbc:podcast:p094pd3sThu, 21 Jan 2021 13:41:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about storytelling and how it helps us to connect and communicate.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/for-the-love-of-foreign-languages--57600302urn:bbc:podcast:p093zvbfThu, 14 Jan 2021 11:26:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIs learning languages good for head, heart and soul?387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-can-t-we-resist-comfort-food--57600292urn:bbc:podcast:p093b1m6Thu, 07 Jan 2021 09:14:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Rob talk about comfort food and what actually makes us eat it.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-fat-shaming--57600286urn:bbc:podcast:p092q7hbThu, 31 Dec 2020 09:37:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss where the attitudes behind fat-shaming come from.453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-vs-other-pandemics--57600246urn:bbc:podcast:p092d4pfThu, 24 Dec 2020 13:10:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about coronavirus and how it isn’t that bad compared to historical pandemics388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-trees-intelligent--57600308urn:bbc:podcast:p091qbs6Thu, 17 Dec 2020 13:59:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about trees and how they can communicate and help each other.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-jellyfish-help-us-solve-our-problems--57600263urn:bbc:podcast:p0910j1rThu, 10 Dec 2020 13:13:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss how these sea creatures could help us solve the problem of plastic pollution.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-do-we-choose-to-text-instead-of-talk--57600298urn:bbc:podcast:p090d1yvThu, 03 Dec 2020 12:13:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCommunicating by text has become more and more popular. Neil and Georgina talk about it.477falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/loneliness--57600265urn:bbc:podcast:p08zpcpfThu, 26 Nov 2020 10:35:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Rob talk about loneliness and how some people prefer their own company.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-punctuality-important--57600307urn:bbc:podcast:p08yz2cwThu, 19 Nov 2020 11:07:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss people's attitude to being on time and why some people are always late.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/could-you-be-a-victim-of-online-fraud--57600297urn:bbc:podcast:p08y77dnThu, 12 Nov 2020 14:34:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about online fraud and teach you some useful vocabulary along the way.388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/melting-ice-sheet-is-it-too-late--57600254urn:bbc:podcast:p08x5bqnThu, 05 Nov 2020 15:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezMany scientists are wondering whether it’s now too late to stop global warming.454falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/walkman-the-music-player-revolution--57600306urn:bbc:podcast:p08wsqhxThu, 29 Oct 2020 12:08:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Georgina take a nostalgic look back at the 1980s and the birth of the Walkman.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/could-humans-live-in-underwater-cities--57600310urn:bbc:podcast:p08w0lh2Thu, 22 Oct 2020 10:38:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear about projects to create liveable underwater habitats and learn new vocabulary.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hacking-help-for-us-elections--57600309urn:bbc:podcast:p08vc1ryThu, 15 Oct 2020 08:47:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Sam discuss plans in the US to reduce the risk of cyber-attacks on election day.390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-chimps-have-the-same-emotions-as-us--57600256urn:bbc:podcast:p08tmhfqThu, 08 Oct 2020 10:30:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHear Jane Goodall talk about the deep connections between humans and the great apes.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-can-we-make-the-web-a-better-place--57600257urn:bbc:podcast:p08t1r21Thu, 01 Oct 2020 09:30:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Sam talk about the subject and teach you vocabulary along the way.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-dealing-with-mass-unemployment-post-pandemic--57600217urn:bbc:podcast:p08sdlphThu, 24 Sep 2020 10:33:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Sam discuss the post-Covid job landscape and teach you vocabulary along the way.387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grandma-therapy-in-zimbabwe--57600267urn:bbc:podcast:p08rrlk8Thu, 17 Sep 2020 09:43:00 +0000Angeles MartinezGrandmothers are being trained to provide therapy to people in their community.393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-there-a-future-without-bees--57600285urn:bbc:podcast:p08r252nThu, 10 Sep 2020 11:43:00 +0000Angeles MartinezThe number of bees is declining at an alarming rate, with serious consequences for us.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-talk-about-conspiracy-theories--57600291urn:bbc:podcast:p08qdrfqThu, 03 Sep 2020 10:48:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe discuss what to do when you are confronted with someone who spreads falsehoods.391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-the-point-of-blood-types--57600279urn:bbc:podcast:p08ps3fjThu, 27 Aug 2020 10:09:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIn this programme, we’ll be finding out all about blood and teaching you some vocabulary.391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/will-covid-19-change-cities--57600293urn:bbc:podcast:p08p4rmkThu, 20 Aug 2020 10:43:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Neil discuss the future of our cities and teach you useful vocabulary.372falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-this-the-era-of-distrust--57600280urn:bbc:podcast:p08njhkjThu, 13 Aug 2020 09:49:00 +0000Angeles MartinezIn an era of fake news, could it be that we are living through a crisis in trust?387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-more-bosses--57600220urn:bbc:podcast:p08mxpttThu, 06 Aug 2020 12:03:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCan companies operate better without managers? We talk about it and teach you vocabulary.435falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-medicine-of-coronavirus--57600311urn:bbc:podcast:p08m3xf8Thu, 30 Jul 2020 08:02:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Georgina talk about Covid-19 and teach you related vocabulary.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-made-in-space--57600312urn:bbc:podcast:p08lms7nThu, 23 Jul 2020 15:02:00 +0000Angeles MartinezFind out how growing plants in space might help develop better crops.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sport-against-poverty--57600268urn:bbc:podcast:p08kt02qThu, 16 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Sam discuss how sport is giving hope to young people leading the toughest lives.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/covid-19-the-office-after-lockdown--57600264urn:bbc:podcast:p08k5d35Thu, 09 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCompanies are rushing to install technology to make offices safer. Neil and Sam discuss.454falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-we-wear-a-face-mask--57600266urn:bbc:podcast:p08jc866Thu, 02 Jul 2020 13:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezCan wearing masks in public help prevent the spread of coronavirus? Rob and Sam discuss.389falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/millennials-and-business--57600284urn:bbc:podcast:p08hvj31Thu, 25 Jun 2020 13:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Sam discuss the new generation's desire to make the world a better place.391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-being-thrifty-a-virtue--57600287urn:bbc:podcast:p08h6cv0Thu, 18 Jun 2020 13:00:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Sam talk about being a saver in a consumer culture and teach you vocabulary.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-food-delivery-revolution--57600288urn:bbc:podcast:p08gkk79Thu, 11 Jun 2020 12:01:00 +0000Angeles MartinezTakeaway apps are changing food culture. We talk about it and teach you vocabulary.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-difference-has-metoo-made--57600224urn:bbc:podcast:p08g0zzpThu, 04 Jun 2020 09:05:00 +0000Angeles MartinezSam and Georgina talk about the movement and teach you related vocabulary.435metoofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-the-recycling-system-broken--57600226urn:bbc:podcast:p08ffdrtThu, 28 May 2020 12:40:00 +0000Angeles MartinezWe talk about the over-reliance on recycling rather than reducing the use of plastics386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-soothing-power-of-books--57600294urn:bbc:podcast:p08dtnylThu, 21 May 2020 15:41:00 +0000Angeles MartinezHow can books help us relax and feel more alive during troubled times?386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shocking-facts-about-electricity--57600296urn:bbc:podcast:p08d4v4hThu, 14 May 2020 10:15:00 +0000Angeles MartinezNeil and Georgina talk about how electrical systems differ from country to country.386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/internet-good-or-bad--57600299urn:bbc:podcast:p065dlhjThu, 26 Apr 2018 09:51:00 +0000Angeles MartinezRob and Neil discuss some of the advantages and drawbacks of going online388falsefull