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Learn and practise useful English language for everyday situations with the BBC. A weekly instruction manual for saying or doing something in English is published every Thursday.
Across the world, climate change is already beginning to change the way we live our lives. But how big will that change be and what kinds of change will occur? These are the kinds of questions that scientists have been asking for decades. So, how exactly do they try to find answers to such complex questions about the future? Understanding where we are heading might help humanity prepare for the consequences of climate change. Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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What would the world of athletics look like if athletes were allowed to take drugs? Pippa and Neil discuss the Enhanced Games.
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The most recent figure from 2024 says that 520 million children are living in conflict zones. That's about one in every five children worldwide. Some of the discussions in this episode will be about death and trauma. Neil and Becca hear from a journalist who has spent some time with children in warzones and discuss the topic in simpler English.
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Football players are faster than ever before. But in a game where every tiny decision counts, elite clubs are turning to neuroscience to understand how players can think, decide and perform even faster. Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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When 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 cycle tracks and electric bikes, cycling is becoming more and more accessible. Neil and Becca discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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What 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 which you find impolite? And have you ever sent a rude email yourself...? Phil and Becca discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Are 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 and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Many 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 accessing social media. Neil and Becca talk about their own screen time and teach you some new vocabulary.
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What 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 strategies to influence us to behave differently. Pippa and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Do 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 with others, come to terms with personal emotions, or even spread the word about important global events. If you think poetry is not for you, perhaps you just haven't found the right poem yet! Neil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Many 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 having to borrow money even for everyday purchases like bills and food. Sometimes this debt can get out of control, which causes anxiety and stress. Neil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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What 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 exposure to loud noise has been found to increase anxiety? That's why some people have been trying to find ways to make our cities feel quieter. Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Do 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 changes in different ways. Becca and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Will 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 planet.
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What 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 ultra-processed forms of food, which recent studies have linked to poor health. Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Worrying 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 vocabulary and phrases!
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Are 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 them. Neil and Becca discuss this, learn some tips for loving the foods you hate, and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Many 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 reporter and a chief executive of the UK's Climate Change Committee, and teach you some new vocabulary.
How 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 programme Inside Health. You'll also learn some useful language!
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Weight 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 weight loss. Georgie and Neil teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Where 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 feel it in different ways? Phil and Becca discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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How 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. We also hear from chocolate lovers about whether they would pay more for their favourite chocolate, and about whether they looked at where their chocolate was produced. Neil and Becca discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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How 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 teach you some new vocabulary.
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How 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? There are hundreds of different varieties worldwide and they all have the power to add that special something to our food. Neil and Becca discuss this seasoning and teach you some new vocabulary.
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What 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 people, becoming a top chef is a dream job. Neil and Becca discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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How 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 discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Dyslexia 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 you some new vocabulary.
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People 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 collapses. Do they know something we don't? Neil discusses this with Hannah, from the What in the World podcast, and they teach you some new vocabulary.
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Do 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.
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We'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 do it? And what are some of the common things to look out for? Pippa and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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What 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 with. Is social media on a downward spiral? Neil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Are we becoming a divided society? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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It'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 and Beth discuss a strange emotion we can feel at Christmas called nostalgia.
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Where 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 discuss foraging and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Horses 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 vocabulary.
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You 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 snacks enjoyed around the world? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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We'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 discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Do 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 you some new vocabulary.
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We 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 discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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It 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.
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How 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. Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Do 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 and teach you some new vocabulary.
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We 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 important food groups, like fibre? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Is 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.
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How 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 Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Many 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 objects? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Many 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.
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As 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.
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Shopping 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 Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Do 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.
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Do you prefer healthy, homemade snacks... or modern, packaged goodies?
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What 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 vocabulary.
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Many of us are familiar with wellbeing, but have you heard about flourishing?
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Have you ever come across a so-called masculinity influencer on social media?
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Should 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.
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Did you know that many species of wild bees are endangered in the UK? What can we do to help?
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Is your home neat and tidy? Or is it full of stuff you no longer need? You might need to declutter!
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When 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.
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Are plant-based substitutes any healthier than the meat options they have replaced? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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How 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.
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How can you protect your mental health from the impacts of climate change?
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Why are we polite? Does what we say really affect what people think of us?
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Neil and Beth discuss the history of noodles and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Do you like the crunch of biting into a fresh apple? What about the crunch of biting into a roasted insect? Georgie and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Which cooking oil do you tend to use in the kitchen? Are some really more healthy than others, or is it just a way for companies to make you buy more expensive products? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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How do you feel about zoos? Some think they are important for education and scientific research; others think they are cruel. Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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How are cows helping to prevent wildfires in Spain? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Climate change can affect the way animals migrate, but did you know that some animal migration could be used to fight climate change? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Could artificial intelligence be used to solve a murder?
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Is learning languages good for you? Hannah from the What in the World podcast joins us to discuss.
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Do you know anyone who has 50+ allergies? Neil and Beth discuss allergies and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Can ginger shots, turmeric and cold water swimming boost your immune system? Georgie and Neil hear from experts and teach you some vocabulary.
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Is eating healthily always expensive? Pippa and Georgie discuss this and teach you some vocabulary.
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Demand for rice is increasing, but is it possible to grow it in a more eco-friendly way?
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Bhutan: The country that measures happiness. Hear all about it and learn some vocabulary with Neil and Pippa.
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There's been a breakthrough in cancer research! Hear all about it and learn some vocabulary with Neil and Beth.
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How do women in different countries experience the online world?
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How do people make money from rage bait? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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How can smells make you feel at home?
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Learn about life as a musician from some people around the UK.
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How did fast food spread around the world?
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How do you compare education systems?
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Would you eat a stew that's been in a pot for 50 years?
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How much water do you drink every day? Is it enough?
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What are the consequences of medical embarrassment?
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Could AI make call centre queues less painful?
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Is making new ‘mum friends’ the positive experience it’s often described as?
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Are DNA ancestry tests a reliable way to trace your ancestry? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. (Image: Getty)
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What do babies need to learn to do to be able to talk?
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How can we stay healthy in old age? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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A relationship between sisters can be one of the closest there is. Neil and Georgie tune in to a BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour special about sisterhood and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Acne affects people of all ages, but especially teenagers. Neil and Beth listen to a skin doctor talking about the condition and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Why is it so important to get a good night's sleep?
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How is divorce talked about in different countries? Georgie and Phil teach you some new vocabulary.
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Technology is always changing! Or is it...? Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Could 73,000 Taylor Swift fans cause an earthquake? Phil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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What makes us like the flavours we like? Phil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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If you moved to a different country, how would you cope with new kinds of food? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
How can farmers water their crops when they live in the driest place on Earth? Neil and Beth teach you some useful vocabulary.
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How can farmers water their crops when they live in the driest place on Earth? Neil and Beth teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Can you stop a child having a phone if all their friends have one? Neil and Beth teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Are we all eating too much salt? Neil and Georgie teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Correction: In the programme we say that meat contains 19% salt, making it the saltiest type of everyday food. In fact it’s some processed meat and meat dishes that contains 19% salt, according to the British Heart Foundation.
Mmm, delicious. Hear a real-life chocolate maker talking about her job! Neil and Beth teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Every country seems to have its own version of dumplings! Neil and Beth discuss.
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What are young people's thoughts on climate change?
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How have birthday cakes changed over the years?
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What's really happening in our brain when we fall in love?
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Why is it better to read from a book than a screen? Phil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Could AI reduce the need for animal testing? Phil and Georgie teach you some useful vocabulary.
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What happens when you put the kids in charge of the school? Phil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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You might think that we teach toddlers, but they can teach us as well! Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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How can literacy change people's lives? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Did you know that being in nature, and building with wood, has benefits for our physical and mental health? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Can names be attached to painful histories? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com [Image: Getty]
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Men and women are having babies later in life. Why? And what does society think of older parents?
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Are electric rickshaws the solution to urban air pollution? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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How did bubble tea get its bubbles? How was this drink invented? Neil and Beth chat about this.
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Are secrets always negative? Or can they be positive too? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com [Image: Getty Images]
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Could bitter foods be better for your health?
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A lot can happen at the dinner table, and not just eating! Beth and Neil discuss chatting at meal times and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Mums-to-be often feel guilty about the food they crave in pregnancy. Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)
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Not a dancer? You might change your mind once you hear the benefits! Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)
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Are nudges good or bad? Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you useful vocabulary.
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The UK's Equality Act of 2010 guaranteed the rights of disabled people to equal access to education, employment, and services, including music, theatre and the arts. Despite this, it's still difficult for disabled musicians and music fans to perform and see live music. Neil and Georgie introduce you to some ways people are trying to change this, while teaching you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)
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What makes a library a library? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Plastics can be difficult to recycle, could a recently discovered enzyme help? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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Why do we keep, and love, pets? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach new vocabulary.
Female farmers in many countries face sexism. Some are finding ways to be fairly treated.
Invasive species are causing problems for nature around the world, so why not eat them?
How did Italian food become famous throughout the world? Find out with Neil and Georgie
Should climate change make us think where to invest our money? Learn useful vocabulary.
Today the medicinal mushroom industry is big business. But are there actually benefits?
Some Australian languages have been saved from extinction. We discuss Barngala's revival.
The dos and don'ts of trying to discuss science with someone who doesn't believe in it.
According to the UN, one third of the food we grow is thrown away. How can we stop this?
We discuss language that gets used for dating online and new language that is emerging.
We discuss the advantages of the design of the human body, and teach you vocabulary too.
We talk about some new expressions that have been introduced to English through the media
Great or awful? How do people rate office working? We talk about it and teach vocabulary.
Neil and Sam discuss our fascination with the 'Red Planet' and teach you related vocab.
We discuss how microbes matter when it comes to food, and teach some related vocabulary.
We discuss whether plants can 'remember' stressful situations, such as droughts or pests.
How can we make video conferences feel more natural? That's what Sam and Neil talk about.
We talk about tipping: the act of giving extra money to someone that has served you well.
Sam and Neil talk about the influential German leader and teach you related vocabulary.
How does the founder of the web giant Amazon think? Listen to the programme to find out.
Neil and Georgina add some colour to your life by discussing how colour can make you feel
Conservationists are working on an artificial breeding programme to preserve the species.
We discuss four styles of communication and teach you related vocabulary along the way.
Over a year on since the first outbreak, what have we learnt? We talk about the pandemic.
We discuss how these sea creatures could help us solve the problem of plastic pollution.
Communicating by text has become more and more popular. Neil and Georgina talk about it.
Neil and Georgina take a nostalgic look back at the 1980s and the birth of the Walkman.
Rob and Sam discuss plans in the US to reduce the risk of cyber-attacks on election day.
Neil and Sam discuss the post-Covid job landscape and teach you vocabulary along the way.
In this programme, we’ll be finding out all about blood and teaching you some vocabulary.
Can companies operate better without managers? We talk about it and teach you vocabulary.
Neil and Sam discuss how sport is giving hope to young people leading the toughest lives.
Companies are rushing to install technology to make offices safer. Neil and Sam discuss.
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