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Scared to speak English?
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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What English phrases really mean
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.
Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260115
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Is social media dead?
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.
Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260108
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Is it OK to disagree?
Are we becoming a divided society? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Was Christmas better in the past?
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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Finding and eating wild food
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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How are horses helping to heal humans?
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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What?s your favourite flavour of crisp?
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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How are influencers affecting politics?
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 have good dining etiquette?
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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How important is play?
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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Do you like garlic?
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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Is breakfast the most important meal of the day?
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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Did a civilisation exist on Earth before humans?
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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Are we too fixated on protein?
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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What makes a good citizen?
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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Have you ever seen a whale?
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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The criminal trade in ancient objects
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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Would you like a robot companion?
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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What causes hearing loss?
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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The joys of writing lists
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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What's it like to be a twin?
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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What's your favourite snack?
Do you prefer healthy, homemade snacks... or modern, packaged goodies?
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Grown-ups buying kids? toys
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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Are you flourishing?
Many of us are familiar with wellbeing, but have you heard about flourishing?
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What is the manosphere?
Have you ever come across a so-called masculinity influencer on social media?
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What is degrowth?
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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How can we help wild bees?
Did you know that many species of wild bees are endangered in the UK? What can we do to help?
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Do you need to declutter your home?
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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How do you say sorry?
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 healthier than meat?
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 communicate?
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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Can climate change affect our mental health?
How can you protect your mental health from the impacts of climate change?
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How important is politeness?
Why are we polite? Does what we say really affect what people think of us?
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What's your favourite kind of noodle?
Neil and Beth discuss the history of noodles and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Foods that go crunch
Do you like the crunch of biting into a fresh apple? What about the crunch of biting into a roasted insect? Georgie and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Which cooking oil is the best?
Which cooking oil do you tend to use in the kitchen? Are some really more healthy than others, or is it just a way for companies to make you buy more expensive products? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Should animals be kept in zoos?
How do you feel about zoos? Some think they are important for education and scientific research; others think they are cruel. Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Can cows prevent wildfires?
How are cows helping to prevent wildfires in Spain? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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How climate change affects animal migration
Climate change can affect the way animals migrate, but did you know that some animal migration could be used to fight climate change? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Can AI solve crime?
Could artificial intelligence be used to solve a murder?
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Learning multiple languages
Is learning languages good for you? Hannah from the What in the World podcast joins us to discuss.
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Are we getting more allergic to things?
Do you know anyone who has 50+ allergies? Neil and Beth discuss allergies and teach you some new vocabulary.
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Can we boost the immune system?
Can ginger shots, turmeric and cold water swimming boost your immune system? Georgie and Neil hear from experts and teach you some vocabulary.
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Healthy meals on a budget
Is eating healthily always expensive? Pippa and Georgie discuss this and teach you some vocabulary.
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Should we eat less rice?
Demand for rice is increasing, but is it possible to grow it in a more eco-friendly way?
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The country that measures happiness
Bhutan: The country that measures happiness. Hear all about it and learn some vocabulary with Neil and Pippa.
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A vaccine for cancer
There's been a breakthrough in cancer research! Hear all about it and learn some vocabulary with Neil and Beth.
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Young women on social media
How do women in different countries experience the online world?
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Rage bait: How online anger makes money
How do people make money from rage bait? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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