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Is breakfast the most important meal of the day?
30 oktober 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow 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. Lees meer
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THE READING ROOM
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Did a civilisation exist on Earth before humans?
23 oktober 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringDo 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. Lees meer
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Are we too fixated on protein?
16 oktober 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringWe 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. Lees meer
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What makes a good citizen?
9 oktober 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringIs 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. Lees meer
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Have you ever seen a whale?
2 oktober 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow 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. Lees meer
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The criminal trade in ancient objects
25 september 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringMany 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. Lees meer
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Would you like a robot companion?
18 september 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringMany 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. Lees meer
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What causes hearing loss?
11 september 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringAs 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. Lees meer
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The joys of writing lists
4 september 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringShopping 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. Lees meer
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What's it like to be a twin?
28 augustus 2025 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringDo 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. Lees meer
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What's your favourite snack?
21 augustus 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringDo you prefer healthy, homemade snacks... or modern, packaged goodies? Lees meer
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Grown-ups buying kids’ toys
14 augustus 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhat 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. Lees meer
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Are you flourishing?
7 augustus 2025 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringMany of us are familiar with wellbeing, but have you heard about flourishing? Lees meer
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What is the manosphere?
31 juli 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHave you ever come across a so-called masculinity influencer on social media? Lees meer
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What is degrowth?
24 juli 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringShould 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. Lees meer
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How can we help wild bees?
17 juli 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringDid you know that many species of wild bees are endangered in the UK? What can we do to help? Lees meer
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Do you need to declutter your home?
10 juli 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringIs your home neat and tidy? Or is it full of stuff you no longer need? You might need to declutter! Lees meer
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How do you say sorry?
3 juli 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhen 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. Lees meer
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Are plant-based substitutes healthier than meat?
26 juni 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringAre plant-based substitutes any healthier than the meat options they have replaced? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Lees meer
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How do babies communicate?
19 juni 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow 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. Lees meer
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Can climate change affect our mental health?
12 juni 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow can you protect your mental health from the impacts of climate change? Lees meer
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How important is politeness?
5 juni 2025 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhy are we polite? Does what we say really affect what people think of us? Lees meer
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What's your favourite kind of noodle?
29 mei 2025 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringNeil and Beth discuss the history of noodles and teach you some new vocabulary. Lees meer
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Foods that go crunch
22 mei 2025 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringDo 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. Lees meer
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Which cooking oil is the best?
15 mei 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhich 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. Lees meer
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Should animals be kept in zoos?
8 mei 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow 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. Lees meer
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Can cows prevent wildfires?
1 mei 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow are cows helping to prevent wildfires in Spain? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Lees meer
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How climate change affects animal migration
24 april 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringClimate 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. Lees meer
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Can AI solve crime?
17 april 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringCould artificial intelligence be used to solve a murder? Lees meer
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Learning multiple languages
10 april 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringIs learning languages good for you? Hannah from the What in the World podcast joins us to discuss. Lees meer
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Are we getting more allergic to things?
3 april 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringDo you know anyone who has 50+ allergies? Neil and Beth discuss allergies and teach you some new vocabulary. Lees meer
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Can we boost the immune system?
27 maart 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringCan ginger shots, turmeric and cold water swimming boost your immune system? Georgie and Neil hear from experts and teach you some vocabulary. Lees meer
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Healthy meals on a budget
20 maart 2025 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringIs eating healthily always expensive? Pippa and Georgie discuss this and teach you some vocabulary. Lees meer
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Should we eat less rice?
13 maart 2025 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringDemand for rice is increasing, but is it possible to grow it in a more eco-friendly way? Lees meer
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The country that measures happiness
6 maart 2025 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringBhutan: The country that measures happiness. Hear all about it and learn some vocabulary with Neil and Pippa. Lees meer
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A vaccine for cancer
27 februari 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringThere's been a breakthrough in cancer research! Hear all about it and learn some vocabulary with Neil and Beth. Lees meer
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Young women on social media
20 februari 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow do women in different countries experience the online world? Lees meer
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Rage bait: How online anger makes money
13 februari 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow do people make money from rage bait? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Lees meer
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Why smells make us feel at home
6 februari 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow can smells make you feel at home? Lees meer
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Becoming a musician
30 januari 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringLearn about life as a musician from some people around the UK. Lees meer
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How the world learned to love fast food
23 januari 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow did fast food spread around the world? Lees meer
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Which country has the best schools?
16 januari 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow do you compare education systems? Lees meer
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Eating 50-year-old stew
9 januari 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringWould you eat a stew that's been in a pot for 50 years? Lees meer
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Are you drinking enough water?
2 januari 2025 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow much water do you drink every day? Is it enough? Lees meer
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Embarrassed to go to the doctor?
26 december 2024 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhat are the consequences of medical embarrassment? Lees meer
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Call centres: Are you talking to AI?
19 december 2024 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringCould AI make call centre queues less painful? Lees meer
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Making 'mum friends'
12 december 2024 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringIs making new ‘mum friends’ the positive experience it’s often described as? Lees meer
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Can you trust ancestry DNA kits?
5 december 2024 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringAre DNA ancestry tests a reliable way to trace your ancestry? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. (Image: Getty) Lees meer
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How babies learn to talk
28 november 2024 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhat do babies need to learn to do to be able to talk? Lees meer
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The secrets to a healthy old age
21 november 2024 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow can we stay healthy in old age? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Lees meer
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