2025-09-25 The criminal trade in ancient objects – 6 Minute English
Introduction Many of us like to visit museums to see ancient artefacts in person – it’s an exciting way to…
2025-09-18 Would you like a robot companion? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Many of us could use extra help around the house – but what if that help came from a…
2016-01-19 In good nick – The English We Speak
Summary Neil’s made a great saving by going to a car boot sale and stocking up on all his kids’…
2016-01-26 There’s method to my madness – The English We Speak
Summary Rob is taken aback by the mess in the studio and asks Li why she has emptied all her…
2016-02-02 Hot potato – The English We Speak
Summary Helen has been nominated for an important role on the Parents Association, but she’s having nightmares about it. Neil…
2016-02-09 To make a monkey out of me – The English We Speak
Summary Rob’s been asked to dress up like a monkey but it seems like someone is literally making a monkey…
2016-02-16 To lie through your teeth – The English We Speak
Summary Has Neil won the London marathon? Or has he just been to the cinema? Who can you trust? It…
2016-02-23 Test the water – The English We Speak
Summary Neil is excited about launching his new website but he said that he needs to ‘test the water’ first.…
2016-03-01 Six of one, half a dozen of the other – The English We Speak
Summary Two of Finn and Feifei’s colleagues are having an argument. Finn asked Feifei who started the argument. Which expression…
2016-03-08 A leopard can’t change its spots – The English We Speak
Summary Rob and Feifei have been to a wedding. Feifei hopes Tim, the groom, might change his bad habits now…
2016-03-15 Full of the joys of spring – The English We Speak
Summary Something has put Finn in a good mood but what has that got to do with spring when it…
2016-03-22 You’ve sold it to me – The English We Speak
Summary Helen has just returned from her dream holiday and she’s feeling fabulous. What about Finn, is he tempted to…
2016-03-29 Crash course – The English We Speak
Summary Helen is looking for an adventure holiday in a faraway country, one thing worries her is the language, how…
2016-04-05 A recipe for disaster – The English We Speak
Summary Feifei’s cooking a special cake for Helen’s birthday but Rob thinks she might have the wrong recipe. What does…
2016-04-12 Going forward – The English We Speak
Summary Neil and Feifei catch a train in order to teach a useful expression often heard in the office environment.…
2016-04-19 To turn something upside down – The English We Speak
Summary Helen has lost her precious earring. In a panic, she’s searching everywhere for it. Neil is worried about the…
2016-04-26 Burn a hole in your pocket – The English We Speak
Summary Rob is worried because one of his friends has a problem with saving money because he has an urge…
2016-05-03 Pain in the neck – The English We Speak
Summary Helen is finding her mobile phone company a nightmare to deal with. Neil uses an expression to describe her…
2016-05-10 To fall at the first hurdle – The English We Speak
Summary Feifei’s hoping to set up her own business making and selling cakes but Rob is doubtful it will be…
2016-05-24 You’re pulling my leg! – The English We Speak
Summary Feifei claims she has walked up Mount Everest… But Rob is suspicious and accuses her of pulling his leg.…