2025-09-11 What causes hearing loss? – 6 Minute English
Introduction As we get older, our hearing naturally gets worse. But what are the causes of this decline? And is…
2025-09-04 The joys of writing lists – 6 Minute English
Introduction Shopping lists, to-do lists, check lists – when was the last time you made, or followed, a list? When…
2025-08-28 What’s it like to be a twin? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Do you know any twins? Or perhaps you are a twin yourself! Many people are fascinated by the lives…
2025-08-21 What’s your favourite snack? – 6 Minute English
Introduction It’s sometimes difficult to find time for a full meal, especially if you are working or travelling. For many…
2025-08-14 Grown-ups buying kids’ toys – 6 Minute English
Introduction What was your favourite toy as a child? And would you consider playing with it as an adult…? It’s…
2025-08-07 Are you flourishing? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Many of us are familiar with wellbeing, but have you heard about the concept of flourishing? What does it…
2025-07-31 What is the manosphere? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Have you heard of ‘the manosphere’? Recent years have seen an increase in social media content that promotes controversial…
2025-07-24 What is degrowth? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Should we shrink the economy to save the planet? In this episode, Phil is joined by Hannah from the…
2025-07-17 How can we help wild bees? – 6 Minute English
Introduction We all know that honey is made by bees… but if we consume honey, does it actually help endangered…
2025-07-10 Do you need to declutter your home? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Do you ever have the feeling you have too much stuff in your house, some of which you no…
2025-07-03 How do you say sorry? – 6 Minute English
Introduction When was the last time you had to apologise to somebody? Do you remember how you did it? People…
2025-06-26 Are plant-based substitutes healthier than meat? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Do you ever eat plant-based sausages or burgers? Perhaps you have chosen to reduce or eliminate meat from your…
2025-06-19 How do babies communicate? – 6 Minute English
Introduction How do babies manage to let their parents know what they want, when they haven’t yet learnt to speak?…
2025-06-12 Can climate change affect our mental health? – 6 Minute English
Introduction How can you protect your mental health from the impacts of climate change? Neil and Beth discuss this and…
2025-06-05 How important is politeness? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Why do we teach children to be polite? Does the language we use really affect what people think of…
2025-05-29 What’s your favourite kind of noodle? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Have you heard the story that Marco Polo brought noodles back to Italy, leading to the invention of pasta?…
2025-05-22 Foods that go crunch – 6 Minute English
Introduction Do you like the crunch of biting into a fresh apple? What about the crunch of biting into a…
2025-05-15 Which cooking oil is the best? – 6 Minute English
Introduction Which cooking oil do you tend to use in the kitchen? Are some really more healthy than others, or…
2025-05-08 Should animals be kept in zoos? – 6 Minute English
Introduction How do you feel about zoos? Some think they are important for education and scientific research; others think they…
2025-05-01 Can cows prevent wildfires? – 6 Minute English
Introduction In Spain, a special species of cow has been reintroduced to the wild to help prevent wildfires. A cow…