The teenage brain
EPISODE 150618 / 18 JUN 2015
Listen to Neil and Rob discussing mood swings, risk taking, and why people make fun of teenagers, while they also explore some related vocabulary.
The Outernet
EPISODE 150611 / 11 JUN 2015
How can remote parts of the world get access to the internet? Neil and Catherine discuss a new idea for spreading knowledge
Is aggression useful?
EPISODE 150604 / 04 JUN 2015
What makes us angry and why is aggression useful? Neil and Catherine discuss human behaviour.
Are beards back to stay?
EPISODE 150528 / 28 MAY 2015
Big bushy beards have become so fashionable that there's now an art exhibition dedicated to them
Is a door just a door?
EPISODE 150521 / 21 MAY 2015
A London apartment block has front and back entrances for private and social housing - or so-called rich and poor doors. Does it make sense to you? Listen to a discussion whilst learning some housing-related vocabulary- COMPLETED
The first space walk
EPISODE 150514 / 14 MAY 2015
Fifty years ago, on 18 March 1965, Soviet astronaut Alexei Leonov took the first space walk. Listen to Rob and Neil describing the struggles of that ground-breaking space mission whilst explaining some related vocabulary. - COMPLETED
Wireless furniture for phones
EPISODE 150507 / 07 MAY 2015
Furniture with built-in wireless charging technology - like a coffee table is now being sold. 'Built-in' means the technology is included as part of the table. So you just pop your phone on the table, and technology does the rest! - COMPLETED
Saving China's elephants
EPISODE 150430 / 30 APR 2015
Many animals face extinction. But people are realising that they must act now to stop further losses. A scheme to save the Asian elephant in China could provide an answer. 
Life without music
EPISODE 150423 / 23 APR 2015
How does music make you feel? Research shows that it actually influences us more than we realise - whether we're at the movies, the supermarket, or down the pub- COMPLETED
The story behind coffee
EPISODE 150416 / 16 APR 2015
Coffee is now the most popular drink in the world. But what about the economics and politics of coffee production? It's as complicated as getting the right flavour in your cup 
The sun
EPISODE 150409 / 09 APR 2015
Rob and Neil put on their sunglasses to find out more about this special star and teach some related vocabulary. We promise you won’t be blinded with science!
The three-parent baby
EPISODE 150402 / 02 APR 2015
The UK has become the first country to approve legislation allowing the creation of babies with genetic material from three people. Listen to Neil and Harry’s conversation and learn some related vocabulary.
A threat to London's artwork?
EPISODE 150326 / 26 MAR 2015
What are some art galleries banning to protect their paintings? Neil and Harry discuss
Human microchips
EPISODE 150319 / 19 MAR 2015
An electronic device under your skin?! Workers in Sweden take part in experiment which allows them to get in and out of their office without a key, ID or password. Listen to Neil and Harry’s chat and learn some related vocabulary.
The two sides of Churchill
EPISODE 150312 / 12 MAR 2015
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Winston Churchill’s death. He is known throughout the world for his role in defeating Nazi Germany but he also made mistakes. Listen to Neil and Mike’s discussion, and learn new vocabulary.
Poverty in a rich world
EPISODE 150305 / 05 MAR 2015
We live in a richer world. But the gap between rich and poor is still very wide in individual countries. How to change this? Listen to Rob and Harry’s discussion, and learn some related vocabulary.
The cost of life-saving vaccines
EPISODE 150226 / 26 FEB 2015
The price of vaccines has escalated and some poor countries are struggling to prevent children from catching certain life-threatening diseases, says Medecins Sans Frontieres. Listen to Rob and Neil’s discussion, and learn some related vocabulary.
Do you fear Artificial Intelligence?
EPISODE 150219 / 19 FEB 2015
Will thinking computers be the end of humans? Listen to Rob and Neil’s chat and learn some related vocabulary.
Should tourists go to Antarctica?
EPISODE 150212 / 12 FEB 2015
About 37,000 tourists are expected to visit Antarctica this season. But should they be going to a region with such a sensitive environment? Listen to Rob and Neil’s conversation and learn some new vocabulary.
Does your CV shine?
EPISODE 150205 / 05 FEB 2015
At a time when more people compete for fewer jobs, are you sure you present your skills and abilities well to a potential employer? Listen to Rob and Neil's conversation and learn some related vocabulary.
Are you big on small talk?
EPISODE 150129 / 29 JAN 2015
Going to a party where you don't know anyone? Listen to Rob and Neil's advice and learn some related vocabulary
Are computers making us dumb?
EPISODE 150122 / 22 JAN 2015
We use computers for everything nowadays. Are we forgetting our own abilities - and losing our talent? Listen to Rob and Neil's discussion, and learn some related vocabulary
Smokers to face one more ban
EPISODE 150115 / 15 JAN 2015
Smoking in cars with children might be banned in England. Listen to Neil and Rob's chat and learn some related vocabulary
Bullying or normal competition?
EPISODE 150108 / 08 JAN 2015
Is bullying just an attempt to give a bad name to what is part of human nature? Listen to Rob and Neil’s chat and learn some related vocabulary.
Time capsules
EPISODE 150101 / 01 JAN 2015
What would you put in your time capsule? Listen to Rob and Neil’s chat and learn new vocabulary
The Christmas Truce
EPISODE 141225 / 25 DEC 2014
When enemy soldiers sang together in WW1. Listen to Rob and Finn’s chat and learn some related vocabulary.
42 languages
EPISODE 141218 / 18 DEC 2014
The London school where students speak 42 different languages
Laughter is bad for you
EPISODE 141211 / 11 DEC 2014
Laughter isn't always the best medicine, says research
Cloud of suspicion
EPISODE 141204 / 04 DEC 2014
Are your pictures, documents and videos safe online? Listen to Rob and Finn's chat and learn new vocabulary
Sharing economy
EPISODE 141127 / 27 NOV 2014
Nowhere to park? How the sharing economy is changing the way we use our space
Can science fiction save the world?
EPISODE 141120 / 20 NOV 2014
How can science fiction help the world? Rob and Finn discuss a project which aims to inspire through stories of a bright future
Is eating meat killing our planet?
EPISODE 141113 / 13 NOV 2014
Why is eating meat bad news?
What makes a superhero?
EPISODE 141106 / 06 NOV 2014
Do real-life superheroes exist or are they just cartoon characters?
Cigarettes v e-cigarettes
EPISODE 141030 / 30 OCT 2014
Rob and Finn discuss the World Health Organisation's recommendations on e-cigarettes
The bitter taste of sugar
EPISODE 141023 / 23 OCT 2014
Should we eat less sugar? Listen to Rob and Neil and learn new vocabulary
How quickly can you learn English?
EPISODE 141016 / 16 OCT 2014
Is learning English getting easier? Find out what's new
Food waste
EPISODE 141009 / 09 OCT 2014
Why do we buy so much food and not eat it all? Learn more about food waste
Sleeping on the job
EPISODE 141002 / 02 OCT 2014
Is it right to sleep at work? Rob and Finn discuss the benefits of sleeping on the job.
The fame game
EPISODE 140929 / 29 SEP 2014
Is the way we see famous people a new thing? Learn about the first 'modern celebrity'.
Dealing with boredom
EPISODE 140821 / 21 AUG 2014
Bored? You're not alone. Rob and Finn discuss how to deal with boredom and teach some related vocabulary. We promise you won't be bored!
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