Podcast Episodes

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 co…

Published on 11 hours ago

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 plane…

Published on 1 week ago

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 lo…

Published on 2 weeks ago

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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Published on 3 weeks ago

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 alwa…

Published on 4 weeks ago

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 …

Published on 1 month ago

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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Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

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 vocabul…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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 s…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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 thi…

Published on 2 months ago