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What citizenship do you get at birth?
Episode 794
Today's story: 'Birthright citizenship' is the legal concept that grants citizenship to children born within a country's borders, no matter the natio…
1 year ago
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The last Blockbuster [archive episode]
Episode 355
We recently did an episode about how movie titles are translated from their original to other languages. That made us nostalgic for the days of movie…
1 year ago
How to apologize [archive episode]
Episode 402
It's sometimes said that the two hardest words to say in the English language are, "I'm sorry." Today, we're republishing a classic Plain English epi…
1 year ago
Country music is growing its mainstream appeal
Episode 793
Today's story: Country music has long existed in its own space, with a dedicated fanbase and distinct sound. But recent years have seen major pop sta…
1 year, 1 month ago
'Freestyle' chess scrambles the board
Episode 792
Today's story: A new global chess tour is trying to make the ancient game more exciting—for both players and viewers. Spearheaded by Magnus Carlsen, …
1 year, 1 month ago
Wave of needle stabbings reported in France
Episode 791
Today's story: Almost 150 people in France reported being stabbed with a needle during a summer music festival in 2025. It's just the latest in sever…
1 year, 1 month ago
Drone video shows orcas using kelp as a tool
Episode 790
Today's story: Orcas are the largest type of dolphin, and they're known for their intelligence. A recent study proves they are more clever than previ…
1 year, 1 month ago
How to keep a high passenger rating
Episode 789
Today's story: You thought only the passengers rated the drivers? Think again: drivers rate passengers, too. And a low passenger rating might cost yo…
1 year, 1 month ago
Three words to say exactly where you are
Episode 788
Today's story: A company called what3words has divided the world into 57 trillion squares, each three meters by three meters, and labeled each square…
1 year, 1 month ago
Which way is home? It’s complicated
Episode 787
Today's story: In many parts of the world, buildings don't have formal, complete addresses that can be identified on a map. Locals often use landmark…
1 year, 1 month ago