Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchDegrowth explained: A radical idea for a sustainable future
More money, more growth, more stuff. Can our economies keep on growing forever? And should they? A group of activists and academics are questioning t…
1 year, 2 months ago
Who let the dogs out? Not Iran
Dog walking has been banned in at least 20 cities across Iran, after it was first outlawed in the capital, Tehran, six years ago. It’s the latest res…
1 year, 2 months ago
Why is protein being added to everything?
‘High’ or ‘added’ protein foods are popping up everywhere - from ice cream to pizza and even coffee. The nutrient’s newfound popularity has a lot to …
1 year, 2 months ago
Why Morocco’s king has banned sheep for Eid
For millions of Moroccans, Eid al-Adha means quality time with your family, eating delicious food - and the tradition of sacrificing sheep. But this …
1 year, 2 months ago
How to hack your flight luggage allowance
Baggage fees have become part and parcel of international travel, with charges taking off in recent years. Globally, passengers spent $150 billion US…
1 year, 2 months ago
Is it possible to end new cases of HIV by 2030?
World leaders pledged to end the AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030. And the World Health Organisation aims to reduce HIV infections fro…
1 year, 2 months ago
Made in Vietnam: Why its homegrown fashion is having a moment
What do Billie Eilish, Doja Cat and Jennie from Blackpink have in common? They have all been spotted wearing Vietnamese fashion brands. You might hav…
1 year, 2 months ago
Can refreezing Arctic sea ice help save polar bears?
Polar bears are the biggest bears in the world and the only marine bear. There are estimated to be around 26,000 globally. They’re mostly found in Ca…
1 year, 2 months ago
Why some athletes and musicians are using OnlyFans as a side hustle
OnlyFans is an online platform where people create content (photos, videos and live streams), which can be monetised. Although it hosts a variety of …
1 year, 2 months ago
It’s prom night in Uganda baby!
High school prom may have started off as an American tradition, but now, it’s spread across the globe. In Uganda, proms are often a super lavish even…
1 year, 2 months ago