Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchA rhino swinging from the sky? A secretly radioactive horn?
Rhinos are at extreme risk of extinction because of poaching and habitat loss. The work of conservationists has made sure that their numbers have con…
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Can reusable products solve period poverty?
The average person who menstruates has their period for 2,535 days (nearly seven years) of their life, according to the UN. That’s A LOT of tampons a…
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Why are international students being detained in the US?
President Trump and his administration is cracking down on international students who have been active in protests against Israel on university campu…
1 year, 4 months ago
Shadow ships: What are they and why do countries use them?
In this episode we’re tracing the route of a shadow ship. These ships are part of a network carrying Russian oil around the world - in violation of i…
1 year, 4 months ago
Myanmar earthquake: Why is it difficult to know the details?
Myanmar is reeling following a powerful earthquake on Friday. The epicentre was near the second largest city Mandalay, home to about 1.5 million peop…
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Why does Trump want Greenland to be part of the United States?
US Vice-President JD Vance and his wife Usha are scheduled to land in Greenland on Friday afternoon. Their visit comes as President Donald Trump cont…
1 year, 4 months ago
Why the world buys India’s hair
The global hair wig and extension market was valued at $7.5billion in 2024. Hair is big business - especially in India, which is the world’s biggest …
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Who is protesting in Turkey and why?
Thousands of people in Turkey turned out for a seventh night of protests which have so far seen more than 1,400 people detained, including students, …
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Fluoride: What you need to know
Fluoride has been in most American tap water for decades. It’s there to help to prevent tooth decay, especially in children. Scientists and health of…
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Deepfake porn crisis: How it’s affecting schools in South Korea
Over 500 schools and universities in South Korea are dealing with a deepfake porn crisis. Explicit images and videos of classmates and teachers are b…
1 year, 4 months ago