Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchHow to solve Malaysia’s obesity crisis
Malaysia has the highest obesity rate in South East Asia, and experts say that by 2035 two in every three children could be overweight. On our recent…
1 year, 8 months ago
Why are dugongs (or sea cows) dying out in Thailand?
Dugongs are grey sea mammals, also called “sea cows”, partly because of how they look and because they graze on seagrass. The dugong can be found off…
1 year, 8 months ago
Why does China put Uyghurs in ‘re-education camps’?
There are about 12 million Uyghurs, mostly Muslim, living in Xinjiang. China has been accused of committing crimes against humanity and possibly geno…
1 year, 8 months ago
How drones could transform healthcare in remote areas
People who live in remote areas of the world often lack access to basic healthcare. Their difficulties are magnified during disasters. But around the…
1 year, 8 months ago
(A very temporary) RIP to American TikTok
TikTok officially went offline in the US on Saturday - only to come back online the following day. The comeback was due to President Donald Trump say…
1 year, 8 months ago
*BONUS EPISODE* Trump’s inauguration: What to expect
On Monday, Donald Trump will become the 47th President of the United States of America. 76 days after winning the election back in November last year…
1 year, 9 months ago
Donald Trump, UFC and WWE: The love affair
WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) and UFC (Ultimate Fighting Champion) both started off as niche TV and at small events, but are now thoroughly mai…
1 year, 9 months ago
Israel-Gaza ceasefire: What’s been agreed?
After 15 months of war and long negotiations, the leaders of Israel and Hamas have reached a deal to stop fighting in Gaza and to release prisoners a…
1 year, 9 months ago
Who makes Shein’s clothes?
The fast fashion giant Shein has taken the world by storm and is now worth an estimated $66billion. But have you ever wondered where their clothes co…
1 year, 9 months ago
Why is the Darién Gap so dangerous?
The Darién Gap is one of the most dangerous migration routes in the world but thousands attempt the journey with hopes to reach the US. It’s a 96km s…
1 year, 9 months ago