Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchPanda express: Why does China send pandas around the world?
For decades China has used pandas as a way to improve diplomatic relations with other countries. Now, China’s Premier has offered Australia two, to r…
1 year, 8 months ago
Japa Syndrome: Why are so many young people leaving Nigeria?
Nigeria is Africa’s economic powerhouse - so why are so many young people trying to leave and find opportunities in other countries? It’s become so c…
1 year, 8 months ago
Could nuclear be the answer to our power problems?
Nuclear power counts for just ten percent of the world’s total power supply and only 33 countries currently have nuclear power stations. But those nu…
1 year, 8 months ago
Feel the burn: Why does spicy food hurt so much?
South Korea’s Buldak noodles are super spicy - and Denmark’s food regulator has now recalled some types of them, saying they could cause "acute poiso…
1 year, 8 months ago
Have you ever been ghosted like Billie Eilish?
She may be one of music's biggest stars, but it turns out even Billie Eilish is not immune to being ghosted. The ‘Bad Guy’ singer recently opened up …
1 year, 8 months ago
Why is pregnancy so dangerous in Nigeria?
Despite the latest data showing fewer women are dying in childbirth globally, maternal mortality remains a huge issue for women across Africa. The Wo…
1 year, 8 months ago
Why is feminism taboo in South Korea?
Being a feminist in South Korea is often associated with being a man-hater. And people who are thought to look like feminists - by for example having…
1 year, 8 months ago
Why is ‘All Eyes on Papua’ spreading across social media?
Similar to the viral image "All Eyes on Rafah," the image "All Eyes on Papua" has been spreading across social media. It’s turning attention to Papua…
1 year, 8 months ago
How Junior Pope’s death got Nollywood looking at its safety record
In April, a top Nollywood star, Junior Pope, was killed in a boat crash, while being transported from a film set. He starred in more than a hundred N…
1 year, 9 months ago
Help! My phone’s been stolen
Phone theft is really common - but what happens to your phone after it’s stolen? Nowadays it’s not just about taking the phone to sell on, or strip f…
1 year, 9 months ago