Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchDengue fever: What is it and why is it spreading?
The World Health Organization has warned that mosquito-borne diseases like dengue fever are spreading to new regions. One reason is that warmer temperatures are allowing disease-carrying mosquitos to…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
An empty airport, a railway to nowhere and China’s trillion-dollar plan
China is pouring billions of dollars into other countries’ infrastructure projects - some of which have been hugely successful. In this episode we’re asking why and also take a look into some of the …
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
Why governments are building huge cities from scratch
Why would a government build an entirely new capital city? Soe Win Than, editor of the BBC Burmese service, explains why Myanmar did exactly that, starting construction of its capital city Nay Pyi Ta…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
Is Taylor Swift bringing in a new Era of economics?
Taylor Swift’s Eras tour is set to become the biggest tour of all time.
From tickets to merch, fans are showing up for Tay Tay and spending the big bucks. Her tours have boosted local economies acros…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
Israel-Gaza: What do we know about the hospital blast?
An explosion at a crowded hospital in Gaza City has killed hundreds of people, according to Palestinian health officials. Israel says the number is much lower. Hamas blames Israel, but Israel says it…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
Beauty standards: How far will people go to achieve them?
Botox, tummy tucks, Brazilian butt lifts. You may have seen the posts - and adverts - on your socials.
Cosmetic surgery is on the rise globally. Last year there were 33.8 million surgical and non-surg…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
India’s Supreme Court rejects petition for same-sex marriage - what’s next?
India’s Supreme Court has rejected a petition seeking to legalise same-sex marriage. Petitioners sought the same rights as heterosexual couples — including the right to adopt children and open joint …
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
The Antarctic: The ‘untold’ climate story of the season
Amid a year of heatwaves and wildfires you might have missed that winter sea-ice surrounding Antarctica is at a record low. The BBC’s Georgina Rannard explains why.
And we speak to Dr Robbie Mallett …
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
Will Australia’s referendum give Indigenous people a Voice?
A special vote is taking place in Australia this weekend asking people whether Australia's constitution should be changed. The referendum seeks to create a body called the Aboriginal and Torres Strai…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
Why is it dangerous to be a climate activist in Colombia?
Colombia is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. But it’s also the most dangerous to be an environment activist. A report from Global Witness, a non-governmental organisation, says Colo…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago