Podcast Episodes

Brazil heatwave: What’s it got to do with El Niño?

Brazil has recorded its hottest ever temperature - 44.8C (112.6F) - as parts of the country endure a stifling heatwave.

You may have seen the video of…

2 years, 3 months ago

How a chainsaw wielding TV star became Argentina’s president

Argentina has elected far-right outsider Javier Milei as its new president.

He’s a pretty unconventional politician - from tantric sex to cloning dogs…

2 years, 3 months ago

Fentanyl: Why is it killing so many young Americans?

Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that’s fifty times more powerful than heroin. It’s also the biggest killer of 18-45 year olds in the United States.

The…

2 years, 3 months ago

Gaza: Why is Al-Shifa hospital so important to both sides?

Al-Shifa hospital has become a focal point of the Israel-Gaza war in the last few days. On Wednesday morning, Israeli tanks and troops entered the co…

2 years, 3 months ago

Miss Universe: Can beauty pageants ever be inclusive?

The Miss Universe pageant takes place on 18th November in El Salvador. Organisers have introduced new rules to make the contest more inclusive. Marri…

2 years, 3 months ago

How people smugglers are using social media in Pakistan

A BBC investigation has found that people smugglers in Pakistan are using social media sites to advertise their services, despite a government crackd…

2 years, 3 months ago

Cryptocurrency Explained

The world of cryptocurrency can be confusing. There’s no tangible money and no clunky coins. Instead we hear about things like Ethereum, Bitcoin and …

2 years, 3 months ago

How removing tattoos can help people cope with trauma

Gang members and victims of sex trafficking are often tattooed against their will. For those who escape, their tattoos become permanent reminders of …

2 years, 3 months ago

Is there a right way to be masculine?

There’s so much stuff online about masculinity; guys telling you how to get buff, what to eat and how to talk to women. Sometimes a particular type o…

2 years, 3 months ago

Marvel mishaps: Are we sick of superheroes?

Ever since ‘Iron Man’ and ‘The Dark Knight’ impressed audiences in 2008, superhero movies have been a major player in the film industry.

Marvel have b…

2 years, 3 months ago