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- 2025-11-066 min
It makes our food tasty and our breath smelly, but what are some of the other uses of garlic...?Apart from warding off vampires, of course!…
- 2025-10-306 min
Is breakfast the most important meal of the day?
How do you like your eggs in the morning?Or do you prefer toast, cereal, yogurt or something else?Maybe you usually don't bother with breakfast!…
- 2025-10-236 min
Did a civilisation exist on Earth before humans?
Do you believe that life exists on other planets?…
- 2025-10-166 min
Are we too fixated on protein?
We know that protein is important for our health. It plays a crucial role in many of the body's functions, including growth, repair, the immune system and, of course, building muscles!…
- 2025-10-096 min
Is a good citizen someone who votes and follows the law?Or is there more to it?…
- 2025-10-026 min
How have humans treated whales throughout history?…
- 2025-09-256 min
The criminal trade in ancient objects
Many of us like to visit museums to see ancient artefacts in person – it's an exciting way to learn about the history and culture of different civilisations. But did you know that there are criminal networks which steal and trade these ancient objects?…
- 2025-09-186 min
Would you like a robot companion?
Many of us could use extra help around the house – but what if that help came from a robot?…
- 2025-09-116 min
As we get older, our hearing naturally gets worse. But what are the causes of this decline?And is there anything we can do to prevent it?…
- 2025-09-046 min
Shopping lists, to-do lists, check lists – when was the last time you made, or followed, a list?…
- 2025-08-286 min
Do you know any twins?Or perhaps you are a twin yourself!…
- 2025-08-216 min
Do you prefer healthy, homemade snacks... or modern, packaged goodies?…
- 2025-08-146 min
What was your favourite toy as a child?And would you consider playing with it as an adult...?…
- 2025-08-076 min
Many of us are familiar with wellbeing, but have you heard about flourishing?…
- 2025-07-316 min
Have you ever come across a so-called masculinity influencer on social media?…
- 2025-07-246 min
Should we shrink the economy to save the planet?…
- 2025-07-176 min
Did you know that many species of wild bees are endangered in the UK?What can we do to help?…
- 2025-07-106 min
Do you need to declutter your home?
Is your home neat and tidy?Or is it full of stuff you no longer need?You might need to declutter!…
- 2025-07-036 min
When was the last time you had to apologise to somebody?Do you remember how you did it?…
- 2025-06-266 min
Are plant-based substitutes healthier than meat?
Are plant-based substitutes any healthier than the meat options they have replaced?…
- 2025-06-196 min
How do babies let their parents know what they want when they can't speak?…
- 2025-06-126 min
Can climate change affect our mental health?
How can you protect your mental health from the impacts of climate change?…
- 2025-06-056 min
Why are we polite?Does what we say really affect what people think of us?…
- 2025-05-296 min
What's your favourite kind of noodle?
Neil and Beth discuss the history of noodles and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250529 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters TRY LEARNING ENGLISH FROM THE NEWS: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS?…
- 2025-05-226 min
Do you like the crunch of biting into a fresh apple?What about the crunch of biting into a roasted insect?…
- 2025-05-156 min
Which cooking oil is the best?
Which cooking oil do you tend to use in the kitchen?…
- 2025-05-086 min
Should animals be kept in zoos?
How do you feel about zoos?…
- 2025-05-016 min
How are cows helping to prevent wildfires in Spain?…
- 2025-04-246 min
How climate change affects animal migration
Climate change can affect the way animals migrate, but did you know that some animal migration could be used to fight climate change?…
- 2025-04-176 min
Could artificial intelligence be used to solve a murder?…
- 2025-04-106 min
Is learning languages good for you?…
- 2025-04-036 min
Are we getting more allergic to things?
Do you know anyone who has 50+ allergies?…
- 2025-03-276 min
Can we boost the immune system?
Can ginger shots, turmeric and cold water swimming boost your immune system?…
- 2025-03-206 min
Is eating healthily always expensive?…
- 2025-03-136 min
Demand for rice is increasing, but is it possible to grow it in a more eco-friendly way?…
- 2025-03-066 min
The country that measures happiness
Bhutan: The country that measures happiness. Hear all about it and learn some vocabulary with Neil and Pippa. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250306 Check out The Pronunciation Lounge: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_pronunciation_lounge SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS?…
- 2025-02-276 min
There's been a breakthrough in cancer research!…
- 2025-02-206 min
How do women in different countries experience the online world?…
- 2025-02-136 min
Rage bait: How online anger makes money
How do people make money from rage bait?…
- 2025-02-066 min
Why smells make us feel at home
How can smells make you feel at home?…
- 2025-01-306 min
Learn about life as a musician from some people around the UK. Find a full transcript and worksheet for this episode to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250130 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS?…
- 2025-01-236 min
How the world learned to love fast food
How did fast food spread around the world?…
- 2025-01-166 min
Which country has the best schools?
How do you compare education systems?…
- 2025-01-096 min
Would you eat a stew that's been in a pot for 50 years?…
- 2025-01-026 min
Are you drinking enough water?
How much water do you drink every day?Is it enough?…
- 2024-12-266 min
Embarrassed to go to the doctor?
What are the consequences of medical embarrassment?…
- 2024-12-196 min
Call centres: Are you talking to AI?
Could AI make call centre queues less painful?…
- 2024-12-126 min
Is making new ‘mum friends’ the positive experience it’s often described as?…
- 2024-12-056 min
Can you trust ancestry DNA kits?
Are DNA ancestry tests a reliable way to trace your ancestry?…
- 2024-11-286 min
What do babies need to learn to do to be able to talk?…