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Mar 3, 2020 • 3min
Snackable
Learn an expression to describe short online content that you can snack on!

Feb 25, 2020 • 3min
A memory like a sieve
A discussion on the phrase 'to have a memory like a sieve' and examples of forgetfulness in daily life, including forgetting lunches, leaving appliances on, and misplacing keys. The chapter concludes with a funny conversation about forgetting the location of a store-bought cake.

Feb 18, 2020 • 3min
Nomophobia
Got a fear of not using your mobile phone? Here's how to describe your condition.

Feb 11, 2020 • 3min
Peacocking
Rob and Feifei explain the true meaning of this animal-related phrase.

Feb 4, 2020 • 3min
Kick into the long grass
Delaying plans and the expression 'kick into the long grass', Fay Fay and Rob discuss their evening plans, explaining the meaning of the expression and joking about Fay Fay's project causing a delay in their drink

Jan 28, 2020 • 2min
Rat race
They discuss the phrase 'rat race' and the choice people face to either quit or join the competitive and fast-paced way of life it represents. They also discuss the influence of the Year of the Rat on this decision.

Jan 21, 2020 • 2min
Microworker
This podcast explores the concept of microworkers who perform digital tasks. It discusses the flexibility but lack of security and low pay associated with microwork.

Jan 14, 2020 • 3min
Serial returner
Learn a phrase about exchanging clothes.

Jan 7, 2020 • 3min
Talk the talk
'Talk the Talk' and 'Walk the Walk' expressions are explored. Neil's public speaking course and joining a hiking club to learn how to 'walk the walk' are discussed.

Dec 30, 2019 • 3min
Out with the old, in with the new
In this podcast, they discuss the concept of clearing out the old and making way for the new, particularly in relation to the new year. They explore the relevance of 'out with the old, in with the new' in various scenarios like product releases, personal fitness goals, and fresh approaches in hosting.