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May 8, 2018 • 2min
Small change
The podcast discusses the concept of 'small change' and its application, with witty banter and a lighthearted request for funds.

May 1, 2018 • 3min
That'll teach you
'That'll Teach You' and Its Meaning: Exploring the phrase 'that'll teach you' and its implication of learning from negative consequences.

Apr 24, 2018 • 3min
An old hand
Exploring the meaning of 'an old hand' and sharing humorous examples of its usage.

Apr 17, 2018 • 3min
Out of the loop
The hosts welcome listeners and discuss sponsors. They talk about a new healthy working policy and being 'out of the loop'. Examples are given and hosts go for a lunchtime run.

Apr 10, 2018 • 2min
Rub it in
Learn about the expression 'rub it in' which means repeatedly mentioning something another person wants to forget.

Apr 3, 2018 • 2min
Smombie
The podcast discusses the concept of 'smombi' - people absorbed in smartphones, leading to dangerous situations. It also mentions the origin of the word.

Mar 27, 2018 • 3min
Freegan
The podcast explores the concept of freegans, who only eat wasted or thrown away food, to reduce food waste and help those in need.

Mar 20, 2018 • 3min
Barking up the wrong tree
They discuss accusations and misunderstandings, with Feifei accusing Rob of snitching to the boss, but he explains the phrase 'barking up the wrong tree' and apologizes with coffee.

Mar 13, 2018 • 3min
Cloud cuckoo land
Exploring the concept of 'living in Cloud Cuckoo Land' where someone perceives impossible things as possible, with banter about work responsibilities and humorous refusal to take on additional workload.

Mar 6, 2018 • 3min
A taste of your own medicine
This podcast explores the concept of 'a taste of your own medicine' and its origin and application. Playful banter and examples are discussed.


