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Episodes
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Apr 28, 2015 • 2min
All over the place
Neil can't find his script. His pen's gone missing. He's feeling a bit confused. What's wrong with him? Find out in the programme.
Apr 21, 2015 • 3min
To go around the houses
Feifei wants to borrow Rob's car but she takes a long time getting to the point. Find out why Rob tells her not to go around the houses. And why doesn't Rob want her to drive his car?
Apr 14, 2015 • 2min
Done and dusted
Exploring the relief of completing a house purchase within a tight timeline and the meaning of 'done and dusted' through relatable examples
Apr 7, 2015 • 3min
Chill pill
It's hard to swallow but maybe it's time for a chill pill!
Mar 31, 2015 • 3min
Put a sock in it!
Why has Helen put a sock in the toaster and how is that going to keep her quiet?
Mar 31, 2015 • 2min
A wild card
Who's the wild card in the office? Rob and Feifei use a phrase to describe an unpredictable colleague.
Mar 17, 2015 • 3min
To take a shot / stab in the dark
Feifei thinks someone's been killed but then discovers taking a stab in the dark doesn't involve using knives!
Mar 10, 2015 • 3min
To keep a lid on it
Li and Neil go for a coffee, but why do they have to keep a lid on it?
Mar 3, 2015 • 2min
To be on the ball
Learn a phrase to describe the ability to react quickly to things.
Feb 24, 2015 • 3min
Mind-blowing
Feifei and Harry use an expression for things that amaze and astound.
