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Aug 9, 2021 • 6min

Inside the head of Jeff Bezos

How does the founder of the web giant Amazon think? Listen to the programme to find out.
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Aug 5, 2021 • 7min

The history of swimming

We talk about the history of swimming and teach you related vocabulary along the way.
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Jul 29, 2021 • 7min

Are humans a messy species?

Learn the language of going to the toilet.
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Jul 26, 2021 • 6min

The loneliest man in history

We talk about Michael Collins, who orbited the Moon in the command module Columbia.
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Jul 19, 2021 • 6min

How colour affects us

Neil and Georgina add some colour to your life by discussing how colour can make you feel
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Jul 15, 2021 • 6min

Flexible working

Is there a stigma attached to not wanting to work the 9-to-5 shift?
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Jul 8, 2021 • 6min

Hypnotism

Hypnotism has always fascinated us, but can anyone be hypnotised?
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Jul 1, 2021 • 6min

Saving the white rhinos

Conservationists are working on an artificial breeding program to preserve genetically pure northern rhino embryos and prevent hybrids. Successful experiments involving embryo implantation in southern rhinos are highlighted. Conservation efforts involve monitoring pregnancies, tracking the growth of rhino calves, and studying social behavior. The podcast also touches on the nature versus nurture debate and introduces rhinoceros-related vocabulary.
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Jun 24, 2021 • 6min

Making old things last longer

Shouldn't we stop throwing things away and start fixing them?
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Jun 17, 2021 • 6min

Building rapport with others

We discuss four styles of communication and teach you related vocabulary along the way.

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