6 Minute English

We discuss some of the reasons why women make up only 26% of the world's politicians.

Beth and Neil discuss the controversial role of museums in the 21st century.

Could your culture influence sadness? We talk about sadness and teach you vocabulary.

Learn about the world of novelty vegetables.

Hear experts talking about jealousy and envy, and learn related vocabulary.

We discuss the role of crowds in modern life

We look at the link between what you eat and how you feel.

The dos and don'ts of trying to discuss science with someone who doesn't believe in it.

Hear the story of a woman who replaced her native Czech for English.

Could there be some truth in the proverb 'an apple a day keeps the doctor away'?

Do you leave your work until the last minute? If so, this programme is for you!

We discuss if there is an evolutionary reason why we're attracted to bad news.

What's the least amount of exercise you should do to stay healthy?

Hear about the software engineer who became 'friends' with his computer.

Does the size of your carbon footprint depend on where in the world you were born?

We discuss buffet meals and the history behind them and teach related vocabulary.

We discuss the art of songwriting – combining lyrics and music to make a hit song.

According to the UN, one third of the food we grow is thrown away. How can we stop this?

We look at the role of 3D printers in medicine, and teach you some related vocabulary.

What can opinion polls really tell us?