6 Minute English

Could vaccines cure cancer?

<p>When was the last time you had a vaccination, and what was it for? Many of us get vaccinations when we are children or when we go travelling, but did you know that scientists have been developing vaccines that can be personalised to help your body keep itself clear of some specific cancer types? Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>6 Minute English now has a VIDEO VERSION! 6 Minute English now comes with a video! It's the same programme that you know and love, but now you can see us! Watch this podcast here (and find a free worksheet): <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261105">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261105</a> Let us know what you think of the new version of 6 Minute English at <a href="mailto:learningenglish@bbc.co.uk">learningenglish@bbc.co.uk</a></p><p>Sign up for our email newsletter for tips and updates: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p><p>Follow us on social media @bbclearningenglish</p>

Is aircon the answer to a heating world?

<p>Do you ever feel it is too hot to sleep? With climate change gradually increasing world temperatures, people across the world are becoming increasingly affected by hot weather. In many locations, air conditioning is used to help cool down homes and workplaces, but not everyone has access to this. And it isn't just about getting a good night's sleep – extremely hot weather can be a serious health risk. Georgie and Neil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>6 Minute English now has a VIDEO VERSION! 6 Minute English now comes with a video! It's the same programme that you know and love, but now you can see us! Watch this podcast here (and find a free worksheet): <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261029">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261029</a> Let us know what you think of the new version of 6 Minute English at <a href="mailto:learningenglish@bbc.co.uk">learningenglish@bbc.co.uk</a></p><p>Sign up for our email newsletter for tips and updates: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p><p>Follow us on social media @bbclearningenglish</p>

What should you eat for a better night’s sleep?

<p>Have you ever had the feeling of lying awake at night, unable to get to sleep? Many of us know what it is like to struggle with sleep, especially if we have drunk too much tea or coffee before bed! But did you know that your sleep quality can be affected by other parts of your diet too? Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Get a free transcript and quiz at bbclearningenglish.com (currently experiencing technical issues).</p><p>Sign up for our email newsletter for tips and updates: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p><p>Follow us on social media @bbclearningenglish</p>

Why has gold got so expensive?

<p>Many of us own jewellery or other items that are gold coloured, but do you own anything that is made from real gold? Gold is a precious metal, which means that there is a limited supply in the world. This not only makes it expensive, but also means that it holds a relatively stable value. So, why are investors interested in it, and should the rest of us start buying more of it? Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>6 Minute English now has a VIDEO VERSION! 6 Minute English now comes with a video! It's the same programme that you know and love, but now you can see us! Watch this podcast here (and find a free worksheet): <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261015">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261015</a> Let us know what you think of the new version of 6 Minute English at <a href="mailto:learningenglish@bbc.co.uk">learningenglish@bbc.co.uk</a></p>

Are people drinking less alcohol?

<p>In recent generations many people have chosen to stop drinking alcohol. Surveys from the UK suggest that 16 to 24-year-olds are more likely to be non-drinkers than the older generations. Many people are sharing their experience of drinking less alcohol or being completely sober on social media. Some people have been saying that they want to go out more to drink and have fun with friends, but they have concerns about fitness and wellness. Georgie and Neil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. </p><p>6 Minute English now has a VIDEO VERSION! 6 Minute English now comes with a video! It's the same programme that you know and love, but now you can see us! Watch this podcast here (and find a free worksheet): </p><p><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261008">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261008</a> Let us know what you think of the new version of 6 Minute English at <a href="mailto:learningenglish@bbc.co.uk">learningenglish@bbc.co.uk</a></p>

Why does heartbreak hurt so much?

<p>Anyone who has had their heart broken will know how horrible it feels. But did you know that the pain you feel is not just imaginary – it registers in the same part of the brain that processes physical pain. So, why do we feel this pain? And if it feels so bad, what is the point of being in love in the first place? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>6 Minute English now has a VIDEO VERSION! 6 Minute English now comes with a video! It's the same programme that you know and love, but now you can see us! Watch this podcast here (and find a free worksheet): <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261001">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-261001</a> Let us know what you think of the new version of 6 Minute English at <a href="mailto:learningenglish@bbc.co.uk">learningenglish@bbc.co.uk</a></p>

Why do we itch?

<p>Feeling itchy is unpleasant, and the feeling of finally scratching that itch can be very satisfying! But why do we feel itchy in the first place? And is it possible to catch an itch from someone else? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>6 Minute English now has a VIDEO VERSION! 6 Minute English now comes with a video! It's the same programme that you know and love, but now you can see us! Watch this podcast here (and find a free worksheet): <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260924">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260924</a></p><p>Let us know what you think of the new version of 6 Minute English at <a href="mailto:learningenglish@bbc.co.uk">learningenglish@bbc.co.uk</a></p>

Is rejection good for us?

<p>How would you feel about going up to a stranger on the street and asking them for a cheeky favour? If the idea makes you nervous, then don't worry – you are not alone! But recently, some people have been filming themselves doing this, as part of a social media trend called 'rejection therapy'. It's not an officially recognised form of therapy, but some have found that it improves their confidence. Georgie and Neil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>6 Minute English now has a VIDEO VERSION! 6 Minute English now comes with a video! It's the same programme that you know and love, but now you can see us! Watch this podcast here (and find a free worksheet): <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260917">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260917</a></p><p>Let us know what you think of the new version of 6 Minute English at <a href="mailto:learningenglish@bbc.co.uk">learningenglish@bbc.co.uk</a></p>

Can apps teach you a language?

<p>Have you ever used Duolingo, Babbel, Busuu or perhaps another language-learning app? How did you get on? Some people love the convenience of these apps – you can learn on the go, like during your commute to work, rather than committing to a certain time each week, like learning in a class. But are they teaching the languages effectively? Neil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260910">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260910</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

Climate change and extreme weather

<p>Every year we see damage, death and destruction caused by hurricanes, cyclones and typhoons - tropical storms. Is climate change making this impact worse? Climate change may be making this destruction worse. Phil is joined by BBC weather presenter and meteorologist Sarah Keith-Lucas to learn more about this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260903">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260903</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

How do we describe smells?

<p>What is the worst smell in the world? And what is the best smell? Are there any smells that you like, but that your friends or family hate? Smells are all around us all the time, but the English language is often quite general in the way it describes smells, as opposed to other senses like sounds or tastes. But why is this? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260827">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260827</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

Sharing the road with driverless cars

<p>Imagine crossing a road and turning to see a car heading towards you... without a driver! While this might seem scary, driverless cars are already operating safely in many cities around the world. These autonomous cars contain huge amounts of technology to help them drive alongside other road users carefully. But will humans behave as carefully around them? Can we communicate clearly with these 'robotaxis', or are we simply incompatible? Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Learn English from authentic BBC programme clips. Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260820">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260820</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a> Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

Who does the housework?

<p>Unloading the dishwasher, mopping the floor, cleaning the loo... what is your most hated household chore? We all know there are jobs around the house which have to be done regularly, even if they are sometimes boring or unpleasant. But who tends to do the most amount of jobs in your household? And is there anyone who isn't pulling their weight...? Pippa and Neil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Learn English from authentic BBC programme clips. Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260813">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260813</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here:</p><p><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

How do climate scientists make predictions?

<p>Across the world, climate change is already beginning to change the way we live our lives. But how big will that change be and what kinds of change will occur? These are the kinds of questions that scientists have been asking for decades. So, how exactly do they try to find answers to such complex questions about the future? Understanding where we are heading might help humanity prepare for the consequences of climate change. Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Learn English from authentic BBC programme clips. Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260806">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260806</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here:</p><p><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

The Enhanced Games

<p>What would the world of athletics look like if athletes were allowed to take drugs? Pippa and Neil discuss the Enhanced Games. </p><p>Learn English from authentic BBC programme clips. Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260730">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260730</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: </p><p><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

Children in warzones

<p>The most recent figure from 2024 says that 520 million children are living in conflict zones. That's about one in every five children worldwide. Some of the discussions in this episode will be about death and trauma. Neil and Becca hear from a journalist who has spent some time with children in warzones and discuss the topic in simpler English.</p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260723">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260723</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

What's in a footballer's brain?

<p>Football players are faster than ever before. But in a game where every tiny decision counts, elite clubs are turning to neuroscience to understand how players can think, decide and perform even faster. Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260716">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260716</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

Should we cycle more?

<p>When did you learn to ride a bike? Perhaps you learnt as a child and have not cycled for a long time. Well don't worry, you can pick it up again quickly – it's just like riding a bike! And if you have never cycled, it's not too late to start. With new cycle tracks and electric bikes, cycling is becoming more and more accessible. Neil and Becca discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260709">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260709</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

Rude emails

<p>What is the rudest email you have ever received? We all deal with emails on a daily basis, but sometimes people can write them too quickly, without thinking enough about how it makes the other person feel. Is there anything that people write in emails which you find impolite? And have you ever sent a rude email yourself...? Phil and Becca discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260702">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260702</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

Stress-free family meals

<p>Are you a fussy eater? Many of us remember foods that we used to hate as children – some of us still do hate those foods! But what can parents do to help encourage their children to eat a healthy diet, without turning every dinner into disaster? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260625">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260625</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

Limiting screen time for children

<p>Many parents worry that their children spend too much time on screens. Governments around the world, such as in the UK, Australia and China, are introducing online safety measures to limit the amount of screen time for children or prevent them accessing social media. Neil and Becca talk about their own screen time and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260618">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260618</a></p><p>Practise your listening with The Listening Room here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Subscribe to our newsletters here: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599">https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599</a></p>

How advertisers make us spend money

<p>What was the last thing you bought? And can you remember why you bought that particular thing, rather than something else? We all like to think we make rational, independent choices when we buy things, but advertisers are constantly trying different strategies to influence us to behave differently. Pippa and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. </p><p>Listen to natural English conversations with Real Easy English: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english</a></p><p>Learn English from the news: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026</a></p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260611">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260611</a></p>

The power of poetry

<p>Do you like to read poetry? When was the last time you heard someone recite a poem? Some people may just think of poetry as something they studied at school, but for many people it has a powerful presence in their lives. Poetry can help you connect with others, come to terms with personal emotions, or even spread the word about important global events. If you think poetry is not for you, perhaps you just haven't found the right poem yet! Neil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Listen to natural English conversations with Real Easy English: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english</a></p><p>Learn English from the news: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026</a></p><p>Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260604">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260604</a></p>

Living with debt

<p>Many people have to borrow money to make big purchases, like buying a house or a car. When you do this, you have to pay the money back over time – the money you owe is a debt. With the current cost of living getting increasingly high, some people are having to borrow money even for everyday purchases like bills and food. Sometimes this debt can get out of control, which causes anxiety and stress. Neil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Find a transcript and worksheet at: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260528">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260528</a></p><p>Got another 6 Minutes? Try Real Easy English to learn from natural English conversations: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/</a> Learn English from the biggest news stories from around the world: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026</a></p><p>Search 'BBC Learning English' in your podcast app to find our other programmes or visit bbclearningenglish.com</p>

Making cities feel quieter

<p>What do you prefer – the sounds of birdsong and wind rustling in the trees, or the hum of traffic and chatter of people passing by? Some people like the quiet of the countryside and others love the noise of the city, but did you know that constant exposure to loud noise has been found to increase anxiety? That's why some people have been trying to find ways to make our cities feel quieter. Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. </p><p>Find a transcript and worksheet at: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260521">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260521</a></p><p>Got another 6 Minutes? Try Real Easy English to learn from natural English conversations: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/</a> Learn English from the biggest news stories from around the world: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026</a></p><p>Search 'BBC Learning English' in your podcast app to find our other programmes or visit bbclearningenglish.com</p>

How reading shapes your brain

<p>Do you remember what it was like before you learnt to read? It's hard to think back that far! Scientific research has shown that learning to read changes the way our brains work. Not only that, but depending on the language you are reading, your brain changes in different ways. Becca and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Find a transcript and worksheet at: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260514">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260514</a></p><p>Got another 6 Minutes? Try Real Easy English to learn from natural English conversations: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/</a> Learn English from the biggest news stories from around the world: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2026</a></p><p>Search 'BBC Learning English' in your podcast app to find our other programmes or visit bbclearningenglish.com</p>

Searching for life on another planet

<p>Will we ever be able to live on a planet that isn't Earth? A science and space journalist explainss the latest research and data collected from planet TRAPPIST-1e. Neil and Becca teach you some new language to understand this potentially habitable planet.</p><p>Find a transcript and worksheet at: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260507">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260507</a></p><p>Practise your listening skills at: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room</a></p><p>Learn language to use at work in Office English: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english</a></p><p>Get our latest programmes. Subscribe to our free email newsletter: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters</a></p>

Should we eat ultra-processed food?

<p>What is your ultra-processed guilty pleasure? Many of us love home-cooked food, but when we're in a rush, it's often more convenient to eat snacks, or to buy quick, easy meals from the supermarket which we simply have to heat up. These are often ultra-processed forms of food, which recent studies have linked to poor health. Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Find a transcript and worksheet at: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260430">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260430</a></p><p>Learn language to use at work in Office English: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english</a></p><p>Get our latest programmes. Subscribe to our free email newsletter: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters</a></p>

Why are we all so stressed?

<p>Worrying about exams, work or climate change in the news. It's no wonder modern life is stressful. Becca and Neil hear from a presenter and psychologist about managing stress. Learn some tips to help with worrying and stress, as well as some new vocabulary and phrases!</p><p>Find a transcript and worksheet at: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260423">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260423</a></p><p>Learn language to use at work in Office English: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english</a></p><p>Get our latest programmes. Subscribe to our free email newsletter: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters</a></p>

Love the foods you hate

<p>Are there some foods that you just hate? Have you ever hated a food in the past but started liking it? We hear from a food expert and a dietitian about why there are some foods we just hate and even fear, and whether it's possible to learn to love them. Neil and Becca discuss this, learn some tips for loving the foods you hate, and teach you some new vocabulary.</p><p>Find a transcript and worksheet at: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260416">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260416</a></p><p>Learn language to use at work in Office English: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english</a></p><p>Get our latest programmes. Subscribe to our free email newsletter: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters">https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters</a></p>