6 Minute English Episodes Available now

How pandemics end
Covid-19, The Black Death ... We discuss what happens when deadly diseases go global.

Confused by modern idioms?
We talk about some new expressions that have been introduced to English through the media

Which are more dangerous: Sharks or humans?
From monster killers of the sea to endangered species - we talk sharks and vocabulary.

Climate change and evolution
We discuss the impact of climate change on today's wildlife.

Preserving traditional recipes
We discuss the tastes of our childhood and teach new vocabulary.

Restoring trust in science
Modern scientists are under pressure from critics motivated by political views.

The Manhattan Project
Learn about the invention of the atomic bomb

Island life: Is it paradise?
Rob and Sam discuss some of the problems Pacific islanders face and teach vocabulary.

The technology of translation
What is the relationship between translation, technology and the human brain?

What is the Platinum Jubilee?
We talk about a very British tradition involving Queen Elizabeth II