6 Minute English

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6 Minute English episodes

June 13, 2024 How names can tell painful stories
Can names be attached to painful histories? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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TRANSCRIPT
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June 06, 2024 Too old to have a baby?
Men and women are having babies later in life. Why? And what does society think of older parents?
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May 30, 2024 E-rickshaws driving away pollution
Are electric rickshaws the solution to urban air pollution? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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7 min
May 23, 2024 How bubble tea got its bubbles
How did bubble tea get its bubbles? How was this drink invented? Neil and Beth chat about this.
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7 min
May 16, 2024 Can you keep a secret?
Are secrets always negative? Or can they be positive too? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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May 09, 2024 Bitter food, better health?
Could bitter foods be better for your health?
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May 02, 2024 Talking at the table
A lot can happen at the dinner table, and not just eating! Beth and Neil discuss chatting at meal times and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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7 min
April 25, 2024 Eating for two
Mums-to-be often feel guilty about the food they crave in pregnancy. Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)
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April 18, 2024 Dancing for the brain
Not a dancer? You might change your mind once you hear the benefits! Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)
TRANSCRIPT  Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:  https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/6-minute-english_2023/ep-240418

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April 11, 2024 Nudges: The secrets of persuasion
Are nudges good or bad? Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you useful vocabulary.
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