Which one you are may be linked more to your birthplace and age than attitude.

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How did bubble tea get its bubbles? How was this drink invented? Neil and Beth chat about this.  TRANSCRIPT
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How bubble tea got its bubbles

Are secrets always negative? Or can they be positive too? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com [Image: Getty Images] TRANSCRIPT 
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Can you keep a secret?

Could bitter foods be better for your health? (Image: Getty Images) Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: 
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Bitter food, better health?

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.  (Image: Getty) TRANSCRIPT
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Talking at the table

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) TRANSCRIPT 
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Optimists vs Pessimists

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