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6 Minute English

BBC Radio
Climate Change
Artificial Intelligence
Nutrition
Mental Health
Social Media
BBC Learning English
Sitting
Acne
Snacking
Crisps
Robotics
Healthy Eating
Child Development
Nudge Theory
Plastic Pollution
Elderly Care
Whales
English Language
BBC Radio 4
India

Learn and practise useful English with clips from programmes around the BBC.

Each week, we talk about an interesting topic and learn helpful words and phrases used in natural spoken English - all in 6 minutes!

Practise your listening and hear natural spoken English.

Find more at www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish

Follow us at www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus

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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 ke... more

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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 w... more

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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 affe... more

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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 t... more

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Radhika Kozler
Climatology expert
Episode: Is aircon the answer to a heating world?
Marie-Pierre Saint-Onge
Researcher studying nutrition and sleep
Episode: What should you eat for a better night’s sleep?
Ali Hare
Sleep doctor
Episode: What should you eat for a better night’s sleep?
Hannah Gelbart
Host of the BBC World Service podcast What in the World
BBC World Service
Episode: Is rejection good for us?
Claudia Hammond
Psychologist
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Episode: Is rejection good for us?
Ade Madiati
BBC World Service reporter who spoke with Mama Shilpa on Rote
BBC World Service
Episode: Who does the housework?
Mama Shilpa
Community leader featured on Rote
Orenji NGO
Episode: Who does the housework?
Anna Maria Socho
Project worker leading workshops in Croatia
Status M NGO
Episode: Who does the housework?
Kate Marvel
NASA climate scientist
NASA
Episode: How do climate scientists make predictions?

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Neil
Host with long-running involvement across episodes; often presents and guides discussions.
Pippa
Co-host frequently guiding segments and interacting with guests.
Phil
Co-host or host contributing expertise and framing topics.
Becca
Host with recurring involvement; contributes to language focus and onboarding.
Georgie
Regular host providing language-focused hosting and Q&A segments.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 27.9k ratings
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    Alexander and Amanda
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学习资源丰富,适合英语学习者和教师作为补充材料
多语言听众对内容的多样性和实际用法评价积极

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What should you eat for a better night’s sleep?
Q: Have they found that particular foods are better for our sleep than others?
Evidence focuses more on nutrients than individual foods. Higher fibre and lower saturated fat are associated with more deep sleep, while research on specific foods remains limited.
What should you eat for a better night’s sleep?
Q: Do scientists think that what we eat affects how we sleep?
Long-term studies associate healthier diets with better-quality sleep, while smaller studies examine particular foods and sleep in laboratory settings.
Why does heartbreak hurt so much?
Q: In the 1950s, psychologists noticed a link between children's early bonds with their parents and their romantic relationships as adults. Is the theory called A. Contraction theory, B. Attachment theory, or C. Superstition theory?
Attachment theory, which was confirmed later in the discussion, was the correct option and acknowledged as the theory linking early parental bonds to adult relationships.
How do climate scientists make predictions?
Q: Which unit do scientists use to measure the Earth's energy imbalance?
Watts per square meter.
Stress-free family meals
Q: What is considered the correct approach to avoid turn meals into a battleground?
Don't pressure your child to eat everything on the plate; instead offer choices and create a relaxed mealtime atmosphere.

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A concise, language-learning focused show that uses short, transcript-friendly episodes to teach practical English and common phrases through a wide range of topics. Across recent samples, listeners are exposed to science explanations, climate, sports ethics, urban planning, parenting, and cultural topics, all paired with vocabulary in context and brief quizzes. The format blends expert commentary with real-world examples, vocabulary explanations, and light storytelling, making it useful for learners who want to hear natural speech in brief, repeatable bites. A standout aspect is the recurring use of guest experts and researchers to ground explanations, plus a steady emphasis on accessible English and take-away phrases for everyday use.

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