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6 Minute English

BBC Radio
Plastic Pollution
Nutrition
Moon
Female Farmers
Pets
Greed
Loneliness
Healthy Eating
Sexism
Victorian Era
Sugar
Brain Health
Batch Cooking
Chemical Recycling
Period Poverty
Mental Health
Algorithms
Adolescents
Italian Cuisine
Little Italy

Learn and practise useful English language for everyday situations. Find more at www.bbclearningenglish.com Follow us at www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus

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Neil
Host of 6 Minute English, engaging listeners in interactive discussions to improve English language skills across various topics.
Beth
Co-host of 6 Minute English, contributing to lively conversations aimed at enhancing everyday English language learning.
Phil
Host of 6 Minute English, providing expert-led discussions around relevant subjects to improve English understanding and skills.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 26.1k ratings
  • Mehr Werbung als

    … englisch? Wollte mal reinhören aber sorry…. Jede Folge lange Werbung, dann wird mir dreimal erklärt das es von der BBC ist… und nach 2min kommt 6min Englisch? Sorry…

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    1
    Rock7719
    Germanya month ago
  • 听不了!

    别的都能打开,就这个不行

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    5
    自动跳转到其他app
    Chinaa month ago
  • 완전 좋아요

    영어를 좋아하는 초5입니다!! 1년전부터 항상 아침이나 밥먹을때 bbc시리즈를 틀어놔요

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    ellin🤓
    South Korea2 months ago
  • ipad现在🪜也不能听了,挂🇺🇸区的不行吗

    怎么听啊

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    5
    benTleymeng
    China2 months ago
  • 为什么听不了

    谁能告诉我怎么才能听到

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    1
    清筱子
    China2 months ago

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How are influencers affecting politics?
Q: The most followed Instagram account of 2025 belongs to footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. But how many followers does he have?
C. 667 million
How important is play?
Q: In which country did adventure playgrounds start?
They started in Denmark.
Do you like garlic?
Q: Which of the following varieties of garlic grew in the former USSR?
Fire grew in the former USSR, specifically Georgian fire, which is a hot white garlic from the Republic of Georgia.
Are we too fixated on protein?
Q: Who is the Irishman Patrick Callaghan?
He is the winner of the 2024 Mr. Universe bodybuilding contest.
Have you ever seen a whale?
Q: Which whale species is the smallest?
The smallest whale species is the vaquita whale, which is about 1.5 meters long.

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What is 6 Minute English about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content showcases a variety of everyday topics, catering to listeners interested in enhancing their English language skills while engaging with interesting subject matter. Episodes frequently touch on themes such as technology, personal well-being, cultural phenomena, and social issues, often featuring expert insights and thought-provoking discussions. A unique aspect of this show is its blend of language education and contemporary themes, making learning both relevant and enjoyable for non-native speakers searching for authentic language practice in real-world contexts. The informal yet informative style is likely to appeal to learners at various proficiency levels who are eager to improve their listening skills and vocabulary through ... more

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