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Addicted to sugar
How has sugar become such an important part of our diets? Neil and Georgie discuss.
Our love of pets
Why do we keep, and love, pets? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach new vocabulary.
Sexism: Female farmers fighting back
Female farmers in many countries face sexism. Some are finding ways to be fairly treated.
Learning lessons from the Moon
Summer 2023 saw two missions to the Moon. Why are scientists so keen to get there?
Could we live without plastic?
Is it time to start living without plastic? Beth and Neil discuss this.
Invasive species: Why don't we eat them?
Invasive species are causing problems for nature around the world, so why not eat them?
What and where is Little Italy?
How did Italian food become famous throughout the world? Find out with Neil and Georgie
Social media and teenage health
What are the risks of social media to teenage health and what can be done about them?
Mystery flying objects
What exactly did navy pilots see in 2004? The US investigates these UFOs now, in 2023.
Elephant-proof farming
What happens when an elephant wants to eat your crops? How can you stop it?