Épisodes

  • Live or Livestreamed: Where’s the Best Seat for Sports?

    Live or Livestreamed: Where’s the Best Seat for Sports?
    Jun 9 2025
    Is the thrill of the crowd worth the ticket price, or does the TV offer the ultimate front-row seat? In this podcast, we dive into the pros and cons of watching live events versus enjoying the action on TV, in other words; Stadium Buzz vs. Sofa Comfort..
    Voir plus Voir moins
    14 min
  • Drug enhanced sport, for or against?

    Drug enhanced sport, for or against?
    Jun 4 2025
    Imagine the Olympics without drug testing — well, that’s the Enhanced Games planned to, take place in May 2026. The aim is to allow performance-enhancing technologies without restriction to see how human physical capacities can be pushed to the limit. What do you think? Which words come to mind ? Dangerous? Unethical? Progress? A glimpse into the future? Listen in to hear more.
    Voir plus Voir moins
    14 min
  • What’s a language SWOT?

    What’s a language SWOT?
    Jun 1 2025
    Ever heard of a SWOT ? It's often used to assess the feasibility and progress of projects, but how about applying it to your language learning ? It's a great way to kick start your motivation and learning plan by assessing your Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunties and Threats. Listen in to find out more.
    Voir plus Voir moins
    15 min
  • How streets got their names

    How streets got their names
    May 22 2025
    In this podcast we look into the origins of streets names, roads, lanes, and alleys. We explore historic figures, battles, trades and forgotten landmarks, revealing hidden histories, quirky tales, and cultural insights. This podcast will prove that street names exist for a reason.... but spoiler alert: a King didn't live in every “King Street”!
    Voir plus Voir moins
    8 min
  • How much sugar is too much?

    How much sugar is too much?
    May 1 2025
    Are you tempted by that doughnut with a generous helping of cream ? Well, you're not alone! Do you consider sugar as a sweet friend or sneaky foe? What about natural sugars in fruit? How much sugar is hidden in savoury dishes ? Listen in to find out more about sugars and where they hide in our diet.
    Voir plus Voir moins
    12 min
  • Working from home; a dream or a nightmare?

    Working from home; a dream or a nightmare?
    Apr 29 2025
    What's your experience of working from home? Does it suit your line of work? Do you feel more efficient or less? This podcast was recorded during the Covid lockdown when working from home was new to us all. How has it changed over the years? It's interesting to look back and see how attitudes have changed.
    Voir plus Voir moins
    Moins d'une minute
  • Fes, Morocco; a fascinating cultural hidden gem

    Fes, Morocco; a fascinating cultural hidden gem
    Apr 23 2025
    Listen as Sue tells Chris about her holiday in Fes, Morocco. Did she visit all the 9, 000 streets? What did she think of the Medina? How does Fes compare to other cities in Morocco? Did she buy a fes hat? What does she say about gold? What do you think surprised her? What wasn't she keen on? How many times did she eat a Tagine? Have you been to Morocco ? Let us know, we'd love to hear about your experiences.
    Voir plus Voir moins
    15 min
  • Why are we so addicted to British soaps?

    Why are we so addicted to British soaps?
    Mar 23 2025
    Drama, drama, drama, this word sums up the British soaps ! From the drama filled streets of Coronation Street to the iconic squares of EastEnders, British soap operas have been the cornerstone of British TV with their unforgettable characters, shocking twists, and stories that reflect real life. These shows keep us hooked and in this podcast we try to find out why. What’s your favorite British soap moment? Let us know in the comments!
    Voir plus Voir moins
    16 min