NeilAccording to the novelist Sandra Newman, and other academics, there are seven classic plotlines which are constantly being recycled into new stories. Sophie and Neil discuss how feeling lonely can help us to survive, How do you see yourself and how do others see you? Big bushy beards have become so fashionable that there's now an art exhibition dedicated to them, A London apartment block has front and back entrances for private and social housing - or so-called rich and poor doors. Fake or real: What’s the best tree to have at Christmas? Later that night I heard a noise. Can a battle of ideas be a constructive exercise? Neil and Alice discuss how some charities are helping those in need. Are the days of paying by cash for a latte or a newspaper nearly gone? Rob and Finn discuss the benefits of sleeping on the job. The future of cities after the Covid-19 crisis. Listen to Rob and Neil’s chat and learn some related vocabulary. Is it right to sleep at work? Do you care if you're poor when you're old? What goes on in the brain and the body when we listen to Adele? Listen to Rob and Neil and learn new vocabulary, Is learning English getting easier? How generous are you? I’m Neil. More people are going to the gym to get fitter but why? Each episode is between 6 and 10 minutes long. Neil and Dan discuss the pros and cons of working while you're still at school. We promise you won't be bored! Listen to Rob and Finn's chat and learn new vocabulary, Nowhere to park? So, my quiz question is this: which of the following well-known folk tales is a ‘defeating the monster’ story? Listen to Neil and Harry’s conversation and learn some related vocabulary. Listen to the programme to find out the answer. RobI asked when the word first appeared in print in English. What makes a good comedian? Was I right? This is not a word-for-word transcript 6 Minute English ©British Broadcasting Corporation 2020 bbclearningenglish.com Page 1 of 5 Neil Hello. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Winston Churchill’s death. What will the jobs market look like after the coronavirus pandemic ends? Neil and Finn discuss the future of our jobs. Andy Scott, authorThese are the first moments of interaction we have with people. Listen to Rob and Harry’s discussion, and learn some related vocabulary. Surf in South Africa, skateboarding in Afghanistan – are making poor children more assertive. Sophie and Neil discuss how feeling lonely can help us to survive, How do you see yourself and how do others see you? Listen in to Rob and Neil to find out if it's a useful skill or just an annoying habit. How good are they for our health? 3379 148. colinsyuan に公開 2018 年 04 月 03 日 This is 6 Minute English from BBC Learning English. Alice and Rob discuss the challenges of a job thousands of people are keen on, Do you believe men walked on the Moon? Does your age affect your political views? Football songs: Why are crowds so quiet these days? If you are sitting at a desk or answering the phone, stop for a moment and ask: could a robot or machine do this job better? Consumers are less keen to keep quiet when they are not happy with the service. Why are millennials so attracted to starting their own businesses? Rob And I’m Rob. A policeman, a pilot, a chef - what's our fascination with uniforms? Listen to Rob and Neil describing the struggles of that ground-breaking space mission whilst explaining some related vocabulary. Learn about the first 'modern celebrity'. Rob and Alice discuss what risk to your health regular drinking may have, What does it take to impress the ladies in the 21st century? How much do you know about the food you eat? Neil and Catherine discuss human behaviour. Young entrepreneurs are appearing everywhere. We discuss the issues and the progress that's being made. And who should we place our trust in? So, let’s recap the vocabulary we’ve learned, starting with folk tales – popular stories that have been told and passed down over generations. Find out what's new, Why do we buy so much food and not eat it all? Was Charles Darwin the only man with ideas about evolution? Studies have shown that about 40% of the variation in a person's weight is influenced by genes. OK, let’s try another story: Once upon a time there was a beautiful servant girl who lived with her wicked stepmother and two jealous stepsisters…. Alice and Neil discuss the topic and teach you a tidy amount of vocabulary, Is food labelling clear enough to help us make healthy choices? People would keep repeating 'hello, hello' while they were waiting to be connected. Rob and Neil talk about someone else who discovered it first. Neil and Alice discuss the need to adapt to the changes ahead, Did you ever own a Walkman or a record player? Are food allergies on the increase and if so, why? Alice and Neil discuss the psychological pressures of going to university. CatherineLaura says 'hello' hasn't always meant 'hello' – originally it was just a shout to attract someone's attention. Rob and Alice discuss why it can be difficult to get on with tasks, Why do we like to impersonate people? But when did it first appear in print in English? I looked into my face reflecting in the glass, when suddenly - my eye winked! Would this make you love them less? Tim and Neil talk about interactions that can be misunderstood by people of different backgrounds. We discuss this new term without causing offence! Learn more about food waste. For more, find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, and of course our website! GeorginaI said the answer was b) Beauty and the Beast. Debating veganism: How to change someone's opinion, What chickens can teach us about hierarchies. For a better experience please enable Javascript in your browser, Tim's Pronunciation Workshop (intermediate). Dan and Neil discuss all this and give you six useful items of vocabulary. Sandwiches are the most popular lunchtime meal in the UK, but why? What part of our body have scientists discovered can heal and help us? Pond scum - the new superfood which could benefit your health and the planet. RobOK, let's get back to the one word we really shouldn't get in a muddle about, 'hello'. Alice and Rob consider which study techniques are good and which aren't. Rob Well, I have, Neil. Hundreds of millions of us make the same journey day in day out. Do you chew gum and what do you do with it when you've finished? Welcome to 6 Minute English. Are we born with the ability to cope well with difficult situations? It's usually the first word you say to people, but the word 'hello' has an unusual history. Workers in Sweden take part in experiment which allows them to get in and out of their office without a key, ID or password. Alice and Neil discuss how this Asian leaf conquered the world. Take a hike with Alice and Neil and learn new vocabulary. We explore how simple smiley faces have become powerful communication tools. When enemy soldiers sang together in WW1. Today, we're talking about the present perfect and the past simple tenses. Rob and Finn discuss a project which aims to inspire through stories of a bright future. RobGreetings are the subject of a new book, by former British diplomat Andy Scott, called One Kiss or Two: In Search of the Perfect Greeting. Rob and Neil discuss how we got them and what our chins say about us. In this way they create wish-fulfillment – the achievement of what we really want and desire. Neil and Alice discuss the long-lasting appeal of this man with a bow and how he has changed over the centuries. Where does 'hello' come from? Street food: Why is it becoming so popular? So you just pop your phone on the table, and technology does the rest! Would you pay more for coffee if you knew it was doing some good? The London school where students speak 42 different languages, Laughter isn't always the best medicine, says research, Are your pictures, documents and videos safe online? Why more of us are getting fitter together. NeilA good storyteller will never ramble - talk in a confused way, often going off the subject or not making much sense. Alice and Finn talk about the passion some people have for danger and the unseen threats we face every day. What makes us angry and why is aggression useful? Libra, Bitcoin... would you invest in digital money? Are you an emoji person? Why does seeing someone yawn make you yawn? And before long, this became the actual way to greet somebody on the telephone. RobWhich is good, because when I get in a muddle, you're always very understanding! If you are sitting at a desk or answering the phone, stop for a moment and ask: could a robot or machine do this job better? Neil…wrong! Hear all about the Skylab astronauts’ disagreement with mission control, Hear about digital technology which helps blind people improve their lives, Hear about what small things you can do to feel happier about life, Hear about Covid-19 and how our knowledge has changed, Hear about singing and why it’s good to do it, Hear about why some people are choosing to freelance, Hear about storytelling and how it helps us to connect and communicate. You’re scaring me! Is that a good or bad thing? Hello, Neil! Have you ever thought about what sort of funeral you would like to have? Alice and Neil talk about their preferences, Alice and Neil discuss circadian rhythms – the so-called body clock that influences an organism's daily cycle of changes, Sophie and Neil discuss why the last pharaoh of Egypt still fascinates people today, Why do we fear animals that pose no threat to us? What's behind the trend for having more than one career? You might get in a muddle if one person expects two kisses and the other expects only one. Learn more about food waste. This is not a word-for-word transcript 6 Minute English ©British Broadcasting Corporation 2019 bbclearningenglish.com Page 1 of 5 Neil Hello, and welcome to 6 Minute English… Neil and Alice discuss the need to adapt to the changes ahead, Did you ever own a Walkman or a record player? Rob and Finn discuss the World Health Organisation's recommendations on e-cigarettes, Should we eat less sugar? Neil and Alice discuss the threat to The Great Barrier Reef, the Grand Canyon, and the Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru, Why do some weeks just fly by but sometimes minutes can seem like hours? Hear about projects to create liveable underwater habitats, Volunteer hackers are invited to prevent election cyber-attacks, Hear the iconic environmentalist Jane Goodall talk about the deep connections between humans and the great apes, Learn about Web Science, a new academic subject about the internet. Neil and Catherine talk about genealogy, The increased study of extremophile microbes has revealed a lot about what is and is not needed to sustain life on Earth. See if you can spot his answer. Does recycling coffee cups make a difference? Would you all but give up eating meat to save the environment? GeorginaWell, Neil, there are two sides to every story, as the saying goes. Tea comes in different forms – milky, sweet or spicy. Every day we have a new video to help you learn the English language. They also teach some related vocabulary. This sense comes from the literal meaning – a field full of explosive landmines! How to change this? Rob and Neil talk about someone else who discovered it first. We live in a richer world. Relax, slow down and breathe. Is that a good or bad thing? Have you ever thought about what sort of funeral you would like to have? Can companies operate better without managers? Do people still buy cameras when everybody is keen on selfies? The bicycle is the most popular form of two-wheeled transport in the world, but could we all soon be using hoverboards? There’s a fresh interest in keeping cars out of cities. A scheme to save the Asian elephant in China could provide an answer. A popular job at this time of year is playing the part of Santa. What are the modern day dilemmas in using a lift? Neil and Sophie discuss how social media is changing the way we interact. Could we live without plastic? Fifty years ago, on 18 March 1965, Soviet astronaut Alexei Leonov took the first space walk. Listen to Rob and Neil’s chat and learn some related vocabulary. What's the positive side of feeling good when bad things happen to people you envy? What does our brain tell us to do when faced with a dating app? Why more of us are getting fitter together. Will we still be speaking in an English we recognise in a thousand years' time? Bored? What does our brain tell us to do when faced with a dating app? So today in 6 Minute English we're digging a little deeper into the world of greetings and the fascinating history of 'hello'. What’s your personality type? The former US First Lady and her mission to inspire women. Does recycling coffee cups make a difference? 6 Minute from Bbc Learning English hello and welcome to 6 minute grammar with me Catherine and me Neil Hello. I’m Rob. a)    in the 1890sb)    the 1950s orc)    the1820s. Neil and Alice discuss the issue and teach you related vocabulary. Pedestrianisation - is it good for cities and towns? CatherineAnd we had bond – a connection. Can a battle of ideas be a constructive exercise? Learn how to speak English with the BBC. minefield subject full of hidden problems, air-kissa kiss which does not touch the face, but goes very close, ritualpattern of behaviour in a certain context, to hailto greet someone loudly from a distance, Note: This is not a word for word transcript. How much do you know about the food you eat? Alice and Rob discuss why some people are suspicious about everything, You've decluttered and tidied but could you live life free of stuff? How did a man fall from a 47 storey skyscraper and survive? We promise you won’t be blinded with science! Is honesty really the best policy? Now, Scott acknowledges how difficult greetings can be – using the very British slang phrase – to get in a muddle. Neil and Catherine discuss human behaviour. Going to a party where you don't know anyone? Why do gibbons sing duets and what has this got to do with the evolution of the human language? GeorginaClassic stories work because they tap into basic human emotions – they understand and express what it means to be human. Have we lost respect for those who disagree with us? What’s your personality type? Alice and Neil talk about the role that diet has to play in this global health problem, Why do we procrastinate? How small changes can make a big difference to people with mental health issues at work. Listen to Neil and Mike’s discussion, and learn new vocabulary. Would you tell a robot your deepest secrets? Listen to Neil and Rob discussing mood swings, risk taking, and why people make fun of teenagers, while they also explore some related vocabulary. Alice and Neil make some educated guesses! And just why are greetings so important? CatherineWe both started with what is probably the best-known greeting in English and one of the first words English language students learn, and that is 'hello'! Hello. Finally, to hail – it's to greet someone loudly, especially from a distance. Cheap production of clothes is being blamed for contributing to global warming. Telling stories is a powerful way to connect and communicate with people - they help us make sense of the world. Neil and Catherine explore mindfulness - what it is and what benefits it offers. Young entrepreneurs are appearing everywhere. Do you choose trendy items or old comfortable ones? Do you chew gum and what do you do with it when you've finished? Neil and Rob talk about the animal symbol of Easter in literature and in the real world. Why are we so fascinated with the superheroes that populate our cinema screens and comic books? Georgina ... Hello, hello Episode 180301 ... Why do some weeks just fly by but sometimes minutes can seem like hours? The floorboards were creaking as I walked towards the mirror. Debating veganism: How to change someone's opinion, What chickens can teach us about hierarchies. Rob Surprisingly, the word 'hello' is not as old as you might think. Do you dress formally or casually? It's amazing! Cheap production of clothes is being blamed for contributing to global warming. Hear about comfort food and why we eat it, Hear about why fat-shaming is on the rise, Hear about coronavirus and how it isn’t that bad compared to historical pandemics, Hear about how trees can communicate with each other. Listen in to Rob and Neil to find out if it's a useful skill or just an annoying habit. Listen to Neil and Harry’s chat and learn some related vocabulary. Close to the cheek, but don't touch. It's been described as the world's largest and most democratic classical music festival. CatherineSo before we go, let's have a look at today's vocabulary again. The treatments that help people stay mentally healthy. Learn why this tasty snack became popular with the Industrial Revolution. This is 6 Minute English from BBC Learning English… Call them what you want – trainers, sneakers, tennis shoes – but why does everybody love them so much? Neil and Georgina talk about the origins of Covid-19 and teach you related vocabulary. Listen to Neil and Finn's conversation and learn some new words. How can remote parts of the world get access to the internet? One word he uses to mean 'relationship' or 'connection' is bond. We discuss this new term without causing offence! New apps are transforming the way people order food from home, Listen to civil rights activist, Tarana Burke, who coined the phrase. We might want to check if our friendship has grown by offering something warmer than usual – like a hug instead of a handshake. Alice and Rob ask how far hypocrisy is actually part of who we are, Do you have what it takes to go to space? Listen to Rob and Harry’s discussion, and learn some related vocabulary. Sophie and Neil discuss the bike's mass appeal, from helping to widen the gene pool to blazing a trail for the women’s movement, Sophie and Neil discuss social networks and why we often use different identities for different social media, Free, digital news is threatening traditional newspapers. Did you know that when the entire body is aging hair can grow stronger? And should your lips touch their cheek? Are you aware of how much of the sweet stuff you eat? we'll explain what they are. Neil: Hi there Rob. And we'll say 'hello again' to 'hello' a little later in the programme. Research shows that it actually influences us more than we realise - whether we're at the movies, the supermarket, or down the pub, Coffee is now the most popular drink in the world. Do we only learn language from our mother? Dan and Neil discuss the rise of the machines, Are you trying to give up drinking this month? But the gap between rich and poor is still very wide in individual countries. If you get in a muddle, you become confused or lost. What is it and is there really a 'perfect body'? Rob and Will talk about the meaning of clothes. Alice and Neil discuss penicillin, the so-called wonder drug discovered in 1928 by Alexander Fleming, What might the world look like if temperatures keep rising? But should they be going to a region with such a sensitive environment? Neil and Alice discuss rhetoric, commas and full stops. Neil and Sam discuss objectification. We can reaffirm our bonds, which means we confirm them and make them stronger. Rob: Hello and welcome to 6 Minute English-ロブ: こんにちは。 the show that brings you an interesting. Listen to Rob and Neil's conversation and learn some related vocabulary. Listen to Rob and Finn’s chat and learn some related vocabulary. Shopping online in the middle of the night is becoming popular but, is it always a good idea? This is 6 Minute English from BBC Learning English. The word snowflake has taken on a new meaning. Listen to Rob and Neil’s conversation and learn some new vocabulary. Neil…and other plots such as ‘comedies’, ‘adventures’ and ‘tragedies’. Why is punctuation important? Neil and Alice discuss the threat to The Great Barrier Reef, the Grand Canyon, and the Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru, Why do some weeks just fly by but sometimes minutes can seem like hours? Listen to Rob and Finn discussing the history and chemical properties of gum and why it's messing up our streets whilst explaining some related vocabulary, Food banks provide food to people in the UK who can't afford to buy their own. How the sharing economy is changing the way we use our space, How can science fiction help the world? The number of bees is declining at an alarming rate, with serious consequences for humans. Neil and Alice discuss fitness and New Year's resolutions. A policeman, a pilot, a chef - what's our fascination with uniforms? Where did today's English language really come from? Listen to Neil and Finn's conversation and learn some new words. But should they be going to a region with such a sensitive environment? Neil and Catherine talk about genealogy, The increased study of extremophile microbes has revealed a lot about what is and is not needed to sustain life on Earth. Anxious about talking to people you don't know? I’m joined today by Neil. Neil and Finn guide you through the BBC Proms, What an awful sound - cracking your knuckles! Neil tries out his best impression of Elvis while teaching you some related vocabulary. They’ll discuss how hot it is – and whether there are any dinosaurs living there! They’ll discuss how hot it is – and whether there are any dinosaurs living there! Is it a good idea? Neil and Georgina talk about the origins of Covid-19 and teach you related vocabulary. Why does seeing someone yawn make you yawn?