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    How bubble tea got its bubbles

    How bubble tea got its bubbles

    How did bubble tea get its bubbles? How was this drink invented? Neil and Beth chat about this.
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    Can you keep a secret?

    Can you keep a secret?

    Are secrets always negative? Or can they be positive too? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com [Image: Getty Images]
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    Bitter food, better health?

    Bitter food, better health?

    Could bitter foods be better for your health?
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    Talking at the table

    Talking at the table

    A lot can happen at the dinner table, and not just eating! Beth and Neil discuss chatting at meal times and teach you some useful vocabulary.
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    TRANSCRIPT
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    • 6 min
    Eating for two

    Eating for two

    Mums-to-be often feel guilty about the food they crave in pregnancy. Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)
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    Dancing for the brain

    Dancing for the brain

    Not a dancer? You might change your mind once you hear the benefits! Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary. (Image: Getty)
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    • 6 min

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