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- A shy reclusive lady is convinced by an invisible entity to sing. Subsequently, she finds herself noticed by a sleazy talent agent and her talent being showcased on-stage. She also meets a kind but nervous man who becomes her best friend.
- A young girl sets out on a quest that takes her beyond her universe and brings her to face her absent father and the nature of reality.
- A spoof of the British style of news broadcasting - including ridiculous stories, patronising vox pops, offensively hard-hitting research and a sports presenter clearly struggling for metaphors.
- A surreal, ambient mix of bleak comedy sketches.
- Female artists, writers, photographers, designers, and adventurers are settled in Paris between the wars.
- An intimate look at one of the most overexposed yet under-revealed stars of today as she faces one of her biggest challenges ever while finishing her album, shooting videos, doing press -- and being a mom.
- V.I. Warshawski is a strong, smart, independent heroine in a male-dominated world. She tracks down corrupt businessmen, and cold-blooded murderers - while trying not to get killed herself.
- A documentary about the seventh series of Red Dwarf (1988).
- In a spin-off from 'Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley' comes a new podcast from the BBC'. We all want to live life to the fullest - feeling and looking our best. But over time, things can start to sag. So what's the best way to stop the clock and keep that youthful glow and energy? Michael Mosley looks at the latest research into how to stay young and in each episode he reveals one simple, scientifically-proven thing you can start doing today to rejuvenate yourself from the inside out.
- Reflections on the final American film by Charles Chaplin.
- Filmmaker Emir Kusturica shares his impressions of Charlie Chaplin's The Circus.
- The news podcast from BBC Radio is back. With Justin Webb, Sarah Smith, Marianna Spring and the Zurch.
- On National Achievement Day, the lives of a detective, a shopkeeper, a garage attendant, a barmaid, a dog and two mice interconnect. Their conversation provokes self-reflection, stirring up memories that evoke longings and regrets.
- Dramas for English language learners from BBC World Service. Improve your English with retellings of stories classic and new.
- Charity, celebrity, illness and control. The extraordinary story of a teenage girl and her charity Believe in Magic, which ends up challenging the very nature of sickness itself.
- Surprising personal stories from across England, with handpicked treats from BBC Local Radio - each episode a new theme. Becca Bryers is your guide to the colourful characters and emotional experiences which make up a diverse country.
- News Review shows you how to use the language from the latest news stories in your everyday English. Published every Tuesday by BBC Learning English.
- Unravelling the strange death of a man who seemed to have everything to live for. Was it suicide, as the police said, or something more sinister? Mick Morton investigates.
- Learn English grammar in six minutes. Every Tuesday join two presenters and learn a new key area of grammar.
- Taking a look at LGBTQ+ issues in sport.
- Recorded in a variety of unusual locations, follows Diddy Dick and Dom as they bring their own brand of madness and mayhem to the listening public.
- Artefacts in Britain's museums had purpose and significance before being put on display. Hanna Adan releases the restless spirits within to ask: should they be returned home?
- When a hotel owner dies, the manager misses the reading of the will that names him part-owner.
- This program analyzes the great rebel leader Michael Collins and his commitment to a free Ireland, the truth and the facts behind the myth in the light of Neil Jordan's (at the time) upcoming film, released in 1996. Jordan's film was such an important and awaited project in Ireland that even the IRA revolutionaries, protestants, catholics, all parties declared a cease fire through the whole film shooting period in 1995. Historians discuss the real Collins while Jordan discusses about his epic movie.
- 2021– 1mPodcast EpisodeDr Michael Mosley returns to the radio (and podcasts) and looks ahead to the new series of his 'BBC - Radio 4' programmes in which he'll be revealing more surprisingly simple and scientifically proven ways to improve your health and wellbeing.
- Cutting back on free sugars can not only do wonders for your waistline and your oral hygiene, surprising research shows it could also improve your memory and help your brain. But it can be hard to resist those sugar cravings. In this episode, Michael Mosley is joined by Dr Evelyn Medawar, 'Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences', who has been studying the effects of our gut microbiome on our eating preferences, and reveals a potential tip to help crack sugar cravings. The secret lies in dietary fibre, like that found in fruit. So, trade your sweet treats for fruit and learn how this healthy switch can transform your brain, biome and your life.
- It turns out having friends has big benefits for your health. Fascinating research shows social contact can boost your immune system and your brain power. In this episode, Michael Mosley is joined by Professor Pamela Qualter from 'Manchester University', who explains how reaching out in the simplest of ways - from sending a simple text to helping your neighbours - can significantly reduce loneliness levels, helping you feel more connected and a part of a community. People appreciate being contacted much more than you think. So, the next time you wonder whether to reach out to a friend - just do it.
- If you're looking to add more exercise into your lifestyle why not consider Tai Chi. It's an ancient Chinese martial art - it's sometimes called "meditation in motion". It's a series of different postures that gently flow into each other in slow movements. One of the big benefits to Tai Chi is that it can significantly enhance the activity of our immune system. And although it looks gentle, it can be a surprisingly good workout. Michael Mosley speaks to Dr. Parco Siu from the 'University of Hong Kong', who has been studying the health benefits of Tai Chi for over a decade. His research has revealed that Tai Chi can lead to faster brain benefits than other exercises. He also found that Tai Chi was as effective as conventional exercise like moderate-intensity aerobic exercise or muscle strengthening activities for reducing body weight and visceral fat.
- All alcohol is bad for you but if you're already a drinker, switching out your usual drink with a small glass of red wine could bring surprising benefits to your health - improving blood sugar and fat levels and reducing the risk of diabetes. In this episode, Michael Mosley speaks to Dr Tim Spector, Professor of Epidemiology at King's College London to find out about the secret ingredient in red wine. He reveals why red wine is rich in chemicals called polyphenols. They raise a (metaphorical) glass to celebrate the effects of red wine on the diversity of our gut bacteria.
- Most of us in the UK use our phones for over 3 hours/day. They are incredibly useful - but using them just a little bit less can have big benefits for your health and wellbeing. Studies have shown that reducing your phone use by one hour each day can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. It can also increase life satisfaction, reduce smoking and enhance physical activity levels. On top of that, limiting social media use to 30 minutes a day has been found to reduce feelings of loneliness. But if you can't bear doing any of that, just putting your phone out of sight whilst you're doing something can have significant benefits. Michael Mosley speaks to Dr Adrian Ward from the University of Texas at Austin who has found that just the sight of your phone can have a powerful impact on your cognition. He finds out about the alluring pull of our phones on our brains (which can attract our attention, even when they're off), and why multitasking is a myth.
- Taking good care of your teeth can prevent tooth decay and boost your oral health - but, surprisingly, the benefits extend well beyond your mouth. Keeping your teeth and gums clean can help your heart and your brain, reducing the risk of diseases from diabetes to dementia. To find out why, Michael Mosley speaks to Dr. Sim Singhrao from the University of Central Lancashire School of Dentistry. She reveals bacteria in your mouth can travel from your gums into your blood causing problems in other organs, including your brain. Meanwhile, our volunteer Lowri has a go at brushing and using interdental brushes every day to see if it's something she'd like to fit into her lifestyle.
- Lifting weights is obviously great for your strength, but it can also boost your brain power, improve your immune system, and even reverse signs of cellular ageing. Michael enlists Jenny, a self-confessed weight-lifting novice, to try strength training at home using milk bottles and a sturdy rucksack. He speaks to Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose at the University of British Columbia, Canada, who has recently found that strength training can lead to better memory. She reveals how activating your muscles can release special chemicals called myokines which, astonishingly, can travel around the body and cross your blood-brain-barrier where they can have beneficial effects on your brain.
- Nuts are a rich source of fibre and polyphenols. They are also very high in fats and calories, but studies have shown that eating these bite-sized snacks won't add to your waistline. These nutrient powerhouses could also help slow-down the ageing process. Research has found that walnut eaters live, on average, over a year longer than those who don't. What's more, adding nuts to your diet can help your brain. Michael Mosley is joined by Dr Sze-Yen Tan from Deakin University in Australia who reveals how eating nuts can benefit the brain, and why eating moderate amounts of nuts won't add to your waistline. A recent study of his found that people who ate nuts performed better in cognitive tests and had improved short-term memory. Meanwhile, our volunteer Emma swaps out her usual snack for a handful of mixed nuts.
- Turmeric is a close relative of ginger - it has a similar knobbly root-like stem. The golden-hued powder of turmeric adds colour and flavour to food, but it's also been linked to some surprising health benefits. As well as helping with wound healing and skin conditions, it's been linked to better brain health. Michael Mosley speaks to Dr. Benny Antony from the University of Tasmania in Australia who has found that turmeric extract was as effective as ibuprofen to reduce pain levels. Meanwhile, our volunteer Yu She cooks up a storm with chicken korma and turmeric pancakes.
- When things go wrong, you might think that focusing on the bad and writing about them would make things worse. But in some cases, the opposite seems to be true. Michael Mosley investigates a technique called "expressive writing", a simple tip which can have surprising benefits for your health. The idea is to set aside 15 minutes to write about any worries that keep you up at night, showing many benefits - from improving lung function in people with asthma, to improving scores on exams and cognitive tests. In this episode, Michael Mosley speaks to the man who kick-started it all, Professor James Pennebaker from the University of Texas, Austin. He tells Michael about his original findings in the 1980s and the astonishing link between expressive writing, reduced doctor's visits, your immune system and how quickly your body heals wounds.
- 2021– 28mPodcast EpisodeProfessor Tim Spector, a leading expert on nutrition and gut health, takes Michael Mosley through his top food and nutrition tips, sharing stories from his life and research along the way. Joined by an audience at the Hay Festival, Michael learns what happened the time Tim convinced his son to eat an ultra-processed food diet for two weeks and the surprising ways your gut influences your immune system. Tim, who is professor in epidemiology at King's College London, shares the shocking moment he realised that even as a doctor, he was on track for major health problems, and how he took control over his diet and his health - and how you can, too. Tim also reveals what cutting edge science shows about how you should be eating to benefit your health and wellbeing.
- 2023– 14mPodcast EpisodeWant to get the mental sharpness of someone decades younger? Challenging your brain with something difficult, like learning a new language or taking up juggling, can trigger your brain to form new connections, increasing your brain's white matter and making it more resilient against age-related decline. In this episode, Michael speaks to Dr Rachel Wu from the University of California Riverside who has discovered that learning three new skills at the same time can significantly boost the memory in older adults - so much so that they performed as well as someone 50 years younger in a series of cognitive tests. Super-ager Lord Richard Wilson shares his top tips for a sharper mind and the role of grit, determination, and insatiable curiosity.
- 2023– 14mPodcast EpisodeMichael explores the best way to help you look younger as well as live longer and healthier - revealing how strength training can benefit your waistline, preserve muscle fibres and increase healthy lifespan. Pumping up your muscles is one of the best ways to protect from the ravages of time and injury. In this episode, Michael speaks to Professor Abigail Mackey from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark, to find out how resistance training can strengthen the connection between your brain and muscles, and keep them looking younger at the cellular level. And it's not just your muscles that benefit, maintaining your muscle mass can boost your brain function, improve sleep, and significantly reduce your risk of diabetes. It may even be better at reducing belly fat than cardio. Champion weight-lifter Shirley Webb reveals how lifting weights transformed her life and mobility even though she only started pumping irons in her mid-70s.
- 2023– 1mPodcast EpisodeIn his new podcast series, Dr Michael Mosley reveals simple things you can do to rejuvenate yourself from the inside out.
- 2023– 15mPodcast EpisodeExercise is one of the best things you can do to rejuvenate yourself at the cellular level - but what's the best way to do it? In this episode, Michael speaks to Associate Professor Matt Robinson from Oregon State University, who has discovered that just a few minutes of high-intensity exercise can help rejuvenate you at the cellular level, by helping restore your mitochondria, your cell's energy powerhouses. They discuss how exercise has many benefits across your body - from your muscles, to your heart, your brain and even your skin. And we meet octogenarian and healthy ageing expert Dr Norman Lazarus, who didn't start exercising until his fifties, and now cycles 100km a week, feeling at his prime.