Series exploring the world of words and the ways in which we use them
Colonel Chris Hadfield is a veteran of three spaceflights. He crewed the US space shuttle twice, piloted the Russian Soyuz,... more
How we talk about getting older can affect how we age, both mentally and physically. Michael asks Dr Lucy Pollock... more
Recently a video went viral of a baby talking - or babbling - with a Liverpool accent. Professor Julian Pine... more
Michael explores the mysterious rules of word order with linguist Dr Laura Bailey. We all know them instinctively, without knowing... more
Michael meets fellow children's author Michael Morpurgo - author of over 150 books - including Kensuke's Kingdom, Private Peaceful and... more
Joshua Reno talks about how Charlie, his non-verbal son who is on the autism spectrum, communicates with him very effectively... more
In conversation with Michael about his book "32 Words For Field" Manchán Magan reveals Ireland's deep connection with the landscape... more
Professor Lucy Easthope explains why language is important in the aftermath of a disaster, why some words are useful and... more
Dominic Fifield explains how football clubs got their names, uncovering a fascinating social history behind the Wanderers, Wednesdays and Villas.Produced... more
"If you want to hide something in the 21st century world, you don't need to create a James Bond style... more
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