Snaggletooth (Rebroadcast) - 30 December 2024

Snaggletooth (Rebroadcast) - 30 December 2024

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I Don't Have the Spoons (Rebroadcast) - 2 March 2026

Whether it’s a Rubik’s cube or a round of Wordle, why do so many of us find puzzles irresistible? A new book celebrates the allure and psychological benefits of brain teasers. Plus, powerful language for talking about the chronic illnesses and invisible disabilities that sap a pe ...  Show more

Turn on a Dime - 23 February 2026

Every subculture has its own secret lingo, whether you’re talking about surfers, cab drivers, or coffee-shop baristas. A new book uncovers the slang of everyone from stunt performers to department-store Santas and more. Plus, why is English so darn weird? Those odd spellings and ...  Show more

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