

How to hurt yourself at the dentist
From under the bed clothes, Patrick Maber and Peter Curran tackle a variety of topics from childhood, ruined ambition, work, family and how to hurt yourself at the dentist.
50 Things That Made the Modern Economy
Few of us have quite appreciated just how much the honey bee has been industrialised and the simple invention that made that industrialisation possible - the Langstroth Hive.
Chris Pine: Movies That Made Me
Chris Pine talks to Ali Plumb about the roles that have carved out his career, from Star Trek and Wonder Woman to Outlaw King.
Mindfulness: Panacea or Fad?
Devoted followers hail mindfulness as a cure-all for the ills of modern life. But is this just another health fad?

The Brexit Prime Minister
Steve Richards talks to key insiders about the PM's decisions, leadership and diplomacy through the turbulent years since the EU referendum. What do these decisions tell us about her style of leadership?
Profile: Jacinda Ardern
The New Zealand Prime Minister has received international attention for her response to the Christchurch attacks. Her call for unity was followed by swift action to tighten the country’s gun laws. We look at the rise of this young leader.

That Peter Crouch Podcast
Peter, Chris and Tom marvel at the greatest overhead kicks they’ve ever seen.
World Football
Former Croatia and Arsenal forward Eduardo da Silva looks back on his career. He shares his thoughts on Unai Emery and tells us of his recent experience of the Rio Carnival.

Breaking the cycle of gaming addiction
A former gaming addict, Cam Adair, founded an online support network which helps people tackle gaming addiction.
Google gets into gaming
The search giant unveiled a plan to stream games to tablets, TVs, and phones. Will it pull people away from games consoles?

Cut the Chat on 1Xtra
Ace, Damon, Femi and Lee discuss R Kelly's case, whether Michael Jackson has been cancelled and how Lee would streak at a football game... for a price!
What is sexual harassment?
A hand on someone's back, complimenting their fragrance - is this a colleague being friendly, or are they crossing a line? What constitutes sexual harassment?

When breast isn't best
Women who cannot or choose not to breastfeed often feel ashamed and inadequate. Two mothers tell us about what their breastfeeding struggles did to their self-esteem.
Making Friends
As a parent, how can you support your child if you feel they aren’t fitting in? How do you help your child make friends?


Drenge go behind their album
The odd monsters and eerie beasts that inspired and accompany their new album
Alma's Idols and Heroes
Alma picks tracks from the women she loves and looks up to.
Dance hits to workout to
Get your heart pumping with these huge dance hits.
A soundscape to keep calm to
Get where you need to be with this electronic and calming soundscape.
Wake up to the sounds of the Regnan Forest
Your ideal morning will be made even better with this mix, complete with a soundscape from Ecuador!
Pose: 80s New York
Our favourite tracks from the 80's New York ball culture show.


Would you let a robot cook you dinner?
Robot chefs are working in burger joints and pizzerias. Will they be in our homes next?
How places got their names
Michael Rosen and guests explore the origins of the UK's town and village names.
Is our relationship with money changing?
As digital banking changes how we spend money, is our relationship with it changing too?
Who are the far-right extremists?
Can understanding the roots of far-right extremism help us to tackle it?
Do animals have accents?
Can animals of the same species from different places communicate with each other?
Just how wet does Tan France get?
Tan France from Queer Eye gets wet for Red Nose Day - what has he let himself in for?
Me and my eco-anxiety
We often hear stories about how humans are damaging the planet and - for some people - it can become overwhelming and impact on their mental health.
Why do fashion fans queue for hours?
Fashion fan Sam Harris finds out why limited release streetwear items are big business.
