The joys of writing lists

This BBC Learning English 6 Minute English podcast episode explores the prevalence and significance of lists in everyday life. Hosts Phil and Beth discuss various types of lists, including shopping lists, to-do lists, and bucket lists, using examples from BBC Radio 4's Word of Mouth program. They analyze a humorous shopping list using unconventional abbreviations, and examine the structure and impact of the song "My Favorite Things," highlighting idioms like "big bang for your buck" and "saccharine." The episode also covers the use of lists for decision-making (pros and cons lists) and their therapeutic benefits. The hosts conclude by revealing the answer to a trivia question about the highest-grossing movie.