Would you like a robot companion?

This BBC Learning English podcast, "6 Minute English," features Neil and Beth discussing the rise of humanoid robots, specifically focusing on a companion robot named Abby designed for elderly care. The hosts explore public perception of robots, discuss Abby's design features (intended to be approachable and friendly), and highlight vocabulary related to robotics and human-robot interaction. A quiz question about a Pixar robot is included, and the episode concludes with a vocabulary recap and website information for further learning.