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What are the warning signs of a toxic friendship?
16 september 2025 · 5 min
What are the warning signs of a toxic friendship? Lees meer
Today is World Friendship Day, a chance to reflect on how important friends are in our lives. Generally speaking, having friends is a positive thing which brings us moments of fun and joy. But toxic friendships can exist too and in such cases, the relationship can be more of a burden than anything else, for one of the people involved at least! Let’s talk about some of the red flags that can help you identify them.
First things first, why is it called a toxic friendship? What are the most common toxic friend behaviours? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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Do I have generalised anxiety disorder?
Why do friend breakups hurt so much?
Who are the RMT, the organisation creating massive travel disruption across the UK?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 30/7/2022
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Orania: what is this town that’s still reserved for white people?
15 september 2025 · 4 min
Let’s start with a number: 63. That’s South Africa’s Gini index score, a measure of income inequality. Zero means perfect equality, 100 means total inequality. At 63, South Africa is the most unequal country in the world. Lees meer
Why such a high score? Where does it still exist? So who are the Afrikaners? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is hobby dating?
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?
Is there any truth that lemon water is good for you?
A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.
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Where does the myth of the Loch Ness Monster come from?
15 september 2025 · 5 min
Affectionately known as Nessie, the mythical Loch Ness Monster has been a source of fascination and terror for many centuries. Many sightings have been reported over the years, but no conclusive evidence of its existence has ever been unearthed. Lees meer
Still, there are many believers out there. In late August 2023, the largest Nessie hunt in 50 years took place, organised by the local Loch Ness Exploration research group and bringing together nearly 200 people from places as far afield as Australia, Japan and the USA.
Where does belief in the Loch Ness Monster come from? Why are people still searching for Nessie to this day? Is there any possibility the monster could exist? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is ‘Girl Dinner’?
What benefits can we get from journaling?
What is the two-day rule?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 6/9/2023
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How can I regain energy quickly?
15 september 2025 · 5 min
As the summer holiday season draws to a close, ask yourself this. Did you manage to get as much rest as you would have liked? A lot of people out there would say no. Perhaps their holiday wasn’t actually restful at all, or they didn’t even get a chance to go away. Lees meer
American internal medicine physician Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith has dedicated a lot of research towards the issue of chronic fatigue. In 2017, she released a book entitled “Sacred Rest”, which would go on to be a bestseller. She asserted that there are seven different types of rest that we need to fully recharge our batteries.
What are the seven different types of rest? What are the tips to remember? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is 'Tomato Girl summer'?
What are energy vampires?
What is the sexist Bodycount trend on Tiktok?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 1/9/2023
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How quick is premature ejaculation?
12 september 2025 · 6 min
According to the British Association of Urinological Surgeons, somewhere between 20 and 30% of men experience premature ejaculation. But of those men, less than a quarter actually seek medical advice. Lees meer
That’s despite it being an issue that often takes a toll psychologically on the man and the relationship they have with their partner. If it's always been an issue, it's termed primary premature ejaculation; whereas if it occurs after a period of normal ejaculation, it's called "secondary." And various factors can contribute to the condition.
Like what? Just how long do most people have sex for? What should men do if the problem persists? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Should I eat starchy foods in the evening?
How did broccoli freckles become a beauty trend?
Could SMART goals help you reduce stress?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 1/5/2024
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How can you clean your hair without using shampoo?
12 september 2025 · 5 min
You might think that shampoo is essential for keeping your hair clean and healthy, but there are other ways to wash your hair that don’t involve harsh chemicals or plastic bottles. In fact, some people claim that ditching shampoo altogether can make your hair softer, shinier, and more manageable. Lees meer
Why do we use shampoo in the first place? So, how can you clean your hair without using shampoo? What are the advantages of shampoo? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Can you get food poisoning from raw fish?
Should you be reducing salt in your diet?
Why do we get nightmares?
A Bababam Originals podcast, written and realised by Amber Minogue.
First Broadcast: 19/9/2024
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Why is the BRICS bloc expanding?
11 september 2025 · 5 min
During the 15th annual BRICS summit in Johannesburg in 2023, the South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that 6 new member countries would be joining the bloc in 2024. Lees meer
Historically composed by Brazil, Russia, India and China, the BRICS countries control a significant amount of natural resources, making it a key actor in the world. They started to organize summits as an intergovernmental organisation in 2009 and the annual summits have taken place ever since.
But if they are already so powerful, why are they expanding? Which countries have joined? And what are the goals behind that? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How can you clean your hair without using shampoo?
What's the ideal temperature to stay healthy at home?
What is cookie jarring in the dating world?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 20/9/2023
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Are micro naps actually effective?
10 september 2025 · 5 min
After lunch, many of us get that familiar afternoon slump, an overwhelming urge to just doze off for a little while. Lees meer
And on weekends or during holidays, it’s easy enough to sneak in a short nap. But at work, it’s another story. Firstly, it simply wouldn’t be practical in a lot of work environments, and even if it was, would you really dare to go for a kip in the middle of the work day? You might be afraid of incurring the wrath of your boss, or giving your colleagues the impression that you’re a slacker.
What’s the ideal nap length then? So should we be encouraging napping in the workplace really then, rather than frowning upon it? What about longer naps? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Is it a good idea to sleep with my pet?
How can I stop micro-awakenings from disrupting my sleep?
Does sex help us to sleep better?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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What is climate shadow, the newest way to measure your impact on global warming?
10 september 2025 · 5 min
The idea of carbon footprint dates back to the early 2000s and ironically was introduced by oil giant BP. But recently, a new concept was created: the climate change shadow. Lees meer
It's a relatively recent addition to the ever growing list of terms relating to climate change. American writer Emma Pattee introduced the idea of the climate shadow in a blog post for Mic.com in December 2021, as a more comprehensive metric for each person’s impact on the climate crisis.
What exactly contributes to my climate shadow? Isn’t that very similar to a carbon footprint? How useful is the concept of a climate shadow? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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How can you clean your hair without using shampoo?
What is the Batman effect?
What is cookie jarring in the dating world?
A Bababam Originals podcast, written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast : 10/08/2022
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What advantages does pretty privilege give attractive people?
9 september 2025 · 6 min
Of course, as the old saying goes, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but even as children we all kind of realise who’s seen as physically attractive and who isn’t, don’t we? Lees meer
Let’s take a moment to consider that the global beauty industry was worth $430bn in 2022, according to a report from McKinsey. That was up from $300 bn in 2015, with projections suggesting the $500bn mark would be reached by 2025.
If people are spending all that money on skincare, fragrance, makeup and haircare, it must be for a reason? Why does pretty privilege even exist? How can we overcome it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How are social media influencers making money through rage baiting?
How can you change your body odour?
Does sex help us to sleep better?
A podcast written and realised by Josh Chance.
First Broadcast: 21/9/24
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How did Ozempic get so popular?
9 september 2025 · 5 min
Today we’re talking about a diabetes medicine which has gained a reputation for leading to weight loss. Ozempic became popular among Hollywood celebrities for its appetite-suppressing properties. Lees meer
Elon Musk has tweeted about it three times, giving it part of the credit for his having lost 30lb in late 2022. Over on Tiktok, users have also been singing Ozempic’s praises for a while now, with the hashtag having reached 1.3 bn views at the time of recording this episode.
How does it work exactly? What drug supply issues has Ozempic’s popularity caused? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How can I sleep well with a blocked nose?
How can I beat my smartphone addiction?
How do you explain intuition?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast : 06/10/2023
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What do masculinists mean by a "soyboy"?
8 september 2025 · 4 min
At first glance, it’s a jab at men who don’t eat meat, especially those who drink soy milk. But pretty quickly, it took on a political edge. Lees meer
Today, it’s used by masculinists, men who advocate for male superiority or dominance and far-right circles to mock men they see as too sensitive, too progressive, too… woke. In other words: not manly enough.
What does the term really mean? Any real-life examples? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Why do people say that black cats bring bad luck?
What are the dirtiest objects in your home?
Why do we get travel sick?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue
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What is the soft evening concept from Tiktok?
8 september 2025 · 5 min
Do you ever feel frustrated about work dominating your life? Maybe in your free time, you try to make up for that by enjoying yourself and having a busy social life. You go to the cinema, fit in a workout and so on. But these activities sometimes end up putting more pressure on you than the pleasure you get out of them. Lees meer
What if I told you you could have a thoroughly satisfying evening, without it needing to be productive at all? Over on Tiktok, a concept called “soft evenings” has emerged to combat society’s obsession with hyperproductivity and hustle culture.
What does it involve? How do I get started then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is Hugh Jackman’s 85% rule?
What is burnout?
What is the Werther effect?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 11/10/2023
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What is the best time of year to find work?
7 september 2025 · 6 min
The SeptemberSurge hashtag has accrued 12.9M views on the platform at the time of recording. The trend suggests that September is the ideal time to find a job. Lees meer
You worked for hours on perfecting your CV and cover letter. You've already applied for ten different jobs at ten different companies. But despite having all the right credentials, you’re just not hearing back from anyone. Maybe the problem isn’t actually what’s on your CV, but when you’re applying for a job.
Why is that? Are there periods to avoid? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is house hushing?
What is a caffè sospeso?
Why do my eyelids twitch when I’m tired?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 1/10/2023
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What is future faking?
6 september 2025 · 5 min
“I can’t wait for us to get married;” “Let’s travel the world together;” “We’re going to have two kids and buy that apartment across the street” When you’re in a romantic relationship, it can be genuinely heartwarming to hear your partner paint a vibrant picture of days ahead. But what about if it happens much earlier than you expected - say on your second or third date? Usually at that stage, you're still figuring each other out, so beware - it could be a sign of what’s known as future faking. Lees meer
Of course, there’s no one single pace for all relationships to abide by, but generally speaking couples don’t make life plans or even say “I love you” within the first couple weeks of dating. So it’s only really a red flag when talk of those kinds of plans pop up too early. In some cases, you could be dealing with a narcissist who’s using false promises to win you over in the moment, creating an illusion of intimacy when in reality they’re not thinking about the future at all. Hence the name: future faking.
Is it similar to love bombing? How can I deal with a future faking partner? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How can I protect my mental health during the holiday season?
Why is the UK not as happy as it used to be?
Why do we give each other gifts at Christmas?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 27/12/2023
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What are happy hormones?
5 september 2025 · 5 min
A recent scientific brief from the World Health Organisation, explained that anxiety and depression had increased by 25% worldwide over the first year of the Covid 19 pandemic. The massive rise was mostly down to social isolation and multiple stress factors like fear of infection and financial worries. Lees meer
It’s important to know that we can actually control our mood to some extent. It’s possible to boost our so-called happy hormones in natural ways, by opting for specific foods, activities and behaviours.
So how can we stimulate the production of these hormones and neurotransmitters? Why do they say that oxytocin is the love hormone? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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At which time of day do we burn the most calories?
Why does the cold make us need to pee?
How can I meditate without meditating?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 10/6/2023
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Can you improve your relationship by learning your love language?
4 september 2025 · 5 min
Gary Chapman is the author of The Five Love Languages, a book first published in 1992 that outlines how people express and experience love. He argues that romantic miscommunications come about due to people expressing love to one another using different “languages”, and therefore struggle to understand one another. Lees meer
But, if you understand your own love language, you can ask for what you need and be in tune to the needs of your partner. According to Chapman, the different ways people can communicate their love is through; acts of service, gift-giving, physical touch, quality time, and words of affirmation.
What are the 5 languages? Is there any science behind love languages? How does knowing the love languages help relationships? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Is there really such a thing as love at first sight?
Which foods can hurt your libido?
How do I know if I sleepwalk?
A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.
First broadcast: 14/02/2023
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Is it a bad idea to fall asleep in front of screens?
4 september 2025 · 5 min
We’re surrounded by screens all day, right up until we go to bed. Our lives are intertwined with technology, from the smartphone alarms that wake us to the late-night emails we check. An Ifop study from April 2021 revealed a startling figure: 69% of those scrolling in bed battle with sleep disorders. And while we might think that a quick video or message thread could usher us into dreamland, the reality is, these habits impact both how quickly we fall asleep and the quality of our rest. Lees meer
You might have heard about the notorious blue light emitted by screens. It’s like an unwanted alarm for our bodies, tricking our brains into thinking it’s still daytime and halting the production of melatonin, our natural sleep-inducing hormone. But it’s not just about the light; a UK study by the University of Oxford from 2016 found that smartphone addiction is linked to poor sleep, regardless of how long we’re glued to the screens.
In what ways do screens interfere with our sleep? Are there other consequences of dozing off to digital content? What’s the secret to a good night’s sleep in the screen-saturated world?
In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How can social media exposure lead to vicarious trauma?
What is binge eating disorder?
How can I beat a hangover?
A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.
First Broadcast: 25/6/2024
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What should you do after having unprotected sex?
4 september 2025 · 5 min
It’s happened to most of us at least once. A condom breaks, it turns out the girl forgot to take her pill, or you got carried away and had sex even though you didn’t have any condoms. These things happen, but the aftermath can be anxiety-inducing for a number of reasons. Lees meer
A World Health Organisation report from May 2024 said that sexually transmitted infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis and syphilis in particular are on the rise. For example, the number of new syphilis cases among adults aged 15 to 49 increased from 7.1 million in 2020 to 8 million in 2022. The report suggested that a lack of screening was largely to blame.
What are the other main types of STIs then? What about the risk of unwanted pregnancy? What’s the best way to protect myself? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is auto-brewery syndrome?
What are five foods that make us happy?
What is the Queer movement?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 22/6/2024
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What is false memory syndrome?
3 september 2025 · 5 min
Have you ever been sure about a memory only to be told you’ve got it wrong? It’s a common experience: you confidently recall a detail from the past, only for someone to insist it didn’t happen that way. Lees meer
Or maybe you’re convinced you saw something with your own eyes when in reality, you only heard about it repeatedly. These are examples of false memories. They don’t mean you’re lying; in fact, you probably have no idea the memory’s been altered.
Why does our brain reshape memories in the first place? Does that mean memory-recovery techniques aren’t always reliable? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Why do children have imaginary friends?
What are umbrella species?
Why do we get travel sick?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.
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How can I save money on back-to-school supplies?
2 september 2025 · 5 min
The start of any school year is always an emotionally charged time, whether you’re a child or an adult. But as a parent that excitement can quickly turn into stress and anxiety when money is tight. Lees meer
In July 2024, retail marketing consultancy Gekko reported that UK parents were set to shell out an average of £452.40 per child on back-to-school supplies, which combined adds up to a whopping £2.3 billion at a national level.
What are the most expensive back-to-school items then? It must be even harder in the middle of the cost-of-living crisis, mustn't it? Where are the best places to look for discounts? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Which colours go well together according to science?
How can I get cheaper flight tickets?
What does eating junk food do to our brains?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 2/9/2024
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How can you change your body odour?
31 augustus 2025 · 5 min
Much like your fingerprints, your body odour is totally unique to you. It varies from person to person based on the chemical makeup of their sweat, which, believe it or not, is actually odourless on its own. Lees meer
Sweat only starts to smell when it comes into contact with bacteria on our skin. Our distinct scent depends not just on this skin microbiome but also on factors like sex, age, genetics, and hormone levels. Our body odour can change at different times in our lives; for instance, during pregnancy due to hormonal shifts.
What kind of foods could be impacting my body odour? What else can I do besides adapting my diet? What if I try all that and I still have BO? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Which foods change our body odour?
What is Face Wine, a viral beauty product from Tiktok?
Can our bodies really catch up on lost sleep?
A Bababam Originals podcast, written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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What is sign singing?
30 augustus 2025 · 4 min
Deafness is known for being an invisible disability, which can lead to exclusion and loneliness. According to a Human Rights Watch article from 2019, 70 million deaf people across the world use sign language to communicate. Well sign singers take that one step further, by adapting song lyrics into sign language for the deaf and hard of hearing. Lees meer
In addition to making entertainment more accessible to deaf people and the hard of hearing, this musical activity singing is also a form of artistic expression in its own right. Sign singing can be just as diverse as vocal singing, demonstrating great creativity. There are many different forms, like rap signing, slow signing and hard signing.
How do sign singers translate music? Where does it come from? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What are earworms, the songs we just can't get out of our heads?
Is it a good idea to sleep with my pet?
Is it a good idea to fall asleep to music?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 30/03/2022
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What is hobby dating?
20 augustus 2025 · 4 min
Perhaps you've already experienced that awkward feeling on a first date when you don't really know what to say to each other. Having a drink or going to a restaurant are great activities, but they don't always add much to the conversation. So, if you run out of questions you are often just left staring into each other's eyes and hoping for an opportunity to arise so that you might make a quick getaway! But this might be soon a thing of the past with the rise of the ‘hobby date’ in other words a date organized around an activity. Lees meer
The idea is to introduce your date to something you already enjoy and sharing the experience together. This can take completely different forms, depending on each person's tastes. It might be a cultural outing to a museum, a hike in nature, an arts and crafts class or even cookery lesson. The idea is to choose an activity that you love or are curious about and then invite your partner to take part in it with you.
What does this involve? Didn't this already exist before? Do the same activities often stand out? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How can I beat Monday morning syndrome?
Could loud budgeting help you save money ?
How can I beat my work addiction ?
A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.
First Broadcast: 26/3/2024
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Is there any truth that lemon water is good for you?
20 augustus 2025 · 5 min
Lemon water is a popular drink that many celebrities and wellness gurus swear by. But is it really as good as they claim? Or is it just another fad that has no scientific basis? Lees meer
Lemon water has been linked to several health benefits, such as hydration. Drinking enough water is essential for your overall health, as it helps prevent dehydration, which can cause fatigue, headaches, dry skin, and constipation. Also lemon’s contain vitamin C which is an antioxidant that helps protect your cells from free radicals, which are molecules that can cause inflammation and disease.
Are there any other benefits? And what are the myths about lemon water? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Why do some men get ill after they orgasm?
Is nostalgia good or bad for us?
How can the unisex condom improve my sex life?
A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.
First broadcadt : 21/11/23
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What is domotics, the technology behind smart homes?
19 augustus 2025 · 5 min
If you’ve ever had a “conversation” with Siri, Google Assistant or Alexa, you may well have been using a domotics system, without necessarily knowing what that means. The term refers to the use of robotic technology and electronic systems for controlling home appliances and devices. It’s also known as home automation, or simply a “smart home”. Lees meer
And indeed the use of smart home devices has really taken off in the last decade or so. Devices like smart thermostats, security systems, intelligent lights and smart appliances have become more and more common. According to data shared by Finbold in 2021, 24.9% of internet users in the UK said they owned smart home devices. That figure was almost double the global average.
Where did domotics come from? What are the main benefits? Are domotics systems expensive? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How can I have a healthier relationship with my smartphone?
What is this new toxic trend looksmaxxing all about?
How can I save on my water bill?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 28/06/2023
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Why do we get travel sick?
16 augustus 2025 · 5 min
During summer holidays, many of us experience the discomfort of motion sickness while travelling by car, coach, plane, or boat. motion sickness is Also known as kinetosis and it’s particularly common in children but can also affect a lot of adults. According to the US government’s Medline Plus portal, one in three people are prone to it. Lees meer
Symptoms include paleness, cold sweats, dizziness, a feeling of discomfort in the upper stomach, nausea, and headaches. If you’re affected, no doubt some of those unpleasant sensations will be familiar.
What causes motion sickness? What can I do to prevent motion sickness? What should I do if I start experiencing motion sickness? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Could textertunism be damaging your friendships?
What foods should you avoid to lose belly fat?
How can I cut my summer holiday spending?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 20/7/2024
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What is sea snot?
15 augustus 2025 · 5 min
In the last few weeks, a thick and foul-smelling foam known as mucilage has appeared in the Marmara Sea on Turkey’s northwestern coast. It’s been unofficially dubbed sea snot by observers, which might sound like a name invented on a school playground. But there’s nothing funny about the environmental impact of this outbreak, which is a result of global warming and pollution. Lees meer
How does this sea snot actually develop? Is this the first time the Marmara Sea has been impacted by sea snot? Do we know what the impact could be? Is there a way to make this sea snot disappear? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How long do I have to wait to swim after eating?
What are the world's least safe travel destinations?
Why do we get travel sick?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 16/6/2021
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What are the world's least safe travel destinations?
15 augustus 2025 · 6 min
In past episodes of Do You Really Know, we’ve talked about the best holiday destinations in the UK and abroad, as well as how to find the most budget-friendly options. Today though, we’re going to talk about security. Lees meer
The idea of visiting many countries all over the world is enticing, but it's important to remember that some destinations are significantly more dangerous than others. Rather than making decisions based on intuition, why not consider using guidance that’s actually based on facts and statistics. One such example is the annual risk map produced by Swedish software company Safeture, which ranks countries based on how safe they are for tourists.
Which are the most dangerous then? What if I really need to visit one of these countries? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Is Bedrotting bad for your health?
Could intentional inflexibility help you succeed at work?
Why do we get travel sick?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 24/7/2024
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How much money makes you happy?
13 augustus 2025 · 5 min
Money can buy a lot, but can it buy happiness? This is a question that philosophers, economists, scientists and storytellers have puzzled over for some time; and if it can, then does more money make you even happier? Lees meer
According to Prof Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, director at the University of Oxford Wellbeing Research Centre there is a definite link between money and happiness, especially at the bottom of the pay scale. So for example someone earning £20,000 who moved to £40,000 would experience a significant boost in happiness. However, to achieve that same happiness boost, you’d have to move from £40,000 to £80,000, then again £80,000 to £160,000. In order to get the same impact, you have to double each time.
What about the ‘happiness Plateau’ theory? Do happy people earn more money? Isn't there more to happiness than income? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is the Barnum effect?
How to spot, prevent and treat heatstroke ?
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First broadcast: 23/3/2023
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What are the biggest misconceptions on beating heatwaves?
8 augustus 2025 · 6 min
According to a World Meteorological Organisation report from May 2023, it’s now more likely than not that global temperatures will surpass the key milestone of 1.5°C warming. This is of course down to human-related greenhouse gas emissions, as well as the El Nino weather phenomenon in the Pacific Ocean, which was confirmed to have started as of early June. Lees meer
Of course the long term impact of such warming is expected to be catastrophic, but even in the short term it means that all of us are faced with increasingly frequent heatwaves, the likes of which saw temperature records broken across the UK in July 2022.
Should we take cold showers ? Should we drink a cold beverage ? Should we leave our fan on all night while we're sleeping ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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What is brain tapping, the viral technique for improving sleep quality?
What is the half and half drinking method?
How can heatwaves impact our mental health?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 13/7/2023
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Why do we love hate-watching certain films and series?
6 augustus 2025 · 5 min
Frenchie shore, Love Island those are typical examples of shows that people love to hate-watch. The practice has become more and more widespread in recent years with the rise of streaming platforms. It seems mutual hatred makes for a strong bond! Lees meer
The term was actually invented back in 2012 by Emily Nussbaum, a well-known critic for the New Yorker. She talked about how she couldn’t stop watching musical drama series Smash, despite finding it terrible from start to finish. It’s along the same lines as the “So bad it’s good” trend, which Ryan Bailey used to name his hugely popular podcast, which explored all the pop culture we love to hate.
How exactly does one hate watch then? Why do people keep watching shows they don’t like? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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Why do people get angry when they drive?
Is palm oil really bad for your health?
How to make the most out of a rental property?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 15/7/2020
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How can I get the most out of daytime napping?
5 augustus 2025 · 5 min
Studies have repeatedly shown that human sleep quality is deteriorating year after year, for a number of reasons, including workaholic lifestyles and rising global temperatures. Lees meer
Daytime napping shouldn't be seen as a replacement for insufficient nighttime sleep, but there are a number of health benefits nevertheless. It’s actually pretty natural for our bodies too, and has long been ingrained in a number of cultures.
When’s the best time to have a nap then? How can I get off to sleep quickly? What evidence is there of the benefits of napping?In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is the 12 week method for achieving your goals?
Can this budgeting method help us save better?
Is taking milk with coffee good for you?
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First broadcast: 16/7/2022
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What is vitamin D?
5 augustus 2025 · 5 min
This summer, relax and learn with Do You Really Know! It's time to learn all about the concepts, words and expressions that surround the summer season! What is vitamin D? Lees meer
Vitamin D was discovered in 1922 by American biochemist Elmer McCollum, who was nicknamed Dr Vitamin by Time Magazine. He found that cod liver oil could still prevent rickets in rats, despite its vitamin A having been removed. From this observation, he deduced that it contained a different substance which he called vitamin D. A sufficient quantity of vitamin D is necessary during early childhood years in order to prevent rickets. In adults, it protects against osteoporosis and the deterioration of bone tissue. It also plays an important part in preventing breast cancer and colon cancer.
How do we produce or find Vitamin D then? But how does sunblock work then? What about skin colour; does that impact our ability to produce Vitamin D? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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Why do we get verrucas?
What is climate shadow, the newest way to measure your impact on global warming?
Why do our bodies need magnesium?
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How can heatwaves impact our mental health?
4 augustus 2025 · 5 min
We’re all aware of the physical risks associated with extreme heat, like dehydration and fainting for example. But a number of scientific studies have shown that heatwaves also have a major impact on people’s mental health. Lees meer
It’s important to highlight that the difference can be experienced by anyone, not just those with existing psychiatric conditions. But one thing is for sure: the vast majority of us are more anxious when temperatures are high. And it makes sense that we get more irritable when you consider how our bodies work. Heat causes our heart rate, pulse, blood pressure and cortisol levels to all increase. Meanwhile, it deregulates so-called happy hormones serotonin and dopamine.
Who is most affected? What do researchers have to say about it? What about eco-anxiety? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
Date of first release : July 19th, 2022
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Can you train your brain like a muscle?
How often should you wash your jeans?
Should I walk 10000 steps a day?
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First Broadcast: 13/6/2024
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What is digital sobriety?
3 augustus 2025 · 5 min
Digital sobriety is all about reducing the ecological footprint of our daily digital lifestyles. That’s right, using your cell phone, PC or connected refrigerator all contributes to pollution. And it’s on the rise. Lees meer
The transition to digital technology is often presented as being a positive evolution, especially with regards to reducing household energy consumption. But current practices are contributing to global warming.
How does online browsing contribute to pollution? So, what should we do about it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Is feeding birds in your garden a bad idea?
Why will we be using liquefied natural gas to heat our homes this winter?
Who is Giorgia Meloni, the new face of the Italian far right?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 25/2/2020
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What is a power nap?
3 augustus 2025 · 5 min
A power nap is a short sleep which is long enough to give an energy boost, but not so long that you enter deep sleep. The term was coined by American social psychologist James Maas, a professor at Cornell University. Science shows that power naps could be of benefit to employees in the workplace, where efficiency is key. Lees meer
Sometimes, a power nap lasts just a few seconds, in which case it’s referred to as a microsleep. Dali would do it in a seated position, holding a spoon between his fingers. When he started to fall asleep, his grip on the spoon would loosen and the sound of the spoon hitting the floor would of course wake him up immediately.
So I can just fall asleep at my desk and my boss will be OK about it? Will I become smarter if I have a power nap every day after my lunch break? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Should I be cleaning my belly button?
What do you get better at with age?
Why has astrology come back into fashion?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 16/3/2022
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Why do some people confuse their left and right?
2 augustus 2025 · 5 min
Knowing the difference between right and left is crucial for various daily activities like driving and navigation. While most of us take this skill for granted, a significant portion of the population faces challenges with it. A study published in 2020 in the Journal of Experimental Psychology estimated that one in six adults struggles to distinguish their right from their left. Lees meer
Of course, if you turn the wrong way when out in the street, it can be a minor inconvenience. You might get lost, or turn up late for an appointment for example. But in some cases, confusing left and right can be a matter of life and death. It might sound unlikely, but all too many times, surgery has been carried out on the wrong side of a patient’s body due to human error, with tragic consequences. And back in 2010 it emerged that the sinking of the Titanic may have actually been caused by a left-right steering error.
So, how does this actually work? Now, why is this such a challenge? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is an oil shock?
Could Turmeric help indigestion?
What is reverse ageing?
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First Broadcast: 23/10/2023
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Why do we lose our appetite when we fall in love?
1 augustus 2025 · 5 min
A lot of things happen to our bodies when we fall in love. Some of the obvious physical reactions are getting butterflies in the stomach, dilated pupils and a racing heartbeat. Another one that many of us have experienced is losing our appetite. Lees meer
You know the feeling: you're so smitten with your new crush that you can barely eat a bite. You skip breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and instead spend hours daydreaming about them or talking to them on the phone.
What's actually going on inside the body when this happens? How do you explain that some people put on weight when in a relationship? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is the olive theory from Tiktok?
How does the vagus nerve affect your health?
What is climate shadow, the newest way to measure your impact on global warming?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 23/9/2023
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What is London's No Trouser Day?
1 augustus 2025 · 5 min
You may have seen it on the news, on social media, or even on the tube: hundreds of people riding the underground with no trousers on, in the middle of winter. On Sunday the 7th of December London commuters braved the cold to strip off to their underwear for this unusual event. Lees meer
The No Trousers Tube Ride, as it is officially called, is an annual event that takes place on the first Sunday of January. It started in London in 2009, inspired by the No Pants Subway Ride, which was created by Improv Everywhere, a New York-based comedy collective, in 2002.
What does it mean? Is it a protest, a prank, or a party? What is the reaction to the event? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What are the pros and cons of homeownership in the UK?
How can I make and keep my new year’s resolutions?
Why does the year begin on January 1st?
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First Broadcast: 11/1/2024
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What should you eat when it’s hot?
30 juli 2025 · 5 min
In June 2025, the Met Office announced that the UK had had its warmest spring on record, with a mean temperature of 9.5°C, beating the previous mark set just a year prior in 2024 and exceeding the long term average by 1.4°. Lees meer
It’s becoming increasingly important to adapt to periods of extreme heat, and one way to make stiflingly hot days more bearable is to adjust what you eat.
What should be avoided then? And what about drinks? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Should I eat starchy foods in the evening?
Why should I eat more fermented foods?
Faux self-care: are we being fooled by the wellness industry?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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Will ATMs disappear?
29 juli 2025 · 4 min
The number of free-to-use ATMs in the UK has been steadily declining, with a 6% drop from 2022 to mid-2023. This reflects a shift in consumer habits, as cash usage has decreased significantly. For example, weekly ATM withdrawals fell by nearly a third, from £2.2 billion in 2019 to £1.5 billion in 2023. Lees meer
The shift began years ago but accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021, cash accounted for only 15% of all payments in the UK, driven by the rise of contactless and online transactions. While 74% of adults use cash occasionally or rarely, certain groups, including older adults and those without access to digital banking, still rely heavily on it.
When did we start paying less in cash? Does this mean cash payments are on their way out? Why are ATMs disappearing? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How can I use the 80/20 method to save money?
How do sim swapping scams work?
Is putting on less heating a way to save money and be healthier?
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First Broadcast: 15/1/2025
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How can you keep wasps away?
28 juli 2025 · 4 min
They buzz around your fruit salad, hover over your barbecue, and seem to think the edge of your pool is their hangout. Every summer, it’s the same story - wasps turning your outdoor bliss into a swatting frenzy. But it doesn’t have to be this way; there are ways to keep them at bay. Lees meer
There are gentler, and smarter ways to make them buzz off. Essential oils are a great place to start. Scents like lemongrass, cloves, and lavender are natural wasp deterrents.
What about when you're having a barbecue? But aren’t we supposed to protect wasps? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Is it dangerous if I get heart palpitations?
Is eating fish still good for you?
What is Fridgescaping?
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Why do I attract mosquitoes more than other people?
25 juli 2025 · 5 min
Warm summer nights often bring unwelcome guests into our homes in the form of mosquitoes. For now we fortunately don’t have any mosquito-borne diseases being transmitted to humans in the UK, but with the warmer temperatures brought on by climate change, it may only be a matter of time until that changes. Lees meer
You may have noticed that some of us seem to attract more mosquito bites than others, even within the same household or having been at the same gathering. A popular belief is that mosquitoes have a preference for certain types of skin, because they find them sweeter.
Is skin ‘sweetness’ really the most important factor? What does CO2 have to do with it? Does my choice of clothing make any difference? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is the Pygmalion effect?
What are the alternatives to air conditioning?
What is misogynoir?
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First Broadcast: 19/8/2023
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Should I quit air travel to save the planet?
24 juli 2025 · 5 min
Flying is far from being the most eco-friendly means of transport. Right now it’s responsible for around 2% of global carbon emissions, but that could grow to as high as 16% by 2050. Lees meer
With the notable exception of travel restrictions in the last two years, the airline industry has gradually been transporting more and more passengers for decades now. While that continued growth is impressive, we have to recognise that along with it come certain undesirable effects on the environment. Now that the climate crisis is all the more undeniable, could we see the general trend reversing at some point? Certain environmentalists gave up flying long ago to limit their carbon footprint. Greta Thunberg is one prominent example.
Can individuals really make a difference? Isn’t taking the train way more expensive and time-consuming? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for me?
How does Paris syndrome affect some visitors to the French capital?
Can I get health benefits from masturbation?
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First broadcast: 26/8/2022
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What is space tourism?
23 juli 2025 · 5 min
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos stepped down from his position as the company’s CEO to focus on other projects. He’ll remain executive chairman at Amazon but now wants to dedicate more time to other projects, including his space tourism company Blue Origin. Lees meer
Following that surprise announcement, British business magnate Richard Branson also declared his desire to go into space with his company Virgin Galactic. Some have labelled these developments as a new dawn for space tourism.
So who’s earning bragging rights in the billionaires’ space race?How long has space tourism been around? Wait, are you saying one day I’ll be able to jump on a rocket into space? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Why should I avoid showering after a workout?
How often should you wash your bedsheets?
How can I keep my exercise eco-friendly?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 4/10/2022
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Could summer shading pose a threat to your relationship ?
23 juli 2025 · 5 min
Summer is here! The sun’s out; you’ve got a week or two off work and the beach and sea are calling. It’s time to relax, soak up some much-needed vitamin D, and why not open the door to new romantic encounters. Lees meer
That’s all well and good if you’re single; but if you’re in a relationship, bear in mind that summer shading is becoming more and more common. It basically means putting a romantic relationship on hold over the summer in order to enjoy a few carefree flings
How common is summer shading then? How can you tell if you’re being summer shaded then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Why does looking at the sun make me sneeze?
Could mate poaching be a threat to your relationship?
Could a bathroom divorce help your relationship to thrive?
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What is vitamin D?
23 juli 2025 · 5 min
This summer, relax and learn with Do You Really Know! It's time to learn all about the concepts, words and expressions that surround the summer season! What is vitamin D? Lees meer
Vitamin D was discovered in 1922 by American biochemist Elmer McCollum, who was nicknamed Dr Vitamin by Time Magazine. He found that cod liver oil could still prevent rickets in rats, despite its vitamin A having been removed. From this observation, he deduced that it contained a different substance which he called vitamin D. A sufficient quantity of vitamin D is necessary during early childhood years in order to prevent rickets. In adults, it protects against osteoporosis and the deterioration of bone tissue. It also plays an important part in preventing breast cancer and colon cancer.
How do we produce or find Vitamin D then? But how does sunblock work then? What about skin colour; does that impact our ability to produce Vitamin D? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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Why do we get verrucas?
What is climate shadow, the newest way to measure your impact on global warming?
Why do our bodies need magnesium?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 16/8/2022
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Why are you exhausted after a day in the sun?
21 juli 2025 · 4 min
You’d think a day spent lounging on the beach would be the ultimate recharge. No deadlines, no emails, just rest and relaxation. And yet, by the time you head home, you’re wiped out. Not just relaxed, completely drained. It's supposed to be restful, so why does it feel like you’ve just run a marathon in flip-flops? Lees meer
It’s not just the sun, it’s the heat, the humidity, and the work your body puts in to stay cool. Even when you're lying still, your internal systems are hustling to keep your core temperature around 37°C. The hotter it gets, the harder your body has to work.
How does the body manage that? At what point does heat become too much? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Who was the real Count of Monte Cristo?
How can we choose the right sunscreen product?
Can I reuse sunscreen from one year to the next?
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What is Ramsay-Hunt syndrome, the disorder affecting Justin Bieber?
21 juli 2025 · 5 min
In June 2022, Canadian superstar singer Justin Bieber took to Instagram to reveal that he has a rare neurological disorder called Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. Lees meer
He took a break from his world tour, and would do the same just a few months later, again using social media to tell fans about suffering with exhaustion and needing to “make health the priority”. After trying to restart the tour, he would eventually be forced to cancel his remaining concert dates.
How long have we known about this syndrome? What are its symptoms? Can you cure Ramsay Hunt syndrome? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Is binge drinking over in the UK?
How can I improve my posture in the office?
Why should I avoid showering after a workout?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast : 8/10/2022
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