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Why should you pee after having sex?
28 augustus 2026 · 7 min
I don’t know about your love life, but let’s be honest; for most people having sex doesn’t work out as smoothly as what you see in the movies. Not only is the act itself idealised, but so is what comes after. On screen, you tend to see couples snuggling and drifting off in each other's arms, all cosy and serene. Lees meer
But what movies tend to skip over is the part where you have to slip out of bed with your legs pressed together, and waddle like a penguin to the bathroom to pee and wash up. OK, it might feel like a bit of a mood killer, but it’s actually very important for staying healthy.
How does peeing stop bacteria from reaching the bladder? Do I really have to forget about post-sex cuddling? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Why do some people get a headache during sex?
Is sex without feelings ever a good idea?
Could using lube help you get more pleasure from sex?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 11/11/2024
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What are the craziest beauty ‘standards’ in history?
28 augustus 2026 · 7 min
In French, when someone is beautiful, you can say they’re ‘canon’. The word itself means a general law, rule, princely or criteria by which something is judged, but when it comes to beauty it is simply means model that we elevate to the level of perfection. Lees meer
Except that this model has changed a lot over the centuries and across cultures. Those who are considered “canons” today would have been considered ugly in another era. And some of the beauty standards of the past would probably look downright grotesque to us today.
Did people alter their skeletons in the name of beauty? Is it mostly women who paid the highest price?
In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How did broccoli freckles become a beauty trend?
What is Face Wine, a viral beauty product from Tiktok?
What is Face Wine, the latest viral beauty product from Tiktok?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.
First Broadcast: 3/10/2025
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What are silent discos?
27 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What are silent discos? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
I don’t know about you but I sure miss partying the night away. In the age of social distancing, most of us can barely remember what it’s like to be part of a crowd dancing together in a club.
While we wait for life to slowly get back to how it was pre-Covid, you might be interested to know about another kind of party. Even your neighbours are unlikely to complain, seeing as there’s no noise. We’re talking about silent discos of course!
Wait, you’ve lost me; how can you have a disco without music? So you can have several different kinds of music at the same party, can you? Doesn’t it get a bit weird with everyone being in their own bubble? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is a QR code?
What are the Paralympics?
What is sapiosexuality?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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Are cold showers good for you?
27 augustus 2026 · 6 min
Even during the summer, the mere idea of taking an ice cold shower may well be enough to give you the shivers. After all, the soothing feeling of warm water running over skin is what most people prefer. Lees meer
But a lot of social media content creators claim to have reaped health benefits from taking cold showers. They tend to talk about blood circulation, skin quality and the immune system. So do their claims have any basis in fact or are they just seeking attention?
What’s the impact on blood circulation? It's also said that cold showers are good for mental health, is that true? Can cold showers be harmful to the body? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Could Britain ever rejoin the EU?
What 5 foods can improve brain performance?
What is pandemic skip?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 06/09/2023
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What is confirmation bias and how does it affect our judgement?
27 augustus 2026 · 6 min
Have you ever found yourself in a debate with someone and realised as it goes on, that the person you’re talking to simply isn’t going to change their mind. That might be the case even if they’re expressing a controversial point of view, or saying something that goes against scientific evidence. Lees meer
It’s often because they’re so convinced their perspective is right that they can’t see any nuances in the discussion. Even when you present a solid argument that challenges their views, they only focus on what supports their position and twist it into their defense. The chances are they’re experiencing something known as confirmation bias.
What’s that? How can you avoid falling into that trap? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is the optimism bias?
What is shy bladder syndrome?
What is Lima Syndrome?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 6/2/2025
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Does sex help us to sleep better?
26 augustus 2026 · 6 min
According to Mental Health UK, nearly one in five people in the country don’t get enough sleep. We’ve talked about various types of sleep disorder in the past on Do You Really Know and the link between good sleep and good health is well established. Lees meer
Many people turn to sleeping pills, but there’s a totally natural alternative which may actually yield better results.
What's that? Why is sex so beneficial then? 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: 18/3/2024
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What is mirror work?
26 augustus 2026 · 7 min
What is mirror work ? Lees meer
It’s not easy to learn to love yourself and have good self-esteem. But here’s the good news: it is possible to work at it. That’s the main premise behind positive psychology and personal development at least. One particular new thought method from the United States has gained a significant following; it’s known as mirror work.
Who invented mirror work then ? And what does the method consist of? But how can saying things to a mirror improve my self-confidence ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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What is Dugnad?
What is de-extinction?
What are happy hormones?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 12/5/2022
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What should you eat when it’s hot?
25 augustus 2026 · 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.
First Broadcast: 30/7/2025
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How can you keep wasps away?
25 augustus 2026 · 5 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?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue
First Broadcast: 28/7/2025
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How is AI giving a voice to the dead?
25 augustus 2026 · 7 min
Have you ever seen the Black Mirror episode called "Be right back"? It aired back in February 2013 and sees a character called Ash die in a car accident, leaving behind his pregnant wife Martha. During Ash's funeral, Martha’s friend Sarah tells her about a company which creates AI versions of dead people, by using personal data they had shared online. Initially reluctant, Martha eventually caves in and tries the service. As a result, she’s able to chat with an Android Ash as if he was alive. Lees meer
Now, Black Mirror is well known for delving into possible future technological developments, which are sometimes purely the stuff of fantasy. But the scenario portrayed in that particular episode may become widespread in the near future.
Are we saying this may actually be possible then? Do businesses see a lot of potential in deadbots? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Why is climbing stairs so good for you?
Am I in a situationship?
Which foods are best for burning fat?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast : 17/11/2023
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How can I wake up refreshed every morning?
24 augustus 2026 · 6 min
Some people believe they simply can’t function in the morning until they’ve had a cup of coffee. Others seem to be grumpy every morning, as if they’ve got out of the wrong side of the bed. Lees meer
Of course, a poor night’s sleep can be the cause, whether it be down to stress, not getting to bed early enough, drinking or other physical conditions like sleep apnea. Psychological factors can also come into play, like a lack of motivation in your job or relationship issues. But sleep quality and mental health aren’t the only factors. A lot of us wake up and get up in a pretty suboptimal way.
What’s the best way to wake up then? What about having a lie-in to get extra sleep? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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What is stealth wealth?
How much sleep should I get each night?
How do sim swapping scams work?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 11/5/2023
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Why do we drive on the left hand side of the road?
24 augustus 2026 · 7 min
According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, there are as many as 430 deaths per year due to wrong-way crashes in the United States alone. That might be hard to believe as for most of us driving on the “right” side of the road is as automatic as brushing your teeth. Lees meer
But there is of a course a divide between countries that drive on the left and those that drive on the right. In ancient times, driving was not really regulated, but it was nevertheless the norm to drive on the left. And it’s down in no small part to the fact that the majority of people are right-handed. In ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt, soldiers and cavalry men carried their swords and shields on the left to draw more easily with their right hands when needed.
How far back does the tradition of driving on the left go? When did that change in other parts of the world? What about in other countries? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is Sisu?
What does Mercury in retrograde mean?
Does the Mediterranean diet lower risks of dementia?
A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 1/4/2023
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Could you be micro-flirting without realising it?
24 augustus 2026 · 5 min
There are plenty of ways to get the attention of someone you're crushing on. It might come very naturally to some, but for others, flirting can be an intimidating proposition. Lees meer
Have you ever wondered if someone is flirting with you, because of their somewhat ambiguous approach? Well, they may have been micro-flirting, a technique that dating experts say is used by shy men in particular. And there are actually some pretty recognisable under-the-radar strategies that qualify as micro-flirting, which is what we’re going to shed light on today.
How exactly does one micro-flirt then? Why do shy people tend to veer towards a micro-flirting approach then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How can I improve my sense of direction?
What does my urine colour say about my health?
Why are brownouts getting more and more common in the work world?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast : 15/05/2023
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What is squirting?
23 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What is squirting? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
OK, so from their teenage years onwards most men get used to fluid shooting out of their genitals on a regular basis. But female ejaculation is a thing too, and it’s known colloquially as squirting.
Most often, it’s when a woman expels fluid from the vulva either before or during an orgasm. It’s generally seen as a pleasurable sensation, even when it doesn’t happen at the same time as a climax.
The terms squirting and female ejaculation are commonly used interchangeably, but some researchers have suggested they are two distinct phenomena.
So squirting actually exists outside the world of porn? What is this mysterious fluid that comes out then? What are the secrets to making a woman squirt? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What are Fan Tokens?
What is terraforming?
What is a deepfake?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 9/9/2021
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What are blue zones?
23 augustus 2026 · 6 min
What are blue zones? Lees meer
Humans have wondered about the secrets behind longevity since the beginning of time. Well, as it turns out, the world’s five blue zones offer some revealing insight into this mystery. In these regions, people seem to live longer than in the rest of the world. Researchers have sought to understand the unique lifestyles that may be behind this phenomenon. Let’s go back to the year 2000. Studying the province of Nuoro in Sardinia, Italian professor Gianni Pes and Belgian demographer Michel Poulain discovered to their great surprise that certain villages were home to a high number of people in their 90s or even over a hundred years old. The researchers marked these locations with blue circles which is how the non-scientific blue zone label was coined.
Where are the other four blue zones then? So what are the secrets behind these people’s long lifespans? Diet and exercise have something to do with it too? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Is running actually bad for our joints and bones?
Is drinking decaf bad for my health?
What is the dangerous Blackout challenge on Tiktok?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 24/7/2022
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What is Godwin’s Law?
23 augustus 2026 · 6 min
What is Godwin’s Law? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
The events of the Holocaust are part of the compulsory curriculum in many countries across the world, especially in Europe. Indeed, it’s pretty rare to come across any adult who hasn’t heard of the unique horrors that took place.
Most people would agree that comparing recent Covid-19 restrictions and vaccination campaigns to Nazi atrocities is at best extreme and misguided; at worst disrespectful and downright offensive. But that’s exactly what some politicians and members of the public have done during recent protests.
This is an example of an adage known as Godwin’s Law, which originated on an internet forum in 1990. It reads as follows: “As an online discussion continues, the probability of a comparison to Hitler or to Nazis approaches one.”
What does that even mean? Who are these people comparing Covid-19 rules to the Holocaust? Is Godwin’s Law still relevant in the 21st century? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What are the Puppy Blues?
What are blue zones?
What is Niksen?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 5/8/2021
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What is Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?
22 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What is Maslow’s hierarchy of needs? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
During the Covid-19 pandemic, governments around the world have taken it on themselves to judge what’s essential or not for their citizens. Think of non-essential shops, businesses, products and leisure activities, for example. Restrictions based on these judgements have evolved constantly during various stages of lockdown or closures.
At an individual level, the Covid era has forced us all to think more deeply about what is truly essential to get by day to day; things we may have taken for granted before. Small comforts or luxuries have had to be sacrificed in many cases.
Back in the 1940s, American psychologist Abraham Maslow came up with a paper entitled “A Theory of Human Motivation”, in which he suggested a hierarchy for human needs.
It’s commonly represented as a five-level pyramid, with physiological needs at the base, being the biological component for survival. Working up from there, you’ve got safety needs, love and belonging needs and then esteem needs. At the top of the pyramid is self-actualisation, which means a person reaching their full potential.
How does the theory relate to human behaviour? What do those critics argue? And in what ways has Covid been an equaliser? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is the Covid vaccine pill?
What is the black fungus epidemic?
What is geophony?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 14/8/2021
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How has Taylor Swift changed USA?
22 augustus 2026 · 7 min
She's one of the most influential women in the world. Taylor Swift, a country star in the United States who has become a global pop star, is shattering all records. She has been named the Personality of 2023, and has won Album of the Year for the record-breaking 4th time. Lees meer
In November 2024, Joe Biden, the President of the United States, is standing for re-election. His main opponent is still Donald Trump, what does Taylor Swift have to do with all this? Well, she has a considerable say in the outcome of the election.
How so? What is the Taylor Swift effect ? And does it only apply to politics? 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: 15/2/2024
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What is Ocean Viking?
22 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What is Ocean Viking? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
The Ocean Viking humanitarian vessel now has well over 500 survivors on board, located in waters between Italy, Malta and Libya. It has carried out a number of rescue operations in the last week.
According to NGO SOS Mediterranee, who operate Ocean Viking, survivors on board are mainly refugees and migrants. Many are minors, some of whom were attempting the treacherous crossing unaccompanied. Yet governments so far seem in no hurry to come to their aid.
When was Ocean Viking first used as a rescue ship? Have there been other similar rescue operations? What’s the latest for Ocean Viking then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Who is Quentin Tarantino?
What is a heat dome?
What is the Olympic flame?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 7/12/2021
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What is the #QuitMyJob trend?
21 augustus 2026 · 5 min
"Do you really know?" is Bababam's daily podcast, which helps you understand the words, acronyms, and concepts that are making the news every day. From December 6th to 20th, discover the words that have left their mark on the year, with our 2021 Retrospective. From the "Pandora Papers" affair to the "#QuitMyJob" hashtag and of course the "Long Covid" condition, (re)discover these words that sum up 2021. Lees meer
What is the #QuitMyJob trend? Thanks for asking!
This hashtag went viral on TikTok during the summer. On social media, thousands of web users used the hashtag QuitMyJob to hand in their resignation directly on the Internet. For starters, to give their notice in style. But more importantly, to call their employers out for unacceptable behaviour. American Shana Blackwell, is seen as having started the QuitMyJob trend. In autumn 2020, she made the following announcement over her Walmart store’s PA system.
Hold on, why would anyone want to do that? Can employees get in trouble for making allegations against their employers online? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is a Tiny House?
What is tokenism?
What is squirting?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 18/12/2021
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What does loneliness do to our brains?
21 augustus 2026 · 7 min
Not everyone has the same relationship with social contact. Introverts, for example, recharge by spending time alone. Meanwhile extroverts get their energy from being around other people. Lees meer
But here’s the thing: being introverted or enjoying solitude isn’t the same as being lonely. Loneliness can actually become painful, and even harmful, when it drags on for too long.
What happens when loneliness becomes chronic then? How does that work then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Do our brains really tell the whole story about us?
What does eating junk food do to our brains?
Do our brains really tell the whole story about us?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 19/11/2025
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Why are more and more children suffering from virtual autism?
21 augustus 2026 · 6 min
The World Health Organisation says that children between the ages of two and five should get no more than one hour of sedentary screen time per day, while children under two shouldn’t get any at all. But the general consensus is that many parents don’t enforce those guidelines, and many toddlers end up overexposed to digital devices as a result. Lees meer
Increasingly, early childhood professionals are reporting concerning and unusual behaviour in children who have been excessively exposed to screens. Research published in Global Pediatric Health in 2020 referred to this as Early Media Overexposure Syndrome, and the term virtual autism has also emerged to describe it.
What are the symptoms? Is virtual autism a recognised condition then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Could intentional lazy parenting foster your child's independence?
Why do children have imaginary friends?
Could intentional lazy parenting foster your child's independence?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast : 07/02/2024
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What is rape culture?
20 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What is rape culture? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
Society generally sees rape as one of the most heinous crimes that exists. But the sociological theory of rape culture suggests that sexual assault continues to be so common precisely because of certain attitudes on gender and sexuality.
Certain myths and misconceptions are handed down from generation to generation, ending up embedded in cultural norms. The consequences: victim shaming, impunity for perpetrators and encouraging women to sacrifice freedoms to avoid being raped, are drastic
Are you talking about the idea of the patriarchy? How has the situation evolved in recent years? How can we combat rape culture? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is the Covid vaccine pill?
What is the black fungus epidemic?
What is geophony?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 18/6/2021
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Can you get food poisoning from raw fish?
20 augustus 2026 · 6 min
Eating raw fish like sushi and sashimi has never been more popular, whether that’s in restaurants or on supermarket shelves. The good news is that such dishes are rich in fatty acids and vitamins from the A, D, and E groups, which brings a host of health benefits. But on the flipside, they can also be sources of contamination. Lees meer
It’s mostly down to improper handling and storage at seafood markets, or cross-contamination. Some fish caught from polluted waters may contain toxins. It’s important to know that raw fish can carry parasites.
What kind of contamination? What are the parasites that can contaminate fish? How can I avoid getting contaminated? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Why do we get nightmares?
Has the climate breakdown really begun?
What is a frenemy?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 15/9/2023
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What is the ‘Yes Man’ Technique?
20 augustus 2026 · 6 min
Ever feel like a grey cloud is hanging over you? Life seems a bit gloomy, and your days are dull. You’re craving a change, but you’re stuck in a rut. Lees meer
Well, there is good news and the solution might be much closer than you think. Sometimes, all it takes is tweaking one or two elements of your day to transform your life. Enter the ‘Yes Man’ technique.
Where does it come from? Should You Say Yes to Everything? What’s the Point? What are the Limits? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is the pathological laughter condition that affects The Joker?
What is the Oosouji method of house cleaning?
What are the dangers with being overly perfectionist?
A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.
First Broadcast: 6/11/2024
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What is terraforming?
19 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What is terraforming? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
If you’re a fan of sci-fi, the idea of terraformation should be familiar. It refers to all the techniques and technologies which aim to transform the surface of a planet, making it suitable for human inhabitation. Basically, it means making a planet similar to Earth.
To make a Hollywood comparison, that’s exactly the purpose of the Weyland-Yutani company in Ridley Scott’s Alien series. Terraforming may have originally been dreamt up in works of fiction, but today's real-world science has taken inspiration and is trying damn hard to put it into practice.
The first recorded use of the term terraforming appeared in Astounding Science Fiction magazine in 1942.
Which planets would be most likely terraforming candidates? So, how likely is it we could survive on Mars? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is empty nest syndrome?
What is air rage?
What are silent discos?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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What is the Pegasus Project?
19 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What is the Pegasus Project? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
Ever since the Snowden case of 2013, the world has gotten used to the idea that states use surveillance to monitor people’s activity. All the same, the fallout from the Pegasus Project revelations of recent weeks has been huge, making it a highly significant cyber espionage scandal.
The initiative was coordinated by French media nonprofit organization Forbidden Stories, who last year obtained access to a list of 50,000 phone numbers targeted by Pegasus spyware. Thanks to the work of a consortium of investigative journalists from all around the world, as well as the support of Amnesty International, the global scale of government surveillance has become apparent.
Where does the name of the project come from? Who do the phone numbers belong to then? What have the repercussions been following the Pegasus Project revelations? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What are sonic weapons?
What is the I.O.C.?
What is the global bike shortage?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 8/7/2021
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What is geophony?
18 augustus 2026 · 4 min
What is geophony? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
Taking its name from the Greek prefix geo, as in the earth and phony as in sound, geophony could be most simply described as part of Planet Earth’s music. It’s a component of the soundscape that has surrounded us humans ever since we have been present on Earth.
We owe the concept to experts like Canadian composer and environmentalist Raymond Murray Schafer, who popularised the idea of the soundscape, or American and bioacoustician Bernie Krause. This field of study gives us a lot of insight into the state of the planet.
What kinds of sounds are we talking about? What can geophony tell us about the world? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is Godwin’s Law?
What are the Puppy Blues?
What are blue zones?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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Does the G spot really exist?
18 augustus 2026 · 7 min
Ah, the G-spot... An often cited but frequently elusive erogenous zone which has a reputation of being able to unlock intense female orgasms if you know how to stimulate it the right way. Lees meer
The G-spot was first discovered by German gynecologist Ernst Gräfenberg - hence the G part of the name - back in 1950. But the term was only coined in his honour in the 1980s, by a group of researchers who were writing about female ejaculation and popularised Grafenberg’s findings in a book. Gräfenberg attributed three main functions to this hotspot: generating pleasurable sensations, causing swelling, and sometimes leading to female ejaculation.
Where is the G-spot said to be located? Is this area really a magic button for intense orgasms? What’s the best way to stimulate the G-spot? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How do I know if I'm addicted to sex?
What is King Charles’ role in the Church of England?
Where does our phobia of clowns come from?
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What is broken heart syndrome?
18 augustus 2026 · 6 min
The idea of a broken heart may make you think of a cartoon, an emoji or a bad break-up from your past. But broken heart syndrome is a real physical condition, which is also known as Tako-tsubo. Lees meer
Good guess but just wide of the mark. Tako-tsubo syndrome was described for the first time in Japan, at the start of the 1990s. Researchers in the western world didn’t acknowledge the condition until several years later, towards the end of the decade.
The name is Japanese because that’s where the first case was recorded? How can we recognise the symptoms? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Could hot rodent men be the new male ideal?
Why are mini animals so popular?
Why does walking through doorways make us forget things?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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Why should I avoid showering after a workout?
17 augustus 2026 · 6 min
Because moving and doing regular physical activity is important for our physical and mental health! Listen again to our episodes about sport! Lees meer
After an intense and sweaty workout, the first thing most of us want to do is jump into the shower to relax our muscles and wash off the sweat. However, that’s not actually the best idea. Showering too soon after a workout can have harmful effects on our health.
Really? Like what? Is it better to take a hot or cold shower? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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How much do surrogate mothers get paid?
What is the Barnum effect?
How to spot, prevent and treat heatstroke ?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast : September 30th, 2022
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Could moon breathing help you sleep better?
17 augustus 2026 · 6 min
In this day and age, it’s common to feel stressed every day, even right through to the evening. Have you ever struggled to lower your stress levels when it comes to bedtime, and taken a long while to fall asleep as a result? Lees meer
The worry of not getting enough sleep then just gets you even more frustrated; it’s a vicious circle. If you’re falling victim to anxiety and fatigue for that reason, it’s time to stop binge-watching Netflix and try moon breathing instead!
What’s that? How can I get started with moon breathing then? How does it actually affect the body? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is relationship anarchy?
What does a full moon do to our bodies?
Could assisted dying become legal in the UK?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 16/1/2024
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What is empty nest syndrome?
17 augustus 2026 · 4 min
With the summer holiday season drawing to a close, many university students are preparing to leave home for the first time and head to campus accommodation. Lees meer
While they’re enjoying freshers week, chances are their parents may be finding it unsettling that their child is no longer present at home. That’s even more likely when it’s their last child who’s just left home. This form of grief is known as empty nest syndrome and it disproportionately affects mothers, who statistically tend to spend more time taking care of children than men, when it comes to heterosexual couples.
Why would that be a cause of sadness though? Shouldn’t parents be happy to see their children moving forwards in life? What can parents do to cope with empty nest syndrome? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !
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Is "quiet quitting" helping employees find a better work-life balance?
How is the #Periodsomnia campaign helping to close the period sleep gap?
What is the windscreen phenomenon?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 6/9/2021
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Could the PAUSE method help me make better decisions?
16 augustus 2026 · 6 min
Are you someone who thrives on making decisions at work, or do you prefer to take a back seat and let others have the final say? Decisions can be a source of anxiety, even for those who generally like making them. That's especially true when the sheer quantity of decisions to be made adds up, and you've got a limited amount of time in which to make them. That happens frequently to people working in a high-pressure role or environment. Lees meer
This is down to a phenomenon known as decision fatigue, which we've talked about in the past on Do You Really Know. It's easy to get weighed down in such scenarios, but thankfully there are ways of beating decision fatigue and making effective decisions without getting burned out. One such example is the PAUSE method.
Who came up with that? What do the other steps consist of in concrete terms? 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 Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 19/11/2023
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What is eco-anxiety?
16 augustus 2026 · 7 min
The UN’s COP26 summit is due to start this Sunday, and it’s pretty clear to most of us that climate change is the most serious threat to our health. Of course it’s a physical threat, especially to the vulnerable, due to extreme weather events like heatwaves, storms and fires, which are increasingly frequent and intense. Lees meer
But we mustn’t neglect the mental impact, as fear of the future is eating away at the minds of many. Indeed, climate-related disasters and environmental catastrophes are causing a lot of confusion and worry about the future of the planet.
Is it really that widespread? What’s the best way to manage feelings of eco-anxiety? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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Could brain dumping help you manage your anxiety?
Why are so many people suffering from AI anxiety?
Do anti-anxiety patches really work?
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What are Fan Tokens?
16 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What are Fan Tokens? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
Even if you’re not a football fan, you can’t have missed the news of Lionel Messi’s recent transfer to Paris Saint Germain in mid-August. But you may not have heard details of the star’s €30M sign-on package at PSG, a significant proportion of which was paid in the club’s Fan Token cryptocurrency.
The move led to a spike in PSG trading, with the token value more than doubling from one week to the next.
Where can you buy fan tokens? And what’s the point? Why do football clubs need more money anyway? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is terraforming?
What is a deepfake?
What is empty nest syndrome?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 8/9/2021
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What is mucosal immunity?
15 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What is mucosal immunity? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
It was announced last week that Covid booster vaccines would soon be available to millions of people across the UK, including all over 50s and other people with underlying health conditions.
In the meantime, new ways to combat the virus are emerging, specifically that of an nasal spray vaccine designed to boost mucosal immunity. Regular listeners may recall our recent episode on this kind of vaccine. The latest developments this month saw a team of French researchers present promising results from preliminary clinical trials on mice and hamsters.
How is mucosal immunity different to what’s generated by traditional vaccines then? Are you saying we won’t ever reach herd immunity with the existing vaccines? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What are Butler Cafés?
What is last chance tourism?
What is toxic positivity?
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What are sonic weapons?
15 augustus 2026 · 5 min
In June it emerged that Greek police had acquired two long range acoustic devices, designed to discourage migrants from approaching the country's border with Turkey. At the size of a small TV, the cannons don’t look particularly threatening, but are capable of emitting powerful sound waves as loud as a jet plane. Lees meer
An LRAD is an example of a sonic weapon, which is an umbrella term used to cover the many different types of acoustic harassment devices. They emit a particularly audible sound in a precise direction, making it very unpleasant for those who get close. The use of LRADs has been a source of controversy in a number of scenarios. In addition to the pain and disorientation caused, their alert feature has been reported to cause lasting hearing damage.
In what other scenarios are sonic weapons used? Is there anything peaceful protesters can do to protect themselves? 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?
Do I need to take vitamin D supplements?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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How can I have a healthier relationship with my smartphone?
14 augustus 2026 · 7 min
For a number of years now, our smartphones have played a central role in many aspects of our lives, from work to personal relationships to entertainment. There’s a close and sometimes addictive connection. Lees meer
Just think of doomscrolling for example, which is a phenomenon we’ve discussed in the past on Do You Really Know. It’s a form of behaviour which sees us compulsively scrolling through depressing content on social media platforms like Instagram or TikTok. It can easily end up draining us, leaving us feeling unfulfilled and possibly leading to anxiety or exhaustion.
How can I recognise if I’m addicted to my smartphone? What about at other times of the day? What’s the best way to get started? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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How much do surrogate mothers get paid?
What is the Barnum effect?
How to spot, prevent and treat heatstroke ?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 12/1/2024
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Does the law of attraction really work?
14 augustus 2026 · 5 min
Over on TikTok, the #idontchaseiattract hashtag is nearing in on 20,000 publications at the time of recording. It really took off in late 2023, especially after Kendall Jenner said the following in an interview with Enews. Lees meer
Behind the simple statement are young women advocating that with enough belief, you can manifest whatever you want in life. You might have also heard of "Lucky girl syndrome" and "manifesting," which have also gone viral on Tiktok in the past, and are based on similar principles. And these trendy ideas are essentially a modern spin on an age-old principle: the law of attraction, which gained popularity in the early 2000s within the realm of personal development.
How exactly did the "law of attraction" come about then? Is there any scientific basis to these ideas? 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 Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 25/2/2024
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What are the best ways to reuse my household waste?
14 augustus 2026 · 5 min
November is synonymous with Black Friday, great deals but what cost? Over consumption is endangering our already fragile planet. Is it time to change our ways? This week Do You Really Know is highlighting concepts and initiatives about reducing our consumption. Lees meer
All week long we’ll be discussing anticonsumerist trends as an alternative to Black Friday. Zero waste is a good example of one that has become very popular in recent years. The practice helps reduce consumption of non-recyclables but it’s also plain common sense. Let’s look at some simple ways to recycle waste at home and also save some cash while you’re at it.
What about composting fruits and vegetables? What about food that has already gone bad? What about waste that isn't organic? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is premium mediocre - the illusion of luxury?
What is Gross National Happiness, a potential alternative to GDP?
Why are my ears ringing?
A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 23/11/2022
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Is shaving too often bad for you?
13 augustus 2026 · 7 min
There’s a lot of popular ideas out there about body hair removal. Shave too much and the hair becomes thicker. Wax, and it will gradually start thinning out. It can be hard to know who or what to believe. Both women and men increasingly spend a lot of their time and money removing body hair, even though it acts as a barrier to bacteria, and sexually transmitted diseases in the case of pubic hair. Lees meer
Shaving with a razor, using an electric epilator and waxing all have their own pros and cons. But let’s take a moment to consider the rarely discussed topic of whether any of them pose health risks. Shaving for example is perhaps the most popular hair removal method due to how quick, easy and cheap it is. Using a razor is actually quite harsh on the skin though, and tends to dry it out in the long run. Depilatory creams are a gentler alternative, but they also contain certain hair-softening chemicals which can irritate the skin or worse, trigger an allergic reaction.
Are there any risks associated with waxing? It is said that bikini waxing can be particularly harmful. Is that true? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Why is sugar bad for our memory?
Does the law of attraction really work?
How can I stay trendy buying only second hand clothes?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 28/2/2024
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Why are we having children later and later?
13 augustus 2026 · 6 min
According to the Office for National Statistics, the number of births in the UK continues to fall. Experts are even talking about a “baby bust”, the opposite of the “baby boom”, to describe these statistics, which have reached the lowest level since records began in 1938. One explanation for this could be that people are having children later than previous generations, leaving them with a reduced fertility window. Lees meer
In 2020, the Office for National Statistics notes that the average age at which women become mothers is 30, compared with 26 in 1975. In addition to this, the latest ONS birth data, released in 2020, reveals that 28% of women have their first child after the age of 30 and 5% after the age of 40.
Can you run into problems if you want to get pregnant after the age of 30? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Could intentional lazy parenting foster your child's independence?
What causes tocophobia, the fear of pregnancy and childbirth?
Why do children have imaginary friends?
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What are the Puppy Blues?
12 augustus 2026 · 4 min
What are the Puppy Blues? Lees meer
You’ve no doubt already heard of the baby blues, a nice-sounding euphemism for the rather unpleasant postpartum depression. Well, some new pet owners have started talking of puppy blues in the same way, to describe the sadness they sometimes feel after adopting a new furry companion.
The puppy blues might be behind increased animal abandonment rates during the summer. Additionally, Fortune magazine reported a week ago that many Americans are surrendering their pets now the time has come to return to the office.
What is it like having the puppy blues? What can I do to get more confident about being a pet owner? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What are blue zones?
What is Niksen?
What is Pop-It?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 1/52022
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What is the global bike shortage?
12 augustus 2026 · 4 min
What is the global bike shortage? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
Cycling has enjoyed a huge boom since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. Local authorities have increased efforts to prioritise cyclists over drivers, creating new bike lanes and making other investments in this form of transport. However, a shortage of bikes has been affecting the whole world since 2020. This supply chain nightmare is still going on in summer 2021, and may be for some time.
What’s causing the global shortage? How long will I have to wait if I order a bike now? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is Eswatini?
What is mansplaining?
What is the digital divide?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 22/7/2021
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What is a heat dome?
12 augustus 2026 · 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! Lees meer
What is a heat dome?
The Pacific north-west is typically a mild region when it comes to weather. But in late June, Western Canada experienced record temperatures, with the province of British Columbia hit particularly hard. Temperatures are usually around 21° on the Pacific coast, but reached 49.5°C in Lytton, a village around 100 miles to the North-east of Vancouver. Cities on the other side of the border weren’t spared either, with Portland and Seattle both seeing their respective record temperatures smashed. We’re used to talk of heatwaves, but observers have labelled the latest situation a heat dome.
What’s the science behind these extreme temperatures? How dangerous is the heat dome? To what extent are heat domes due to climate change? 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: 18/8/2022
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What is space tourism?
11 augustus 2026 · 6 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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What is the black fungus epidemic?
11 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What is the black fungus epidemic? Thanks for asking! Lees meer
Since May 2021, India has been faced with an additional epidemic on top of Covid-19. It’s that of a black fungus, also known as mucormycosis. This rare infection spreads among Covid patients, first of all attacking their faces, in particular the nose, sinuses or eyes, before moving onto the brain and lungs.
According to AFP, India has recorded over 45,000 black fungus cases in the last two months. That’s compared to less than 20 cases per year in pre-Covid times. The real figure may be much higher and the epidemic is causing major concern, especially given the infection has a mortality rate of 50%.
Why has this epidemic taken off in India? What is done to treat those infected with mucormycosis? Is the black fungus a new kind of Covid then? Has it been seen in other countries? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What is geophony?
What is Earth Overshoot Day?
What is Godwin’s Law?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
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What is sapiosexuality?
11 augustus 2026 · 5 min
What are you most attracted to when looking for someone to date? Social status? A sense of humour? Good looks? Those are all positive traits for sure, but for sapioseuxals there’s one quality which trumps all others, and that’s intelligence. Lees meer
The word comes from the Latin word “sapien”, which means wise. Sapiosexuals don’t fall in love at first sight or even through an emotional spark. Rather, they seduce one another through long and complex discussions. Their partners may well have a successful career and financial stability too, but it’s the intelligence which really counts most. The brain has to be stimulated on an intellectual level before a sapiosexual would even consider the thought of physical intimacy.
It’s nothing new being attracted to someone who’s intelligent, is it? Is sapiosexuality a sexual orientation in its own right? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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What does the future hold for the Amazon rainforest?
Why are Just Stop Oil activists targeting works of art?
Could you be genetically immune to Covid?
A Bababam Originals podcast written and produced by Joseph Chance.
First Broadcast: 3/11/2022
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Why do friend breakups hurt so much?
9 augustus 2026 · 5 min
We all know that getting over romantic relationships can take time, sometimes weeks, months or years. Many poems, songs and film scenes have been dedicated to expressing the pain of dealing with such situations. But friendship heartbreaks don’t tend to get so much attention, even though they can hurt as much, or even more! Lees meer
Well one of the main things is that there’s a template for ending a romantic relationship. It’s a rite of passage really. But that simply doesn’t exist when it comes to friendships. It’s way more blurry when it comes to pinpointing exactly how or when a friendship starts and ends. We kind of expect it to last forever, so it’s a shock to the system if it doesn’t. Most of us would struggle to know how to firmly but respectfully put an end to a friendship when we need to.
What are the main differences between these two types of breakup? What’s the best way to end a friendship then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!
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Could hot rodent men be the new male ideal?
Why are mini animals so popular?
Why does walking through doorways make us forget things?
A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.
First broadcast: 30/7/2023
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