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“Good manners and bad breath get you nowhere”, sang Elvis Costello in his 1981 hit New Lace Sleeves. And it’s true that halitosis, the scientific term for bad breath, can become a real source of shame and embarrassment when you realise or suspect you have it. What’s more, brushing your teeth properly twice a day won’t necessarily stop it from happening to you. And neither will the chewing gum, mints or dissolving strips that are often marketed to us as breath-freshening in order to build on our bad breath insecurity. To put it simply, there’s no such thing as a miracle cure, even if it’s a so-called revolutionary mouthwash or expensive dietary supplement. Are there any tried and tested solutions then? If that doesn’t solve it, will a dentist be able to help with my bad breath? What about diet - does that have any affect on our breath? Is bad breath always caused by lifestyle choices then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠Why does time go by faster with age?⁠ Why do we get bad breath? Do tongue scrapers actually help with bad breath? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You might not be familiar with the term ‘kinkeeping’, but the chances are you’ve benefited from it at some point in your life, in particular as a child but also in adulthood if you’re a man. It refers to the household or family tasks that are subconsciously assigned to women due to their gender. Of course, it’s pretty much equivalent to unpaid labour, and a lot of the time is taken for granted, going without any credit or even thanks. American sociologist Carolyn J. Rosenthal coined the term in 1985, in an article entitled Kinkeeping in the familial division of labor. She observed that the role of kinkeeper was often passed down from mother to daughter in nuclear families. The only study on the subject to date was carried out in 1996, and showed that 85% of kinkeepers were women aged from 40 to 69. Why are people talking about kinkeeping now? What are the negative consequences of kinkeeping? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Why has purple become the colour of feminism?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why do some people say slum tourism a bad thing?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ How should I organise my fridge?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First broadcast : 03/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to the World Health Organisation, harmful use of alcohol accounts for 3 million deaths each year. Indeed, it’s the third leading cause of preventable death, and causes a large burden for societies across the world. Of course regular alcohol consumption doesn’t always kill, but it can lead to other health problems, including neurological disorders. Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome is one such example. It’s the combination of Wernicke encephalopathy and Korsakoff Syndrome. Both are linked to vitamin B1 deficiency. Alcohol has a direct toxic effect on the brain, which can lead to a lack of certain substances, such as vitamin B1, which is also known as thiamine. What are the symptoms of this syndrome? How does it develop? Are there any forms of treatment? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to more episodes, click here: ⁠Are baths or showers better for our health?⁠ ⁠Can this budgeting method help us save better?⁠ ⁠Is microwaving food bad for you?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast. Written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 24/1/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"There are way easier places to work, but nobody ever changed the world on 40 hours a week." That’s exactly what Elon Musk tweeted in November 2018, as part of a call for new talent to join his companies. The post went viral, leading to a lot of people critiquing Musk's take on work and merit. Despite the criticism he faced, a lot of people, and followers of hustle culture in particular, stood firmly behind him. Hustle culture essentially glorifies putting in excessive effort at work, often at the expense of health and personal relationships. In this mindset, our identity becomes intertwined with our work role, with work being seen not as a means to a comfortable life but as an end in itself. When did the trend of hustle culture really kick off? Is there a shift happening? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: How can I avoid falling victim to roaching? What are the dangers with being overly perfectionist? What is the Mandela Effect? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 23/4/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The chances are that at some point you’ve scoured the internet in an attempt to figure out why you’re feeling sick. Maybe you go to Dr Google as a matter of habit any time you’re in discomfort or pain. Indeed, back in 2019, Google Heatlh Vice President David Feinberg told the Telegraph that 7% of all Google searches related to health, adding up to an incredible 70,000 every minute. But there are dangers to self-diagnosing. A lot of people rely heavily on social media, online forums, or even AI tools like ChatGPT as their primary sources for self-diagnosis. But there are various reasons why people choose to search for health-related information online. For example, it's free and can be done around the clock without needing to book an appointment. Isn’t it obvious that seeing a doctor is a better idea than doing that? Could someone miss a serious medical condition due to incorrect self-diagnosis? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: How does daylight saving affect your health? How can I sleep well with a blocked nose? Why is Disney becoming unpopular? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast : 27/10/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The perineum is a group of muscles that works like a hammock, stretching from the pubic bone to the tailbone. To pinpoint its location, try coughing; you’ll feel a downward pressure in your lower abdomen. It provides support for your internal organs, like the rectum and bladder, and for women, the vagina and uterus. It also absorbs physical impact. For example, when you run, the increased abdominal pressure puts stress on the perineum, which can absorb shocks equal to four times your body weight. In men, it also plays a role in maintaining erections. How can I know if my perineum isn’t as strong as it should be? And if my perineum is in good shape? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Why do our tastes change as we get older?⁠ ⁠How can I make and keep my new year’s resolutions?⁠ ⁠What is vitamin D?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 30/11/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This annual celebration of love and passion needs no introduction. Among those who partake in Valentine's Day, you’ve got those who go all out every year, never failing to honour the occasion and make sure everyone knows about it. Then there are others who prefer a quiet romantic night in with their partner. At the other end of the scale, some people sulk instead, telling anyone who’ll listen just how pointless or old-fashioned the whole thing is. In modern times, Valentine’s Day is certainly a highly commercialised holiday, but believe it or not, its origins go back nearly 2000 years and are influenced by Pagan and Christian rituals. So who is this Saint Valentine anyway? Wait a minute, he was executed and now he's celebrated? How did the Valentine's Day traditions evolve from then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: Why is going to the cinema so romantic? What is prowling, yet another toxic dating trend? How often should I wash my hair? A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us never really forget the person who first made our heart race or that awkward, wonderful, or maybe disappointing teenage kiss. Whether it was magic or a mess, that first experience often leaves a mark that shapes the way we see relationships as adults. How can one relationship have such a lasting effect? So, do we keep comparing every relationship to that first one? Does it matter if that first relationship was happy or painful? And what happens if your first love was a positive experience? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Can you improve your relationship by learning your love language?⁠ ⁠How long does love last according to science?⁠ ⁠Could zero dates make your love life more efficient?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 28/11/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love is without doubt one of the most fascinating and elusive topics in human psychology. You might have wondered at some point just what it is that makes romantic relationships work, and whether there are objective criteria that help. As we delve into the realm of human emotions and relationships, let’s discuss the Triangular Theory of Love. It was proposed by American psychologist Robert Sternberg in 1986, while he was teaching at Yale University. It actually went viral on Tiktok earlier this year, with the Triangular Theory of Love hashtag reaching over 850,000 views Is it anything to do with a love triangle ? What if a relationship has more of one component than the other two ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: 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 Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 26/7/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it starts over a sock left on the floor or a political debate that erupts a little too early at the holiday table, conflict is part of life. It’s not that we argue all the time, it’s that these moments stick with us. Sometimes they clear the air and help us grow; sometimes they shut us down and leave resentment simmering for years. So it’s worth knowing how to argue well. What actually makes something an argument? Do we really need to tell our loved ones everything? Can arguing be a sign of love? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: Why do friend breakups hurt so much? What are the warning signs of a toxic friendship? How do I know when to end a friendship? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You might or might not be surprised to learn that warm weather naturally enhances the libido. According to a 2022 survey by the Kinsey Institute, 60% of Americans report that spring is the season when they most want to get under the duvet with their partner. It all comes down to hormones. Light and warmth naturally stimulates our serotonin production, a mood-enhancing chemical. Additionally, it also increases testosterone production, a key player in libido. Light also activates the pineal gland, which regulates our sleep-wake cycles, further improving our mood. As a result, we become more pleasant and engaged in our relationships with others. Why is this? So how do you boost your libido when the weather is not good? What's the second tip? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What is the 10-10-10 method for dealing with everyday worries?⁠ ⁠Why has astrology come back into fashion?⁠ ⁠What are the most addictive foods?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 12/8/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling disconnected from a partner is a common problem in romantic relationships. According to a survey by McCain Foods in 2018, it affects 60% of all people in a relationship. Even worse, 15% of respondents admitted to spending more time interacting with celebrities on social media than with their partner. This sense of disconnection often stems from a lack of communication within the relationship. So today we’re going to tell you about a technique that may just help in that respect: the “five-minute coffee check-in”. Indeed Aston Simmonds, the Australian relationship coach who created it, credited it with saving her from divorce. What exactly does the "coffee check-in" entail? How often should my partner and I be having coffee check-ins then? Does the coffee check-in really work then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What is quiet hiring? What are the three types of female orgasm? Could Highlander syndrome help humans become immortal? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 19/4/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When someone tells you not to do something it often becomes even more tempting, which is why, as a teenager, when your parents forbade you from seeing a certain boyfriend or girlfriend you felt even more passionate about them. Now psychologist have looked into what causes this so-called ‘Romeo and Juliet effect’. Psychologists at the University of Colorado chose the name of Shakespeare's play following an experiment which was conducted in 1972. In the sixteenth-century play, the two protagonists, fall in love despite coming from different sides of a feuding families. What were the results? Does family approval make or break love? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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: 13/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a quiet Sunday evening, and you’re scrolling through Tinder, swiping left and right. Unlike the endless upward scroll of social networks, Tinder feels more like a slot machine. Swipe, swipe, and then — ding ! A match. A new game begins. But will this match lead to a true love story? Probably not. And that’s the crux of what digital scientist Aurélie Jean calls the Tinder paradox. Aurélie Jean argues that these platforms aren’t designed to help you find love — because if they succeeded, you’d stop using them. Instead, they operate on simplistic matching algorithms that fail to capture the complexity of human relationships. But isn’t it true that many couples meet on Tinder? Why are so many users dissatisfied with dating apps? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Why are some deadly diseases re-emerging?⁠ ⁠How can you use Tinder safely?⁠ ⁠What is a testicle bath?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 13/2/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for love in this day and age can be a time-consuming and draining process. More often than not, it involves downloading one or more dating apps, swiping through profile after profile, chatting for a while and then finally actually meeting up if it gets that far. It can feel like a bit of a crap shoot, and when things don’t lead anywhere, that can be disheartening. Well, a trend called date stacking might be the answer to that problem. It’s been getting a fair amount of attention online recently, since Tiktokker Paretay posted a video account of her experience, which has been liked over 5,000 times. What does it involve then? Is date stacking similar to speed dating then? Isn't it hard to keep up after a while? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: 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 Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 8/3/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever noticed how certain people just seem to drain your emotional energy any time you see or speak to them? It could be a work colleague, a friend, a neighbour or even your partner. Maybe you’ve shrugged it off, telling yourself that’s just how that person is and that they need to lean on you for support. The chances are you could be dealing with an energy vampire without knowing. What do energy vampires feed on? How do energy vampire relationships start? How can you protect yourself from energy vampires then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠What is Buccal Fat Removal?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is cybersickness, the mysterious condition linked to screen use?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is the Golem effect ?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 30/8/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Retinol is a form of vitamin A, which is essential for healthy skin. It has many benefits such as smoothing wrinkles, exfoliating dead cells, clearing pores, and fading dark spots. Retinol works by stimulating the production of collagen, which is the protein that gives your skin strength and structure, and by speeding up the turnover of skin cells, which means it helps remove old cells from the surface of your skin and reveal fresh ones underneath. How to use retinol? What should you be aware of before using a retinol? What is the difference between retinoid and retinol? Who should avoid using retinol? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Can you train your brain like a muscle?⁠ ⁠How often should you wash your jeans?⁠ ⁠Should I walk 10000 steps a day?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast: 13/06/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever fallen head over heels for someone as soon as you met them? It certainly doesn’t happen to us on a regular basis, but it’s pretty common for a person to say they’ve experienced love at first sight at some point in their lives. Psychcentral.com references a a survey of over 5,000 adults, which found that four in ten of them had had a love-at-first-sight experience, while psychologist Susan Albers has been quoted by various sources saying that as many as 60% of people experience it. For those of us who haven’t experienced love at first sight, what’s it actually like then? Why do we feel such intense emotion? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can the AAA method help you in tricky work situations?⁠ ⁠Is it good to have aches and pains after doing sport?⁠ ⁠Is it bad to drink water with a meal?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 12/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every year, The Economist Intelligence Unit publishes a Global Liveability Ranking, which assesses urban areas around the world according to quality of life, based on a number of factors.The latest ranking was made public in June 2023, and a trend was quickly identified. A number of highly-ranked cities dropped drastically, and that includes British cities like London, Edinburgh and Manchester. All three were in the top 10 biggest movers down the ranking, compared to 2022. Indeed, Edinburgh came top of that list, moving down from 35 to 58. In total, 173 cities were assessed for the 2023 Global Liveability Ranking. So wich cities fared best then ? Why did British cities perform so badly then ? Which are the least livable cities in the world ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : What is the war on wee? Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon? How can we choose the right sunscreen product? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. In partnership with upday UK. First broadcast : July 5th 2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You might assume that belief in the paranormal is limited to the fringes of society. After all, according to science, ghosts don’t exist; or at least, their existence has never been proven. But despite this lack of evidence, a significant proportion of people still claim to believe in ghosts. Within the last decade, Yougov polls have suggested that’s true for a third of Brits and 40% of Americans. How did belief in ghosts evolve over time? What’s the psychological explanation for believing in ghosts? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: 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: 17/7/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"May all your delulu come trululu, because being delulu is the solulu." The clip you just listened to comes from American influencer Bianca Bernardo on Tiktok, and it’s had over 2/3 million views at the time of recording. If you’re wondering what the heck those crazy words mean, it’s best summed up as saying: “may all your fantasies turn into reality”. Indeed, the delulu hashtag has racked up over 6 billion views on TikTok. And it’s more than just an online trend; delulu is genuinely morphing into something of philosophy, or coping mechanism for Gen Z to deal with reality. So, what does delulu actually mean? What are some real life examples of being delulu then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: Could custobots do our shopping for us in a few years time? What are some of the more unusual Royal servants jobs from the past? Are cold showers good for you? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 21/1/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to a 2019 report from eharmony, a third of relationships had started online between 2015 and 2019, compared to just 19% in the preceding decade. The so-called “Future of Dating” also suggested that by the year, more than half of relationships will have begun online. Whether you're seeking a serious relationship or just a casual fling, there's something out there for everyone. As with any constantly evolving market, dating apps have turned into a real business, and the quest for love can come with a hefty price tag. In September 2023, Tinder introduced a new invite-only service called Tinder Select, and brace yourself – it costs £4925 per year. But why pay, you might wonder? And can you still use these apps for free? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: Why has astrology come back into fashion? What do you get better at with age? Should I be cleaning my belly button? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 6/11/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More and more of us are consuming digital content at increased speed. Whether it’s on social media, watching a Netflix series or listening to a podcast like Do You Really Know, speed watching and speed listening are becoming increasingly common. It’s a habit you tend to see more among younger people, who are very active on social media and sometimes speed things up so that they can consume even more content than they can at regular speed!Are there any risks associated with accelerated content consumption then? Are there any situations in which speed watching is recommended? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: Why do we get addicted to social media? Do women really watch less porn? Why do we love hate-watching certain films and series? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s pretty common knowledge that office workers across the world have a sedentary lifestyle, which is linked with a whole host of potential health problems. But did you know that most of us also unconsciously hold our breath when staring into an electronic screen? The phenomenon was discovered by former Microsoft executive Linda Stone back in 2008, who named it email apnea. While she did a lot of breathing exercises at home, she realised those went out the window when she was in front of her computer screen looking through her emails. Fast forward to the 2020s and it’s not just emails that cause us to hold our breath. Laptops and smartphones are now part of our everyday lives, meaning we spend more time than ever before using electronic devices. What’s going on in our bodies when this happens? What are the health effects? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What are lucid dreams? What are primitive reflexes? Is it bad to drink water with a meal? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 18/10/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Choosing the right toothpaste can be a bit of a challenge, either because there's a plethora of options or because you might have specific requirements. It's not always clear what these products contain, whether it's advisable to steer clear of certain toothpaste, or if the organic versions are just as effective. The main goal is to tackle dental plaque before it turns into tartar, preventing issues like cavities, bad breath, and bacterial infections. According to tooth-doctor.com, a crucial factor for toothpaste effectiveness is the fluoride content. This trace element strengthens enamel and helps prevent cavities, with the recommended concentration varying based on age and individual cavity risk. The NHS suggests that “toothpastes containing 1,350 to 1,500 parts per million fluoride are the most effective” for adults and children over 7. What's in toothpaste? So, what should one go for? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What is the Mandela Effect?⁠ ⁠What are the dangers with being overly perfectionist?⁠ ⁠ How can I avoid falling victim to roaching?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 6/12/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cleaning can feel satisfying, but did you know many household products might actually harm your health? A 2021 Which? study revealed that nearly half of common UK cleaning products contain potentially dangerous chemicals. Even those labeled “eco-friendly” or “for sensitive skin” aren’t always safe. Preservatives like Methylisothiazolinone and Benzisothiazolinone are known to cause allergic reactions, while others may disrupt hormones or affect reproductive health. And then there’s bleach—a go-to for many households, but a major contributor to indoor air pollution and respiratory problems. So how can you clean safely without risking your well-being or the environment? Or my health ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠How can I celebrate New Year’s at home and still have fun?⁠ ⁠Should we be worried about the Lensa AI avatar app?⁠ ⁠How does the 3-30-300 rule affect my mental health?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 25/4/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The great un-retirement is a term that has been coined to explain the fact that people are working longer or even coming out of retirement completely to return to work. Find out why this is happening in this episode. In a poll by Rest Less, a digital community that supports the over-50s, 32% of members said they would consider returning to work or that they were already working again. And statistics back this up. The Office for National Statistics reports that there are now more people aged 50 and older in work or looking for work than before the pandemic, while figures from the Centre for Ageing Better show that the number of people aged 65 or over entering the workforce rose by 173,000 in the first quarter of 2022. Why are so many people coming out of retirement? What problems do older people face when looking for a job? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠Why do we get addicted to social media?⁠ ⁠What are the dangers of using Botox?⁠ ⁠How can I wake up refreshed every morning?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 24/10/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All romantic relationships come with challenges, and one of the biggest hurdles tends to be fidelity. Over the years, there have been a number of studies on the prevalence of cheating, but it’s tricky to know how reliable data from those studies is. After all, it relies on people owning up to unfaithful behaviour. Generally speaking though, surveys from the likes of YouGov have suggested that around one in five people in the UK have had an affair at some point in their life. Why don’t these mate poachers just look for someone who’s actually available? Is there any way to spot a “mate poacher”? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can I save money on back-to-school supplies?⁠ ⁠What is the coffee cup test in job interviews?⁠ ⁠Could the deep work technique help me concentrate better at work?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 4/9/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was widely expected that the condom industry would thrive throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, but to many people’s surprise, it actually struggled. Malaysian world number one Karex actually lost 50% of its stock value. And talking of Malaysia, the country has seen a remarkable development in the field of gynecology, with Dr John Tang Ing Chinh creating creating the first ever unisex condom, known as Wondaleaf. What does it look like and how much does it cost? Why do we need a unisex condom then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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 Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 13/07/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Birds of a feather flock together”, the old saying goes. But does that apply when it comes to romantic relationships? After all, we also say that opposites tend to attract, an idea which has been sold to us through Disney fairytales, romcoms and countless love songs over the years. But in 2023, a group of British and American scientists decided to put this notion to the test, by delving into a vast pool of existing data on the traits of couples. They published their findings in Nature Human Behaviour in August 2023. What exactly were they looking into then? So which saying bears true then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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 Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 14/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite the rising popularity of vegan or vegetarian lifestyles, many people still love the taste and texture of meat, or simply can’t kick the habit, having eaten meat throughout their lifetimes. That explains why the vegan meat substitute market is thriving. These 100% plant-based products are a good source of protein and closely resemble meat in a number of ways. But no doubt many of you who eat them have wondered whether they’re actually better for the planet or for human health. So what’s actually in them? And should we avoid meat substitutes? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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: 11/03/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From claims that AIDS was engineered to shrink the global population, to the insistence that the Earth must be flat because otherwise the oceans would spill over, to the idea that Michael Jackson is secretly alive, conspiracy theories are everywhere. A study by Arcom, the French media regulator, found that 60% of people in France believe at least one of them. We might be tempted to ignore these stories or laugh them off, but their impact on democracy and social cohesion is real. The challenge is that these arguments can sound surprisingly convincing, and they spread incredibly fast online. So what do you do when someone starts sharing these ideas? And what if that still doesn’t work? What if you just don’t have the energy to respond? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: Which conspiracy theories were actually true? Could sofa theory help you find your ideal partner? What is attachment theory? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. 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! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to cold weather we're not all in the same boat. Some of us can cope with low temperatures, while others are super sensitive, especially on their hands and feet. For some people extremities can become numb, painful, change colour or even develop into frostbite. Usually, when it's cold, vasoconstriction helps to protect us against low temperatures, by prioritising blood flow to vital organs at the expense of the extremities. However, this can be exacerbated in certain cases, and as a result the small vessels that are supposed to irrigate the body's extremities no longer supply enough blood to the hands, feet and sometimes the nose and ears leaving them extremely cold. What causes these microcirculation problems? And what can you do? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: 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 Broadcast: 21/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While it remains a complex phenomenon, the female orgasm is becoming a focus of more and more medical studies. Back in 2016, French sociomedical researcher Odile Fillod created the first ever 3D model of a clitoris, changing the way we think about female pleasure. And since then, we've learned a fair amount more about the different possible types of orgasm that a woman can have. We often talk about clitoral and vaginal orgasms! Is that really an accurate distinction? So are we saying there's only one type of orgasm then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can you use Tinder safely?⁠ ⁠Why do some people talk during their sleep?⁠ ⁠What are 3 tips for developing positive thinking?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 17/4/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For a number of years now, the innovative field of femtech has been revolutionising how we approach healthcare for women. Technology already touches just about every aspect of our lives, and healthcare is no exception. Now femtech focuses specifically on addressing various aspects of women's health, from contraception to diseases that predominantly affect women. It may have Initially been overlooked, but femtech has now emerged as a significant market in its own right. When did the term first appear? Would you say that femtech is a booming sector? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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: 6/3/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's face it, we’re so accustomed to seeing those little pop-up windows when landing on a website that we barely pay any attention to them anymore. Cookies have become ubiquitous, and whether it’s out of convenience or sheer habit, we tend to accept them without much thought. But those innocuous-seeming cookies actually harbour a wealth of information about us. The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office defines a cookie as "a small file of letters and numbers that is downloaded on to your computer when you visit a website.” It also says that “Cookies are used by many websites and can do a number of things, e.g. remembering your preferences, recording what you have put in your shopping basket, and counting the number of people looking at a website.” What exactly are they for then? What happens if we opt to refuse cookies? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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: 29/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve talked about love and relationships in a number of previous episodes of Do You Really Know. You may remember we’ve discussed the secrets to a long-lasting relationship, and the triangular theory of love for example. But despite lovey dovey representations of romance in films, a lot of people say that love doesn’t last forever. Some people say it’s limited to three years max for example. So what does science have to say on the matter then? Why wouldn’t love be the same three months and three years into a relationship then? Does genetics have any role to play? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What is reverse ageing? Could Turmeric help indigestion? What is an oil shock? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 21/10/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you reach a certain age, it often feels as though everything is in decline: your body, your memory, your energy. But what if getting older didn’t have to be a purely downward slope? Research has shown that that idea may in fact be a misconception. That’s right: your intellectual peak may end up coming much later than you expect. Surly our most significant intellectual performances happen when we’re young, don’t they? What other markers did they take into consideration then? Why do older people tend to face discrimination in the world of work then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: Why does time go by faster with age? Which jobs are most under threat from artificial intelligence? How to discard emotional baggage? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Tesla “We, Robot” event in October 2024 saw Elon Musk unveil the company’s Robotaxi, a fully autonomous car which he said passengers would soon be able to fall asleep in, and wake up at their destination. And all for a price tag of under $30,000! Critics quickly pointed out that Musk has often made ambitious claims about his company’s new technology in the past, which didn’t quite end up turning out as he’d promised. Does a self-driving car always mean there’s no human behind the wheel? When we reach level 5, will we no longer need a driver's licence? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Which jobs are most under threat from artificial intelligence?⁠ ⁠What is wellness syndrome?⁠ ⁠Does your name really affect your looks?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 21/10/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We often assume that fresh is best, but the reality is more complicated. It all depends on how vegetables are stored, how long they’ve been in transit, and even how they’re cooked. While fresh vegetables are packed with nutrients right after harvest, they can lose a significant amount of vitamins and minerals by the time they reach your plate. According to a 2023 study on UK consumer habits, nearly 90% of British consumers regularly buy frozen vegetables, showing a more balanced approach rather than overwhelmingly favoring fresh produce. Frozen vegetables are picked and frozen within hours, preserving up to 80% of their vitamin C, while fresh ones can lose up to 40% of their nutrients during storage and transport. So, which option is healthier? Are frozen vegetables actually better than fresh ones? And what about cost and convenience? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, you can click here: ⁠How is toilet paper helping to reduce suicide in Japan?⁠ ⁠How can I influence my dreams?⁠ ⁠Is it best sleeping in total darkness?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue First Broadcast: 4/4/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you were a WWE fan in the 2000s, a mere mention of the name Dave Bautista is likely to get you feeling all nostalgic. During his wrestling career, Bautista became well known for his muscular build. And even after quitting the WWE, he stayed in the spotlight, going into acting and being recognised as the “best wrestler-turned-actor” out there, according to the likes of ScreenRant, AVclub.com and a prominent Reddit thread with over 1800 comments. After he put a lot of weight on for a role in Knock at the Cabin in 2023, fans were shocked to see him looking super slim at the premiere of The Last Showgirl at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2024. Do actors often go to such extremes to lose weight for roles? Do actors sometimes go in the opposite direction and gain weight for a role? What about female actors? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: Why do we love hate-watching certain films and series? What is the Cannes Film Festival ? Does music really make us more productive? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 2/11/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing was only created in the late 20th century, but it’s since established itself as a popular and increasingly used form of therapy. EMDR is especially recommended for children and adults dealing with trauma from physical or psychological violence, such as sexual abuse. It was discovered relatively recently in 1987, but that doesn’t mean it’s an alternative treatment; it’s a clinically proven approach. According to charity PTSD UK: “One study showed up to 90% of single-trauma victims no longer have PTSD after only 3 90-minute sessions.” How does it work? How was it discovered? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can we live without regrets?⁠ ⁠What is the psychology behind the bystander effect?⁠ ⁠What is a transference in psychiatry?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As summer approaches, a lot of people are hitting the gym with the goal of slimming down. Maybe you’re aiming to shed a few pounds and show off a toned figure at the beach. Naturally, the first reflex is often to hop on a treadmill or lift some weights. But here’s the thing: while exercise is great for you, it’s not always the most effective way to lose weight. To lose fat, you have to burn more calories than you consume. Simple enough. But in reality, the bulk of your daily calorie burn comes from basic body functions, things like breathing, pumping blood, regulating temperature, and even thinking. So does exercise burn more calories or not? So is exercise still worth it?In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Is it good to have aches and pains after doing sport?⁠ ⁠How can I improve my sporting performance through mental preparation?⁠ ⁠What are the health impacts of taking public transport?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 23/6/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seven minutes, a freight elevator, and an angle grinder, that’s all a small team of robbers needed to steal jewelry from the Louvre’s Apollo Gallery on October 19, 2025. And this isn’t unprecedented: in 1911, the Mona Lisa was stolen by a museum employee and only resurfaced two years later. Faced with that kind of risk, some museums now quietly display reproductions instead of originals. Is this common? When are copies used? But can copies deceive? Do we feel the same emotion facing a copy? So, should museums swap originals for copies? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: Will the British museum finally give back the Parthenon marbles? What is the 9/11 Museum? What are the dangers of hustle culture? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For generations, the idea of marrying your first love, living happily ever after, and having lots of kids was considered the ultimate dream. But for Gen Z and younger generations, that vision is shifting. New ways of "making a family" are emerging—like living long-term with friends, co-parenting without being romantically involved, and even entering into a lavender marriage. A lavender marriage is a union between two people for reasons other than love. Typically, it’s a partnership between a heterosexual person and a queer person that allows them to navigate the world within a heteronormative framework. By creating this unconventional family structure, they can enjoy some of the social and economic benefits of traditional marriage without the romantic entanglements. Is there a downside to marrying without love ? How does lavender marriage revolutionize the way we relate to each other? Under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How long do I have to wait to swim after eating?⁠ ⁠What is sad nipple syndrome?⁠ ⁠Could Turmeric help indigestion?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 12/3/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The question asked in the title of today’s episode might seem a little strange. After all, we all sit the same way on the toilet, right? Straight up with our knees at a 90-degree angle. But in fact that might not be the best for our digestive system. Stomach doctors, also known as gastroenterologists, suggest that this position can actually make it harder to go. And that’s not the only reason why you may want to find a better alternative position. The right position can actually help prevent other issues like hemorrhoids or constipation. What better options are there then? And how do you actually squat on a regular toilet? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: How can the AAA method help you in tricky work situations? Is it good to have aches and pains after doing sport? Is it bad to drink water with a meal? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 10/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is rewilding? Over the history of life on planet Earth, there have been five mass extinction events, due to changing sea temperatures, volcano eruptions and the asteroid impact that wiped out the dinosaurs. And now experts fear a sixth mass extinction is underway, this time directly linked to human activity. According to a study published in Biological Review in January 2022, 10% of the planet’s known plant and animal species have disappeared from existence over the last 500 years. What’s the difference compared to conventional conservation efforts? Do you have any examples of rewilding projects? What about in Europe? ⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠ To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠What is the Russian Oil Embargo?⁠ ⁠What is the thyroid?⁠ ⁠What is asthma?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 10/6/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to estimations from the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals charity, UK households are home to around 11 million pet cats. Cats have long been an integral part of human culture, and that has given rise to certain beliefs and superstitions. That’s particularly true when it comes to black cats, who have been associated with bad luck and misfortune for centuries. The association between black cats and bad luck can be traced back to various cultural beliefs and historical events. Why is it black cats in particular? Are there any cultures or regions where black cats are considered symbols of good luck? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : Can naps keep the brain healthy? What is online grooming? What does eating junk food do to our brains? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 2/8/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all had that moment of slipping on our headphones heading to school or work and feeling like an unstoppable force. But while most of us leave that unwavering confidence at the front door, for some, it's a whole different story. Their analyses are top-notch, decisions flawless, and social networks unbeatable. This phenomenon has a name – it's called the "god complex." Where does this god complex come from then? What's behind the causes of the god complex? How can one break free from the god complex? To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What were the Most Shocking Moments of the Turner Prize? What's really in vegan meat substitutes? Which are the dirtiest parts of our bodies? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. In partnership with upday UK. First broadcast 15/12/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices