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The first quarter of 2023 has seen food inflation in the UK surpass 16%, according to the Office for National Statistics. Such inflation rates hadn't been seen for forty years. It's contributed to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, and an increasing number of people are struggling to afford to buy enough food. With all that in mind, many people's number one concern right now is keeping their supermarket bill as low as possible, regardless of how healthy what they're eating is. But there are ways of sticking to a balanced diet even on a shoestring budget. Isn't healthy food always expensive? What are the tips to buy healthy food at a low cost? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠Are men still being paid more than women?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What makes us ticklish?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why are there calls for a halt to AI research?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 12/4/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The placebo effect is a phenomenon in which a person's symptoms or well-being improve after receiving a fake treatment that has no specific or intrinsic effect on their condition. For example, a person may feel less pain after taking a sugar pill that they believe is a painkiller, or they may feel more energetic after receiving an injection of saline solution that they think is a vitamin. The placebo effect is not just about positive thinking or wishful thinking. It involves complex psychological and physiological mechanisms that are not fully understood. How does the placebo effect work? What are the benefits of the placebo effect? What are the limitations of the placebo effect? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Could AI ever be able to offer therapy?⁠ ⁠What is plasticrust, the latest concerning form of pollution?⁠ ⁠Why don't scars disappear?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast.A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast the 25/03/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christmas is a time of joy, celebration, gift-giving and of course decorating. For the most part people tend to stick to ‘Christmassy colours' especially red and green but these ‘traditional' Christmas colours have a long history and symbolism. Arielle Eckstut, author of The Secret Language of Color found that holly, with its green leaves and red berries has long played a role in winter solstice celebrations that predate Christmas. People revered holly plants for being evergreen and surviving the winter and used them as symbols of protection and prosperity in their midwinter celebrations.  “It's like a lot of things that have to do with culture and colour, where it's some combination of a natural phenomenon mixed with other cultural forces,” she says. What cultural events have made red and green Christmassy? Do red and green have any religious significance? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠At which time of day do we burn the most calories?⁠ ⁠Why does the cold make us need to pee?⁠ ⁠How can I meditate without meditating?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 19/12/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As winter quickly approaches, you might find yourself yearning to spend your evenings nestled on the couch, wrapped in a cosy blanket, sipping on hot tea or cocoa, all while enjoying a comforting movie – and ideally, with some company. You know, someone to share cuddles with. Who is that someone? Well, that's what cuffing season is all about. Think of it as the time of year when temperatures drop, and single folks start looking to couple up for the duration of the winter – whether they're consciously seeking it or not. Interestingly, many breakups tend to happen come spring. While the term has been around for quite some time in North America, it gained popularity through the 2013 song 'Cuffin' Season' by rapper Fabolous. In it, he crooned, "Though we gotta say goodbye for the summer, baby, I promise you this, I'll send you all my love, every day in a letter, sealed with a kiss." Does it really exists? And why ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! 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. First broadcast : 13/12/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All week long, we're looking into 10 new terms and concepts that are certain to be on everyone's lips in 2023! In December 2022, New York magazine ran a cover which got a lot of attention. It featured the heads of a number of Hollywood celebs like Lily-Rose Depp, Ben Platt, Dakota Johnson and Zoe Kravitz, all edited onto babies' bodies. In the centre of the page the bright pink headline read: “She Has Her Mother's Eyes. And Agent.” The article inside labelled 2022 the “Year of the Nepo Baby”. What those celeb babies all have in common is that they're the children of famous, successful parents. That's where the “nepo” part comes from, as in nepotism. Right from the get go, these kids had an advantage or arguably a sure road to success. Isn't that obvious? That's been the case forever, hasn't it? What do nepo babies themselves have to say on the issue? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to more episodes, click here: ⁠Can a weighted blanket help you get a better night's sleep?⁠ ⁠What is the internet of senses?⁠ ⁠What is goblin mode?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast. Written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 11/1/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In April 2023, the World Health Organization released a new report on infertility, which said that around one in sex people worldwide experience infertility at some point in their lives. The WHO's Director-General labelled the phenomenon a major health issue and called for more research in an area that is “still under-studied…and insufficiently funded”. The sheer proportion of affected individuals shows the need to expand access to fertility-related care and ensure that this issue is no longer sidelined in health research and policies. The WHO review was based on 133 fertility studies dating between 1990 and 2021, and showed that no region of the world is spared. What are the causes of such high levels of infertility? What treatments are currently available for people with infertility problems? What could the consequences be? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Could AI ever be able to offer therapy?⁠ ⁠How is hygiene poverty affecting over 3 million Brits?⁠ ⁠What is plasticrust, the latest concerning form of pollution?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 22/04/2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to Healthline.com, the human body has around 5 million hair follicles. Now you might not have guessed, but that figure is around the same for both men and women. And our body hair has a lot of important functions. It helps regulate body temperature by keeping us warm or retaining sweat to cool us down. It also protects sensitive parts of our bodies from infection, like the eyes and genitals. And yet, women often go to great lengths to have their body hair removed, and there's a taboo around having hairy armpits or other body parts. It's in no small part down to gendered social control. Is body hair removal a recent development? When did that become the case? What about pubic hair? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Why do people get angry when they drive?⁠ ⁠Is palm oil really bad for your health?⁠ ⁠How to make the most out of a rental property?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: February, 18th, 2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's well known that women can often have multiple orgasms in succession, an ability which is much less common, and more complex, for men.   That's because for men orgasm usually happens alongside ejaculation, which is followed by a refractory period. During this time, no matter the type or amount of stimulation, it's impossible for them to achieve another erection. This phase gives the body time to recover before it can respond to sexual stimuli again.  It is possible for some men to have multiple orgasms in a row? Is there a way to train yourself to become multi-orgasmic? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠What are the benefits of slow sex?⁠ ⁠Why should you pee after having sex?⁠ ⁠Why do some people get a headache during sex?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 17/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it's pizza, chocolate, ice cream or French fries, you've no doubt noticed that your favourite guilty pleasure food just seems to be so addictive! You start eating and you just can't stop. Why is that then? Actually, it's because of their high sugar, fat or salt content. Unfortunately, some highly processed foods contain a combination of all three. That can lead to a dopamine surge, which is sometimes as strong as what people get from nicotine. The taste, texture, or composition of these addictive foods activate the reward system and make us want to eat them over and over. We're no longer eating out of hunger, but due to a craving for instant pleasure. Are there any studies on the subject? How on earth can we tell the difference between indulgence and addiction then? What should I do if I feel addicted to a type of food? 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: 22/02/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a world where “the early bird gets the worm,” staying up late is often mistaken for laziness or a lack of discipline. But what if it's not about motivation at all? It turns out, being a morning person or a night owl has little to do with willpower. As Dr. Jimmy Mohammed explains, we're simply wired differently: some people wake up refreshed before dawn, others come alive long after sunset. So what determines your chronotype?
But what if you're a night owl living in an early-bird world?
So how can you tell if you're out of sync?
In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: How do I know if I sleepwalk? Which foods will help you get a good night's sleep? How can I wake up refreshed every morning? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In early 2023, dating site Eharmony released findings from a survey of over 1000 singletons. The research found that on average they spent 55 minutes per day logged in to the dating app, with six conversations on the go at the same time. Despite that, as many as 70% of those surveyed felt heavy dating app usage had a negative impact on their mental health. Spending so much energy on dating can get overwhelming, but fear not. I'm here to tell you about a solution which could help you take back control of your love life: the zero date. The idea was invented back in 2018 by American entrepreneur Christina Wallace.  What's it all about then? What's the difference between a zero date and a regular first date then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Why do mouth sounds drive some people crazy?⁠ ⁠Why does Ramadan start on a different date each year?⁠ ⁠How can I move house stress-free?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 15/3/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Tim Burton's 2004 film “The Corpse Bride,” groom to be Victor, rehearses his wedding vows in the forest to calm his anxiety. However, he mistakenly slips the ring onto what he thinks is a tree branch but is actually the finger of Emily, the corpse of a mysterious young woman in a bridal gown. Victor then finds himself immersed in the colorful and joyful world of the dead. But it is not just fairy stories or horror movies that are interested in zombies and the dead returning to the world of the living psychiatrists are as well.   Cotard's syndrome, also known as the ‘living dead syndrome' is named after Jules Cotard, a 19th-century French neurologist who identified this disorder. Patients feel like wandering corpses, empty shells, convinced they are on the border between life and death. Immortality? Even though the patients believe they are dead? Is this syndrome common? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Why do mouth sounds drive some people crazy?⁠ ⁠Why does Ramadan start on a different date each year?⁠ ⁠How can I move house stress-free?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 19/3/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Research published in the British Journal of Anaesthesia suggested that there are nearly 3 million general anesthesia procedures in the UK each year.  You might already be aware that there are various different types of anesthesia: local, which numbs a small area of the body; regional, which numbs a larger part; and general, typically used for major or lengthy surgeries, where the patient is completely asleep. Today we're going to be talking specifically about general anesthesia. How exactly does it knock patients unconscious then? How does it affect the brain? Isn't it dangerous? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Why should you be happy to see spiders in your home?⁠ ⁠How do you build up your brain power?⁠ ⁠Which flights are most likely to be hit by turbulence?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 8/6/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're only a few weeks from the official start of summer, but you wouldn't guess it given the wet conditions that we've seen for most of spring 2024. According to BBC News, March, April and May 2024 have all been among the wettest on record for their respective months. So don't put away your umbrella just yet! Beyond the obvious inconvenience of getting caught in a downpour, many people believe that bad weather directly affects their mood and health. And some people are more sensitive than others; these individuals are known as "weather-sensitive." How do you distinguish between weather-sensitive people and the rest of the population? Are you saying that for most people the weather has no impact at all on their mood then? What's the best way to deal with feeling down in bad weather then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Could gamophobia be hurting your relationship?⁠ ⁠How do I know when to end a friendship?⁠ ⁠How often should I wash my hair?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 12/6/24 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Committing to a romantic relationship is by its very nature a significant transition in a person's life. And that can often be a source of stress or conflict between two partners.  For example one partner might want to move in together, get married, or have a child, while the other simply won't entertain the thought. For some people, fear of commitment is just a way to delay decisions. But for others, it's a genuine, panic-inducing fear that's known as gamophobia. Where does gamophobia come from? Could you say that we're all a little gamophobic? How can people in a relationship get over their gamophobia? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Why should you be happy to see spiders in your home?⁠ ⁠How do you build up your brain power?⁠ ⁠Which flights are most likely to be hit by turbulence?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 10/6/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every year it's the same old story: autumn arrives, the trees start shedding their leaves, and somehow we also just feel drained. There's less daylight, more fatigue, zero motivation and as it turns out, it's not all in your head. This seasonal tiredness has even been given the name pumpkin spice fatigue. That's right, like the coffee! Why do we get so tired then? What's the best way to shake it off then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: What's the "Cuffing Season" everyone's talking about right now? Should I start my Christmas shopping in autumn? How can I protect myself from winter viruses? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether they're soft-boiled, fried, poached, or whipped into cakes and pies, eggs are a kitchen favorite for good reason. In the UK the average person consumes about 175 eggs per year, that's about 3 eggs weekly.  They are packed with vitamins D, E, A, and B12, plus minerals like iron, zinc, and magnesium, making eggs a healthy choice. They're also brimming with essential fatty acids—omega 3, 6, and 9—to support brain function and the immune system. But that's not all: eggs are protein-rich, rivaling meat and fish. In fact two eggs equate to a modest 100-gram steak, and our bodies love these proteins, especially the 8 essential amino acids they provide. Why are eggs good for you? But what about cholesterol? Do eggs contribute to weight gain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How is micro-feminism helping women combat workplace sexism?⁠ ⁠Is a white tongue unhealthy?⁠ ⁠What is the great unretirement?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 28/5/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our brain, much like our muscles, benefits from its own form of exercise. Through dedicated training and stimulation, we can enhance our cognitive abilities, a testament to the remarkable phenomenon known as ‘neural plasticity'. Neural plasticity is the brain's remarkable ability to adapt and reorganise itself. According to the Foundation for Brain Research, when we encounter a new concept, our brain responds by forging fresh neural connections. With consistent practice, these connections grow stronger and more efficient, leading to improved performance. What is Neural Plasticity? Can Intelligence Be Enhanced? What role does a healthy lifestyle play? 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: 6/6/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever feel bad about swearing out of frustration? You know, when someone cuts in front of you while you're driving, you stub your toe or you accidentally delete an important file from your phone or PC.  Well its understandable if you want to keep your emotions under control, or not set a bad example to any children around you. But maybe you shouldn't actually feel bad. It turns out that saying rude words may actually be good for us. And that's according to science! How come? Are there any specific situations in which it helps then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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: 15/1/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Walking is something we all do every day, but did you know it has numerous health benefits? It's not just a simple way to get from point A to point B; walking can improve cardiovascular health, boost your mood, and even enhance your overall well-being. According to specialists, it can also help you lose weight under certain conditions. By incorporating regular, brisk walks into your routine, you can take advantage of these benefits and work towards your weight loss goals. First, you need to walk enough. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends at least 10,000 steps a day to stay fit and maintain a stable weight. But if your goal is to lose weight, you'll need to walk more and at a higher intensity. To really shed those pounds, aim to walk at least three times a week for an hour or more at a brisk pace (between 6 and 8 km/h) and maintain a heart rate between 135 and 160 beats per minute. So, what are those conditions? Is that enough to lose weight? Is one type of walking more effective than another? 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 : 4/9/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Towels, used to dry our freshly washed bodies, quickly become dirty, collecting dead skin cells, perspiration, bacteria and fungi that thrive in damp environments. This can lead to fungal infections and skin problems. To manage this, use separate towels for the body and face, and ensure they are thoroughly dried between uses to minimise bacterial growth. Experts recommend washing towels at a high temperature, ideally 60°C or above, to effectively eliminate bacteria and fungi. Lower temperatures, such as 30° to 40°, are only effective on light stains and may not fully sanitise the towels. Over time, the accumulation of microbes makes thorough cleaning more challenging. How should you wash your towels? What are the best cleaning tips for toothbrushes? What about make-up brushes? 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: 11/9/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Swiss survey from 2023 suggests they do: 73% of women said they never watch pornography, compared to just 17% of men. Talking about porn consumption is still taboo and even more so for women. Sexologist and psychotherapist Patrizia Anex says that's no surprise. Admitting to watching and enjoying porn is still frowned upon, she explains. Many women do it quietly, fearing judgment. But do women actually watch less porn, or just keep it to themselves? And how do women feel about the porn that's out there? So why are more women watching now? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: What is revenge porn? What is poverty porn? What is Pornhub? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's face it, life throws curveballs at us—being stuck in traffic, a demanding boss, or even chores piling up at home. Anger is a natural response, but unchecked, it can wreak havoc on our personal and professional lives. Slow down and above all breathe! Breathing is crucial for getting rid of anger. By fully oxygenating the brain, it switches from a fight or flight reaction to immediate relaxation. As LeKisha Edwards Alesii, a chartered psychologist and owner of the Durham Health and Emotional Wellbeing Centre in the United States, explains in the pages of the Huffington Post: What can you do to calm down when you feel anger bubbling up? What's the second tip? Any last words of advice? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Why are famous women being targeted by transvestigations?⁠ ⁠What is premium mediocre - the illusion of luxury?⁠ ⁠Is your employer tracking you while you work from home?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the consequences of the pandemic has been the increased interest and possibility for people to work from home. For many it is a great option, but increasingly employers are worried about time theft. Time theft is a catch all term for employees being paid for being at work when they were not really working. It could be because of things like taking longer breaks than scheduled; logging off early; or using work time to do personal tasks. This has all been illustrated rather well with the case of Karlee Besse who worked remotely as an accountant. But she was fired and sued her company for unfair dismissal and was awarded compensation. What is time theft? What is TimeCamp? What is the problem with ‘bossware' ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Why are brownouts getting more and more common in the work world?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Which are the dirtiest parts of our bodies?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why do we hiccup?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast: 26/1/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Love is abundant, and every relationship is unique." That might not seem like the most controversial of statements, but it's actually the first point of The short instructional manifesto for relationship anarchy, originally written in Swedish by blogger Andie Nordgren back in 2006.  Just as political anarchy sees all rules and authority thrown out of the window, relationship anarchy rewrites the book on how a romantic partnership should work. In fact the only rules and expectations are those that partners come up with themselves and agree to. The philosophy is also known as RA for short, and it shuns traditional models of monogamy and hierarchy, instead promoting autonomy and community. Is it complete chaos like with political anarchy then? Is it the same thing as polyamory? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Could assisted dying become legal in the UK?⁠ ⁠How can I improve my concentration at work?⁠ ⁠Why is generative AI set to explode in 2024?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 24/1/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It can be embarrassing when your stomach rumbles in public, but it's a totally natural bodily function. The scientific name for those rumbles or growls is borborygmi, a term invented by the ancient Greeks. We tend to associate stomach rumbles with hunger, but that's not totally true. In reality, our stomachs rumble regularly, whether we're hungry or not. It's just that when the stomach is empty, the noise becomes louder. That's because when the stomach is full, its contents muffle the sounds. What actually causes the rumblings? Can certain factors increase stomach rumbling? Should I be worried if the rumblings are intense? 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: 19/5/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Side, stomach or back; what kind of sleeper are you? Some people say that our sleeping position reflects what kind of person we are. .. While we can't really comment on how much truth there is to that, we can say for sure that it has an impact on sleep quality and consequently our mood in the morning. Let's take a few minutes to talk about our personal favourites. Well I usually sleep on my back with my arms over my head! Is that good or bad? What about stomach sleeping? What about the snorers out there? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! Date of first release : August 6th, 2022 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Veganism is a lifestyle that excludes all animal products from one's diet and other aspects of life. That means no meat, eggs or dairy but it can also include things like honey, leather, wool, silk, or anything else that comes from animals.  People choose this lifestyle for different reasons, some for ethical reasons, others for environmental reasons, and some do it for health reasons. Some studies have found that vegan diets can improve heart health and lower risk of some cancers, such as breast, prostate, and colon cancer. Is veganism better for your health than eating meat? Is it better for the environment? And for the animals? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠Is it bad to hold in your pee?⁠ ⁠Why does looking at the sun make me sneeze?⁠ ⁠What is “Act your Wage”, Gen Z's latest work-life trend?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast : 8/9/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever feel like you're always in a rush, constantly getting things done at the latest possible time? It could be paying a bill, cleaning our home or even recording a podcast! Well you're certainly not alone in that respect. According to Deacon Joseph Ferrari, who specialises in the area, 20% of us are chronic procrastinators. And a 2020 survey by Micro Biz Mag found that just 15.6% of people say they never procrastinate. So it's something that affects almost all of us from time to time. And of course it can be a cause of stress and anxiety when we actually get around to doing whatever it is we've been putting off. So let's discuss some ways of beating that pesky habit!  Why do we procrastinate anyway? If we're hardwired like that, does it mean that it's impossible to stop procrastinating? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Can deep sleep help stop dementia?⁠ ⁠What is conscious quitting?⁠ ⁠Why is Israel going through a major political crisis?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast.A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 8/4/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Having beautiful white teeth of course depends on good oral hygiene to a degree. But brushing and flossing alone aren't the only factors. The structural integrity of our tooth enamel is actually determined by genetics, meaning some of us are more likely to experience decay than others.  The same goes for dentine, which is the calcified tissue that lies underneath tooth enamel, protecting the dental pulp encased within. Now dentine is actually yellow, which explains why our teeth gradually turn that colour when the enamel wears away. Tea and coffee are supposed to be bad at staining teeth, aren't they? What about foods? Is there anything we can do apart from reducing our consumption? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How does eldest daughter syndrome affect some women?⁠ ⁠What is a kakistocracy, in the world of work ?⁠ ⁠What does vaping do to the body?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 16/4/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lying is the act of deliberately making a false statement or concealing the truth. People might lie for different reasons, like to avoid getting into trouble, to get something they want, to make someone feel better, or to look good in front of others. However, lying is not always easy or comfortable. When people lie, they have to deal with two conflicting realities: the truth and the lie. This can make them feel stressed or nervous. They have to remember what they said, watch how they act, and guess how others will react. They may also feel guilty, scared, or worried about being found out or exposed. So how can you tell if someone is lying to you? What are some verbal clues? What are some non-verbal clues? What changes for them physiological? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠What is the living dead syndrome?⁠ ⁠How to make the most out of hybrid working?⁠ ⁠Does sex help us to sleep better?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast: 16/5/23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On paper, fish have everything required to be an excellent staple to many diets. They're rich in protein, vitamins, trace elements, long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, and aren't too high in calories. The only downside is that fish live in an increasingly polluted environment. What with heavy metals and plastic waste invading the oceans, more and more people are concerned about the pitfalls of eating fish. After all, they can be contaminated by chemical pollutants such as PCBs, methylmercury, or dioxins. These endocrine disruptors can have very harmful effects such as causing neurological disorders or forms of cancer. Furthermore, food derived from fish flesh is also likely to be contaminated with microorganisms such as bacteria and parasites. Should we stop eating fish then? Should I avoid any other types of fish? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠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 : 3/4/2023 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Ronald Reagan's US Secretary of State during the 1980s, George Shultz played a key role in bringing an end to the decades-old Cold War. He helped build relations with USSR leader Mikhail Gorbachev, as well as countries in the Asia-Pacific region.  In 1989, Shultz was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his services, the United States' highest civilian honour. He passed away in February 2021, having lived to the ripe old age of 100. But before he did, he shared one of the secrets behind his productivity and difficult decision-making: the Shultz Hour. And it's something a lot of us could do with in this modern age. So what is it actually? It's often hard to find time to think, isn't it? How can I go about creating my own Shultz Hour? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠What is conscious quitting?⁠ ⁠Why is Israel going through a major political crisis?⁠ ⁠How should I organise my fridge?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 7/4/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On average, we remember just one dream per week, and around 5% of us never remember any. But in reality, we all dream; it's just that some of us never have any recollection of doing so. So why is it then that certain dreams stay with us, while others fade away immediately? It's important to be aware that over the course of a night, we go through various phases of slow sleep, including deep sleep and REM sleep which is short for rapid eye movement sleep. A new cycle begins around every 90 minutes. And it's during our REM sleep cycle that we have most of our dreams. Phases gradually get longer during the night, meaning we have our longest dreams in the morning. What actually happens to our bodies during REM sleep? Why don't we all dream the same amount then? Is there anything we can do to better remember our dreams? 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: 26/3/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Covid allowed many people to work from home for the first time and created a world where more flexible, hybrid working, mixing office work and working from home is now possible. But there are things to keep in mind to optimise this type of experience According to Prof Jonathan Trevor at the University of Oxford's Saïd Business School he suggests that it is better to match the task to the environment rather than following a strict schedule. He found that focused creative tasks, such as designing a brochure, can be easily done from home as they require little teamwork. Should you stick to a set schedule? How can you build team spirit? How can you create balance between home life and office life? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠Why do we forget our dreams?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is omotenashi, the Japanese art of hospitality?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is kinkeeping, the invisible workload often done by women?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. In partnership with upday UK. First broadcast 2023-03-28 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

An often cited estimate suggests that children smile an average of 400 times per day, while when we reach adulthood that figure drops to just 50 times, even for the happiest of us. For most adults, it's more like 20 times. Now of course most of the time we smile involuntarily in response to something bringing us joy or making us laugh. But it's also possible to smile intentionally, which can actually bring on a whole host of health and wellness benefits. What are the health benefits of smiling? Why do some people tend to smile more than others then? 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: 19/3/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You thought they were the one. You could already see yourselves growing old together… and then it just fell apart. A few arguments, one or two mistakes, and that was that. Except that between love, resentment, nostalgia and shared memories, sometimes the urge to ‘go back for seconds' creeps in.  Is it really that common? But why do people do it - what's the point of sleeping with your ex? Is breakup sex really healthy though? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: How many calories does having sex burn? Why is the brain our biggest sex organ? ⁠What are the health benefits of using sex toys? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The word nomophobia means a fear of being without our smartphone, and it's affecting more and more people with each passing year. Back in 2021, a phone addiction study by researchers from King's College London found that 38.9% of young people qualified as smartphone addicts. Many admitted being unable to control their usage and that it got in the way of other activities like work or studies.  So, what can people do about smartphone addiction? What about notifications? How can I know if I'm really a smartphone addict? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How much money makes you happy?⁠ ⁠Are we heading for another stock market crash?⁠ ⁠What are the dangers of using nitrous oxide - the laughing gas drug?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First broadcast : 24/03/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lot of people think that morning erections are triggered by erotic dreams, or a need to pee, but in fact they're a physiological reflex linked to sleep. That's right - they're not dependent on sexual arousal at all. And in a somewhat similar way, women actually also experience increased blood flow to the clitoris during the night. Now, the scientific term for a nighttime erection is nocturnal penile tumescence, or NPT for short, and men get a few each night on average. They occur during REM sleep phases, which make up around 20% of total sleep time.  What exactly is REM sleep? Are you saying it's an involuntary reflex then? What if I stop experiencing morning erections? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Is the gut really our "second brain"?⁠ ⁠What's the best way to have quick sex?⁠ ⁠What are the best techniques for giving oral sex to a woman?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 26/04/2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eating a healthy diet that includes a lot of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and fish can help you keep your brain in tip-top shape. There are plenty of brain boosting foods but here are five that you might want to start including.  First of all, oily fish. When people talk about brain foods this is often at the top of the list. This type of fish includes salmon, trout, tuna, herring, and sardines, all of which are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s are a major building block of the brain, and they play a role in sharpening memory and improving mood, as well as protecting your brain against cognitive decline.  What if you do not eat fish? What foods are good for memory? What's an all round good food for the brain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What are the pros and cons of homeownership in the UK?⁠ ⁠How can I make and keep my new year's resolutions?⁠ ⁠Why does the year begin on January 1st?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast: 27/6/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices