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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

"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

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

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

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

It is a bit of a stereotype that the Brits love to moan, with the weather and Brexit being among the most common causes of grumbling around the country. It might not always be pleasant around someone who's complaining, but there is something deeply authentic about it. What's more, moaning can provide a form of relief and allow people to express their dissatisfaction, frustration or bad mood. That's right; venting allows you to release pent-up emotions, which may relate to something that's been bothering you for a while. Sometimes it just feels good to vent, doesn't it? What other kinds of moaning are there? Are there any tips that can help us? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Do superfoods actually work?⁠ ⁠Will Charles Bronson finally be freed?⁠ ⁠What is Bregret?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 18/3/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all heard about the importance of getting a balanced diet, but some people choose to ignore that advice completely, and those following the carnivore diet are a prime example. As you may have guessed from its name, the carnivore diet involves eating almost exclusively meat, sometimes raw, sometimes cooked, and might also include fish. Healthline.com says that “other animal foods like eggs and certain dairy products” are sometimes also eaten. Are there any benefits? How did such a sketchy diet become popular? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Can you eat eggs everyday?⁠ ⁠What is Lucky Girl syndrome, this new method that is all the rage on Tik Tok?⁠ ⁠Which type of wine is best for your health?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 29/5/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every January, many of us set ambitious resolutions for the year ahead. We jot down our aspirations, fueled by goodwill, and promise ourselves that this time, we won't give up after just a month. But somehow, as the year unfolds, our motivation wanes, and those once-clear goals seem increasingly elusive. If you're tired of this cycle, it might be time to consider a fresh approach: the twelve-week method. Imagine achieving all your goals within just three months. Sounds challenging, right? But fear not! The Twelve-Week Method, also known as the “Twelve-Week Year,” emerged from a personal development book published in 2013 by American entrepreneurs Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington. Drawing on their experience as managers in major international companies, they designed this method to boost productivity while preventing burnout during periods of low motivation. What is the 12 week method? Why Twelve Weeks? So what is the Solution? So how do you go about it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Is taking milk with coffee good for you?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What benefits can we get from journaling?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Which foods and drinks stain teeth?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 23/4/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many people tend to exercise less during the colder months, preferring to stay indoors and avoid the chilly weather. But doing exercise in winter is a good idea for lots of reasons so don't let the cold put you off.   Exercising in cold weather can offer many advantages for your physical and mental health. For example, according to a study published in March 2023 in BMC Public Health, winter workouts can improve your endurance, as your heart doesn't have to work as hard, you sweat less, and expend less energy. Winter exercise can also help you burn more calories, as your body has to generate more heat to keep warm. What are the other benefits of doing exercise when it is cold? And what about the risks? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Why do people R-bomb in the dating world?⁠ ⁠Are budget food brands really worth the savings they offer?⁠ ⁠How can you save money on your food bill?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 28/11/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sex is generally synonymous with pleasure, but sometimes it can bring on headaches that are unpleasant at best. They're known as sex headaches or orgasm headaches, but the scientific term is “primary headache associated with sexual activity”. And they don't just kill the mood in the bedroom. The resulting pain usually lasts at least a few minutes according to The Mayo Clinic, but it can be a matter of hours or even days. These headaches can happen regularly, occasionally, or even just once in a lifetime. A case report published in Medical Principles and Practice in 2013 estimated the prevalence of sex-related headaches at 1% to 1.6%, meaning they're pretty rare all things considered. What do people typically experience? Do we know what causes them? What should I do if I start getting sex headaches then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Is sex without feelings ever a good idea?⁠ ⁠Could using lube help you get more pleasure from sex?⁠ ⁠How is grounding helping women to have more orgasms?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 26/10/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's back to school! Do You Really Know is dedicating a special week to sport. Because moving and doing regular physical activity is important for our physical and mental health! Listen again to our episodes about sport! With many types of personal goals, actually doing the task is only part of the battle. Being mentally prepared is also hugely important and can sometimes be overlooked. Sports and exercise are no exception. Consistently training and staying on top of your progress is crucial inimproving at a sport and as an athlete. But just training non-stop physically isn't actually enough. Your head also needs to be in the game, so that you can show resilience when things get more challenging.  What can you do to become mentally prepared? How can athletes deal with stress? ⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠ To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠Why should I avoid showering after a workout?⁠ ⁠How often should you wash your bedsheets?⁠ ⁠How can I keep my exercise eco-friendly?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 2/10/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talk of energy has been storming the headlines recently. A long, cold winter is approaching and prices are soaring, due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict... Russia has long been Europe's main energy supplier, but reducing dependence on Russian energy has now become critical, with many countries putting sanctions or boycotts in place. Meanwhile Russia stands accused of sabotaging gas pipelines which lead to the EU. In addition to a geopolitical crisis, Europe is now experiencing an energy crisis marked by the increase in the price of gas. In an attempt to solve this problem, the United States has proposed a solution, in the form of liquefied natural gas. What's special about this gas? And why are we talking about it now? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠Is binge drinking over in the UK?⁠ ⁠How can I improve my posture in the office?⁠ ⁠Do I need to take vitamin D supplements?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 10/10/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to what counts as being unfaithful in a relationship, everyone has their own definition. Some might say that only physical contact with another person is cheating, whereas others will argue that even a mildly flirtatious conversation is unacceptable. That's where the concept of micro-cheating comes into play. Micro cheating refers to seemingly minor actions that suggest a person is emotionally or physically invested in someone outside of their relationship. Where it gets tricky is that micro cheating can take many different subtle forms, and each person's definition is likely to vary. Depending on your intentions, it could be giving your number to someone you find attractive for example. Are there other examples? What are the telltale signs? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How to exercise safely when the weather is cold?⁠ ⁠How can I take part in Giving Tuesday?⁠ ⁠Why do people R-bomb in the dating world?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 29/11/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sleepwalking is a disorder that comes on during the deep sleep phase, from one to three hours after falling asleep. Episodes can last from 5 to 30 minutes and despite the condition's name, they don't always involve walking. Often people just rub their eyes, sit up on their bed or talk in their sleep.  According to the NHS, one in five children will sleepwalk at least once in their life. Meanwhile, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine says that prevalence in adults is up to 4%. So it's clearly more common in kids than in adults, and most kids tend to grow out of it when they hit their teens. Bear in mind a tendency to sleepwalk can be inherited. Is it a common disorder? How on earth am I as an adult going to realise if I sleepwalk? How responsible are we for our actions when sleepwalking? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Why is it so important that the ozone layer heals?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Aquamation : what are the advantages of being buried in water?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why has the Doomsday Clock moved 10 seconds closer to midnight?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast : 6/5/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friendship is often said to be eternal, to withstand the test of time and distance. We expect friends to accept everything about us, but it's not always that simple. Just like any relationship, they can become complicated and sometimes toxic. Not all friendships are always worth keeping, and certain signs can indicate when one is nearing its end. Friendships should be a source of joy, support, and personal growth. In a healthy friendship, both parties feel valued and respected. What does constitute a healthy friendship? Are there certain criteria that give away when a friendship is dysfunctional? What should I do if I realise a friendship is complicated and leaving me drained? To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠How do you build up your brain power?⁠ ⁠Which flights are most likely to be hit by turbulence?⁠ ⁠Which clothes help us sleep best?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 9/6/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You're standing or sitting perfectly still, but yet you feel like everything is spinning around you, as if you were on a theme park ride. You've been getting nausea and throwing up too. Well, the chances are you're suffering from vertigo.  According to the NHS: "Vertigo can also feel like you're being pulled, tilted, or pushed to one side…[and is] often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, problems with balance, or difficulty moving." The causes can be varied, but generally speaking, vertigo is a balance disorder. Our balance system relies on information from many different organs and tissues within the body, including the eyes and ears for example. Do we know what causes vertigo? Is having true vertigo serious? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠How will the High Seas Treaty protect the oceans?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How to make the most out of a rental property?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is CoreCore, the latest aesthetic taking over Tiktok?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 13/3/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As much as society might tell us the opposite, sex isn't actually always about pleasure. And that's especially true for men affected by the condition we're going to talk about today. It's known as postorgasmic illness syndrome, or POIS for short, and it's considered a rare disease. According to a review published in Sexual Medicine Reviews journal in 2018, there were only 50 recorded diagnoses, but a more recent article on MedPagetoday.com suggests it may actually be more common than we think, and simply underreported. Let's delve a little deeper. What kind of symptoms do those men get? Do we know what causes it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How has Taylor Swift changed USA?⁠ ⁠What is the triangular theory of love?⁠ Where does the old cat lady stereotype come from? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 28/4/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is a tumour? The word tumour comes directly from the Latin word for “swelling”. A tumour appears when a group of cells multiply and form a mass. Even though some tumours are malignant, or cancerous, most are actually benign, or non-cancerous. When normal cells multiply and remain localized, there's nothing to worry about. These can be, for example, moles or warts. Can benign tumours develop anywhere in the body? What about malignant ones? How do you diagnose a malignant tumour? ⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!⁠ To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What is intersectionality?⁠ ⁠What is Galentine's Day?⁠ ⁠What is Pokémon?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 12/2/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During winter, we tend to huddle indoors in an understandable bid to stay warm. But while this makes for a cosy setting, it also becomes a major breeding ground for virus transmission. The dry air in offices, public transport and our homes can strip the moisture from our nasal passages, leaving us more susceptible to infections. The nose, mouth, and eyes serve as the primary gateways for viruses to enter the body. Unlike bacteria, which can be effectively combated with antibiotics, viruses thrive due to how hey siphon energy from host cells. When our initial immune response falls short, viruses infiltrate our bodies while our white blood cells kick into gear, producing antibodies. Do antibodies always do the trick? What about stomach bugs? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can I stop being a people pleaser?⁠ ⁠Does our personality change when we speak in another language?⁠ ⁠How can I best preserve food in my freezer ?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 7/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First Broadcast 16th November 2025 This is an extended version of the 2 hour show broadcast, containing an additional 27 minutes of music and conversation

We've all experienced it: the sudden urge to pee when it's cold is a common thing. This connection was supposedly discovered by Austrian physician Alfred Adler back in 1918. His experiment involved injecting cold water into a bladder to see how the body reacts. You might think it caused the kidneys to contract, but that's not the case... What did Adler discover then? Are there other factors explaining the link between the bladder and cold? What can you do if you struggle to hold it in? To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What is the influence of the God complex in the workplace?⁠ ⁠Why is panto a Christmas tradition in the UK?⁠ ⁠Why are some kinds of fruit not considered vegan?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 17/12/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The term goose bumps appeared way back in the 17th century, and describes the well-known phenomenon which shows up when we're cold, scared or simply feeling strong emotions. For example, going out underdressed in winter, hearing the sound of fingernails on a chalkboard, or watching a horror film. Yes, indeed it can seem rather odd, but just like everything our bodies do, there's a very logical explanation as to why they exist. Goosebumps are caused by the contraction of small muscles which are attached to our hair follicles. When that happens, hairs on our bodies are forced up, standing on their ends. The reflex is also known as piloerection. It makes our skin look like poultry, doesn't it? What about these days? Can we control when goosebumps appear? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Can I prevent hair loss?⁠ ⁠Is using deodorant safe?⁠ ⁠What is second child syndrome, the feeling affecting Prince Harry?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 27/2/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here at Do You Really Know, we've talked over and over again about the importance of getting good quality sleep. So of course, you don't want your evening meal to disrupt it, and that's a cause of uncertainty for many people. Bear in mind that to drift off to sleep, your body temperature needs to gradually drop. Given that digestion tends to raise our body temperature, that poses quite the conundrum. Now, the richer the meal or the heavier the food you eat, the longer it takes to be digested, which can lead to discomfort like reflux, heaviness, or bloating. I've often heard that a light dinner is best - is that a good starting point? So what kind of foods should we be aiming for then? What about drinks then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Could the five-minute coffee check-in save your relationship?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is quiet hiring?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What are the three types of female orgasm?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 20/4/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eating raw fish like sushi and sashimi has never been more popular, whether that's in restaurants or on supermarket shelves. The good news is that such dishes are rich in fatty acids and vitamins from the A, D, and E groups, which brings a host of health benefits. But on the flipside, they can also be sources of contamination. It's mostly down to improper handling and storage at seafood markets, or cross-contamination. Some fish caught from polluted waters may contain toxins. It's important to know that raw fish can carry parasites. What kind of contamination? What are the parasites that can contaminate fish? How can I avoid getting contaminated? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Why do we get nightmares?⁠ ⁠Has the climate breakdown really begun?⁠ ⁠What is a frenemy?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 15/9/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the course of our lifetime, we around 34,000 litres of urine, according to Business Insider. Urine evacuates the nitrogen-containing waste produced by the organs and expelled into the blood, like urea and uric acid for example. It's also made up of water and mineral salts. It tends to be a clear shade of yellow, ranging from pale to dark at different times of the day. Nevertheless, our pee can come in as many as ten different shades, which can on occasion lead to unpleasant surprises when going to the bathroom. Some are due to what we eat and drink, while others are caused by health conditions like urinary infections, diabetes or kidney stones. As we approach World Kidney Day, which falls on 9th March every year, let's take a moment to go through all those various colours and what they may mean from a health perspective. To start out, why is it yellow most of the time? What are the oddest colours urine can take on? What if the colour doesn't go back to normal? 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 Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 6/3/23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to Dr Yasemin Didem Aktas, deputy academic director of the UK Centre for Moisture in Buildings (UKCMB), “Mould is everywhere, all the time,” this is because the UK is a pretty wet country and so some level of mould, particularly in damp places like bathrooms or windows is to be expected. However it is how we manage the mould and prevent it building up into dangerous levels that is important. If you notice patches of mould on walls or ceilings then it's time to do something to stop spores spreading in the air. When is there too much? Why is mould bad for your health? How can I treat mould? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠What is a faecal transplant?⁠ ⁠What is BookTok?⁠ ⁠What is the romance gap?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 14/3/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to a YouGov study from 2022, 20% of Brits sleep naked. Men are actually more likely to do so than women, with a rate of 25% compared to 15%. And those who do so tend to talk up the health benefits. For example, science suggests that sleeping naked might help regulate your body temperature more effectively. Our bodies naturally fluctuate throughout the night, and wearing heavy pajamas can interfere with this process. What are the other advantages? Won't I get cold if I sleep naked? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Which foods shouldn't be eaten together?⁠ ⁠What is xylazine, the so-called zombie drug?⁠ ⁠How can I stop smoking?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 27/9/23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever noticed how revisiting films from your childhood, listening to old tunes, or flipping through cherished books can bring on a certain sense of solace. Your past is intricately woven into your present; it shapes who you are and influences the person you go on to become. With its comforting embrace of fond memories, nostalgia seems to breathe new life into past moments, giving us a boost. What actually happens in our brains when we get nostalgic then? Is nostalgia always good for us then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How has Taylor Swift changed USA?⁠ ⁠What is the triangular theory of love?⁠ Where does the old cat lady stereotype come from? First Broadcast: 18/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House hushing is a decluttering method that aims to create peaceful spaces in your home by reducing visual noise. Visual noise refers to anything excessive, jarring, or inharmonious in your environment, such as clutter, mismatched colors, or loud patterns. According to interiors blogger Myquillin Smith of The Nester, "Everything in your room has a voice… taking up visual, physical and even emotional space. Quieting your space removes all those voices in a room at once." Why is house hushing beneficial? And how do you hush a house? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Why do my eyelids twitch when I'm tired?⁠ ⁠Is sleeping naked good for you?⁠ ⁠Do anti-anxiety patches really work?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 28/9/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's becoming a more common topic of discussion. According to BUPA.co.uk, “around one in every 10 older children and adults are thought to have lactose intolerance”. It might be thought of as a disease by some, but in fact it's quite the opposite. Lactose intolerance is due to a natural process, which sees people's bodies produce less of an enzyme called lactase as they age. Lactose is a natural sugar found in all mammalian milks, including cow's, sheep's, mare's, and even human breast milk. It's made up of galactose and glucose, two types of simple sugars. What's the difference between lactose and lactase then? Do lactose intolerant people have to stop consuming all dairy products to avoid symptoms then? How can you determine if you have lactose intolerance? 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: 17/2/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're like many people, you probably want to save more money but hate the idea of budgeting. Maybe you don't like tracking every single expense or feeling restricted by spending categories. Maybe you just want a simple and flexible way to manage your money without too much hassle. That's where the 80/20 method comes in. Also known as the anti-budget or the “pay yourself first” budget, it's a simple approach to saving money that doesn't require a lot of maths or planning. It works by dividing your take-home income into two parts: 20% for savings and 80% for spending. How does the 80/20 method work? Why should I use the 80/20 method? How can I use the 80/20 method? What are some drawbacks of the 80/20 method? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠What are the four types of attachment in our relationships?⁠ ⁠Why are we obsessed with presenteeism?⁠ ⁠What is the snowball method of paying back debt?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 30/5/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Around the age of 4, children develop a preference for using one of their hands to complete certain tasks, like drawing for example. The same goes for foot preference, when it comes to which foot they use to start going up a flight of stairs, or to kick a ball. It even goes for our eyes and ears. Generally when a child reaches the age of five, their preference for using one side of the body to carry out tasks is truly ingrained. This developmental process is known as right-left asymmetry. According to the US National Library of Medicine, 85-90% of adults are right-handed. What dictates whether we prefer using our left or right hand? Isn't being left-handed hereditary? Why do people say that left-handed people are more creative? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Is eating bread actually bad for you?⁠ ⁠How can I eat healthy on a budget?⁠ ⁠Are men still being paid more than women?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 13/4/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know that the effects of tobacco on the human body are devastating. The World Health Organisation says that it kills more than 8 million people each year, making it one of the biggest public health threats the world has ever seen. It's hardly surprising when you consider that cigarettes contain over 4,000 chemical substances, and at least 50 of them are carcinogens, meaning they are linked to an increased risk of cancer. Many people will attempt to quit smoking as part of their New year's resolutions, and we're here to provide some information on the best ways to do so. It seems so, at least according to the most recent large-scale study on the subject which was published by Jama Network Open in October 2022.  If I give up, will my body ever fully recover? What different methods are out there? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠What is the olive theory from Tiktok?⁠ ⁠How does the vagus nerve affect your health?⁠ ⁠What is climate shadow, the newest way to measure your impact on global warming?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 31/12/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've probably noticed that as soon as the back-to-school season ends, stores start filling their shelves with chocolates, garlands, and Advent calendars. For many of us, it feels like an early jump into the holiday spirit, even before we've figured out our Christmas plans. But beyond the sometimes overly eager marketing by big retailers, there might be some wisdom in getting a head start on your end-of-year shopping. And a recent report from John Lewis revealed that a fifth of people in the UK are set to begin their Christmas planning in November this year.  Why is that then? And what about the holiday feast? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Should I be cleaning my belly button?⁠ ⁠What do you get better at with age?⁠ ⁠Why has astrology come back into fashion?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 5/11/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Wrap up warm, or you'll catch a cold!" No doubt you heard that advice a lot as a child, and you may well still hear it as an adult. For a long time, scientists were skeptical about the idea that simply being exposed to the cold could make a person sick. After all, to get sick, you need to actually come into contact with a microbe, like a virus. And cold weather itself isn't a disease. But recent developments suggest there may actually be some truth to the idea. In December 2022, The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology published a study by a team of American researchers, who had looked into how cold weather affected immunity in the nose. The researchers explained that our nasal mucous membranes, and in particular the extracellular vesicles, act as the first line of defense in our immune system against viral attacks. What do we know now that we didn't before? But is the cold the sole culprit? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can I limit the effects of sugar on my health?⁠ ⁠What happens to your online life after you die?⁠ ⁠Why does cooking benefit our mental health?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 24/9/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices