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• How does the 'vegan but bacon' outlook help people achieve their goals? 26.06.2026 6мин

  we’re nearly halfway through 2026 so let’s take a moment to consider how many of our New Year’s resolutions we’ve actually stuck to so far. I don’t know about you but I didn’t even bother this year; I’ve just failed to keep so many in the past that I didn’t want to set myself up for disappointment again. Wait a minute, vegan but bacon - aren’t those polar opposites?! Are we basically saying it’s fine to only do things halfway then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠What is plasticrust, the latest concerning form of pollution?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why don't scars disappear?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Are protein bars really worthwhile?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• What is the 10-10-10 method for dealing with everyday worries? 26.06.2026 5мин

  We all have to deal with tricky dilemmas and situations from time to time, the kind which we just can’t seem to get out of our head, that keep us up at night. It might be a fight with a friend, a work-related conflict or an urge to up sticks and move away for example. Weighing things up endlessly can lead to a vicious circle of anxiety, which pollutes the mind. Well, there’s no magic solution for getting those things out of your head unfortunately. But there is a method for thinking about them differently to reduce fee lings of angst and discontent. It’s the 10-10-10 method.   It sounds like a breathing method! How do I get started then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What are the biggest misconceptions on beating heatwaves?⁠ ⁠What are the health benefits of using sex toys?⁠ ⁠Which foods should I avoid after their expiry date?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 26.04.2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• How is inflation affecting our eating habits? 26.06.2026 5мин

  The past year has seen the highest inflation rates in over 40 years, and consumers have adapted by changing their shopping habits. That’s particularly true when it comes to grocery shopping. While annual inflation fell slightly to 10.1% in the year to March 2023, figures for food and drink alone reached 19.1%. If you break it down further, for some food categories, the rate is even higher; for example the price of sugar has risen by a whopping 42.1% in a year. Which items are people giving up as a result ? Are people still getting a healthy diet ? How else are consumers adapting? To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠What is the 10-10-10 method for dealing with everyday worries?⁠ ⁠What is Mukbang, the latest type of video going viral on social media?⁠ ⁠What is the placebo effect and how does it work?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 15/4/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Could the human race become infertile? 25.06.2026 5мин

  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
• Is swallowing chewing gum dangerous? 25.06.2026 5мин

  According to Retaildata.co.uk, us Brits are the second biggest consumers of gum in the world. On average, Brits use between 120 and 130 sticks each every year! Now despite that, many people don’t really know what chewing gum is actually made up of. We know that the minty freshness helps with bad breath and that maybe there’s some connection to oral hygiene, but that’s about it. Oh and of course we’ve heard that terrible things can happen if you swallow chewing gum. You could get appendicitis, the gum could stay stuck in your stomach for years, blocking your intestines. So, are they old wives’ tales or should you really be afraid? What’s actually in chewing gum then? Are there any health risks associated with chewing gum? What about if you accidentally swallow a piece of gum then?  To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Why do doctors advise against chewing gum?⁠ ⁠Is holding back a sneeze dangerous?⁠ ⁠Is it dangerous to drink too much water?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 23/04/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• What is the placebo effect and how does it work? 25.06.2026 4мин

  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
• How do eating disorders develop? 24.06.2026 4мин

  Eating disorders don’t appear overnight, they tend to build up over time, shaped by a mix of genetic, psychological and social factors. That’s why early detection matters: the sooner the warning signs are recognised, the faster appropriate support can be put in place. And it’s worth being clear, this isn’t about occasional cravings or a slightly restrictive diet. Eating disorders are serious psychiatric conditions, typically taking three main forms: anorexia nervosa, bulimia, and binge eating disorder. How are these disorders manifested? What are the societal factors that might explain the emergence of eating disorders? And what about the genetic factor in all this? Depending on the disorder, what changes can be observed in eating habits? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠⁠What is the Fermi paradox?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What’s the Tinder Paradox ?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for you?⁠⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• How is hygiene poverty affecting over 3 million Brits? 24.06.2026 4мин

  The ongoing cost-of-living crisis is forcing people to make a number of difficult choices. Heating the house or flat and putting food on the table are getting more and more expensive, meaning there’s less money left over for luxuries. And it seems that has started extending to basic hygiene products too. Findings from a YouGov study commissioned by UK charity The Hygiene Bank were released in October 2022, estimating that 3.2 million Brits were in hygiene poverty.  What kind of hygiene products are we talking about? What are the consequences? How can we help people affected by hygiene poverty? 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 Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 21/4/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Could AI ever be able to offer therapy? 24.06.2026 4мин

  Therapy can help people cope with stress, trauma, depression, anxiety, and other psychological issues but finding the right therapist is not always easy. There is a global shortage of mental health professionals, and many people face barriers such as stigma, cost, or lack of availability. According to the World Health organisation there are almost one billion people with a mental disorder, that's more than one person out of every 10. They said: "just a small fraction of people in need have access to effective, affordable and quality mental health care". Finding the right therapist is not always easy; they are not equally skilled or suited for every client or condition. But there could be an alternative, AI therapists. What are the benefits of using AI for therapy? What are the disadvantages of using AI? So will AI be replacing humans any time soon?  In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠What is plasticrust, the latest concerning form of pollution?⁠ ⁠Why don't scars disappear?⁠ ⁠Are protein bars really worthwhile?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast.A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. 1st broadcast : 20/4/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Why are there calls for a halt to AI research? 23.06.2026 5мин

  Since the launch of ChatGPT in November last year, there’s been a wave of popular demand for AI technology. The chatbot reached 100 million users in record time, with its appeal stretching far beyond the tech-savvy. After all, it can write essays and songs, summarise documents and hold human-like conversations. But the rapid advances are causing concern in some quarters. In late March, the Future of Life Institute think tank published a pretty direct open letter calling for a six-month pause in the training of AI systems, saying that they shouldn’t be allowed to go any further than Open AI’s GPT-4 model.  But isn’t AI going to make all of our lives easier? What are the counter-arguments in favour of further developing AI? 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 : 4/9/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• What makes us ticklish? 23.06.2026 4мин

  Whether it’s as kids in the school playground, fooling around with our first partner as a teenager or with our own kids when we become parents, tickling is generally synonymous with moments of playful fun. Of course tickling can bring on strong reactions and some people hate it, so it’s important to only do it to someone if they’re not objecting, no matter how harmless it might seem to you. Some people are just way more sensitive to it than others, and might start laughing or cringing at the slightest touch, or even in anticipation of being tickled. Why are some parts of our bodies more sensitive to tickling than others? Why can’t I tickle myself? 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: 10/4/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Why are most people right-handed? 23.06.2026 4мин

  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
• How is catch-up culture ruining our friendships? 22.06.2026 6мин

  Catching up on life updates over a drink or dinner, making vague plans to see one another again in the coming weeks and then not end up seeing the person for another six months after anyway! That pattern probably sounds familiar to a lot of you, and it’s become known as catch-up culture. Isn’t that just what a normal friendship looks like when you get into adulthood? What’s problematic about catch-up culture though? Can it be hard to find time to fit friends in though?  ⁠⁠⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠⁠⁠ To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠What are the dangers of hustle culture?⁠ ⁠What is Stan Culture ?⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Is bikini waxing harmful for your health?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• What is Ulysses Syndrome? 22.06.2026 5мин

  You may remember hearing about ancient Greek hero Ulysses in school lessons. He’s the central character in Homer’s Odyssey. As legend goes, after fighting for a decade in the Trojan war, Ulysses wandered the world for another 10 years to get back home to his wife and son. On his enforced travels, Ulysses suffered danger, adversity and loneliness throughout. Spanish psychiatrist Joseba Achotegui saw similarities in the plight of modern-day migrants. In 2003, he came up with the term ‘Ulysses Syndrome’, to describe the negative feelings that such scenarios can bring on. These ordinary people often have no choice but to behave like heroes. What type of people are affected by Ulysses Syndrome? How is migration linked to Ulysses Syndrome? What are the symptoms of Ulysses Syndrome? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠⁠What is the Koh-i-noor diamond and why is it causing so many problems for the Queen consort?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What is Truth Social?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What is the Karpman drama triangle?⁠⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and produced by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 9/11/2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• What are the health benefits of algae? 22.06.2026 4мин

  Algae is an aquatic plant that grows in most fresh and saltwater bodies across the world. There are over 40,000 species of algae, and they range in size from microscopic to giant kelp and seaweed plants. Many species of algae are edible, and have been consumed for thousands of years by humans for their unique taste and nutritional benefits. Algae is highly nutritious. In most algae types, you will find complete proteins and omega-3 fatty acids. They also contain vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, and other elements that can support your health. What are some of the benefits of eating algae? What type of algae is good for the health? How can algae benefit vegans? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Why do people say that black cats bring bad luck?⁠ ⁠What are pick me boys?⁠ ⁠Can naps keep the brain healthy?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 8/3/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for you? 21.06.2026 5мин

  he last two and a half years have caused a lot of us to reassess our priorities in life. Are we really living our lives to the full? Are there new experiences that we should be trying out? Within that context, an alternative nomadic lifestyle called vanlife has seen a resurgence.  It’s been around since the 1960s, when hippies would travel across the United States in vans. But social media has made it trendy again, and in particular Instagram where the #vanlife hashtag has over 13 million posts. Essentially, vanlife is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: living in a van. It’s a minimalist lifestyle, which also grants the freedom to travel and be adventurous. What are some of the coolest things about vanlife? How do I know if the van lifestyle is for me?  ⁠⁠⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠⁠⁠ To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠⁠How does Paris syndrome affect some visitors to the French capital?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Can I get health benefits from masturbation?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How have dating apps broken into the friendship market?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 25/8/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Can going braless be good for you? 21.06.2026 4мин

  The trend, which emerged in certain feminist movements in the 1960s, has been spreading on social networks since 2020, notably under the #NoBra banner. And it seems the trend may be lasting despite the worst of Covid hopefully being behind us. We’ve recently seen A-Listers like Dua Lipa, Kirsten Stewart and Lily Allen go braless in public, with the Daily Mail referring to “the great underwear-free revolution that started during lockdown”. What is the point of bras? Why would there be an “underwear-free revolution” if bras have all these benefits? Should women ditch the bras? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠Is Bullet Train the new John Wick?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How does "death cleaning" help you declutter your life?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why do we get verrucas?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 15/8/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Why do we get verrucas? 21.06.2026 4мин

  Also known as plantar warts, verrucas are usually found on the soles of the feet, but can sometimes be seen between the toes or on the heels too. You may remember catching one at your school swimming lessons as a child. Verrucas have a reputation for being a nuisance. Firstly, let’s face it, like all kinds of warts they’re pretty unsightly. They look like small, rough, thickened skin. But that’s not the only reason why they’re a pain. If you’re unlucky, they can take time to go away, and come back over and over again. Verrucas are grown inwards and have a black pinpoint in the centre which is called the “wart seed”. That’s basically where your blood has clotted on the surface of your skin. So what are the main causes behind verrucas then? Are they dangerous? Do you have any tips for avoiding getting a verruca? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What is second child syndrome, the feeling affecting Prince Harry?⁠ ⁠What are the most addictive foods?⁠ ⁠Is period underwear really better for the environment?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 23/2/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• What’s the best sleeping position? 20.06.2026 4мин

  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. First Broadcast: 30/11/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Is drinking decaf bad for my health? 20.06.2026 4мин

  Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, with an average of 98 million cups consumed in the UK every day, according to the British Coffee Association. In moderation, there are plenty of benefits to be gained from drinking coffee, but there can also be some negative side effects, in particular due to its caffeine content. Decaf is an alternative, but is it really healthier? Our bodies don’t all process caffeine in the same way. It also depends on our sleep quality and the dose of caffeine. What effects can caffeine have on our bodies? How is decaf actually produced? What about the benefits of drinking coffee? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠What is the 12 week method for achieving your goals?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Can this budgeting method help us save better?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Is taking milk with coffee good for you?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 21/07/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices