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  Why do men fall in love more quickly than women? 05.10.2026 6min

  There are plenty of common misconceptions out there about love: that opposites attract or that you should feel butterflies in your stomach immediately, for example. Another one is that women always fall in love first, and films often reinforce that last stereotype, portraying women as hopeless romantics while men, on the other hand, tend to do their best to avoid commitment. Are you saying it’s actually a myth that women fall in love first then ? What did the researchers say was behind those differences? How long does it actually take to fall in love then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : Can men get breast cancer? Do men really have a better sense of direction than women? Why do some men get ill after they orgasm? A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Is it bad to drink coffee after 4pm? 05.10.2026 5min

  According to the British Coffee Association, we drink around 98 million cups of coffee per day in the UK. That’s around one and a half cups for every single person in the country! It’s said that drinking coffee in the evening or even late afternoon has a negative impact on sleep quality, but a lot of people do so anyway. Coffee contains various molecules, such as antioxidants and caffeine, which has a psychostimulant effect and is therefore behind the links to disrupting sleep. Our bodies don’t all metabolise caffeine in the same way though; that varies from person to person. Are some of us more sensitive to it than others? What quantity should we aim for? 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 is the coffee cup test in job interviews?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What happens in the brain when we lie?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 7/10/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Could hot rodent men be the new male ideal? 05.10.2026 5min

  Society’s beauty standards constantly evolve, and sometimes in surprising ways. The terms "rodent man" and "hot rodent man" have gone viral on TikTok, racking up millions of views.  And the roots of those terms are pretty literal - they refer to men whose facial features are reminiscent of rodents like mice, rats or hamsters. I know, it might not seem like the most flattering of comparisons to start with, but it seems like rodent men are genuinely becoming the latest kind of sex symbol. What does a "rodent man" look like then? Where did the term come from? Isn't calling someone a “hot rodent man” somewhat reductive? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Why are mini animals so popular?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why does walking through doorways make us forget things?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Could smartphone use be giving you text neck?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 28/6/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Do men really have a better sense of direction than women? 04.10.2026 5min

  Some theories in evolutionary psychology propose that men are better at spatial navigation than women due to evolutionary factors. In prehistoric times, men, as hunters, traversed long distances, while women stayed closer to the home.   This difference supposedly led to natural selection favouring genes in men associated with better spatial navigation skills. However, these theories have been widely challenged, in particular by British philosopher Cordelia Fine. Back in 2010 she published a book entitled Delusions of Gender: How Our Minds, Society, and Neurosexism Create Difference. Why has the misconception around spatial navigation persisted? Does education have anything to do with it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠What is benevolent sexism?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What are the best techniques for giving oral sex to a woman?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is deep ecology?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 20/1/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Why do we get nightmares? 04.10.2026 5min

  According to the American Academy of Sleep medicine, 50% to 85% of adults experience occasional nightmares, with 2% to 8% of people having nightmares that cause sleep problems. No one likes having nightmares, do they? These vivid, distressing bad dreams often cause us to jolt awake, heart pounding, in fear or anxiety. They can feature threatening scenarios, monsters, or deeply unsettling experiences. How exactly do nightmares work? What is the purpose of nightmares? What should you do when nightmares become recurring? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠What is a frenemy?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Which colours go well together according to science?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why is sitting with your legs crossed bad?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 13/9/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What is fatphobia? 04.10.2026 4min

  Being overweight is a stigma. While around 13% of the world’s population are obese, they are largely absent from the public limelight and often find themselves the target of mockery or discrimination. Overweight people are humiliated and ostracised throughout their lives, having to put up with regular criticisms about their lifestyle and appearance. This is what’s known as fatphobia, a form of discrimination which can have a harmful effect on those on the receiving end.  Fatphobia is often left out of discussions on the struggle against different forms of discrimination. But why are overweight people rejected to such an extent? But whose side are social media on? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠What is a micro adventure?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is an eco-friendly beach?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is Blackface?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 01/08/2020 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  How can I influence my dreams? 03.10.2026 5min

  How our brains work during dreams is as fascinating as it is mysterious. Dreams can be hard to predict, and sometimes of course we end up having nightmares. Wouldn’t it be nice to have some control over what happens in our dreams? Well, as it turns out it may actually be possible to some extent. Well controlling dreams fully is a bit of a stretch. But according to neuroscience researchers from the universities of Freiburg and Tübingen in Germany, simply listening to an audiobook just before falling asleep is enough to have a significant impact on our dreams. How does it work? What can it be used for? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Why do some people sleep with their mouths open?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can you avoid bed bugs when you travel?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is microwork?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast : 14/10/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What is stealth wealth? 03.10.2026 4min

  Stealth wealth or quiet luxury as it is sometimes known is the practice of concealing one's wealth or not flaunting one's money or possessions, but rather keeping them private and discreet. It’s the kind of luxury that keeps a low profile and doesn't try to stand out with big logos or loud statement pieces. But that does not mean people don’t know you are wealthy, at least some people do. Look at the successful show ‘Succession’ where the uber rich wear logo-free, exquisitely tailored clothes that fool no one as to their price tag. Why do some people choose to be stealthy? Does stealth wealth mean living below your means? Is stealth wealth or quiet luxury for everyone? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠What is Neo-Luddism, the growing anti-technology movement?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why is Camilla becoming queen and not queen consort?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is Extinction Rebellion ?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast.A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast : 9/5/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What is mansplaining? 03.10.2026 4min

  Have you ever noticed a man explaining something to a woman in a supremely confident way which suggests he absolutely knows more than her about the subject? Well, there’s a term for that, which is mansplaining. A recent thread on parenting forum Mumsnet invited women to share their worst examples of mansplaining. Among them were patronising explanations of the offside rule, a gas man telling a qualified engineer to wait for her partner to get home so he could tell him how to fix the boiler rather than her and a male doctor telling a pregnant woman not to worry as C-sections aren’t painful! How long has mansplaining been around? Why do men do this then? Are they really all that bad? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can you avoid bed bugs when you travel?⁠ ⁠What is microwork?⁠ ⁠How does pollution affect my mental health?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 19/7/2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What is reverse ageing? 02.10.2026 4min

  In 2021, American multi-millionaire Bryan Johnson began his Project Blueprint. Then 43, his stated aim was to restore his body and organs to the state of an eighteen-year-old. To do this, he follows an extreme fitness program and a strict diet, and takes a whole host of medicines and supplements, not to mention undergoing an organ operation every year. All of this costs around $2M per year. His team of doctors say that the results are promising, but other medical experts are more skeptical.  Haven't we always wanted to slow down the ageing process? How does reverse ageing work then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Why do we get screen apnea?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is kalsarikännit?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What are lucid dreams?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 20/10/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Is talking really essential for our brains? 02.10.2026 4min

  We chat with family, colleagues and strangers almost without noticing. But as our lives become more digital, we can now go hours, sometimes even days,  without having a proper conversation. And that may matter more than we think. Do we really talk less than we used to? But why are we talking less? Does talking less actually affect our brains? Is talking good for our mental health? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: What 5 foods can improve brain performance? What does loneliness do to our brains? Could brain dumping help you manage your anxiety? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What is kalsarikännit? 02.10.2026 5min

  Regular listeners will be familiar with a number of Scandinavian lifestyle trends by now, given we’ve discussed the likes of Denmark’s hygge, Sweden’s lagom and Norway’s friluftsliv on the show in the past. Today, we’re going to talk about a custom from Finland which has gained international recognition in recent years. Kalsarikännit is made up of two Finnish words: “kalsari", which means "underwear" and "kännit", which means "getting drunk’. An odd combination, you might be thinking. Put them together and what do you get? The term actually refers to the tradition of getting tipsy at home alone.  It has also been loosely translated and anglicised into the word “pantsdrunk”. How did it get to be so popular? Isn’t drinking alone at home kind of sad? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Is it bad to drink water with a meal?⁠ ⁠Are Skyr yoghurts really good for you?⁠ ⁠Why is physical contact important for our health?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 18/10/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  How can I recognise ultra-processed foods? 01.10.2026 5min

  What do chicken nuggets, margarine and instant noodles all have in common? Well, they may look tasty, but they’re loaded with sugar, salt, fat and chemicals that strip away their nutritional value. That’s due to the heavy processing that goes into making them, which sees them completely transformed from the original raw ingredients.  And they’re increasingly ever present on our shelves and in our stomachs. In 2022, the National Institute for Health and Care Research found that ultra-processed foods made up almost two-thirds of Britain’s school meals. Furthermore, the British Medical Journal has reported that ultra-processed foods account for 56.8% of total energy intake in the UK diet. Can you identify them by looking at the ingredient lists on product packaging? What’s the difference between processed foods and ultra-processed foods? Why should we limit the consumption of ultra-processed products? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How much do surrogate mothers get paid?⁠ ⁠What is the Barnum effect?⁠ ⁠How to spot, prevent and treat heatstroke ?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 11/6/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What are the dangers of hustle culture? 01.10.2026 5min

  "There are way easier places to work, but nobody ever changed the world on 40 hours a week." That’s exactly what Elon Musk tweeted in November 2018, as part of a call for new talent to join his companies. The post went viral, leading to a lot of people critiquing Musk's take on work and merit. Despite the criticism he faced, a lot of people, and followers of hustle culture in particular, stood firmly behind him. Hustle culture essentially glorifies putting in excessive effort at work, often at the expense of health and personal relationships. In this mindset, our identity becomes intertwined with our work role, with work being seen not as a means to a comfortable life but as an end in itself. When did the trend of hustle culture really kick off? Is there a shift happening? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can I avoid falling victim to roaching?⁠ ⁠What are the dangers with being overly perfectionist?⁠ ⁠What is the Mandela Effect?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 23/4/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  How did flat Earth conspiracy theory start? 01.10.2026 4min

  Flat Earthers believe that the Earth is not spherical, but rather a flat disc and the Sun and the Moon are also flat discs that circle above the Earth. According to them the edges of the world are surrounded by a wall of ice, which is what we know as Antarctica. And as for the pictures of the Earth from space - they are all fake, part of a huge conspiracy to hide the truth. The earliest cultures that believed in a flat Earth were the ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, and Greeks. They had different models that depicted the Earth as a flat surface, often supported by pillars or resting on a giant animal. But not all ancient Greeks shared this belief. Why have people started believing in this again? And why do some people still believe in the flat Earth theory despite all the evidence that contradicts it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠What's the best way to choose my toothpaste?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What are the dangers of hustle culture?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is the Mandela Effect?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 7/12/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Why are we so fascinated by true crime? 30.09.2026 5min

  The 21st century has seen true crime stories surge in popularity, dominating bookshelves and TV schedules. Documentaries like Making A Murderer and podcasts like Serial, which investigate real-life crimes, have become smash hits, attracting millions of viewers and downloads. Over in the US, a 2022 YouGov poll revealed that half of Americans enjoy true crime content, with one in three consuming it weekly. True crime is a unique genre, and distinct from detective fiction or thrillers due to its non-fictional nature. To comprehend the modern fascination with true crime, you have to venture back in time. The roots of the cultural phenomenon trace back to the early days of penny dreadfuls, crime novels and sensationalised crime reporting in the 19th century. How did it become popular? What is it about true crime that captivates so many people? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠⁠How can I protect my mental health during the holiday season?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why is the UK not as happy as it used to be?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why do we give each other gifts at Christmas?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 5/3/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  How can you avoid falling victim to "pig-butchering" scams? 30.09.2026 6min

  Imagine somebody spending months gaining your trust, only to eventually trick you into handing over your life savings. Well that’s the basic principle behind a scam commonly called “pig-butchering”.  The name refers to gradually “fattening up” a victim’s confidence before taking as much money as possible. Law enforcement organisations prefer the term romance-baiting investment fraud, which is less potentially demeaning to victims. How do these scams work then? Why might it look to a victim as though they’re making money? When does the “butchering” part happen? How can I protect myself then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : How do sim swapping scams work? Could you be at danger from quishing scams? How do sim swapping scams work? A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Why do we cross our fingers to wish for luck? 30.09.2026 4min

  Whether it’s making a wish over a birthday cake, waiting for lottery results, or opening an email following a job interview, it's pretty common to cross your fingers. It’s a way of communicating that we’re hoping luck swings in our favor and our wishes come true. Often, you don’t even need to physically cross your fingers; simply saying "Fingers crossed” is enough to get the message across. But the roots of this tradition go way back. In the Middle Ages, folks crossed their fingers to ward off the Devil, mimicking the famous exorcism phrase "Vade Retro Satana" or "Back off, Satan!" uttered by a priest holding a cross. Yet, people were crossing their fingers for luck long before the Middle Ages. Are you saying that it originally had nothing to do with religion at all then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠What causes tocophobia, the fear of pregnancy and childbirth?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Is it a good idea to sleep with my pet?⁠⁠ How did flat Earth conspiracy theory start? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 10/12/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What are the pros and cons of homeownership in the UK? 29.09.2026 4min

  Currently there are many people that just feel they cannot get onto the property ladder, but is buying your own home really the best way to invest your money? Well, there are many benefits to owning your home, such as the stability and peace of mind that it can bring you. You can’t be evicted by a landlord, you can decorate and furnish it as you want, and you can enjoy the social and psychological benefits of having a place to call your own. Another benefit is you can save money. When interest rates are low, and if you have a big deposit, owning your home can be cheaper than renting. You can also control your monthly payments with a fixed mortgage. And of course you can make money. In a rising property market, you can benefit from the increase in property values. You can also use your home as an asset to borrow money, or rent it out if you live elsewhere for a while. What are the cons then? And what are the advantages of renting? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠What is body neutrality?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What are the most popular and unusual baby names in the UK?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can I return unwanted gifts?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 2/1/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Which foods change our body odour? 29.09.2026 4min

  Did you know that each of us has a truly unique body odour, which is influenced by a mix of genetic, hormonal, age-related, environmental, and lifestyle factor? And your diet plays a role in shaping your natural scent. Some foods have their own noticeably strong odours, like garlic or onions for example, and can in turn cause us to sweat more. The same goes for spices and chili, which makes sense given how hot they are. If you eat a lot of turmeric, you may notice a tangy aroma emanating straight from your skin pores, caused by an uptick in sweat acidity and the presence of a molecule called carvone. Is there anything else that could explain a change in odour? Are there any foods that can improve body odour? 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: 10/1/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices