Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers is a lovely little podcast exploring the meaningful and the meaningless. We all have questions in life whether they are big, small, practical or just plain ridiculous. And we all have a go at answering them usually through the prism of our own experiences or the experiences of others. Join Broadcaster Marcus Speller, journalist Sarah Ann Harris and former UN Spokesperson and current trainee ordinand Chris Gaul for a refreshing and entertaining chat on an array of topics.
What would you tell your teenage self?
Oct 10, 2019
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Greetings all and welcome to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! If you could travel back in time and visit your teenage self what advice would you pass on? Would you suggest a different hair cut, a change in attitude towards certain people or simply offer some encouragement and tell yourself it’s going to be just fine? This week the AQQA team delve into the past with some honest chat about their experiences as teenagers. You can find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod and make sure you subscribe to the podcast too!
Does violence on screen concern you?
Oct 03, 2019
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Hi brothers and sisters, welcome to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! This week 'Joker' is released in the UK and the film has caused quite a stir. Many critics have given the film rave reviews whereas others have raised concerns about the film's potential to inspire violence. The AQQA Team take a look at some of the controversy surrounding 'Joker' and explore the age old debate about whether films and TV shows can negatively influence our behaviour. If you'd like to get in touch then please follow us on twitter or instagram @AQQApod. Thanks!
Listeners Questions
Sep 26, 2019
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Hi gang and welcome to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! This week we asked you to submit your questions for us to tackle. The conversation includes a brief history of the Monster Raving Loony Party, the best ways to spend time off work and how Marcus approaches long car journeys with strangers in Cuba. If you'd like to get in touch then you can find us on twitter and insta @AQQApod or you can email us on show@aqqapod.com.
Is public shaming effective or just bullying?
Sep 19, 2019
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Welcome all to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! Recently in the US the divisive political commentator Bill Maher argued that fat shaming people is a good thing. Unsurprisingly, Piers Morgan agreed with him. Many people reacted furiously believing that it is simply bullying. Elsewhere, there are numerous examples of people having been publicly shamed for saying racist or sexist things. This kind of public shaming has, on occasion, helped to highlight issues that plague society. This week the AQQA Team explore public shaming in it's different forms and see whether it has any value. If you'd like to get in touch then please find us on twitter or instagram @aqqapod. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and give us a lovely little review if you so wish.
Is it possible to fall in love at first sight?
Sep 12, 2019
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Come on in everyone and welcome to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! Do you believe in love at first sight? Or do you think the idea of being able to love someone without knowing them is a load of nonsense? This week the AQQA team discuss whether they think love at first sight is actually possible throwing in a bit of scientific study along with their own experiences. Marcus’ own story of how he met his wife might lend a little bit of credence to the thought that love at first sight is believable. If you'd like to get in touch then you can find us on twitter or instagram @AQQApod or email us show@aqqapod.com. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast too.
How far would you go to save the planet?
Sep 05, 2019
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Willkommen everyone to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! Do you worry about the state of the planet enough to stop using plastics, eat less meat, take fewer holidays abroad or even change your toilet rolls? Or do believe it's more about changes to legislation and those little things we can do don't really make an impact at all? This week the AQQA team tackle this topic and explore the things they would or wouldn't do to help save the planet. It became quite clear that veganism is about three steps too far for Marcus. If you'd like to get in touch then please email us show@aqqapod.com or follow us on twitter @AQQApod. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast too!
Is it better to be a morning person or an evening person?
Aug 29, 2019
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Welcome everybody to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! Are morning people generally healthier and wealthier? Do evening people lead more creative and fun lives? Every single one of us has a time of the day when we feel we get the best out of ourselves and that in turn affects how we live our lives. This week the AQQA Team chat about their sleep patterns, when they feel they're at peak performance and discuss whether society is more suited to morning people. If you'd like to get in touch then please email us at show@aqqapod.com or follow us on twitter @AQQApod. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and if you're feeling generous then please give us a rate and review.
What are your pet peeves on public transport?
Aug 22, 2019
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Welcome one and all to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! Do you hate it when people enter your personal space on the bus? Perhaps you find it rather irksome when someone talks loudly on the phone or plays music during your daily commute? We all have our ideas of how people should and should not behave on public transport. This week the AQQA Team discuss some of the things that annoy them most when travelling by bus or train. It turned out to be quite a cathartic experience especially for Sarah. If you'd like to get in touch then please email us at show@aqqapod.com or follow us on twitter @AQQApod. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and if you're feeling generous then please give us a rate and review too.
Is a lottery win a blessing or a curse?
Aug 15, 2019
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Greetings one and all! Welcome to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! Have you ever dreamed of winning millions on the lottery? Many of us have some sort of idea of what we'd do with all that money. Some lottery winners speak of the good life and how things have greatly improved for them since becoming millionaires. However, not all testimonies from lottery winners are the stuff dreams are made of. This week the AQQA Team discuss whether they'd actually like to win a life changing amount of money and how it could potentially play out. If you'd like to get in touch then please email us at show@aqqapod.com or follow us on twitter or instagram @AQQApod. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and if you're feeling generous we'd love it if you could give us a rate and review.
Do you have an irrational fear?
Aug 08, 2019
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Come on in everyone and welcome to Answerable Questions With Questionable Answers! Do you get a little anxious during a flight? Are dogs out of the question? Or perhaps heights are your kryptonite? Nearly all of us have some sort of irrational fear whether big or small. This week the AQQA Team have a look at some of these fears and find out when our fears can become phobias and how we can deal with them. If you want to get in touch please email us at show@aqqapod.com or follow us on twitter @AQQApod. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and if you're feeling generous then please give us a rate and review.
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