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Why are there so many spin offs in the world of cinema? Aug 10, 2025

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The world of cinema is full of films and sagas which leave their mark on a generation, sometimes becoming cult films. And another phenomenon is becoming more and more common: that of the spin off. Spin-off films involve the creation of a new work based on the original, focusing on the story of a secondary character.

There are a number of reasons why directors and screenwriters have chosen to carry out such projects. In the last few years, cinema has been met with strong competition from the world of series. Whereas before, the quality was close to that of a good TV film, these days series are able to match films blow for blow, both in terms of screenplay and production budget. SON - punch There’s another clear advantage, which is that series aren’t limited in time the same way as films are. From one season to the next, they can easily go into greater depth on a character's back story.

Why are they so important for cinematic works? Why do fans love them so much? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why is generative AI set to explode in 2024?⁠

⁠Is being delulu a good thing?⁠

⁠Should you be reducing salt in your diet?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 27/06/2022

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What are the biggest misconceptions on beating heatwaves? Aug 08, 2025

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According to a World Meteorological Organisation report from May 2023, it’s now more likely than not that global temperatures will surpass the key milestone of 1.5°C warming. This is of course down to human-related greenhouse gas emissions, as well as the El Nino weather phenomenon in the Pacific Ocean, which was confirmed to have started as of early June.

Of course the long term impact of such warming is expected to be catastrophic, but even in the short term it means that all of us are faced with increasingly frequent heatwaves, the likes of which saw temperature records broken across the UK in July 2022.

Should we take cold showers ? Should we drink a cold beverage ? Should we leave our fan on all night while we're sleeping ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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⁠What is brain tapping, the viral technique for improving sleep quality?⁠

⁠What is the half and half drinking method?⁠

⁠How can heatwaves impact our mental health?⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 13/7/2023

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Why do we love hate-watching certain films and series? Aug 06, 2025

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Frenchie shore, Love Island those are typical examples of shows that people love to hate-watch. The practice has become more and more widespread in recent years with the rise of streaming platforms. It seems mutual hatred makes for a strong bond!

The term was actually invented back in 2012 by Emily Nussbaum, a well-known critic for the New Yorker. She talked about how she couldn’t stop watching musical drama series Smash, despite finding it terrible from start to finish. It’s along the same lines as the “So bad it’s good” trend, which Ryan Bailey used to name his hugely popular podcast, which explored all the pop culture we love to hate.

How exactly does one hate watch then? Why do people keep watching shows they don’t like? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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⁠Why do people get angry when they drive?⁠

⁠Is palm oil really bad for your health?⁠

⁠How to make the most out of a rental property?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 15/7/2020

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How can I get the most out of daytime napping? Aug 05, 2025

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Studies have repeatedly shown that human sleep quality is deteriorating year after year, for a number of reasons, including workaholic lifestyles and rising global temperatures.

Daytime napping shouldn't be seen as a replacement for insufficient nighttime sleep, but there are a number of health benefits nevertheless. It’s actually pretty natural for our bodies too, and has long been ingrained in a number of cultures.

When’s the best time to have a nap then? How can I get off to sleep quickly? What evidence is there of the benefits of napping?In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠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: 16/7/2022

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What is vitamin D? Aug 05, 2025

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This summer, relax and learn with Do You Really Know! It's time to learn all about the concepts, words and expressions that surround the summer season! What is vitamin D?

Vitamin D was discovered in 1922 by American biochemist Elmer McCollum, who was nicknamed Dr Vitamin by Time Magazine. He found that cod liver oil could still prevent rickets in rats, despite its vitamin A having been removed. From this observation, he deduced that it contained a different substance which he called vitamin D. A sufficient quantity of vitamin D is necessary during early childhood years in order to prevent rickets. In adults, it protects against osteoporosis and the deterioration of bone tissue. It also plays an important part in preventing breast cancer and colon cancer.

How do we produce or find Vitamin D then? But how does sunblock work then? What about skin colour; does that impact our ability to produce Vitamin D? ⁠⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠⁠

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⁠⁠Why do we get verrucas?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is climate shadow, the newest way to measure your impact on global warming?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Why do our bodies need magnesium?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 16/8/2022

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How can heatwaves impact our mental health? Aug 04, 2025

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We’re all aware of the physical risks associated with extreme heat, like dehydration and fainting for example. But a number of scientific studies have shown that heatwaves also have a major impact on people’s mental health.

It’s important to highlight that the difference can be experienced by anyone, not just those with existing psychiatric conditions. But one thing is for sure: the vast majority of us are more anxious when temperatures are high. And it makes sense that we get more irritable when you consider how our bodies work. Heat causes our heart rate, pulse, blood pressure and cortisol levels to all increase. Meanwhile, it deregulates so-called happy hormones serotonin and dopamine.

Who is most affected? What do researchers have to say about it? What about eco-anxiety? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

Date of first release : July 19th, 2022

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⁠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 Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 13/6/2024

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What is the ‘adult only’ trend, in public places all about? Aug 04, 2025

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At a time when Europe faces a "baby bust," the role of children in public spaces is sparking new debate. Increasingly, restaurants, hotels, and even tour operators are rolling out “adults only” policies.

Gone are the sounds of crying babies or kids running around tables, but this shift raises questions about individualism in society.In recent years, child-free options have doubled globally, with hotels and restaurants seeing a surge in demand for adult-only spaces. In the UK, chains like Warner Leisure Hotels are dedicated entirely to adult-only stays, reflecting a significant shift in hospitality preferences.

Is this trend really that widespread? Is it even legal? Isn’t it discriminating against part of the population? Why is this trend picking up steam now? What does this mean for society? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What is bae-realing, the new dating trend?⁠

⁠What is this new toxic trend looksmaxxing all about?⁠

⁠What is xylazine, the so-called zombie drug?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 27/11/2024

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What is digital sobriety? Aug 03, 2025

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Digital sobriety is all about reducing the ecological footprint of our daily digital lifestyles. That’s right, using your cell phone, PC or connected refrigerator all contributes to pollution. And it’s on the rise.

The transition to digital technology is often presented as being a positive evolution, especially with regards to reducing household energy consumption. But current practices are contributing to global warming.

How does online browsing contribute to pollution? So, what should we do about it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Is feeding birds in your garden a bad idea?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Why will we be using liquefied natural gas to heat our homes this winter?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Who is Giorgia Meloni, the new face of the Italian far right?⁠⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 25/2/2020

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What is a power nap? Aug 03, 2025

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A power nap is a short sleep which is long enough to give an energy boost, but not so long that you enter deep sleep. The term was coined by American social psychologist James Maas, a professor at Cornell University. Science shows that power naps could be of benefit to employees in the workplace, where efficiency is key.

Sometimes, a power nap lasts just a few seconds, in which case it’s referred to as a microsleep. Dali would do it in a seated position, holding a spoon between his fingers. When he started to fall asleep, his grip on the spoon would loosen and the sound of the spoon hitting the floor would of course wake him up immediately.

So I can just fall asleep at my desk and my boss will be OK about it? Will I become smarter if I have a power nap every day after my lunch break? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠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: 16/3/2022

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Why do some people confuse their left and right? Aug 02, 2025

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Knowing the difference between right and left is crucial for various daily activities like driving and navigation. While most of us take this skill for granted, a significant portion of the population faces challenges with it. A study published in 2020 in the Journal of Experimental Psychology estimated that one in six adults struggles to distinguish their right from their left.

Of course, if you turn the wrong way when out in the street, it can be a minor inconvenience. You might get lost, or turn up late for an appointment for example. But in some cases, confusing left and right can be a matter of life and death. It might sound unlikely, but all too many times, surgery has been carried out on the wrong side of a patient’s body due to human error, with tragic consequences. And back in 2010 it emerged that the sinking of the Titanic may have actually been caused by a left-right steering error.

So, how does this actually work? Now, why is this such a challenge? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What is an oil shock?⁠

⁠Could Turmeric help indigestion?⁠

⁠What is reverse ageing?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 23/10/2023

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