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What are boomerang employees in the world of work? Apr 21, 2025

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You may remember that we talked about the Great Resignation a little while back on Do You Really Know. The trend saw millions of workers across the US quit their jobs in 2021 and 2022 in particular, with a similar pattern being seen in other Western countries too.

Well it might have seemed like a great idea at the time for a lot of those resignees, but it hasn’t been all rosy for some of them since. A 2023 survey by American HR solutions provider Paychex suggested that as many as 80% of workers who quit during the Great Resignation already regretted their decision to do so.

There’s always a good reason for having left a job though, isn’t there? Surely, it’s better to leave the past in the past?! Is the boomeranging trend really that common? What do employers stand to gain from taking back boomerang employees?

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What is auto-brewery syndrome?

What are five foods that make us happy?

What is the Queer movement?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 21/6/2024

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Is staying friends with an ex really a good idea? Apr 20, 2025

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Most of us have to go through a painful breakup at some point in our life. Even if you thought you’d found your soulmate, started planning a grand future together and so on, sometimes things simply don’t work out.

Maybe your partner ended it unexpectedly, or maybe you did so yourself. But one question that often rears its head is whether it’s a good idea to remain friends after the breakup. It might be tempting at the start in particular, to avoid completely cutting an important person out of your life, especially if the friendship is authentic.

How can you tell if staying friends is really possible? Is it OK if I just don’t want to remain friends at all? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why do children have imaginary friends?

Is sleeping naked good for you?

What are umbrella species?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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Is it a bad idea to fall asleep in front of screens? Apr 19, 2025

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We’re surrounded by screens all day, right up until we go to bed. Our lives are intertwined with technology, from the smartphone alarms that wake us to the late-night emails we check. An Ifop study from April 2021 revealed a startling figure: 69% of those scrolling in bed battle with sleep disorders. And while we might think that a quick video or message thread could usher us into dreamland, the reality is, these habits impact both how quickly we fall asleep and the quality of our rest.

You might have heard about the notorious blue light emitted by screens. It’s like an unwanted alarm for our bodies, tricking our brains into thinking it’s still daytime and halting the production of melatonin, our natural sleep-inducing hormone. But it’s not just about the light; a UK study by the University of Oxford from 2016 found that smartphone addiction is linked to poor sleep, regardless of how long we’re glued to the screens.

In what ways do screens interfere with our sleep? Are there other consequences of dozing off to digital content? What’s the secret to a good night’s sleep in the screen-saturated world?

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How can social media exposure lead to vicarious trauma?

What is binge eating disorder?

How can I beat a hangover?

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 25/6/2024

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Does waxing our private parts really increase sexual pleasure? Apr 18, 2025

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Full, Brazilian, landing strip or none at all, pubic hair removal can hide multiple motivations (often driven by societal expectations). While aesthetics tops the list, 56% of men and 45% of women groom their pubic hair with oral sex in mind. But there’s a rumor going around: removing pubic hair could increase sexual pleasure.

In 2021, an Ifop survey on hair removal practices in France, conducted for the Charles.co platform, showed that full hair removal has been steadily increasing since 2013: 14% in October 2013, compared to 24% in January 2021. Is this the result of social pressure or proof that sex is better without hair?

Does removing pubic hair really increase sensation? Does it have the same effect for women and men? Are there precautions to take when shaving or waxing the pubic area?

In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why do people say that black cats bring bad luck?

What are the dirtiest objects in your home?

Why do we get travel sick?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue

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What is binge eating disorder? Apr 18, 2025

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Binge eating, also known as uncontrollable overeating, is an eating disorder. It is characterized by compulsive and excessive consumption of food within a specific period, usually not exceeding two hours, and a loss of control over eating behavior.

This means that a person can’t measure the amounts or types of food they are consuming, and may eat quickly without feeling full. This loss of control often leads to feelings of shame or disgust after a binge-eating episode.

Is it similar to bulimia then? What causes binge eating disorder? How is binge eating disorder treated?

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What is auto-brewery syndrome?

What are five foods that make us happy?

What is the Queer movement?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 15/03/2023

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What is the coffee cup test in job interviews? Apr 18, 2025

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Job interviews have always been a daunting prospect for a number of reasons. And the process is only getting more time-consuming for candidates, without offering increased chances of success. According to a June 2023 report from the Josh Bersin Company and AMS, the average recruitment process now take a whopping 44 days.

As if all this isn’t demanding enough, interviewers like to throw in the occasional curveball too when meeting candidates. One such example is the coffee cup test, which gained attention in 2019 after a man called Trent Innes, then Managing Director of Xero Australia, appeared on The Venture Podcast with Lambros Photios to discuss his hiring strategy.

Why are we talking about it in 2023 then? Why is there a growing emphasis on soft skills in the workplace? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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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: 25/10/2023

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Should I quit air travel to save the planet? Apr 17, 2025

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Flying is far from being the most eco-friendly means of transport. Right now it’s responsible for around 2% of global carbon emissions, but that could grow to as high as 16% by 2050.

With the notable exception of travel restrictions in the last two years, the airline industry has gradually been transporting more and more passengers for decades now. While that continued growth is impressive, we have to recognise that along with it come certain undesirable effects on the environment. Now that the climate crisis is all the more undeniable, could we see the general trend reversing at some point? Certain environmentalists gave up flying long ago to limit their carbon footprint. Greta Thunberg is one prominent example.

Can individuals really make a difference? Isn’t taking the train way more expensive and time-consuming? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for me?

How does Paris syndrome affect some visitors to the French capital?

Can I get health benefits from masturbation?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 26/8/2022

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What are the most common sexual kinks? Apr 16, 2025

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In the Western world, a true sexual revolution began in the 1960s. The idea that sex isn’t solely for procreation became widely accepted, leading to the breakdown of many taboos. This cultural shift paved the way for major social progress, such as the legalisation of contraception and abortion.

Over time, perspectives on sex have expanded beyond the traditional, heteronormative framework. Today, many people feel more free to embrace and express their sexual preferences — including practices that fall under what we call "kinks".

What is a sexual kink? How is it different from a fetish? What are some of the most common kinks today?

In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is the Oosouji method of house cleaning?

What do you get better at with age?

How is AI being used in the legal system?

A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance.

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What is ergophobia, the fear which can throw our careers off track? Apr 13, 2025

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Many of us have joked in the past about being allergic to work, or afraid of it, but did you know that there’s actually a real phobia of work?Have you ever felt anxious or stressed about going to work? Do you dread the thought of facing your boss, your colleagues, or your tasks? Do you avoid applying for jobs or quit them easily? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might have ergophobia.

It’s an extreme, irrational, and debilitating fear of working and of the features of work, such as specific tasks, social relationships, or speaking during meetings. It is considered a form of social phobia or performance anxiety, and is also recognised as a derivative of burnout, due to constantly feeling pressure or excessive expectations at work.

How do people develop ergophobia? What are the symptoms? Can ergophobia be cured? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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How can I use the 80/20 method to save money?

What are the four types of attachment in our relationships?

Why are we obsessed with presenteeism?

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First Broadcast: 31/5/2024

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Could slow living make me happier? Apr 12, 2025

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The societies we live in these days, and especially in cities. We sometimes feel exhausted, anxious, depressed, and lonely in this ultra-productive life. What’s more, the constant fast pace can lead to memory and concentration problems. If you’re struggling to keep up, the slow living philosophy could be for you.

Slow Living is to do less in order to enjoy more. Instead of wanting to have multiple experiences that we only half-enjoy, slow living encourages us to simplify our lives and savour the present moment. It’s related to concepts of mindfulness and being fully present. Slow living can be interpreted in different ways, but the common thread is the idea of intentionality in what we do.

When did the slow movement start ? Isn’t it impossible to live a slow life in a city? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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What are earworms, the songs we just can't get out of our heads?

Is it a good idea to sleep with my pet?

Who are digital nomads, the new generation of remote workers?

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 21/6/2023

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