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Why shouldn't we use the snooze function on our alarm clock? Mar 25, 2025

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We all know the feeling of not wanting to get out of bed first thing in the morning. It can be tempting to press the "snooze" button on your alarm clock to grab a few extra minutes of sleep. And research has shown that it’s a very common habit. In October 2022, results from a University of Notre Dame study on the subject were published in Sleep journal.

The study found that 57% of people snooze, with certain groups of people being more likely to do so than others. For example, the younger a study participant was, the more likely they were to snooze. Women were also more commonly snoozers than men. The thing is, neuroscientists say that snoozing isn’t actually the bright idea that it might seem. While the temporary respite is pleasant at the time, there are other health-related reasons for not snoozing.

Why is that then? Does going back to sleep restart the sleep cycle? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Are gas cookers dangerous?

How do I know if I'm allergic to gluten?

Are men really more sensitive to pain than women?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 25/11/2023

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How is toilet paper helping to reduce suicide in Japan? Mar 24, 2025

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"Dear you, spending painful days pretending to be okay for someone else. You don't need to tell us everything... but how about just a little of it?" Imagine you’re in the bathroom at uni and you notice a message like that printed on the toilet roll. Pretty weird right?!

Well that’s exactly the situation students in the Yamanashi region of Japan found themselves in, when authorities rolled out their new suicide prevention initiative. That’s one example of the messages that were thought out by mental health specialists, and the toilet rolls also feature the number of a suicide prevention helpline and soothing images, like a cat playing with a ball or a young girl underneath an umbrella.

Why are they looking to help young people specifically? Are things worse in Japan than elsewhere in the world? What's the attitude towards mental health in Japan? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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How can I celebrate New Year’s at home and still have fun?

Should we be worried about the Lensa AI avatar app?

How does the 3-30-300 rule affect my mental health?

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

First Broadcast: 30/12/2022

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How can I recognise ultra-processed foods? Mar 23, 2025

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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!

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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.

In partnership with upday UK.

First broadcast: 11/6/2023

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[PODCASTHON] How does harm reduction make drug use safer? Mar 21, 2025

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On march 21 we’re in the middle of Podcasthon charity event. It’s an annual charity event which sees podcasters come together to highlight different organisations, their work, and their impact

Drug use among young people is nothing new, but in recent years it has reached record levels, according to research published in 2022 by youth charity. They found that the number of 16 to 25 year olds taking drugs had increased by 50% since the previous year, reaching one in three.

Despite being illegal, these substances are widely consumed. That’s why some charities and associations have put in place harm reduction programs, to help minimise the risks associated with drug use at parties and festivals. An example of a charity doing that is Psycare UK, who have been operating for over a decade and offer services at events of all sizes.

What are the main risks in party environments? How can these risks be reduced? How can you play a role in creating a more responsible party scene? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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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.

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Could you be at danger from quishing scams? Mar 20, 2025

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Along with account hacking and fake technical support, phishing is one of the most common types of online scam. It can appear in many forms, from emails and text messages to sponsored search engine links and phone calls. But in 2024, a new variation emerged, targeting motorists in particular. Known as quishing—a blend of “QR” and “phishing”—this scam uses fake QR codes to steal payment details.

QR codes have become a part of daily life, whether for accessing restaurant menus, making payments, or even paying parking fines. But this convenience has also made them a target for scammers. In mid-2024, the RAC warned of a rise in fraudulent QR codes placed on parking machines in several UK locations, tricking drivers into entering their payment details on fake websites. Victims only realize they’ve been scammed when they see unauthorized transactions—or when they receive an unexpected parking fine.

So how does quishing actually work? How can you avoid falling for a fake QR code? And what should you do if you think you’ve been targeted? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Is the gut really our "second brain"?

How can I get the most out of daytime napping?

Is it a good idea to fall asleep to music?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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How can you tell if you’re stingy? Mar 19, 2025

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If there’s one trait nobody wants to claim, it’s stinginess. But being stingy isn’t about how much money you have. Take Ingvar Kamprad, the founder of IKEA—despite his fortune, he lived modestly and even shopped at flea markets. For him, frugality was a habit, not an obsession. But when caution with money turns into an all-consuming need to save at all costs, it can impact not just your finances, but also your relationships.

Stingy people rarely see themselves that way. They often think they’re just being thrifty. But there’s a fine line between being mindful of spending and being a miser. Ebenezer Scrooge, for example, didn’t just save—his miserliness defined him, isolating him from others. Psychological factors, from childhood experiences to low self-esteem, can play a role in developing stingy habits.

So how do you know if you’ve crossed the line? What are the root causes of stinginess? And can you change if you realize you’re one of them? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Which conspiracy theories were actually true?

Are twins really telepathic ?

Is eating fish still good for you?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue

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Which jobs are most under threat from artificial intelligence? Mar 18, 2025

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Since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, artificial intelligence has transformed how many workers go about their jobs on a daily basis. AI developments are certainly exciting to many people, but there’s also a lot of nervousness out there, due to the inevitability that AI-based automation will end up replacing some parts of human work in a lot of fields.

In January 2024, the IMF issued a cautionary report titled AI Will Transform the Global Economy. Let’s Make Sure It Benefits Humanity. It suggested that 40% of jobs worldwide will be impacted by AI, a figure that could reach 60% in more advanced economies.

Are some of those jobs at risk? What about creative fields? What about jobs that require human interaction, like teaching? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Does your name really affect your looks?

hat are the dangers of self-diagnosis?

How can I beat my smartphone addiction?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 18/10/24

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Are twins really telepathic ? Mar 17, 2025

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According to a study published in Human Reproduction in 2021, there are around 1.6 million twins born each year, with an average of one in every 42 newborn children being a twin. The research also revealed that the global twinning rate had increased by a third since the 1980s.

It’s fair to say that twins have long fascinated scientists, and society as a whole. Some people portray twins as kind of identical clones with supernatural powers. They suggest that twins are capable of communicating telepathically and experiencing each other’s emotions, even from great distances.

Do twins really share a special bond ? Have twins similar behaviors ? 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 Joseph Chance.

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Discover "Long Story Short", Europod’s new daily podcast Mar 16, 2025

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What’s shaping Europe today? How does it impact your life? And what’s the bigger picture? Long Story Short is Europod’s new daily podcast, cutting through the noise to bring you the facts, the context, and why it all matters in just 5 minutes. Tune in Monday to Friday for sharp, no-nonsense breakdowns of the news that’s shaping Europe. Perfect for your coffee break, your commute, or whenever you need to catch up. Long Story Short, hosted by Evi Kiorri, with new episodes dropping at 12:30 PM CET, is available on all streaming platforms.

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Where does St Patrick's Day come from? Mar 16, 2025

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If you’re a fan of sitcoms, no doubt you've seen episodes in which the characters were celebrating Saint Patrick's Day. It's a big deal in the UK and Ireland of course, as well as across the pond in North America.

Each year in the build up to March 17th, bars and pubs, especially Irish ones, deck themselves out in green and shamrocks. But before it became an excuse to sink a few pints of Guinness with friends, the occasion was originally a religious affair in its native Ireland, centred around the man himself: Saint Patrick.

Who exactly was Saint Patrick? Why do we celebrate Saint Patrick's Day? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why do mouth sounds drive some people crazy?

Why does Ramadan start on a different date each year?

How can I move house stress-free?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

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