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Are you an “ambivert”? Nov 07, 2024

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Are you more of an introvert or an extrovert? Or maybe a bit of both? While introverts often need solitude to recharge and feel more comfortable alone, extroverts thrive on interaction, seeking out social situations and sometimes feeling uneasy in isolation.

These two categories are often seen as opposites, but experts at psychologue.net suggest that personality traits actually exist on a spectrum. This means that introversion and extroversion can coexist, and many people identify with aspects of both. If you see yourself in both introverted and extroverted behaviors, you might be what’s called an ambivert.

What does being an ambivert really mean? How can you tell if you’re an ambivert? Is there scientific backing for the ambivert concept? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is omphalophobia, the fear of belly buttons?

What is wellness syndrome?

How can I influence my dreams?

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Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for you? Nov 07, 2024

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he last two and a half years have caused a lot of us to reassess our priorities in life. Are we really living our lives to the full? Are there new experiences that we should be trying out? Within that context, an alternative nomadic lifestyle called vanlife has seen a resurgence.

It’s been around since the 1960s, when hippies would travel across the United States in vans. But social media has made it trendy again, and in particular Instagram where the #vanlife hashtag has over 13 million posts. Essentially, vanlife is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: living in a van. It’s a minimalist lifestyle, which also grants the freedom to travel and be adventurous.

What are some of the coolest things about vanlife? How do I know if the van lifestyle is for me? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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

Can I get health benefits from masturbation?

How have dating apps broken into the friendship market?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 25/8/2022.

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What is the ‘Yes Man’ Technique? Nov 06, 2024

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Ever feel like a grey cloud is hanging over you? Life seems a bit gloomy, and your days are dull. You’re craving a change, but you’re stuck in a rut.

Well, there is good news and the solution might be much closer than you think. Sometimes, all it takes is tweaking one or two elements of your day to transform your life. Enter the ‘Yes Man’ technique.

Where does it come from? Should You Say Yes to Everything? What’s the Point? What are the Limits? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is the pathological laughter condition that affects The Joker?

What is the Oosouji method of house cleaning?

What are the dangers with being overly perfectionist?

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Could precrastination be affecting your productivity? Nov 06, 2024

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“The enemy of success”; “the thief of time”; “the grave in which opportunity is buried”. Those are just three ways in which procrastination has been described in the past. And according to IE University, “several studies have linked procrastination to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and overall poor mental health.”

You may remember a while back we ran an episode on how to beat procrastination. But what about going to the complete other end of the scale? You complete all your tasks immediately to beat your to-do list. Well that’s known as precrastination, and it’s actually not the good idea it might seem at first.

Is procrastinating better than precrastinating? Why is it not good to get things done right away? Does procrastination exist for non-physical tasks then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What are the best ways of beating procrastination?

Does music really make us more productive?

What is the Pygmalion effect?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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Why are young people looking so old? Nov 05, 2024

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If you're aged between 30 and 40, you're part of Generation Y, also known as the ‘millennials’ You may have already said to yourself that the next generation, Gen Z, look much older than their age.

Millennials grew up amid the rise of the wellness industry and numerous public health campaigns that promoted healthy living, think about the messaging around eating five fruits and vegetables a day, staying physically active, and avoiding smoking. Not to mention, there was also a strong push for sun protection awareness. Consequently, Millennials have largely embraced skincare routines and self-care habits that keep them looking youthful.

But how is that possible? Are many Gen Zers really getting these procedures? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why are young people going back to flip phones?

What is “Act your Wage”, Gen Z’s latest work-life trend?

Is bikini waxing harmful for your health?

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What are yellow flags in dating? Nov 04, 2024

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In recent years, dating has become a lot more structured. Terms like "green flags" and "red flags" are now part of everyday language, and the criteria for evaluating potential partners have become more specific and defined.

Of course, the main idea behind these colour codes is to help you figure out if someone is right for you based on how they behave. But lately even the flag system has become a little less straightforward, with the introduction of "beige flags" and "yellow flags". Now beige flags refer to boring or insignificant traits, while yellow flags can have a more meaningful impact on a relationship.

Are they good or bad? What are some examples? How do yellow flags differ from red flags?Why is she considered a pop culture icon? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What are the secrets of a successful LAT couple?

Why do couples often look alike?

Could date stacking really help me find love?

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How to interact with ChatGPT? Nov 04, 2024

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ChatGPT is a computer program from a company called OpenAI. It along with other forms of AI are changing the way we communicate, create, and learn.

They can help us with various tasks, such as writing emails, coding, designing presentations, and much more. However, to use AI effectively, we need to know how to interact with it.

How to use prompts? What are the factors you have to consider? What are the problems with ChatGPT? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is negging, the toxic flirting technique?

Could the Pomodoro technique help me work better?

Why do I attract mosquitoes more than other people?

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First broadcast: 22/8/2023.

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Which actors have undergone the most extreme body transformations? Nov 02, 2024

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If you were a WWE fan in the 2000s, a mere mention of the name Dave Bautista is likely to get you feeling all nostalgic. During his wrestling career, Bautista became well known for his muscular build.

And even after quitting the WWE, he stayed in the spotlight, going into acting and being recognised as the “best wrestler-turned-actor” out there, according to the likes of ScreenRant, AVclub.com and a prominent Reddit thread with over 1800 comments. After he put a lot of weight on for a role in Knock at the Cabin in 2023, fans were shocked to see him looking super slim at the premiere of The Last Showgirl at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2024.

Do actors often go to such extremes to lose weight for roles? Do actors sometimes go in the opposite direction and gain weight for a role? What about female actors? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why do we love hate-watching certain films and series?

What is the Cannes Film Festival ?

Does music really make us more productive?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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How did Kamala Harris become a pop culture icon? Nov 01, 2024

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On 10th September 2024, Kamala Harris made her presidential debate debut in Philadelphia, going head-to-head with Republican candidate Donald Trump.

It was a fiery affair, and when all was said as done most observers had the sitting vice president down as having come out on top. From political columnists to casual social media commenters, Harris had everyone impressed.

Just how popular has Kamala become? Would you say that being a woman contributes to her popularity? Why is she considered a pop culture icon? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Which swing states could decide the US election result?

What is the European Political Community, the continent’s intergovernmental organization?

What is Roe vs Wade, the ruling that guaranteed American women abortion rights?

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Could the Pomodoro technique help me work better ? Nov 01, 2024

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Do you ever feel like time is slipping through your fingers? That you had several hours to complete one or two simple tasks, but you didn't notice the clock ticking away? The problem might stem from poor time management or a tendency to procrastinate.

It could also result from an inability to isolate yourself from sources of distraction. Let’s delve into a productivity strategy that could potentially revolutionise the way you work: the Pomodoro technique.

Where does the name come from? How does the Pomodoro method actually work? Why is it so effective? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is the Pygmalion effect?

What are the alternatives to air conditioning?

What is misogynoir?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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