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Why do people R-bomb in the dating world? Nov 27, 2023

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We’ve talked about a lot of dating trends on Do You Really Know, many of which are pretty negative. And the subject of today’s episode is no exception. R-bombing might sound pretty dramatic, but in fact it just refers to leaving someone on read when they message you.

You know, those annoying blue ticks you see on whatsapp which tell you your message has been seen. They light up and you expect the other person to start typing back; only they never do? Well if that’s happened to you, then you’ve been R-bombed!

Isn’t that the same as ghosting? Why do people do it then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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

Are gas cookers dangerous?

Why is funflation causing us to spend more on live entertainment?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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Are budget food brands really worth the savings they offer? Nov 26, 2023

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How much attention do you pay to prices when doing your grocery shopping? In September 2023, UK consumer watchdog Which published research showing just how much cheaper budget brands can be.

One striking example was the price of rice at Asda. Shoppers could get 1kg of Asda Just Essentials rice for 52 pence, while the store’s standard own-brand Easy Cook Long Grain White Rice was £1.80 for the same quantity. That’s 246% more. And if no Asda store brand products were available, shoppers would be faced with spending £4.85 on a kilo of Ben’s Original Long Grain Rice - a whopping 833% more than the Just Essentials product. Similar cases were found at supermarkets like Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Morrison’s, on staple foods like baked beans, spaghetti and tea bags. The cost of living crisis has seen a lot of people switch to budget food brands in order to save. And an early 2023 survey by Attest found that 70.2% of Brits plan to stick with own-label brands, rather than reverting to premium options.

What counts as a budget food brand? Are the products of good enough quality? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why is funflation causing us to spend more on live entertainment?

Are gas cookers dangerous?

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

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

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Why shouldn't we use the snooze function on our alarm clock? Nov 25, 2023

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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?

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Why is funflation causing us to spend more on live entertainment? Nov 24, 2023

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If you’re a fan of Taylor Swift, it won’t have escaped your notice that the singer was back on tour this year across the United States. And what a tour it was! Fans were desperate to attend, and prepared to pay from $49 to $499 for the privilege, according to face value ticket prices quoted by Stylecaster.com. Meanwhile, resale ticket prices were in the thousands.

If that seems a lot, then you should bear in mind that the cost of live entertainment has been rising due to what’s known as funflation. It’s a mix of “fun” and “inflation”, and economists say it’s caused by a growing demand for events like Taylor Swift concerts or live sports.

How are people able to afford this extra spending? Does the same go for other days out, apart from concerts? 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.

In partnership with upday UK.

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Are gas cookers dangerous? Nov 23, 2023

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Gas cookers are a common feature in many kitchens, often preferred by chefs and home cooks for their precise temperature control but gas cookers emit a number of harmful substances when they are in use and even when they are off that can pollute the indoor air and harm your health.

Nitrogen dioxide, or NO2, is a gas that is produced when natural gas is burned at high temperatures. It can damage your airways and worsen asthma and COPD. A recent report by the Dutch Lung Foundation found that gas cookers increased the risk of asthma in children by 42%.

What are some other of these pollutants and their effects? And what can you do to reduce these risks? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Is there any truth that lemon water is good for you ?

Why do we get great ideas in the shower?

Should I cut the electricity at home during a storm?

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Are men really more sensitive to pain than women? Nov 22, 2023

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When it comes to health, it’s clear that gender differences play a significant role. It's now recognized that the occurrence of diseases, their onset age, symptoms, severity, and even responses to medications differ between men and women.

The question of whether men and women perceive pain differently has been a topic of scientific discourse for quite some time. It’s an important matter too, as it could influence whether treatments should be tailored based on gender. For now, current studies haven't been able to definitively settle the debate.

Is there anything we do know for sure already? Are there other theories out there on gender-based pain perception? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Is there any truth that lemon water is good for you ?

Why do we get great ideas in the shower?

Should I cut the electricity at home during a storm?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

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How has the slomadism trend taken off since Covid? Nov 22, 2023

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According to an August 2023 report by human resources company MBO Partners, the number of Americans considering themselves digital nomads increased by 131% between 2019 and 2022. That means they can travel worldwide while staying connected to their work wherever they are.

The Covid-19 pandemic led to remote work being normalised, when it had already been growing thanks to factors like globalisation and the digitisation of work. However, some digital nomad workers are now tired of being on the move all year around. As a result, many have chosen to adapt their lifestyle accordingly, turning to "slomadism."

What’s the difference between digital nomads and slomads? Is the lifestyle financially beneficial for slomads too? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How is AI giving a voice to the dead?

Why is climbing stairs so good for you?

Am I in a situationship?

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Is there any truth that lemon water is good for you ? Nov 21, 2023

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Lemon water is a popular drink that many celebrities and wellness gurus swear by. But is it really as good as they claim? Or is it just another fad that has no scientific basis?

Lemon water has been linked to several health benefits, such as hydration. Drinking enough water is essential for your overall health, as it helps prevent dehydration, which can cause fatigue, headaches, dry skin, and constipation. Also lemon’s contain vitamin C which is an antioxidant that helps protect your cells from free radicals, which are molecules that can cause inflammation and disease.

Are there any other benefits? And what are the myths about lemon water? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Should I cut the electricity at home during a storm?

Could the PAUSE method help me make better decisions?

Why has far-right terrorism increased so much?

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

In partnership with upday UK.

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Should I cut the electricity at home during a storm? Nov 20, 2023

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As thunderclouds gather and winds intensify, the decision to shut off the power becomes a critical one, balancing safety concerns with the practicalities of daily life. The risks associated with electrical installations depend on the location of your home. For example, the consequences are more severe if your home is in a rural or mountainous area, for a number of reasons.

Lightning poses a significant risk to electrical systems, and power surges can damage appliances and electronics. By cutting the electricity, you reduce the chances of electrical fires and protect your devices from potential damage.

Are there any drawbacks? Is cutting the power the only option? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How is AI giving a voice to the dead?

Why is climbing stairs so good for you?

Am I in a situationship?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

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Could the PAUSE method help me make better decisions? Nov 19, 2023

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Are you someone who thrives on making decisions at work, or do you prefer to take a back seat and let others have the final say? Decisions can be a source of anxiety, even for those who generally like making them. That's especially true when the sheer quantity of decisions to be made adds up, and you've got a limited amount of time in which to make them. That happens frequently to people working in a high-pressure role or environment.

This is down to a phenomenon known as decision fatigue, which we've talked about in the past on Do You Really Know. It's easy to get weighed down in such scenarios, but thankfully there are ways of beating decision fatigue and making effective decisions without getting burned out. One such example is the PAUSE method.

Who came up with that? What do the other steps consist of in concrete terms? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Which foods are best for burning fat?

Am I in a situationship?

Why is climbing stairs so good for you?

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In partnership with upday UK.

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