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What is revenge porn? Nov 11, 2023

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Revenge porn is the intentional sharing of private sexual content, without the consent of the person in that content. It could be explicit text messages, photos or videos, for example. Revenge porn hasn’t been around forever; it has grown with, and been facilitated by, the internet, smartphones and social media.

The humiliation and harassment that comes with it can cause severe emotional distress. Both adults and minors are at risk, with younger people often unaware of the dangers posed by internet trolls, cyberbullies and vengeful exes. While it is a relatively recent phenomenon, many countries and regions have brought in legislation against revenge porn. That currently includes all but 4 states in America, despite there being no federal law on the matter.

So how can women and men avoid becoming victims of revenge porn? 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.

In partnership with upday UK.

First broadcast: 28/03/20

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Why does cooking benefit our mental health? Nov 10, 2023

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Cooking is a passion and hobby for a lot of people. They scour Pinterest for hours to pick the best recipe, dice their ingredients finely, let the food cook gently and even reuse leftovers in inventive ways. But for others, cooking is a hassle and a bother. Grocery shopping, the cooking itself and cleaning up all seems like a lot of effort.

But maybe those people don't appreciate how cooking can actually benefit their mental health. In August 2023, Stylist.co.uk ran a feature on the mental health benefits of cooking. They spoke to Bayu Prihandito, a certified psychology advisor and life coach. He explained that when you cook, you enter what’s known as a 'flow state'. That’s basically a mental state where you’re fully engaged in an activity. It gives you a feeling of achievement and helps lower stress.

What kind of benefits are we talking about? What’s the best way to establish a regular cooking routine? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What happens to your online life after you die?

How can I limit the effects of sugar on my health?

What should I do with expired medicines?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

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What happens to your online life after you die? Nov 09, 2023

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When you die, your physical body may be gone, but your digital legacy lives on. Your digital legacy is everything you leave behind online, such as your social media accounts, emails, photos, videos, documents, and more. These may hold financial or sentimental value for you and your loved ones, but they can also pose some challenges and risks.

While most of us make a will stipulating what we want to happen to our possession, few of us consider how to manage our online presence once we are no longer present. The first step is to make an inventory of your online accounts and assets, write a list that includes the name of your accounts, website, and your username or account ID and be sure to keep it safe.

And what do I do next? Are there any tools to help me? 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 Amber Minogue.

In partnership with upday UK.

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Could the 42% rule help me have a better work-life balance? Nov 08, 2023

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More and more people across the world are struggling with burnout. According to a Future Forum survey of over 10,000 workers from February 2023, as many as 42% of workers experience it, an all-time high. When signs of exhaustion emerge, the ideal solution is, of course, total rest, but it's often a luxury that few can afford. An alternative for preventing burnout is what's known as the "42% rule."

The rule was introduced in 2019 in a book authored by two identical twins from the USA: Amelia and Emily Nagoski. The book was entitled "Burnout: The secret to solving the stress cycle" and it was based on the sisters' personal experiences.

How does it work? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What makes someone a cat person?

What is an endemic?

Why are more and more people paying to find love?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

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What should I do with expired medicines? Nov 08, 2023

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How many times have you come across expired pills in your medicine cabinet and wondered whether they we still safe to use? It’s pretty common, and often we consider using the medicine anyway, because we don’t have a prescription to get more, for example, or simply don’t want to waste what we already have.

In early 2022, Censuswide conducted a survey on behalf of online pharmacist Chemist4U. It found that 36% of the UK residents surveyed said they had taken expired medicine in the past. That goes against official advice found on the NHS website though, which reads: “Medicines have expiry dates so you know when to use them by. After the expiry date medicines may not be safe or as effective.”

Is safety compromised more for some types of medicine than others? What's the best way to store medicines to preserve their active ingredients? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What makes someone a cat person?

What is an endemic?

Why are more and more people paying to find love?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

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What makes someone a cat person? Nov 07, 2023

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People often refer to themselves as cat person or dog person, as well as meaning that they prefer this animal to the other, it implies that they identify with certain characteristics associated with their preferred pet, dogs are loyal, cats are smart, dogs can be trained to help people, cats cannot and so on.

The social psychologist Samuel D Gosling of the University of Texas studied the personality traits of so-called “dog people” and “cat people”. He found that cat people tend to score higher on neuroticism and openness to experiences, whereas dog people are more extroverted, agreeable and conscientious. Cat people tend to also be more sensitive, creative and curious, but more prone to anxiety and stress. Whereas dog people, on the other hand, are more sociable, cooperative and reliable, but also more conventional and conformist.

But why do these personality traits match with our preference for cats or dogs? And what else makes someone a cat person? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why are more and more people paying to find love?

Should I start my Christmas shopping in autumn?

What is a power nap?

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

In partnership with upday UK.

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Why are more and more people paying to find love? Nov 06, 2023

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According to a 2019 report from eharmony, a third of relationships had started online between 2015 and 2019, compared to just 19% in the preceding decade. The so-called “Future of Dating” also suggested that by the year, more than half of relationships will have begun online.

Whether you're seeking a serious relationship or just a casual fling, there's something out there for everyone. As with any constantly evolving market, dating apps have turned into a real business, and the quest for love can come with a hefty price tag. In September 2023, Tinder introduced a new invite-only service called Tinder Select, and brace yourself – it costs £4925 per year.

But why pay, you might wonder? And can you still use these apps for free? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why has astrology come back into fashion?

What do you get better at with age?

Should I be cleaning my belly button?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

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Should I start my Christmas shopping in autumn? Nov 05, 2023

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You've probably noticed that as soon as the back-to-school season ends, stores start filling their shelves with chocolates, garlands, and Advent calendars. For many of us, it feels like an early jump into the holiday spirit, even before we've figured out our Christmas plans.

But beyond the sometimes overly eager marketing by big retailers, there might be some wisdom in getting a head start on your end-of-year shopping. And a recent report from John Lewis revealed that a fifth of people in the UK are set to begin their Christmas planning in November this year.

Why is that then? And what about the holiday feast? 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.

In partnership with upday UK.

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Will the meat of the future be printed in 3D? Nov 04, 2023

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Climatologists and medical experts are in agreement about the detrimental impact of excessive meat consumption on both our environment and health. Industrial livestock farming is responsible for a significant 15% of global CO2 emissions, and it also raises ethical concerns regarding animal welfare. In light of these concerns, it recently emerged that UK meat consumption is at its lowest level since record begun.

Government data showed that in 2022, people ate an average of 854g of meat per week, which is down 14% compared to a decade ago. For those cutting down on meat or giving it up completely, alternatives like legumes can provide similar nutrients. But completely changing one's dietary habits and cooking style can be daunting. One new solution on the horizon is 3D-printed meat, both in plant-based and animal-based form.

How exactly do you print meat? Is it actually a healthier option then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What do you get better at with age?

Why has astrology come back into fashion?

Are our phones really eavesdropping on us?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

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Should I be cleaning my belly button? Nov 03, 2023

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We talked about omplaphobia in a recent episode of Do You Really Know, which is the fear of belly buttons. Well the subject of today’s episode may make for awkward listening for anyone affected by that phobia. That’s right; we’re talking about belly buttons again.

Now, be honest: when was the last time you washed your belly button in the shower? It’s commonly overlooked, but surprisingly it’s actually one of the dirtiest parts of the human body. That’s because it accumulates dead skin cells, clothing fibers, soap residue, and sweat, making it a haven for bacteria. In fact, it hosts more than sixty different species of fungi, yeasts, and bacteria!

How does the belly button form? Why does my belly button sometimes smell bad? Do I need to use lotion? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:

What do you get better at with age?

Why has astrology come back into fashion?

Are our phones really eavesdropping on us?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices