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Why are most people right-handed? Jun 23, 2026

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Around the age of 4, children develop a preference for using one of their hands to complete certain tasks, like drawing for example. The same goes for foot preference, when it comes to which foot they use to start going up a flight of stairs, or to kick a ball. It even goes for our eyes and ears.

Generally when a child reaches the age of five, their preference for using one side of the body to carry out tasks is truly ingrained. This developmental process is known as right-left asymmetry. According to the US National Library of Medicine, 85-90% of adults are right-handed.

What dictates whether we prefer using our left or right hand? Isn’t being left-handed hereditary? Why do people say that left-handed people are more creative? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Is eating bread actually bad for you?⁠

⁠How can I eat healthy on a budget?⁠

⁠Are men still being paid more than women?⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 13/4/2023

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What is Ulysses Syndrome? Jun 22, 2026

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You may remember hearing about ancient Greek hero Ulysses in school lessons. He’s the central character in Homer’s Odyssey. As legend goes, after fighting for a decade in the Trojan war, Ulysses wandered the world for another 10 years to get back home to his wife and son.

On his enforced travels, Ulysses suffered danger, adversity and loneliness throughout. Spanish psychiatrist Joseba Achotegui saw similarities in the plight of modern-day migrants. In 2003, he came up with the term ‘Ulysses Syndrome’, to describe the negative feelings that such scenarios can bring on. These ordinary people often have no choice but to behave like heroes.

What type of people are affected by Ulysses Syndrome? How is migration linked to Ulysses Syndrome? What are the symptoms of Ulysses Syndrome? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠⁠What is the Koh-i-noor diamond and why is it causing so many problems for the Queen consort?⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠What is Truth Social?⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠What is the Karpman drama triangle?⁠⁠⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and produced by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 9/11/2022.

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How is catch-up culture ruining our friendships? Jun 22, 2026

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Catching up on life updates over a drink or dinner, making vague plans to see one another again in the coming weeks and then not end up seeing the person for another six months after anyway!

That pattern probably sounds familiar to a lot of you, and it’s become known as catch-up culture.

Isn’t that just what a normal friendship looks like when you get into adulthood? What’s problematic about catch-up culture though? Can it be hard to find time to fit friends in though? ⁠⁠⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠⁠⁠

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⁠What are the dangers of hustle culture?⁠

⁠What is Stan Culture ?⁠

⁠⁠⁠Is bikini waxing harmful for your health?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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What are the health benefits of algae? Jun 22, 2026

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Algae is an aquatic plant that grows in most fresh and saltwater bodies across the world. There are over 40,000 species of algae, and they range in size from microscopic to giant kelp and seaweed plants. Many species of algae are edible, and have been consumed for thousands of years by humans for their unique taste and nutritional benefits.

Algae is highly nutritious. In most algae types, you will find complete proteins and omega-3 fatty acids. They also contain vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, and other elements that can support your health.

What are some of the benefits of eating algae? What type of algae is good for the health? How can algae benefit vegans? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why do people say that black cats bring bad luck?⁠

⁠What are pick me boys?⁠

⁠Can naps keep the brain healthy?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 8/3/2023

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Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for you? Jun 21, 2026

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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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Why do we get verrucas? Jun 21, 2026

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Also known as plantar warts, verrucas are usually found on the soles of the feet, but can sometimes be seen between the toes or on the heels too. You may remember catching one at your school swimming lessons as a child.

Verrucas have a reputation for being a nuisance. Firstly, let’s face it, like all kinds of warts they’re pretty unsightly. They look like small, rough, thickened skin. But that’s not the only reason why they’re a pain. If you’re unlucky, they can take time to go away, and come back over and over again. Verrucas are grown inwards and have a black pinpoint in the centre which is called the “wart seed”. That’s basically where your blood has clotted on the surface of your skin.

So what are the main causes behind verrucas then? Are they dangerous? Do you have any tips for avoiding getting a verruca? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What is second child syndrome, the feeling affecting Prince Harry?⁠

⁠What are the most addictive foods?⁠

⁠Is period underwear really better for the environment?⁠

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

First Broadcast: 23/2/2023

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Can going braless be good for you? Jun 21, 2026

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The trend, which emerged in certain feminist movements in the 1960s, has been spreading on social networks since 2020, notably under the #NoBra banner.

And it seems the trend may be lasting despite the worst of Covid hopefully being behind us. We’ve recently seen A-Listers like Dua Lipa, Kirsten Stewart and Lily Allen go braless in public, with the Daily Mail referring to “the great underwear-free revolution that started during lockdown”.

What is the point of bras? Why would there be an “underwear-free revolution” if bras have all these benefits? Should women ditch the bras? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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⁠⁠Is Bullet Train the new John Wick?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How does "death cleaning" help you declutter your life?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Why do we get verrucas?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 15/8/2022

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What’s the best sleeping position? Jun 20, 2026

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Side, stomach or back; what kind of sleeper are you? Some people say that our sleeping position reflects what kind of person we are. ..

While we can’t really comment on how much truth there is to that, we can say for sure that it has an impact on sleep quality and consequently our mood in the morning. Let’s take a few minutes to talk about our personal favourites.

Well I usually sleep on my back with my arms over my head! Is that good or bad? What about stomach sleeping? What about the snorers out there? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

Date of first release : August 6th, 2022

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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.

First Broadcast: 30/11/2025

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Is drinking decaf bad for my health? Jun 20, 2026

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Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, with an average of 98 million cups consumed in the UK every day, according to the British Coffee Association.

In moderation, there are plenty of benefits to be gained from drinking coffee, but there can also be some negative side effects, in particular due to its caffeine content. Decaf is an alternative, but is it really healthier? Our bodies don’t all process caffeine in the same way. It also depends on our sleep quality and the dose of caffeine.

What effects can caffeine have on our bodies? How is decaf actually produced? What about the benefits of drinking coffee? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠What is the 12 week method for achieving your goals?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Can this budgeting method help us save better?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Is taking milk with coffee good for you?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 21/07/2022

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What are the warning signs of a toxic friendship? Jun 20, 2026

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What are the warning signs of a toxic friendship?

Today is World Friendship Day, a chance to reflect on how important friends are in our lives. Generally speaking, having friends is a positive thing which brings us moments of fun and joy. But toxic friendships can exist too and in such cases, the relationship can be more of a burden than anything else, for one of the people involved at least! Let’s talk about some of the red flags that can help you identify them.

First things first, why is it called a toxic friendship? What are the most common toxic friend behaviours? ⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠

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⁠Do I have generalised anxiety disorder?⁠

⁠Why do friend breakups hurt so much?⁠

⁠Who are the RMT, the organisation creating massive travel disruption across the UK?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 20/7/2022

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