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Why is there such a taboo over the prostate? Jun 09, 2026

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The prostate is a male organ that's situated right above the bladder, in front of the rectum. It's a small gland the size of a chestnut that plays a fundamental role in the reproductive system. It produces the protastic fluids that ensure the maturation and survival of sperm.

The prostate is also an incredibly erogenous zone, though it's not often explored amongst heterosexual men. Psychoanalyst and sex therapist Alain Héril for Slate said that: "The simulation of this gland over the course of a prostatic massage provokes a very particular pleasure. This massage can be done using hands or specific sextoys. The prospate is also a very fragile organ, so it's important to get it check - especially as you get older.

Why is it important to get my prostate checked? How can I avoid prostate cancer? How can I take care of this organ on the daily? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Should I take part in Buy Nothing Day?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How to buy second hand gifts?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How can I stay trendy buying only second hand clothes?⁠⁠

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

First broadcast: 28/11/2022

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What is the optimism bias? Jun 08, 2026

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Today we're going to talk about a cognitive bias that causes people to believe, often mistakenly, that they are less likely to experience negative events and more likely to experience positive events than others. Estimates suggest that 80% of us display what’s known as the optimism bias.

For example, we might think that we are less likely to get sick, lose our job, or have a car accident than the average person. We might also think that we are more likely to live longer, be successful, or win the lottery than others.

Why do we have such a bias? And how does it affect our decisions and actions? What are the drawbacks of optimism bias? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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⁠⁠Is it bad to hold in your pee?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Why does looking at the sun make me sneeze?⁠⁠

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

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast : 7/6/2023

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Why do we spend more when we pay by card? Jun 08, 2026

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It’s no surprise, especially if you tend to reach for your card instead of cash. But if you sometimes spend without thinking, your card may be part of the reason.

A 2025 meta-analysis found that people consistently spend more when paying by card than with cash. Unlike a single study, it combines results from multiple studies to give a more reliable picture. Here, it draws on 71 studies across 17 countries, with more than 11,000 participants, making the conclusion particularly solid.

Does contactless payment make things even worse? How can you stay in control of your spending? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Does money really make us happy?

Could the 6-1 method help you save money on groceries?

Could loud budgeting help you save money ?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

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Is it bad to hold in your pee? Jun 08, 2026

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I’m sure you can imagine a few scenarios in which you might have resisted the need to pee in the past. It may have been due to the toilets being unclean or closed. Sometimes, a little more privacy would be appreciated, especially at work, for example.

There are a number of factors which influence the number of times we pee over the course of a day. These include age, bladder size, the weather, any medication we’re taking, what we drink and the amount we drink for example. Pregnant women also tend to pee more often. On average though, we go to the toilet between four and seven times a day.

What explains urinating very frequently or infrequently? Can holding in pee lead to a urinary tract infection? What should you do when you have difficulty holding in urine? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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⁠⁠What is limb lengthening, the cosmetic procedure going viral on social media?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Where does Mother’s day come from?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is ergophobia, the fear which can throw our careers off track?⁠⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 5/6/2024

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How can I save on my water bill? Jun 07, 2026

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2022 marked the driest summer in nearly 30 years according to the UK government. And authorities felt the need to bring in a hosepipe ban across Kent and Sussex, which came into effect from 26th June.

Back in April, a National Drought Group spokesperson said that Britain won’t be able to “rely on the weather alone” to sustain water levels, and that preparations were being made to reduce the drought risk. It was also suggested that households should focus on saving water to help the efforts. An additional benefit when doing so is that it could help you save money on your water bill. That’s all the more relevant when you consider that as of 1st April, the average annual water bill rose by £31 to hit £448.

Isn’t water free? Why do I have to pay for it? So, what are the best ways of saving ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Do tongue scrapers actually help with bad breath?⁠

⁠Do our brains really tell the whole story about us?⁠

⁠How can heatwaves impact our mental health?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 25/06/2023

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What are earworms, the songs we just can't get out of our heads? Jun 07, 2026

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Have you ever had a song stuck in your head for hours or even days? One that pops up randomly and repeats itself over and over again? Let’s take a moment to explore what earworms are, what they have in common, what causes them, and how they can affect our health.

An earworm is a catchy tune that invades your brain and refuses to leave. The term actually comes from the German word ohrwurm. According to ABC.net.au, it was first used in English by author Desmond Bagley,in his 1978 novel Flyaway.

What do earworm songs have in common ? What causes an earworm song to come into your head ? How can we get rid of an earworm song if we don't want it in our head? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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⁠What is 12-3-30, the viral Tiktok workout?⁠

⁠Where does Father's Day come from?⁠

⁠Why do we get pins and needles?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 19/6/2023

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Aquamation : what are the advantages of being buried in water? Jun 07, 2026

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Until recently when confronted with arranging a funeral there has been a choice between burial or cremation. However, in parts of the US, Canada and soon the UK a third choice can be possible.

Aquamation or as it is known technically “alkaline hydrolysis” is an alternative to traditional burials. The body of the deceased is placed in a pressurised stainless steel vessel and immersed in a mixture of water and alkali for three to four hours and heated to around 150C. During the process all the material is broken down leaving only the inorganic bone minerals which are then processed into powder and returned to the family in an urn.

What is aquamation? What is the advantage of aquamation? What are the disadvantages of aquamation? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What are the best holiday destinations?⁠

⁠How can you manage your anger better?⁠

⁠Why are famous women being targeted by transvestigations?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 2/2/2023

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Who are the "never coviders" that have scientists fascinated? Jun 06, 2026

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During the early months of the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us managed to avoid getting infected by following social distancing and hand hygiene guidelines. But the virus caught up with most people sooner or later, even those who were particularly cautious.

And yet there are some people out there who have still never had Covid, three and a half years since it emerged. Scientists believe some of them may be naturally immune, thanks to their genetic make-up.

Is that the same as being asymptomatic ? How can we identify them ? Are we sure that there are people out there who are immune to Covid ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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⁠What is the war on wee?⁠

⁠Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?⁠

⁠How can we choose the right sunscreen product?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 2/7/2023

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What is the war on wee? Jun 06, 2026

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Public urination has long been a nuisance in the United Kingdom, as it is in many other countries. But it’s really gotten worse in the last few years, and that’s down to the Covid-19 crisis in particular. British authorities decided to close public toilets for hygiene reasons.

And that’s actually exacerbated a longer-term trend, which has seen around 50% of public toilets closed in the last decade, according to the managing director of the British Toilet Association, as quoted by The Guardian. And public toileting is actually a health problem in itself. After all, urine can erode buildings and create pollution. It’s prompted cities around the world to clamp down, in a phenomenon media outlets have playfully labelled the “war on wee”.

What are authorities doing to deter people? What creative solutions have been seen? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?⁠

⁠What is domotics, the technology behind smart homes?⁠

⁠What is Lima Syndrome?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 30/6/2023

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Why do we put on weight when in a relationship? Jun 06, 2026

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The subject of today’s episode is something that’s happened to many of us. You meet someone special, start spending a lot of time together and gradually fall in love. You go out for romantic dinners, you order takeout and watch Netflix on the couch. You’re so caught up feeling happy and comfortable with your partner, that you don't worry too much about your appearance.

Research has suggested that relationship weight gain is a real thing. A 2013 survey by Diet Chef found that over 60% of us put on weight when in a comfortable relationship. SON - augmentation It's not just because we eat more or exercise less. There are actually several factors that can contribute to the phenomenon

What happened ? What are the best ways of preventing or reversing relationship weight gain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠What are the biggest misconceptions on beating heatwaves?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What are the health benefits of using sex toys?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Which foods should I avoid after their expiry date?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 26/6/2023

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