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What is ecological debt? May 22, 2026

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Let’s take a moment to consider a concept which highlights both the scale of the climate crisis and inequalities between different areas of the world. Discussions around ecological debt are closely linked to that of overshoot and the overuse of planet Earth's resources.

Every year we continue to consume too many resources, and pollute the planet. If we consider that as mounting ecological debt, let’s say we’re now paying interest. It takes the form of extreme weather events, food shortages, the disappearance of other species, unremedied environmental degradation and the buildup of CO2 in the atmosphere. All this ecological debt is carried forward to future generations.

Is there another definition of ecological debt then? Is there a division between North and South? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What is attachment theory?⁠

⁠What is the best time of year to find work?⁠

⁠How can I beat a hangover?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 3/6/2022

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Why should you be happy to see spiders in your home? May 21, 2026

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What's your relationship with spiders like? Some people are pretty terrified of them, and for many their first reaction is to grab something to squash them with.

Most likely, encountering spiders at home is a regular occurrence, and they're actually more beneficial than you might think.

Aren’t they dangerous though? What are the benefits of having spiders in my home then? Why do they come into my house? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠How do you build up your brain power?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Which flights are most likely to be hit by turbulence?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Which clothes help us sleep best?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 7/6/2024

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What is de-extinction? May 20, 2026

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What is de-extinction?

The process of de-extinction is all about bringing extinct species back to life. It became known in the 2010s, thanks to an ambitious plan from American geneticist George Church, who dreamed of resurrecting the woolly mammoth, an animal which has been extinct for 3700 years. Fast forward to the 2020s and Church’s bioscience startup Colossal is now eding closer towards making that a reality. As of March 2022, Colossal announced that it had raised a total of $75M for the project.

Is it really possible to revive extinct animal species? Why would we want to bring extinct species back to life? How is the idea of de-extinction being received by the scientific community? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠What are happy hormones?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is erectile dysfunction?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Who are Arcade Fire?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 10/05/2022

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How do aeroplanes fly? May 20, 2026

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Have you ever been on an aeroplane and wondered how on earth a vehicle weighing tens of thousands of kilograms can even take off, let alone stay in the air for hours on end?

Well, whatever the type of plane is, the basic principle is pretty much the same. It has to overcome the pull of gravity, the force that draws everything towards Earth’s centre.

What does an aeroplane need to fly then? How so? How does speed create lift then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Can you really lose weight by walking?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How can you save money on your food bill?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Could mate poaching be a threat to your relationship?⁠⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 7/9/2024

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Can a messy desk help some people work better? May 20, 2026

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“If a cluttered desk is a sign of a cluttered mind, of what, then, is an empty desk a sign?”. If you’re obsessed with having a tidy work environment, you may want to consider that that quote comes from none other than Albert Einstein, one of the most renowned geniuses in human history.

Given that Mark Twain, Thomas Edison, and even Steve Jobs were also known for working in messy environments, you might be asking yourself whether it’s time to start letting your own desk get a little more cluttered.

Have there been any studies on whether a messy or tidy desk is best? Why are some people messier than others to start with? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Could the deep work technique help me concentrate better at work?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is coffee badging in the workplace?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is the placebo effect and how does it work?⁠⁠

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

First Broadcast: 13/9/2024

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Is staying friends with an ex really a good idea? May 19, 2026

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Most of us have to go through a painful breakup at some point in our life. Even if you thought you’d found your soulmate, started planning a grand future together and so on, sometimes things simply don’t work out.

Maybe your partner ended it unexpectedly, or maybe you did so yourself. But one question that often rears its head is whether it’s a good idea to remain friends after the breakup. It might be tempting at the start in particular, to avoid completely cutting an important person out of your life, especially if the friendship is authentic.

How can you tell if staying friends is really possible? Is it OK if I just don’t want to remain friends at all? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Why do children have imaginary friends?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Is sleeping naked good for you?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What are umbrella species?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 20/4/2025

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Is it really good to drink coffee every morning? May 19, 2026

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If the mere smell of a good cup of coffee is enough to get you out of bed, you might want to rethink your early morning ritual.

According to nutritionists, drinking coffee right after waking up can have harmful effects. While you might rely on it to wake you up and give you energy, consuming it this early can actually make you more tired.

Isn’t coffee a stimulant? What happens when you drink coffee on an empty stomach? What should you drink in the morning? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Is it bad to drink coffee after 4pm?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Is taking milk with coffee good for you?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is coffee badging in the workplace?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 1/10/2024

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Who was the real Count of Monte Cristo? May 19, 2026

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French novelist Alexandre Dumas first published The Count of Monte Cristo as a novel in 1844, and it went on to gain a reputation as one of the most compelling stories ever written.

It was adapted into film at least nine different times between 1912 and 2002, according to Wikipedia, not to mention a couple of notable miniseries along the way, and even a Simpsons parody episode.

What’s the story about? Was the character based on anyone from real life? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Has the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle finally been solved?⁠

⁠What are the worst Everest tragedies?⁠

⁠Why do web addresses start with www?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 4/10/2024

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How to choose the best detergent? May 18, 2026

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In the days of yore, clothes were scrubbed with soap, brushes, and sheer elbow grease. But today, laundry detergents have revolutionized the way we clean our garments. These modern marvels remove stains without requiring Herculean effort. But navigating the overwhelming array of choices in the detergent aisle can be overwhelming.

The French consumer magazine 60 millions de consommateurs carried out an extensive study in February 2020 to answer just this question. They scrutinized 25 different washing powder brands. Their evaluation criteria included chemical risk, environmental impact, health considerations, washing efficiency, and color preservation.

There's so much choice how do you sort through it all? What were the results? Should you make your own washing to avoid chemicals? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠⁠What threat does the Year 2038 problem pose to our computers?⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Which foods shouldn't be eaten together?⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠What is social jet lag?⁠⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 13/5/2024

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How did domestic violence become legal in Afghanistan? May 18, 2026

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Since January 2026, Afghanistan has been operating under a new Code of Criminal Procedure, and for women, the situation has deteriorated further. In some cases, the law now allows a husband to legally administer corporal punishment to his wife.

The provision comes from a new legal text introduced by the Taliban, published on January 4, 2026. The Afghan human rights NGO Rawadari obtained a copy and released an analysis later that month.

In what cases is this allowed? So where does domestic violence come in? So is domestic violence ever punished under this code? Why introduce measures like these? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠⁠What is the Fermi paradox?⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠What’s the Tinder Paradox ?⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for you?⁠⁠⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

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