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Could Highlander syndrome help humans become immortal? Apr 15, 2026

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Humans have long been intrigued by the idea of achieving eternal life, and wondered whether it could ever become possible thanks to medical and technological advances. But in the case of some individuals it seems that it may even be randomly bestowed upon them. Let’s take South Korean man Shin Hyo Myung for example.

Ever since he appeared on eNews24 in 2013, he’s been used to being the centre of attention. In 2015 he then appeared in a documentary, and was widely described as a 26-year old with the appearance of a 12-year old boy. These days he’s a social media influencer, but even pictures from 2023 show him still looking like a teenager.

How do doctors explain his condition? What are the causes? So can the Highlander syndrome truly make someone immortal? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠How can you use Tinder safely?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Why do some people talk during their sleep?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What are 3 tips for developing positive thinking?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 17/4/2024

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Why do doctors advise against chewing gum? Apr 15, 2026

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Chewing gum first appeared in the United Kingdom in the year 1911, when AMerican manufacturer William Wrigley founded a British subsidiary. And it’s only become more and more popular as time with time. During World War II, American soldiers traded sticks of gum with European locals for rations.

More recently, a widely-cited estimation from the early 2000s suggested there were 28 million regular chewers in the United Kingdom, making Brits the second biggest consumers of gum in the world!

Why do people say it's bad for us then? What about oral health? There you have it, now you know why doctors advise against chewing gum! 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 Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 10/4/2024

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What threat does the Year 2038 problem pose to our computers? Apr 15, 2026

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Millennials - how well, if at all, do you remember the Y2K bug hype? Back in the 1990s, everyone was freaking out about computers crashing when the clock struck midnight on January 1st, 2000. That was because when computers were first built back in the mid-20th century, they stored years with only two digits instead of four, due to memory limitations. It was feared that when the clock ticked over from '99' to '00' in the year 2000, computers wouldn't recognise the new century and might revert to '1900'.

In the end, it turned out to be much ado about nothing - the widely predicted chaos didn’t materialise. But fast forward two decades later, and some people say we're looking at another potential computer meltdown on January 19, 2038. And at 3 hours, 14 minutes and 7 seconds past midnight, to be precise.

Why is 2038 the new date to watch out for? Is there any way to avoid this? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why are some people constantly sexually aroused ?⁠

⁠Why are we afraid of the dark?⁠

⁠Why do people consider the number seven lucky?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 8/4/2024

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What is quiet hiring? Apr 14, 2026

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After the emergence of ‘quiet quitting’, it's now the turn of quiet hiring. And although the term is relatively new, the practice is not. The term "quiet hiring" first appeared in the report "9 Future of Work Trends for 2023" published at the end of 2022 by Emily McRae, a philosophy professor in New Mexico, USA.

She explains that this phenomenon follows on from the quiet quitting craze that emerged in 2021 after the Covid-19 pandemic which saw a huge wave of resignations sweep the country with nearly 4 million people quitting their jobs every month during this period. Quiet quitters complain that their workload was too heavy for their salary and that Managers were unclear about their tasks or workload, rewarding best performance and thus pushing them to work more.

Where does it come from? But what does this have to do with quiet hiring? But doesn't that open up more opportunities? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠How does eldest daughter syndrome affect some women?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is a kakistocracy, in the world of work ?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What does vaping do to the body?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 18/4/2024

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How can you avoid bed bugs when you travel? Apr 14, 2026

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Bed bugs are small, blood-sucking insects that can infest your luggage, clothing, bedding and furniture. They are not only a nuisance, but can also cause allergic reactions, skin infections and psychological distress.

Bed bugs are not a sign of poor hygiene or low-quality accommodation; they can be found anywhere, from luxury hotels to budget hostels and since the arrival of airbnb most big cities have seen a significant increase in infestation.

So how can you prevent them from hitchhiking with you on your travels? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠How does eldest daughter syndrome affect some women?⁠

⁠What is a kakistocracy, in the world of work ?⁠

⁠What does vaping do to the body?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 12/10/2023

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Are my smart devices spying on me? Apr 14, 2026

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Smart devices can be very handy, but increasingly people are worried about exactly how smart they are, what they know and what they are doing with our data especially after a rogue Roomba ended up sharing embarrassing photos of one young woman on the toilet.

Smart devices are electronic devices or gadgets that have the ability to interact, connect and share information with other smart devices. It is often associated with the term the ‘internet of things’. The Internet of things refers to a network of devices that gather data and share information with each other through the internet. This includes things like smartphones, fitness trackers, smart tvs, smart speakers and much more.

What are smart devices? What are the advantages of smart devices? How can I protect my data from misuse? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠How does eldest daughter syndrome affect some women?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is a kakistocracy, in the world of work ?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What does vaping do to the body?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First broadcast: 17/1/2023

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How can I beat my fear of flying? Apr 13, 2026

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Have you ever had a holiday coming up, and rather than being excited about it, you just can’t get over the apprehension and anxiety you get when you think about flying?

And it only gets worse when you get to the airport, and onto the plane, doesn’t it? We’re talking clammy hands, a racing heartbeat, and a feeling of being constantly on-edge. Aviophobia, or an intense fear of flying, is actually one of the most common phobias out there, with estimates suggesting it affects between 10% and 40% of people to some degree.

How can you begin to manage that fear then? So what can I do on the day of my flight? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What should I do with expired medicines?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What is Quantum medicine and is it a scam?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Why is physical contact important for our health?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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How can I beat Monday morning syndrome? Apr 13, 2026

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As the sun sets on this rainy Sunday evening, reality sinks in. You didn't quite muster the energy to venture out, and now it's back to the grindstone. Tomorrow's Monday, signalling the return to work, and with it, a familiar wave of anxiety known as Monday morning syndrome, or the Monday blues.

It's not officially recognised by the medical community, but many people identify with those feelings. A study conducted by Korean researchers in 2010 found that levels of stress hormone cortisol are at their highest on Mondays and Tuesdays, adding weight to the connection. But fear not, battling this weekly struggle isn't as daunting as it seems.

Where can I start in shaking off those Monday blues then ? What are the best ways to bounce back swiftly ? What if I’m still feeling stuck after that ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Why do dogs often look like their owners?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How can I free myself from negative thoughts?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Is intermittent fasting good for your health?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 25/3/2024

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Is taking milk with coffee good for you? Apr 13, 2026

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Coffee purists tend to look down on the likes of the latte, cappuccino and mocha, suggesting that only black coffee is the real deal.

They often double down by saying that drinking coffee with milk causes bloating and messes with digestion. But a recent study from the University of Copenhagen found that it might actually be beneficial for our health, after all.

How so? Is the link proven then? It should help to change some people’s mindsets though, shouldn’t it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Could the five-minute coffee check-in save your relationship?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is quiet hiring?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What are the three types of female orgasm?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 13/5/2025

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How did broccoli freckles become a beauty trend? Apr 12, 2026

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Anyone who uses Tiktok knows that you can stumble across some pretty random stuff on there. I mean, all of us have our own algorithm-tailored For You page, but still the latest wacky trends tend to get served to us whether we’ve viewed similar content or not.

The Broccoli Freckles trend is a case in point. Iif you haven’t already heard of it, you could be forgiven for thinking it’s got something to do with food. But that’s actually not the case - in reality it’s a beauty hack! And it really started taking off on Tiktok in the first few months of 2024. At the time of recording, there have been over 60m related posts.

Where does the broccoli part come from then? Well, it's natural at least, isn’t it? I don’t get it: how have freckles come back into fashion all of a sudden? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Is the gut really our "second brain"?⁠

⁠What's the best way to cut your toenails?⁠

⁠Who is US presidential candidate "Literally Anybody Else"?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 29/4/2024

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