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How can I improve my sense of direction? Apr 09, 2026

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Many of us feel completely disoriented at times, and are afraid of getting lost, whether in the middle of the city, in the forest, when travelling or in the car. In an age where GPS reigns supreme, many of us have become overly reliant on technology. Yet, there’s a growing desire to hone our natural navigational skills and understand the brain’s role in guiding us.

What we call our "sense of direction" is the result of a calculation by our brain, based on data such as leg movement or walking speed, and external information such as visual cues. The brain therefore processes a huge amount of information via two main areas: the hippocampus, which is involved in the memory process and navigation, and the prefrontal cortex, which manages decision-making and planning.

Why are some people better at finding their way around? And what about the age-old debate: Do women have a poorer sense of direction? What can we do to improve our spatial orientation? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Why are brownouts getting more and more common in the work world?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Which are the dirtiest parts of our bodies?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Why do we hiccup?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 19/6/2025

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How often should you wash your jeans? Apr 08, 2026

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It’s a common habit to toss our jeans into the laundry after a single wear, but is that really necessary? Turns out, giving your denim a break from frequent washes might be a smarter move.

Well, according to Medisite, washing isn’t always kind to your beloved blues. The key to maintaining your denim’s durability is a cooler, gentler approach: wash them inside out, at a low temperature, and with a soft spin cycle. As for drying, skip the tumble dryer to prevent shrinking and warping—air drying on a rack, upside down, is the way to go. And ironing? Best to avoid it to keep those fibres intact.

Does this mean you should never wash your jeans? But really, how practical is this advice? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Can you eat eggs everyday?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is Lucky Girl syndrome, this new method that is all the rage on Tik Tok?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Which type of wine is best for your health?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 30/5/2024

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Which type of wine is best for your health? Apr 08, 2026

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When it comes to health, many people wonder which type of wine can most easily be enjoyed without needing to worry about negative health consequences. First things first, I hate to be a party pooper but let’s be clear: there’s no kind of alcohol that is actually “good” for your health.

So red wine does contain some antioxidants, which have reported health benefits. But senior dietitian and British Heart Foundation spokesperson Victoria Taylor says that “while it is often included in the traditional diet, it isn’t an essential part and should be drunk in moderation.”

So are dry reds the healthiest option then? What about rosé then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠How is micro-feminism helping women combat workplace sexism?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Is a white tongue unhealthy?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is the great unretirement?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 27/5/2024

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Could assisted dying become legal in the UK? Apr 07, 2026

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Assisted dying is the term used to describe the practice of helping a person who is terminally ill or suffering from an incurable condition to end their own life, usually by providing them with the means to do so, such as lethal drugs. It is currently illegal in the UK under the Suicide Act 1961, which makes it a criminal offence to assist or encourage another person to commit suicide. The maximum penalty is 14 years in prison.

It is a highly contentious and emotive issue that raises ethical, legal, medical and religious questions. Supporters of assisted dying argue that it is a matter of personal choice and autonomy, and that people who are suffering from unbearable pain or distress should have the right to end their lives with dignity and compassion.

Why is assisted dying controversial? What is the current situation in the UK? What is the public opinion on assisted dying? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why is generative AI set to explode in 2024?⁠

⁠Is being delulu a good thing?⁠

⁠Should you be reducing salt in your diet?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 23/1/2024

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What are some of the more unusual Royal servants jobs from the past? Apr 07, 2026

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You might think that working for the Queen or any other member of the Royal family is a glamorous and prestigious job, but not all positions within the British Royal Household are as glamorous as they sound.

Some of them are downright weird, and some of them no longer exist. An exhibition opening in Kensington palace from March ‘Untold Lives: A Palace at Work’ hopes to bring to life these forgotten professionals who kept the palace running.

What are some roles that no longer exist? What are some unusual roles that still exist? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What’s the meaning of rizz, the 2023 word of the year?⁠

⁠Can we really multitask effectively?⁠

⁠What is the Honours list and who is on it this year?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 18/1/2024

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Could custobots do our shopping for us in a few years time? Apr 07, 2026

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The subject of today’s episode is a form of technology that’s halfway between artificial intelligence and blockchain. What’s more, American technology consulting company Gartner included it in its list of the Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2024.

The word is a combination of "customer" and "robot." Gartner say that custobot systems are capable of autonomously negotiating and purchasing goods and services in exchange for payment. They’re intelligent enough to behave like customers, buying services and supplies for both their owners and themselves.

Do you have any concrete examples of how one could use a custobot? Is there any use for regular people? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What’s the meaning of rizz, the 2023 word of the year?⁠

⁠Can we really multitask effectively?⁠

⁠What is the Honours list and who is on it this year?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 19/1/2024

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How do I know if I'm ready to find love? Apr 06, 2026

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Opening oneself up to love sounds pretty simple. And yet, many people say they want it while still protecting themselves without realising. You see, being open to love isn’t just about wanting a relationship because you fear being alone or because you long for connection.

So what’s the real difference between wanting love and genuinely being ready for it? We often look for in love what we have lost elsewhere: security, recognition, meaning.The desire for a relationship can sometimes hide a need to heal. Being ready to love, then, is about meeting someone without expecting them to fix what is broken in us.

Are you saying someone has to be fully healed before entering a new relationship? So how can you tell if you’re in the right frame of mind then? 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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What are the risks of anal sex? Apr 06, 2026

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Anal sex has become more and more popular in recent years, and that’s true for young people in particular. In August 2022, The Guardian reported on a survey conducted by National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyle, which found that 28.5% of 16 to 24-year-olds were engaging in anal sex, up from a previous figure of just 12.5% from “recent decades”.

Anal sex doesn’t come without its risks though. For one thing, doing it unprotected carries significantly higher risks of sexually transmitted infection, including HIV. According to the NHS, that’s because “the lining of the anus is thin and can easily be damaged”.

What kind of other issues are we talking about? Why are more people having anal sex than before? What’s the safest way to have anal? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Why are famous women being targeted by transvestigations?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is premium mediocre - the illusion of luxury?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Is your employer tracking you while you work from home?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 22/5/2024

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Why are so many people suffering from AI anxiety? Apr 05, 2026

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A Pew Research Center survey from August 2023 found that 52% of respondents were more concerned than excited about AI in daily life, compared with just 10% who felt the opposite. It’s not surprising really when you think about it; after all, things that we don’t understand tend to both fascinate and frighten in equal measure.

It’s only very recently that AI has started becoming part of many people’s everyday lives, and it’s still hard to predict its full impact in the future. The growing unease around artificial intelligence is known as AI anxiety, and that’s a term we’re only going to hear more and more about in years to come.

What exactly is AI anxiety? Why does that prospect worry so many people? How can I best manage my AI anxiety? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠How to protect your art from AI exploitation?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Will AI steal my job?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Could AI ever be able to offer therapy?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 1/1/2025

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Why do dogs often look like their owners? Apr 05, 2026

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Numerous archaeological findings have suggested that dogs were the first animals to be domesticated by humans over 20,000 years ago. So it’s little surprise that in this day and age, 29% of UK adults own a dog. That’s according to 2023 data from vet charity PDSA.

If you have a dog, you may have been told that you share physical characteristics with it, a sort of family resemblance if you like. Well, as it turns out, this popular belief might be more than just a myth.

Is there any scientific evidence behind that ? But how does this all add up ? What about other types of pet animals ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠How can I free myself from negative thoughts?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Is intermittent fasting good for your health?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Why do our fingers wrinkle in water?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcasting 22 of march 2024

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