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What is Lima Syndrome? Mar 01, 2026

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You may have heard of Stockholm Syndrome, which is when a hostage or a victim develops a positive bond with their captor or abuser. But did you know that there is an opposite of Stockholm Syndrome, which sees that dynamic flipped? It’s called Lima Syndrome.

The rare and intriguing phenomenon is named after the Peruvian capital city of Lima. It emerged in the context of a turbulent period in Peruvian history. Lima Syndrome isn’t necessarily a pathological condition, but it highlights the complexity of human emotions and the power dynamics at play in hostage situations.

Where does the name come from? When did we first observe this syndrome ? Why does it happen? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What 5 foods can improve brain performance?⁠

⁠Why do we put on weight when in a relationship?⁠

⁠How can I save on my water bill?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 28/6/2023

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Why do some people sleep with their mouths open? Mar 01, 2026

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Let’s be honest, sleeping with an open mouth isn’t the most graceful of images, but in reality it’s pretty common. If you’ve ever woken up with a dry mouth or a puddle of drool on your pillow, maybe it happened to you.

One of the reasons is because the muscles in our face stay tense throughout the day, but relax when we go to sleep. People sleep with their mouths open when they breathe through their mouths, and there are actually a number of reasons why that happens!

Is it not just down to gravity then? Does mouth breathing have any health consequences? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How does pollution affect my mental health?

What is the soft evening concept from Tiktok?

What is Hugh Jackman’s 85% rule?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 13/10/2023

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Is running actually bad for our joints and bones? Mar 01, 2026

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Running is one of the most common forms of exercise, and it makes sense when you think about it. You can do it more or less anywhere and equipment costs are relatively low.

But many people say running is bad for the human body, whether it be the back, knees or just bones in general. It’s often associated with an increased risk of developing osteoarthritis, a common joint disease. So is there any truth behind these assumptions? We’ve looked at a number of scientific studies to find out the facts.

Where does running get its bad reputation from then? Why do so many runners end up getting injured then? 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: 22.07.2022

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How does viagra work? Feb 28, 2026

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Ever since it hit the market, the little blue pill known as viagra has transformed the sex lives of millions of couples around the world. Viagra was developed by pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, and was first made available to the American public soon after FDA approval in March 1998. Within just two weeks, 15,000 prescriptions had been written in the United States.

An article published in the Pharmaceutical Journal in 2017 stated that at that time it had “been prescribed for more than 64 million men worldwide”, while a report by The Guardian from the same year said that the stigma around erectile dysfunction had faded, citing NHS figures which showed that viagra prescriptions had nearly tripled over the preceding decade.

How was viagra created? How does Viagra affect men's libido? Is Viagra suitable for all men? 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: 25/5/2024

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What is Bregret? Feb 28, 2026

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It’s been just over three years since Brexit came into effect and the latest YouGov poll from late February 2023 suggests that 53% of Brits now think it was wrong for the UK to leave the EU.

The infamous 2016 Brexit referendum exposed deep divisions within British society, which have only deepened since. Three prime ministers have come and gone since, and current PM Rishi Sunak is facing an unprecedented crisis, with the UK seemingly on the brink of economic and social implosion. Now Brexit is of course a portmanteau term in itself, which has led people to create other neologisms around the subject, including “Bregret”, a combination of Brexit and “regret”.

What does the population think of Brexit in 2023? What are the economic consequences of Brexit so far? How can the United Kingdom get back on track? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠How can I reduce damp and mould in your home?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Why do I get vertigo?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How can I sleep well with a blocked nose?⁠⁠

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

First Broadcast: 15/3/2023

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How does FOFO lead to late medical diagnoses? Feb 27, 2026

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Have you ever felt anxious about going to see the doctor? Maybe the thought of a needle or having a tooth pulled makes you tense. Well that's pretty common but for some people, the fear of medical appointments goes much deeper and it can lead to what's become known as FOFO.

The colloquial abbreviation stands for a Fear Of Finding Out, and it’s usually used in relation to a person's fear of discovering they have a health problem. For some, that fear is so strong that they put off appointments or avoid screenings altogether, worried that the doctor might find something serious.

Why would someone feel that way? Can FOFO affect anyone? 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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Is putting on less heating a way to save money and be healthier? Feb 27, 2026

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The average British household usually puts on their central heating by October 24, according to British Gas. But this year, thanks to soaring energy costs, and a mild winter it may well be later. Turning down your heating can have real savings.

The Energy Saving Trust calculates that turning your thermostat down from 20c to 19c should cut your energy bill by around 10 per cent. But as well as saving money there are possible health benefits. According to a study carried out by the Garvan Institute of Medical Research in Australia spending time in an environment at 19° increases your ‘brown fat’. This is unlike normal fat, because it is packed with mitochondria which act like mini power stations, turning food into energy.

What are the health benefits? Should we go lower than 19°? Should anyone not turn down the temperature? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Can you get rid of cellulite?⁠

⁠Do you know about home design maximalism?⁠

⁠What is toxic positivity?⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 15/11/2022

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What’s the point of flight mode? Feb 27, 2026

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Those are no doubt familiar instructions if you’ve ever taken a plane. Today's topic is one that has been a part of our digital lives for quite some time: Flight Mode. Have you ever wondered why this feature exists on our devices, and what purpose it serves beyond just flying on airplanes?

The main function of Flight Mode is to disable your device's cellular radio. This includes the mobile network as well as 4G or 5G connections. That of course means you can’t receive voice calls or text messages.

Why do we have to activate it when flying then ? Is Flight Mode beneficial for health? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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⁠How can I best preserve food in my freezer ?⁠

⁠What are the biggest misconceptions on beating heatwaves?⁠

⁠What is a salt tooth ?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 23/7/2023.

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How does the Matthew Effect help us understand class inequalities? Feb 26, 2026

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“The rich get richer and the poor get poorer”, the saying goes. And there’s actually a name for that phenomenon: the Matthew Effect. The term was first coined by sociologists Robert K. Merton and Harriet Zuckerman in 1968, in relation to how “already eminent scientists were given disproportionate credit in cases of collaboration or of independent multiple discoveries.”

In other words, if a group of scientists made a discovery together, with equal input, the most famous one would tend to get the most credit. Unfair, right? But sadly true! The Matthew Effect was not limited to scientific citations. Other researchers found that it also applied to wealth and status in society.

Where does the Matthew part come from? How do rich people get richer? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why are some people clumsier than others?⁠

⁠What is Quantum medicine and is it a scam?⁠

⁠How to follow the beach flag system?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 10/5/2023

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Are budget food brands really worth the savings they offer? Feb 26, 2026

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In September 2023, UK consumer watchdog Which published research showing just how much cheaper budget brands can be. One striking example was the price of rice at Asda. Shoppers could get 1kg of Asda Just Essentials rice for 52 pence, while the store’s standard own-brand Easy Cook Long Grain White Rice was £1.80 for the same quantity. That’s 246% more.

Similar cases were found at supermarkets like Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Morrison’s, on staple foods like baked beans, spaghetti and tea bags. The cost of living crisis has seen a lot of people switch to budget food brands in order to save. And an early 2023 survey by Attest found that 70.2% of Brits plan to stick with own-label brands, rather than reverting to premium options.

What counts as a budget food brand? Are the products of good enough quality? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Why is funflation causing us to spend more on live entertainment?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Are gas cookers dangerous?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How do I know if I'm allergic to gluten?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 26/11/2023

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