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Why is panto a Christmas tradition in the UK? Dec 21, 2025

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Panto, short for pantomime, has become a staple of British Christmas celebrations but surprisingly its origins are neither British or Christmassy. It has its roots in the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia, which was celebrated in December and involved dressing up as the opposite gender, swapping roles, and having a lot of fun.

The word ‘pantomime’ comes from the Latin ‘pantomimus’, which means ‘actor who plays every role’. The Romans also had a tradition of performing plays called mummia, which were based on stories from Egypt.

How did panto come to Britain? What are some of the earliest examples of panto in Britain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What were the Most Shocking Moments of the Turner Prize?⁠

⁠What's really in vegan meat substitutes?⁠

⁠Which are the dirtiest parts of our bodies?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 14/12/2023

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Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for you? Dec 21, 2025

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he last two and a half years have caused a lot of us to reassess our priorities in life. Are we really living our lives to the full? Are there new experiences that we should be trying out? Within that context, an alternative nomadic lifestyle called vanlife has seen a resurgence.

It’s been around since the 1960s, when hippies would travel across the United States in vans. But social media has made it trendy again, and in particular Instagram where the #vanlife hashtag has over 13 million posts. Essentially, vanlife is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: living in a van. It’s a minimalist lifestyle, which also grants the freedom to travel and be adventurous.

What are some of the coolest things about vanlife? How do I know if the van lifestyle is for me? ⁠⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠⁠

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⁠⁠How does Paris syndrome affect some visitors to the French capital?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Can I get health benefits from masturbation?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How have dating apps broken into the friendship market?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 25/8/2022

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How can I avoid the side effects of antibiotics? Dec 21, 2025

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Antibiotics are critical to modern medicine, and have saved millions of lives since first being introduced in the mid-20th century. However, there are drawbacks to prescribing antibiotics when they’re not actually required.

Of course there’s the issue of antibiotic resistance, which is seen as a major threat to human health. And there are also unwanted side effects of antibiotic use to take into account. After all, they don’t only target the bacteria that are making us sick. They also kill harmless bacteria in the gut which actually keep us healthy. What’s more, according to MedicalXpress.com, “this disruption to gut microbiome composition can last for up to two years after antibiotic treatment.” Other side effects include diarrhea and bloating.

Is there anything we can do to protect our gut? Can antibiotics also lead to yeast infections? Do I have to go right to the end of my course of antibiotics? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Why does walking through doorways make us forget things?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Will ChatGPT replace Google?⁠⁠

⁠⁠What is the loverboy method Andrew Tate is accused of using?⁠⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast. Written and produced by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 28/1/2023

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Why does Christmas boost our libido? Dec 20, 2025

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According to a study published in the Scientific Reports journal in 2017, the holiday season sees a peak in sex-related searches on Google and Twitter. The researchers behind the study also identified an increase in birth rates in late September, in other words nine months after Christmas of the previous year.

So the evidence is there: for many of us, sexual desire increases at Christmas time. The study was called “Human Sexual Cycles are Driven by Culture and Match Collective Moods”, suggesting there’s something about our mood during the holiday season. And it’s not just Christmas.

What’s the science behind all that then? Does it apply to other culture holidays? Christmas can also be a stressful period though, can’t it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠At which time of day do we burn the most calories?⁠

⁠Why does the cold make us need to pee?⁠

⁠How can I meditate without meditating?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 21/12/2022

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Is the body positivity movement over? Dec 19, 2025

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Body positivity, once the rallying cry for self-acceptance and diversity, championed the idea that all bodies deserve recognition. Born online and amplified by social media, it pushed back against the narrow beauty standards long set by fashion and advertising.

But in 2025, there’s a sense that the tide may be turning perhaps even back toward a pre-body positivity mindset.

So, how did this movement begin? So why is body positivity now losing momentum? And what about fashion - is it still inclusive? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What are 3 tips for developing positive thinking?

Why do we put on weight when in a relationship?

⁠Could zero dates make your love life more efficient?⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

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Why are Christmas adverts so moving? Dec 18, 2025

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John Lewis has released its annual Christmas advert; entitled ‘The Beginner.’ It follows the progress of a middle aged man as he slowly, painfully and determinedly learns how to skateboard.

The montage ends by revealing that he is doing all this to make his foster daughter feel welcome when she comes to stay with them for Christmas. It's touching and, for all but the most cold hearted, brings a tear to the eye. You might expect a company to release an advert at Christmas to promote their products. However, research conducted by Princeton University shows that stories are easier to remember than facts so an advert that tells a story is much more likely to be more memorable.

Why is John Lewis appealing to our hearts? What are some famous Christmas ads? What makes a successful Christmas advert? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠How to exercise safely when the weather is cold?⁠

⁠How can I take part in Giving Tuesday?⁠

⁠Why do people R-bomb in the dating world?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

Date de première diffusion : 1 décembre 2022

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How does "death cleaning" help you declutter your life? Dec 18, 2025

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Back in 2010, Japanese writer Mari Kondo changed how we think about organisation and decluttering with her bestseller The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up. Behind the book’s grand title is a simple premise: anything that doesn’t bring you joy should be thrown away.

Since then, a new and somewhat similar trend caught on in the late 2010s: death cleaning. It’s mainly designed for people entering the final stages of their life, and making sure they don’t overboard before passing away. People started talking about death cleaning in 2018, when Stockholm-based artist and widow Margareta Magnusson published a book called The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning. Since then, the trend has started catching on. The name comes from the Swedish döstädning: a combination of the word “dö”, which means death, and “standing”, which means cleaning.

How did Magnusson come up with the term? Where does death cleaning fit in alongside other minimalist trends? From what age do people start death cleaning? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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⁠What is a faecal transplant?⁠

⁠What is BookTok?⁠

⁠What is the romance gap?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 12/8/2022

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How can I stop being a people pleaser? Dec 18, 2025

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Did you get roped into taking care of your neighbour's dog again? End up laughing at a colleague’s awkward joke about your outfit? Or say yes to a last-minute task that your boss dropped on you out of nowhere? Your instinct may have been screaming "no," but as usual, you found yourself chuckling uncomfortably and reluctantly saying "yes" through clenched teeth.

This compulsion to avoid disappointing others is known as "people-pleasing." For some, the joy derived from pleasing others can end up being a real problem, posing a threat to both physical and mental well-being.

So how can I break free then? Are you saying I literally can’t please everyone then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠How can you protect yourself from being mugged?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How to use less water?⁠⁠

⁠⁠How did Covid lead to the emergence of meta cities?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 5/2/2024

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Why are social media algorithms so dangerous to young people? Dec 17, 2025

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Beyond dancing, comedy and cute cat videos, social media sometimes hides a darker reality.

The algorithms that control what we see on those apps are meant to personalise the experience, but they can at times throw up problematic or even dangerous content, and that’s particularly true for younger users.

How is that possible? Is TikTok’s algorithm any worse than that of other social networks? Is pornography the only kind of problematic content being served up? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How are social media influencers making money through rage baiting?

How can social media exposure lead to vicarious trauma?

What are parasocial relationships, the one-sided connections between celebs and their fans?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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Why do people become kleptomaniacs? Dec 17, 2025

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It might only affect between 0.3% and 0.6% of the population, but still public awareness of kleptomania is pretty strong. It’s come to our attention through portrayals in films and TV series over the years, as well as real-life examples of Hollywood celebrities being prone to it despite all their riches.

So the chances are you already know that kleptomania is a behavioural disorder which sees people feel an intense urge to steal. Often the item being stolen doesn’t hold any great financial or sentimental value, and like with Hollywood celebs, the kleptomaniac probably doesn’t even need it. What’s more, they’re generally even aware that what they’re doing is wrong. It’s just that the temptation to steal is so strong that they can’t resist.

What’s actually going on in the brain of someone that has kleptomania? Is kleptomania treatable? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What is omphalophobia, the fear of belly buttons?⁠

⁠Do I need to take vitamin D supplements?⁠

⁠What is a ‘sandwich employee’?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 18/11/2024

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