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Can a night owl ever become an early bird? Dec 05, 2025

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In a world where “the early bird gets the worm,” staying up late is often mistaken for laziness or a lack of discipline. But what if it’s not about motivation at all?

It turns out, being a morning person or a night owl has little to do with willpower. As Dr. Jimmy Mohammed explains, we’re simply wired differently: some people wake up refreshed before dawn, others come alive long after sunset.

So what determines your chronotype? But what if you’re a night owl living in an early-bird world? So how can you tell if you’re out of sync? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How do I know if I sleepwalk?

Which foods will help you get a good night's sleep?

How can I wake up refreshed every morning?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

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Could zero dates make your love life more efficient? Dec 05, 2025

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In early 2023, dating site Eharmony released findings from a survey of over 1000 singletons. The research found that on average they spent 55 minutes per day logged in to the dating app, with six conversations on the go at the same time. Despite that, as many as 70% of those surveyed felt heavy dating app usage had a negative impact on their mental health.

Spending so much energy on dating can get overwhelming, but fear not. I'm here to tell you about a solution which could help you take back control of your love life: the zero date. The idea was invented back in 2018 by American entrepreneur Christina Wallace.

What’s it all about then? What’s the difference between a zero date and a regular first date then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why do mouth sounds drive some people crazy?⁠

⁠Why does Ramadan start on a different date each year?⁠

⁠How can I move house stress-free?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 15/3/2024

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What is the living dead syndrome? Dec 05, 2025

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In Tim Burton’s 2004 film “The Corpse Bride,” groom to be Victor, rehearses his wedding vows in the forest to calm his anxiety. However, he mistakenly slips the ring onto what he thinks is a tree branch but is actually the finger of Emily, the corpse of a mysterious young woman in a bridal gown. Victor then finds himself immersed in the colorful and joyful world of the dead. But it is not just fairy stories or horror movies that are interested in zombies and the dead returning to the world of the living psychiatrists are as well.

Cotard’s syndrome, also known as the ‘living dead syndrome’ is named after Jules Cotard, a 19th-century French neurologist who identified this disorder. Patients feel like wandering corpses, empty shells, convinced they are on the border between life and death.

Immortality? Even though the patients believe they are dead? Is this syndrome common? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why do mouth sounds drive some people crazy?⁠

⁠Why does Ramadan start on a different date each year?⁠

⁠How can I move house stress-free?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 19/3/2024

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What does general anesthesia do to the brain? Dec 04, 2025

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Research published in the British Journal of Anaesthesia suggested that there are nearly 3 million general anesthesia procedures in the UK each year.

You might already be aware that there are various different types of anesthesia: local, which numbs a small area of the body; regional, which numbs a larger part; and general, typically used for major or lengthy surgeries, where the patient is completely asleep. Today we’re going to be talking specifically about general anesthesia.

How exactly does it knock patients unconscious then? How does it affect the brain? Isn't it dangerous? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why should you be happy to see spiders in your home?⁠

⁠How do you build up your brain power?⁠

⁠Which flights are most likely to be hit by turbulence?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 8/6/2024

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Can the weather really influence our mood? Dec 04, 2025

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We’re only a few weeks from the official start of summer, but you wouldn’t guess it given the wet conditions that we’ve seen for most of spring 2024. According to BBC News, March, April and May 2024 have all been among the wettest on record for their respective months.

So don't put away your umbrella just yet! Beyond the obvious inconvenience of getting caught in a downpour, many people believe that bad weather directly affects their mood and health. And some people are more sensitive than others; these individuals are known as "weather-sensitive."

How do you distinguish between weather-sensitive people and the rest of the population? Are you saying that for most people the weather has no impact at all on their mood then? What’s the best way to deal with feeling down in bad weather then?

In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Could gamophobia be hurting your relationship?⁠

⁠How do I know when to end a friendship?⁠

⁠How often should I wash my hair?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 12/6/24

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Could gamophobia be hurting your relationship? Dec 04, 2025

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Committing to a romantic relationship is by its very nature a significant transition in a person’s life. And that can often be a source of stress or conflict between two partners.

For example one partner might want to move in together, get married, or have a child, while the other simply won’t entertain the thought. For some people, fear of commitment is just a way to delay decisions. But for others, it’s a genuine, panic-inducing fear that’s known as gamophobia.

Where does gamophobia come from? Could you say that we're all a little gamophobic? How can people in a relationship get over their gamophobia? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why should you be happy to see spiders in your home?⁠

⁠How do you build up your brain power?⁠

⁠Which flights are most likely to be hit by turbulence?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 10/6/2024

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Why do we get “pumpkin spice fatigue” in autumn? Dec 03, 2025

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Every year it’s the same old story: autumn arrives, the trees start shedding their leaves, and somehow we also just feel drained.

There’s less daylight, more fatigue, zero motivation and as it turns out, it’s not all in your head. This seasonal tiredness has even been given the name pumpkin spice fatigue. That’s right, like the coffee!

Why do we get so tired then? What’s the best way to shake it off then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What’s the "Cuffing Season" everyone's talking about right now?

Should I start my Christmas shopping in autumn?

How can I protect myself from winter viruses?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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Can you eat eggs everyday? Dec 03, 2025

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Whether they’re soft-boiled, fried, poached, or whipped into cakes and pies, eggs are a kitchen favorite for good reason. In the UK the average person consumes about 175 eggs per year, that’s about 3 eggs weekly.

They are packed with vitamins D, E, A, and B12, plus minerals like iron, zinc, and magnesium, making eggs a healthy choice. They’re also brimming with essential fatty acids—omega 3, 6, and 9—to support brain function and the immune system. But that’s not all: eggs are protein-rich, rivaling meat and fish. In fact two eggs equate to a modest 100-gram steak, and our bodies love these proteins, especially the 8 essential amino acids they provide.

Why are eggs good for you? But what about cholesterol? Do eggs contribute to weight gain? 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 Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 28/5/2024

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How do you build up your brain power? Dec 03, 2025

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Our brain, much like our muscles, benefits from its own form of exercise. Through dedicated training and stimulation, we can enhance our cognitive abilities, a testament to the remarkable phenomenon known as ‘neural plasticity’.

Neural plasticity is the brain’s remarkable ability to adapt and reorganise itself. According to the Foundation for Brain Research, when we encounter a new concept, our brain responds by forging fresh neural connections. With consistent practice, these connections grow stronger and more efficient, leading to improved performance.

What is Neural Plasticity? Can Intelligence Be Enhanced? What role does a healthy lifestyle play? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Can you train your brain like a muscle?⁠

⁠How often should you wash your jeans?⁠

⁠Should I walk 10000 steps a day?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 6/6/2024

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Why is swearing actually good for us? Dec 02, 2025

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Do you ever feel bad about swearing out of frustration? You know, when someone cuts in front of you while you're driving, you stub your toe or you accidentally delete an important file from your phone or PC.

Well its understandable if you want to keep your emotions under control, or not set a bad example to any children around you. But maybe you shouldn't actually feel bad. It turns out that saying rude words may actually be good for us. And that's according to science!

How come? Are there any specific situations in which it helps then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Could Britain ever rejoin the EU?⁠

⁠What 5 foods can improve brain performance?⁠

⁠What is pandemic skip?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 15/1/2024

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