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What are parasocial relationships, the one-sided connections between celebs and their fans? Oct 16, 2025

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This kind of one-way relationship is generally between a fan and a public figure or fictional character. It’s about the feeling of familiarity or even friendship we feel for a celeb without ever actually having had any direct interaction with them.

Most of the time of course, said celeb doesn’t even know we exist. After all, depending on their stature, they may have millions of fans, but there’s only one of them!

It’s a very modern-day phenomenon, isn’t it? Are parasocial relationships problematic? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Why do women live longer than men?⁠

⁠Does money really make us happy?⁠

⁠Do I need to take vitamin D supplements?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 01/08/2022

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Which of Asimov's predictions have come true? Oct 15, 2025

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Speculative science fiction really is a genre of its own. Some people love it, others find it pointless, but you can’t deny the mental gymnastics involved in imagining the future of our societies, especially when some of those predictions turn out to be right.

In that field, there are a few writers who stand out above the rest: George Orwell, Aldous Huxley, and, perhaps most famously, Isaac Asimov.

Who exactly was Isaac Asimov? Did he predict a future full of robots then? What about space?
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What is future faking?

⁠⁠Will the meat of the future be printed in 3D?

Why do we see faces in inanimate objects?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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What is eco-anxiety? Oct 14, 2025

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The UN’s COP26 summit is due to start this Sunday, and it’s pretty clear to most of us that climate change is the most serious threat to our health. Of course it’s a physical threat, especially to the vulnerable, due to extreme weather events like heatwaves, storms and fires, which are increasingly frequent and intense.

But we mustn’t neglect the mental impact, as fear of the future is eating away at the minds of many. Indeed, climate-related disasters and environmental catastrophes are causing a lot of confusion and worry about the future of the planet.

Is it really that widespread? What’s the best way to manage feelings of eco-anxiety? ⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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Could brain dumping help you manage your anxiety?

Why are so many people suffering from AI anxiety?

Do anti-anxiety patches really work?

First Broadcast: november 2021

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Should I cut the electricity at home during a storm? Oct 13, 2025

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As thunderclouds gather and winds intensify, the decision to shut off the power becomes a critical one, balancing safety concerns with the practicalities of daily life. The risks associated with electrical installations depend on the location of your home. For example, the consequences are more severe if your home is in a rural or mountainous area, for a number of reasons.

Lightning poses a significant risk to electrical systems, and power surges can damage appliances and electronics. By cutting the electricity, you reduce the chances of electrical fires and protect your devices from potential damage.

Are there any drawbacks? Is cutting the power the only option? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠How is AI giving a voice to the dead?⁠

⁠Why is climbing stairs so good for you?⁠

⁠Am I in a situationship?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 20/11/2023

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What is restless anal syndrome? Oct 11, 2025

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What is restless anal syndrome? Thanks for asking!

Although the global vaccination rate reached 40% in mid-October, Covid-19 clearly hasn’t gone away for good just yet. The most common symptoms of coronavirus are mostly well-known, but it keeps surprising us with new repercussions, like restless anal syndrome for example.

How did this unpleasant side effect come on? But how on earth did we get from a seasonal virus to a restless anus? Does it have anything to do with restless leg syndrome? ⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!⁠

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⁠What is eco-anxiety?⁠

⁠What is the metaverse?⁠

⁠What is Netflix?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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First Broadcast: 30/10/2021

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Is cracking my knuckles bad for me? Oct 11, 2025

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If you’re asking yourself whether cracking your knuckles is a bad thing, we'll take it as a given that you do crack your knuckles. You’ve probably also been told at some point that doing so will give you arthritis, most likely by someone already annoyed at you doing it!

So, just how seriously should you be taking the know-it-alls? As you’re probably aware, many people find the noise pretty off-putting, or just downright annoying. But many people say they get a physical release from cracking their joints, leading to a feeling of looseness and a brief increase in mobility. Although a lot of the time, it’s simply an unconscious habit.

Why is knuckle cracking so satisfying? Where does the noise come from? Is it harmful in the long run? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Do tongue scrapers actually help with bad breath?⁠

⁠Do our brains really tell the whole story about us?⁠

⁠How can heatwaves impact our mental health?⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and produced by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast : 06/11/2022

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How can you spot AI-generated text? Oct 10, 2025

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For most 18-24 year olds, generative AI is already part of daily life. Research, emails, translations, summaries - AI is everywhere. Its possibilities feel endless, limited only by our imagination.

But with that comes a growing skepticism, especially in schools and workplaces: “Was this really written by a person?” “Did ChatGPT write that assignment?” The good news is, there are clues that can tip you off.

What are these clues? But are there tools to detect generated text? But how do these tools work?

In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Will ChatGPT replace Google?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How much CO2 does a search on ChatGPT emit?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Which jobs are most under threat from artificial intelligence?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

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What is broken heart syndrome? Oct 09, 2025

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The idea of a broken heart may make you think of a cartoon, an emoji or a bad break-up from your past. But broken heart syndrome is a real physical condition, which is also known as Tako-tsubo.

Good guess but just wide of the mark. Tako-tsubo syndrome was described for the first time in Japan, at the start of the 1990s. Researchers in the western world didn’t acknowledge the condition until several years later, towards the end of the decade.

The name is Japanese because that’s where the first case was recorded? How can we recognise the symptoms? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Could hot rodent men be the new male ideal?⁠

⁠Why are mini animals so popular?⁠

⁠Why does walking through doorways make us forget things?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 10/5/2021

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How many calories does having sex burn? Oct 08, 2025

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Sex can certainly make us work up a sweat; but is it enough to cancel out that burger and fries you got from McDonald’s at lunchtime?

Well if you were thinking about quitting the gym in favour of sex-ercise, you may want to reconsider. Sex doesn’t actually burn as many calories as you might think.

How many are we talking then? Does the position make a difference? If it’s not that intense, then why do we sweat so much? Are there any health risks to sex, like with other forms of exercise?
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Why should you pee after having sex?

What's the best time of day to have sex?

⁠⁠Does sex help us to sleep better?⁠⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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What is stealth wealth? Oct 08, 2025

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Stealth wealth or quiet luxury as it is sometimes known is the practice of concealing one's wealth or not flaunting one's money or possessions, but rather keeping them private and discreet. It’s the kind of luxury that keeps a low profile and doesn't try to stand out with big logos or loud statement pieces.

But that does not mean people don’t know you are wealthy, at least some people do. Look at the successful show ‘Succession’ where the uber rich wear logo-free, exquisitely tailored clothes that fool no one as to their price tag.

Why do some people choose to be stealthy? Does stealth wealth mean living below your means? Is stealth wealth or quiet luxury for everyone? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What is Neo-Luddism, the growing anti-technology movement?⁠

⁠Why is Camilla becoming queen and not queen consort?⁠

⁠What is Extinction Rebellion ?⁠

A Bababam Originals podcast.A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast : 9/5/2023

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