Episodes

  • Should you sleep with socks on?

    Should you sleep with socks on?
    Dec 28 2025
    For many, slipping into socks before bed is as natural as brushing their teeth. It’s comforting, like a warm hug for your feet. But not everyone’s a fan—some can’t stand the thought of socks at night. Preferences aside, there’s more to this bedtime debate than comfort. So, is snoozing in socks a secret health hack? But does it really help you drift off quicker? Sounds a bit contradictory, right? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠How did broccoli freckles become a beauty trend?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Could SMART goals help you reduce stress?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why do men often wake up with an erection?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast: 2/5/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    4 mins
  • Could the one-week method help you stop drinking?

    Could the one-week method help you stop drinking?
    Dec 28 2025
    Some psychological and addiction experts say that making and sticking to resolutions can do wonders for your health. And just because it’s not the New Year right now, that doesn’t mean you can’t start a resolution right away. After all, there’s no time like the present, right? Let's face it though, sticking to a resolution can be tough, especially when it comes to giving up something you’re used to doing, eating or drinking on a regular basis. Like alcohol for example. If you’re looking to cut back on alcohol but can’t see yourself managing to go without, we’ve got an approach from Tiktok to tell you about today, which may just help you in your quest: it’s called the one-week method. How does it work? What are the benefits? Should I be looking to give up alcohol completely after a while? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠What are the health impacts of taking public transport?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Does true crime help us fall asleep?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is goblin mode?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 18/5/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    5 mins
  • Why do we get bad breath in the morning?

    Why do we get bad breath in the morning?
    Dec 28 2025
    According to The Cleveland Clinic, around one in four people are affected by bad breath. It’s also known as halitosis and bad breath can be a source of embarrassment. It’s sometimes caused by consuming certain well-known foods, like garlic, onion, cheese, and coffee for example. But it can also be a symptom of an underlying health condition, such as pneumonia, gum recession, kidney disease and gastrointestinal disorders. Do bacteria have anything to do with it? How can we avoid bad breath? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠Why do our stomachs rumble?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why does hair turn grey?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What does it mean to be a seenager?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 21/5/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    4 mins
  • How can I return unwanted gifts?

    How can I return unwanted gifts?
    Dec 27 2025
    It’s great to be remembered by friends, colleagues, and family at Christmas, but despite people’s best intentions, they don't always get you what you want. So now the festive season is over and the wrapping is off it might be time to take some of those gifts back rather than let them gather dust in a cupboard. If you bought something, in-store or online and it is faulty then by law you can get a full refund if you return it within 30 days. After 30 days, the store's obliged to provide a repair or a replacement. However, legally speaking, you do not have the right to return an item because you don't like it. That said most shops have their own, generous returns policy so it is worth finding out what their terms are before you try and return an unwanted item and expect the money back if they only offer exchanges or store credit. What’s a gift receipt? When should you return your items by? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Which types of alcohol should we avoid mixing?⁠ ⁠Why do we kiss under the mistletoe?⁠ ⁠What is erectile dysfunction?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast: 27/12/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    5 mins
  • Is it best sleeping in total darkness?

    Is it best sleeping in total darkness?
    Dec 27 2025
    Almost all kids are afraid of the dark, and sometimes that fear even lingers into adulthood. It's a shame really because, contrary to what you might think, darkness is actually not our enemy but a friend when it comes to drifting off to dreamland. Being exposed to light at night can have negative consequences on person’s health in the long-term. That’s according to a study by researchers at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine in the United States. They published their findings in 2022, having discovered a correlation between exposure to light while sleeping and conditions like obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes. What's the link between light and disease? How can I ensure I’m not at risk from light exposure at night? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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: 1/10/23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    5 mins
  • Which foods change our body odour?

    Which foods change our body odour?
    Dec 27 2025
    Did you know that each of us has a truly unique body odour, which is influenced by a mix of genetic, hormonal, age-related, environmental, and lifestyle factor? And your diet plays a role in shaping your natural scent. Some foods have their own noticeably strong odours, like garlic or onions for example, and can in turn cause us to sweat more. The same goes for spices and chili, which makes sense given how hot they are. If you eat a lot of turmeric, you may notice a tangy aroma emanating straight from your skin pores, caused by an uptick in sweat acidity and the presence of a molecule called carvone. Is there anything else that could explain a change in odour? Are there any foods that can improve body odour? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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: 10/1/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    5 mins
  • How can I protect my mental health during the holiday season?

    How can I protect my mental health during the holiday season?
    Dec 26 2025
    Christmas is seen as a season of joy, but it can also be a testing time for many people, whether it’s mentally, emotionally, physically or financially. And 2022 may be worse than most years in that respect. Most of the population are feeling additional pressure due to the cost-of-living crisis, and Christmas tends to be an expensive time. Furthermore, upsetting news stories have been dominating headlines throughout the year, like the ongoing war in Ukraine following Russia’s invasion, the global climate crisis and new waves of Covid 19. What’s the best way to deal with difficult family situations? What strategies can I adopt? What should I do if it all just gets too much? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠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: 22/12/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    5 mins
  • Are girls really worse at maths?

    Are girls really worse at maths?
    Dec 26 2025
    According to the UK’s Department for Education, girls still make up fewer students choosing A-level maths and physics and even fewer go on to study engineering or computer science at university. Yet these subjects often lead to some of the best-paid jobs. So, does this mean girls just aren’t as good at maths? So, what’s behind that shift? So what can be done to change that? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: How is micro-feminism helping women combat workplace sexism? How does the Matthew Effect help us understand class inequalities? Why has purple become the colour of feminism? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    4 mins