Episodes

  • What is dissociative identity disorder?

    What is dissociative identity disorder?
    May 31 2026
    Still to this day, this psychological condition is most often referred to by its previous name: multiple personality disorder. That’s in particular down to exaggerated representations in popular culture like books, TV or cinema. Some prominent examples are the story of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho or, more recently, Split. Experts have criticised the use of DID as a plot device in such representations, saying they often confuse it with other disorders like psychosis or schizophrenia. They also perpetuate certain myths about people with mental illnesses. These include the idea that they are usually dangerous or have flamboyant personalities. So what is DID really like then? Doesn’t that happen to everyone? Where does it come from? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠⁠Do superfoods actually work?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Will Charles Bronson finally be freed?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What is Bregret?⁠⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 19/3/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • What three things do I need to know about the clitoris?

    What three things do I need to know about the clitoris?
    May 31 2026
    The clitoris is the only organ in the human body that’s dedicated solely to pleasure. It doesn’t have any muscles or play any role in the body's other functions. And while our understanding of the clitoris has improved in recent years, there's still a lot to learn, as research in this area is relatively new. Until recently, researchers thought that the clitoris had 8,000 nerve endings. For comparison, that's more than double the sensory receptors found on the glans of the penis. Why is the clitoris so sensitive? I’ve heard people compare the clitoris to the penis before. Are there really similarities between the two? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Should you really drink hot drinks when it’s hot?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Could insects replace meat?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can I stop my plants from dying?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 3/7/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Where does Mother’s day come from?

    Where does Mother’s day come from?
    May 31 2026
    Mother’s Day is celebrated in many countries around the world, but not always on the same date. For some it’s observed on the second Sunday of May, for others it falls on the fourth Sunday of Lent but it can also be on the first Sunday of May; the last Sunday of May or even the first Sunday in June. Well, that’s because Mother’s Day has different origins and meanings in different cultures and regions. The early Christian celebration of mothers was called Mothering Sunday. It became less popular in the 16th century, when England broke away from the Catholic Church but was revived in the early 20th century by a woman named Constance Smith... Why do we have different dates for Mother’s Day? How did it become a national holiday ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠What is ergophobia, the fear which can throw our careers off track?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why are brain chips becoming a reality?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can I use the 80/20 method to save money?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • How can you improve your memory and recall skills?

    How can you improve your memory and recall skills?
    May 30 2026
    Memory is the ability to store and retrieve information, and recall is the process of accessing that information when needed. Both are essential for learning, problem-solving, and decision-making, but they can also decline with age, stress, or illness. But there are ways to naturally boost your memory and recall skills. How can I focus my attention better? How can I structure and organise the information I want to remember? What else can I do to help? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠⁠Why do people get angry when they drive?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Is palm oil really bad for your health?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How to make the most out of a rental property?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 27/4/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Why am I getting bags and circles under my eyes?

    Why am I getting bags and circles under my eyes?
    May 30 2026
    Nobody likes getting up in the morning and looking in the mirror to find dreary bags and circles under their eyes. It can make you look tired and lower your self-confidence as you head to work, feeling like a zombie. But it’s more than just an aesthetic issue. More often than not, it’s an indication of poor health habits, and sometimes a sign of underlying medical conditions. So what actually causes those dreary circles? How worried should you be about seeing bags and circles under your eyes? What’s the best way to deal with them then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠⁠What is online grooming?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What does eating junk food do to our brains?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why do friend breakups hurt so much?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 17/8/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Do anti-anxiety patches really work?

    Do anti-anxiety patches really work?
    May 30 2026
    There are different types of anti-anxiety patches, but one of the most popular ones is from a company called NuCalm, they say that its discs provide the neurochemistry to accelerate the onset of the relaxation response. You may have seen them on celebrities like Meghan Markle, who was recently spotted wearing a NuCalm biosignal processing disc on her wrist. It’s a small blue sticker which claims to have a calming effect on the wearer by emitting signals or frequencies that affect the brain and the nervous system. But how does NuCalm work, and is there any evidence to back up its claims? What do experts say about NuCalm’s patches? And does it work? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠Which foods shouldn't be eaten together?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is xylazine, the so-called zombie drug?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can I stop smoking?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 24/9/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • How do sim swapping scams work?

    How do sim swapping scams work?
    May 29 2026
    Most of us have our smartphones on our person more or less all day, every day. Our photos, payment methods and a lot of personal data are stored on them. So we’re all wary of the risk of having them stolen when out in public. But did you know there’s another way someone can take control of your phone line without you even losing the device? It’s called sim swapping and while it’s not new, it’s been on the rise in recent years. According to the FBI, Americans lost a combined $68M to sim swapping scams in 2021. One of the most high-profile examples saw Twitter founder Jack Dorsey fall prey to it in 2019. How does SIM swapping work? How can I avoid falling victim to SIM swapping? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠⁠What are the pros and cons of homeownership in the UK?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How can I make and keep my new year’s resolutions?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why does the year begin on January 1st?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast : 7/5/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • What are the risks of using running apps?

    What are the risks of using running apps?
    May 29 2026
    In case you haven’t noticed, running is very much in vogue these days. We talked about the London Marathon on Do You Really Know last month, but you don’t have to out yourself through the ordeal of a 26-mile distance to enjoy running. It can just as easily be a 20 or 30 minute jog in the park, or in the streets of your local area. And of course as with any trend in society, the running boom has gained significant traction on social media. People love sharing their progress on mainstream socials, as well as through dedicated running apps like Adidas Running, Nike Run Club, or Strava. What do you mean by that? Most of us aren’t heads of state or secret service agents though, are we? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: How did running a marathon become a status symbol? Is running actually bad for our joints and bones? ⁠How does the "Scully Effect" raise young women's interest in science fields?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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