Episodes

  • What is poverty porn?

    What is poverty porn?
    Jan 30 2026
    What is poverty porn? Poverty porn is a provocative term of criticism which looks at how poor people and their living situations are portrayed in films, on television or on social media. Despite the film’s massive success, there were debates about whether it was poverty porn. Some suggested director Danny Boyle created it for a white audience looking for images of deprivation in a faraway setting. What’s the link with porn then? But is it really such a bad thing? Can you have poverty porn in Western countries too? ⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!⁠ To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Who is Ousmane Sonko?⁠ ⁠What is Generation Covid?⁠ ⁠What are HFCs?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    4 mins
  • What is a frozen conflict?

    What is a frozen conflict?
    Jan 30 2026
    All week long, we’re looking into 10 new terms and concepts that are certain to be on everyone’s lips in 2023! It’s nearly 11 months since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine, and the war has reached somewhat of a stalemate. Many observers expected a swift Russian victory, no doubt including Vladimir Putin himself, but Ukrainian resistance proved fierce. Over the summer, Ukraine launched a counter-offensive and succeeded in taking back large parts of Russian-occupied territory. As we head into 2023, there’s a distinct possibility of the war becoming a drawn-out affair, even turning into a frozen conflict. That’s a situation where fighting has ceased, but there’s no clear resolution in the form of a peace treaty or political agreement. Hostilities could resume at any moment and the climate is unstable. Why could the Russia - Ukraine war become a frozen conflict? Why would that be in Russia’s interests? Are there frozen conflicts in other parts of the world too? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to more episodes, click here: ⁠Why do we consider Friday 13th unlucky?⁠ ⁠Why has my sense of smell changed because of Covid?⁠ ⁠What are nepo babies?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast. Written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 22/10/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 mins
  • Could love echoing be damaging your relationship prospects?

    Could love echoing be damaging your relationship prospects?
    Jan 30 2026
    Whether you’re the one being left or the one doing the leaving, a breakup always presents certain challenges. It’s pretty common to try to learn from the relationship that’s ended, in order to move forwards in a positive way. And those takeaways can help us gain perspective and avoid making the same mistakes in the future. But when that kind of rumination becomes excessive and persists with time, it can become problematic. In late 2024, American psychologist Marie Land came up with the term “love echoing” to describe those kinds of thoughts. Where does the “echo” part of the term come from? What are the possible consequences of love echoing then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Why do people say that black cats bring bad luck?⁠ ⁠What are the dirtiest objects in your home?⁠ ⁠Why do we get travel sick?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 mins
  • How do pheromones affect our sexuality?

    How do pheromones affect our sexuality?
    Jan 29 2026
    Have you ever seen perfumes advertised as containing pheromones and therefore increasing your sexual attractiveness or libido? Sounds too good to be true, right? According to Healthline.com, pheromones are "chemical substances that are secreted outside of the body in fluids like urine and sweat." The portal explains that they’re produced by a wide range of animals and plants, but that it’s still not known for sure whether they even exist in humans. That hasn’t stopped pheromones from being hyped up though. Some people say they play a role in desire, partner selection, and potentially even reproduction and fertility. Let’s take a moment to discuss whether there’s any substance to such claims. What’s the difference between pheromones and hormones then? Can pheromones trigger specific behaviours or reactions in us? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Why is sugar bad for our memory?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Does the law of attraction really work?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can I stay trendy buying only second hand clothes?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 26/3/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • What is the postpartum period?

    What is the postpartum period?
    Jan 29 2026
    To celebrate International Women's Day, which falls on March 8th, Bababam is replaying Do You Really Know episodes which look at the struggle against inequalities between women and men. All week long, refresh your knowledge about ideas and concepts which promote female empowerment. What is the postpartum period? Many people wrongly assume that all women immediately find their feet after having a baby. In reality, it can be an overwhelming phase which is often neglected. The postpartum period begins as the mother’s body starts returning to a non-pregnant state. It’s commonly used to refer to the first six weeks following childbirth, but it may last significantly longer, with a range of physical and psychological symptoms. So what actually happens during the postpartum period? Is postpartum just a fancy word for the baby blues then? ⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!⁠ To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What is an endemic?⁠ ⁠What is cholesterol?⁠ ⁠What is Uncharted?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 12/3/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Who invented emojis?

    Who invented emojis?
    Jan 29 2026
    We all know them and use them; so today let’s celebrate them. World Emoji Day falls on 17th July. Yes that’s right, a day has been set aside for honouring the little pictograms we use to brighten up our digital messaging exchanges. You can find them in emails, messaging apps, and on social media. Everywhere really. But we’re so used to them that we don’t really think about who created them to start with, or how new ones emerge these days. So what’s the difference between an emoticon, a smiley and an emoji then? Where do new emojis come from? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠What is brain tapping, the viral technique for improving sleep quality?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is the half and half drinking method?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can heatwaves impact our mental health?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 18/7/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • What is brain tapping, the viral technique for improving sleep quality?

    What is brain tapping, the viral technique for improving sleep quality?
    Jan 28 2026
    According to a 2022 study by Direct Line life insurance, 71% of British adults fail to get the recommended 7 to 9 hours sleep per night. Many people struggle with getting to sleep, and if you use Tiktok, you may well have seen clips of people talking about methods for overcoming that problem. Brain tapping, as found on TikTok, actually combines two techniques. The first one was invented by Jim Donovan, a professional drummer and professor at Saint Francis University in Pennsylvania. How does this technique work? Is brain tapping really effective? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How does eldest daughter syndrome affect some women?⁠ ⁠What is a kakistocracy, in the world of work ?⁠ ⁠What does vaping do to the body?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 17/7/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • What is eye yoga?

    What is eye yoga?
    Jan 28 2026
    It's back to school! DYRK is dedicating a special week to sport. Because moving and doing regular physical activity is important for our physical and mental health! Listen again to our episodes about sport! In the last 12 months, we’ve all spent more time at home than we expected. As a result, our use of computers or smartphones has increased to the point where many of us spend almost all day gazing into a screen. This can lead to eye strain and dry eyes, as well as other disorders or diseases. OK, so in this day and age it’s difficult to totally go without all these digital tools which are part of our daily lives. But there are some tips to prevent or slow vision loss. Eye yoga allows us to train our eye muscles. It’s a natural method which comes from Indian medicine. We often forget to exercise our eyes, which function thanks to muscles. And muscles need to be trained! This sounds like it must be the latest fad! Is it actually effective? What are the exercises to stimulate eyes? ⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠ To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠What is tagskryt, the Scandinavian sustainable travel trend?⁠ ⁠Is it time the UK acknowledged its role in the slave trade?⁠ ⁠Why do we sneeze?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance First Broadcast: 27/9/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins