Episodes

  • Why are the most useful jobs often the lowest-paid ones?

    Why are the most useful jobs often the lowest-paid ones?
    Oct 26 2026
    Imagine two people. One is a home care worker. Every morning, they help elderly people get up, wash and continue to live independently at home. The other works in a large office, spending much of their day in meetings and producing PowerPoint presentations. Sometimes, even wondering what the point of it all is. Which one earns more? So, why the gap? what explains that? But does that mean these jobs require fewer skills? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: What is a kakistocracy, in the world of work ? Would you be more likely to go to work if you could bring in your pet? Is remote work here to stay? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    4 mins
  • Why can’t we smell our own homes?

    Why can’t we smell our own homes?
    Nov 9 2026
    You come home after a two-week holiday, open the front door and notice a familiar smell. It’s the smell of your home! But when you’re there every day, you barely notice it. Don’t worry, your home hasn’t suddenly developed a new smell while you’ve been away. Your nose and brain have simply grown used to it. But why do we stop noticing smells when we’re exposed to them all the time? So why does our body do this? So why do we notice our home’s smell again when we come back from holiday? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: Why has my sense of smell changed because of Covid? How can you change your body odour? How can I reduce damp and mould in your home? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    4 mins
  • What is a ‘sandwich employee’?

    What is a ‘sandwich employee’?
    Oct 26 2026
    In our professional lives, just as in our personal ones, we all wear many hats. But how does juggling all those roles make us feel? For some, it can be a fulfilling challenge, while for others, it can lead to burnout and a loss of identity. This is especially true for managers, who often find themselves in the toughest spot. Think about your coworker who’s always balancing the demands of their team and their boss, acting as the go-between for frustrated employees and anxious higher-ups. In today’s business climate, it’s no wonder that middle managers — those caught in the middle — are at high risk of burnout. What are they up against? How can you spot a ‘sandwich employee’ in your company? Why is it called a ‘sandwich employee’? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠⁠What is the Pygmalion effect?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What is coffee badging in the workplace?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Could job enrichment make your work more rewarding?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 11/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    4 mins
  • How can I avoid putting on weight when giving up smoking?

    How can I avoid putting on weight when giving up smoking?
    Nov 9 2026
    According to the Office for National Statistics, the number of smokers in the UK is estimated at 6.6 million. The proportion has been steadily dropping for years now. Given the health risks, you’d think smokers would be delighted to give up, but the prospect of putting on weight is a cause of concern for many. To be fair, it i’s a well-founded fear to some extent. In 2014, Addiction journal reported that the average prevalence of weight gain after quitting smoking was 80%. In such cases, the average weight gain is 5 - 10lb. Of course, putting on a few pounds is far less dangerous than continuing to smoke, so the choice to quit should still be a no-brainer. Nevertheless, let’s delve deeper into the post-quitting weight gain phenomenon. What effects do cigarettes have on the body? It must be difficult not to start compulsive eating, mustn’t it? What about going on a diet? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠What is eatertainment, the "next-level" dining experience?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Should vapes have the same restrictions as cigarettes?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why do we get goosebumps?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 2/3/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Could the AI bubble burst sooner than expected?

    Could the AI bubble burst sooner than expected?
    Oct 26 2026
    In economic terms, a speculative bubble refers to a situation in which the price of an asset becomes heavily overvalued. An asset could be anything from company shares and property to cryptocurrencies. But eventually, reality catches up. Investors begin to realise the asset isn’t actually worth as much as they thought, confidence fades, and many rush to sell. When everyone sells at once, prices collapse, leading to what’s commonly known as a crash. But what exactly is a speculative bubble? Have there been bubbles like this before? Does the consensus say that AI is a bubble then?In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠Which jobs are most under threat from artificial intelligence?⁠ ⁠What does the popcorn index teach us about the economy?⁠ ⁠Why don't prices fall when inflation slows?⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: october 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Is cracking my knuckles bad for me?

    Is cracking my knuckles bad for me?
    Nov 9 2026
    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! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠⁠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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Is drinking decaf bad for my health?

    Is drinking decaf bad for my health?
    Oct 25 2026
    Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, with an average of 98 million cups consumed in the UK every day, according to the British Coffee Association. In moderation, there are plenty of benefits to be gained from drinking coffee, but there can also be some negative side effects, in particular due to its caffeine content. Decaf is an alternative, but is it really healthier? Our bodies don’t all process caffeine in the same way. It also depends on our sleep quality and the dose of caffeine. What effects can caffeine have on our bodies? How is decaf actually produced? What about the benefits of drinking coffee? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠⁠What is the 12 week method for achieving your goals?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Can this budgeting method help us save better?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Is taking milk with coffee good for you?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 21/07/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • What is a man child?

    What is a man child?
    Nov 8 2026
    No doubt you’ve heard at some point in your life that girls are more mature than boys. As a result, we tend to forgive childlike behaviour in men more easily, even in adulthood. Living with immature men can be a struggle for their partners. What’s more, Peter Pan syndrome is sometimes used as justification for behaviour that’s difficult to live with. You may remember that we discussed the topic in a previous episode of Do You Really Know. And another term for someone who displays Peter Pan Syndrome is a man child! What are the main characteristics of men children? Does it get better with time at least? What can you do to avoid this behaviour? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠How to interact with ChatGPT?⁠ ⁠What is negging, the toxic flirting technique?⁠ ⁠Could the Pomodoro technique help me work better?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins