Episodes

  • Which of Asimov's predictions have come true?

    Which of Asimov's predictions have come true?
    Oct 22 2026
    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?To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠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. First Broadcast: 15/10/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • How is the manosphere encouraging dangerous body trends?

    How is the manosphere encouraging dangerous body trends?
    Oct 23 2026
    In some online communities, men are told that attractiveness depends on achieving an extremely muscular body, a square jaw and other supposedly “masculine” features. And there are impressionable young men out there who end up pursuing those ideals through a trend known as looksmaxxing. As you may have guessed from the name, it means trying to “maximise” your physical appearance. But more extreme communities promote unproven and downright dangerous ways of changing the body. What’s the connection with the manosphere? When does looksmaxxing get dangerous? Does the manosphere encourage looksmaxxing any other bodily parts? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : Why is the manosphere going crazy for pilates girls? What do masculinists mean by a "soyboy"? Could hot rodent men be the new male ideal? A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • Why are more and more men joining the no fap movement?

    Why are more and more men joining the no fap movement?
    Oct 23 2026
    Now if you’ve never heard the word fap before, let me spell it out to you. It’s basically an onomatopoeic slang term for male masturbation. According to Business Insider, the term first appeared in a web comic called Sexy Losers in 1999, to indicate the sound of a male character masturbating. An Urban Dictionary definition for the term was then added in 2002, and usage grew from the 2000s onwards. So obviously now you know what that means, you’ll have realised that the no fap movement means quitting masturbation. And while masturbation is a pleasurable activity for many, the no fap movement against it has been gaining traction for about a decade now. It started out in the U.S. and the aim is to combat porn addiction and masturbation. Why do all these men want to stop masturbating? Are any of those claims true? What should someone do if they feel addicted to masturbation then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Can you eat eggs everyday?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is Lucky Girl syndrome, this new method that is all the rage on Tik Tok?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Which type of wine is best for your health?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 29/5/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 mins
  • What is AI inbreeding?

    What is AI inbreeding?
    Oct 22 2026
    Seventy-four percent of 18 to 24-year-olds use AI every day, according to a February 2025 Ipsos study. No surprising really, chatbots now handle so much for us: emails, translations, studying, even creative projects. It almost makes you wonder how we ever managed before. But as fast as these models improve, they still make mistakes. And some researchers warn they could face a bigger problem: AI inbreeding, also known as model collapse. But do we have a specific example of this? So how can we combat AI inbreeding?In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How much CO2 does a search on ChatGPT emit?⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How do you get better results with ChatGPT ?⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Which jobs are most under threat from artificial intelligence?⁠ 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
  • Could CBTI help you sleep better ?

    Could CBTI help you sleep better ?
    Oct 23 2026
    According to the NHS, around 1 in 3 people in the UK are affected by insomnia, and it’s particularly common in older adults. Many people turn to medication like benzodiazepines in an attempt to address their insomnia. Now these generally help, at least to begin with, but they tend to bring less restorative sleep. And if no other changes are made to daily habits, there’s a good chance the insomnia will return once the medication is stopped. What other options are out there then? So how does one learn to sleep again? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Sleep divorce: is it a good idea to sleep in separately?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why do we change clocks twice per year?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can I tell if I’m at risk of ‘quiet firing’?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast : 06/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 mins
  • How can you spot AI-generated text?

    How can you spot AI-generated text?
    Oct 21 2026
    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! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠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. First broadcast : 2025-10-10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Could FOPO be preventing you from fulfilling your potential?

    Could FOPO be preventing you from fulfilling your potential?
    Oct 22 2026
    Have you ever really wanted to try something new, but avoided doing so because you were afraid of being judged? Maybe pursuing a hobby that could be seen as uncool, wearing a flashy outfit or sharing your opinion on a controversial topic for example. Well if that sounds familiar, then you might just be a victim of FOPO! What does that stand for? Is having FOPO actually a problem then?In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How can I overcome my fear of speaking in public?⁠ ⁠What is the ‘adult only’ trend, in public places all about?⁠ ⁠⁠Can I cure my fear of spiders?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Why do we have irrational thoughts at nighttime?

    Why do we have irrational thoughts at nighttime?
    Sep 14 2026
    We've all been there. You wake up in the middle of the night and simply can’t get back to sleep, no matter how hard you try to relax. Suddenly, a problem that seemed insignificant earlier feels enormous. You overthink it and imagine the worst. Then morning arrives, and you realise you’d blown it out of all proportion.It’s a very common experience: anxious, irrational thoughts can feel much more intrusive at night. But why does our brain react this way? Does this phenomenon have a name? What can I do to get a more peaceful night's rest then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : Which foods will help you get a good night's sleep? Is sleeping less than 6 hours a night the equivalent to being drunk? How can I free myself from negative thoughts? A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 mins