Episodes

  • How did running a marathon become a status symbol?

    How did running a marathon become a status symbol?
    Apr 24 2026
    The London Marathon takes place this Sunday, with more than 50,000 runners set to take part. Simply getting hold of a bib is hard enough, with a world record of over 1 million people having entered the public ballot to get a place into the race. It’s undeniable that there’s a real running boom at the moment. The chances are that some of your friends, family or work colleagues have already run at least one marathon. Maybe you’ve run one yourself. Why is that then - is completing a marathon really that hard? What’s the typical profile of a marathon runner then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠What should I do with expired medicines?⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠What is Quantum medicine and is it a scam?⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Why is physical contact important for our health?⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 mins
  • Why do we get moles?

    Why do we get moles?
    Apr 24 2026
    The number of moles we have on our bodies largely depends on sun exposure. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Most people have 10 to 45 moles that appear during childhood and the teenage years.” Moles can vary in thickness, shape, colour, and they sometimes even have hair. They can pop up between your toes, on your scalp, on your earlobes or under your nails-anywhere really. Rest assured, most of the time these small brown spots are completely harmless, but still it’s worth knowing some key info about moles. That's especially true given they can sometimes be cancerous, turning into a type of skin cancer called melanoma. According to Cancer Research UK, “there are around 16,700 new melanoma skin cancer cases in the UK every year.” What are moles actually made of ? Which genetic factors are at play then ? How can you tell if a mole is dangerous ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Which bread is best for your health?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Has the climate breakdown really begun?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How small is a micropenis?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast the 03/04/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • What is cookie jarring in the dating world?

    What is cookie jarring in the dating world?
    Apr 24 2026
    Do you have an ex who seems to always get back in touch whenever they’re feeling lonely and have no one else in their sights? Or how about this: Perhaps you had a crush on someone, and that person played along, taking you out from time to time only to eventuall you they’ve finally hooked up with another person they’d been in love with for ages, but never told you about? Well if either of those scenarios sounds familiar, you may well have been a victim of cookie jarring. Where does the name come from? What forms can cookie jarring take? How can I avoid being cookie-jarred? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Can humans really fall in love with AI ?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Could zero dates make your love life more efficient?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Could date stacking really help me find love?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 18/9/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Is scratching a mole really dangerous?

    Is scratching a mole really dangerous?
    Apr 23 2026
    Moles can be flat, raised, discreet, or visible. They appear all over our skin and tend to increase in number over time. While these harmless little spots are generally not a cause for concern, they can sometimes be the source of skin cancer, so it’s important to keep an eye on them. A mole is a small, dark spot on the skin formed by a cluster of melanocytes. These are the cells responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives your skin its colour and helps you tan when exposed to sunlight. While melanocytes are typically spread throughout the skin, in the case of moles, they group together, creating a visible mark. Why do moles itch? What if you scratch it until it bleeds? When should you consult a dermatologist? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Why is exercise good for my skin?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why do we get moles?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Is it a good idea to fall asleep to music?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 16/10/24 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • What is omotenashi, the Japanese art of hospitality?

    What is omotenashi, the Japanese art of hospitality?
    Apr 23 2026
    In some cultures, being well at home is all about making sure that others feel well when visiting, by welcoming them in the right way. In Japan, for example, hospitality is like an art form, and even has a name: omotenashi. You can’t really translate the concept into English; the meaning of the term goes a lot deeper than “hospitality”. It also has connotations of mindfulness. In Japanese culture, knowing how to welcome others and being totally focused on your guest go hand in hand. So you could say omotenashi is the ability to anticipate a guest’s needs before they can even think of them themselves. Hence the idea of being fully available for your guest, right from the moment they arrive. The most obvious example in Japanese culture is serving tea. Where does omotenashi come from? So you’re saying it’s not limited to the home environment, are you? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can I beat my smartphone addiction?⁠ ⁠How much money makes you happy?⁠ ⁠Are we heading for another stock market crash?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast : 25/03/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • What's the warm, fuzzy feeling we get when moved by love?

    What's the warm, fuzzy feeling we get when moved by love?
    Apr 23 2026
    Have you ever been deeply moved when experiencing or witnessing a moment of powerful human connection? It might be the unexpected urge to hug a stranger at a music concert, for example, or a touching moment at an important life event like a birth, wedding or funeral. Well without realising it you’ve been experiencing an inspirational feeling known as “kama muta”. It’s been described by the Guardian as “the powerful emotion you didn’t know you had”. Where does the name come from? If we all feel it, why haven’t we heard of it before? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can I save money on my gas bill?⁠ ⁠What do I need to know before getting a tattoo?⁠ ⁠Who are the main victims of natural disasters?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 13/6/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Is eating bread actually bad for you?

    Is eating bread actually bad for you?
    Apr 22 2026
    Bread has been a staple of the human diet for over 10,000 years, when our ancestors made flatbread by baking a mixture of flour and water in the sun. To this day, the vast majority of us eat bread on a regular basis, and many of us eat it every day. But it’s been demonised to some extent in recent years, with many dieters saying it’s made up of “empty calories” and ditching it. What is the nutritional makeup of bread? Brown bread is supposed to be the healthiest, isn’t it? How often should I eat bread? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠How is micro-feminism helping women combat workplace sexism?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Is a white tongue unhealthy?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is the great unretirement?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 12/04/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Why do we startle when we fall asleep?

    Why do we startle when we fall asleep?
    Apr 22 2026
    You're peacefully drifting off to sleep when suddenly you feel as if you're falling into a void and you startle awake. This rather unpleasant sensation is known as a ‘hypnic jerk’ and is a common occurrence. It is an involuntary muscle spasm, a bit like a hiccup, also known as ‘myoclonus’. Sometimes, this sensation is accompanied by the feeling or the dream that you are falling. These twitches are your body’s bedtime quirks, popping up in the twilight zone of sleep – that light stage between being awake and snoozing soundly in deep sleep. They’re like an accidental alarm that can, annoyingly, snap us back to reality. As we drift off, our muscles take a breather, but our brain does a quick systems check to ensure everything’s alright, triggering that startling reflex. What’s happening when we experience these sudden spasms? Can anything amplify this startling sensation? Should we be worried about these nighttime jolts? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠Can you train your brain like a muscle?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How often should you wash your jeans?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Should I walk 10000 steps a day?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 4/6/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins