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Barrett fills us all in on his virtual currency and how that's all been going, and then Dr John Mango's A-Z of Brains returns, and you'll never guess what we talk about for 'B'. Then Emile 'Em' Brace is interviewed by Barrett. He's a man with a gift: he can sense people's problems through touch. Listen to how he uses that gift for the good of mankind (although Barrett is a somewhat skeptical). Finally, we have the exciting return of Quickfire Problems! You all asked for it, so it's back for Season Two. Listen to see who wins the first round!

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The boys are back, and this time John has some news. Abreakthrough has been made in the field of AI therapy, and John wants to show Barrett the Brain Bot! Then, Barrett and John analyse the 1999 classic film 'The Matrix', and come to conclusions whether all the crazy things in the film are possible through mind control. Finally, Barrett must help Bill the swimming pool attendant avoid his needy manager before the day is done. Will there be water slides and splashes involved? Probably!

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This week John starts his journey through the alphabet in his A-Z of Brains, where you'll learn all about the amygdala and an incredible new invention in the field of brain tech. Barrett shares a letter from a woman whose husband might need house training, and finally we have a juicy celebrity problem to get stuck into, delivered by our man-on-the-inside Marty Boffkin. Enjoy!



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Season Two begins on a high, with Barrett and John discussing all the brand new features coming to the show! Barrett starts by interviewing McQueen Joyner, a Silicon Valley guru who writes about the brain's role in tech. His new book, 'Small Tech for Big Brains', is the talking point of the chat. Then, the guys introduce 'Analyse That!', a new section where they look at media through the lens of psychology. They start out with John Mango'sfavourite video game, Psychonauts! Finally, an old favourite section returns in the form of the Roleplay problem! This time, John needs to help out Alan, who owns an Alien bar in a distinctly anti-alien area (Tunbridge Wells). Can John help Alan pull off a hoax to get new patrons in?

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Well this is it folks, the end of Season One, and the boys decide to cap off a year of episodes with a trip down memory lane, as they talk about some of their favourite Featured Problems and even get some guests from the Roleplay Problems back on the show! The winner of Quickfire Questions is also crowned, and the grand prize is awarded. Thanks for listening, and as always, heed our advice, and keep those brains in tip top shape!

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Barrett and John are really getting serious about Quick Fire Questions now, so be prepared for some tension between them. Helena Wart writes in with a question involving sofas, dogs, and a lot of numbers. John is confused, but luckily Barrett can put him straight with some simple mathematics. The Roleplay Problem this week comes in the form of Jerry, a little boy who wants to get computer games back on his computer. Barrett's field of expertise doesn't cover kids, so it'll be interesting to see how he handles this one!

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Barrett and John celebrate the 50th episode by announcing something special for their upcoming year anniversary! Then we get down to business with a letter from Martin, a drinks conglomorate owner who wants to find the next big thing. The lads come up with an ingenious idea that could set the world alight. Then, John gets wired into the mind of Luger Sparkplug, a cyberpunk who has a big job. Can John help Luger take down the evil CyberPrince?

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There's a bit of controversy between Barrett and John with the weekly Number Fact and also in Quick Fire Questions in this episode (everything turns out fine though so don't worry). We have a Historical Help this week from the infamous Shaka Zulu, who's currently grieving the loss of his mother. The guys give a very wide range of advice that you won't want to miss. Then in Roleplay Problems Sven is calling in with a request for assistance to upgrade his LoveLink profile as he isn't getting any dates! But is Sven accurately portraying himself online..?

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Barrett has taken his Bebo ban to the next level, whilst John is knocking up unimaginable amounts of miles in his Brain Bus. The guys get a letter from a Mr. St. Christopher, who is his limbs systematically removed at the hospital. Barrett's anti-state sentiments come out yet again, and John does his best to reign them in. Then, John is contacted by Neil, a free spirit raver who is going on a lads holiday to Magaluf. He hates planes though, and John has to ease him through the airport to make him feel safe!

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This week John finally unveils his secret project, and it turns out to be yet another clinic...of sorts. Barrett tells us all about his social media woes on Bebo (yep, you heard us right!). The Featured Problem this week comes from a lady who has been compulsive consuming chocolate oranges, but not for the sugar fix: she is using the boxes to create tiny houses. Barrett and John decide to give this lady some ideas to help in her new endeavour. Then it's Barrett handling this week's Roleplay Problem from Harold 'The Hawk', a pilot who unfortunately doesn't have a co-pilot or single crew member to help with his Pacific flight. How the hell is Barrett going to help from halfway around the world?!