According to Mental Health UK, nearly one in five people in the country don’t get enough sleep. We’ve talked about various types of sleep disorder in the past on Do You Really Know and the link between good sleep and good health is well established.

Many people turn to sleeping pills, but there’s a totally natural alternative which may actually yield better results.

What's that? Why is sex so beneficial then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How long do I have to wait to swim after eating?

What are the world's least safe travel destinations?

Why do we get travel sick?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast: 18/3/2024

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For 30 years, male sperm counts have been declining all around the world, particularly in Western countries. It’s been demonstrated over and over again by scientific studies. 

Indeed, research published by Oxford Academic in the Human Reproduction Update journal in 2017 looked at nearly 200 studies on the matter. It found that sperm counts in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand had plummeted by 59% from 1973 to 2011.

What are the reasons behind this? What can men do to be aware of their fertility? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !

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Do we have a treatment for Monkeypox at last?

Who are digital nomads, the new generation of remote workers?

Who is FN Meka, the world’s first AI rapper?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 14/9/2022

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Over the years, many surveys have looked into what time of day people say they most enjoy having sex, but the findings have varied drastically.

For instance, one run by CBD brand Naturecan in 2023 found that the most satisfying time was 7:30 a.m., with two-thirds of the Brits surveyed preferring morning sex to night-time sex. But more recently, lingerie brand Pour Moi pinpointed 10:09pm on Saturday as the “sexiest time of the week”, after surveying 2,000 sexually active adults from the UK, Ireland, Canada and the USA.

Why do the results vary so much? What’s so good about morning sex then? What about days of the week, is there one that’s best for having sex? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How can you revitalise your relationship with 3 expert sex tips?

Why do we get the post-sex blues?

Does sex help us to sleep better?

A podcast written and realised by Josh Chance

First Broadcast: 20/9/2024

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Whether it’s making a wish over a birthday cake, waiting for lottery results, or opening an email following a job interview, it's pretty common to cross your fingers. It’s a way of communicating that we’re hoping luck swings in our favor and our wishes come true. Often, you don’t even need to physically cross your fingers; simply saying "Fingers crossed” is enough to get the message across. But the roots of this tradition go way back.

In the Middle Ages, folks crossed their fingers to ward off the Devil, mimicking the famous exorcism phrase "Vade Retro Satana" or "Back off, Satan!" uttered by a priest holding a cross. Yet, people were crossing their fingers for luck long before the Middle Ages.

Are you saying that it originally had nothing to do with religion at all then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What causes tocophobia, the fear of pregnancy and childbirth?

Is it a good idea to sleep with my pet?

How did flat Earth conspiracy theory start?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 10/12/2023

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Have you ever found yourself in a debate with someone and realised as it goes on, that the person you’re talking to simply isn’t going to change their mind. That might be the case even if they’re expressing a controversial point of view, or saying something that goes against scientific evidence.

It’s often because they’re so convinced their perspective is right that they can’t see any nuances in the discussion. Even when you present a solid argument that challenges their views, they only focus on what supports their position and twist it into their defense. The chances are they’re experiencing something known as confirmation bias.

What’s that? How can you avoid falling into that trap? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is the optimism bias?

What is shy bladder syndrome?

What is Lima Syndrome?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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Society’s beauty standards constantly evolve, and sometimes in surprising ways. The terms "rodent man" and "hot rodent man" have gone viral on TikTok, racking up millions of views. 

And the roots of those terms are pretty literal - they refer to men whose facial features are reminiscent of rodents like mice, rats or hamsters. I know, it might not seem like the most flattering of comparisons to start with, but it seems like rodent men are genuinely becoming the latest kind of sex symbol.

What does a "rodent man" look like then? Where did the term come from? Isn't calling someone a “hot rodent man” somewhat reductive? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why are mini animals so popular?

Why does walking through doorways make us forget things?

Could smartphone use be giving you text neck?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 28/6/2024

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We don’t know about you, but some nights we just can’t fall asleep without turning onto our stomach. And when we do, we seem to drift off more easily when not using a pillow. But we do sometimes wonder whether doing that could have any negative health impact.

Just like your mattress and bed base, the pillow plays a key role in sleep quality, but it’s often the most overlooked part of our bedding. You see, experts say that a pillow should help keep your spine properly aligned while you sleep, maintaining its natural curve, especially at the neck. That helps reduce pressure on the intervertebral discs, preventing tension in the cervical area.

What are some of the other benefits? Are there any cases when it’s better not to use a pillow? What should you do if you keep waking up in pain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How can I sleep well with a blocked nose?

Is sleeping in bad for your health?

Can our bodies really catch up on lost sleep?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 7/10/2024

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November is synonymous with Black Friday, great deals but what cost? Over consumption is endangering our already fragile planet. Is it time to change our ways? This week Do You Really Know is highlighting concepts and initiatives about reducing our consumption.

All week long we’ll be discussing anticonsumerist trends as an alternative to Black Friday. Zero waste is a good example of one that has become very popular in recent years. The practice helps reduce consumption of non-recyclables but it’s also plain common sense. Let’s look at some simple ways to recycle waste at home and also save some cash while you’re at it.

What about composting fruits and vegetables? What about food that has already gone bad? What about waste that isn't organic? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is premium mediocre - the illusion of luxury?

What is Gross National Happiness, a potential alternative to GDP?

Why are my ears ringing?

A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 23/11/2022

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Around the age of 4, children develop a preference for using one of their hands to complete certain tasks, like drawing for example. The same goes for foot preference, when it comes to which foot they use to start going up a flight of stairs, or to kick a ball. It even goes for our eyes and ears.

Generally when a child reaches the age of five, their preference for using one side of the body to carry out tasks is truly ingrained. This developmental process is known as right-left asymmetry. According to the US National Library of Medicine, 85-90% of adults are right-handed.

What dictates whether we prefer using our left or right hand? Isn’t being left-handed hereditary? Why do people say that left-handed people are more creative? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Is eating bread actually bad for you?

How can I eat healthy on a budget?

Are men still being paid more than women?

A Bababam Originals podcast. A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 13/4/2023

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Anal sex has become more and more popular in recent years, and that’s true for young people in particular. In August 2022, The Guardian reported on a survey conducted by National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyle, which found that 28.5% of 16 to 24-year-olds were engaging in anal sex, up from a previous figure of just 12.5% from “recent decades”.

Anal sex doesn’t come without its risks though. For one thing, doing it unprotected carries significantly higher risks of sexually transmitted infection, including HIV. According to the NHS, that’s because “the lining of the anus is thin and can easily be damaged”.

What kind of other issues are we talking about? Why are more people having anal sex than before? What’s the safest way to have anal? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why are famous women being targeted by transvestigations?

What is premium mediocre - the illusion of luxury?

Is your employer tracking you while you work from home?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 22/5/2024

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