If there are any teenagers out there listening in, chances are you have faced an acne breakout at some point in the recent past, or perhaps you're even going through that now. Rest assured, that was the case for many of us adults too when we were your age, and for some people, acne continues to be a nuisance into adulthood.

It’s tied to a number of factors including hormonal shifts, genetics, lifestyle, and diet. These blemishes basically result from an excess of sebum. Regular listeners will remember that sebum contributes to the skin's hydrolipidic film, protecting it from various threats and maintaining hydration.

Is squeezing pimples a good idea? What should I do once the pimple has been drained? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why do women live longer than men?

Does money really make us happy?

Do I need to take vitamin D supplements?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 31/1/2024

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A lot of things happen to our bodies when we fall in love. Some of the obvious physical reactions are getting butterflies in the stomach, dilated pupils and a racing heartbeat. Another one that many of us have experienced is losing our appetite. 

You know the feeling: you're so smitten with your new crush that you can barely eat a bite. You skip breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and instead spend hours daydreaming about them or talking to them on the phone.

What's actually going on inside the body when this happens? How do you explain that some people put on weight when in a relationship? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is the olive theory from Tiktok?

How does the vagus nerve affect your health?

What is climate shadow, the newest way to measure your impact on global warming?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 23/9/2022

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Today, we're going to talk about a condition that affects millions of people around the world, but is rarely discussed openly. It's called shy bladder syndrome, or paruresis, and it's a type of social anxiety disorder that makes it difficult or impossible to pee in public restrooms or with people nearby.

This happens when people are psychologically blocked, which tightens the sphincters - muscles that control the opening and closing of the bladder outlet. It refers to both a minor passing discomfort and an extreme situation that literally prevents a person from relieving themselves when not alone or not in private restrooms. 

How common of a condition is it? Is it the fear of being seen or heard that causes this disorder? What can be done to address these blockages? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How can I reduce my belly fat?

What are the health benefits of algae?

Why do people say that black cats bring bad luck?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 5/8/2023

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You may have seen it on the news, on social media, or even on the tube: hundreds of people riding the underground with no trousers on, in the middle of winter. On Sunday the 7th of December London commuters braved the cold to strip off to their underwear for this unusual event.

The No Trousers Tube Ride, as it is officially called, is an annual event that takes place on the first Sunday of January. It started in London in 2009, inspired by the No Pants Subway Ride, which was created by Improv Everywhere, a New York-based comedy collective, in 2002.

What does it mean? Is it a protest, a prank, or a party? What is the reaction to the event? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What are the pros and cons of homeownership in the UK?

How can I make and keep my new year’s resolutions?

Why does the year begin on January 1st?

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 11/1/2024

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Everybody loves a rags-to-riches story, but the reality is social mobility is far from easy. Class-passers are those who manage to successfully improve their status and navigate their new life as part of a higher socioeconomic group.

To understand class-passing, let’s first discuss the idea of social classes. Within our societies, people are divided according to factors like their family background, education, wealth, occupation and income. Most commonly these categories are described as the lower, middle and upper classes. A person’s life path and opportunities are often defined by their social background. For example, just 26% of poorer school pupils in the UK went on to higher education in 2017, compared to 44% among their better-off peers.

Is there a surefire way to climb the social ladder? Or do I just need to hope for a lucky break? Shouldn’t class-passers be proud to have made it? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Is it bad to drink water with a meal?

Are Skyr yoghurts really good for you?

Why is physical contact important for our health?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First broadcast : 11/3/2021

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Have you ever noticed how your eyelids tend to start twitching at the end of a long day, or when you haven’t got enough sleep the previous night?

Well, first of all there’s no need to panic, it’s actually a benign phenomenon. It’s known as benign fasciculation syndrome, or myokymia. But still there are some things you can do about it.

What can be done to avoid this? What if the problem persists over time? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Which foods shouldn't be eaten together?

What is xylazine, the so-called zombie drug?

How can I stop smoking?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 27/9/2023

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Knowing the difference between right and left is crucial for various daily activities like driving and navigation. While most of us take this skill for granted, a significant portion of the population faces challenges with it. A study published in 2020 in the Journal of Experimental Psychology estimated that one in six adults struggles to distinguish their right from their left.

Of course, if you turn the wrong way when out in the street, it can be a minor inconvenience. You might get lost, or turn up late for an appointment for example. But in some cases, confusing left and right can be a matter of life and death. It might sound unlikely, but all too many times, surgery has been carried out on the wrong side of a patient’s body due to human error, with tragic consequences. And back in 2010 it emerged that the sinking of the Titanic may have actually been caused by a left-right steering error.

So, how does this actually work? Now, why is this such a challenge? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is an oil shock?

Could Turmeric help indigestion?

What is reverse ageing?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 23/10/2023

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People often refer to themselves as cat person or dog person, as well as meaning that they prefer this animal to the other, it implies that they identify with certain characteristics associated with their preferred pet, dogs are loyal, cats are smart, dogs can be trained to help people, cats cannot and so on. 

The social psychologist Samuel D Gosling of the University of Texas studied the personality traits of so-called “dog people” and “cat people”. He found that cat people tend to score higher on neuroticism and openness to experiences, whereas dog people are more extroverted, agreeable and conscientious. Cat people tend to also be more sensitive, creative and curious, but more prone to anxiety and stress. Whereas dog people, on the other hand, are more sociable, cooperative and reliable, but also more conventional and conformist.

But why do these personality traits match with our preference for cats or dogs? And what else makes someone a cat person? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why are more and more people paying to find love?

Should I start my Christmas shopping in autumn?

What is a power nap?

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 7/11/2023

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A power nap is a short sleep which is long enough to give an energy boost, but not so long that you enter deep sleep. The term was coined by American social psychologist James Maas, a professor at Cornell University. Science shows that power naps could be of benefit to employees in the workplace, where efficiency is key.

Sometimes, a power nap lasts just a few seconds, in which case it’s referred to as a microsleep. Dali would do it in a seated position, holding a spoon between his fingers. When he started to fall asleep, his grip on the spoon would loosen and the sound of the spoon hitting the floor would of course wake him up immediately.

So I can just fall asleep at my desk and my boss will be OK about it? Will I become smarter if I have a power nap every day after my lunch break? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Should I be cleaning my belly button?

What do you get better at with age?

Why has astrology come back into fashion?

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

In partnership with upday UK.

First broadcast: 16/3/2022

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The idea might seem like something out of a fantasy, but “Foreign Accent Syndrome” is a genuine, albeit very rare, neurological condition! It sees a person begin to speak with an accent different to the one they had prior to having a stroke; one which makes them sound like they come from an entirely different country!

Since the first case was discovered in France in 1907, there have only been about 100 documented cases worldwide, according to the Cleveland Clinic. But certain cases have attracted the attention of the media and scientific researchers alike. One dates back to 1941 in Oslo, Norway, during a period of German occupation. 

What is the foreign accent syndrom? What exactly happens in the brain in such cases? How serious can the syndrome be? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How to spot, prevent and treat heatstroke ?

What are the strangest reactions caused by an orgasm?

How can I learn 1000 words in a new language?

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

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