Every year it’s the same old story: autumn arrives, the trees start shedding their leaves, and somehow we also just feel drained.

There’s less daylight, more fatigue, zero motivation and as it turns out, it’s not all in your head. This seasonal tiredness has even been given the name pumpkin spice fatigue. That’s right, like the coffee!

Why do we get so tired then? What’s the best way to shake it off then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What’s the "Cuffing Season" everyone's talking about right now?

Should I start my Christmas shopping in autumn?

How can I protect myself from winter viruses?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

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Whether they’re soft-boiled, fried, poached, or whipped into cakes and pies, eggs are a kitchen favorite for good reason. In the UK the average person consumes about 175 eggs per year, that’s about 3 eggs weekly. 

They are packed with vitamins D, E, A, and B12, plus minerals like iron, zinc, and magnesium, making eggs a healthy choice. They’re also brimming with essential fatty acids—omega 3, 6, and 9—to support brain function and the immune system. But that’s not all: eggs are protein-rich, rivaling meat and fish. In fact two eggs equate to a modest 100-gram steak, and our bodies love these proteins, especially the 8 essential amino acids they provide.

Why are eggs good for you? But what about cholesterol? Do eggs contribute to weight gain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠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 Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 28/5/2024

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Our brain, much like our muscles, benefits from its own form of exercise. Through dedicated training and stimulation, we can enhance our cognitive abilities, a testament to the remarkable phenomenon known as ‘neural plasticity’.

Neural plasticity is the brain’s remarkable ability to adapt and reorganise itself. According to the Foundation for Brain Research, when we encounter a new concept, our brain responds by forging fresh neural connections. With consistent practice, these connections grow stronger and more efficient, leading to improved performance.

What is Neural Plasticity? Can Intelligence Be Enhanced? What role does a healthy lifestyle play? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠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: 6/6/2024

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Do you ever feel bad about swearing out of frustration? You know, when someone cuts in front of you while you're driving, you stub your toe or you accidentally delete an important file from your phone or PC. 

Well its understandable if you want to keep your emotions under control, or not set a bad example to any children around you. But maybe you shouldn't actually feel bad. It turns out that saying rude words may actually be good for us. And that's according to science!

How come? Are there any specific situations in which it helps then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Could Britain ever rejoin the EU?⁠

⁠What 5 foods can improve brain performance?⁠

⁠What is pandemic skip?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 15/1/2024

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Walking is something we all do every day, but did you know it has numerous health benefits? It’s not just a simple way to get from point A to point B; walking can improve cardiovascular health, boost your mood, and even enhance your overall well-being. According to specialists, it can also help you lose weight under certain conditions. By incorporating regular, brisk walks into your routine, you can take advantage of these benefits and work towards your weight loss goals.

First, you need to walk enough. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends at least 10,000 steps a day to stay fit and maintain a stable weight. But if your goal is to lose weight, you’ll need to walk more and at a higher intensity. To really shed those pounds, aim to walk at least three times a week for an hour or more at a brisk pace (between 6 and 8 km/h) and maintain a heart rate between 135 and 160 beats per minute.

So, what are those conditions? Is that enough to lose weight? Is one type of walking more effective than another? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What is the 10-10-10 method for dealing with everyday worries?⁠

⁠Why has astrology come back into fashion?⁠

⁠What are the most addictive foods?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast : 4/9/2024

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Towels, used to dry our freshly washed bodies, quickly become dirty, collecting dead skin cells, perspiration, bacteria and fungi that thrive in damp environments. This can lead to fungal infections and skin problems. To manage this, use separate towels for the body and face, and ensure they are thoroughly dried between uses to minimise bacterial growth.

Experts recommend washing towels at a high temperature, ideally 60°C or above, to effectively eliminate bacteria and fungi. Lower temperatures, such as 30° to 40°, are only effective on light stains and may not fully sanitise the towels. Over time, the accumulation of microbes makes thorough cleaning more challenging.

How should you wash your towels? What are the best cleaning tips for toothbrushes? What about make-up brushes? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠What is the 10-10-10 method for dealing with everyday worries?⁠

⁠Why has astrology come back into fashion?⁠

⁠What are the most addictive foods?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First Broadcast: 11/9/2024

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A Swiss survey from 2023 suggests they do: 73% of women said they never watch pornography, compared to just 17% of men. Talking about porn consumption is still taboo and even more so for women.

Sexologist and psychotherapist Patrizia Anex says that’s no surprise. Admitting to watching and enjoying porn is still frowned upon, she explains. Many women do it quietly, fearing judgment.

But do women actually watch less porn, or just keep it to themselves? And how do women feel about the porn that’s out there? So why are more women watching now? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is revenge porn?

What is poverty porn?

What is Pornhub?

A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

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Let’s face it, life throws curveballs at us—being stuck in traffic, a demanding boss, or even chores piling up at home. Anger is a natural response, but unchecked, it can wreak havoc on our personal and professional lives.

Slow down and above all breathe! Breathing is crucial for getting rid of anger. By fully oxygenating the brain, it switches from a fight or flight reaction to immediate relaxation. As LeKisha Edwards Alesii, a chartered psychologist and owner of the Durham Health and Emotional Wellbeing Centre in the United States, explains in the pages of the Huffington Post:

What can you do to calm down when you feel anger bubbling up? What's the second tip? Any last words of advice? 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?⁠

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One of the consequences of the pandemic has been the increased interest and possibility for people to work from home. For many it is a great option, but increasingly employers are worried about time theft. Time theft is a catch all term for employees being paid for being at work when they were not really working.

It could be because of things like taking longer breaks than scheduled; logging off early; or using work time to do personal tasks. This has all been illustrated rather well with the case of Karlee Besse who worked remotely as an accountant. But she was fired and sued her company for unfair dismissal and was awarded compensation.

What is time theft? What is TimeCamp? What is the problem with ‘bossware’ ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠⁠Why are brownouts getting more and more common in the work world?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Which are the dirtiest parts of our bodies?⁠⁠

⁠⁠Why do we hiccup?⁠⁠

A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.

First broadcast: 26/1/2023

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"Love is abundant, and every relationship is unique." That might not seem like the most controversial of statements, but it’s actually the first point of The short instructional manifesto for relationship anarchy, originally written in Swedish by blogger Andie Nordgren back in 2006. 

Just as political anarchy sees all rules and authority thrown out of the window, relationship anarchy rewrites the book on how a romantic partnership should work. In fact the only rules and expectations are those that partners come up with themselves and agree to. The philosophy is also known as RA for short, and it shuns traditional models of monogamy and hierarchy, instead promoting autonomy and community.

Is it complete chaos like with political anarchy then? Is it the same thing as polyamory? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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⁠Could assisted dying become legal in the UK?⁠

⁠How can I improve my concentration at work?⁠

⁠Why is generative AI set to explode in 2024?⁠

A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 24/1/2024

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