Episodes

  • Can I reuse sunscreen from one year to the next?

    Can I reuse sunscreen from one year to the next?
    Jul 4 2025
    Sunscreen is essential when on holiday, and in the summer in general. But it doesn’t come cheap, and often the contents aren’t fully used by the time the holiday is over. It’s tempting to reuse bottles from one year to the next, to save money and reduce waste. What many people don’t know though is whether sunscreen remains effective once it’s been opened, or whether using an out-of-date product is dangerous. How can I tell if my sunscreen has expired? What are the risks of using out-of-date sunscreen? What steps should I take to stay safe? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: Why do some people believe in ghosts? What is the placebo effect and how does it work? Could chronoworking make you work more efficiently? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 16/08/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • How can I get cheaper flight tickets?

    How can I get cheaper flight tickets?
    Jul 4 2025
    According to recent data from personal finance website NimbleFins, the average British family of four spent around £4,678 for a 9-night holiday abroad in 2023. And of that total amount, £1,828 went towards flights, nearly 40%, reflecting the reality that air fares still account for a high proportion of the total cost of a holiday. And experts say that flight prices are set to continue rising in the coming years, as more expensive sustainable aviation fuels are brought in to replace traditional kerosene. With that in mind, let’s discuss some ways in which you can make some savings on the most expensive part of your next holiday. What should I do if I’m buying online? When’s the best time to make my booking? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How much do surrogate mothers get paid?⁠ ⁠What is the Barnum effect?⁠ ⁠How to spot, prevent and treat heatstroke ?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 14/01/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • What does eating junk food do to our brains?

    What does eating junk food do to our brains?
    Jul 4 2025
    We all know about the physical consequences of having an unbalanced diet, and one that includes a lot of junk food in particular. In the short term eating lots of it can lead a person to put on weight and see their blood pressure increase, while it can also potentially lead to long-term conditions like diabetes or heart disease. But studies are increasingly clear on the fact that junk food can also impair our brain functions, particularly memory. Scientists have not yet fully explained this mechanism, and it appears that it's not the only repercussion on our cognitive abilities. How exactly does junk food impair brain function ? On the contrary, does eating well have beneficial effects on the brain ? What can we do to resist junk food? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What are the biggest misconceptions on beating heatwaves?⁠ ⁠What are the health benefits of using sex toys?⁠ ⁠Which foods should I avoid after their expiry date?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast: 30/07/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Do our brains really tell the whole story about us?

    Do our brains really tell the whole story about us?
    Jul 3 2025
    You know how sometimes you might indulge in a bit too much junk food, or maybe the kids aren’t acing their tests, or perhaps you’re navigating the single life? Hold up—before you start to worry, there’s a seemingly scientific explanation for all of it, and it points to one place: our brains. Neuroscience has become the go-to for decoding life’s issues, spanning medicine, economics, politics, and education. But hold your horses—some experts are raising the red flag on “neuromania,” the tendency to oversimplify our behaviors down to just brain activity. In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: Could gamophobia be hurting your relationship? How do I know when to end a friendship? How often should I wash my hair? A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 13/6/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Could mate poaching be a threat to your relationship?

    Could mate poaching be a threat to your relationship?
    Jul 3 2025
    All romantic relationships come with challenges, and one of the biggest hurdles tends to be fidelity. Over the years, there have been a number of studies on the prevalence of cheating, but it’s tricky to know how reliable data from those studies is. After all, it relies on people owning up to unfaithful behaviour. Generally speaking though, surveys from the likes of YouGov have suggested that around one in five people in the UK have had an affair at some point in their life. Why don’t these mate poachers just look for someone who’s actually available? Is there any way to spot a “mate poacher”? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can I save money on back-to-school supplies?⁠ ⁠What is the coffee cup test in job interviews?⁠ ⁠Could the deep work technique help me concentrate better at work?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 4/9/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • How do you get rid of fruit flies in the kitchen?

    How do you get rid of fruit flies in the kitchen?
    Jul 3 2025
    These tiny insects, which reproduce at an astonishing rate, often invade our kitchens. They are particularly attracted to damp areas, stagnant water, organic waste, and ripe fruit—especially in warm weather. Fruit flies, or midges, can lay up to 100 eggs a day. While studies indicate that flies can carry bacteria, viruses, and parasites, the midges in our homes are generally harmless. They can transmit bacteria and minor food-borne viruses, but rarely cause serious diseases. This is reassuring, but it doesn’t mean we want them around! So, how can you get rid of them? Are they a health hazard? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What are the biggest misconceptions on beating heatwaves?⁠ ⁠What are the health benefits of using sex toys?⁠ ⁠Which foods should I avoid after their expiry date?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 4/9/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    4 mins