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What are earworms, the songs we just can't get out of our heads?
Have you ever had a song stuck in your head for hours or even days? One that pops up randomly and repeats itself over and over again? Let’s take a mo…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Who are the "never coviders" that have scientists fascinated?
During the early months of the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us managed to avoid getting infected by following social distancing and hand hygiene guidel…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
What is the war on wee?
Public urination has long been a nuisance in the United Kingdom, as it is in many other countries. But it’s really gotten worse in the last few years…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Why do we put on weight when in a relationship?
The subject of today’s episode is something that’s happened to many of us. You meet someone special, start spending a lot of time together and gradua…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
What are "almond moms"?
Back in 2013, American reality TV show The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills featured a scene that would unexpectedly go viral nearly a decade later. …
3 months ago
Is drinking coffee really bad for your health?
Overstimulating, bad for heart health, a source of stress; coffee is often described in ways that make it sound like it’s not great for your health. …
3 months ago
Why do we get grumpy when we're hungry?
According to USA Today, the word “hangry” entered the Oxford English Dictionary in 2018. It’s a portmanteau term which combines the words “hungry” an…
3 months ago
How can I learn 1000 words in a new language?
For our 1000th episode we thought we would bring you a special edition with a focus on the number 1000 and since we have a French and a English podca…
3 months ago
Is the sugar in fruit actually good for you?
Just like vegetables, fruit is essential in a healthy and balanced diet. Ever since the UK government’s campaign in 2003, we’ve all known that we’re …
3 months ago
How can I save money on my gas bill?
As of 1st July 2023, UK energy regulator Ofgem brought the energy price cap down to £2,074, a significant fall from the previous price guarantee of £…
3 months ago