Podcast Episodes

Cryptocurrency Explained

The world of cryptocurrency can be confusing. There’s no tangible money and no clunky coins. Instead we hear about things like Ethereum, Bitcoin and …

2 years, 5 months ago

How removing tattoos can help people cope with trauma

Gang members and victims of sex trafficking are often tattooed against their will. For those who escape, their tattoos become permanent reminders of …

2 years, 5 months ago

Is there a right way to be masculine?

There’s so much stuff online about masculinity; guys telling you how to get buff, what to eat and how to talk to women. Sometimes a particular type o…

2 years, 5 months ago

Marvel mishaps: Are we sick of superheroes?

Ever since ‘Iron Man’ and ‘The Dark Knight’ impressed audiences in 2008, superhero movies have been a major player in the film industry.

Marvel have b…

2 years, 5 months ago

Delhi smog: How India is tackling air pollution

Delhi is often described as the most polluted city in the world. Right now the air quality is so bad the government has ordered all primary schools t…

2 years, 5 months ago

Ukraine: Life in a warzone

Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Nearly two years later, fighting is still going on. Lives are being lost and sha…

2 years, 5 months ago

Asexuality: Is it the 'invisible' sexual orientation?

Asexuality – broadly defined as not experiencing sexual attraction — has been called “the invisible orientation”. Asexual people say they’re often mi…

2 years, 5 months ago

How do you tackle toxic behaviour in gaming?

Online multiplayer can be a toxic environment, especially for female players and people of colour. There are criticisms that not enough is being done…

2 years, 5 months ago

Are "super-shoes" giving some runners an unfair advantage?

The Kenyan runner Kelvin Kiptum has just set a new marathon world record. He did it wearing “super-shoes”. Sports brands are racing to design new tra…

2 years, 5 months ago

The secret life of Chinese social media apps

Canada has banned the all-in-one Chinese social media app, WeChat, on government devices. Even though TikTok has received loads of attention for pote…

2 years, 5 months ago