

Do you really know?
Bababam
You’ve heard about it, but do you really know it? In 3 minutes, we help you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines. After listening, you will really know for sure.
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Mar 13, 2026 • 5min
Why is sugar bad for our memory?
Sugar hides in unexpected foods like fruit and dairy. WHO intake limits and why staying below them matters are discussed. Evolutionary cravings and dopamine explain why we keep reaching for sweets. Animal and human studies link fructose and sugary drinks to memory problems and higher dementia risk. Teen brains may be especially sensitive to sugar’s lasting effects.

Mar 13, 2026 • 5min
Which foods can hurt your libido?
They explore foods and drinks that can dampen sexual desire. Alcohol’s short term boost but longer term harm gets examined. Licorice and its links to lower testosterone are discussed. Sugary sodas and metabolic risks tied to erectile problems are highlighted. The conversation focuses on common items to moderate for better libido.

Mar 12, 2026 • 5min
Can women really get a core-gasm from exercise?
A quick look at how certain workouts can spark internal orgasms distinct from sexual climax. A brief tour of historical reports and modern cases tracing the phenomenon. A rundown of exercises most linked to these sensations, from ab work to cycling and running. A note on how common the experience is among women.

Mar 12, 2026 • 5min
Does sex help us to sleep better?
They explore whether sexual activity can act as a natural sleep aid. Short studies and statistics about insomnia and post-sex sleep are highlighted. Hormones like oxytocin, endorphins, melatonin and cortisol are discussed as reasons for better sleep. Differences between partnered sex and masturbation and why men often fall asleep faster are examined.

Mar 12, 2026 • 5min
Could loud budgeting help you save money ?
They explore the TikTok trend of loud budgeting and how publicly committing to save can change behavior. The discussion covers saying no to pricey outings and aligning spending with values. Social effects like removing shame around tight budgets are highlighted. Practical starting steps and expert endorsements are briefly outlined.

Mar 11, 2026 • 5min
What is Tanaland, the Imaginary Country Battling Misogyny?
A deep dive into a fictional online country born on French TikTok where women reclaim insults and build playful symbols like flags, passports, and slogans. The conversation tracks the name’s reappropriation, reactions from men including a satirical counterpart, and why this digital nation matters as a form of resistance against misogyny.

Mar 11, 2026 • 5min
What is a kakistocracy, in the world of work ?
A quick look at what happens when incompetence rules the workplace and how that pattern spreads. A simple definition traces the word back to its Greek roots. Research-backed effects on morale, productivity and absence are outlined. Promotion dynamics and the Dilbert idea explain how unsuitable people end up in power. Practical remedies like training, whistleblowing and inclusive hiring are suggested.

Mar 11, 2026 • 6min
Could CBTI help you sleep better ?
Short, structured therapy called CBTI is explained as a way to replace unhelpful sleep habits. Evidence for CBTI helping most people with chronic insomnia is highlighted. Practical routines are discussed, like consistent wake times, morning light, caffeine and meal timing, and bedroom temperature and darkness. The role of a psychologist in reframing bedtime thoughts and supporting behaviour change is outlined.

Mar 10, 2026 • 5min
Why don't prices fall when inflation slows?
They unpack why slower inflation does not mean prices actually fall. They explore the real drivers of recent price rises like energy, commodities and global shocks. They explain why wages and corporate practices keep prices elevated. They contrast disinflation with dangerous deflation and what policy targets imply for future prices.

Mar 10, 2026 • 5min
What is xylazine, the so-called zombie drug?
A concise look at xylazine, an animal tranquilizer being mixed into street drugs and tied to rising harm. The chemistry, origins and how it affects the body are explored. The discussion covers why it is combined with fentanyl and the harsh physical wounds linked to its use. Reports of its spread across the US and a recorded UK case are also examined.


