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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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Nov 23, 2023 • 4min
Are gas cookers dangerous?
Gas cookers emit harmful substances that can pollute indoor air and harm your health, such as nitrogen dioxide. Recent report shows that gas cookers increase the risk of asthma in children. The podcast explores the potential health risks, suggests alternatives, and provides tips on reducing these risks.

Nov 22, 2023 • 5min
How has the slomadism trend taken off since Covid?
According to an August 2023 report by human resources company MBO Partners, the number of Americans considering themselves digital nomads increased by 131% between 2019 and 2022. That means they can travel worldwide while staying connected to their work wherever they are.The Covid-19 pandemic led to remote work being normalised, when it had already been growing thanks to factors like globalisation and the digitisation of work. However, some digital nomad workers are now tired of being on the move all year around. As a result, many have chosen to adapt their lifestyle accordingly, turning to "slomadism."What’s the difference between digital nomads and slomads? Is the lifestyle financially beneficial for slomads too? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How is AI giving a voice to the dead?Why is climbing stairs so good for you?Am I in a situationship?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 22, 2023 • 5min
Are men really more sensitive to pain than women?
When it comes to health, it’s clear that gender differences play a significant role. It's now recognized that the occurrence of diseases, their onset age, symptoms, severity, and even responses to medications differ between men and women.The question of whether men and women perceive pain differently has been a topic of scientific discourse for quite some time. It’s an important matter too, as it could influence whether treatments should be tailored based on gender. For now, current studies haven't been able to definitively settle the debate.Is there anything we do know for sure already? Are there other theories out there on gender-based pain perception? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:Is there any truth that lemon water is good for you ?Why do we get great ideas in the shower?Should I cut the electricity at home during a storm?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 2023 • 4min
Is there any truth that lemon water is good for you ?
This podcast explores the truth behind the popular drink: lemon water. It discusses its benefits like hydration and antioxidant properties while dispelling myths about its ability to alkalize and cure diseases.

Nov 20, 2023 • 4min
Should I cut the electricity at home during a storm?
As thunderclouds gather and winds intensify, the decision to shut off the power becomes a critical one, balancing safety concerns with the practicalities of daily life. The risks associated with electrical installations depend on the location of your home. For example, the consequences are more severe if your home is in a rural or mountainous area, for a number of reasons.Lightning poses a significant risk to electrical systems, and power surges can damage appliances and electronics. By cutting the electricity, you reduce the chances of electrical fires and protect your devices from potential damage.Are there any drawbacks? Is cutting the power the only option? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How is AI giving a voice to the dead?Why is climbing stairs so good for you?Am I in a situationship?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 19, 2023 • 5min
Could the PAUSE method help me make better decisions?
Are you someone who thrives on making decisions at work, or do you prefer to take a back seat and let others have the final say? Decisions can be a source of anxiety, even for those who generally like making them. That's especially true when the sheer quantity of decisions to be made adds up, and you've got a limited amount of time in which to make them. That happens frequently to people working in a high-pressure role or environment.This is down to a phenomenon known as decision fatigue, which we've talked about in the past on Do You Really Know. It's easy to get weighed down in such scenarios, but thankfully there are ways of beating decision fatigue and making effective decisions without getting burned out. One such example is the PAUSE method.Who came up with that? What do the other steps consist of in concrete terms? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:Which foods are best for burning fat?Am I in a situationship?Why is climbing stairs so good for you?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18, 2023 • 5min
Do we really use just 10% of our brains?
According to a Michael J Fox Foundation survey from 2013, 65% of Americans believe that ushumans use just 10% of our brains. That’s not really a surprise when you consider that the 10% figure has been quoted a lot over the years.Medical News Today says that it was referenced in 1936 by American writer Dale Carnegie in his book How to Win Friends and Influence People. Since then, it's been repeated over and over in newspaper articles, TV programs and films. One example is Luc Besson’s 2014 sci-fi action film Lucy, in which the character Professor Norman, played by Morgan Freeman, states: “It is estimated most humans use only 10% of their brain capacity.”Where does the idea come from then? Are you saying we actually use all of our brains then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How is AI giving a voice to the dead?Why is climbing stairs so good for you?Am I in a situationship?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 17, 2023 • 5min
How is AI giving a voice to the dead?
Have you ever seen the Black Mirror episode called "Be right back"? It aired back in February 2013 and sees a character called Ash die in a car accident, leaving behind his pregnant wife Martha. During Ash's funeral, Martha’s friend Sarah tells her about a company which creates AI versions of dead people, by using personal data they had shared online. Initially reluctant, Martha eventually caves in and tries the service. As a result, she’s able to chat with an Android Ash as if he was alive.Now, Black Mirror is well known for delving into possible future technological developments, which are sometimes purely the stuff of fantasy. But the scenario portrayed in that particular episode may become widespread in the near future. Are we saying this may actually be possible then? Do businesses see a lot of potential in deadbots? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:Why is climbing stairs so good for you?Am I in a situationship?Which foods are best for burning fat?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 16, 2023 • 4min
Why is climbing stairs so good for you?
You might try to avoid them whenever you can, opting for the lift or the escalator instead. But did you know that stairs can actually super-charge your fitness in seconds? In fact, climbing stairs has so many benefits for your health and well-being that you might want to rethink your attitude towards them. Climbing stairs is a vigorous-intensity physical activity that increases your heart rate and oxygen consumption. This boosts your cardio-respiratory fitness, which is a measure of how well your heart and lungs can deliver oxygen to your muscles. What else? And can stair climbing boost my mental health? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:What is a transference in psychiatry?Does cold weather really make us sick?How to save money on your heating bill this winter?A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 15, 2023 • 4min
Which foods are best for burning fat?
Discover the top foods that can help burn fat by boosting metabolism and increasing calorie burning, including aubergines, peppers, green tea, citrus fruits, and apples.


