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When summer comes, there are many opportunities to go for a few drinks, whether that be post-work with colleagues or on holiday with friends or family. Not to mention barbecues, family meals and outings on the weekend. It’s pretty easy to end up drinking several nights a week.Bear in mind that according to the NHS, a low-risk consumption of alcohol is 14 units per week or less. But 21% of adults actually drink more than that. A lot of people struggle in moderation and end up drinking amounts that could harm their health in the long run, by raising their blood pressure, disrupting sleep patterns and  increasing anxiety or depression.In what does this method consist? Is it useful for everyone? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How can I cut my summer holiday spending?How can I stay cool at home during summer?What are the best holiday destinations?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Smoothies can be seen pretty prominently in organic food stores and supermarkets during the summer. They’ve been a popular choice for years now and come with a reputation for being healthy too. Many people believe that they’re a convenient way of consuming fruit and vegetables, and that they’re also effective at preventing snacking between meals. What’s the difference between a smoothie and fruit juice? Are smoothies healthier than fruit juice? Can you drink smoothies every day?  In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How can I cut my summer holiday spending?How can I stay cool at home during summer?What are the best holiday destinations?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 podcast then what better subject than about learning 1000 words in a new language. According to some experts, 1000 words is the magic number that can help you achieve a basic communicative level in any language. With 1000 words, you can understand most of the everyday speech of native speakers, and you can express yourself on a variety of topics.But how do you learn 1000 words quickly and effectively? What else can you do to make sure you don't forget your new words? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How can I cut my summer holiday spending?How can I stay cool at home during summer?What are the best holiday destinations?A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to comparison website Finder.com, UK residents plan to spend an average of over £2100 on holidays abroad in the year 2023. Spending abroad has bounced back to pre-pandemic levels, having plummeted in 2020 and 2021, when travel restrictions were in place.Still, while many of us are making up for lost time when it comes to holidays, there’s also the small matter of a cost of living crisis to deal with. Thankfully there are some ways in which you can satisfy your holiday needs without breaking the bank.How can I avoid paying top dollar for travel and accomodation ?What about food and cultural activities ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !To listen to the last episodes, you can click here :Who invented emojis?Why do we love hate-watching certain films and series?How can the unisex condom improve my sex life?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brits have just experienced the hottest June on record, according to the Met Office. The average mean temperature across the UK was 15.8°C, nearly a full degree higher than the previous record. July is also expected to be hotter than average, and a heatwave isn’t out of the question. So it’s important to be prepared for high temperatures, especially at home.What is the ideal temperature to have at home? When should I be airing my home during hot spells? Are there any other tips ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How to follow the beach flag system?Is the sugar in fruit actually good for you?How can I save money on my gas bill?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone has their own expectations when it comes to summer holidays. Regardless, you don't necessarily have to travel far to have a good time. At least, that's what 31% of British people think, according to research from TripAdvisor. That’s the proportion of people who plan to holiday exclusively in the UK this year. But for others, going on holiday is all about turning dreams of exotic destinations into a reality. Let's discuss some of the top domestic and international destinations for 2023.What are the best destinations within the UK? Is going to Europe really that expensive? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How to follow the beach flag system?Is the sugar in fruit actually good for you?How can I save money on my gas bill?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The beach flag system is a way of indicating the safety conditions of the water and the beach. It helps you to avoid potential hazards and enjoy your time at the beach.Not all countries use the same flags or have the same meanings for them. In some countries, such as the USA and Canada, there are more than four colours of flags, such as brown for rip currents or double red for water closed. Therefore, it is important to check the local signs and flags before entering the water in a any country.What do the different colours mean ? Do all countries follow the same rules ? What other flags might you see in the UK ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How can you secure your home before leaving on holiday?What is last chance tourism?Which are the best cities in the world to live in?A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 supposed to get our “five a day”. And a lot of fruit tends to be pretty sweet, especially when ripe. That’s because fruit contains sugar, and more specifically a large amount of fructose with little glucose.The problem with fructose is that it easily converts into fat in the liver. For the same quantity of fructose and glucose, fructose will produce more fat in the liver. And that can have a significant effect on metabolism. If consumed in large amounts, it could lead to hepatic steatosis, or fatty liver, a phenomenon that is increasingly common with obesity.What is fructose ? Is fructose better than glucose for health ? Should we be avoiding fruit ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How can you secure your home before leaving on holiday?What is last chance tourism?Which are the best cities in the world to live in?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 £2,500 that was introduced by the government in October 2022. Prices had soared mostly due to an increase in wholesale energy costs caused by the war in Ukraine. Bear in mind the price cap is based on an estimate for a dual fuel household paying by direct debit based on typical consumption. It’s not an absolute cap on your energy bill, so if you consume more than the average, you will pay more.Do I need to do anything with my boiler ? What about changing provider ; is that allowed ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:How can you secure your home before leaving on holiday?What is last chance tourism?Which are the best cities in the world to live in?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a number of possible reasons why people don’t manage to save as much money as they would like. For example: paying for things with a credit card can make you forget how much you’ve spent, or you simply don’t earn enough to save in the first place. You might feel like money saving methods simply won’t ever work for you.But let's go back to basics. A simple Japanese technique called “kakeibo” could just revolutionise your relationship with money. The word “kakeibo” roughly translates as "household expense book". It refers to a notebook where you list your income and expenses, divided into several categories. But there’s a purpose behind all of it, of course, which is being able to save money you otherwise wouldn’t.Where does this method come from ? And why would it work better than other techniques ? How do I get started then ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:What is Rufus the Hawks job at Wimbledon?What is an eco-friendly beach ?Why do we get grumpy when we're hungry?A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices