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According to USA Today, the word “hangry” entered the Oxford English Dictionary in 2018. It’s a portmanteau term which combines the words “hungry” and “angry”. While it might sound a little silly or light-hearted, there’s evidence to suggest that getting grumpy is a pretty common reaction to feeling hungry. The scientific reasons aren’t completely clear. But it kind of makes sense when you consider that the hypothalamus in the brain not only regulates feelings of hunger and fullness, but is also responsible for regulating mood. Getting grumpy when hungry is also a survival reflex to some extent. After all, our ancestors were hunter-gatherers, so being hungry was literally a threat to their lives.What exactly happens in our bodies when we're hungry ? Could that be due to hypoglycemia ? What can I do to avoid getting in a bad mood if I can't eat ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !To listen to the last episodes, you can click here :What is the war on wee?Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?How can we choose the right sunscreen product?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During the early months of the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us managed to avoid getting infected by following social distancing and hand hygiene guidelines. But the virus caught up with most people sooner or later, even those who were particularly cautious.   And yet there are some people out there who have still never had Covid, three and a half years since it emerged. Scientists believe some of them may be naturally immune, thanks to their genetic make-up.Is that the same as being asymptomatic ? How can we identify them ? Are we sure that there are people out there who are immune to Covid ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !To listen to the last episodes, you can click here :What is the war on wee?Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?How can we choose the right sunscreen product?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve already talked about flygskam and the no-fly movement in the past. Today, let’s discuss the shift towards train travel which has come about as a result, and the pride which people take in it! In Sweden, they even came up with a name for it, which is tagskryt, and translates as “triain bragging”!The train has always been the preferred mode of transport for some people. Let’s face it; it’s easy to sit back comfortably, read a book, work or simply stare out of the window at the countryside sights going by. For others, switching to the train has been an enforced change of habit, brought on by realising what a negative impact flying has on the planet. Another Scandinavian buzzword, huh! Is it really worth bragging about it on social media? Is flying really that much worse than taking the train? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !Date of first release : Septembre 16th, 2022To listen to the latest episodes, click here:Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?How can we choose the right sunscreen product?What is domotics, the technology behind smart homes?A podcast written and realised by Joseph ChanceIn partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think back to the story of Peter Pan, and more specifically the character of Wendy Darling, Peter’s friend who accompanies him to Neverland. She’s the eldest and most mature of the Darling siblings, and acts as a mother figure to Peter too. You could definitely describe her as caring, nurturing, responsible and self-sacrificing. Well those may sound like totally positive characteristics, but there is a flipside too. There are a lot of caring, nurturing people out there who just constantly need to satisfy others and tend to neglect themselves as a consequence.Who coined the term “Wendy Syndrome” to describe such people ? Is it a natural inclination? Is it similar to emotional labor ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here :Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?What is domotics, the technology behind smart homes?What is Lima Syndrome?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the biggest indirect impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic has been that on people’s mental health. Limited social interactions have led to feelings of loneliness increasing for many, all across the world.In light of this, it comes as no surprise that people have been actively seeking friendships and connections with others more than ever before. Data from Tinder suggests that the average number of conversations, and the average length of conversations, increased during lockdown.What are some examples? How do these friendship apps work? Why do people use friendship apps? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !Date of first release : August 22nd, 2022To listen to the last episodes, you can click here :What 5 foods can improve brain performance?How have Pride Parades evolved over the last 50 years?Why do we put on weight when in a relationship?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, and that’s down to the Covid-19 crisis in particular. British authorities decided to close public toilets for hygiene reasons. And that’s actually exacerbated a longer-term trend, which has seen around 50% of public toilets closed in the last decade, according to the managing director of the British Toilet Association, as quoted by The Guardian.  And public toileting is actually a health problem in itself. After all, urine can erode buildings and create pollution. It’s prompted cities around the world to clamp down, in a phenomenon media outlets have playfully labelled the “war on wee”.What are authorities doing to deter people? What creative solutions have been seen? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here :Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?What is domotics, the technology behind smart homes?What is Lima Syndrome?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wimbledon is the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world, dating back to 1877. It is also one of the few sporting events that has a strict dress code for players: they must wear almost entirely white clothing and shoes. This is one of the most famous traditions of Wimbledon, dating back to the late 19th century. Some people think that it has to do with etiquette and tradition, as tennis was originally a sport for the upper class in Britain. But is that really the case? What are the rules for players? What should spectators wear at Wimbledon? What is the dress code for the royal box at Wimbledon? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!o listen to the last episodes, you can click here:What 5 foods can improve brain performance?Why do we put on weight when in a relationship?How can I save on my water bill?A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve ever had a “conversation” with Siri, Google Assistant or Alexa, you may well have been using a domotics system, without necessarily knowing what that means. The term refers to the use of robotic technology and electronic systems for controlling home appliances and devices. It’s also known as home automation, or simply a “smart home”.And indeed the use of smart home devices has really taken off in the last decade or so. Devices like smart thermostats, security systems, intelligent lights and smart appliances have become more and more common. According to data shared by Finbold in 2021, 24.9% of internet users in the UK said they owned smart home devices. That figure was almost double the global average.Where did domotics come from? What are the main benefits? Are domotics systems expensive? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:What 5 foods can improve brain performance?Why do we put on weight when in a relationship?How can I save on my water bill?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may have heard of Stockholm Syndrome, which is when a hostage or a victim develops a positive bond with their captor or abuser. But did you know that there is an opposite of Stockholm Syndrome, which sees that dynamic flipped? It’s called Lima Syndrome.The rare and intriguing phenomenon is named after the Peruvian capital city of Lima. It emerged in the context of a turbulent period in Peruvian history. Lima Syndrome isn’t necessarily a pathological condition, but it highlights the complexity of human emotions and the power dynamics at play in hostage situations.Where does the name come from? When did we first observe this syndrome ? Why does it happen? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:What 5 foods can improve brain performance?Why do we put on weight when in a relationship?How can I save on my water bill?A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eating a healthy diet that includes a lot of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and fish can help you keep your brain in tip-top shape. There are plenty of brain boosting foods but here are five that you might want to start including. First of all, oily fish. When people talk about brain foods this is often at the top of the list. This type of fish includes salmon, trout, tuna, herring, and sardines, all of which are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s are a major building block of the brain, and they play a role in sharpening memory and improving mood, as well as protecting your brain against cognitive decline. What if you do not eat fish? What foods are good for memory? What’s an all round good food for the brain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:Why do we put on weight when in a relationship?How can I save on my water bill?Are blue eyes really more sensitive to light?A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue.In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices