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Sparked by debates within the sungazing community, this episode shines a light on a rising conspiracy: has our sun been swapped for an artificial one? While Earth is home to many artificial suns, are they really being launched into our skies to replace the star at the centre of our Solar System?
This episode features Professor Tom Scott, Royal Academy of Engineering Professor at the University of Bristol.
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Written, Produced & Hosted by Julia Webster
Edited by Chelsey Moore
Executive Producer Mike Wooller
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Is the world gatekeeping a powerful health hack by fear-mongering the dangers of staring directly at the sun? Sungazing enthusiasts claim it can unlock spiritual potential, boost energy levels, and even inspire a plant-based lifestyle! While the risks might seem obvious to some, could the potential benefits make it worth the tradeoff?
This episode features Professor Michel Michaelides, Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital and Professor of Ophthalmology at University College London.
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There’s a special water for every wellness junkie chasing optimal hydration and health. Let’s zero in on alkaline water. Can this supposedly supercharged H2O really neutralize your body's acidity and flush out toxins, or is it just another overpriced wellness trend? While some swear by its detoxifying benefits, it might not actually be any better than what’s coming out of your tap.
This episode features Sophie Claessens, registered dietician and nutritionist and Gaby, dietician with the Gut Health Clinic in London.
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Written, Produced & Hosted by Julia Webster
Edited by Robin Warren
Executive Producer Mike Wooller
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Saturday's chaotic Oasis ticket sales have led fans to consider suing Ticketmaster over alleged illegal price gouging. With tickets soaring up to £4k for a single seat, fans are frustrated and more vulnerable to scammers targeting desperate buyers.
In this special bonus episode of Don’t Do That, Julia sits down with Tony Neate, CEO of Get Safe Online, to discuss essential tips for avoiding scams. This is a crucial episode for any music fans hoping to buy tickets without getting scammed!
More tips from Get Safe Online: Buying tickets safely online
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Written, Produced & Hosted by Julia Webster
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Nose-breathing is all the rage with biohackers looking for the most restful sleep. But will this quirky bedtime hack give you high quality Z’s and a chiseled jawline to boot? While social media enthusiasts obsess over every facial detail, let’s hope they’re not resorting to mouth taping in a desperate attempt to banish a double chin.
This episode features private and NHS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Mr. Nabeel Bhatti.
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Written, Produced & Hosted by Julia Webster
Edited by Chelsey Moore
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Is rosemary oil the secret to amazing hair growth? Or is it little more than a delightful herb for your Sunday roast? Rosemary oil has become the go-to remedy on social media, touted as a miracle for hair growth. But there’s a chance we’re all being misled by the single viral study everyone references as proof.
This episode features consultant neurosurgeon and hair transplant surgeon Dr. Ismail Ughratdar who specialises in women’s hair loss. He works with the Wimpole Clinic in London.
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Who wouldn’t want piercing blue eyes, or a dark, smouldering gaze? What if I told you there were optical surgeons prepared to give you just that? The only catch? You might go blind.
So, is permanent eye colour surgery right for you? Check out this episode and find out whether that elusive stare is worth all the knives and lasers.
This episode features corneal expert and Medical Director at Laser Eye Clinic in London, Mr. Fadi Kherdaji, and corneal specialist and NHS Ophthalmic Surgeon Mr. Ankur Barua.
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Don’t try anything that says it will add inches to your member. Stretching, vacuuming, jelqing; these techniques are no laughing matter. These techniques can even lead to injuries resulting in smaller penises. This once viral meme is still a serious point of discussion in manosphere circles across the internet. Why are men so consumed with their size when it seems their partners are perfectly satisfied? Listen and find out.
This episode features Men’s Health specialist Dr. Justin Dubin. Check out his podcast The Man Up Podcast: The Doctor’s Guide to Men’s Health
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Don’t try using ear seeds to cure anything. After Giselle Boxer sold her small metal balls to all 6 dragons on the BBC’s show Dragon’s Den, everyone wanted to know what the hell ear seeds were. In this episode, find out how ear seeds are neither ancient nor Chinese, and are certainly no panacea.
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Ever wondered if slathering mustard on your face will cure acne, or if whispering sweet nothings to your plants will make them grow faster? Spoiler alert: It probably won't.
Welcome to ‘Don't Do That,’ the brand new podcast from Metro launching on the 5th August 2024, that’s your antidote to the bonkers life hacks clogging up your feed.
Each week, your guide through the madness, Julia Webster, tackles the wildest internet myths, separating fact from fiction one trend at a time.
Expect a debunking of viral trends and a reality check on the latest "miracle cures" floating around TikTok and Instagram.
Follow us on TikTok @dontdothat.ffs and keep your BS detectors on high alert.
Until then, please—Don’t Do That!
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