Did you know that 25% of the population are classified as 'super tasters'? Or how about by the age of 5 most children stop being fussy about what they eat? Well, clearly some of us didn't get the memo on the latter as both Sarah and Marcus put their cases forward for being picky eaters. Chris gives some interesting advice on how to improve your palate and explains how he overcame his hatred of tomatoes and mushrooms. Find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod. Happy listening!
May 27, 2021•31 min
The phrase 'don’t judge a book by its cover' suggests that outward appearances are not a reliable indication of the true character of someone or something. However, every week or even every day we make all sorts of quick decisions which indicate that we often do that very thing. Chris, Marcus and Sarah discuss situations and examples when judging a book by its cover is helpful, harmful or just downright confusing. Find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod. Happy listening!
May 20, 2021•33 min
Hi everyone and welcome to a brand new season of Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! This week we're talking about memorable first time experiences. Among the weird and wonderful memories Chris tells us about his first ever fight, Sarah talks us through her first ever heart break and Marcus reminisces about his first time on a plane in which he seemingly had access all areas. Find us on social media here @aqqapod and if you like what you hear then please give us a lovely little revie...
May 13, 2021•32 min
In light of that unfortunate ship blocking up the Suez Canal this week we're talking about small things that cause great impacts. Rosa Parks, Kaiser Wilhelm II and mosquitos are just some of the talking points in this week's pod. This is our final pod before we break for Easter. We shall be back in a few weeks though. Make sure you're subscribed to the pod so you don't miss us when we return. It'll be quicker than you think! Find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod. Happy listening!...
Apr 01, 2021•31 min
Have you ever lied to a bride on her wedding day about how she looks? Have you ever exaggerated parts of your CV? Would you lie if it meant your team benefitted from it? This week on the pod Chris, Marcus and Sarah are talking about lying. When can we lie? When should we lie? Or is it always best just to be honest? Find us on social media @aqqapod. Happy listening!
Mar 25, 2021•34 min
This week the gang talk about things that can ruin a good holiday or turn an average holiday into a great one. There's talk of food poisoning, military coups and talking politics to the locals. Find us on insta and twitter @aqqapod. Happy listening!
Mar 18, 2021•31 min
In the current climate much of public opinion is rather polarised. We're currently in a very argumentative age with the option of agreeing to disagree seemingly not available. However, disagreeing with people is healthy if done well and shouldn't be shied away from. This week the gang talk about all that plus - Chris mentions some handy tips to be used during contentious meetings, Sarah speaks about a disagreement we had as a team and Marcus mentions Donald Trump, of course. We're on twitter and...
Mar 11, 2021•31 min
Hi gang, this week we're talking about things that are overrated. Whether it is a particular food, public figure or tourist hotspot we all have have differing ideas about what's great, what's just ok and what's ruddy awful. Sarah has a rant about a certain popular alcoholic drink, Marcus suggests a former world leader is a bit overrated and Chris brings a more philosophical suggestion to the table. Find us on insta and twitter @aqqapod. Happy listening!
Mar 04, 2021•35 min
In the UK we can see a tiny bit of light at the end of this lockdown tunnel. When the lockdown is finally over and we can fully socialise again there will be all sorts of parties and social gathering, no doubt. With that in mind, today we’re answering this question - are you a better host or guest? Sarah says she feels too much pressure when socialising around someone else's house, Chris prefers to host as he's in charge of the cooking and Marcus claims to be an excellent guest. The gang also ta...
Feb 25, 2021•31 min
This week on the pod the gang talk about some of the things people often give up or try to give up for Lent. Marcus explains how he was forced into giving something up when he was a student. Sarah tells of a time when she showed great discipline as a child one Lent. And Chris talks about fasting and amazes the others about how long he's gone without food before. Seriously, your minds will be blown with the man's discipline and perseverance. Find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod. Happy listening!...
Feb 18, 2021•29 min
This week on the pod we're talking about those famous people who's passing affected us in some way. As the media is filled with celebrity activity we can become so familiar with certain celebrities so that when they are no longer with us we can feel a sense of loss. Chris, Marcus and Sarah talk about Hollywood stars being taken too young, sporting heroes who gave us incredible moments and comedy geniuses who provided us with much laughter. Find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod. Happy listening!...
Feb 11, 2021•30 min
Greetings gang, on this week's pod we talk about break ups and broken hearts. Don't worry, the chat promises to uplift and not drag down. Sarah talks us through her experiences of break ups and suggests the 11 week/3 month rule does ring true. Chris talks candidly about his experience of a broken engagement which took years to fully get over and Marcus reckons the male response to this whole thing is rather different to the female one. Find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod. If you're the reviewi...
Feb 04, 2021•35 min
On the pod this week Chris, Marcus and Sarah talk about surprises. Sarah loves them, Chris isn't so sure and Marcus suggests a group who definitely don't like them - army generals. Whether it's a surprise at the Oscars, in the Premier League or in the political sphere they always get us talking. Find us twitter and insta @aqqapod. Happy listening!
Jan 28, 2021•32 min
Is being a genius different to being extremely intelligent or creative? Is a trailblazer or trendsetter worthy of genius status? And is 'genius' something one is born with or one can learn? This week on the pod Chris, Marcus and Sarah discuss what it takes to be called a genius. Rest assured Marcus gets his customary Billy Connolly mention in there too. If you're a social media type then find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod. If you'd like to give us a review on itunes or wherever you get your p...
Jan 21, 2021•32 min
Hi everyone, we're back and it's ruddy good to see you! Did you know blue jeans are banned in a certain Asian country? Or that a country in the European Union outlawed computer games for a bit? On the pod this week we discuss the things we'd like to ban if we were in charge. Whether petty or important everyone has at least a few things they'd like to get rid of. Chris, Marcus and Sarah certainly do. Find us on Twitter and Insta @aqqapod. Happy listening!
Jan 14, 2021•28 min
Greetings all and Happy New Year! We thought we'd give you a little new year's treat by rereleasing a vintage (yes, vintage) AQQA podcast from 2019. We will be back soon with more brand new episodes but until then please enjoy this week's episode.... Have you ever dreamed of winning millions on the lottery? Many of us have some sort of idea of what we'd do with all that money. Some lottery winners speak of the good life and how things have greatly improved for them since becoming millionaires. H...
Dec 31, 2020•30 min
Merry Christmas one and all! We said last week that we were taking a few weeks off. However, due to the new lockdown laws in the UK we thought we'd do a little bonus episode to try and bring you some festive cheer in what looks like is going to be a rather subdued Christmas for many of us. We hope you're doing as well as can be in the circumstances and that despite all that's going on you manage to have a good Christmas time. You can find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod and feel free to give us...
Dec 24, 2020•23 min
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Merry Christmas one and all! Do you enjoy giving gifts to friends and family? How do you decide what to give? Do you ever feel pressure to find the “perfect” gift? Sarah speaks of her love of giving and receiving gifts, Chris takes a more pragmatic approach and Marcus isn't convinced by any of it. Find us on social media @aqqapod and please give us a review on itunes if you're feeling generous. Happy listening and have a happy Christmas!...
Dec 17, 2020•30 min
Hi gang! On this week's episode we discuss the films we saw that left us wanting more. Not necessarily the ones we hated but rather the ones that were over hyped and under delivered. Chris gets us off to a bold start by having a go at one of the most loved films in history, Sarah was unimpressed by a cult classic and Marcus has a bee in his bonnet about one of Quentin Tarantino's most critically acclaimed pieces of work. The listeners also wade in on social media with their film disappointments ...
Dec 10, 2020•34 min
We have a very special guest on the pod this week in the form of Magnify CEO Ruth Yimika Afolabi! Ruth started the now internationally renown company when she was just 19 years old and speaks to us about the process of how it all happened. Chris also speaks of his passion for starting up new ventures, Marcus finds the idea of starting something too confusing and Sarah believes she's better at finishing things than starting them. Make what you will of that. Find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod. ...
Dec 03, 2020•32 min
This week Chris, Marcus and Sarah discuss the very unfortunate experience of being scammed. Chris talks about an occasion when he was very nearly scammed when looking for a property to rent but wised up just in the nick of time. Marcus explains how he did fall for a scam but managed to avoid losing any money and we hear from a listener who confronted a scammer face to face after he found out the scammer's address. If you're a social media type then find us @aqqapod. Happy listening!...
Nov 26, 2020•31 min
Do you prefer wide open spaces or busy roads and streets? Are you one for calm and quiet or noise and vibrancy? Does the thought of public transport fill you with dread or do you relish the rat race? Chris feels safer in the city and is terrified of people lurking in the dark in the countryside. Sarah doesn't like the gossiping culture in her village back home and Marcus likes to be near the theatre even though he never goes. However, they'd all like a garden, cheaper living costs and cleaner ai...
Nov 19, 2020•30 min
Whether there's a pandemic happening or not life manages to present us all at some point with struggles and hardships. On a bigger scale when we look at the state of the planet we can get quite disheartened too. However, hope springs eternal! This week Chris, Marcus and Sarah discuss where they find hope. Whether it's in nature, science, community or singing songs with strangers hope can be found in many places it would seem. If you're feeling generous then please review this podcast. Also, we c...
Nov 12, 2020•32 min
Greetings one and all! On this week's episode Chris, Marcus and Sarah talk about dreams. Sarah speaks about how her dreams can affect her mood and Marcus tells us about a particular dream he had that turned out to be quite telepathic! Throughout the years much research and study has been done on this subject. The ancient Egyptians put great emphasis on dreaming and would even consult their "professional dreamers" before going into battle. Sigmund Freud, on the other hand, believed they didn't ha...
Nov 05, 2020•36 min
2020 has been a crap year. Due to the pandemic everyone has had to make changes to their lives whether big or small. This week Chris, Marcus and Sarah look at what new norms have entered their lives. Chris talks about having more time on his hands, Sarah suggests people at work are becoming more functional and Marcus has found a new pub conducive to the rules and regulations. Find us on social media here - @aqqapod. If you'd like to give us a review on itunes please do. Happy listening!...
Oct 29, 2020•28 min
Trying to get a job can be difficult especially during a pandemic. Changing job, getting a promotion, going freelance or moving to another company all come with their challenges but also with their rewards. However, changing career is a whole different ball game, one in which the stress but also the fulfilment are potentially much greater. This week the AQQA gang are talking about career changes.
Oct 22, 2020•30 min
Do you get teary eyed when saying goodbye? Are you one to blubber when watching a sad film? Perhaps when experiencing something incredible your emotions get the better of you? Emotional crying appears to be a uniquely human behaviour. All of us do it but crying is not always an unwanted or negative thing. This week Chris, Marcus and Sarah discuss what makes them cry and why some people think emotional tears are purposeless whereas others see the value of them. You can find us on twitter and inst...
Oct 15, 2020•31 min
On this week's podcast we discuss some of the many conspiracy theories from the past and the present. From JFK to Walker's Crisps there's something for everyone. We also talk about why people believe conspiracy theories, how they come about and why someone might be viewed with a little bit of suspicion or even contempt if they fully subscribe to them. Find us on twitter and insta @aqqapod. If you have the overwhelming desire to email us then please do show@aqqapod.com. Happy listening!...
Oct 08, 2020•32 min
Greetings all and welcome to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to up sticks and live in another country? From learning a new language to getting to know another culture it could provide a rich experience. However, there might be some frustrations along the way such as missing home and struggling to fully express oneself. This week Chris, Sarah and Marcus discuss the pros and cons of living in an unfamiliar place. If you're a social media...
Oct 01, 2020•31 min
Hi gang and welcome to Answerable Questions with Questionable Answers! Some like it hot, some like it cold and very few prefer it wet. The weather is always a topic of conversation in Britain but does it really bother you that much? Whatever the forecast is saying positives and negatives can be found in any climate. This week Sarah moans about warm weather, Chris gets defensive over the English climate and Marcus talks up Christmas' in the sun. We are taking a little break from podcasting but we...
Jul 23, 2020•29 min
