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Comparonomics: Why your life is better than you think
If you try and compare your life to that of Louis XVI you might think that there's no comparison. The notorious French king had riches, servants and palaces, including that epic one at Versailles. Yet… Audio
Testosterone's link to men's success questioned in new study
It's a commonly-held belief that your testosterone can affect where you end up in life. However, a new study claims that higher levels of testosterone in men doesn't give them an edge. Study author… Audio
How beautiful young women are used to boost the status of men
Dr. Ashley Mears is a former fashion model turned academic sociologist. Her new book Very Important People looks at how clubs and restaurants pay promoters to recruit beautiful young women to their… Audio
Mary Daish: changing kitchens
Kim Hill talks to architect Mary Daish, whose practice has a particular focus on kitchen design. With her mother, cook and food writer Lois Daish, she discussed the social issues expressed in our… Audio