Incels (Involuntary celibates): How Online Loneliness Becomes a Public Health Crisis

Involuntary celibates, sketchy algorithms and gender wars. In this episode, we break down the world of incels and dig into why some men get sucked in, and how communities can stop the radicalisation. These networks give a fake sense of community, endorse misogyny and link to serious mental health issues like depression and suicidal thoughts.  Sources: 1. Predicting Harm Among Incels – UK Home Office, 2023: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/predicting-harm-among-incels-involuntary-celibates/predicting-harm-among-incels-involuntary-celibates-the-roles-of-mental-health-ideological-belief-and-social-networking-accessible 2. The Manosphere: ISD Report, 2022: https://www.isdglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Manosphere-ISD-External-August2022.pdf Support the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...

When the U.S. froze global health aid, chaos followed — layoffs, stalled programs, and a whole lot of political drama. But was the U.S. lowkey justified in pulling out? 👀 In this episode, we unpack America’s messy breakup with global health. Expect debate, a crash course on global health funding, and a few hot takes on aid, power, and who really benefits when the money stops flowing.Key Sources:Reevaluating and Realigning United States Foreign Aid - https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/reevaluating-and-realigning-united-states-foreign-aid/ USAID cuts are already hitting countries around the world. Here are 20 projects that have closed - https://apnews.com/article/usaid-cuts-hunger-sickness-288b1d3f80d85ad749a6d758a778a5b2 10 Things to Know About U.S. Funding for Global Health - https://www.kff.org/global-health-policy/issue-brief/10-things-to-know-about-u-s-funding-for-global-health/ Are the World's Largest Donors Cutting Their Bilateral Aid to Africa? - https://carnegieendowment.org/posts/2024/10/africa-development-aid-oecd-china?lang=en Africa relies too heavily on foreign aid for health – 4 ways to fix this - https://theconversation.com/africa-relies-too-heavily-on-foreign-aid-for-health-4-ways-to-fix-this-249886 Support the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...

AI isn’t your therapist, your saviour, or your shortcut to a healthier world. So why is Big Tech selling it like it is? In this episode, we ask the messy, uncomfortable questions: Who pays the price for innovation? What happens when Big Tech plants massive data centres in countries facing drought? And is AI a lifesaving tool… or just the newest form of digital colonisation?Key sources:Your ChatGPT privacy questions answered. A guide for students (and everyone else) using ChatGPT –  https://pirg.org/edfund/resources/chatgpt-privacy/ Reimagining Global Health through Artificial Intelligence: The Roadmap to AI Maturity – https://www.broadbandcommission.org/publication/reimagining-global-health-through-artificial-intelligence/ Obermeyer et al., 2019, “Dissecting racial bias in an algorithm used to manage the health of populations.” – https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31649194/ A bottle of water per email: the hidden environmental costs of using AI chatbots – https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/09/18/energy-ai-use-electricity-water-data-centers/ Protesters halt new data center – https://www.dw.com/en/protesters-halt-new-data-center/video-71397452 ChatGPT and large language models: what's the risk? https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/blog-post/chatgpt-and-large-language-models-whats-the-risk Support the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...

Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or struggling to adopt healthy habits, even when you’re “doing all the right things”? You’re not alone, Globies. Season 4 starts with a reality check: wellness isn’t just yoga mats and green juice. We’re digging into burnout, daily routines, and the hidden forces that shape your health, like your postcode. We’re mixing vibes with verified research, sass with stats, and giving you the unfiltered truth about what it actually takes to live a healthy lifestyle in 2025.News: https://www.who.int/news/item/24-05-2025-seventy-eighth-world-health-assembly---daily-update--24-may-2025Key sources:Making health habitual: the psychology of ‘habit-formation’ and general practice: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3505409/#:~:text=HABIT%20FORMATION%20AND%20HEALTH&text=Decades%20of%20psychological%20research%20consistently,(that%20is%2C%20habitually).NHS Digital (2022). Health Survey for England 2021: Health-related behaviours, adult health status and wellbeing. https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/publications/statistical/health-survey-for-england/2021Greater London Authority (2021). London Green Space Access Map and Data. https://data.london.gov.uk/dataset/public-open-space-londonHabit formation and change. Simple decisions, complex habits.  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3505409/Support the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...

GLOBIESS!!! Our previous episode got so juicy that we decided we need a PART II!!! What is the impact of religious leaders on global health? In this episode, we explore how religious leaders historically provided healthcare, especially in underserved areas. We discuss how religious beliefs influence mental well-being, citing examples from various faiths like Buddhism and Christianity.  We address a breath of controversies and ethical considerations, emphasizing the need for balance between religious beliefs and healthcare practices.Now, on to you. Is there a way to bridge the gap between religion and health to improve the future of global health? How has your faith improved your wellbeing? Tell us your thoughts.Sources:In the news: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2024/apr/17/nestle-adds-sugar-to-infant-milk-sold-in-poorer-countries-report-finds Additional Resources:1. Ahmed, S. M. et al. (2011). The health workforce crisis in Bangladesh: shortage, inappropriate skill-mix and inequitable distribution. Human Resources for Health, 9(1), 3.2. World Health Organisation. (2004). [WHO: Faith-based organizations play a significant role in the fight against HIV/AIDS](https://www.who.int/mediacentre/news/releases/2004/pr45/en/).3. Strawbridge, W. J. et al. (1997). Frequent attendance at religious services and mortality over 28 years. American Journal of Public Health, 87(6), 957-961.Support the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...

We've got some divine tea for you globies!!! In this episode, we shed some light on the BBC documentary that pulls back the curtain on T.B. Joshua, founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations and a figure who's been both revered and reviled. From alleged miracles to shocking revelations of abuse, we're uncovering the truth about how religious leaders shape our well-being. We’ll analyse real-life accounts and dissect the mechanisms through which religious leaders influence diet, exercise, and even medical care-seeking behaviours. Now onto you- should individuals seek healthcare solutions in religious miracles? Tell us your thoughts.In the news:Morse, S. S., Mazet, J. A., Woolhouse, M., Parrish, C. R., Carroll, D., Karesh, W. B., ... & Daszak, P. (2012). Prediction and prevention of the next pandemic zoonosis. The Lancet, 380(9857), 1956-1965.Case study:BBC News. (2023). "Unmasking T.B. Joshua." Retrieved from [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZZVQxjXWCg]Additional resources:Smith, K. F., Goldberg, M., Rosenthal, S., Carlson, L., Chen, J., Chen, C., ... & Zambrana-Torrelio, C. (2014). Global rise in human infectious disease outbreaks. Journal of The Royal Society Interface, 11(101), 20140950.Ahmadi, K., Ghazinour, M., & Sadeghi, M. (2020). The role of religious leaders in promoting health and preventing addiction: A qualitative study. Journal of Religion and Health, 59(3), 1429-1440.Support the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...

Happy New Year Globies!!! As we kickstart 2024, we continue striving towards health equity for all!  This time round, we dive into the world of "I, Daniel Blake", a  film that pulls back the curtain on the tangled mess of bureaucracy and societal struggles. We tackle the film's portrayal of poverty in Europe and discuss how it shaped our views on welfare systems and digitalisation. Andddd wait until you hear our hilarious game segment where we dish out "global health-related awards" to the characters. Spoiler alert: we've got some quirky categories! Let's keep those meaningful conversations rolling! 🌍💬 And remember, banter is the best medicine... well, that and actual medicine!Support the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...

Did somebody say it’s the END OF 2023? As Globies, it’s important we reflect on global health events as we end the year.  We delve into our Top 5 Global Health News headlines of 2023, coupled with a FILM REVIEWWW. This episode steps into the dynamic realm of MTV Shuga Naija Season 5, delving deep into the intersections of compelling drama and vital global health issues. This season, based in Lagos, Nigeria, deftly confronts societal challenges such as forced marriages, gender-based violence, HIV/AIDS stigma, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us as we unpack the courageous journeys of characters like Mohini, navigating arranged marriages; Simi, grappling with HIV disclosure; and Haleel, bravely standing up against domestic abuse. Tune in for an insightful exploration of how MTV Shuga Naija Season 5 offers an eye-opening and thought-provoking viewing experience, just for YOU :)Sources:World Bank Study of MTV Shuga - https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/feature/2017/02/23/mtv-shuga-soap-opera-turns-edutainment-into-a-tool-to-fight-hiv-and-gender-based-violenceEnjoyed the episode? Please subscribe or leave a 5 star review :)Support the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...

Did somebody say it's the start of Season 3? We took a break, but we have a few things we've been hoping to deliver for you behind the scenes. First of all, make sure to check out BRAND NEW WEBSITE (whipodcast.com), where you can find all our recent news, updates and more. Now back to the podcast. We kickstart this season as your guides to the world of poverty.  We dive deep into the whole poverty puzzle, starting by spilling the beans on a crazy humanitarian mess in Gaza and giving it to you straight: why we all need to shout for peace and humanitarian help. Then we go into the nitty-gritty of global poverty, where the super-rich are hogging the money pile. Brace yourself for some shocking stats about how poverty messes with stuff like education, health, and everyone's wallets. And guess what? We're not just whining about the problems; we're throwing out real solutions. Tax tweaks, killer education, healthcare for all, and more. We even stir the charity pot, questioning if it's the superhero we all think it is. And speaking of heroes, capitalism's in the hot seat too.🌍💥Homelessness Case Study:Source: IHI Open SchoolIn the news: Humanitarian Crime in Gaza:Source: UN NewsAdditional sources:Poverty statistics- Our World in Data World Bank - Poverty Overview:  World Bank - Poverty Overview"What Is the Millionaires' Tax and Is It Ethically Viable in the UK?": Property RescueSupport the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...

Hang on tight, Globies🧡, as we wrap up an explosive Season Two! 🎉 We've tackled the hottest tea - from the cost of living squeeze to the battles for abortion rights, not to mention diving into conflicts shaking the health space and opening up discussions on men's sexual health. We've held no bars talking about the tough stuff too - sexual and gender-based violence - and stirred the pot with a big ol' debate on some controversial health dilemmas. But guess what? Season Three's on the horizon, and trust us, it's gonna be even wilder! So, stay glued because more mind-blowing conversations are headed your way - our mics are ready, are you? 🎙️🔥Support the showFollow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast?_t=8cw9TYkj5XG&_r=1 Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast LinkedIn ...