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Sliced Bread

BBC Radio 4
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Nutrition
Market Trends
Energy Efficiency
Chopping Boards
Health
Insulation Hacks
Protein Powder
Creatine
Lip Balm
Car Tyres
Green Shield Stamps
Vine
Mushroom Coffee
Vacuum Cleaners
Home Appliances
Television Sets
Toys R Us
Energy Bills
Grounding Products

Sliced Bread is the series that investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads promising to make us healthier, happier and greener. Are they really 'the best thing since sliced bread'? Science presenter Greg Foot finds out.

Greg speaks to experts on a bunk-busting mission to test the latest consumer trends chosen by listeners. Do they live up to the hype? Or are they just marketing BS... more

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Latest Episodes

Do ergonomic devices like split keyboards and vertical mice help with comfort and health?

If you're a heavy computer user there are an increasing variety of weird and wonderful options to help improve your comfort and reduce the risk of aches and pa... more

Can Vibration Plates help with fitness, bone density, and even lymphatic drainage?

They've been around for a while but vibration plates seem to be having another 'moment'. Originally touted as a piece of fitness kit for the gym or home, the latest a... more

Can Intense Pulsed Light devices really "zap" away your unwanted hair?

You may have seen IPL devices advertised on social media - that promise painless hair removal using light to "zap" away body hair.

Listener Karen got in touch to ask if these "... more

Are infrared saunas as effective as traditional ones?

If you've ever sat sweating on a wooden bench in a traditional ('Finnish') sauna wondering if there was an easier way, could infrared be the answer? Infrared saunas work at lower temperatures, os... more

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Recent Guests

Nichola Adams
Ergonomist, Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors; founder of Inspired Ergonomics
Inspired Ergonomics
Episode: Ergonomic Keyboards and Mice
Ben Vallack
Keyboard enthusiast and web developer; runs a popular YouTube channel about workflow and design
self-employed / YouTube channel
Episode: Ergonomic Keyboards and Mice
Claire Minshull
Visiting Professor at Leeds Beckett University; founder of Get Back to Sport
Leeds Beckett University / Get Back to Sport
Episode: Vibration Plates
Neil Mansfield
Executive Dean of Research
Nottingham Trent University
Episode: Vibration Plates
Karen Jeffries
Listener guest who proposed the topic
Kent, UK
Episode: Hair Removal Devices
Gill Westgate
Skin and hair biologist, honorary visiting lecturer at the University of Bradford
University of Bradford / Industrial and academic research
Episode: Hair Removal Devices
Paul James
Guest providing consumer perspective, from Nottingham
Episode: Infrared Saunas
Chris Minson
Professor of human physiology and thermoregulation
Oregon University
Episode: Infrared Saunas
Martin Luzel
Listener providing questions and context for the discussion
From Hampshire (listener)
Episode: Earwax Removers

Hosts

Greg Foot
BBC science presenter and host known for conducting hands-on investigations into consumer tech, health, and everyday science topics.
Sean Farrington
BBC journalist and presenter with a focus on business, technology, and consumer stories, often hosting related episodes and roundups.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Very informative

    Very informative and not too long like many podcasts which are also full of ads!

    I really enjoyed the podcast about nail fungus and learned loads that I will be able to put into practice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Louise1742
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Science baked and engaging

    Love the format of the show with the listeners calling in and experts offering scientific evidence. Host is funny and informative. Great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElizabethTaylor123456789
    Australia3 months ago
  • Fabulous podcast

    Excellent. I always look forward to new episodes coming out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim_MN
    United States4 months ago
  • Interesting

    So interesting, I’m learning so much from sliced bread, and Greg is an excellent presenter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cookie-bubble
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • KnittinNan

    Excellent often listen to same episode a few times!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KnittinNan
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Mix of technical depth and accessible explanations; some negative feedback about promo intensity and perceived bias in a few episodes
Well-researched and entertaining, great for listeners who like deep dives
Engaging and informative with credible experts

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Hair Removal Devices
Q: Do these devices provide permanent hair removal like clinical lasers?
Home IPL devices typically offer temporary hair reduction, with multiple sessions needed, and may not achieve permanent removal as reliably as professional laser treatments; clinics can use higher energy devices.
Infrared Saunas
Q: How hot does a traditional sauna normally get?
Traditional saunas typically run around 80 to 100 degrees Celsius, with hotter temperatures at the top due to heat rising within the enclosure.
Infrared Saunas
Q: What happens to your body when you step into one of these saunas?
Your skin blood flow increases, which raises core body temperature and triggers a heart rate and circulatory response similar to light exercise, with heat stress signaling adaptation.
Earwax Removers
Q: Are drops and oils actually effective at removing wax, or just softening it?
Drops and oils mainly soften the wax to make it easier for a health professional to remove; there is little evidence that any single drop type is superior, and they don't guarantee removal on their own.
Dough - Food
Q: How soon might cultivated meat reach price parity with traditional meat?
Owen suggests pilot facilities this year, with broader price parity as production scales and costs decrease in the near term.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sliced Bread

What is Sliced Bread about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program explores practical and near-future wonder products through rigorous testing, expert commentary, and provocative forecasting. Episodes span technology, health, food science, and consumer behavior, often featuring in-depth conversations with engineers, researchers, and industry leaders to separate hype from evidence. A distinctive element is the blend of hands-on demonstrations, regulatory and safety considerations, and futurist predictions about five, ten, and fifty years ahead, offering listeners a thoughtful mix of curiosity and skepticism. Notable strengths include accessible, experiment-driven storytelling and a track record of interviewing credible experts; occasional critiques center on pacing or perceived promotional infl... more

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Sliced Bread launched 7 years ago and published 201 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Sliced Bread include:

1. Nichola Adams
2. Ben Vallack
3. Claire Minshull
4. Neil Mansfield
5. Karen Jeffries
6. Gill Westgate
7. Paul James
8. Chris Minson

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