The series that investigates the latest ad-hyped products and trending fads promising to make us healthier, happier and greener. Are they really... more
The UK market for air care products is expected to grow to £674 million this year - and for this... more
Is an LED face mask the secret to brighter, clearer, more youthful skin?Greg Foot is back with a new series... more
Why did Safeway's UK supermarkets disappear? Safeway was once one of our biggest supermarket chains, so why did it drop... more
Green Shield Stamps could be traded in for 'free' gifts so why did consumers abandon them? Sean Farrington examines their... more
Why did Mothercare have to close all of their UK stores?Sean Farrington discovers what happened to the baby goods retailer... more
Why was the video sharing platform, Vine, closed down?Sean Farrington discovers what happened to the app which pioneered short, shareable... more
Why did the restaurant chain, Little Chef, disappear from our roadsides? Sean Farrington discovers what happened to the brand which... more
This one's all about mushrooms - not so much your chestnut, button or portobellos from the supermarket, but more the... more
Is it better to wash your dishes by hand or use a dishwasher? This question from listener Eve has got... more
Greg's getting electric for this one, as he tries out a tens machine. Tens (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) is a... more
Which is the cream of the crop for your health and the planet?The supermarket shelves are fairly bulging with plant-based... more
Millions of us use fitness tracker watches to count how many steps we take each day - they also claim... more
What cookware is best for your kitchen?There is a bewildering array of pots and pans on offer: stainless steel saucepans,... more
Gum disease is extremely common in dogs - with some breeds particularly badly affected. So it's no surprise there are... more
Are more expensive face creams worth it?I'm back with a new series of Sliced Bread to investigate more of your... more
Greg Foot returns to investigate a whole new batch of so-called wonder products suggested by you, the listeners.Sliced Bread is... more
What went wrong at Jamie Oliver's UK restaurant chain, Jamie's Italian?While Sliced Bread takes a break we serve up… Toast.... more
Why did the best-selling computer manufacturer, Commodore, go bust?While Sliced Bread takes a break we serve up… Toast. A study... more
Why did the package holiday brand, Club 18-30, disappear?While Sliced Bread takes a break we serve up… Toast. A study... more
Why did sales of the best-selling soft drink, Sunny Delight, suddenly bomb in the 1990s?While Sliced Bread takes a break... more
Why did Toys R Us have to close all of its UK superstores in 2018? While Sliced Bread takes a... more
Sean Farrington returns with the Radio 4 series that examines the spectacular failures of wonder products and businesses which had... more
Can changing your sheets be good for you - and the environment? We've had loads of requests to look at the... more
Which Christmas tree is better for the environment - real or fake?Everyone loves the smell of a freshly cut pine... more
Are expensive sports bras worth the money?Buying a sports bra can be a baffling experience, not least because of the... more
Trying to buy a new vacuum cleaner can be a pretty confusing experience. Do you go bagged or bagless? Corded... more
Do the claims made about Ice Baths hold water?Social media appears to be filled with countless people sitting blissfully in... more
How green can your loo roll be? Lots of companies have sprung up offering what they say are the most... more
Can Smart Thermostats save you money on energy bills?Temperatures are falling and conversations are already turning to whether or not... more
Greg Foot gets queasy in the name of science as he investigates the range of products promising to help with... more
Do weighted blankets reduce stress and help you sleep better?They’ve gone from a middle-aisle fad to being a regular fixture... more
Induction hobs are not just a fashionable addition to a new kitchen, but are also sold as a more efficient... more
Is vaping harmful to your health and to the environment?I'm back with a new series of Sliced Bread and I'm... more
Greg Foot returns to investigate a whole new batch of so-called wonder products suggested by you, the listeners.Sliced Bread is... more
If you are heading somewhere tropical this summer, or just want to protect yourself from bites in your own back... more
This is one of your most-requested topics and as a keen runner myself I couldn’t wait to get into it.... more
Owners clearing up after the UK's 11 million estimated pet dogs have a bewildering array of bags from which to... more
Which cycle helmets give you the best protection?I’m a big fan of cycling and so when listener Migue got in... more
During the pandemic, as people sought to protect themselves from Corona Virus, more and more products entered the market claiming... more
If you’ve ever made the mistake of going for a hike wearing just jeans and a t-shirt you’ll know it... more
According to recycling charity Wrap, an estimated three billion nappies are thrown away every year in the UK. Concerns over plastic... more
What works to help with the symptoms of hay fever?The better weather’s here but for the millions who have hay... more
Sales of alcohol-free beer in the UK have more than tripled in the past five years, and you'll find more... more
Research suggests four in 10 of us do it and it can even get so bad it’s been blamed for... more
While Sliced Bread takes a break we serve up… Toast. A study of the spectacular failures of wonder products and... more
While Sliced Bread takes a break we serve up… Toast. A study of the spectacular failures of wonder products and... more
While Sliced Bread takes a break we serve up… Toast. A study of the spectacular failures of wonder products and... more
While Sliced Bread takes a break we serve up… Toast. A study of the spectacular failures of wonder products and... more
From the team behind the hit series, Sliced Bread. Sean Farrington investigates wonder products and businesses which promised so much... more
Greg Foot introduces a new series from the team that brought you Sliced Bread.In Toast, Sean Farrington examines the wonder... more
Is sourdough the best thing since Sliced Bread?It’s the last episode in the current series so I thought it was... more
Mascara is a crucial element of many a make-up bag - but can mascaras really deliver on their promises of... more
Do toothpastes promising to repair enamel and help with sensitive teeth really work?We've all been there - you go down... more
Sleep is never more important than when you aren’t getting any. And there’s a large range of night time teas,... more
We spend a lot of time on them so it’s important to get the right mattress. But buying one can... more
After the Sliced Bread episode on shampoo, a number of listeners got in touch to request a follow-up episode on... more
Listener Isla, 11, wants to know if bottled water from the UK's biggest selling brands such as Evian and Buxton... more
When it comes to shop-bought painkillers, there are rows and rows of shelves dedicated to them in supermarkets and pharmacies... more
In this episode presenter Greg Foot investigates three products that promise to make washing your laundry better for the planet.Listener... more
Petrol is something millions of drivers around the UK rely on, but when faced with the choice of what to... more
Sales of energy drinks are rising and their brightly coloured cans line the shelves of almost every supermarket or grocery... more
Shampoo ranges hugely in price, from own brand bottles to premium products that promise to improve your hair, leaving it... more
Two products dominate the market for nasal sprays that claim to reduce symptons of a cold - Vicks ‘First... more
In the run up to Christmas, many parents will be checking on their battery supplies ahead of Santa bringing gifts... more
Smelling good can come with a hefty price tag with the price of perfumes often getting into the hundreds of... more
It’s something most of us will have used at some point, and a product that has been around for decades... more
It’s one of the most talked-about cosmetic products but what’s the evidence that collagen supplements really do slow the visible... more
With shorter days, longer nights, and bad weather leading to the winter blues for many, and for some the more... more
It's getting colder and with the cost of living rising, how best to heat our homes in the most efficient... more
The Natural Deodorant market has recently expanded, with plenty of products out there promising to keep you fresh, and dry,... more
Shampoo ranges hugely in price, from own brand bottles to premium products that promise to improve your hair, leaving it in better... more