Should 'junk food' sponsor sport?

The history of smoking foods stretches back many years, but when did what began purely for preservation become a highly sought-after flavour? In this episode of The Food Chain, Ruth Alexander explores the origins of smoked foods and finds out why their flavours are so appealing t ...  Show more

Music is part of the backdrop to millions of meals every day. But what if it is doing more than simply creating atmosphere?In this episode of The Food Chain, Rumella Dasgupta explores the growing evidence that sound can shape the way we experience food and drink. From scientists ...  Show more

Is it right for companies selling unhealthy products to sponsor sporting events? 

With rising inflation and an increased cost of living, how does sport survive in the current climate. If people are cutting back on recreational sport, will that have an adverse effect on the nation’s long-term health? And how do professional clubs without billionaire owners keep ...  Show more

Greg Norman’s Saudi-backed super league has shaken the world of golf and sent former World No.1 Phil Mickelson into exile. So is it a chance to grow the game and give players more freedom or a cynical venture motivated by greed?Leading players such as Rory McIlroy and Dustin John ...  Show more

American Football, Rugby, MMA, UFC. All these adrenaline-filled sports bring in millions of viewers each year, and athletes put their bodies and brains on the line to excel in them. But there’s increasing concern that head injuries are leading to serious mental health problems.BB ...  Show more