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The Brain Candy Podcast

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Susie Meister & Sarah Rice - Wave Podcast Network

Laugh and learn w/ Susie Meister PhD & Sarah Rice MFT from MTV's The Challenge as they cover psychology, pop culture, human interest, and science, and make everything from Kardashians to quantum physics accessible to all. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/)

#883

881: Girls Gone Wild, Shrink-Wrapped Dinosaurs, & Ozempic Comedy

We check in on our New Year's resolutions and hear why Sarah's year is looking much better than last year. We discuss the new Girls Gone Wild documentary, the seeming sociopathy of Joe Francis, and why we as a society were ok with the series's exploitation of women. We explain how the techniques used by GGW to get women to comply remind us of some of our experiences on the Challenge. Sarah describes how much of what we know about how dinosaurs looked is probably inaccurate, some of our ideas about them are wrong, and we have so much more to learn about them. We learn how food affects women in terms of desire and their willingness to succumb to the advances of men. And Susie explains why she is happy that Ozempic and other drugs used for weight-loss are such a blessing to people, and how a comedy special opened her eyes to how they affect the people who use them in positive ways. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code BRAINCANDY15 at [https://lumepodcast.com/BRAINCANDY15] (https://lumepodcast.com/BRAINCANDY15) ! #lumepod Visit [https://cozyearth.com] (https://cozyearth.com/) and use our exclusive 40% off code BRAINCANDY Visit [https://www.carawayhome.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.carawayhome.com/BRAINCANDY) you can take an additional 10% off your next purchase See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

Yesterday

1 HR 00 MINS

1:00:44

Yesterday

#882

880: Lonely Bananas, Appreciate You, & Flat Earth Antarctica

Sarah's coming in hot with camp jokes this year. And Susie is pissed about the move from "appreciate it" to "appreciate you," and she wants to know who is behind the shift. Sarah explains why she is a full-fledged "ma'am" these days. Susie shares how a group of flat-earthers went to Antarctica, and most of them realized the error of their ways, but some of them want to "do their own research." We hear about "no-burp syndrome" and how botox is helping these people live a burp-filled life. We debate reincarnation, hear why Sarah thinks she was a Thai fisherman, and learn what is new in the science of the phenomenon. Plus, we discuss bananas that get separated from the bunch and why they're shunned by shoppers, and what scientists are doing to prevent waste. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to [https://www.liquid-iv.com] (https://www.liquid-iv.com/) and use code CANDY at checkout. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

16 Jan 2025

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:24

16 Jan 2025

#881

879: Hairy Babies, Leaded Gas, & Air Travel Consultant

Sarah's fear of mysterious wetness might be solved thanks to a researcher who set out to determine what the heck is in those puddles on the subway. We learn about a case of mistaken labeling on medicine that made babies grow hair all over their bodies, and a bunch of other medical mishaps that sparked reform. Susie reveals how she unknowingly became friends with a murderer in real life, and how he was eventually caught. We find out why everyone born before 1996 is at a much higher risk for mental illness, dementia, and lower IQ due to exposure to an every day substance. Susie wants to become an air travel consultant so we can all have better flying experiences and we can avoid a revolt. Sarah shares how Disney is making people with physical disabilities stand in line while developmental disabilities still qualify for special accommodations. And we discuss the documentary about the kiss that changed soccer, and why we didn't realize how much more there was to the story behind the headline. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Go to [https://paireyewear.com] (https://paireyewear.com) and use code BCP for 15% off your first pair. And support the show by mentioning that The Brain Candy Podcast sent you in your post-checkout survey! Visit [https://cozyearth.com] (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my exclusive 40% off code BRAINCANDY See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

13 Jan 2025

1 HR 00 MINS

1:00:48

13 Jan 2025

#880

878: Telescope Scare, Spanish Scrabble, & Goose Mystery

Susie got an email about a class action settlement for a telescope she bought, but she was asked to answer a very spooky question about it and we have questions. We hear about the new Spanish Scrabble champion and how he was able to win despite not speaking the language, and why we hope he retires from competitive Scrabble. We discuss a goose that was born without feet, the adorable solution to his disability, and the shocking way he died. And we theorize who was responsible for his demise. We reminisce about Mike the Headless Chicken who lived for 18 months without a head, and how Susie could've forgotten about this unforgettable story. We learn about the man who skateboarded from coast-to-coast and find out why Sarah supports his unusual mode of transportation. We discuss a teacher who found a bat in her classroom and died after being bitten and contracting rabies. Plus, we he hear Old Gossip about Billie Holiday's tragic life and the women of color of that time who created amazing art, but had to suffer tragic circumstances regardless. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week’s Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-schedule-makers-splash-pads-skateboarding-across-america] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-schedule-makers-splash-pads-skateboarding-across-america) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Start a Ritual that’s backed by science, without the B.S. Ritual is offering 25% off your first month at [https://ritual.com/braincandy] (https://ritual.com/braincandy) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

09 Jan 2025

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:19

09 Jan 2025

#879

877: Beyonce, Bioluminescence, & Boneless Chicken Wings

Susie can't stop talking about Luigi Mangione and the stranger-than-fiction nature of his crime and his similarities to the Unabomber. Sarah explains why the HALT (hungry, angry, lonely, tired) acronym about needs should include a P for pain as well. We discuss the Billboard designation of Beyonce as the artist of the century, whether it's premature (since we're only 25 years into the century) and why they are putting entertainment over musicianship. We find out how scientists are engineering wood to have fungus that creates bioluminescence and how these properties could help with climate change. We discuss extreme sports among seniors and why the risk might be outweighed by the benefits. Sarah explains the differences among givers, takers, and people who offer "affordances" in conversation, and where we fit on the spectrum. Plus, we debate a lawsuit by a man who sued a restaurant for calling wings "boneless" after he nearly died from swallowing a bone, and why we're furious about the outcome. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week’s Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-schedule-makers-splash-pads-skateboarding-across-america] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-schedule-makers-splash-pads-skateboarding-across-america) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to [https://nutrafol.com] (https://nutrafol.com) and enter the promo code BRAINCANDY This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit [https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandy] (https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandy) today to get 10% off your first month. Visit [https://cozyearth.com] (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my exclusive 40% off code BRAINCANDY See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

06 Jan 2025

58 MINS

58:45

06 Jan 2025

#878

876: Lisa Frank, Female Athletes, & Japanese Death Row

Happy New Year, Brainiacs! It's 2025 and Sarah is feeling alive and as usual she is optimistic about this year. Which means it will be a great year (or not! who knows!) We learn how listening to certain songs can reframe your memories and why you might prefer sad songs when you're feeling blue, but maybe you should resist the urge. We discuss Nick Cannon's recent narcissistic personality disorder diagnosis and how it's the least surprising diagnosis ever. We learn about the Glitter and Greed documentary about Lisa Frank, the woman and the business. And we consider why some of the best businesses, athletes, and artists are usually forged through cruel mentors, bosses, coaches and parents, and how we reconcile those things. Susie explains how menstrual cycles can affect athletes and make them more prone to injury, and how taking oral contraceptives has a dramatic effect on whether they get hurt. We hear about a man who was on death row longer than anyone else, and the fact that he was WRONGFULLY CONVICTED, and how it drove him insane. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/musical-memories-wrongfully-convicted-glitter-greed] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/musical-memories-wrongfully-convicted-glitter-greed) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Visit [https://cozyearth.com] (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my exclusive 40% off code BRAINCANDY See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

02 Jan 2025

58 MINS

58:03

02 Jan 2025

#877

875: New Year Goals, Testosterone Aggression, & Swallowed by a Whale

We are reviewing our year and our successes and failures with our New Year's Resolutions, and we're sharing our intentions for next year. We learn about a study by Robert Sapolsky that argues that testosterone does not increase aggression, but instead emphasizes existing tendencies and encourages people to behave in socially encouraged ways that already exist. But we have questions and concerns about his conclusions and wonder why when male animals of all species hit puberty they behave in ways that are highly aggressive in contrast to their pre-pubescent selves. We also hear about a man who claims he became trapped in the mouth of a humpback whale, and we find out why this situation was not out of the ordinary for him. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/biology-of-humans-close-calls-2025-goals] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/biology-of-humans-close-calls-2025-goals) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to [https://rocketmoney.com/braincandy] (https://rocketmoney.com/braincandy) today. For 50% off your first order, head to [https://www.smalls.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.smalls.com/BRAINCANDY) and use code BRAINCANDY Get $30 off the first box - PLUS a free item in every box - when you go to [https://wildgrain.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://wildgrain.com/BRAINCANDY) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

23 Dec 2024

58 MINS

58:44

23 Dec 2024

#876

874: Dating Apps, Auditory Magic, & Superman

🚨 Sarah is on the dating apps! 📢 And boy, does she have the scoop on what's going on with the dating community. We find out whether the full-blown lesbians are mingling with the dabblers, what the lesbian equivalent to the fish profile pic is, and whether she is getting a lot of bites (so to speak) from her suitors. It's a treat. Plus, we hear what's in her bio. Susie reveals the goods from Tinder's report on dating trends and she is not happy about it. We learn about a challenge created for magicians to create a magic trick that relies entirely on audio and the auditory illusion that is at the foundation of the winning trick. We discuss the Super/Man documentary about Christopher Reeve, how he is portrayed that may surprise people, and how he believed the accident was "necessary" to teach him life lessons. Susie describes the documentary about the 2004 tsunami, the horror of its destruction, and how they've improved the technology to prevent such a catastrophic loss of life in the future. We find out what surprising item is found at archeological sites of war. Plus, we interview Chimp Crazy's Tonia Haddix about her appearance in the film, what she regrets about her effort to smuggle Tonka away from PETA and the sanctuary, and what her life is like now that she is so famous. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/restaurant-calories-christopher-reeve-blind-magic-tricks] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/restaurant-calories-christopher-reeve-blind-magic-tricks) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Head to [https://www.factormeals.com/50braincandy] (https://www.factormeals.com/50braincandy) and use code50braincandyto get 50% off your first boxplus free shipping. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

19 Dec 2024

1 HR 41 MINS

1:41:02

19 Dec 2024

#875

873: Robot Pants, Matching Tattoos, & Free Velcro

Sarah went to see Wicked, and she wants a little commotion for her ability to not sing out loud in the theater during the film. We also got a pro-tip--never get a matching tattoo with someone. If you do, your relationship is cursed according to Sarah. We learn what robot pants are, how they could help people who are disabled and/or elderly, and how much they'll cost you. We debate the virtues of having calorie counts on restaurant menus. Sarah explains what happens to astronauts's cognition after they come back from space. And she explains how she changed her mind about people who have no desire to travel or go on adventures, and why she thinks they're more useful than she used to. We hear some of the inventions and discoveries that their creators chose not to patent, which led to innovation, societal benefits, and saved lives as a result. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/restaurant-calories-christopher-reeve-blind-magic-tricks] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/restaurant-calories-christopher-reeve-blind-magic-tricks) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code BRAINCANDY15 at [https://lumepodcast.com/BRAINCANDY15] (https://lumepodcast.com/BRAINCANDY15) ! #lumepod Save on the perfect gift by visiting [https://auraframes.com] (https://auraframes.com) to get $35-off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code BRAINCANDY at checkout. Get 20% off + 2 FREE pillows for all mattress orders at [https://helixsleep.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://helixsleep.com/BRAINCANDY) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

16 Dec 2024

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:39

16 Dec 2024

#874

872: Yacht Rock, Nude Art, & Bald Harassment

Susie is wound up about the Yacht Rock documentary and she doesn't care who knows it. We learn why Yacht Rock rocks (a little bit), why it has a great sense of humor, and some of her favorite tracks. We hear why hysterectomies are confusing, even to the people who've had them, and why it's not clear exactly what organs they take and the consequences of their removal. We learn about a woman who snuck onto a transcontinental flight from New York to Paris and managed to go undetected for almost the entire flight by going back and forth from bathroom to bathroom, and we consider what type of gal she might be. We discuss an art exhibit where people were encouraged to visit nude, the naiveté of some of the women in attendance, and why we are staunchly against anyone who thinks clothes are a burden. Susie explains why Gen Z gets a lot of flack for being "illiterate" or not reading enough while they are actually breathing new life into the book industry with #BookTok. We consider whether the type of book matters or not in terms of value. We find out why a judge thinks that calling a man "bald" in a derogatory way at work is sexual harassment, and we debate the merits of the argument. Plus, we get the latest in the D.B. Cooper airplane hijacking and parachute escape mystery, and why it's obvious after all these years who did it. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/hysterectomy-confusion-naked-museum-free-flight] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/hysterectomy-confusion-naked-museum-free-flight) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Save 15% with code BCP at [https://paireyewear.com] (https://paireyewear.com) . And support the show by mentioning The Brain Candy Podcast in your post-checkout survey. Get an additional 20% OFF the @honeylove Holiday sale by going to [https://www.honeylove.com/braincandy] (https://www.honeylove.com/braincandy) ! #honeylovepod Head to [https://cozyearth.com/pages/braincandy] (https://cozyearth.com/pages/braincandy) and use my exclusive 40% off code BRAINCANDY to give the gift of luxury this holiday season. Save on the perfect gift by visiting [https://auraframes.com] (https://auraframes.com) to get $35-off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code BRAINCANDY at checkout. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

12 Dec 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:48

12 Dec 2024

#873

871: Population Growth, Communal Living, & Vanity Longevity

Therapist, psychic, what's the difference? That's what we're asking about Sarah's intuition, perception, and ability to read people, and it runs in the family. A political activist/novelist in Japan thinks the answer to Japan's population growth problem involves sterilizing women. Seems like this wouldn't solve the problem, but we do have some alternative suggestions. Sarah is really into the idea of communal living and wonders why communes have such a bad reputation when they might be the solution to a love of societal woes. We hear a new story about our old pal Brian Johnson, who is trying to cheat death and become immortal or something. Despite his claims that his aim is about longevity and health, it seems he's feeling a little self-conscious about his gaunt appearance and is looking to fillers to solve the problem. Sarah explains what Love Island Australia is doing to ensure the cast is safe and that consent for intimacy is explicit, and she is hoping it catches on across reality tv and in real life. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/hysterectomy-confusion-naked-museum-free-flight] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/hysterectomy-confusion-naked-museum-free-flight) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: For 50% off your first order, head to [https://www.smalls.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.smalls.com/BRAINCANDY) and use code BRAINCANDY Get an exclusive 20% off your first order at [https://thrivecausemetics.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://thrivecausemetics.com/BRAINCANDY) Visit [https://www.betterhelp.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandy) today to get 10% off your first month. Get $10 off any order and enjoy free shipping when you subscribe at [https://nutrafol.com] (https://nutrafol.com/) and enter the promo code BRAINCANDYGIFT See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

09 Dec 2024

1 HR 00 MINS

1:00:13

09 Dec 2024

#872

870: The Cowardly Lion, High Fives, & Photo Finish

Sarah is crushing it and we celebrate what a difference a year can make. We hear why she insisted on naming all of her cats "Sam" sort of like George Foreman naming all of his kids George. We learn how the originator of the high five was discriminated against and ended up losing his job for being gay. Susie describes the Olympic moment when Greg Louganis hit his head on the diving board and how it forced him to make the ethical decision on whether to disclose his HIV+ diagnosis. We discuss an article in the New Yorker by John Lahr about what it was like to have the cowardly lion (Bert Lahr) from the Wizard oz Oz as his dad, the challenge of being a cultural icon, and how some people can be outgoing and gregarious in public and sullen and despondent in private. A man in England got three years of jail time for selling firesticks so people could illegally watch Premier League soccer (football). Susie shares the origins of the photo finish, how a horse once won because of a thread of saliva, the limits of accuracy, and how it relates to the Hawkeye system in tennis that determines whether a ball is in or out of bounds. We learn about a kayaker who had to have his leg amputated after getting it caught between two boulders, but we have some questions... Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/illegally-streaming-kayaker-amputation-thicker-than-water] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/illegally-streaming-kayaker-amputation-thicker-than-water) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Become the best version of yourself and get 15% off Ned products with code BRAINCANDY at [https://helloned.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://helloned.com/BRAINCANDY) Get 15% off LolaVie with the code BRAIN15 at [https://www.lolavie.com/BRAIN15] (https://www.lolavie.com/BRAIN15) #lolaviepod Visit [https://www.carawayhome.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.carawayhome.com/BRAINCANDY) to take advantage of this limited-time offer for up to 20% off your next purchase. Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at [https://ritual.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://ritual.com/BRAINCANDY) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

05 Dec 2024

1 HR 07 MINS

1:07:13

05 Dec 2024

#871

869: Hologram Love, Big Donor Show, & Grandmother Grief

Sarah is thinking of going on the dating apps, and we are psyched! But we hope she doesn't end up married to a hologram like some "performance artist" that we hate. We talk about a reality show from the aughts that had people competing for a donated kidney from a terminally ill woman that turned out to be a hoax and was meant to raise awareness about organ donation. We learn about a man who loved a bakery only to find out later that the owner was his biological mom. We discuss a New York Times article that explains the "grief" some people are feeling when their children choose not to have children, which means they won't be grandparents. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/illegally-streaming-kayaker-amputation-thicker-than-water] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/illegally-streaming-kayaker-amputation-thicker-than-water) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: For 10% off your order, head to [https://www.jackblack.com/braincandy] (https://www.jackblack.com/BRAINCANDY) and use code BRAINCANDY Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to [https://rocketmoney.com/braincandy] (https://rocketmoney.com/braincandy) Go to [https://www.greenchef.com/braincandy50] (https://www.greenchef.com/braincandy50) and use code braincandy50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Get an additional 20% OFF the @honeylove Holiday sale by going to [https://www.honeylove.com/braincandy] (https://www.honeylove.com/braincandy) ! #honeylovepod See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

02 Dec 2024

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:54

02 Dec 2024

#870

868: Ali vs Tyson, Stanford Prison Experiment, & Elvis's Comeback

Sarah's a happy bunny, and it's a long time coming. We discuss the Mike Tyson v. Jake Paul fight, whether it was fixed, and why the slap should've tipped us off. Susie explains how his lisp, his love of pigeons, and the death of his daughter made people see him differently. We hear how the Muhammad Ali documentary showed how learning to withstand suffering can be the sign of a champion. We hear about the Stanford Prison Experiment documentary showed how this famous psychology research was flawed, unethical, and doesn't demonstrate the findings the researcher claimed. We learn how the design of Navy speedboats and the technology that allows them to go fast are causing the crews to get CTE, suffer addiction, and making suicide far more likely. We hear about a couple who broke up, but ended up back together after one of them got a concussion and forgot they broke up. And Susie wants to talk about how hot Elvis was during his comeback special and how the entertainment industry and his handlers made him feel powerless after his initial fame. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/ipqfjqj0n7] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/ipqfjqj0n7) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: To get 15% off your next gift, go to [https://www.uncommongoods.com/candy] (https://www.uncommongoods.com/candy) Visit [https://cozyearth.com/braincandy] (https://cozyearth.com/braincandy) and use my exclusive 40% off code BRAINCANDY to give the gift of luxury this holiday season. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

28 Nov 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:18

28 Nov 2024

#869

867: Gopher Miracle, Appalachian Sprint, & Cheesy Health

Sarah is navigating the wild world of homeownership and it's a jungle. We are heartned to hear cheese helps the medicine (alcohol) go down, and think we must be the healthiest women alive. We learn about a child influencer who recently came of age and because she has been exposed to online predators etc for so long she sees OnlyFans as her future. We discuss a phone that was installed on a bridge to help people in distress. We talk about a woman who beat the record for fastest hike of the Appalachian Trail and it is UNREAL how she did it. Let's just say she doesn't have all of her toenails. We find out how gophers healed the world, or at least the destruction of Mt. Saint Helen and it gives us hope for more gopher miracles. Plus, we mourn RayGun's retirement from the Breaking community. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/ipqfjqj0n7] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/ipqfjqj0n7) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Get $30 off the first box - PLUS a free item in every box - when you go to [https://wildgrain.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://wildgrain.com/BRAINCANDY) From now until December 4th, get up to 60% OFF @honeylove by going to [https://www.honeylove.com/braincandy] (https://www.honeylove.com/braincandy) ! #honeylovepod Now through Cyber Monday, get 25% off LolaVie at [https://www.lolavie.com/BRAIN15] (https://www.lolavie.com/BRAIN15) #lolaviepod See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

25 Nov 2024

1 HR 07 MINS

1:07:15

25 Nov 2024

#868

866: Disney Disabilities, Dating Cliches, & Motorcycle Mary

Sarah's got a Pow Report, and she is as happy as a clam. Susie wants her to start a menopausal snowboarding group. We'll see. Susie talks about Mary McGee, who was the first motorcycle racing woman and the first PERSON to race the Baha 500 solo, and how she was a trailblazer without even really trying. And how her flippant attitude about a tragedy seemed well-adjusted rather than detached, and we analyze how that could be. We debate whether the Menendez brothers deserve to be resentenced, and the strange development of true crime fandom affecting actual criminal situations. We learn about the new rules for skipping the line at Disney for people with disabilities, why some people in the disabled community are furious, and why Disney said they had to change the rules in the first place. There's a pee related mystery in Los Angeles, and Susie makes Sarah theorize about the motives of the urinator. We hear why baseball players are the only athletes who can't stop eating, and Sarah gives the best reason for why food is important to them. Plus, a dating site made it possible to mute accounts who use certain words and phrases, and we consider some of the cliches, tropes, and platitudes that should/would get your bio hidden. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/qexi1egd2i] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/qexi1egd2i) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code BRAINCANDY15 at [https://lumedeodorant.com] (https://lumedeodorant.com) ! #lumepod Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at [https://ritual.com/braincandy] (https://ritual.com/braincandy) For 10% off your order, head to [https://www.jackblack.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.jackblack.com/BRAINCANDY) and use code BRAINCANDY Get 25% off Sitewide + 2 FREE Dream Pillows with any mattress purchase at [https://helixsleep.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://helixsleep.com/BRAINCANDY) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

21 Nov 2024

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:34

21 Nov 2024

#867

865: Real World Reunion, Wet Dog Shake, & Monkeys on the Run

Sarah returned to her Real World house and wasn't prepared for how emotional it would make her, and now she's considering why the experience brought out so many feelings. We talk about "wet dog shake," what causes it, and why some mammals have that response to certain stimuli, while others, like cats and mice, don't. We learn about dozens of monkeys who escaped from a research lab, and debate whether we're on team monkeys or team science. Either way, those monkeys are clever and free. We discuss a man who uses a medical voice board to communicate and how he modified the device to make it more personal and reflective of his identity. We consider which accents we like in the world and which grate on our nerves, and why so many people hate the sound of their own voice. Sarah explains how chocolate exposed racism within the movie industry, and how things have improved since the 70s. Plus, we discuss the Sweet Bobby documentary where a woman is catfished by someone for a decade, and we debate how someone could allow that to happen, why it could happen to anyone, and why there wasn't much punishment for the person who tricked her. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/qexi1egd2i] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/qexi1egd2i) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Get an exclusive 20% off your first order at [https://thrivecausemetics.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://thrivecausemetics.com/BRAINCANDY) his episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.Visit [https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandy] (https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandy) today to get 10% off your first month. Get ten dollars off any order! Enjoy free shipping when you subscribe. Go to [https://nutrafol.com] (https://nutrafol.com/) and enter the promo code BRAINCANDYGIFT For 50% off your first order, head to [https://www.smalls.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.smalls.com/BRAINCANDY) and use code BRAINCANDY See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

18 Nov 2024

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:22

18 Nov 2024

#866

864: Alien Abduction, Surgery Scandal, & Strongest Bird Breeder

Sarah and Susie are fresh off their New York adventure, and they spent one night in their hotel room getting spooked by the Manhattan Alien Abduction documentary. Hear why we are kind of convinced that a woman was abducted, and feel bad that people question it. Susie met a man who gave himself a vasectomy (don't worry, he's a urology surgeon), and got the scoop on whether it really is as bad as men claim it is. We learn about a Strongman champion who recently died, and how he was a successful bird breeder who said the color and beauty of the fowls brought out his "gentle side." We also discuss the founder of the JanSport company and inventor of the backpack, mummy sleeping bag, and modern hiking bag, and how his innovative designs are so ubiquitous we can't imagine a world without them! We talk about new advances in the science of itching and the reasons why pain gets all the attention, while itching is understudied. Plus, we have a theory (well, Lincoln does) about why one basketball player refused to admit his actual height. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/fool-me-once-science-of-itching-luckiest-guy-in-the-world] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/fool-me-once-science-of-itching-luckiest-guy-in-the-world) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: To get 15% off your next gift, go to [https://www.uncommongoods.com/candy] (https://www.uncommongoods.com/candy) Visit [https://cozyearth.com/braincandy] (https://cozyearth.com/braincandy) and use my exclusive 40% off code BRAINCANDY to give the gift of luxury this holiday season. Get Up to 50% OFF @honeylove by going to [https://www.honeylove.com/braincandy] (https://www.honeylove.com/braincandy) ! #honeylovepod See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

14 Nov 2024

1 HR 14 MINS

1:14:10

14 Nov 2024

#865

863: Bagel Ambassador, Weiner Business, & Bulky Bacteria

Sarah is falling in love with bacteria now that she knows they are excited for pow season too, and they get ready by packing on the pounds. We learn how Parkland survivors were given a special legal authority over the rights and licenses associated with the person who attacked them, and why more of these arrangements are ahead for survivors at long last. We talk about a study that said longevity can be increased by adding just a few minutes of movement to your day, but Susie thinks they're being a little cheeky in presenting the data. We are shocked to learn the top bagel flavor and we want to know the monsters who are ordering them. Susie remembered that her fascination with hot dogs is actually in her blood, and we are loving it. We debate how to stop elderly people from being scam victims, and why Susie has little compassion for them when they choose strangers over their only families. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/fool-me-once-science-of-itching-luckiest-guy-in-the-world] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/fool-me-once-science-of-itching-luckiest-guy-in-the-world) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to [https://rocketmoney.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://rocketmoney.com/braincandy) Go to [https://paireyewear.com] (https://paireyewear.com/) and shop the Holiday sale to save 20% sitewide. And support the show by mentioning that The Brain Candy Podcast sent you in your post-checkout survey! Get 15% off LolaVie with the code BRAIN15 at [https://www.lolavie.com/BRAIN15] (https://www.lolavie.com/BRAIN15) #lolaviepod Visit [https://www.carawayhome.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.carawayhome.com/BRAINCANDY) to take advantage of this limited-time offer for up to 20% off your next purchase! See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:31

11 Nov 2024

#864

862: Good Vibrations, Uncrustables, & Bad Cheer

Susie is over the moon after having met her lifelong inspiration and hero, musical genius Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys. She can't even articulate how amazing it was, but if you ever get the chance to meet your hero, DO IT! We discuss the Martha Stewart documentary, which is amazing, and how her complicated psyche and quirky personality make for fascinating psychological viewing. We talk about the Join or Die documentary that explores why civic associations are so important and why we must get involved. Susie reveals how a Brainiac is using Brain Candy clips to teach his students about implicit bias, and we are SOOO excited about it. Who knew the NFL ate so many Uncrustables. We hear how many they're eating and Sarah's got a theory about why football players in particular have an appetite for toddler food. China is at it again with their sneaky tourist traps, and it is a hoot. We discuss an exposé on the dangers of cheerleading, why one company is lobbying against their accreditation as a sport, and how cheerleaders are being put in harm's way. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-nfls-pbjs-tourist-traps-bowling-alone] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-nfls-pbjs-tourist-traps-bowling-alone) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Get up to 50% OFF @honeylove by going to [https://www.honeylove.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.honeylove.com/BRAINCANDY) ! #honeylovepod Become the best version of yourself and get 15% off Ned products with code BRAINCANDY at [https://helloned.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://helloned.com/BRAINCANDY) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

07 Nov 2024

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:53

07 Nov 2024

#863

861: Mormon Magic, Self-Awareness, & Snack Pockets

Ever think you could identify a person's religion from just looking at them? Well, apparently people can identify Mormons and we want to know what it is that makes that possible. We hear about a movement in Netherlands to turn concrete into gardens. We learn about a study on self-awareness that showed how most people are clueless about how people see them, and we learn tips on how to fix it in ourselves. We hear about Prada's new spacesuits for astronauts and Susie is jealous and Sarah has some questions about the suits's features. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-nfls-pbjs-tourist-traps-bowling-alone] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-nfls-pbjs-tourist-traps-bowling-alone) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Head to [https://factormeals.com/BRAINCANDY50] (https://factormeals.com/BRAINCANDY50) and use code braincandy50 to get 50% off your first box and 20% off your next month. Get Up to 50% OFF @honeylove by going to [https://www.honeylove.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://www.honeylove.com/BRAINCANDY) ! #honeylovepod Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at [https://ritual.com/braincandy] (https://ritual.com/braincandy) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

04 Nov 2024

1 HR 06 MINS

1:06:04

04 Nov 2024

#862

860: Dream On, Organ Donation Hell, & Robot Dating

Sarah is grappling with her diminished enthusiasm for sPoOoOoOoky season and the reason she's less into it these days. We hear about the women's basketball Olympic team from 1996, and how they ushered in the creation of the WNBA, and the tragedy that befell one of the gold medalists. We discuss the British game of Conker and the championship scandal that is cracking us up (pun intended). And Sarah's got a theory about what really happened... We learn about a horrific organ donation story that will make you question the whole process. We hear what European countries that are the most...romantic (horny) and why Sarah's theory about this might be wrong. We discuss the men who are dating AI robots and why they are misguided in their approach to handling their loneliness and fears of rejection. Plus, Sarah asked ChatGPT to tell her something about herself and she was brought to tears with its answer. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-horniest-countries-ai-girlfriends-a-conker-scandal] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-horniest-countries-ai-girlfriends-a-conker-scandal) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Visit [https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandy] (https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandy) today to get 10% off your first month. To get 15% off your next gift, go to [https://www.uncommongoods.com/candy] (https://www.uncommongoods.com/candy) For 10% off your order, head to [https://www.jackblack.com/braincandy] (https://www.jackblack.com/BRAINCANDY) and use code BRAINCANDY See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

31 Oct 2024

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:30

31 Oct 2024

#861

859: Cemetery Shenanigans, Elephant Evolution, & Winslet’s World Record

Sarah was feeling left out of the crazy spider bite conversation. She got one of her own, so she and Susie can be Spider Bite Besties. We hear about Sarah’s recent obsession with Love Is Blind: Habibi, and why it's so much better than the American version. We learn why elephants are evolving at a faster rate to cope with humans hunting their tusks, and Susie thinks it’s a real win for the species. A man was fined for being too spooky in a cemetery, but we’ve got some questions before we pass judgment. Sarah fills us in on the Guinness World Record holder for longest breath held underwater, which leads to a shocking discovery about Kate Winslet–as if she wasn’t impressive enough already! Plus, NASA’s LunaRecycle Challenge is asking us to shift how we think about waste and come up with some new solutions. Sarah reports on the shocking brain changes in teens during COVID lockdown, but there’s one gendered aspect that doesn’t surprise us. Listen to more podcasts like this: [https://wavepodcastnetwork.com] (https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/) Read this week's Newsletter: [https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-horniest-countries-ai-girlfriends-a-conker-scandal] (https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/the-horniest-countries-ai-girlfriends-a-conker-scandal) Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: [https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com] (https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com/) Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast] (https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast) Susie's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister] (https://www.instagram.com/susiemeister) Sarah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice] (https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice) BCP on X: [https://www.x.com/braincandypod] (https://www.x.com/braincandypod) Sponsors: Get 30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to [https://wildgrain.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://wildgrain.com/BRAINCANDY) to start your subscription! Get an exclusive 20% off your first order at [https://thrivecausemetics.com/BRAINCANDY] (https://thrivecausemetics.com/BRAINCANDY) Get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to [https://nutrafol.com] (https://nutrafol.com/) and enter the promo code BRAINCANDY See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

28 Oct 2024

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:13

28 Oct 2024

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