Today is all about women in the news. We discuss the first woman to officially complete the Boston Marathon and her triumphant return 50 years later. We discuss Chrissy Tiegen's latest admission that she has armpit plastic surgery (and how Susie didn't even know that was a thing). We find out the 5 different kinds of vaginas (from the point of view of a bikini waxer). Plus, we talk about pedophile culture, and people accidentally encourage it. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodca...
May 11, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 120
Today we're exploring the concept of morality. What makes something good or bad? We discuss the Ashley Madison website, and the cheaters who use it. We debate whether reality shows and their participants need to be ethical when they're playing the game. Plus, we talk about the Golden Rule, and how it's not as clear cut as it sounds. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Br...
May 08, 2017•50 min•Ep. 119
This episode is all about the candy and pretty much no brain. Look, we never said we'd have balance. Today we're talking about Jesse Williams' break-up and rumored relationship with Minka Kelly. We also discuss Serena Williams' pregnant win and the racist backlash she's receiving. We cover The Bachelor's Chris Soules and his recent hit-and-run, and how it might stem from his time on reality TV. Plus, Sarah talks about the time she met Caitlyn Jenner. Finally, we lament the untimely passing of Er...
May 04, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 118
This is our most informative installment in our The Real World series. We talk about what it's really like living in a Real World house. We talk about the "bat phone," how much interaction the cast can have with the crew, and why it's more like living on a TV set than in a house. Find out what happened when Sarah found a microphone installed in her bed. Hear our thoughts on the "fourth wall." Plus, we take your questions! Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our...
May 01, 2017•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 117
Today we discuss our recent outing to the Long Beach Aquarium, and how we got up close and personal with birds doing the nasty. This leads to a discussion about the literal birds and the the bees. We talk about the phrase "eskimo brothers," and find out where the term originated. Sarah describes a blackout drinking incident, and how she still practiced safe sex (and she's "sure" of it). Plus, we debate whether rape jokes can ever be funny, and whether Dave Chapelle is out of touch. We talk about...
Apr 27, 2017•57 min•Ep. 116
Today we explore some recent headlines including the outing of a transgender contestant on Survivor, and how CBS handled it. We discuss April the Giraffe and her new baby (and the webcam that broadcast it live). We talk about a recent nightmare Sarah experienced on a flight, and the United airlines scandal when a man was dragged off the airplane. We debate a recent video that Mayim Bialik posted where she said we should all stop calling women "girls." Plus, we have a conspiracy theory about the ...
Apr 24, 2017•59 min•Ep. 115
Today's show is about the hit podcast, S-Town, and why it has our brains in a tizzy. S-Town explores themes of racism, sexuality, suicide, grief, greed, class, and intelligence, and it does so with an incredible knack for narrative. We discuss the details of the show as well as the ways it captured our attention. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast we...
Apr 20, 2017•49 min•Ep. 114
We had so much to say about the show that started reality TV that we decided to do a second part. In this episode, we talk about what it's like to wear microphones all day, everyday. We talk about the contracts (and how we basically sign our lives away). Plus, Sarah contacts her dad for the first time in ten years to ask him a question about her show. We talk about the New York Times article that came out recently about a Real Worlder who ended up homeless. Listen to more podcasts like this: htt...
Apr 17, 2017•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 113
Today we start getting real about the show that started it all. We talk about how The Real World came to be, reminisce about the early episodes, and we talk about how the show has evolved. We also interview Judd Winick who starred on the ground-breaking San Francisco season, married one of his cast mates, and became close with Pedro Zamora. We also find out what Judd is up to now, and how he is living his dream as a New York Times' best-selling author/illustrator. We didn't realize when we start...
Apr 13, 2017•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 112
Who are the people who believe the earth is flat? Why are so many NBA players in denial about us having a round planet? Today we talk about these conspiracy theorists. We talk about vaccines and people who don't believe in vaccinating their kids. We're going to get a lot of hate mail for this episode. We're dreading that, but we lack the ability to censor ourselves. We talk about Sarah's rage about Smurfette and Susie vents about McDonald's asking kids if they want a "girl" or "boy" Happy Meal. ...
Apr 10, 2017•1 hr•Ep. 111
This week we re-explore Disney, and its latest incarnations. We talk about the Beauty & the Beast live action remake with Emma Watson (and the outrage over the gay character). Sarah has a full-blown meltdown over her obsession with Moana. And we talk about how Disney is apparently bowing to criticisms over their princess culture. Can you be a feminist and love Disney? We discuss. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up fo...
Apr 06, 2017•53 min•Ep. 110
We're going to the chapel and talking about weddings. The horror stories, Bridezillas, and inspiring moments from our lives and from our listeners. We discuss how Sarah's brothers almost got arrested at her wedding, we talk about how families make for complicated decision-making, and Sarah says she's ready to officiate at a gay wedding if you're interested. Plus, she reveals why she HATES her wedding ring! We hear about a wedding where Susie believed the couple was going to get a divorce, why La...
Apr 03, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 109
Today we're talking about popularity, hits, and going viral. How does popularity "happen" in the digital age. We discuss one-hit wonders, Sarah's obsession with Angry Birds, and the science of making something popular. We also interview Derek Thompson, the author of Hit-Makers: Popularity in an Age of Distraction. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast w...
Mar 30, 2017•55 min•Ep. 108
Today we talk about the hit show of the year, This is Us, and interview the show's executive producer and director, Ken Olin. In addition to the This is Us bonanza, we have a very special co-host! Susie's sister, Gretchen joins the show to take Sarah's place while Sarah is on vacation. We talk about our obsession with This Is Us, and Ken Olin. We go over the show's first season (spoiler alert!), what we think will happen, and which characters we would be if we were on the show. Finally, Susie in...
Mar 28, 2017•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 107
Lions, tigers, and bears! Today we're talking animals. Sarah is obsessed with the Planet Earth documentary series (which she watches while she smokes doobies), and has now developed an affection for lemurs. We debate what animals we think we look like (and how Sarah's nose has a wing span). Plus, we have a lengthy side discussion about manic pixie dream girls and how we hate them. We debate whether pets are worth the hassle. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join ...
Mar 23, 2017•50 min•Ep. 106
Today's show is all about the human body--weird things that our human shells do and that we do to ourselves. We explore butt injections and talk about "man boobs." We discuss babies that are born with full sets of teeth, why we can't recognize faces without their eyebrows, and the magic of a "princess toe." Sarah gleefully gives Susie a quiz about the human body. And we call fitness and wellness expert Brianne Wetzel to talk about women and what she recommends for when you break your diet or fal...
Mar 21, 2017•52 min•Ep. 105
We recount stories from our youth including the time Sarah stole from Pacific Sunwear. We learn about the time Susie's neighbor flashed his penis while she was selling candy door-to-door. We relive our favorite childhood memories, and discuss how Baby Jessica falling down the well was the birth of reality TV. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast websit...
Mar 16, 2017•1 hr•Ep. 104
We talk about how TV has changed over time. We go down memory lane w/ our favorite TV theme songs, explore the single-camera vs. multi-cam debate, and talk about how Friends has some pretty politically incorrect moments. This episode will surely include commentary on one of your favorite shows no matter when it came out. Plus, we get the inside scoop from Emmy-Award winning writer, Ken Levine, who wrote for Cheers, MASH, Frasier, Wings, and tons of other amazing shows. He talks about the state o...
Mar 13, 2017•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 103
As you can see, this episode is a real grab bag of hilarity. We wanted to make another version of our Weird and Wacky series, so we talked about everything from drug use in Nazi Germany to the mystery of Richard Simmons' disappearance and elder abuse. Find out why Susie is Carrie Fisher's soul mate and being a celebrity's child must be really difficult. Plus, we debate whether Cameron Esposito is sexy or not. This episode is great. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.co...
Mar 09, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 102
We wanted to get down to the nitty-gritty about pregnancy, fertility, miscarriage, and all sorts of gynecological questions. You've been asking to hear our thoughts on these issues, and we finally deliver (see what we did there?). We discuss having children late in life, what I'm like as a mother, whether Sarah wants to have kids, and more. PLUS! We have Kameelah Phillips from the Real World Boston and is now an OB-GYN, and founder of O Baby! Maternity Consulting and Blog. She answers all our bu...
Mar 02, 2017•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 101
Today is a celebration of our first 100 episodes. We talk about our favorite episodes, answer listener questions, & relive the most hilarious moments and more! This episode is filled with Challenge trivia, nostalgia from our show, and some of our listeners' comments. Here's to many more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Feb 23, 2017•56 min•Ep. 100
Today we wanted to keep the silly stuff rolling, so this week we're celebrating all things leisure. We wanted to take a breather. Movies, bars, books, pools. EVERYTHING that isn't work is on the menu today. We laugh our asses off about how ridiculous people look holding their shitty paintings up after those wine and paint events. We discuss our passion for Bob Ross and his happy little trees. Sarah claims she experienced sexism at a local Go-Kart track. Plus, we both discuss how organization and...
Feb 21, 2017•47 min•Ep. 100
Today we decided to explore the ways birth order effects your life. Find out whether Susie is a stereotypical youngest child, whether Sarah is a bossy oldest child, and more. We take a quiz to see how we fit into the schema. Plus, we guess whether celebrities are the oldest, youngest, middle (or only!) child in their families. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's Newsletter: https://us13.campaign-archive.com/?u=16898740cfa903f53d0aa6ef4&id=2ecf8d...
Feb 16, 2017•46 min•Ep. 99
Today's episode is all about guilty pleasures. From food to tv shows to well, wine. Find out what our guilty pleasures are. Plus, find out the science of why we feel so damn good when we're indulging in things so damn bad. Finally, we have our favorite comedian on the show, Heather McDonald. She is the host of the Juicy Scoop podcast and is one of the most in-demand comics today. She is HILARIOUS. We talk to her about motherhood, how she imagines Kate Hudson and Brad Pitt's alleged relationship,...
Feb 09, 2017•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 98
We're discussing love, breakups, marriage, and singlehood in today's show. We especially want to celebrate the women in our life, so we're pretty excited about the idea of thinking about February 14 through the lens of love (no matter what kind!). Join us for a conversation on love and relationships. Find out whether Sarah is a traditional woman and what the hosts have planned for Valentine's Day. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our mer...
Feb 06, 2017•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 97
We discuss activism and how to be a person of action. Everything from marching to protesting to downloading an app are all things that can be used to make your mark on the political landscape. We talk about how everyone has different gifts, but they can all be used to make the world better. Plus, we interviewed the Women's March on Washington viral sensation and singer, MILCK. MILCK's single Quiet is a huge hit thanks to her and the amazing choir of women who sang with her in Washington DC and o...
Feb 02, 2017•52 min•Ep. 96
Surprise! We're doing two episodes this week. We had so much stuff to talk about that we couldn't fit it into one episode. So here you go! You've been wanting us to talk about the mysterious Mandela Effect and why our memories are so flawed. We also share a pot horror story from, believe it or not, Susie. We discuss time travel, golden showers, and more nonsense! Enjoy! Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free new...
Jan 30, 2017•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 95
Susie and Sarah take calls from listeners and give them advice on everything from love to work to religion. It gets real personal. Find out what we tell a listener who wants to start her own business. We give love advice to a woman who has a crush on a stand-up comedian. Plus, we talk to a gal whose mom wants her to attend mass, but she doesn't believe in God anymore! Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsl...
Jan 26, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 94
Leah Remini's hit A&E show, Scientology and the Aftermath has made a lot of people curious about the inner workings of the religious organization. Today we answer some of those questions. We talk about how the group attracts members, why they are so controversial, and what the future of the group looks like. Plus, we talk to former spokesperson for Scientology and Sea Org member, Mike Rinder. He talks about why people stay in the organization and describes the ways his life has been turned u...
Jan 19, 2017•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 93
This week we talk about the big news that Challenge:Invasion is coming out on February 7. We don't give away any spoilers, but we speculate based upon what we've heard and the little we know about the upcoming season. Plus, we delve into the casting process on reality tv. We discuss how they choose cast members, what they're looking for, and what it was like to go through that. We share our favorite reality shows, and talk about the latest gossip in reality tv with Teen Mom, Fixer Upper, Celebri...
Jan 11, 2017•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 92
