Today we hear about Sarah's goals for 2020. Susie breaks down the royal drama w/ Meghan & Harry. Find out why one woman is getting nude for a good cause. Sarah is worked up about counterfeit beauty supplies. Hear how someone caught their cheating partner thanks to technology. Ever seen a human with a rhinoceros horn? We have, & we're not ok. Plus, Sarah's got a theory about Rudolph's Island of Misfit Toys. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's...
Feb 03, 2020•58 min•Ep. 390
Today we get an update on snowball crimes. We learn why female scholars don't promote their work. Find out why Susie is banning exclamation points & emojis. We hear why spiders did drugs, & how it affected them. Sarah reveals new developments in treatment for schizophrenia. Susie is worked up about glass bridges. Plus, we have a lot of questions about organ transplants. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/thebr...
Jan 27, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 389
Today we discuss Sarah's misadventures in cat-sitting. Susie gives an update on her "badass" theory. We talk about adrenaline, & some of the ways it informs our decisions. We debate whether near-death experiences are real. Sarah gets REALLY mad about cookies in space, & ends up furious with a hotelier. It's a thing. Susie talks about how a virtual reality experience changed her life. Plus, we find out some of the words of 2019. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwor...
Jan 23, 2020•59 min•Ep. 388
Today we give the sock industry (aka Big Sock) a piece of our minds. We discuss a documentary called Voyeur where a man peeps on the guests at his motel for 30 years. Hear our thoughts on Don't F*ck With Cats, & why this docuseries is a must-watch. We find out why landlines might've been better for family connection, & the jargon around them is disappearing. We debate whether sleepovers should be a thing for kids. Plus, we learn why Generation X females got a bum deal, & are less suc...
Jan 20, 2020•53 min•Ep. 387
Today we craft some theories about who is putting cowboy hats on pigeons. We discuss how the mafia has dropped their ban on gay members. A Wisconsin town banned snowballs, & we have some opinions on the matter. We are livid about a Big Brother Spain cast member who was assaulted on-camera & forced to watch the footage. We debate whether people should use cellphones in museums. Plus, we interview Cora Harrington, owner of The Lingerie Addict about body positivity, sexuality, & fashion...
Jan 13, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 386
Find out Susie & Sarah's highs & lows from 2019. Sarah shares some of science's biggest developments last year. We find out why they might be building a "hen den" on the moon (or not). Susie gets crabby about the Kardsashians. Sarah tells us about a Human Library where you check out people, not books. We find out why being in Antarctica will change your brain. Plus, we learn the history of denim, & why some people mine for jeans underground. Listen to more podcasts like this: https:/...
Jan 09, 2020•58 min•Ep. 385
Today we find out Sarah's theory about why women love shoes & handbags. We hear how doing drugs helped Sarah love herself more. Susie & Sarah discuss their New Year's resolutions. We learn the science of the "hot hand" & whether you really can get on a roll. We find out a hilarious caper involving a man who robbed a caricature artist. Hear why kids love garbage trucks so much. Plus, a man proposed to a doll after she got plastic surgery. For real. Listen to more podcasts like this: h...
Jan 06, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 384
Today we find out why some animals are freakishly loud, & sperm whales are weird. We hear why Donald Duck might be a martian. Sarah reveals her recurring nightmare that raises a lot of questions about her mental state & the space station. Anti-vaxxers want a new name, so Sarah gave them some. We have regrets about meat. Sarah discusses her fear of dissecting frogs. Plus, we find out what our own personal hells would be, & want to hear yours. Listen to more podcasts like this: https:/...
Dec 31, 2019•54 min•Ep. 383
Today we find out about a girl in Mexico who wins ultramarathons, but doesn't seem happy about it. We find out why some beauty is useless & how beauty standards have changed. We learn what science claims is the "perfect" painting, & why Susie might prefer the ugly one. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/381-382 Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & mor...
Dec 19, 2019•58 min•Ep. 382
Today we find out why Susie & Sarah are celebrating Howard Stern. Hear why some people are trying to catch some rays on their buttholes. We debate the virtues of being in an exercise biker gang. Susie falls in love with a 18,000 year old puppy. Sarah offers great advice if you hate "to do" lists. We debunk the myth of the morning routine. Plus, we find out what it's really like to work for a psychic phone network. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this we...
Dec 16, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 381
Today we're mad at another board game. Find out why people get stressed during the holidays. We debate a new anti-drug message that missed the mark. Susie is thinking about starting cocaine. We discuss "cancel culture," & we debate its virtues. Find out how an 82-yo kicked a burglars ass. Plus, we learn why someone died because of a dog kiss. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/379-380 Join our...
Dec 12, 2019•54 min•Ep. 380
Today we find out about a stepmom who got in trouble for walking around her house topless. Susie talks about Picasso's electrician who had acquired 200+ Picasso paintings, & now there's questions about how he got them. Find out what happens when a whole generation looks to the Kardashians for guidance. We discuss elitism, & why we should pay more attention to science, scholars, & thinkers instead of "listening to our gut." Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork...
Dec 09, 2019•57 min•Ep. 379
Today we discuss sexism in fashion, & whether "boyfriend jeans" are patriarchal. We find out the results of Sarah's "badass" poll. Hear why the term "revenge porn" is incorrect. Find out why Susie cut her kid off from his iPad. We find out why rats are being taught how to drive. Plus, we discuss why some people get sick in Paris due to culture shock. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/377-378 ...
Dec 05, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 378
Today we hear why Susie went to a farm sanctuary, & is trying to limit her meat consumption, but then the convo devolves into a debate about the best burger. Hear what Taco Bell thinks you should do w/ their food. We find out why sumo wrestlers would rather die than have a woman give them medical care. Find out why Marie Kondo is on our bad list. We learn about the importance of pop culture. Plus, get advice on a healthy body image w/ guest Jess Suchan. Listen to more podcasts like this: htt...
Dec 02, 2019•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 377
Today we hear the new lyrics to Baby, It's Cold Outside, & we have very strong opinions on them. We find out what Pharrel thinks about Blurred Lines now. We have a very strange bag of dicks mystery. Find out what astronauts might be baking cookies & getting drunk in space. Sarah explains why people don't care about you as much as you think. We find out about a penguin who is very grateful for his life. We discuss how adapting our parenting to kids' interests might make them brainier. Lis...
Nov 25, 2019•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 376
Today we find out what the response has been since Sarah announced her new man. Susie reveals the perfect pop song according to science. We find out whether boys & girls think about math the same. We debate the virtues of dopamine fasting, & Sarah has a very strong opinion on the subject. Find out about a cat who was placed in solitary confinement. We learn how costume design works for animation. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's Newslette...
Nov 21, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 375
Today we find out what happens when sex is on the brain. We commiserate about daylight savings & an unruly FedEx deliveryman. We discuss the T.I. scandal with his daughter's virginity. Sarah reveals why scientists think sharks have dinner parties. We discuss techniques for limiting anxiety. Plus, we find out why Sarah is competitive. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/374-375 Join our Candy Cl...
Nov 18, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 374
Today we discuss how Joker is inspiring Susie's research on criminals. We discuss an infuriating seminar where women were told their brains are smaller than men's. We hear about a doctor who was selling babies out of his clinic. We discuss Sarah's reaction to Tell Me Who I Am, & why she couldn't finish the film. Hear the grossest things we've found in our food. Plus, Sarah gets the creeps from something we see everyday. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read t...
Nov 14, 2019•57 min•Ep. 373
Today we discuss whether should still identify as queer even though she's only dating men. We find out why produce is sitting in warehouses for months before you eat it. Hear why Sarah was bullied in high school. We discuss dogs who run away & are found years later, plus one dog who came back home just to bite his owner. And we find out about a man who wore a shirt that might have save his life. Learn why coincidences might help you have a full life. Listen to more podcasts like this: https:...
Nov 11, 2019•53 min•Ep. 372
Today we hear about Sarah's new man, and why she's happier than ever. We learn where they met, and what they've been up to lately. Sarah reveals more science on why hugging makes life better. Susie has a theory about why she loves reality tv. We find out what men hate about marriage. We hear about two documentaries that surprised Susie & Sarah. And we talk about a man who is avoiding all news, and we debate whether people should avoid the news or being informed. Listen to more podcasts like ...
Nov 07, 2019•53 min•Ep. 371
It's here! Today we go through some of our (and your) favorite clips from the last four years. Hear Sarah cry about Moana. Reminisce about the time Susie got high on a minute amount of pot. Hear the classic tale of Sarah's poop emergency. Remember why cats are psychopaths. Talk down the poop knife memory lane. And so many other hilarious moments from Poot Lovator to Chrissy the customer sales rep, vagina confidence, and Gorilla Glue. This episode is not to be missed! Listen to more podcasts like...
Nov 04, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 370
Today we hear a spooky update to Sarah's obsession w/ lynx. We take the enneagram test and Susie is NOT into it. We find out the difference between narcissism & self-esteem. We hear how one stalker used Instagram pics to find a pop star. We debate the outcome of a peeping tom situation. And Susie realizes why she was never able to do the Magic Eye posters. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/36...
Oct 31, 2019•55 min•Ep. 369
Today we find out why Instagram might be the perfect fashion platform. We learn about a man who only eats mac-n-cheese. Susie reveals a strange mystery that might involve the occult & the reason some people are carving pumpkins in the ocean. Sarah talks about a spooky car wash. We have a suspect in our search for Linda. We find out how you can walk on water like Jesus. And the science behind why rich people are assholes. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read ...
Oct 28, 2019•53 min•Ep. 368
Today we hear the science behind anxiety, & how to avoid it. We debate the recent controversy with Ellen & George W. Bush. Susie tells a story about a family whose basement was flooded w/ blood. Hear why Sarah is superstitious despite herself. We find out why people are covering their phones w/ skin. We learn about a female serial killer in India. Susie talks about the Yesterday movie & reveals why Sarah is the best therapist in all the land. Listen to more podcasts like this: https:...
Oct 24, 2019•51 min•Ep. 367
Today we find out about an unusual flavor of ice cream people are enjoying. We find out why kids are better humans than adults. We find out why Wikipedia is part of the patriarchy. Susie reveals why we often sabotage our own best interests and she tells a horrific tale of a doctor who performed surgery on HIMSELF. Plus, we learn about a woman who was caught in a crime because of her love of BINGO. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's Newsletter: http...
Oct 21, 2019•58 min•Ep. 366
Today we analyze Sarah's frequent rage at retailers. We find out about a man who is making a fortune (?) off of jigsaw puzzles. Susie reveals a shocking way people are getting sick thanks to state fairs and hot tubs. Sarah shares a fascinating fact about people with schizophrenia. We learn why construction workers are getting injuries due to climate change. Plus Sarah debates whether she should get another tattoo. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Read this week's...
Oct 17, 2019•59 min•Ep. 365
We discuss a hilarious conspiracy theory about Stevie Wonder. We learn a shocking statistic about veterinarians and dentists. Susie talks about a woman who quit her job to "spoil" her husband. We discuss a crazy story of a young girl who was adopted, who people now believe might be an adult. Sarah is pissed about a new Monopoly game. We hear about a cool clown registry, a gender neutral doll, & an extraordinary doctor. Plus, Sarah plays audio from either animals fighting or witches in the wo...
Oct 14, 2019•56 min•Ep. 364
Today we hear about Sarah's spooky October plans. We debunk the period syncing myth, & Sarah is not happy. Hear why you are probably not going to get arthritis no matter what your mom says. Susie describes why women might be hornier that we thought (or not). Our hearts are warmed by a new charity that helps dementia patients laugh again. We get an update on the Mt. Everest viral pic. And we get dark talking about depression, suicide, and how laughter really is the (2nd) best medicine. Listen...
Oct 10, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 363
Today we learn a clever parent who figured out how to get his kids to text him back. We debate how amusement parks could innovate to keep our phones safe. We discuss why sexism is bad for men's mental health. Susie shares how washing machines help fight absenteeism at school. Sarah discusses a secret manual for committing crimes w/o getting caught. And we welcome Emmy award-winner, Ken Levine to talk about television, writing, & pop culture, & his podcast. Listen to more podcasts like th...
Oct 07, 2019•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 362
Today we find out the latest on Sarah's dating life, we find out why she's pissed at a Kinko's manager, & she shares TMI about wombat poop. We find out why scientists are celebrating weird discoveries. Susie grosses us out with the scoop on airline water. Sarah opines about fitting room nastiness. We learn why the bystander effect might not be as prevalent as we believed. There's a new documentary that is giving Susie & Sarah goosebumps. And we discuss the strange story of Supersize Me's...
Oct 03, 2019•58 min•Ep. 361