Today we find out about a documentary on the cruise that set sail without realizing there was Covid onboard. We hear why it was so haunting to watch. We also learn why Sarah LOVE cruises (and Susie is not happy about it). Hear why two women in India are trying to change curse words to be less offensive. Susie is furious about a Super Mario Bros video game. We discuss the rise of "therapy speak" and why it's not always a great thing. Find out why computers can causes distress by not realizing whe...
Apr 19, 2021•58 min•Ep. 509
Sarah watched a documentary about skateboarding, and now she is WORKED UP. She learned about gender inequalities in the sport, and is hoping this documentary helps change it. We discuss "Smurfette syndrome" and pay inequities for female athletes. We find out why Khloe Kardashian is mad about an "unauthorized" picture, and we're having none of it. We discuss unrealistic beauty standards, plastic surgery, and filters. Plus, we find out what Sarah wrote in her Real World diary, and it's HILARIOUS. ...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 508
Today we hear about why Sarah had a serious AWH (accident waiting to happen), and Susie can't quit laughing about it (but that might be because she is high on vicodin at the moment). They talk about the man who accidentally had 15,000 bees in his car. Hear why Sarah might have single-handedly put Blockbuster out of business. We discuss the musical stylings of Doc Severinson, and how Sarah knows Susie like a book. Find out why goats might show up on your Zoom screen. Get an update on what's in Sa...
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 507
Today we found out about a "scary" tunnel near Sarah's home, and cracked the case on why she's afraid of it (and it's hilarious). Sarah describes a study done on conversations that determined that everyone is unhappy with each other. She raves about a new movie that changed how she sees the world and brought her to a place of gratitude. We find out which movie fans are thriving in the pandemic, and how your taste in movies might help you in real life. Plus, we take a quiz to find out how much mo...
Apr 05, 2021•58 min•Ep. 506
Today we hear about Sarah's disastrous moving experience, but celebrate her new home. We find out if she still believes mermaids exist. We discuss a woman who has found love...with a roller coaster, and even *had kids with it*, and we wonder whether it's love or lust. We find out why a French town is furious about meatless lunches. Susie explains why a knitting platform is fighting about politics. We hear why Susie's fillers caused a big problem for her recently, and we discuss why "instagram fa...
Apr 01, 2021•58 min•Ep. 505
Today we find out about a documentary that makes you nostalgic for the 90s, but realize how things have improved for mental health concerns. We talk about the Allen v. Farrow documentary, & why our society ignored Woody's creepy behavior. We find out how scientists are trying to make your phone have the ability to smell. Susie describes a creepy clown motel, and Sarah reveals why she would never stay there. We hear why some birds don't know how to sing. Susie reveals why tattoo ink might be ...
Mar 29, 2021•59 min•Ep. 504
Today we discuss Sarah's vulnerability, and why she thinks she's able to open up like she does. We hear why Susie grew up in a sharing culture too, but somehow didn't learn how to be vulnerable. Sarah describes her next move, and the reasons she knows she's on the right path. We hear the history of the heart shape, and why it might've helped people avoid pregnancy. Sarah is wound up about TikTok "wellness" influencers who she thinks are giving bad advice. Plus, we are shocked by what Sarah disco...
Mar 25, 2021•57 min•Ep. 503
Today we find out how Larry David prevented a man from being wrongfully convicted of murder. Susie describes how women used to be the beer brewers until they were accused of being witches. We learn why cute animal pics might be more disturbing than you think. We find out what people dream about when they're dying, and why it brings comfort. Susie reveals the bonkers history of the bathroom scale, and why it contributes to lies about weight. We discuss the pros and cons of imposter syndrome. Plus...
Mar 22, 2021•59 min•Ep. 502
Today Sarah shares the story of her breakup, and explains why she wouldn't change the past year regardless. We find out the advice she's been getting from well-meaning people, and laugh about how Susie just joins Sarah in the misery instead. We hear how Costa Rican Fabio offered some interesting insight. Sarah ends up giving herself therapy in real-time on the show. We return to our discussion about the importance of being in nature, learn about the "billionaire's breakfast" and the value of liv...
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 501
Today's the day! Our 500th episode is here, and we are SOOO thankful! What a special achievement, and we couldn't have done it without you! To celebrate, Sarah made a Best of the Worst Tournament of Champions March Madness Bracket, and it is H I L A R I O U S! Who will be the winner (?) of the thing we hate the most??? Will it be the patriarchy? Johnny Bananas? Whistlers???? There are so many contenders for this dubious distinction! In the midst of it all we find even more things we hate (wet so...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 500
Today we find out why mother nature is a sneaky bitch, and you should be careful about your resolutions. Sarah reveals why she is "grounding" herself. Susie describes an incident on Road Rules that was unsafe, but she didn't realize it at the time. We learn about the Paranormal Challenge, and why no one has claimed the $250K prize. Susie discusses a documentary about art forgeries, and why it makes you wonder what art even is, and how we can be tricked to believe lies. Plus, we debate what thing...
Mar 11, 2021•54 min•Ep. 499
Today we find out why Sarah is living the Pura Vida, but getting there wasn't easy. We hear how lucid dreamers are able to do math problems in their sleep. We learn about an experiment that turned a living cat into an ACTUAL telephone, and while it sounds gruesome, it actually helped a lot of people with disabilities. Sarah is wound up about companies who are preventing their employees from unionizing. Hear how we know that Sarah's penchant for giggling when boys are naughty has a long history. ...
Mar 08, 2021•55 min•Ep. 498
Today we hear why Sarah has always been teacher's pet, and Susie has, of course, not ever been a teacher's pet. We find out why there is a mystery inscription on Edvard Munch's Scream, and we learn who put it there. Plus, Susie convinces Sarah to like the "Mona Lisa of modern art." We discuss the story of the Lady and the Dale, and how a trans woman changed the face of the automobile industry in the 70s. We learn about a PhD who pole dances who studies the ways social media algorithms discrimina...
Mar 04, 2021•54 min•Ep. 497
Today we find out about the mysterious disappearance of a sex doll. We debate what could've happened to the pretend girlfriend. Sarah reveals who made the original butt plug, and how it was marketed. Apparently, people thought butt plugs were miraculous in the early days. We find out what weird stuff people can do with their bodies, and why Sarah thinks curling her tongue is a superpower. We learn about what Sarah thinks are "ridiculous" lawsuits, but Susie seems to think are legitimate. Call ou...
Mar 01, 2021•53 min•Ep. 496
Today we revisit the Framing Britney documentary and the reason society loathes beautiful women. We discuss the doxxing of a paramedic who had an OnlyFans account. Susie describes the strangest TEDTalk she's ever seen that wants to change the alphabet song. We learn about a relative of former President Warren G. Harding who wants to exhume his body for a reality tv show. We debate whether kids should be on reality tv, and why some parents defend it. We hear how narcissism is no inborn and can ac...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 495
Today we find out about Sarah's secret art collection. Susie discusses life at the Playboy Mansion, and why it's not all it's cracked up to be. We discuss the complexities of paparazzi, fame, and mental health. We talk about the documentary Fake Famous, which unpacks & exposes influencer culture. We learn why spinach reveals how much we don't know about science and the natural world. We discuss how Words with Friends is censoring women. Plus, we get mad about Mt. Everest and a photoshopping ...
Feb 22, 2021•54 min•Ep. 494
Today we find out why one thing is still coming between Susie & Sarah. Hear about the woman who mistook Gorilla Glue for hair gel, & it did not end well. Sarah reveals how dentists know you are sexually active, and now we're convinced we're doing *it* wrong. We hear why your income can change the hormones you secrete when you're pregnant, & we're freaked out by it. Sarah discusses a new trend in beauty where people are doing "face yoga," & she is thinking this could be a great be...
Feb 18, 2021•52 min•Ep. 493
Today we find out why Sarah wants to get to know Rhen better, and she thinks everyone should "interview" their partners. We find out why you should trust your gut when it comes to creeps and predators. Hear the CrAzY details about a new sex doll for women that has Susie feeling a little judge-y and confused. Learn what women prefer in their sex dolls and why it's so different from men. Plus, hear how old these devices actually are, and why Sarah thinks they can be helpful healing tools. Plus, we...
Feb 15, 2021•55 min•Ep. 492
Today we discuss the passing of Dustin Diamond aka Screech from Saved By the Bell, and how his career had difficulties and trauma. Susie tells us amazing facts about the ways humans smell, how we're far better at it than we realized, and it's traumatic when we lose our sense of smell. We discuss a recent retraction by Food & Wine magazine, and debate whether their food styling is racist. We hear who is actually making those scam phone calls to steal money from people, and the ways they justi...
Feb 11, 2021•55 min•Ep. 491
Today we find out why the Pixar documentary did not sit right with Susie, but a new one helped her see the light at the end of the patriarchal tunnel. We talk about why comedy is so male-dominated, and it's more obvious than ever. Susie describes a new show on Hulu that blew her mind. We learn the history of bubble wrap. We discuss the complexities of the human voice, and learn why it's so hard to make robots sounds like humans. We find out why lesbian bars have largely disappeared. Plus, we int...
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 490
Today we get an update on the ghost in Susie's house, and Sarah gives advice on how to make friends with her? We hear about signs from the dead, and how to watch for them. We discuss the surprising stats on fertility during COVID, and why they're calling it a "baby bust." Sarah talks about her latest Netflix obsession, and why she "loves love." Hear about a new lube that is a "triple threat" thanks to little horny mice. We discuss why Sarah loves the show "Alone," and how Megan's Law helped her ...
Feb 04, 2021•56 min•Ep. 489
Today we hear why Susie's mom is fine with the Biden situation--for now. We debate whether it's strange for kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart to be on Masked Singer. Susie talks about a cool study on aging goths, and the ways that their sullen expressions of emotion make them healthier. We learn the history of peanut butter, and it's weirder than we thought it would be. Susie reveals why there's no such thing as a dream job, and we're being sold a bill of goods. Plus, learn why baby names have...
Feb 01, 2021•51 min•Ep. 488
Today we hear why Susie & Sarah get embarrassed by music. Sarah gets emotional about the movie Promising Young Woman, and learn why the movie gets it right about sexual assault. We find out the history of swear words, and Sarah shares why she has a new perspective on the word "bitch." Plus, we talk to Chris Hansen of To Catch a Predator about his work catching pedophiles, how he stays calm during the "stings," and why he's passionate about the work. Listen to more podcasts like this: https:/...
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 487
Today Sarah blows Susie's mind when she reveals that scientists have discovered identical snowflakes. Susie discusses the History Channel survival-based show, Alone, and how it reveals the foibles and victories of the human spirit. We hear why there is a sperm donor shortage, and Susie hilariously forgets that cis men typically don't have wombs. We delve into the unusual nature of of Armie Hammer's alleged DMs, and debate whether we should be alarmed. Susie talks about a town in Alaska called No...
Jan 25, 2021•52 min•Ep. 486
Today we hear why Sarah is at her wit's end about her living situation and she is getting litigious. We also realized that there's a small chance that Wes might be her landlord. She describes how her love of plants might get her out of this sticky situation. We discuss the difficulties of living with someone during lockdown. Sarah describes the science of love and the three stages therein, and she offers tips on how to be romantic when you can't even go out on a date. Plus, hear a "lost" episode...
Jan 21, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 485
Today we find out what your musical preference says about your personality. Susie explains recent Twitter drama involving a dad, a can of beans, and people who think he's abusive. And Sarah agrees! We hear about a man who got so mad at his town that he created a tank and bulldozed the whole town. Susie shares a story of a toymaker who invented 800 toys, and why he's her new hero. We discuss the trend of people removing racist tattoos, and why it's more complicated than you'd think. Plus, we hear...
Jan 18, 2021•57 min•Ep. 484
Today we hear how Sarah is coping with the death of Alex Trebek, and who she thinks should replace him. We hear her theory about why Ken Jennings is a creep. Sarah reveals why Pythagorus was afraid of beans and refused to consume them. We learn the scientific explanation for deja vu, and it explains why you can't predict what will come next during one. We find out why a man was hospitalized for sneezing wrong. Plus, hear why you're in survival mode if you don't have a bedtime routine. Listen to ...
Jan 14, 2021•51 min•Ep. 483
Today we get some documentary recommendations from Susie including one that shows how a serial killer was unstoppable because the cops were sexist. We debate whether one couple should be fined for destroying their son's porn collection. Susie reveals what happens with illegible mail. We hear about snacks from 79AD, the real reason chess sets are so expensive, and the history of puzzles. Plus, we find out why one man was said to be responsible for bringing AIDS to America, and we learn of the mos...
Jan 11, 2021•46 min•Ep. 482
Today we find out why Sarah is ready for a big change in her life. We learn why sometimes our brains just want to complete patterns, but we think it wants something else. We hear why Susie was touched by the movie Soul. Hear Sarah's thoughts on The Vow--the series about the Nexium cult, and our thoughts on whether cults will thrive in the digital age. We find out why Nostradamus has some seriously bad news for us in 2021, but Sarah predicts what her year will bring and it's...very exciting! List...
Jan 07, 2021•54 min•Ep. 481
Today we find out why Smokey Robinson is definitely not Jewish and the Soup Nazi can finally make a living. We hear about a neighbor dispute about the Gilligan's Island theme song. They took spiders to space & found out why they need light more than we realized. Sarah teaches us how to survive an avalanche. Scientists claim crabs have the right idea about evolution. And Dippin' Dots paved the way for the Coronavirus vaccine. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com R...
Jan 04, 2021•53 min•Ep. 480