We're talking hair today. Culture, race, class, all of these things overlap with hair. How we style it, how people perceive it. Today we'll unpack the various ways hair affects our life. Plus, we'll find out what color Sarah wants to dye her hair and some of her most epic hair disasters. 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 website: https://www.thebrai...
Jun 23, 2016•35 min•Ep. 61
Susie got a letter from the Unabomber and that inspired this episode all about mental illness, serial killers, and good vs. evil. We explore why some people choose good and why some don't, and whether they are even choosing anything at all. We explore mental illness vs. tendencies. We even go off on a tangent about Forever 21. It's a lot to handle! Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by...
Jun 16, 2016•45 min•Ep. 60
This episode is packed full of interviews with some of our favorite men. We talk to astrophysicist, Adam Frank about science, women, and why your problems are trivial; then we chat with Miles Kahn, executive producer of Full Frontal w/ Samantha Bee, about politics, comedy, and baked goods; finally, we chat with TJ Lavin, everyone's favorite Challenge host, about what he's afraid of, why he hates quitters, and why he would choose Sarah as his female partner. Get ready to be inspired and love thes...
Jun 09, 2016•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 59
In this episode we discuss how people cope with anxiety and depression. We learn about how Sarah has used food to deal with stress. Plus, she talks about her joy when she had to eat dozens of stuffed grape leaves for a Challenge. We talk about body positivity and Tess Holiday and why we get hate mail about it. 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 websi...
Jun 02, 2016•50 min•Ep. 58
Special guest, Adam Butler, spills the beans on behind the scenes of reality TV from the crew's point of view. He also happens to be Susie's husband. Find out how they met, behind-the-scenes on The Challenge, Biggest Loser, and Amazing Race, and production secrets from his shows. 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 website: https://www.thebraincandypo...
May 26, 2016•46 min•Ep. 57
After years on the Challenge, we both have plenty of stories involving alcohol. We talk about our first drinks, things we've done while drunk, and people who've acted like fools in the house while on the booze. Plus, we talk about the science of what is going on in the brain when you drink alcohol. Cheers! 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 website: ...
May 23, 2016•37 min•Ep. 56
We can't resist--we love talking about lifestyles of the weird and wacky. We discuss the monk who has kept his arm in the air since 1973, what's up with the statue of the Virgin Mary that is weeping in Fresno, California, John of God and his miracles in Brazil, and why Sarah is convinced there could be a zombie apocalypse. Most importantly, we both break out in a rendition of It's Raining Men in honor of all of the drag queens out there. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetw...
May 19, 2016•45 min•Ep. 55
Sarah talks about her anxiety about leaving her hot iron on and how she has OCD tendencies. Susie discusses why her childhood is dead after a recent visit to Pizza Hut. We dig into the listener mailbag and we talk about a recent email saying we were mean to fat people. Susie convinces Sarah to join Snapchat (imsarahrice) (susiemeister). We discuss the problem of disaster relief donations that do more harm than good, the Old Navy interracial ad, and we find out if giving kids a "two minute warnin...
May 16, 2016•38 min•Ep. 54
Susie and Sarah take personality tests to determine exactly what kind of craziness we're dealing with. They find out if they're introverts, extroverts, or something stranger. They discuss the components of personality and how it changes over time. Most importantly, find out which one of us is Michael Scott and which is Dwight... 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 ...
May 12, 2016•49 min•Ep. 53
This episode is inspired by Sarah's favorite Law & Order episodes that are ripped from the headlines. We discuss the transgender bathroom debate, Sarah sings a tribute to Prince, and we talk about the New York Times' article about why Biggest Loser contestants can't keep the weight off. Turns out our bodies are sabotaging us. 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...
May 09, 2016•52 min•Ep. 52
We're dishing all of our beauty secrets on this episode! Everything from eyelash extensions and plastic surgery to major beauty fails and Kylie's lip challenge will be discussed today. Sarah shares what it's like to have eyebrow microblading and Susie discusses the complexities of keeping healthy bleached hair. Find out our favorite products and hacks for your beauty routine. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our fr...
May 05, 2016•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 51
Did you ever wonder how much cast members get for going on reality shows? Who pays for groceries in the Real World house? What is the biggest secret in of the shows? This episode was supposed to just be us answering listener questions, but it turns out you guys have a lot of Challenge questions, so that's what this episode turned into. 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...
May 02, 2016•48 min•Ep. 50
Susie and Sarah play the age-old favorite game, Would You Rather, in this episode. The game that offers impossible choices with your two silliest smart girls--what more could you ask for. This episode isn't polite or lady-like or elegant, but it is funny. 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 website: https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com Connect with us...
Apr 28, 2016•47 min•Ep. 49
You unlocked this episode with your generous donations to our web series Kickstarter! It's packed full of behind-the-scenes Challenge secrets just for you. We talk about secret hook-ups, people who got kicked off the show that you don't know about, and we even include some non-Challenge secrets that we think you'll enjoy. So get settled in for some serious gossip... Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newslet...
Apr 25, 2016•58 min•Ep. 48
We couldn't have a penis episode without also having a vagina episode. Here is our episode devoted to our special lady private parts. We talk about the various shapes and sizes of vaginas, the debate about grooming down there, and scandalous stories from the ER about what doctors have had remove. You'll laugh a lot and learn a lot. Enjoy! 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 ...
Apr 21, 2016•56 min•Ep. 47
Johnsons. Members. Meatstick. Whatever you call penises (peni?), this episode is all about the silliest body part. We talk about whether size matters, circumcision, and we throw in some testicle talk (would you miss them if they weren't there?). 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 website: https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com Connect with us on social...
Apr 18, 2016•51 min•Ep. 46
Recently, we found out that our own Sarah Rice is going to be on another MTV Challenge: Rivals 3. The show will feature pairs of co-ed rivals, and Sarah was paired with none other than Challenge legend, Johnny Bananas. We discuss their rivalry, former friendship, and what we can expect to see on the coming season of the show! 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 Can...
Apr 14, 2016•46 min•Ep. 45
This episode was inspired by a recent story about a news anchor who took to her Facebook page (which was connected to her company) and spouted off some prejudiced nonsense about a shooting in the Pittsburgh area. We discuss her post, my reaction to it on Facebook and the response of the public. Plus, we talk about how being on reality TV changed the way we saw privilege, race, and stereotyping. We discuss accidental racism, how we try to combat our own implicit biases, and more. Listen to more p...
Apr 11, 2016•53 min•Ep. 44
Today we are talking about trolls of the online variety. We talk about what it's like to be trolled online about our appearances on MTV's The Challenge. We analyze the psychology of trolls, and discuss what kind of people would engage in this behavior. We discuss why robots and AI are struggling with trolls who try to make them believe anti-semitic ideas, and people are accidentally falling in love with machines. Plus, we talk about Sarah's upcoming season of The Challenge, Rivals 3, and what it...
Apr 07, 2016•48 min•Ep. 43
In Part 2 of the Food and Wine series, we're moving into the world of vino. All the Brain Candy listeners know how much we love a good glass of wine, but now we're learning about the wine industry, how things are changing, and how people drink around the world. Obviously, we kick back a couple during this very fun episode, and we learn a lot too. Sarah's husband, Landon, is the VP at Hundred Acre Wines, and gives us lots of food, er, wine for thought! If you love wine as much as we do, you will ...
Apr 04, 2016•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 42
This is the first in a two-part food and wine series with Sarah's beloved husband Landon Patterson. He is the VP of Hundred Acre Wines and is giving us the low-down on our FAVORITE subject. In this episode we learn about the Landon's struggle with food and how it made him become an expert in cooking, farming, and foodie culture. PLUS, Susie forces Sarah and Landon to play the Newlywed Game. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sig...
Mar 31, 2016•46 min•Ep. 41
We start out this episode talking about lady stuff (motherhood, relationships, blah, blah, blah), but we move on quickly to drugs and the brain. We discuss my favorite show Intervention, what happens during drug-induced psychosis, and lots more. It's a little bit of a hodge-podge, but it sure is fascinating! 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 website...
Mar 28, 2016•48 min•Ep. 40
We've been known to get a little fast and loose with our contacts list, so today we're taking our Cold Calling segment to a whole new level. We let our fingers do the talking when we call KellyAnne (Real World Sydney), Camila (The Challenge Spring Break), Wes (Real World Austin), and CaraMaria (The Challenge). We talk to CaraMaria about her relationship with Abram, we find out why Wes thinks Susie is a psychopath and so much more. You will need therapy after listening to all this drama. Enjoy! L...
Mar 24, 2016•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 39
The Challenge OG, Sarah Greyson stops by the studio for a walk down memory lane. She talks about her Road Rules experience, why she is known as the Gauntlet queen, and what she's been up to since her time on reality TV. We also talk about how the show has changed in recent years (like how we smuggle in crossword puzzles). We talk about deep dark secrets, why Sarah loves watching fat people lose weight, and what our reality TV guilty pleasures are. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavep...
Mar 21, 2016•43 min•Ep. 38
This episode is all about Secrets and Lies. We talk about our deepest darkest secrets and why people lie. We discuss how people justify lying and what motivates lies. 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 website: https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com Connect with us on social media: BCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcast Susie's Inst...
Mar 17, 2016•52 min•Ep. 37
This episode was supposed to be about language and where words and phrases come from, but we got a little sidetracked and started talking a little sh*t. We discuss our beefs with Wes from MTV's The Challenge and why Chet from The Real World Brooklyn is getting on our Twitter nerves. Plus, we tease a little behind-the-scenes info from the Rivals 3 Challenge coming up in May and how we're going to celebrate the show. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy ...
Mar 14, 2016•55 min•Ep. 36
We cannot get enough of the crazy and interesting ways people live their lives. In this episode we return to one of our favorite podcast topics: lifestyles of the weird and wacky. We discuss a woman who lives every day like it's pre-WWII 1939. We talk about a man who drilled a hole into his skull to stay high all the time. Sarah breaks down the appeal of Burning Man and music festivals. Plus, we talk about snake handlers. This episode is a must-listen! Just do it! Listen to more podcasts like th...
Mar 10, 2016•46 min•Ep. 35
The Brain Candy Girls are talking about what makes people attractive, the psychology of attraction, and beauty around the world. We learn about the various gay categories of attractive men. We find out why Sarah has a crush on Jeff Goldblum and why John Stamos is Susie's dream date. Plus, we talk about a review we got on iTunes that has us up in arms. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more...
Mar 07, 2016•57 min•Ep. 34
We are taking a walk down memory lane and discussing our travel experiences through the years. We relive travel nightmares, our favorite travel destinations, and what locations are still on our bucket list. We give tips on how to travel safely and advice for people who might be intimidated to try travel. 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 website: ht...
Mar 03, 2016•39 min•Ep. 33
Every so often we have to have a grab bag of fun facts--we can't help ourselves. We are nerds, so today we are going into our little treasure trove of trivia and you will be all the smarter for it. Find out about urban legends, tale tells, psychology studies, and more. Plus, we talk about what it's really like in the Real World house and whether Sarah ever snuck away from the cameras. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up f...
Feb 29, 2016•43 min•Ep. 32
