In this weeks episode Syd and Soph discuss the art of solitude. Through an overly curated mass on social media, we are meant to believe that we should never be alone. We all have a strong case of FOMO that needs to end if we ever wish to achieve self-love, creativity, and confidence. Syd and Soph share their battle of letting go of overpacked social schedules and welcoming boredom, solitude, and unchecked to do lists. They also share plenty of ideas for you to start romanticizing YOUR alone time...
Feb 02, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 108
*As we enjoy a break, please enjoy one of our favorite & top episodes to date. We love you all!!!!* Our first kiss went a little like.. CRINGE! There are plenty of FIRSTS that happen in our lifetimes: First kiss, first crush, first relationship, first break up, first love, first sexual encounter, first time getting in trouble; you get the picture. Let's reflect the glory days - and some of the cringe worthy, embarrassing moments that shaped our first's. A fresh first: Soph's got news to shar...
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 108
Rest, recharge, and reset. 2023 is giving all the self-care, self-love, work/life balance vibes - and we are HERE for it. This week we update the listeners on all the BTS juice including Soph’s mental health struggles, Syd’s January travel plans, and Producer Ben needing to take a step back. We even get candid about seeing a couples therapist, yes.. together. No we aren't a couple (yet lol) but owning a growing business with a friend means communication, communication, and MORE communication. SC...
Jan 12, 2023•40 min•Ep. 107
Vanessa & Xander everyone!!! This duo of therapist and hubby are our fav social media sex-tips couple! They give us perspectives on what intimacy struggles we ALL have. WE ARE NORMAL. How common are nerves in the bedroom? Intimacy lacking because of confidence or distance or lack of interest? Do people actually like… butt stuff? THEY COVER IT ALL. We get their take on candid listener questions & why routine might be your friend…. They don’t skip past the WHY behind these candid sex convo...
Dec 29, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 106
Do you ever wonder what you're doing "wrong" while dating? Should you text them first? Do you play "hard to get" or tell them how you feel? We know the games; we've played the games. We want to help YOU navigate the dating scene - NOT necessarily by playing games -but by learning how to flirt, text, and follow up- all while being your genuine energetic non-needy self. #StraightCandid moments this week involve a lemonade with a SALTY twist, instagrams new "note" feature, and the girls gym locker ...
Dec 22, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 105
Does he love bomb you? Does he constantly talk sh*t about his ex? Chances are.... YOU ARE A REBOUND. We ignore all signs when we get caught up in the moment & excited about a new person - BEEN THERE. We've all been someone's rebound - & probably had a rebound too. But can it be avoided? #StraightCandid moments this week involve ham & cheese croissants, 2AM ring camera strangers, & a broken dick - OUCHIE! We love you guys & hope you love this epi too! Make sure you're subscrib...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 104
Liz Handt & Erica Blake are identical twins who are passionate about sharing their story of surviving childhood abuse. Their mission is to inspire survivors to grow through their experiences so that they can bloom into the brightest, most beautiful version of themselves. In today’s episode, they share their story, and talk about their healing journey, grief, and how to navigate the holidays without a “normal” family. From dealing with a mother with munchausen by proxy to digging up old medic...
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 103
OH LORD. The holiday season is basically here as we scurry into December... So time to talk about how you are going to PUT YOU FIRST. Holiday's can stir up a lot of emotions for any of us - Body image issues, relationships with your family, his family, or friends, & can bring you down. Do you give a gift for your current "fling"? Why do I continue to go to family gatherings that DON'T make me feel good? Why do I act different around his family vs. mine? Most importantly, how do I put me firs...
Dec 01, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 102
The former Bachelor’ star, Nick Viall, joins Syd and Soph this week to get candid about his current relationship status, the process of writing his new book titled “Don’t Text Your Ex Happy Birthday,” and why we should walk into our first dates with confidence. Nick gives unfiltered advice to all of our listener Q’s including: feeling stuck in a relationship, dealing with a dissonance in love languages, and why we sometimes self-sabotage a good date. If you’re in the dating world, in a relations...
Nov 24, 2022•51 min•Ep. 101
CAN WE HEAR IT FOR 100 EPISODES? Holy milestone - we've made it. This week's episode, Syd & Soph are joined by a LIVE audience in their home studio to celebrate all the last 2 years has brought. How the heck did we get here? Where the hell are we going?? We answer live questions, read our ALL TIME favorite #StraightCandid moment, & talk about a little thing called the ICK. Why do we get the ick? What are our WORST ick stories? Laugh along as we dive right into one of our favorite episode...
Nov 17, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 100
It's about time Syd’s boyfriend made another appearance on the podcast. Jordan Hagel was last behind the mic in 2020 (episode 18) and it is crazy to hear how much Syd, Jordan, and their relationship has grown since then. Jordan is here and ready to talk ALL the relationship details: Who made the first move? Why does their relationship work? Is syd the one? The listeners had a few questions for Jordan as well - including if he remembers the first time Syd tooted in front of him. Are toots a turn ...
Nov 10, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 99
Read the title again. Be prepared to be candid & reflect in this week's episode with THE Dana Patterson as we discuss Body positivity vs body NEUTRALITY & society's fat phobia. Why are we shifting from body positivity? Are you using it in the correct form? Are we being fat phobic with things we say day to day? Syd & Soph reflect candidly with the model, who is an OG in the body neutrality and eating disorder recovery space. After spending over a decade in the modeling industry, Dana ...
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 98
"Commitment." Did you cringe? We know the word alone is enough to make some f-boys run far far away. And for the partners of the commitment adverse, it ain't any easier. Syd and Soph explain what commitment phobia IS and what commitment phobia isn't. Hint: if they failed to text you back after the first date it is NOT a commitment issue. Syd and Soph also share their opinions about attachment styles, vibrating backpacks, and 12-year old boys who dislike short kings. Enjoy nuggets! Make sure you'...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 97
We'd like you to meet today's podcast hosts, Margaret & Sylvia! Our alter egos are welcomed into today's episode with open arms for some good ol' STORY TELLING. Sexy vs. Slooty this halloween? Why do we sloot shame the sexy costumes? What are we dressing up as this year? ALLLL the chit chat that will leave you in tears... no seriously. We share a Candid listener's #StraightCandid ghost story that will spook you & Syd share's one that turned her to a believer. Margaret & Sylvia are a ...
Oct 20, 2022•55 min•Ep. 96
Nykita Joy puts the "super" in "super star” and "influence" in "influencer." Nykita (@neoitgirl) is a trans icon & queen who uses her platform to amplify the JOYS of being YOU - Unapologetically. Nykita was born in Minnesota but moved to NYC to pursue a career in makeup, when she was discovered on a job & jumped directly into modeling. She represents what the modeling industry seems to missing: inclusion, authenticity, and transgender representation. We cannot thank Nykita enough for ope...
Oct 13, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 95
"Did I just get ghosted?" We ALLLLL know a ghoster. For some of us, that ghoster might be YOU. Some of us fear it, some of us DO it. When is it okay to ghost? When is someone bad at communicating OR just not that interested? What do I do after getting ghosted?? Honey... we've got you covered during this spooky season. A little candid banter on who we've done it too, who's DARED do it to us ;) and how to overcome the bad communication skills & rejection. We sneak in a few other stories too - ...
Oct 06, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 94
WOAH. This week Lyndsey Fraser took this podcast to an entirely new level. A NEW FREAKIN LEVEL! Before you listen we highly recommend grabbing your partner, a pen, and your active listening skills. Lydnsey (MA, LMFT, CST) is a certified sex therapist and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been maintaining a small private practice since 2011. We chat about the connection between enneagrams and sexuality, desire discrepancies, and how the relationship cycle plays out in a long term c...
Sep 22, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 93
Before listening, take a deep, intentional breath. It's about time we dove into the not so good feelings we have on the daily. Being candid means funny butthole stories yes, but it also means when the going get's tough, we talk about it. The anxious nights, the days where you can't leave your room, the moments when your heart beats so fast and you don't know why. We understand - what's more, we share ALL the tips we have to balance - mindfulness, reading, teas, journaling, breathing, patterns = ...
Sep 21, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 92
In candid words... you are allowed to be a bitch. You have permission to FEEL your feelings, embrace your bitch urges, kick the trash can, and allow yourself to feel like a sack of shit. Although there are guidelines to being a REAL bitch with bad intentions and a CANDID bitch with genuine opinions, there is only ONE way to set these bitches straight - Candid conversations about speaking your mind, people pleasing, and setting boundaries. Syd shares some dirty details about the new studio, Soph ...
Sep 08, 2022•58 min•Ep. 91
it's about time Soph's boyfriend made an appearance on the podcast. PLANt DADDY is here and unfiltered to talk ALL the relationship details: first date, saying the "L" word, moving in, & everything in between. Do they have a funny kink together? What have you learned to love about the other person? Who's has the crazier HOTS (seggs drive)? Taking a break from relationship talk, Pat speaks to his passions - being vegan, body building, and hugging trees. <3 Opening up about body image &...
Sep 01, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 90
Today we are joined by singer-songwriter Leah Kate. For the first few years of her career Leah was on a steady rise. Her 2021 album included fan favorites like “F U Anthem.” But recently, things have TAKEN OFF. Her latest single “10 Things I hate About You” has become a viral hit. Thanks to tiktok, the post-grunge inspired song has accumulated over 40 million streams in just a few weeks. She recently finished a European tour with Madison Beer, and is already on her next tour. In fact, Leah recor...
Aug 25, 2022•40 min•Ep. 89
IT'S A CANDID MINI!!!!! We won't keep you for long this week - We needed a mental health week.. BUT we love our candid crew so much, we decided to still record a mini episode just because. HOT HOT HOTEST of takes as we talk about all our funny/relatable opinions: Showers, ASMR, public nudity, friends with your ex's, and a few candid moments you'll LOVE.. or hate. One takes us to "flavor town" - Guy Fieri, and one is one of the WORST pad horror stories we've encountered. Not only that, but mix in...
Aug 18, 2022•33 min•Ep. 88
This week we welcome local legend and Love Island's superstar, Andy Voyen onto the podcast. He spilled all the tea! We chatted about him and Mady’s status after leaving the island, his infamous performance in the kissing challenge, and whether being a momma’s boy is a green or red flag. Tune in to hear all about Andy’s dagger tongue, most recent DM from Mady, and what’s next on his journey. Enjoy Candid Crew! Follow Andy: https://www.instagram.com/andyvoyen/ Follow Syd: https://www.instagram.com...
Aug 11, 2022•56 min•Ep. 87
We hear you - "There's only one person for you." "If they wanted to, they would." "I'll never love after heartbreak." "Opposites attract" "Timing is everything....."- WE'VE HEARD IT ALL. The ladies don't hold back with their opinions on these and more dating myths we've been brainwashed to believe are true... and what actually hits home. Who's got dating nerves? WE GOT YOU. Syd and Soph aren't that far from their dating life!!!! We talk listener WORST first dates & how the hell to avoid them...
Aug 04, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 86
On this weeks episode Syd and Soph decided it would be fun to share a side of themselves that usually takes a backseat in the episodes. Both Syd and Soph spend a majority of their days at a gym and it may be time to dive into their knowledge, experiences, and stories from being fitness trainers. Soph debunks the idea that 'eating less' will continue to help you lose weight while Syd emphasizes the importance of lifting weights for a lean physique. NO WEIGHTS DO NOT MAKE YOU BULKY. Tune in if you...
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 85
Did you know that 90% of females end marriages? Do know when to work with or LEAVE that cheater? How about the FAKE behind Sex Drive? Renee Segal, a relationship expert and wife of 36 years, dives right in to the deets. Don't worry singles - she's got loads for you too. Like, why there can be a struggle getting back into the dating game after a relationship. Syd & Soph let you into their relationship as Renee offers advice on their current boyf struggles - candidly vulnerable. Soph has a dre...
Jul 21, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 84
Jonah Stillman. What a KING! Jonah grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota and at the ripe age of 23 Jonah has already cofounded a company called GenGuru, written a best selling book, and was voted the top 25 most influential speakers and authors by Success Magazine. Jonah has dedicated his speaking to better understanding and connecting with Gen Z in the workplace. He has been featured in Fast Company, TIME, INC, Forbes, and the NY Times and shared his insights on Gen Z with CNBC, MSNBC, CBS and now....
Jul 14, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 83
Our first kiss went a little like.. CRINGE! There are plenty of FIRSTS that happen in our lifetimes: First kiss, first crush, first relationship, first break up, first love, first sexual encounter, first time getting in trouble; you get the picture. Let's reflect the glory days - and some of the cringe worthy, embarrassing moments that shaped our first's. A fresh first: Soph's got news to share with the candid listeners- shall I hint with a "new roomie"? Come along as we laugh about turtle decor...
Jul 07, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 82
Be trendy, but don't be cheugy. Be invited by the friend group, but don't be needy. Download tiktok, but don't be cringy. How the heck do we keep up in such a fast paced society that decides OVERNIGHT that low rise jeans are cool again? Ahhh, sometimes it just feels like we are always one step behind. Join Syd and Soph as they chat about pressures behind July 4th, friend group drama, fashion trends, and why staying relevant is.. well.. irrelevant Make sure you're subscribed to the Podcast: https...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 81
Being single can be such a drag - we've been there. But what if it could be the best time for YOU to get back on your feet, exploring life, being curious, and getting good at going on dates? YEAH, sounds nice. Syd & Soph lay it all out there about their single past & what truly made a difference for them in being single. Going from "I hate being single" to "I never want to give up my single freedom." Is a h0e phase really a h0e phase? And then theres dating... What do your expectations l...
Jun 23, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 80
