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…
Podcast: The Brain Candy Podcast
507: Bees Emergency, Blockbuster, and Sesame Street
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…
506: Morbid Curiosity, Therapy, & Sound of Metal
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…
505: Roller Coaster Love, Instagram Face, & Mermaids
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…
504: Smelly Phones, Bird Tragedy, & Creepy Clown Motel
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…
503: Confessionals, Grounding, & Shut Mouths
502: Beer Witches, Dying Dreams, & Imposter Syndrome
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…
501: Broken Hearts, Floating, & Regrets
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…
500: We’ve Only Just Begun–500th Episode Celebration!
499: Crocodile Hunter, Paranormal Challenge, & Art Scandal
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…