350: Balloon ASMR, Fake Outrage, & Albert Einstein Scandal

Today we discuss an artist who went viral w/ his balloon popping videos. We talk about the helium shortage, & we have questions. We discuss outrage over fake problems on college campuses, & our theories about why students support questionable causes. Sarah offers a tip for dealing w/ petitioners. We find out a strange bit…

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349: Food Tattoos, Empty Meditation, & Chock Full o’ Nuts

Today we discuss Ed Sheeran’s strange food tattoo, & Sarah reveals why her ex got a similar one. We hear about a woman whose in-laws might be trying to kill her. We discuss a study on unsolicited dick pics. Find out why meditating on “emptiness” is better than mindfulness. Hear why some people won’t drink…

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348: Sex Cult, Catholic Cigarettes, & How Not To Be a Dick

Today we do a quick recap of our Nashville adventure, & all the crazy bachelorettes we spotted. Find out why Willie Nelson predicted Sarah’s future. Hear about a strange criminal who might just be a good Samaritan. We discuss what makes someone join a sex cult, we learn about a fertility doctor who impregnated his…

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347: Divorce,Graffiti, & Anxiety

Today we start with a discussion about Sarah’s divorce & the response she’s received from our Brainiac community. We find out how she’s adapting to her new life. We talk about street artists & how they’re angry w/ influencers & businesses who profit from them. We discuss millennials & why they say they have no…

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346: Sarah’s Angel, Dr. Ruth, & Patriarchy Purses

Today we laugh about some stereotypical names on a sports team. Sarah claims she met an “angel” on a recent trip. We discuss the Aziz Ansari comedy special in the wake of the “Me Too” accusations against him. Susie talks about the Dr. Ruth documentary & reveals why purses tell us about the expectations on…

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345: Sarah’s News, Swedish Fish, & Dream Burglars

Today we learn some big news in Sarah’s world, & discuss how her life is changing. We find out why Swedish people have the right idea with their candy consumption. And we find out about the best break-in of all time. Plus, we talk to Jessica Wragg about her book, Girl on the Block, what…

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344: Butt Snorkels, Bloodsicles, & Bathing

Today Sarah discusses a sticker she saw on a vehicle about the driver’s love for eating butt. We have several questions for him. We learn about the bloody treats they give to animals at the zoo to cool them off. We talk about why no one–even rich people–ever feels rich. We find out the best…

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343: Eating Contests, Baby Hitler, & Turtle Bras

Today we learn about a serial toilet clogger (or is it a cereal toilet clogger?) who is stinking up the joint. We debate whether women can be good at competitive eating, & realize maybe Sarah missed her calling. We discuss the dilemma of killing baby Hitler, & reveal our work-around. We find out whether fans…

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342: Midlife Crisis, Boys Will Be Boys, & Sushi Fires

Today we find out whether Susie is excited to turn 40. She discusses the concept of “boys will be boys,” & why it’s toxic. Hear what Sarah thinks is in Area 51. We learn why history books are perpetuating patriarchy, kids are better at learning languages (and it’s not what you think), & tempura flakes…

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341: Relationship Power, Citizenship Test, & Bob Ross

Today we find out why one man decided to dress everyday for a party. We talk about presents, & why we won’t open them when they’re special. Hear about Susie’s experience at the Paul McCartney concert & a scary experience she had w/ a child. Find out how to determine whether you have power in…

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