Today we discuss the latest fashion trends, & why Balenciega has Sarah all worked up. She describes a fire-related premonition she had, & why she was mad at the man at her “new moon party.” We hear about a McDonald’s poster prank, a pole-dancer at a kindergarten, & why geo-tracking might be Susie’s next adventure.…
Podcast: The Brain Candy Podcast
254: Don’t Call It A Comeback, Bee Cops, & Feminist Barbie
253: Dine & Dash Justice, Science of Fear, & Sarah’s Bungee Ban
Today we hear about squirrel population being solved w/ birth control. Susie is psyched about Olive Garden’s Pasta Pass. We discuss patriarchy of the thermostat. Susie explains the science of fear, & why we like scary stuff. Sarah explains why she’ll never go bungee-jumping. They learn about ants being put into manicures, an Uber “vomit…
252: Love Island, Hometown Discrimination, & Close-up Magic
Today we find out why where you were born affects how much you’ll earn–even if you don’t live there anymore. We hear about a Swedish preschool that reverses how boys & girls are treated, & how it affects the students. We debate whether trans people should be portrayed in movies by trans people. We find…
251: Love Masters & Disasters, Alpaca Doritos, & Farting Security Guard
Today we hear about a “catastrophic failure” at a fertility clinic, which gets us down, but then we hear a white wine emoji might be on the horizon. Susie describes the 2 kind of relationships there are. We learn that psychics might actually be psychic. Sarah talks about the alpaca that died from overeating and…
250: Trivial Pursuit, Tinder Scam, & Tupperware
Today we discuss the change to the animal cracker packaging, & why people were outraged. We discuss a Tinder scam, & debate whether it was empowering for women or just gross. Hear about a toy made for “girls & some boys,” & we’re obviously outraged. Susie tells us why Tupperware’s lid changed the kitchen game.…
249: Celebrity Urban Legends, Promiscuous Penguins, & Tantric Sex
248: Four Loco, Cheerleader Effect, & Disney Princess Science
Today we discuss the science of why Disney Princesses started looking more like babies over time, & why other cartoon characters have adopted the same look. Sarah rants about her latest emoji problem, & offers theories on why emojis look the way they do. We learn the science behind why people look more attractive in…
247: Sarah’s Scare, Dating Trends, & Airport Outlets
Today Sarah is finally back from Italy and shares some stories from her journey. One story involves a very scary incident in a bad neighborhood, & why she has regrets about how she handled it. We discuss a prank being played in airports, Sarah’s lobster trivia, and disturbing stats about dating for men vs. women.…