Today we find out about a group of American who are replicating K-Pop, & why some people think it’s racist. Susie talks about the mom of a Columbine shooter, & her advice for people w/ kids. We discuss the allure of abandoned malls, a Burger King ad that exposes sexism, & debate breastfeeding. We explain…
Podcast: The Brain Candy Podcast
244: Body Modification, Tickled Kink, & Duct Tape Bathing Suits
Today we learn about people who modify their bodies in unconventional ways & we debate whether it is healthy behavior. We discuss the documentary Tickled, which blew Susie’s mind. Sarah reveals how the Hasidic Jewish community is flocking to BDSM. We learn about duct tape bathing suits. Plus, we interview Jell-O Girls author Allie Rowbottom…
243: Millennial Nuns, Pay Gap, & Japanese Friendship
Today we find out what it’s like to be a millennial nun, and Susie talks about her theory on why the Catholic Church is having trouble recruiting clergy. We find out why women are better surgeons, why income inequality isn’t improving, & why people are pissed about the new Netflix show Insatiable. Susie reveals why…
242: Mr. Rogers, Terrible Turtle Scientist, & Clean Jeans
Sarah saw the Mr. Rogers documentary, and is getting all emotional about it. Susie talks about an award-winning scientist who would present his findings on turtles w/ scantily clad women in the pics. We learn why some people refuse to wash their jeans and put them in the freezer instead. Plus we discuss doomsday prepping…
241: Hollywood Sex Dungeon, Upskirting Karma, & Would You Rather
We find out about a mystery pooper VERY close to home, and we are disturbed. We play a women-specific version of Would You Rather. Susie talks about a Hollywood Sex Dungeon gone terribly wrong. Sarah reveals the hidden danger of drinking margaritas. We learn about an upskirting criminal who got what he deserved. Sarah talks…
240: The Wizard of Oz, Spider Bites, & Dangerous Neckties
Find out what the latest is in Sarah’s medical mystery tour (plus, the theme song she created for her ailment). Susie tells the history of the Munchkins from the Wizard of Oz. Sarah reveals startling science on the dangers of wearing neckties. Susie talks about all the royal rules Meghan Markle has to follow (and…
239: Beauty Pageants, Buffalo, & Bubonic Plague
Today we discuss beauty pageants, and whether we agree with them (and the elimination of the bathing suit competition). We discuss why women should brag about their accomplishments. Sarah claims the Bubonic plague is back. Susie reveals the history of the term “86” and more diner speak. We mourn the loss of hundreds of barrels…
238: Whispers, Hot for Teacher, & Mystery Smell
237: Backstreet’s Back, Buried Alive, & Las Vegas Time Warp
Hear why Sarah hates a parade and Susie didn’t practice her mantra of “stop being polite,” and she has regrets. We follow-up on our highly unscientific asparagus pee study. We learn theres a literal time warp near Las Vegas. Hear about a woman who was pronounced dead only to be found alive in a freezer…
236: Pixar’s Problem, Cross-Dressing Confusion, & Gratitude
Today we discuss how an award named for Laura Ingalls Wilder was renamed because of racist elements in her writing. we discuss the misogynist culture at Pixar. We discuss cross-dressing, & Susie admits to not really understanding it. Sarah learns about the Pittsburgh Potty, & we discuss its origins. Plus, we interview Diana Butler Bass…