Today we are exploring the mysterious world of asexuality, and learning about excites people who claim no attraction to men or women. We also delve into the complicated issue of gender and competition. We discuss how the Olympics and other competitive organizations are dealing with gender ambiguity, fluidity, and intersex individuals. We also look at…
Podcast: The Brain Candy Podcast
145: Missing White Women, Catfights on the Challenge, & Curvy Wives
Today’s show took a very female point of view. We start with a discussion about Elizabeth Smart, who was kidnapped at knifepoint many years ago. She lived with her captors for 9 months before being rescued. We talk about why missing white women capture so much media attention. We also learn how our ovulation and…
144: Popular Porn, Astrology, & Ouija Board Science
143: Magical Scandal, Failed Romance, & World of Pigeons
Today we are discussing a scandal that is rocking the world of magic. Apparently a magician is trying to steal the tricks from another magician. Ā We discuss intellectual property and patents, and why it’s hard being a magician, but how we don’t know what to believe. Is it all an illusion?! We also rant about…
142: Gay Speak, Psychic Baby Predictions, & Money Buying Happiness
Sarah recently watched the film “Do I Sound Gay” about the history, origins, and motivations behind the way gay men (in particular) talk. Is the “gay voice” even a thing, an affectation, or something gay folks are born with? We also discuss a recent emoji study about the way emojis act as language, and why…
141: Donkey Sauce, Challenge List Debate, & Crazy News
Today’s show is a mish-mash of so many topics. We start by talking about Susie’s obsession with Guy Fieri’s donkey sauce (this is not a double entendre). We then talk about if we were Chopped baskets what three ingredients we would be (there’s wine involved). Sarah claims McDonald’s warns their employees not to eat their…
140: R.Kelly’s Sex Cult, Bachelor in Paradise Update, & Beyonce Outrage
This episode covers so much! We start with a discussion on the Bachelor in Paradise returning, and the reaction people have about the controversial trailer. We then discuss the disturbing allegations against R. Kelly who is supposedly keeping women hostage in a sex cult. We also debate whether Beyonce’s recent released pic of her with…
139: Adrenaline, Accusations, Advice, & Anatomically-Correct Dolls
Hear about our trapeze lesson, and why Sarah is the quintessential adrenaline junkie (and how annoying it is to Susie). We answer a query from a listener who was accused of being a racist. We offer our take on the subject of whether it’s racist to support a sports team that co-ops Native American culture…