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767: Saviors, Saunas, and The Greatest Reality Show Never Made from 2023-11-27T11:00

Susie checked something off her bucket list by seeing Jerry Seinfeld live and in the flesh even though it meant going to West Virginia and eating at a dive bar. We discuss the documentary The Gr...

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766: Rivals 3 Rebuttal, Sleeping Beauties,&Bored Pigeons from 2023-11-23T11:00

Sarah saw a recent interview with her Rivals 3 partner and she would like a chance at a rebuttal. We object! We're talking about that ding-dong billionaire is trying to reverse aging again. Turn...

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765: Flying High, Sarah's Squabble&Sphinx Construction from 2023-11-20T05:00

Is Sarah trying to talk Susie into going back on the Challenge? What in the Freaky Friday is going on here? We discuss the man who had an unusual reaction to magic mushrooms that got him arreste...

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764: Fugees Flub, AI CEO,&Meteorite Money from 2023-11-16T05:00

Susie and Sarah are getting back in the competitive spirit with an upcoming athletic event, and it is hilarious. Sarah got a new trashy luxury item and it is a guaranteed AWH. She went to a Laur...

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763: Stallone Regrets, Split Tongues,&Dark Comedy from 2023-11-13T05:00

Sarah had her first pow day, so Susie is annoyed. We hear why Yogi Berra is an underrated baseball player with a heckuva personality. We learn why Sylvester Stallone is full of regret, and he de...

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762: Soap Solution, Amazon Revenge,&Big Babies from 2023-11-09T05:00

Sarah took Susie to a couple's "sound bath" in Denver, so they explain that experience and offer their thoughts on the hippity dippity, groovy vibrations. We learn about a teen who invented a so...

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761: Milli Vanilli, Tarantula Tragedy,&Fire Fear from 2023-11-06T05:00

Sarah and Susie are fresh off their Denver reunion, and ready for more candy for their brains. We start with a discussion about Milli Vanilli, the lip-synching duo from the 90s, who were exposed...

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760: Birdhouses, Bears, and Bottomless Booze from 2023-11-02T04:00

Susie wants to know why we still have "viewings" when people die, and how she finds the ritual of open caskets to be macabre and strange. Plus, how is there technology that provides AI, but no o...

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759: Green Funerals, Free Will,&the Power of Lipstick from 2023-10-30T04:00

It's almost Sarah's favorite day of the year, and this episode will fit into the spooky theme. We learn about a funeral home that was really phoning it in with regards to disposal of the bodies,...

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758: Up For Anything, Lion's Mullet,&Hot People from 2023-10-26T04:00

Susie is accidentally tracking an airplane from Pittsburgh, and we're starting to wonder if this is a security risk. Sarah would like to put out a public service announcement that disinfected an...

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757: Cupid Shuffle, Thighmaster,&Twin Flames from 2023-10-23T04:00

Susie went out on the town and now you're going to hear about it. A run-in with the police and war of words with an old lady at the Eagles concert? It's been a week! Sarah thinks the cure for th...

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756: Powerball, Yummy Mummies,&Golden Bachelor from 2023-10-19T04:00

After encouraging Sarah to avoid playing the lottery, Susie became a hypocrite by going all in on the Powerball frenzy sweeping the nation. But instead of admitting her lack of morality, Susie p...

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755: Sensitive People, Crime Con,&Australian Hillbillies from 2023-10-16T04:00

Susie got to visit her favorite tourist trap in Boston (where everyone knows her name!), but had to do so the old-fashioned way since her family's phones malfunctioned. Let's just say, if the ba...

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754: Misphonia, Taylor Swift's NFL,&Platonic Proposals from 2023-10-12T04:00

Sarah thinks something fishy is happening with British Bakeoff, and she needs answers. Sarah is so enamored with Taylor Swift's ability to rile up the football boys that she is considering becom...

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753: Hotline Heroes, Skating Scandal,&Disco Sucks from 2023-10-09T04:00

Today we reminisce about the Challengemania Hall of Fame and Sarah's induction speech. We hear about the Harley & Katya documentary which chronicled a competitive figure skating duo and the ...

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752: Lion Dads, Missing Jet,&Mexican Alien from 2023-10-05T04:00

Sarah is still obsessing about predator animals. She has developed a real affinity for polar bears and thinks lion dads are really not pulling their weight. They have manes and a roar, and that'...

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751: Super Models, Surfer Culture,&Stinky French from 2023-10-02T04:00

Susie gives a report on the Super Models documentary and the cultural moment that supermodels represented in the 80s and 90s, how they discuss aging, and why Susie is critical of younger models....

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750: Snakes with Legs, Cheetah Paternity,&Helmets for Dummies from 2023-09-28T04:00

This episode is wild. First we're celebrating our 750th episode w/ a delicious cake from Kara McSweeney and Evanly Bakes. Mostly we realize how even after all these episodes of laughing and lear...

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749: Roman Empire, Therapist Sighting,&Breakup BTS from 2023-09-25T04:00

Sarah is getting into Tuesday's Sacrifice mode as the weather turns cool and the witchy vibes come alive. Susie has a sound board and uses it with abandon on this episode. We hear about the Team...

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748: Brain Candy: The Musical, Ornamental Hermits,&the Good Wall from 2023-09-21T04:00

We didn't intend on this episode becoming a musical version of Brain Candy, but, boy oh boy, did we have a song in our hearts today. We apologize in advance. We learn what "ornamental hermits" a...

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747: Hamster Wheel, Near Death,&Scouts Honor from 2023-09-18T04:00

Sarah shares a disturbing and wild experience recently in which she believes she was drugged at a bar, and how it's affected her behavior. Susie talks about a man who is trying to cross the Atla...

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746: Book Blurbs, Plastic Plants,&Rigged Ratings from 2023-09-14T04:00

Susie tried to send Sarah a gift and it went terribly wrong. We find out why Susie and Sarah have very different relationships with their trainers and Sarah almost had a comically bad run-in wit...

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745: Tennis Tomfoolery, Lifelong Learning,&Auto-Tuning Jesus from 2023-09-11T04:00

We're still talking about that dude who told Sarah to smile, and Susie came up with a new way to handle these men. We celebrate Lincoln's recent accomplishment and entrance into the family busin...

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744: Bama Rush, Genius Math,&Repackaging Womanhood from 2023-09-07T04:00

Sarah watched the Bama Rush documentary so we don't have to. The film explores the process of joining an Alabama sorority, the overlord organizations that control the bylaws, and the women who w...

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743: Body Parts, Brain Worm,&Baby Python from 2023-09-04T04:00

In episode 743, we find out why Susie loves her name and she is hoping someone will name their baby after her. Sarah confesses that she had a teacher mock her name and she's still mad at him (Mr...

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742: Sarah's Name Game, Spotless Giraffe,&Dead Art from 2023-08-31T10:00

Today we discuss why we feel so comfortable on the air that we forget people are going to actually hear our nonsense. We talk about the serendipity of Susie's birthday and the incredible Arnold ...

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741: Telemarketers, CPR Scam,&Sports Addicts from 2023-08-28T10:00

Susie talks about her latest obsession, the Telemarketers docuseries on Max. She reveals how a huge telemarketing company changed the industry forever, why we're all at risked of being scammed, ...

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740: Nerdy by Nature, Texts From My Ex,&Bad News Cameos from 2023-08-24T04:00

Sarah wants Susie's son Lincoln to give her style tips since we're not in the loop anymore. Sarah visited Gothic Mountain and the science lab there, and she is NERDING OUT! We celebrate science,...

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739: Horse Girl, Alien Invasion,&Switched at Birth from 2023-08-21T04:00

In episode 739, we're learning that Sarah has not let go of her pipe dreams of being a horse girl. She is itching for a new hobby, and we think horse grooming, trotting, and apple feeding are in...

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738: Sublimation, Simulation, and a Superfan Situation from 2023-08-17T04:00

It's raining cats and dogs, cactuses are dying, our pets' heads are falling off! Well, some of those things are true, and Sarah's had it. We hear why Colorado snow is vanishing into thin air, an...

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737: Plant Gang, PeeWee,&Pet Cosplay from 2023-08-14T04:00

Susie is trying to call a truce with the airlines. We'll give a little, they'll give a little. Sarah discussed a recent plant theft she participated in and the karmic repercussions she incurred ...

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736: Powerful Brain Damage, Dream Decoding,&Body Anomalies from 2023-08-10T04:00

Sarah has a new persona, and she is a Southern Belle. She. Can't. Stop. Bless her heart. Susie found out an Old Gossip celebrity lives five minutes from her house, and she needs tips for how to ...

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735: Whistleblowers, Benihana Training,&Barbie Mania from 2023-08-07T04:00

Sarah went to a bridal shower and it was like a Crocodile Dundee experience where there were fancy finger sandwiches and tea and she was still trying to throw down in the shower game. Susie is s...

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734: Euro Fashion, Gold Medal Packing,&Mosquito Genocide from 2023-07-31T04:00

Today we get a full Croatia Catchup from Sarah Louise, and it's a hilarious journey. We hear why people flock to the country due to their Game of Thrones passion. Sarah naturally had a run-in wi...

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733: Competitive Eating, The Dress,&Soul Boom! from 2023-07-27T04:00

Sarah is home from her Croatian vacation, and she's back in the Brain Candy saddle. We talk about how her summer is shaping up much better than Susie's, and we're wondering if her "year of adven...

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732: Coliseum Graffiti, Moving Walkway,&Psychedelic Supremacy from 2023-07-24T04:00

Sarah explains why she's nervous about her vacation, and the reasons this year's trip might turn things around. We are furious about the complete moron who carved his and his girlfriend's name o...

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731: Roid Rage, Mean Girls,&Sports Scandals from 2023-07-20T04:00

Susie is on a serious bender with sports documentaries, which is pretty surprising since she thinks sports should be banned. She's fine with steroids, just not sports. Ok. We discuss the punishm...

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730: Graduation Registry, Pink Lemonade,&OnlyFans from 2023-07-17T04:00

We consider the possibility of a Sarah proposal and whether she would ever get down on one knee. We hear about a woman who had a gift registry for her doctoral graduation, and Susie is weirdly m...

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729: American Gladiators, Shark Attacks,&Nude Bowling from 2023-07-13T04:00

We wonder how future is doing in Croatia, and we hear what Sarah has to say to her future self. We discuss the American Gladiator documentary and all the wild ways it is EXACTLY like the Challen...

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728: It's Like Riding a Bike, Billionaire Babies,&Ant Apocalypse from 2023-07-10T04:00

Sarah thinks they should change the phrase "it's just like riding a bike" to mean that something is very hard, doesn't come naturally, and causes great pain because mountain biking is brutal! Th...

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727: Kiss My Butt, Negative Brain Bug,&Friendship Lies from 2023-07-06T04:00

In episode 727, we discuss some feedback we got from a listener who was none-too-pleased with our belief that drag queens are fun for the whole family, but what got Susie wound up is that the li...

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726: Declared Dead, Famous Alumni,&Beige Flags from 2023-07-03T04:00

In episode 726, we find out the crazy connection between Wordle and one of our favorite documentaries. We question why so many people are buried alive, and suggest putting in some safeguards so ...

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725: Sooz Reviews, Titanic Truthers,&The SNL Problem from 2023-06-29T04:00

In episode 725, we start with a brand new segment we're calling Sooz Reviews where Susie tells us which things to watch or read. Today she's giving her thoughts on a bunch of stand-up specials m...

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724: White People Lunches, Hobby Lobby Satan,&Prosthetic Penis from 2023-06-26T04:00

Hear why Sarah says she's not going back on the Challenge (but Susie is trying to persuade her to change her mind). We hear about a woman who went viral with an image of Satan at Hobby Lobby and...

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723: Be Useful, Artistic Swimming,&Little Richard's Complicated Life from 2023-06-22T04:00

Today we wonder if we'll ever run out of things to talk about (and then quickly realize we never shut up, so we're probably ok). We celebrate the genius of Swedish pancakes and Sarah confesses t...

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722: Sherpa Shunning, Jungle Miracle,&Adult Dreams from 2023-06-19T04:00

Our lives are so crazy that even Sarah's roof's membrane has been punctured and we don't even know what that means. There has been extreme weather events and she has swarms of birds chasing her,...

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721: Shiny Happy People, Natalia Grace,&Anne Frank Detective from 2023-06-15T04:00

Sarah had a drunken weekend, and her arch supports were working overtime on the dance floor. Susie reviews the Duggar documentary series, Shiny Happy People, and we hear why the child predation,...

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720: Arch Support, Darwin Awards,&Sexy Sports from 2023-06-12T04:00

Sarah is leaving her crop top era and entering her roomy sweatshirt era. It's a vibe. We hear a symptom of her aging process that requires the help of Dr. Scholl's. And only Sarah could mess up ...

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719: Good Moms, Top Sheets,&Secrets of Hillsong from 2023-06-08T04:00

Today we hear about the history of moms in advertisements, and the ways companies have adjusted their portrayal of and advertisements to moms. We hear what changed and what has stayed the same f...

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718: Snakes on a Plane, Living Forever,&Police Chase from 2023-06-05T04:00

Susie teased Sarah about her compulsion to comment on the number of every single episode, which reminded us about the importance of accountability, and how people who live alone too long getting...

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717: Pregnancy Tests, Anna Nicole's Lies,&World's Greatest Mom from 2023-06-01T04:00

Susie is worked about the Anna Nicole Smith documentary, and the lies she told throughout her life to make money, the price she and her family paid for her lies, and why reality tv wasn't her bi...

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716: Food Fight, Rodeo Crimes,&Animal MMA from 2023-05-29T04:00

Sarah was a celebrity judge for a wing contest, and Susie thinks they picked the wrong winner. But she's probably just on edge because her favorite restaurant burnt down recently! We discuss why...

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715: Living Wills, Chess Champion,&TikTok Detective from 2023-05-25T04:00

Susie starts telling a story about how she and Adam got into a fight over their estate planning and living wills, but she is suddenly interrupted in a stranger-than-fiction actual emergency while w...

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714: Atmospheric Jams, Pasta Mystery,&Mystery Sounds from 2023-05-22T04:00

Sarah went to a concert where the "music" was so experimental, she wasn't even sure when to clap or how to dance to it. Susie has a sneaking suspicion white men are behind this "musical" innovation...

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713: White Lies, Jeopardy Mystery,&Patient Zero from 2023-05-18T04:00

Today we hear about a Jewish family who had a daughter that did not look like them. In fact, she looked Black. And it turned out her mom had an affiar with a Black man, but just never mentioned it ...

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712: Jury Duty, Documentary Dupe,&Museum Graffiti from 2023-05-15T04:00

Sarah is $400 richer thanks to a tip from Susie, and you might have money waiting for you too! Sarah watched a series on Amazon that is a must-see, and had her in stitches, but also raised some ide...

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711: Optimism, Alien Cow Deaths,&Death of the Limo from 2023-05-11T04:00

We hear what Sarah learned from the grieving process after losing her dog. Susie shares why it's so hard to teach someone not to procrastinate. We discuss the amazing fortitude and tenacity of Mich...

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710: No Frills Motel, Jewish Weird Al,&All the Feels from 2023-05-08T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah regrets signing up for a marathon and Susie is saying I told you so, but she's also suggesting Sarah hop in a car and cheat in the race. Sarah thinks Weird Al is the swe...

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709: Marathon Cheater, Paralympics Controversy,&Cue Card Hero from 2023-05-04T04:00

Happy Cinco de Mayo, Americans! Hope you enjoy some tacos and margs. Sarah tells a story about how Eli denied her alcohol, and Susie truly feels bad for him for making this "rookie mistake." We dis...

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708: Zombie Response Team, Time Travel,&World's Oldest Joke from 2023-05-01T04:00

Sarah describes her dog Bo's final day, and why he held on til the very end. We discuss a new show that highlights extreme personalities and fringe lifestyles including one man who spends his days ...

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707: The Man Show, Boston Bombing,&Waco Cult from 2023-04-27T04:00

We get a follow-up on Sarah's habit of eating muffin cups and it somehow got even more insane than it already was, but the good news is that there are apparently many people who indulged in baking ...

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706: Personality Tests, Martha Stewart, and Healthy Ice Cream from 2023-04-24T04:00

Sarah is in a war with her neighbor, and Susie is strategizing ways to torment him. Sarah thinks they're in a competition for who will open their blinds, but mostly she's mad that he doesn't have a...

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705: Therapy Speak, Life Hacks,&Bigfoot's Boobs from 2023-04-20T04:00

Susie goes on an epic rant about people who try to mental health their way out of accountability and the way they use therapy speak to avoid responsibility. She's fuming, people! Sarah explains how...

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704: Submarine Sandwiches, Menu Hacks,&Hiding Turtles from 2023-04-17T04:00

Sarah is fueling up for this episode with a party size platter of hoagies, and it is glorious. This isn't the only fun food-related incident today, though. Oh no, we also learn that Sarah loved muf...

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703: Pretty Baby, Manslaughter Nightmare,&Boys in Blue from 2023-04-13T04:00

Sarah found out she is a "true summer," so she can't wear the look of Gwyneth Paltrow at her trial, so now she's getting rid of her clothes and embracing her color glow-up. We hear why "silent luxu...

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702: Bigfoot Sighting, Sarah's Accident,&Glow-in-the Dark Animals from 2023-04-10T04:00

We discuss Sarah's religious dabbling, and how she's been pretty much every religion on Earth for a minute including once when she had to wear a wig for religion. We hear about the famous Bigfoot v...

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701: Racism Clickbait, Catholic Spies,&Bert and Ernie's Lifestyle from 2023-04-06T04:00

Susie is going to meet one of her comedy heroes, and she needs Sarah's advice on what to wear, what to say, and how to become best friends with him. We learn about a Catholic group who bought user ...

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700: Models, Mammoth Meatballs,&Michelangelo's Manhood from 2023-04-03T04:00

700 episodes! It's pretty remarkable that we're still talking and, more importantly, you're still listening! Thank you!!! Sarah was very eager to share some news in the culinary world that has actu...

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699: Seaweed Blob, Good Old Days,&Broken Sun from 2023-03-30T04:00

Anyone know what happens at cemetaries in New Orleans, because we've heard some things and we're confused and intrigued. Sarah talks about how a piece of the sun broke off and got sucked into a pol...

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698: Doggone Sad, Thumbs Down,&Digging Holes from 2023-03-27T04:00

We're in the comfort business today because we're losing one of our own. Bo Louise Rice is in her final days and her person is very sad! We know you all can relate to how painful it is to lose a do...

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697: Big Bear Buns, Rude Red Carpet&The Disappearing Jet from 2023-03-20T04:00

It's always a good time to have an apology tour (it's kind of our specialty), so we kicked off the episode setting the record straight about our love and affection for our LGBTQIA+ listeners. Susie...

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696: Shoeless Joe, Charlie Chaplin,&Sneaky Sneakers from 2023-03-16T05:00

Today we learn why Susie is feeling nostalgic about the Challenge and Sarah never got full closure after her season. We hear about an author who Susie suspected of misrepresenting scientific facts,...

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695: Astronaut Shade, Size Matters,&Clown Fear from 2023-03-13T05:00

We kick the show off by hearing why Sarah got KICKED OUT of a McDonald's. Think of how bad you'd have to be to be kicked out of a McDonald's. We hear why Susie made an inappropriate joke while preg...

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694: Best Friends, Hiccup Cure,&Social Media Lies from 2023-03-09T05:00

Susie kicks off the show sharing a story about a friend of hers who is using an app to meet new friends, and how hard it is to make friends as an adult. Sarah talks about the idea of a "best friend...

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710: Sultry Scenes, Radioactivity, and Perfect Pressure from 2023-03-06T05:00

Sarah shares her birthday tales, which included drunk snowboarding, fireball shots, and a ski lift near miss. It did not disappoint. She also describes how our listeners inspire her to be a better ...

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692: Big Ball Parenting, Dumped Doll,&Woke Witches from 2023-03-02T05:00

We're kicking March off (or as we like to call it, Fool's Spring) with a story about testicles--yay!!! It turns out men with bigger balls are crappier dads. We debate whether this is a product of l...

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691: Stolen Youth, Big Member,&Dinner at the Zoo from 2023-02-27T05:00

Today's episode is a doozy! Sarah is feeling a little non-commital about making plans, but we're determined to start thinking ahead and making plans to look forward to. We can't let the pandemic ru...

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690: Gunther's Millions, Unmasking Autism,&Mary Queen of Scots from 2023-02-23T05:00

We have a rebuttal to a keyboard warrior who took issue with our commentary on Hitler's medical history, which is a sentence we never thought we'd write. Susie explains why discussing shame is crit...

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689: Elderly Sarah, We Need to Talk About Ezra,&Zoo Mania from 2023-02-20T05:00

We discuss how our problems suddenly seem bearable when we consider switching them for someone else's. Sarah describes her Valentine's Day surprise from Eli and why not everyone should be cracking ...

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688: Baywatch Body, Breastfeeding Debate,&Disability Fetish from 2023-02-16T05:00

Susie breaks down the Pam Anderson documentary (produced and directed by our buddy, Ryan White) and the ways she represents the dynamic between men and women culturally. The documentary looks at Pa...

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687: Sarah's Marriage Proposal, Divorce Debate,&Buried Alive from 2023-02-13T05:00

Happy Valentine's Day to all who celebrate--and we hope you do because love is the most important thing in the world! And to get in the spirit, Susie is trying to convince Sarah to propose to Eli. ...

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686: Mind over Murder, LEGO Pain,&Prison Rules from 2023-02-09T05:00

Hear about a docuseries called Mind Over Murder where six people were wrongfully accused of the rape and murder of a woman after five of them confessed to the crime. We explore why people would say...

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685: Marie Kondo Mess, Men Problems,&Robot Apocalypse from 2023-02-06T05:00

Hear why Susie plans on becoming a chart-topping singer. Sarah and Susie are planning their ski adventure and Susie really hopes it doesn't involve any...skiing. Susie decides we need a "swear jar"...

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684: Psychic Friends, Amber Alerts,&Tunnel of Hate from 2023-02-02T05:00

Susie informs us about some big changes in the bowling world that bowling alley owners are thrilled about, but professional bowlers think is a real gutter ball. And Sarah claims Eli almost went pro...

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683: Mutant Plants, Metal Coke,&Manly Cars from 2023-01-30T05:00

Today we find out about a type of plant that knows how to count (???), but its plant cousin is a dummy that doesn't know how (so Susie thinks it's going to be a goner). Hear about a documentary tha...

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682: Cougars, Conmen,&the Curse of Chippendales from 2023-01-26T05:00

Susie can't quit thinking about the Bernie Madoff docuseries and his $65 BILLION (with a B!) scam that he ran for 40 years. She thinks we can learn a lot about non-violent sociopaths from his examp...

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681: Whale Poop, Superhero Accessories,&Gendered Living from 2023-01-23T05:00

Sarah brought a whole lot of poo content, and we are learning so much! We hear why whale poo is basically saving the world, and whales aren't getting enough credit. We loved Free Willy before, but ...

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680: Muslim Art, Ric Flair's Wild Life,&People Are Not OK from 2023-01-19T05:00

We have to make a correction about the poop lottery story, and, boy, are we disappointed. We report the results of our poop survey (what's worse: the smell or the sound). We were both sort of shock...

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679: Robot Lawyers, Sneaky Sneakers,&Safe Danger from 2023-01-16T05:00

Hear why Sarah has betrayed the Curly Girl community and she has "hair dysmorphia." We learn about the Don't Pick Up the Phone documentary where a man would pose as a cop on the phone and trick fas...

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678: Death, Fever Dreams,&Craziness from 2023-01-12T05:00

It starts out doom and gloomy as we discuss injuries of football players and other public figures. We suggest football should become gentler and involve far fewer items of clothing...you know, for ...

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677: Gendered Boomers, Celine Dion Conspiracy,&Toilet Talk from 2023-01-09T05:00

Today we discuss how Susie has some Boomer opinions about certain progressive opinions of the language police. We discuss the Rolling Stone list of the best singers and get worked up about their Ce...

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676: Lottery Revenge, Vanity Plates, and Personality Tests from 2023-01-05T05:00

We check in with each other about 2023 goals and resolutions, and it turns out, Susie and Sarah's goals are in complete conflict with each other. So this oughtta be one heckuva year! Susie kicks th...

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675: Global Dreams, Metal Bats,&Streaking from 2023-01-02T05:00

Susie wants to know why streaking was popular for like two minutes, and we would like to bring it back in 2023. Let's do this, people! Sarah explains why public toilets use horseshoe-shaped toilet ...

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674: Strange Names, Liver King, and The Year of Rest from 2022-12-19T05:00

Susie is psyched out of her mind about the Strange Names documentary that features people with unusual, disturbing, or celebrity names. It's so good! We discuss some of the crazy names, why parents...

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673: Nose Armies, B-Hole Evolution,&Produce Production from 2022-12-15T05:00

Breaking news in the science world with an explanation for why we get sick in the winter, and it's not what we thought all along. We've been living a viral lie. Hear why your nose is indoorsy and i...

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672: New Therapy, Killer Nurses,&Casey Anthony from 2022-12-12T05:00

Today we hear about a documentary exploring a different approach to therapy, and Susie wants to know why therapists insist on distancing themselves from their clients. Sarah shares why it actually ...

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671: Mandatory Fun, Monks on Meth,&Popcorn Puke from 2022-12-08T05:00

Sarah salutes a good Samaritan Amazon worker and then she confesses to her secret love of Amazon (despite her previous boycott of the company). We learn about a man who was fired for not having eno...

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670: Pepsi Lawsuit, Compulsive Liars,&the Quiet Zone from 2022-12-05T05:00

Susie is singing the praises of the Pepsi, Where's My Jet documentary about a boy who got enough Pepsi points to earn a jet, but Pepsi claimed they were just joking about the jet. Hear what happene...

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669: Sneeze Injury, Leslie Jordan,&Hearing People Are the Worst from 2022-12-01T05:00

Susie wants to know when Sarah realized she was uncensored, but we're pretty sure Susie is just as weird about oversharing. We discuss a woman who didn't want to sit near a crying baby at a fancy r...

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668: Brain Buckets, Doppelgänger DNA,&Lucy Laughter from 2022-11-28T05:00

Susie watched the Barney (as in the purple dinosaur) documentary and it was a shockingly sad story. We discuss the backlash towards the wholesome content and the effect it all had on its creator an...

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667: Chicken Binge, Miracle Mermaids,&Persuasion from 2022-11-21T05:00

Hear why Susie's "powder room" is very funny and Sarah's is NSFW. We discuss the implosion of Twitter and the weird devotion of Elon Musk's "musketeers." We need a new assessment of Nick Cannon bec...

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666: Satanic Panic, Falwell's Fall,&Stuttering from 2022-11-17T05:00

Today is finally our demonic episode featuring the number of the beast 666! We are so excited to discuss the evils of the Satanic Panic. We learn where the panic started, why Sarah's parents were i...

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665: Childlore, Toilet Destruction,&Penis Preoccupation from 2022-11-14T05:00

We're fresh off our reunion in Chicago, so we discuss our trip, the fun we had with our Brainiacs, and the comedy show in which Susie performed. Sarah is getting us all nostalgic about our childhoo...

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664: Trapper Keeper, Reality Show Hell,&Candy Cigarettes from 2022-11-10T05:00

Susie has a new enemy and we're all very excited about it. We are less excited about her husband's recent health scare, and Susie has some tips for you if you're in a similar situation. We discuss ...

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663: Shrinking, Slapping, and Swearing from 2022-11-07T05:00

We begin with a warning to candy manufacturers--we're on to you and your smaller fun size candy bars and treats. Who do you think you're fooling? This isn't our first rodeo. We learn about a bird w...

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662: Boomers, Groomers,&Rumors from 2022-11-03T04:00

Susie is mad at one of her favorite authors, so she rants about his boomer views. We discuss a documentary about competitive dog groomers, and Susie explains why she thinks they're similar to profe...

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661: Pavlov Exposed, Gamer Identity,&Online Harassment from 2022-10-31T04:00

Happy Halloween, Brainiacs! Today we're getting spoooooky. We hear why the story of Pavlov, his dogs, and that damn bell are not at all accurate, and we've been living a lie. We hear why "gamer ide...

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660: Facts of Life, Lottery Losers,&Purse Mystery from 2022-10-27T04:00

Susie is worked up today! First she insisted on delving into some "old gossip" about Frank Sinatra that blew Sarah's mind. Susie's also mad at Spotify and Sarah is offended. We discuss a documentar...

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659: Old People Smell, Fish on Drugs,&Mosquito Bites from 2022-10-24T04:00

Sarah has the giggles when she tries to fall asleep, so today we hear why you think things are funnier at bedtime. We discuss "old people smell," and learn why different age groups have different o...

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658: Kitchen Nightmares, Sports Genes,&Authentic Food from 2022-10-20T04:00

Susie kicks off the show with a condemnation of Kanye West and his anti-semitism. We hear about a documentary that talks about the sexual allegations against Mario Batali and how the restaurant ind...

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657: Cosmonaut Catfish, Robot Dolphins,&Signs of Death from 2022-10-17T04:00

Today we discuss how humans don't do well being alone, and how the Challenge and other reality shows can demonstrate what happens when we are alone with our thoughts. Sarah explains how lakes can e...

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656: Richard Simmons, Jeffrey Dahmer, and Repressed Memories from 2022-10-13T04:00

Today we hear what went wrong with Susie's lip fillers and why she is a glutton for punishment because she'll do it again. We discuss "performing beauty" and how these alleged feminists willingly m...

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655: Hitchhiker's Guide to Asteroids and Serial Killers from 2022-10-10T04:00

We cover a ton today! First we follow-up on our conversation about nudist beaches and consider our feelings on nudist communities. We think people should probably keep their chonies on for several ...

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654: Hip Hop, Hazing,&Hilarity from 2022-10-06T04:00

Today we find out why Susie and Sarah are both "agents of chaos," but for different reasons. Susie watched a documentary about 2Pac and Biggie, and now she's an expert on 90s hip hop, and Sarah is ...

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653: Leaf Peeping, Whale Testicles,&Vagina Soul Patch from 2022-10-03T04:00

What an episode! Sarah pulls out all the stops for this one. We find out what she's up to this SpOooOooOOky season and why it made us realize we are very very old. We learn some shocking news about...

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652: Birthday Songs, Motherly Sins,&Nude Beaches from 2022-09-29T04:00

Susie and Sarah have a disagreement about whether dinner should just be dinner or if it's better with a murder mystery, a concert, or blindfolds. We discuss the Birthday Song and point out what a t...

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651: Negative Reviews, Narcissist Conspiracy,&Cats Rule from 2022-09-26T04:00:24

We discuss the negative review we got from a male listener, and share why he wasn't entirely wrong, but we're still mad. Sarah is literally falling apart after her slip-n-slide disaster, and she mi...

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650: The Queen's Bees, Know Regrets,&Choose Adventure from 2022-09-22T04:00:38

We discuss the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the good and bad that she represented. We learn about the Telling the Bees tradition, why the Queen's death was announced to her bees, but also why th...

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649: Slip-n-Slide, Resting Eagle Face,&Sleeping on the Job from 2022-09-19T04:00:51

Welp. Sarah strikes again. She can't resist the urge to show off in front of children, and now she's paying the price. And she thinks she's going to make a DIY cast for her ankle, so Susie thinks m...

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648: House of Hammer, Reality TV Epiphany,&Memories from 2022-09-15T04:00:07

Susie wants to know what it is about alcohol that feels like a panacea. We discuss the bonkers new docu-series, House of Hammer, which documents the generational trauma, violence, and immorality of...

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647: Biking Boys, Crepe Caper,&Artificial Art from 2022-09-12T04:00

Sarah had a terrible experience dealing with some goons at a bike shop and cried on a mountain as a result. She describes the incident and how it caused her to have "feelings about the feelings." T...

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646: Brain Damage Jokes, Flat Earth Athletes,&Butt Ogling from 2022-09-08T04:00

Susie watched an old clip on YouTube of an actor acting strangely, and realized later that he was a literal psychopath. We discuss Shaquille O'Neal's insistence that the Earth is flat. Susie goes o...

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645: Women in Space, Painful Orgasms,&Underwater Stonehenge from 2022-09-05T04:00:57

Sarah is already getting excited for spOoOoOoOky season and she is going to do an epic, witchy photo shoot in the forest to celebrate. All this forest talk made her think of the ways female hikers ...

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644: Pink Jeans, Catfishing, and Violent Art from 2022-09-01T04:00:41

Today begins with a hilarious story about pink jeans that neither one of us saw coming, but, boy, are we glad it did. And it made us wonder if you keep an array of jeans' sizes or just one size for...

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643: Parasitic Monks, Mountain WiFi,&The Sound of Hell from 2022-08-29T04:00:27

This episode is freaking great. There, we said it. Sarah received a letter scolding her from her neighborhood HOA and Susie thinks the HOA guy is a serial killer. We hear why a bunch of friars were...

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642: Woodstock 99, Tommy Lee's Wiener,&Dead Parents from 2022-08-25T04:00:28

Today's episode got real dark, but we still had fun (we know, we're weird). We discuss the aptly titled Trainwreck documentary about Woodstock 99, and we cannot deal with all the people swimming in...

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641: Careful Driver, Dementia,&Volcanic Orgasms from 2022-08-22T04:00:14

Sarah is hopped up on muscle relaxers for this episode, so that's exciting! Will she be extra jazzed up or super chilled out? We'll find out. Hear why Sarah realized she cannot let herself go witho...

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640: Butthole Girl, Seat of the Soul,&Near Death Experiences from 2022-08-18T04:00:51

Susie's kitchen is still being renovated and she had to perform a real life "floor is lava" scenario that was a real hoot (all those Challenge shenanigans really paid off). We discuss the documenta...

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639: Horse Girl, Pageantry,&Goldfish Soup from 2022-08-15T04:00:48

Hear one souvenir Sarah brought home from camp that she did not want. We learn new insight into Sarah's childhood that Susie cannot believe, and it remains mind-boggling that we're still learning n...

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638: Silence is Golden, Death Penalty Dress Code,&Pickleball from 2022-08-11T04:00:07

Susie talks about her birthday and why she has been very emotional about the "passage of time." We discuss Paul Newman and his gorgeousness, but also how no matter how successful you are, your kids...

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637: Comical Bodies, Fancy Feasts,&Candy Shortage from 2022-08-08T04:00:05

Sarah is back from camp, everyone! And she didn't totally regret going, which is mind-boggling. In fact, I think she liked it?? We hear how it went and why she is now a Care Bear. Susie gets mad ab...

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636: Challenge Therapy, Asylum Entertainment,&Sex Doll Overdose from 2022-08-01T04:00:06

Sarah is about to ship off to camp, and Susie is bitter about it even though it affects her in no way. We hear what really goes on at camp. We describe what therapists call "going home," and discus...

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635: Skittles Scandal, Surviving Nuclear War,&Spotlight Effect from 2022-07-28T04:00:14

Sarah reveals why her true crime interest is waning despite her love of Law & Order. Susie wants a mosquito genocide. Some people believe Skittles are not fit for human consumption. Sarah is accide...

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634: Victoria's Secret, Male Trees,&Magical Thinking from 2022-07-25T04:00:15

Hear what it was like for Sarah to rewatch Exes II with her boyfriend, and why it gave her a whole new perspective of the show. Susie discusses the Victoria's Secret documentary and how the "fantas...

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633: Backyard Burial, Gulliver's Hallucinations,&Tennis Scores from 2022-07-21T04:00:09

Hear why Sarah feels bad about her broccoli theft, but Susie changed her mind about Sarah pulling the stems off. Sarah teaches us why scoring in tennis is so weird, and for some reason Susie is mad...

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632: Girls Gone Wild, Dark Web,&Dead Tattoos from 2022-07-18T04:00:37

Sarah makes a very good point about parenting, and it might just seal the deal on whether she wants to have kids or not. We discuss the Britney Griner detention in Russia, and Susie is worked up ab...

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631: Pain Tunnels, Celibacy,&Dick Hieroglyphics from 2022-07-14T04:00:55

Today we hear why Sarah loves climbing mountains when she is not on television only, and she describes how she gets through "pain tunnels" during physical exertion. We hear about a study that shows...

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630: Sandwich Architecture, Medieval Times,&Sex Negative from 2022-07-11T04:00:03

Hear about a documentary Susie watched that made her wonder if she is ableist. The film also made Susie and Sarah have their third fight about the proper way to build a sandwich. We discuss certain...

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629: Croakies, Reverse Deja Vu,&Tetris Trauma from 2022-07-07T04:00:46

Hear lots of bad news on today's show! But also laugh along with Susie who is apparently losing her mind. We somehow have a long conversation about Croakies, the sunglass strap that really made a f...

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628: Men Are The Worst, Smile Influencer,&Love Curious from 2022-07-04T04:00:06

Hear Susie talk about how she's had it up to HERE with men. She says that it's hard to find out for sure that you're seen as not a fully formed person, and all the evidence points to men being the ...

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627: Testosterone Babies, T-Rex High Fives,&Thought Worms from 2022-06-30T04:00:53

Susie is trying to convince Sarah to convert to Judaism. Sarah found out about a 2-year-old who is going through puberty because he had contact with his dad's medication. We learn whether emotions ...

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626: Sarah's Scars, Inherited Trauma,&Rap Pioneers from 2022-06-27T04:00:22

Sarah's talking about her superpower for seeing colors again, and how she really just loves being good at something. Anything! Susie wants to hear about Sarah's camping adventures. We learn about a...

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625: Mean Streets, Challenge Cleaners,&Superworms from 2022-06-23T04:00:26

Today we discuss the Real World Brooklyn a little bit and why Sarah came across as a worldy, older gal who had seen some shit. Sarah reveals how she was recently recognized in her own home when a m...

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624: Keep Sweet, Crop Circles,&Anthony Bourdain Scandal from 2022-06-20T04:00:27

Susie is under the weather and explains why she couldn't hear out of one ear for four days. She describes the Keep Sweet documentary series and how the fundamentalist cult manipulated the women and...

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623: Human Meatball, Bees are Fish,&Pet Food from 2022-06-16T04:00:24

Susie describes her trip to the OB-GYN, and why she had to discuss The Challenge during her Pap Smear. We hear about a study that claims men don't destress from hugs, and we debate why that might b...

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622: Future Illusions, Political Brain,&Inspirational Music from 2022-06-13T04:00:49

[Note: episode includes discussion on suicide] Sarah went "out out" and got "drunk drunk," so we get to hear about that. She also found out she loves dad jokes, which is only surprising to her. The...

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621: When Your Ex Gets Married&Birth Order Mythology from 2022-06-09T04:00:25

Hear why Sarah is processing lots of emotional baggage since her ex-husband recently got remarried. We discuss how new events can make you reassess the past, and how it can make you see things in n...

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620: Whiney Comedians, Illegal Baby Names,&Girl Hysteria from 2022-06-06T04:00:48

Hear why Susie is sick of "whiney baby" comedians who complain about cancel culture and make offensive jokes, and why Jo Koy is the antidote. We debate the G.O.A.T comedian. We learn about illegal ...

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619: Pathological Joking, Murderer Cats,&Corndogging from 2022-06-02T04:00:11

Hear about Sarah's date, and why she can't avoid getting hot and heavy. We learn about her allergy to "moving mites" and it's just as weird as it sounds. Sarah explains a Pathological Joking Disord...

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618: Our Father, Amnesia,&Disabled Dating from 2022-05-26T04:00:12

Susie explains why she hates "in-speak" and a trend she noticed among evangelical Christians. We hear why Sarah is back on the market and is debating how to act on a first date she has coming up. W...

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617: Elderly Drugs, Mouse Hell,&The Beautiful Ones from 2022-05-23T04:00:56

Susie wants Sarah to teach Bo the "down low, too slow" trick as a public service. She also cooked up a plan to let old people do hard drugs since the elderly "have nothing to lose." Sarah describes...

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616: Chicken People, Board Games,&Goodwill Jackpot from 2022-05-19T04:00:30

Sarah explains why breaking up in your thirties is a whole different experience. Sarah describes her "Little Mermaid" cocktail event. Susie talks about a documentary on chicken breeding that she th...

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615: Twin Brains, Lobotomies,&Pig Hearts from 2022-05-16T04:00:39

Sarah Rice is back--she got her name back and she thinks it changed everything. Susie claims technology might be limiting serial killers, but might be encouraging other kinds of crimes. Sarah offer...

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614: Cyclists, Sarah Rice Jr,&Bitcoin Garbage from 2022-05-12T04:00:57

Hear why it's almost impossible to find beauty products that are non-toxic and effective. Sarah predicts whether she'll live a long life. We hear about a man who lost 500 BILLION dollars because he...

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613: LOL Translations, Blunders,&Flat Iron Romance from 2022-05-09T04:00:21

Hear why we think Spring needs a new marketing person. Spring doesn't get enough respect. Susie says people have accused them of using too many filters on their pics. Sarah explains what the variou...

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612: Captive Audience, Pity the Fool,&Dance Marathons from 2022-05-05T04:00:41

Hear why Sarah risked her life to get a new desk. Susie describes a documentary about a kidnapping victim whose brother became a criminal, and it makes us wonder what causes sociopathy. We learn ab...

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611: Dating at Target, Bloodworms,&A-holes from 2022-05-02T04:00:08

We hear about a man who took a woman to target as their first date, and we debate whether this even qualifies as a date. We get an update on a study from years ago about mosquitoes that was a real ...

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610: Low Bar Lifestyle, Abercrombie,&Online Lies from 2022-04-28T04:00

We decided to live the low-bar lifetstyle from now on. Just keeping expectations in check. We follow-up on the cannibal tacos because we're not ok with it. We discuss the abercrombie documentary an...

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609: Cannibal Tacos, Oily Hair,&Consensual Hugs from 2022-04-25T04:00:02

Hear the latest on Sarah's five month long move to Colorado and why Susie says Sarah has a good luck/bad luck dichotomy in her life. We learn about a man who lost his foot in a motorcycle accident ...

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608: Are Girl Scouts OK?, Fake Disability,&Tony Hawk from 2022-04-21T04:00:45

Susie talks about the Tony Hawk documentary, and how the very thing that gives his life meaning might be killing him. We learn a surprising fact about Sarah's eating habits that she never told Susi...

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EP608: Are Girl Scouts OK?, Fake Disability,&Tony Hawk from 2022-04-21T04:00:45

Susie talks about the Tony Hawk documentary, and how the very thing that gives his life meaning might be killing him. We learn a surprising fact about Sarah's eating habits that she never told Susi...

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EP607: Gaslighting, Water Weapon,&Nature Nurture from 2022-04-18T04:00:25

Sarah almost had a white pants disaster, and somehow she sees it as a sign that her luck has changed since Vegas. Susie reveals why her Road Rules experience could've been very embarrassing. We lea...

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607: Gaslighting, Water Weapon,&Nature Nurture from 2022-04-18T04:00:25

Sarah almost had a white pants disaster, and somehow she sees it as a sign that her luck has changed since Vegas. Susie reveals why her Road Rules experience could've been very embarrassing. We lea...

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EP606: Golden Rule, Do I Sound Gay,&Witchy Crisis from 2022-04-14T04:00:57

Susie talks about the hair catastrophe she had recently, and how she had to comfort the stylist. She now has "bald patches" and had to cut off 6 inches of hair. But Sarah somehow related it to "but...

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606: Golden Rule, Do I Sound Gay,&Witchy Crisis from 2022-04-14T04:00:57

Susie talks about the hair catastrophe she had recently, and how she had to comfort the stylist. She now has "bald patches" and had to cut off 6 inches of hair. But Sarah somehow related it to "but...

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EP605: Buffet Scandal, Goblin Mode,&Ranch Dressing Romance from 2022-04-11T04:00:21

We're getting an update on Sarah's epic road trip from Denver to California and back again. Never a dull moment with her. She talks about her bad luck in Vegas and why she is never staying in a bad...

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605: Buffet Scandal, Goblin Mode,&Ranch Dressing Romance from 2022-04-11T04:00:21

We're getting an update on Sarah's epic road trip from Denver to California and back again. Never a dull moment with her. She talks about her bad luck in Vegas and why she is never staying in a bad...

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604: Car Cooking, Bullying,&Boring People from 2022-04-07T04:00:54

Hear why Sarah keeps a stove (!) in her car (and uses it!). Susie describes a documentary about bullying, and how it made her wonder if she'd ever been a bully and Sarah describes why she was bulli...

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EP604: Car Cooking, Bullying,&Boring People from 2022-04-07T04:00:54

Hear why Sarah keeps a stove (!) in her car (and uses it!). Susie describes a documentary about bullying, and how it made her wonder if she'd ever been a bully and Sarah describes why she was bulli...

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EP603: Sarah's Heaven, Cave Time,&Butt Oxygen from 2022-04-04T04:00:36

Hear about the birth control for men, and why we can't decide if this is a good or bad idea. We hear about an experiment to understand our sense of time where volunteers spent weeks in a cave. Sara...

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603: Sarah's Heaven, Cave Time,&Butt Oxygen from 2022-04-04T04:00:36

Hear about the birth control for men, and why we can't decide if this is a good or bad idea. We hear about an experiment to understand our sense of time where volunteers spent weeks in a cave. Sara...

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EP602: Bad Vegan, Gen Z Backlash,&Girl Scout Whiners from 2022-03-31T04:00:36

Today we discuss the Bad Vegan docu-series about a vegan restauranteur who got scammed by her partner. Susie claims this is not a scammer story, but is a story about a woman with an unhealthy relat...

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602: Bad Vegan, Gen Z Backlash,&Girl Scout Whiners from 2022-03-31T04:00:36

Today we discuss the Bad Vegan docu-series about a vegan restauranteur who got scammed by her partner. Susie claims this is not a scammer story, but is a story about a woman with an unhealthy relat...

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EP601: Sounds of Cheese, Magic Fabric,&Hank the Tank from 2022-03-28T04:00:54

Today we hear why Sarah couldn't move into a house because it "tested positive for meth," and we have some follow-up questions. Sarah describes a study that was done to determine whether sounds aff...

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601: Sounds of Cheese, Magic Fabric,&Hank the Tank from 2022-03-28T04:00:54

Today we hear why Sarah couldn't move into a house because it "tested positive for meth," and we have some follow-up questions. Sarah describes a study that was done to determine whether sounds aff...

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600: Mystery Garbage, Cheesy Corn,&Andy Warhol from 2022-03-24T04:00:02

Susie went to a "get together" and found out she's become a weirdo during the pandemic. Sarah manifested a financial windfall, but she should've been more specific. Susie discusses the life of arti...

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EP600: Mystery Garbage, Cheesy Corn,&Andy Warhol from 2022-03-24T04:00:02

Susie went to a "get together" and found out she's become a weirdo during the pandemic. Sarah manifested a financial windfall, but she should've been more specific. Susie discusses the life of arti...

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599: Earth Game, Sour Theory,&Bollywood Bootleg from 2022-03-21T04:00:20

Today Sarah asks listeners to say whether cramps are worse than having a baby. It's fun. We have more thoughts about why we evolved to taste sour, and how it might relate to adventure, gut health, ...

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EP599: Earth Game, Sour Theory,&Bollywood Bootleg from 2022-03-21T04:00:20

Today Sarah asks listeners to say whether cramps are worse than having a baby. It's fun. We have more thoughts about why we evolved to taste sour, and how it might relate to adventure, gut health, ...

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598: Heimlich Hero, Dying for Wine,&Sour Theory from 2022-03-17T05:00:33

Today we hear about a crazy story involving Susie's husband Adam, where she had to perform the Heimlich Maneuver on him. We learn about hospitals in France that are giving dying patients high-end w...

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EP598: Heimlich Hero, Dying for Wine,&Sour Theory from 2022-03-17T05:00:33

Today we hear about a crazy story involving Susie's husband Adam, where she had to perform the Heimlich Maneuver on him. We learn about hospitals in France that are giving dying patients high-end w...

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EP597: Soft Launching Love, Infrasound, Dead Data from 2022-03-14T04:00:47

Today we hear about Sarah's new life in Denver, why she's an agent of chaos, and how she's "soft launching" the reveal of her new man. She talks about a new show that is teaching her a ton about th...

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597: Soft Launching Love, Infrasound, Dead Data from 2022-03-14T04:00:47

Today we hear about Sarah's new life in Denver, why she's an agent of chaos, and how she's "soft launching" the reveal of her new man. She talks about a new show that is teaching her a ton about th...

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EP596: Monk Heaters, Hot Coal Walking,&Amazon Returns from 2022-03-10T05:00

Today we hear why Sarah still has her ex's last name, and Susie thinks she should change it to Princess Consuela Bananahammock. We learn about a study that showed our lives really do flash before o...

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596: Monk Heaters, Hot Coal Walking,&Amazon Returns from 2022-03-10T05:00

Today we hear why Sarah still has her ex's last name, and Susie thinks she should change it to Princess Consuela Bananahammock. We learn about a study that showed our lives really do flash before o...

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595: Autozone Rage, Vibrational Psychic,&Wired Wiener from 2022-03-07T05:00

Today we start with a discussion about doctors and how they rank each other, and why Bill Cosby shouldn't even have a doctorate. Sarah rants about Autozone, and why she got extra mad at the employe...

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EP595: Autozone Rage, Vibrational Psychic,&Wired Wiener from 2022-03-07T05:00

Today we start with a discussion about doctors and how they rank each other, and why Bill Cosby shouldn't even have a doctorate. Sarah rants about Autozone, and why she got extra mad at the employe...

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EP594: Frozen Penis, Beethoven's Garbage,&Fight or Flight from 2022-03-03T05:00

Today we learn about a man who can "taste" words, and why it's negatively affecting his relationships. Susie tells us about an Olympian who ended up with a frozen penis. We debate whether testicles...

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594: Frozen Penis, Beethoven's Garbage,&Fight or Flight from 2022-03-03T05:00

Today we learn about a man who can "taste" words, and why it's negatively affecting his relationships. Susie tells us about an Olympian who ended up with a frozen penis. We debate whether testicles...

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EP593: Bisexuality, Female Urinals,&Croissant Cancer from 2022-02-28T05:00

Today we discuss British Baking Shows evolution, and why Noel Fielding has made everyone in the world question their sexuality. We find out about a new invention that allows women to use urinals. W...

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593: Bisexuality, Female Urinals,&Croissant Cancer from 2022-02-28T05:00

Today we discuss British Baking Shows evolution, and why Noel Fielding has made everyone in the world question their sexuality. We find out about a new invention that allows women to use urinals. W...

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EP592: Kindergarten Tattoos, Armpit Fetish,&American Accents from 2022-02-24T05:00

Today we hear about a teacher who was fired from his kindergarten teaching job because he covered his face and tongue in tattoos. A Brainiac told us about a nightclub in NYC hosting "pheromone part...

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592: Kindergarten Tattoos, Armpit Fetish,&American Accents from 2022-02-24T05:00

Today we hear about a teacher who was fired from his kindergarten teaching job because he covered his face and tongue in tattoos. A Brainiac told us about a nightclub in NYC hosting "pheromone part...

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EP591: Reality TV Lies, Tinder Swindler,&Meat Diet from 2022-02-21T05:00

Today we discuss how many of listeners dated men who sleep in "nests" of dirty clothes. We reminisce about the "mattresses" on the Ruins that were just pieces of yellow foam, and how we would "tend...

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591: Reality TV Lies, Tinder Swindler,&Meat Diet from 2022-02-21T05:00

Today we discuss how many of listeners dated men who sleep in "nests" of dirty clothes. We reminisce about the "mattresses" on the Ruins that were just pieces of yellow foam, and how we would "tend...

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590: Rip Curl Girl, West Elm Caleb,&Casio Beats from 2022-02-17T03:15:39

Today we hear how Susie's first time skiing went, and why she wishes the sport were more inclusive. We find out the reason why baby names have gotten more unique over the years, and Sarah reveals h...

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EP590: Rip Curl Girl, West Elm Caleb,&Casio Beats from 2022-02-17T03:15:39

Today we hear how Susie's first time skiing went, and why she wishes the sport were more inclusive. We find out the reason why baby names have gotten more unique over the years, and Sarah reveals h...

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EP589: Pillow Fight, Worst Dates,&Nesting from 2022-02-14T05:00:17

Today we hear where Sarah is, and why she's mad about biscotti. She reveals the worst date she ever had, and why the guy is probably into cryptocurrency now. Sarah describes what it was like to att...

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589: Pillow Fight, Worst Dates,&Nesting from 2022-02-14T05:00:17

Today we hear where Sarah is, and why she's mad about biscotti. She reveals the worst date she ever had, and why the guy is probably into cryptocurrency now. Sarah describes what it was like to att...

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EP588: Union Yes, Cult of Confidence,&Old Music from 2022-02-10T05:00:40

Today Susie is all wound up about Bill Cosby and the new docu-series about him. We hear how the system was set up for Bill to successfully prey upon women. We learn about a little boy who snuck his...

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588: Union Yes, Cult of Confidence,&Old Music from 2022-02-10T05:00:40

Today Susie is all wound up about Bill Cosby and the new docu-series about him. We hear how the system was set up for Bill to successfully prey upon women. We learn about a little boy who snuck his...

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EP587: Slutty Candy, Moon Man,&Litterbugs from 2022-02-07T05:00:47

Today we cover everything from STDs to good tippers. First we hear why two trivia nerds should probably not be a couple. We learn how the patriarchy is so embedded in our brains that even objects a...

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587: Slutty Candy, Moon Man,&Litterbugs from 2022-02-07T05:00:47

Today we cover everything from STDs to good tippers. First we hear why two trivia nerds should probably not be a couple. We learn how the patriarchy is so embedded in our brains that even objects a...

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EP586: Good Grief, Spray Tans,&Scams from 2022-02-03T05:00:25

Today we hear how Susie's mom lost thousands in a scam. Susie bought a spray tanning machine, and Adam had to get university certification to use it. We hear about a woman who got stuck with a blin...

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586: Good Grief, Spray Tans,&Scams from 2022-02-03T05:00:25

Today we hear how Susie's mom lost thousands in a scam. Susie bought a spray tanning machine, and Adam had to get university certification to use it. We hear about a woman who got stuck with a blin...

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585: Detective Sarah, Subliminal Messages,&Nervous Sweats from 2022-01-31T05:00:07

Today we hear how Sarah is acclimating to her new snowy lifestyle and why snowboarding is a great first date, but hard on the knees. We discuss how everything we read and learned over the years is ...

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EP585: Detective Sarah, Subliminal Messages,&Nervous Sweats from 2022-01-31T05:00:07

Today we hear how Sarah is acclimating to her new snowy lifestyle and why snowboarding is a great first date, but hard on the knees. We discuss how everything we read and learned over the years is ...

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EP584: Smell-o-Vision, Naked Baby Lawsuit,&Chocolate Chip Comfort from 2022-01-27T05:00

Today we get an update on Sally Rice's recovery, and Sarah is again reminded why she can't be a nurse. We discuss how we make good party guests. We learn the importance of smell, how one man invent...

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584: Smell-o-Vision, Naked Baby Lawsuit,&Chocolate Chip Comfort from 2022-01-27T05:00

Today we get an update on Sally Rice's recovery, and Sarah is again reminded why she can't be a nurse. We discuss how we make good party guests. We learn the importance of smell, how one man invent...

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EP583: Sarah's Cockroach Fiasco, Regrets,&Post-Traumatic Growth from 2022-01-24T05:00

Today we hear a hilarious tale of Sarah battling things that scurry AND mysterious wetness all at once. Her worst nightmare is our collective moment of laughter, so we thank her. We hear how to ext...

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583: Sarah's Cockroach Fiasco, Regrets,&Post-Traumatic Growth from 2022-01-24T05:00

Today we hear a hilarious tale of Sarah battling things that scurry AND mysterious wetness all at once. Her worst nightmare is our collective moment of laughter, so we thank her. We hear how to ext...

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EP582: Frickin Bats, Dust Mite Invasion,&Listener Complaints from 2022-01-20T05:00

Today we discuss why some middle names are chosen a lot for seemingly no reason. We discuss the funny gifts Susie & Sarah gave each other for Christmas. We get a play-by-play of Susie's mom's house...

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582: Frickin Bats, Dust Mite Invasion,&Listener Complaints from 2022-01-20T05:00

Today we discuss why some middle names are chosen a lot for seemingly no reason. We discuss the funny gifts Susie & Sarah gave each other for Christmas. We get a play-by-play of Susie's mom's house...

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EP581: Dr. Death, Hidden Valley Road,&Wheel of Fortune from 2022-01-17T05:00

Today we get an update on Sally Rice and how Sarah is getting a workout and a lesson in empathy. We hear about a surgeon who ruined the lives of his patients due to his own god-complex and psychopa...

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581: Dr. Death, Hidden Valley Road,&Wheel of Fortune from 2022-01-17T05:00

Today we get an update on Sally Rice and how Sarah is getting a workout and a lesson in empathy. We hear about a surgeon who ruined the lives of his patients due to his own god-complex and psychopa...

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EP580: Killer Phone Call, Mob Mentality,&Meaning of Life from 2022-01-13T05:00

Today we hear the craziest story of a phone call Susie got from a murderer. Sarah describes what it's like being a therapist, and why clients tend to fall in love with their therapist. Susie descri...

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580: Killer Phone Call, Mob Mentality,&Meaning of Life from 2022-01-13T05:00

Today we hear the craziest story of a phone call Susie got from a murderer. Sarah describes what it's like being a therapist, and why clients tend to fall in love with their therapist. Susie descri...

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EP579: Sarah's Mom, Marilyn Manson,&Reality TV Business from 2022-01-10T05:00

Today we hear what really happened to Sarah's mom, and why optimism can be very dangerous. We learn why several women have accused Marilyn Manson of abuse and assault, and it has caused Sarah to ha...

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579: Sarah's Mom, Marilyn Manson,&Reality TV Business from 2022-01-10T05:00

Today we hear what really happened to Sarah's mom, and why optimism can be very dangerous. We learn why several women have accused Marilyn Manson of abuse and assault, and it has caused Sarah to ha...

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EP578: Beanie Mania, Fruitcake Fraud,&Love Letters from 2022-01-06T05:00

Today we realize we spoke to soon about some of our predictions or hopes for 2022. We're off to a rocky start. But that's ok. Onward and upward? Susie discusses the Beanie Baby phenomenon of the 19...

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578: Beanie Mania, Fruitcake Fraud,&Love Letters from 2022-01-06T05:00

Today we realize we spoke to soon about some of our predictions or hopes for 2022. We're off to a rocky start. But that's ok. Onward and upward? Susie discusses the Beanie Baby phenomenon of the 19...

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EP577: Searching in 2021, Scams,&Mercury in Retrograde from 2022-01-03T05:00

Happy (?) New Year! We thought we were going to be optimistic again, but apparently we're already bitter three days into 2022. Oopsie daisy. Sarah talks about the admonitions she received about her...

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577: Searching in 2021, Scams,&Mercury in Retrograde from 2022-01-03T05:00

Happy (?) New Year! We thought we were going to be optimistic again, but apparently we're already bitter three days into 2022. Oopsie daisy. Sarah talks about the admonitions she received about her...

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EP576: Kenny G Crush, Stranded Vacation,&Snapped Murders from 2021-12-20T05:00

Today we discuss our show now that another year has passed. Are we in a never-ending time warp?? We hear about a documentary on Kenny G that was surprisingly incredible. We learn why jazz purists h...

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576: Kenny G Crush, Stranded Vacation,&Snapped Murders from 2021-12-20T05:00

Today we discuss our show now that another year has passed. Are we in a never-ending time warp?? We hear about a documentary on Kenny G that was surprisingly incredible. We learn why jazz purists h...

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EP575: Chicken Finger Emergency, Climbers,&Kangaroo Words from 2021-12-16T05:00

Today we hear why there's a chicken finger shortage, and we are panicked. Sarah does a documentary round-up and talks about why she wants to do some climbing challenges. Susie was getting all into ...

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575: Chicken Finger Emergency, Climbers,&Kangaroo Words from 2021-12-16T05:00

Today we hear why there's a chicken finger shortage, and we are panicked. Sarah does a documentary round-up and talks about why she wants to do some climbing challenges. Susie was getting all into ...

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EP574: Breastfeeding Cat, Mind Reading,&Janet Jackson Scandal from 2021-12-13T05:00

Today Susie confronts Sarah about her MIA status on social media, and Sarah claims it has something to do with Helena Bonham Carter. But she did confess to buying *8* pairs of overalls, and Susie h...

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574: Breastfeeding Cat, Mind Reading,&Janet Jackson Scandal from 2021-12-13T05:00

Today Susie confronts Sarah about her MIA status on social media, and Sarah claims it has something to do with Helena Bonham Carter. But she did confess to buying *8* pairs of overalls, and Susie h...

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EP573: Death of the Dad Joke, Stained Sweatpants,&Sad Denial from 2021-12-09T05:00

Today Sarah describes the steps she's taking to perform self-care. Susie asks Sarah if moving to Colorado is her version of cutting bangs. She explains what it's like for her when she sees people w...

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573: Death of the Dad Joke, Stained Sweatpants,&Sad Denial from 2021-12-09T05:00

Today Sarah describes the steps she's taking to perform self-care. Susie asks Sarah if moving to Colorado is her version of cutting bangs. She explains what it's like for her when she sees people w...

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EP572: Challenge Trauma, House of Horrors,&Scared Straight from 2021-12-06T05:00

Today we hear why Susie is fired up about the Challenge, and Sarah was re-traumatized by an episode recently. Susie gives a documentary round-up with commentary on the Beatles' Get Back, The Von Du...

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572: Challenge Trauma, House of Horrors,&Scared Straight from 2021-12-06T05:00

Today we hear why Susie is fired up about the Challenge, and Sarah was re-traumatized by an episode recently. Susie gives a documentary round-up with commentary on the Beatles' Get Back, The Von Du...

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571: Sobriety Sabotage, Childless Women,&Mullet Love from 2021-12-02T05:00

Today's episode is more like a therapy session for Sarah, who has found herself single again. She is grappling with her dating life, whether to use dating apps, and what it's like to be single in h...

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EP571: Sobriety Sabotage, Childless Women,&Mullet Love from 2021-12-02T05:00

Today's episode is more like a therapy session for Sarah, who has found herself single again. She is grappling with her dating life, whether to use dating apps, and what it's like to be single in h...

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570: Penis Rot, Dreams in Crisis,&Blobs of Color from 2021-11-29T05:00

Today's theme is AWHs (accidents waiting to happen) and, well, because there were a lot of accidents that actually happened this week. Susie's brakes in her car stopped working, so she's just glad ...

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EP570: Penis Rot, Dreams in Crisis,&Blobs of Color from 2021-11-29T05:00

Today's theme is AWHs (accidents waiting to happen) and, well, because there were a lot of accidents that actually happened this week. Susie's brakes in her car stopped working, so she's just glad ...

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569: Sex Toy Safety, Jew Face,&Serial Killer Origin Story from 2021-11-22T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah is especially into the autumnal season this year (and Susie is, of course, wearing a turtleneck). We eat our SVU Did It cakes, and regret nothing. We find out why sex to...

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EP569: Sex Toy Safety, Jew Face,&Serial Killer Origin Story from 2021-11-22T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah is especially into the autumnal season this year (and Susie is, of course, wearing a turtleneck). We eat our SVU Did It cakes, and regret nothing. We find out why sex to...

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568: Alabama Snake, TikTok Miracle,&Holiday Weight from 2021-11-18T05:00

Today we hear about people who handle snakes as an expression of their faith and one preacher who used the snakes as a weapon against his wife. We find out why women's pockets are so damn small (wh...

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EP568: Alabama Snake, TikTok Miracle,&Holiday Weight from 2021-11-18T05:00

Today we hear about people who handle snakes as an expression of their faith and one preacher who used the snakes as a weapon against his wife. We find out why women's pockets are so damn small (wh...

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EP567: Saying Yes to Drugs&Toilet Paper Nightmare from 2021-11-15T05:00

Today we get the scoop on Sarah's dangerous liaison in Mexico and why mariachi music might not be as hellish as she thought. Sarah met her twin, and Susie thinks they should have a sitcom. We hear ...

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567: Saying Yes to Drugs&Toilet Paper Nightmare from 2021-11-15T05:00

Today we get the scoop on Sarah's dangerous liaison in Mexico and why mariachi music might not be as hellish as she thought. Sarah met her twin, and Susie thinks they should have a sitcom. We hear ...

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EP566: Detective Sarah, John Wayne Gacy,&Mormon Underwear from 2021-11-11T05:00

Susie shares her thoughts on the Britney Murphy documentary, and Sarah decides she's going to solve her suspicious death. We discuss Caitlyn Jenner's Olympic success, gender-affirming transition, a...

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566: Detective Sarah, John Wayne Gacy,&Mormon Underwear from 2021-11-11T05:00

Susie shares her thoughts on the Britney Murphy documentary, and Sarah decides she's going to solve her suspicious death. We discuss Caitlyn Jenner's Olympic success, gender-affirming transition, a...

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EP565: Tandem Bikes, Dog Poop,&Orange Juice Teeth from 2021-11-08T05:00

Today we realize we have passed up Law & Order in episodes, and we need your help in figuring out how to celebrate. Susie thinks Mark Zuckerberg is soulless and has clones. Sarah reveals how much d...

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565: Tandem Bikes, Dog Poop,&Orange Juice Teeth from 2021-11-08T05:00

Today we realize we have passed up Law & Order in episodes, and we need your help in figuring out how to celebrate. Susie thinks Mark Zuckerberg is soulless and has clones. Sarah reveals how much d...

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EP564: Pop-Tart Lies, Magnet Fishing,&Vienna's OnlyFans from 2021-11-04T04:00

Today we find out why a woman is pissed at Pop-Tarts, and decided to sue Kellogg's to get breakfast justice. Susie explains why there might be more to the lawsuit than just sugary breakfast rage. W...

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564: Pop-Tart Lies, Magnet Fishing,&Vienna's OnlyFans from 2021-11-04T04:00

Today we find out why a woman is pissed at Pop-Tarts, and decided to sue Kellogg's to get breakfast justice. Susie explains why there might be more to the lawsuit than just sugary breakfast rage. W...

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EP563: Hippos are People, Kinky Crows,&Royal Love from 2021-11-01T04:00

Today we hear why Sarah wasn't really into spooky season as much this year, but don't worry, she's still a witch. She describes why her ex made her learn to play an instrument, but she continues to...

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563: Hippos are People, Kinky Crows,&Royal Love from 2021-11-01T04:00

Today we hear why Sarah wasn't really into spooky season as much this year, but don't worry, she's still a witch. She describes why her ex made her learn to play an instrument, but she continues to...

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EP562: Darth Vader's Babysitter, Temporary Tattoos,&"Tic"Tok from 2021-10-28T04:00

Today we discuss why male chefs are venerated, worshipped, and adored, while female chefs are hidden, required to be effortless, and see as instinctual rather than skilled. We discuss the three fin...

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562: Darth Vader's Babysitter, Temporary Tattoos,&"Tic"Tok from 2021-10-28T04:00

Today we discuss why male chefs are venerated, worshipped, and adored, while female chefs are hidden, required to be effortless, and see as instinctual rather than skilled. We discuss the three fin...

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EP561: Take the Money, Feel Your Balls,&Naked Run from 2021-10-25T04:00

Today we realize we used to fat-shame ourselves in our early episodes, and we're relieved we have evolved a bit since then. Sarah describes a roller coaster in Japan that is leaving people w/ spina...

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561: Take the Money, Feel Your Balls,&Naked Run from 2021-10-25T04:00

Today we realize we used to fat-shame ourselves in our early episodes, and we're relieved we have evolved a bit since then. Sarah describes a roller coaster in Japan that is leaving people w/ spina...

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EP560: Chesty Chess Players, Public Shaming,&Toilet Romance from 2021-10-21T04:00

Today we hear about a woman suing GEICO for an STD she got. Sarah was shamed by her doctor over an STD test. We hear about a women's chess tournament that got a sponsorship that raised some eyebrow...

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560: Chesty Chess Players, Public Shaming,&Toilet Romance from 2021-10-21T04:00

Today we hear about a woman suing GEICO for an STD she got. Sarah was shamed by her doctor over an STD test. We hear about a women's chess tournament that got a sponsorship that raised some eyebrow...

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EP559: Bumbling Romeo, Love on the Spectrum,&Tight Jeans from 2021-10-18T04:00

Today we get a recap of Sarah's trip to Colorado where she bit the bullet and joined a dating app. We hear about her date and why it would have been Susie's nightmare. Sarah talks about Love on the...

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559: Bumbling Romeo, Love on the Spectrum,&Tight Jeans from 2021-10-18T04:00

Today we get a recap of Sarah's trip to Colorado where she bit the bullet and joined a dating app. We hear about her date and why it would have been Susie's nightmare. Sarah talks about Love on the...

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EP558: Nazi Lies, Cookie Tin Nostalgia,&Weight Loss Cult from 2021-10-14T04:00

Today we find out why Alanis Morisette is not happy about a documentary coming out about her life (that she participated in). We discuss multiple personality disorder, and why Sarah can relate. Sus...

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558: Nazi Lies, Cookie Tin Nostalgia,&Weight Loss Cult from 2021-10-14T04:00

Today we find out why Alanis Morisette is not happy about a documentary coming out about her life (that she participated in). We discuss multiple personality disorder, and why Sarah can relate. Sus...

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EP557: Live, Laugh, Love, Primal Kink,&Bug Killer from 2021-10-11T04:00

Today we discuss "word art" and hear why Susie & Sarah are not into home decor that includes words. We are living, laughing, and loving, but we don't want it painted all of over our homes. Sarah di...

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557: Live, Laugh, Love, Primal Kink,&Bug Killer from 2021-10-11T04:00

Today we discuss "word art" and hear why Susie & Sarah are not into home decor that includes words. We are living, laughing, and loving, but we don't want it painted all of over our homes. Sarah di...

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EP556: Accidental Sexism, Elvira's Protégée,&Milk Crate Challenge from 2021-10-07T04:00

Today we hear why Sarah is mad at ANOTHER retailer. Susie poses a query about a time when she was "accidentally sexist," and Sarah shows her why it's all about her own childhood. We reveal our most...

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556: Accidental Sexism, Elvira's Protégée,&Milk Crate Challenge from 2021-10-07T04:00

Today we hear why Sarah is mad at ANOTHER retailer. Susie poses a query about a time when she was "accidentally sexist," and Sarah shows her why it's all about her own childhood. We reveal our most...

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EP555: Subtle Bitch, Cactus Thief,&Video Game Life from 2021-10-04T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's missing caterpillar, and hope for a day when it emerges in all its ugly moth glory. Susie realizes she's a huge bitch (not sure how this just occurred to her), but she's...

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555: Subtle Bitch, Cactus Thief,&Video Game Life from 2021-10-04T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's missing caterpillar, and hope for a day when it emerges in all its ugly moth glory. Susie realizes she's a huge bitch (not sure how this just occurred to her), but she's...

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EP554: Paralympic Scandal, Crispy Crunchy,&Tattoos for Tacos from 2021-09-30T04:00

Today we hear about a scandal where people faked intellectual disabilities to compete in the paralympics. We discuss why gay guys love gymnastics, and Sarah provides a comprehensive list for the re...

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554: Paralympic Scandal, Crispy Crunchy,&Tattoos for Tacos from 2021-09-30T04:00

Today we hear about a scandal where people faked intellectual disabilities to compete in the paralympics. We discuss why gay guys love gymnastics, and Sarah provides a comprehensive list for the re...

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553: Challenge Auction, Foot Mystery,&Trauma Confrontation from 2021-09-27T04:00

Today we hear Susie's theory about why Sarah is especially charming, and how anyone can adopt her strategy for being charismatic. We reminisce about "auctions" in the Challenge house, and the stran...

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EP553: Challenge Auction, Foot Mystery,&Trauma Confrontation from 2021-09-27T04:00

Today we hear Susie's theory about why Sarah is especially charming, and how anyone can adopt her strategy for being charismatic. We reminisce about "auctions" in the Challenge house, and the stran...

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EP552: LulaRich, Bird Genius,&Tongue Thrusting from 2021-09-23T04:00

Today we discuss the LulaRich documentary about Lularoe, MLM companies, and the intersection of capitalism and religion. Susie makes Sarah unfollow a famous "inspirational" person on Instagram. Sus...

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552: LulaRich, Bird Genius,&Tongue Thrusting from 2021-09-23T04:00

Today we discuss the LulaRich documentary about Lularoe, MLM companies, and the intersection of capitalism and religion. Susie makes Sarah unfollow a famous "inspirational" person on Instagram. Sus...

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EP551: Van Gogh Immersion, Happy Elephant,&Bears on Trial from 2021-09-20T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is in a zen period (maybe Susie's giggle phase brings Sarah peace?). We discuss an art installation Sarah went to, and why she loved it, but worries about the implicatio...

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551: Van Gogh Immersion, Happy Elephant,&Bears on Trial from 2021-09-20T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is in a zen period (maybe Susie's giggle phase brings Sarah peace?). We discuss an art installation Sarah went to, and why she loved it, but worries about the implicatio...

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EP550: Scandalous Love, Death Row Debate,&Coney Island from 2021-09-16T04:00

Today we find out how Sarah's Amazon boycott and trail training are going. We get an update on the guy who married a doll, and apparently he's moved on with something very...hot. We discuss an ongo...

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550: Scandalous Love, Death Row Debate,&Coney Island from 2021-09-16T04:00

Today we find out how Sarah's Amazon boycott and trail training are going. We get an update on the guy who married a doll, and apparently he's moved on with something very...hot. We discuss an ongo...

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549: Smuckers, Coffee Cups,&Witchy Hot Takes from 2021-09-13T04:00

Today we find out why Susie has the giggles. Bad. And she and sarah have a disagreement about Smuckers jelly of all things. Sarah shares the history of the coffee cup lid, which was strangely an em...

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EP549: Smuckers, Coffee Cups,&Witchy Hot Takes from 2021-09-13T04:00

Today we find out why Susie has the giggles. Bad. And she and sarah have a disagreement about Smuckers jelly of all things. Sarah shares the history of the coffee cup lid, which was strangely an em...

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EP548: Reality TV Consequences, Method Acting,&Natural Celebrity from 2021-09-09T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah's mom thought giving Sarah an all-liver diet would make her smart (and it kind of worked?). Susie and Sarah realize that reality tv had completely different outcomes for...

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548: Reality TV Consequences, Method Acting,&Natural Celebrity from 2021-09-09T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah's mom thought giving Sarah an all-liver diet would make her smart (and it kind of worked?). Susie and Sarah realize that reality tv had completely different outcomes for...

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EP547: Getting Lucky, Creative Inspiration,&Horse Girl from 2021-09-06T04:00

Today we find out how to increase your creativity and create "moments of inspiration," and we're kind of annoyed about the advice. Sarah reveals why she is training for a 15K and Susie does not app...

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547: Getting Lucky, Creative Inspiration,&Horse Girl from 2021-09-06T04:00

Today we find out how to increase your creativity and create "moments of inspiration," and we're kind of annoyed about the advice. Sarah reveals why she is training for a 15K and Susie does not app...

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EP546: Sarah's Sexy Hotel Nightmare, Filet-o-Fish,&Secret Smoking from 2021-09-02T04:00

Today we find out why Susie thinks she's extra lucky these days, but her mom disagrees. We discuss someone who recently trolled Sarah's instagram, but he denies all charges. We learn why female aut...

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546: Sarah's Sexy Hotel Nightmare, Filet-o-Fish,&Secret Smoking from 2021-09-02T04:00

Today we find out why Susie thinks she's extra lucky these days, but her mom disagrees. We discuss someone who recently trolled Sarah's instagram, but he denies all charges. We learn why female aut...

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EP545: Sarah's Nature Romance, Speedwalking&Lesbian Declaration from 2021-08-30T04:00

Today we get the update on Sarah's camping adventure with her new love interest, Barry!  We ask hard-hitting questions like, "where did you go poo?" and "did you smooch?". We find out whether it wa...

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545: Sarah's Nature Romance, Speedwalking&Lesbian Declaration from 2021-08-30T04:00

Today we get the update on Sarah's camping adventure with her new love interest, Barry!  We ask hard-hitting questions like, "where did you go poo?" and "did you smooch?". We find out whether it wa...

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EP544: Reincarnation, Penis Snake,&Sherpa Scandal from 2021-08-23T04:00

Today we hear a full-throated defense from Sarah about she would never join a cult. Susie remains dubious. We learn why Sarah believes in reincarnation, who she was in past lives, and why she think...

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544: Reincarnation, Penis Snake,&Sherpa Scandal from 2021-08-23T04:00

Today we hear a full-throated defense from Sarah about she would never join a cult. Susie remains dubious. We learn why Sarah believes in reincarnation, who she was in past lives, and why she think...

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EP543: Quakers, Bronze Medals,&French Culture Wars from 2021-08-19T04:00

Today we debate whether dreams can be interpreted and whether they're meaningful. Susie talks about a woman who made an incredible astrophysical discovery, but her male mentor got the Nobel Prize f...

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543: Quakers, Bronze Medals,&French Culture Wars from 2021-08-19T04:00

Today we debate whether dreams can be interpreted and whether they're meaningful. Susie talks about a woman who made an incredible astrophysical discovery, but her male mentor got the Nobel Prize f...

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EP542: Challenge TikTok Feedback and Mind/Body Connection from 2021-08-16T04:00

Today we discuss the reaction people had to a recent TikTok Sarah did about Johnny taking the money on Rivals 3. Despite her proclamation that she is fine and dandy and unaffected by those events y...

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542: Challenge TikTok Feedback and Mind/Body Connection from 2021-08-16T04:00

Today we discuss the reaction people had to a recent TikTok Sarah did about Johnny taking the money on Rivals 3. Despite her proclamation that she is fine and dandy and unaffected by those events y...

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EP541: Mike Tyson, Appeal of Chaos,&Influencer Speak from 2021-08-12T04:00

Today we talk about the documentary Dick Johnson is Dead, and the ways that a filmmaker is confronting her dad's mortality. We examine the legacy of Mike Tyson, and how befuddling it is to have a m...

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541: Mike Tyson, Appeal of Chaos,&Influencer Speak from 2021-08-12T04:00

Today we talk about the documentary Dick Johnson is Dead, and the ways that a filmmaker is confronting her dad's mortality. We examine the legacy of Mike Tyson, and how befuddling it is to have a m...

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EP540: Sarah's Romance, Feminine Energy,&Simone Biles from 2021-08-09T04:00

Today we get the best news ever--there's someone in Sarah's life who is getting her motor running, and we are HERE FOR IT! She tells us how they met (on Brain Candy!), why they're connecting on a d...

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540: Sarah's Romance, Feminine Energy,&Simone Biles from 2021-08-09T04:00

Today we get the best news ever--there's someone in Sarah's life who is getting her motor running, and we are HERE FOR IT! She tells us how they met (on Brain Candy!), why they're connecting on a d...

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EP539: Gray Hair Reversal, Bear Terror,&Bezos Rage from 2021-08-05T04:00

Today we discuss Sarah's theory about bathroom habits relating to disposition. Susie describes a short film that made her see her own ablism. We learn about a study that shows even a two week vacat...

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539: Gray Hair Reversal, Bear Terror,&Bezos Rage from 2021-08-05T04:00

Today we discuss Sarah's theory about bathroom habits relating to disposition. Susie describes a short film that made her see her own ablism. We learn about a study that shows even a two week vacat...

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EP538: How Sarah Got Her Groove Back from 2021-08-02T04:00

Today we find out how Sarah is starting to feel more herself, and participated in an unusual ceremony with a Buddhist ritualist to make it official. We discuss her affinity for heart shapes, and wh...

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538: How Sarah Got Her Groove Back from 2021-08-02T04:00

Today we find out how Sarah is starting to feel more herself, and participated in an unusual ceremony with a Buddhist ritualist to make it official. We discuss her affinity for heart shapes, and wh...

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EP537: Reality TV Shame, Resting Bitch Face,&Mystery Packages from 2021-07-29T04:00

Today we find out whether marijuana can actually make you a better athlete (if Sarah is any indication, then the answer is yes!). We learn about very strange mystery packages that showed up across ...

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537: Reality TV Shame, Resting Bitch Face,&Mystery Packages from 2021-07-29T04:00

Today we find out whether marijuana can actually make you a better athlete (if Sarah is any indication, then the answer is yes!). We learn about very strange mystery packages that showed up across ...

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EP536: Uniform Patriarchy, Water Food,&Birds Aren't Real from 2021-07-26T04:00

Today we find out about the makeup discoveries Sarah recently made, and why she was out of the beauty loop. We get very wound up about the Olympics and their uniform rules in women's sports, and Sa...

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536: Uniform Patriarchy, Water Food,&Birds Aren't Real from 2021-07-26T04:00

Today we find out about the makeup discoveries Sarah recently made, and why she was out of the beauty loop. We get very wound up about the Olympics and their uniform rules in women's sports, and Sa...

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EP535: Rent a Friend, Expiration Dates,&Religious Disgust from 2021-07-22T04:00

Today we follow-up on the baby fetish debate, and respond to feedback from a listener. We learn about Williams Syndrome which makes people filled with love for everyone they meet. We discuss a comp...

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535: Rent a Friend, Expiration Dates,&Religious Disgust from 2021-07-22T04:00

Today we follow-up on the baby fetish debate, and respond to feedback from a listener. We learn about Williams Syndrome which makes people filled with love for everyone they meet. We discuss a comp...

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534: Christmas Cards, Cult of Busy-ness,&Women's Parade from 2021-07-19T04:00

Today we find out why women in Ukraine's military wear heels. We learn why people are into dog years, but not cat years. We discuss the cult of busy-ness, and the cultural reasons why appearing bus...

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EP534: Christmas Cards, Cult of Busy-ness,&Women's Parade from 2021-07-19T04:00

Today we find out why women in Ukraine's military wear heels. We learn why people are into dog years, but not cat years. We discuss the cult of busy-ness, and the cultural reasons why appearing bus...

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533: Fat Suits, Google Maps Bereavement,&Bird Paramedics from 2021-07-15T04:00

Today we learn about Hollywoods uncomfortable history with the fat suit. We discuss whether this trend is changing, and why it was such a common plot device. We hear why people are searching Google...

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EP533: Fat Suits, Google Maps Bereavement,&Bird Paramedics from 2021-07-15T04:00

Today we learn about Hollywoods uncomfortable history with the fat suit. We discuss whether this trend is changing, and why it was such a common plot device. We hear why people are searching Google...

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532: Fetish Furniture, Sarah's Vagina, and Modest is Hottest from 2021-07-12T04:00

Today we talk about Sarah's trip to Pittsburgh. She reveals why her competitive nature has decreased in her old age. We find out about an academic journal that wrong a strangely sexual fan fiction ...

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EP532: Fetish Furniture, Sarah's Vagina, and Modest is Hottest from 2021-07-12T04:00

Today we talk about Sarah's trip to Pittsburgh. She reveals why her competitive nature has decreased in her old age. We find out about an academic journal that wrong a strangely sexual fan fiction ...

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531: Suitcase Wheels, Laundry Quandary,&Mirrors from 2021-07-08T04:00

Today we find out what happened on Sarah's blind date. We find out why space travel is more disgusting than we realized, and now Sarah can't become an astronaut. We hear why suitcases didn't have w...

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EP531: Suitcase Wheels, Laundry Quandary,&Mirrors from 2021-07-08T04:00

Today we find out what happened on Sarah's blind date. We find out why space travel is more disgusting than we realized, and now Sarah can't become an astronaut. We hear why suitcases didn't have w...

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EP530: Sarah's Blind Date, Free Britney,&Introverts from 2021-07-05T04:00

A Brainiac set Sarah up on a blind date, and we discuss how she's feeling about and preparing for it. Susie rants about her "invisible labor" of making conversation and her weird resentment towards...

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530: Sarah's Blind Date, Free Britney,&Introverts from 2021-07-05T04:00

A Brainiac set Sarah up on a blind date, and we discuss how she's feeling about and preparing for it. Susie rants about her "invisible labor" of making conversation and her weird resentment towards...

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539: Slip n Slide Shiz, Food Racism,&Telepathic Friends from 2021-06-28T04:00

Today we find out why production was shut down on a network show because of...poo. We hear why some people think the grocery store's ethnic food aisle is racist. We learn how car roofs were origina...

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EP529: Slip n Slide Shiz, Food Racism,&Telepathic Friends from 2021-06-28T04:00

Today we find out why production was shut down on a network show because of...poo. We hear why some people think the grocery store's ethnic food aisle is racist. We learn how car roofs were origina...

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528: Whale Tale, Changing Reality,&Night Pee from 2021-06-24T04:00

Today Sarah revealed that she finally broke down and started watching the Bachelorette. Sure, she doesn't know the name of the bachelorette and refers to the men as "chicken boy," et al, but there'...

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EP528: Whale Tale, Changing Reality,&Night Pee from 2021-06-24T04:00

Today Sarah revealed that she finally broke down and started watching the Bachelorette. Sure, she doesn't know the name of the bachelorette and refers to the men as "chicken boy," et al, but there'...

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527: Hysterical Pregnancy, Feeling Small,&Scissoring from 2021-06-21T04:00

Today we find out about a very real and very weird phenomenon known as Couvade Syndrome, where a man develops pregnancy symptoms while his partner is pregnant. We debate whether this is attention-s...

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EP527: Hysterical Pregnancy, Feeling Small,&Scissoring from 2021-06-21T04:00

Today we find out about a very real and very weird phenomenon known as Couvade Syndrome, where a man develops pregnancy symptoms while his partner is pregnant. We debate whether this is attention-s...

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EP526: Mindful Snack, Hangover Anxiety,&Boomer Bodies from 2021-06-17T04:00

Today Sarah is a live wire--her ADHD is providing energy and emotions, and we're here for it. We find out about another high school yearbook scandal involving the "Senior mosts" or superlatives awa...

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526: Mindful Snack, Hangover Anxiety,&Boomer Bodies from 2021-06-17T04:00

Today Sarah is a live wire--her ADHD is providing energy and emotions, and we're here for it. We find out about another high school yearbook scandal involving the "Senior mosts" or superlatives awa...

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EP525: Talking Dogs, Marriage Pacts,&Crossword Equality from 2021-06-14T04:00

Today we find out about a man whose bride died at the altar, so he married her sister instead (romance is alive!). Find out why people think dogs can talk, and Sarah is ready to train Bo to have so...

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525: Talking Dogs, Marriage Pacts,&Crossword Equality from 2021-06-14T04:00

Today we find out about a man whose bride died at the altar, so he married her sister instead (romance is alive!). Find out why people think dogs can talk, and Sarah is ready to train Bo to have so...

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EP524: Sarah's Invention, Women's Holes,&Dirty John from 2021-06-10T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah has a list of inventions she can't discuss, but will also not invent. We find out about a "big little" farm that is getting things right. Sarah reveals an elevator horro...

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524: Sarah's Invention, Women's Holes,&Dirty John from 2021-06-10T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah has a list of inventions she can't discuss, but will also not invent. We find out about a "big little" farm that is getting things right. Sarah reveals an elevator horro...

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EP523: Slut Text, School Censorship,&Diamonds in Auschwitz from 2021-06-07T04:00

Today we find out about an accidental slut-shaming text that has us WOUND UP. We discuss a public school who decided to censor yearbook pics that they deemed to be too racy because of *gasp* too mu...

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523: Slut Text, School Censorship,&Diamonds in Auschwitz from 2021-06-07T04:00

Today we find out about an accidental slut-shaming text that has us WOUND UP. We discuss a public school who decided to censor yearbook pics that they deemed to be too racy because of *gasp* too mu...

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EP522: Sarah's Vulnerability, Post-Pandemic Dating,&Epiphanies from 2021-06-03T04:00

Today we basically have a therapy session where Susie and Sarah switch roles and Susie offers insight about Sarah's personality, life, and behaviors. We discuss food habits, childhood trauma, and m...

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522: Sarah's Vulnerability, Post-Pandemic Dating,&Epiphanies from 2021-06-03T04:00

Today we basically have a therapy session where Susie and Sarah switch roles and Susie offers insight about Sarah's personality, life, and behaviors. We discuss food habits, childhood trauma, and m...

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EP521: Disgusting Food, Underwater Church,&Cheetos Scam from 2021-05-31T04:00

Today we find out why Susie's ghost left her house. We find out what the Museum of Disgusting Food is all about, and why it might encourage ethnocentrism. Susie describes a town submerged underwate...

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521: Disgusting Food, Underwater Church,&Cheetos Scam from 2021-05-31T04:00

Today we find out why Susie's ghost left her house. We find out what the Museum of Disgusting Food is all about, and why it might encourage ethnocentrism. Susie describes a town submerged underwate...

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EP520: Power of Habit, Parallel Universe,&Being Cheugy from 2021-05-27T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah has been diving in to more wellness habits to combat burnout. She describes how the book The Power of Habit taught her how to become the person she wants to be. She reve...

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711: Power of Habit, Parallel Universe,&Being Cheugy from 2021-05-27T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah has been diving in to more wellness habits to combat burnout. She describes how the book The Power of Habit taught her how to become the person she wants to be. She reve...

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EP519: Chimp Mom, Mountain Confusion,&Drugs for Grown-ups from 2021-05-24T04:00

Today we find out why Susie had an existential crisis over chimpanzees. She explains why liminal spaces like hallways, parking garages, and abandoned Kmarts are all the rage. We learn tips on makin...

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519: Chimp Mom, Mountain Confusion,&Drugs for Grown-ups from 2021-05-24T04:00

Today we find out why Susie had an existential crisis over chimpanzees. She explains why liminal spaces like hallways, parking garages, and abandoned Kmarts are all the rage. We learn tips on makin...

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EP518: Challenge Tweets, Glass Bridges,&Shark Dispute from 2021-05-20T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's late night Challenge tweets and why she has regrets. We discuss why reality tv isn't all it's cracked up to be. Sarah raves about a show that opened her eyes to an under...

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518: Challenge Tweets, Glass Bridges,&Shark Dispute from 2021-05-20T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's late night Challenge tweets and why she has regrets. We discuss why reality tv isn't all it's cracked up to be. Sarah raves about a show that opened her eyes to an under...

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EP517: Jeopardy Racism, Border Dispute,&Color of Colors from 2021-05-17T04:00

It's 5/17 and it's episode 517, so this is bound to be a great episode. We discuss the Jeopardy scandal where a contestant might have used a white power signal, and debate whether it was racism or ...

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517: Jeopardy Racism, Border Dispute,&Color of Colors from 2021-05-17T04:00

It's 5/17 and it's episode 517, so this is bound to be a great episode. We discuss the Jeopardy scandal where a contestant might have used a white power signal, and debate whether it was racism or ...

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EP516: Failures, Big Noses,&Racist Graffiti from 2021-05-13T04:00

Today we find out why 2021 is turning into a year of firsts and failures for Sarah, and she's none too pleased. Susie inquires about Sarah's single life, and if she's ready to start dating again. S...

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516: Failures, Big Noses,&Racist Graffiti from 2021-05-13T04:00

Today we find out why 2021 is turning into a year of firsts and failures for Sarah, and she's none too pleased. Susie inquires about Sarah's single life, and if she's ready to start dating again. S...

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EP515: Mormon Murders, Silent Treatment,&Canadian Tuxedos from 2021-05-10T04:00

Today we discuss the documentary Murder Among the Mormons and the reasons why booksellers are in a weirdly dangerous business. Sarah reveals her love of door-to-door salespeople and religious prose...

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515: Mormon Murders, Silent Treatment,&Canadian Tuxedos from 2021-05-10T04:00

Today we discuss the documentary Murder Among the Mormons and the reasons why booksellers are in a weirdly dangerous business. Sarah reveals her love of door-to-door salespeople and religious prose...

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EP514: Mosquito Nightmare, Scorekeepers,&Side Hustles from 2021-05-06T04:00

Today we heard about Sarah's latest catastrophe and why it was caused by "Wonder Woman syndrome." We discuss why pigeon nests are inspiring us to be thankful for what we have in life. Sarah describ...

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514: Mosquito Nightmare, Scorekeepers,&Side Hustles from 2021-05-06T04:00

Today we heard about Sarah's latest catastrophe and why it was caused by "Wonder Woman syndrome." We discuss why pigeon nests are inspiring us to be thankful for what we have in life. Sarah describ...

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EP513: Heavens Gate Cult, Racist Dancing,&Cow Eyeballs from 2021-05-03T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah regrets using a Val-Pak for a dinner deal. We discuss the biggest art heist in the world, and how somehow it became boring. Susie describes the Heaven's Gate cult, why i...

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513: Heavens Gate Cult, Racist Dancing,&Cow Eyeballs from 2021-05-03T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah regrets using a Val-Pak for a dinner deal. We discuss the biggest art heist in the world, and how somehow it became boring. Susie describes the Heaven's Gate cult, why i...

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EP512: Language of Pleasure, UFOs,&Rod Stewart Armpits from 2021-04-29T04:00

Today Sarah weighs in about the Frank and Cindy documentary. We learn about a new study that gives women the language they need to teach their partner how to be better lovers. Sarah went down a rab...

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512: Language of Pleasure, UFOs,&Rod Stewart Armpits from 2021-04-29T04:00

Today Sarah weighs in about the Frank and Cindy documentary. We learn about a new study that gives women the language they need to teach their partner how to be better lovers. Sarah went down a rab...

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EP511: Nocturnal Binging, World Records,&Card Games from 2021-04-26T04:00

Today we get an update on the naming of Sarah's new duck friends. Sarah reveals why people who binge eat at night are less likely to be team players the next day, and she shares some of her nocturn...

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511: Nocturnal Binging, World Records,&Card Games from 2021-04-26T04:00

Today we get an update on the naming of Sarah's new duck friends. Sarah reveals why people who binge eat at night are less likely to be team players the next day, and she shares some of her nocturn...

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EP510: Nuclear Waste, Jo Van Gogh,&Wikifeet from 2021-04-22T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is worried about her new home thanks to a documentary about a nuclear disaster. Susie reveals why you might be doing more harm than good when you try to "save the bees."...

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510: Nuclear Waste, Jo Van Gogh,&Wikifeet from 2021-04-22T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is worried about her new home thanks to a documentary about a nuclear disaster. Susie reveals why you might be doing more harm than good when you try to "save the bees."...

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EP509: Cruising, Therapy Speak,&Miscarriage Problem from 2021-04-19T04:00

Today we find out about a documentary on the cruise that set sail without realizing there was Covid onboard. We hear why it was so haunting to watch. We also learn why Sarah LOVE cruises (and Susie...

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509: Cruising, Therapy Speak,&Miscarriage Problem from 2021-04-19T04:00

Today we find out about a documentary on the cruise that set sail without realizing there was Covid onboard. We hear why it was so haunting to watch. We also learn why Sarah LOVE cruises (and Susie...

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EP508: Real World Diary, Skateboarding,&Khloe Kardashian. from 2021-04-15T04:00

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 ...

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508: Real World Diary, Skateboarding,&Khloe Kardashian. from 2021-04-15T04:00

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 ...

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507: Bees Emergency, Blockbuster, and Sesame Street from 2021-04-12T04:00

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 abou...

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EP507: Bees Emergency, Blockbuster, and Sesame Street from 2021-04-12T04:00

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 abou...

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EP506: Morbid Curiosity, Therapy,&Sound of Metal from 2021-04-05T04:00

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 ...

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506: Morbid Curiosity, Therapy,&Sound of Metal from 2021-04-05T04:00

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 ...

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EP505: Roller Coaster Love, Instagram Face,&Mermaids from 2021-04-01T04:00

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...

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505: Roller Coaster Love, Instagram Face,&Mermaids from 2021-04-01T04:00

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...

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EP504: Smelly Phones, Bird Tragedy,&Creepy Clown Motel from 2021-03-29T04:00

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...

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504: Smelly Phones, Bird Tragedy,&Creepy Clown Motel from 2021-03-29T04:00

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...

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EP503: Confessionals, Grounding,&Shut Mouths from 2021-03-25T04:00

Today we discuss Sarah's vulnerability, and why she thinks she's able to open up like she does. We hear why Susie grew up in a sharing culture too, but somehow didn't learn how to be vulnerable. Sa...

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503: Confessionals, Grounding,&Shut Mouths from 2021-03-25T04:00

Today we discuss Sarah's vulnerability, and why she thinks she's able to open up like she does. We hear why Susie grew up in a sharing culture too, but somehow didn't learn how to be vulnerable. Sa...

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502: Beer Witches, Dying Dreams,&Imposter Syndrome from 2021-03-22T04:00

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...

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EP502: Beer Witches, Dying Dreams,&Imposter Syndrome from 2021-03-22T04:00

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...

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501: Broken Hearts, Floating,&Regrets from 2021-03-18T04:00

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 S...

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EP501: Broken Hearts, Floating,&Regrets from 2021-03-18T04:00

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 S...

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EP500: We've Only Just Begun--500th Episode Celebration! from 2021-03-15T04:00

Today's the day! Our 500th episode is here, and we are SOOO thankful! What a special achievement, and we couldn't have done it without  you! To celebrate, Sarah made a Best of the Worst Tournament ...

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500: We've Only Just Begun--500th Episode Celebration! from 2021-03-15T04:00

Today's the day! Our 500th episode is here, and we are SOOO thankful! What a special achievement, and we couldn't have done it without  you! To celebrate, Sarah made a Best of the Worst Tournament ...

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EP499: Crocodile Hunter, Paranormal Challenge,&Art Scandal from 2021-03-11T05:00

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...

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499: Crocodile Hunter, Paranormal Challenge,&Art Scandal from 2021-03-11T05:00

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...

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EP498: Lucid Dreams, Telephone Cat,&Loneliness from 2021-03-08T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah is living the Pura Vida, but getting there wasn't easy. We hear how lucid dreamers are able to do math problems in their sleep. We learn about an experiment that turned ...

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498: Lucid Dreams, Telephone Cat,&Loneliness from 2021-03-08T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah is living the Pura Vida, but getting there wasn't easy. We hear how lucid dreamers are able to do math problems in their sleep. We learn about an experiment that turned ...

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EP497: Teacher's Pet, Scream Mystery,&Pole-Dancing Doctor from 2021-03-04T05:00

Today we hear why Sarah has always been teacher's pet, and Susie has, of course, not ever been a teacher's pet. We find out why there is a mystery inscription on Edvard Munch's Scream, and we learn...

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497: Teacher's Pet, Scream Mystery,&Pole-Dancing Doctor from 2021-03-04T05:00

Today we hear why Sarah has always been teacher's pet, and Susie has, of course, not ever been a teacher's pet. We find out why there is a mystery inscription on Edvard Munch's Scream, and we learn...

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EP496: Coochie Finger, Crazy Lawsuits,&Missing Sex Doll from 2021-03-01T05:00

Today we find out about the mysterious disappearance of a sex doll. We debate what could've happened to the pretend girlfriend. Sarah reveals who made the original butt plug, and how it was markete...

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496: Coochie Finger, Crazy Lawsuits,&Missing Sex Doll from 2021-03-01T05:00

Today we find out about the mysterious disappearance of a sex doll. We debate what could've happened to the pretend girlfriend. Sarah reveals who made the original butt plug, and how it was markete...

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EP495: Reality TV Kids, Alphabets,&Dead Presidents from 2021-02-25T05:00

Today we revisit the Framing Britney documentary and the reason society loathes beautiful women. We discuss the doxxing of a paramedic who had an OnlyFans account. Susie describes the strangest TED...

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495: Reality TV Kids, Alphabets,&Dead Presidents from 2021-02-25T05:00

Today we revisit the Framing Britney documentary and the reason society loathes beautiful women. We discuss the doxxing of a paramedic who had an OnlyFans account. Susie describes the strangest TED...

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EP494: Playboy Bunnies, Mt. Everest Rage,&Free Britney from 2021-02-22T05:00

Today we find out about Sarah's secret art collection. Susie discusses life at the Playboy Mansion, and why it's not all it's cracked up to be. We discuss the complexities of paparazzi, fame, and m...

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494: Playboy Bunnies, Mt. Everest Rage,&Free Britney from 2021-02-22T05:00

Today we find out about Sarah's secret art collection. Susie discusses life at the Playboy Mansion, and why it's not all it's cracked up to be. We discuss the complexities of paparazzi, fame, and m...

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EP493: Gorilla Glue, Dental Secrets,&Face Yoga from 2021-02-18T05:00

Today we find out why one thing is still coming between Susie & Sarah. Hear about the woman who mistook Gorilla Glue for hair gel, & it did not end well. Sarah reveals how dentists know you are sex...

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493: Gorilla Glue, Dental Secrets,&Face Yoga from 2021-02-18T05:00

Today we find out why one thing is still coming between Susie & Sarah. Hear about the woman who mistook Gorilla Glue for hair gel, & it did not end well. Sarah reveals how dentists know you are sex...

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EP492: Predator Detection, History of Sex Dolls,&Vajankles from 2021-02-15T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah wants to get to know Rhen better, and she thinks everyone should "interview" their partners. We find out why you should trust your gut when it comes to creeps and predat...

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492: Predator Detection, History of Sex Dolls,&Vajankles from 2021-02-15T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah wants to get to know Rhen better, and she thinks everyone should "interview" their partners. We find out why you should trust your gut when it comes to creeps and predat...

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EP491: Magic of Smell, Recipe Racism,&Spam Call Ethics from 2021-02-11T05:00

Today we discuss the passing of Dustin Diamond aka Screech from Saved By the Bell, and how his career had difficulties and trauma. Susie tells us amazing facts about the ways humans smell, how we'r...

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491: Magic of Smell, Recipe Racism,&Spam Call Ethics from 2021-02-11T05:00

Today we discuss the passing of Dustin Diamond aka Screech from Saved By the Bell, and how his career had difficulties and trauma. Susie tells us amazing facts about the ways humans smell, how we'r...

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EP490: The Aristocrats, Robot Voices,&Lesbian Bars from 2021-02-08T05:00

Today we find out why the Pixar documentary did not sit right with Susie, but a new one helped her see the light at the end of the patriarchal tunnel. We talk about why comedy is so male-dominated,...

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490: The Aristocrats, Robot Voices,&Lesbian Bars from 2021-02-08T05:00

Today we find out why the Pixar documentary did not sit right with Susie, but a new one helped her see the light at the end of the patriarchal tunnel. We talk about why comedy is so male-dominat...

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EP489: Ghost Stories, Baby Bust,&American Skin from 2021-02-04T05:00

Today we get an update on the ghost in Susie's house, and Sarah gives advice on how to make friends with her? We hear about signs from the dead, and how to watch for them. We discuss the surprising...

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489: Ghost Stories, Baby Bust,&American Skin from 2021-02-04T05:00

Today we get an update on the ghost in Susie's house, and Sarah gives advice on how to make friends with her? We hear about signs from the dead, and how to watch for them. We discuss the surprising...

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EP488: Some Kind of Heaven, Aging Goths,&Dream Jobs from 2021-02-01T05:00

Today we hear why Susie's mom is fine with the Biden situation--for now. We debate whether it's strange for kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart to be on Masked Singer. Susie talks about a cool stud...

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488: Some Kind of Heaven, Aging Goths,&Dream Jobs from 2021-02-01T05:00

Today we hear why Susie's mom is fine with the Biden situation--for now. We debate whether it's strange for kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart to be on Masked Singer. Susie talks about a cool stud...

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EP487: Promising Young Woman, Ugly Americans,&Swear Words from 2021-01-28T05:00

Today we hear why Susie & Sarah get embarrassed by music. Sarah gets emotional about the movie Promising Young Woman, and learn why the movie gets it right about sexual assault. We find out the his...

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487: Promising Young Woman, Ugly Americans,&Swear Words from 2021-01-28T05:00

Today we hear why Susie & Sarah get embarrassed by music. Sarah gets emotional about the movie Promising Young Woman, and learn why the movie gets it right about sexual assault. We find out the his...

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EP486: Identical Snowflakes, Sperm Shortage,&North Pole Toxicity from 2021-01-25T05:00

Today Sarah blows Susie's mind when she reveals that scientists have discovered identical snowflakes. Susie discusses the History Channel survival-based show, Alone, and how it reveals the foibles ...

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486: Identical Snowflakes, Sperm Shortage,&North Pole Toxicity from 2021-01-25T05:00

Today Sarah blows Susie's mind when she reveals that scientists have discovered identical snowflakes. Susie discusses the History Channel survival-based show, Alone, and how it reveals the foibles ...

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EP485: Sarah the Karen, Science of Love&the Lost Episode from 2021-01-21T05:00

Today we hear why Sarah is at her wit's end about her living situation and she is getting litigious. We also realized that there's a small chance that Wes might be her landlord. She describes how h...

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485: Sarah the Karen, Science of Love&the Lost Episode from 2021-01-21T05:00

Today we hear why Sarah is at her wit's end about her living situation and she is getting litigious. We also realized that there's a small chance that Wes might be her landlord. She describes how h...

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EP484: Musical Personalities, Bean Dad,&Baby Feud from 2021-01-18T05:00

Today we find out what your musical preference says about your personality. Susie explains recent Twitter drama involving a dad, a can of beans, and people who think he's abusive. And Sarah agrees!...

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484: Musical Personalities, Bean Dad,&Baby Feud from 2021-01-18T05:00

Today we find out what your musical preference says about your personality. Susie explains recent Twitter drama involving a dad, a can of beans, and people who think he's abusive. And Sarah agrees!...

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EP483: Pythagoras's Beans, Deja vu,&Sneeze Danger from 2021-01-14T05:00

Today we hear how Sarah is coping with the death of Alex Trebek, and who she thinks should replace him. We hear her theory about why Ken Jennings is a creep. Sarah reveals why Pythagorus was afraid...

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483: Pythagoras's Beans, Deja vu,&Sneeze Danger from 2021-01-14T05:00

Today we hear how Sarah is coping with the death of Alex Trebek, and who she thinks should replace him. We hear her theory about why Ken Jennings is a creep. Sarah reveals why Pythagorus was afraid...

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EP482: Sexist Serial Killer, Porn Parents,&History of Puzzles from 2021-01-11T05:00

Today we get some documentary recommendations from Susie including one that shows how a serial killer was unstoppable because the cops were sexist. We debate whether one couple should be fined for ...

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482: Sexist Serial Killer, Porn Parents,&History of Puzzles from 2021-01-11T05:00

Today we get some documentary recommendations from Susie including one that shows how a serial killer was unstoppable because the cops were sexist. We debate whether one couple should be fined for ...

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EP481: New Year Babies, 2021 Predictions,&Nostradamus Doom from 2021-01-07T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah is ready for a big change in her life. We learn why sometimes our brains just want to complete patterns, but we think it wants something else. We hear why Susie was touc...

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481: New Year Babies, 2021 Predictions,&Nostradamus Doom from 2021-01-07T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah is ready for a big change in her life. We learn why sometimes our brains just want to complete patterns, but we think it wants something else. We hear why Susie was touc...

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EP480: Cameo Mishaps, Space Spiders,&Dippin' Dots from 2021-01-04T05:00

Today we find out why Smokey Robinson is definitely not Jewish and the Soup Nazi can finally make a living. We hear about a neighbor dispute about the Gilligan's Island theme song. They took spider...

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480: Cameo Mishaps, Space Spiders,&Dippin' Dots from 2021-01-04T05:00

Today we find out why Smokey Robinson is definitely not Jewish and the Soup Nazi can finally make a living. We hear about a neighbor dispute about the Gilligan's Island theme song. They took spider...

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BONUS EPISODE: International Week w/ Larry Brilliant, M.D. from 2020-12-28T05:00

On our final episode of 2020 (thank heavens that's over!) we're posting the audio from our live event at the University of Pittsburgh. We talk with Larry Brilliant, M.D., and epidemiologist who wor...

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EP479: Lady Doctors, Treasure Hunt Closure,&3 Blind Mice from 2020-12-21T05:00

Today we get all wound up about the Wall Street Journal op-ed which told Dr. Jill Biden to drop the "doctor" title even though she has a doctorate. Sarah discusses a humungous spider that some peop...

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479: Lady Doctors, Treasure Hunt Closure,&3 Blind Mice from 2020-12-21T05:00

Today we get all wound up about the Wall Street Journal op-ed which told Dr. Jill Biden to drop the "doctor" title even though she has a doctorate. Sarah discusses a humungous spider that some peop...

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EP478: Susie's Ghost, How to be a Hermit,&Frozen Eyeballs from 2020-12-17T05:00

Today we discuss those dudes who wear shorts no matter how cold it is. Susie reveals why she thinks there's a ghost in her house. We learn why being a hermit might actually bring you closer to God....

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478: Susie's Ghost, How to be a Hermit,&Frozen Eyeballs from 2020-12-17T05:00

Today we discuss those dudes who wear shorts no matter how cold it is. Susie reveals why she thinks there's a ghost in her house. We learn why being a hermit might actually bring you closer to God....

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EP477: Therapist Questions, Sports Cheaters,&Kraft Korner from 2020-12-14T05:00

Today we talk about why reality tv doesn't really feature underdogs. Sarah has a theory about sports, and she's really worked up about it. We discuss how YouTubers are trying to be athletes. Susie ...

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477: Therapist Questions, Sports Cheaters,&Kraft Korner from 2020-12-14T05:00

Today we talk about why reality tv doesn't really feature underdogs. Sarah has a theory about sports, and she's really worked up about it. We discuss how YouTubers are trying to be athletes. Susie ...

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EP476: Real World Mice, Monolith Mystery,&Sledhead from 2020-12-10T05:00

This episode is a must-listen. We are still crying laughing about Sarah's theory for how mice are able to live in "uninhabitable" places on earth and her belief that Susie has created an animal spi...

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476: Real World Mice, Monolith Mystery,&Sledhead from 2020-12-10T05:00

This episode is a must-listen. We are still crying laughing about Sarah's theory for how mice are able to live in "uninhabitable" places on earth and her belief that Susie has created an animal spi...

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EP475: Personality Tests, Christmas Music,&Hot Goss from 2020-12-07T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah's favorite Christmas song got demoted, & she needs your help finding a new one. We discuss the Michael Buble marriage scandal, which Sarah says doesn't surprise her. We ...

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475: Personality Tests, Christmas Music,&Hot Goss from 2020-12-07T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah's favorite Christmas song got demoted, & she needs your help finding a new one. We discuss the Michael Buble marriage scandal, which Sarah says doesn't surprise her. We ...

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474: Pope Porn, Beaver Butt,&Mended Memories from 2020-12-03T05:00

Today we find out why the Pope might be getting frisky on Instagram. Find out why scientists are trying to figure out what England smelled like hundreds of years ago. We celebrate the inductees to ...

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EP474: Pope Porn, Beaver Butt,&Mended Memories from 2020-12-03T05:00

Today we find out why the Pope might be getting frisky on Instagram. Find out why scientists are trying to figure out what England smelled like hundreds of years ago. We celebrate the inductees to ...

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473: Garlic Discrimination, Baby Books,&Munchausen by Internet from 2020-11-30T05:00

Today we get into the Christmas spirit, but Sarah brings a little bah humbug as well. We hear why an American tourist went to prison for leaving a negative TripAdvisor review. Susie shares the hist...

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EP473: Garlic Discrimination, Baby Books,&Munchausen by Internet from 2020-11-30T05:00

Today we get into the Christmas spirit, but Sarah brings a little bah humbug as well. We hear why an American tourist went to prison for leaving a negative TripAdvisor review. Susie shares the hist...

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472: Strong Women, Break-up Advice,&Miss Frizzle from 2020-11-23T05:00

Today we get the scoop about what really happened in Sarah's apartment recently. She discusses some amazing women like Emily Harrington who was the first woman to scale El Capitan in less than one ...

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EP472: Strong Women, Break-up Advice,&Miss Frizzle from 2020-11-23T05:00

Today we get the scoop about what really happened in Sarah's apartment recently. She discusses some amazing women like Emily Harrington who was the first woman to scale El Capitan in less than one ...

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471: Zoodles, Haunted Paintings,&Survival of the Friendliest from 2020-11-19T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah didn't really enjoy SpOoOoOoOoKy season this year. We learn why she went on a new diet, and it's a mixed bag. Susie describes a new 3-D art exhibit to provide a full sen...

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EP471: Zoodles, Haunted Paintings,&Survival of the Friendliest from 2020-11-19T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah didn't really enjoy SpOoOoOoOoKy season this year. We learn why she went on a new diet, and it's a mixed bag. Susie describes a new 3-D art exhibit to provide a full sen...

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470: Husband Training, Creepy Clowns,&Zombies from 2020-11-16T05:00

Today we hear why one woman decided to train her husband as if he were a dolphin, and it somehow worked. We learn what Lori Loughlin's prison is like, and we aren't happy, but for different reasons...

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EP470: Husband Training, Creepy Clowns,&Zombies from 2020-11-16T05:00

Today we hear why one woman decided to train her husband as if he were a dolphin, and it somehow worked. We learn what Lori Loughlin's prison is like, and we aren't happy, but for different reasons...

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469: Airplane Miracle, Dinosaur Buttholes,&Chicken Eggs from 2020-11-12T05:00

Today we hear how Susie was actually excited to talk to someone on an airplane, & why Sarah thinks it was a miracle. We hear how zoom is causing people to feel bad about themselves. We find out how...

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EP469: Airplane Miracle, Dinosaur Buttholes,&Chicken Eggs from 2020-11-12T05:00

Today we hear how Susie was actually excited to talk to someone on an airplane, & why Sarah thinks it was a miracle. We hear how zoom is causing people to feel bad about themselves. We find out how...

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468: Sarah's Karma, White Paint,&Celine Dion from 2020-11-09T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah's apartment is reminding us of Celine Dion. Sarah is preemptively mourning the death of her dog. We hear about Sarah scratching someone's car, & her decision to do the r...

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EP468: Sarah's Karma, White Paint,&Celine Dion from 2020-11-09T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah's apartment is reminding us of Celine Dion. Sarah is preemptively mourning the death of her dog. We hear about Sarah scratching someone's car, & her decision to do the r...

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467: Buried Alive, Baby Shark Cruelty,&Colored Food from 2020-11-05T05:00

Today we learn about a new documentary that made Susie concerned about "basement dwellers." We are delighted by a Nobel Prize winner who found out about his award through a security camera. We disc...

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EP467: Buried Alive, Baby Shark Cruelty,&Colored Food from 2020-11-05T05:00

Today we learn about a new documentary that made Susie concerned about "basement dwellers." We are delighted by a Nobel Prize winner who found out about his award through a security camera. We disc...

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466: Bat Facts, Poo Point,&Cannibal Corpse from 2020-11-02T05:00

Today we hear about why quarantine provided us with a Dickensian A Christmas Story experience. Sarah decided to get back in the ocean after years on land. We learn facts about bats including that s...

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EP466: Bat Facts, Poo Point,&Cannibal Corpse from 2020-11-02T05:00

Today we hear about why quarantine provided us with a Dickensian A Christmas Story experience. Sarah decided to get back in the ocean after years on land. We learn facts about bats including that s...

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465: Vaginal Rejuvenation, Good Graffiti,&Self-Portraits from 2020-10-26T04:00

Today we debate whether all vaginas are beautiful or some of them are floppity sloppity. Susie talks about a new documentary about cryogenics, and we debate whether people should freeze themselves ...

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EP465: Vaginal Rejuvenation, Good Graffiti,&Self-Portraits from 2020-10-26T04:00

Today we debate whether all vaginas are beautiful or some of them are floppity sloppity. Susie talks about a new documentary about cryogenics, and we debate whether people should freeze themselves ...

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464: Pee Plane, Very Gay Painting,&How to Be Liked from 2020-10-22T04:00

Today we discuss an incident on a flight where a man had a very unfortunate side effect to sleeping medication. Sarah teaches us all the steps to get people to like you. We revisit our obsession wi...

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EP464: Pee Plane, Very Gay Painting,&How to Be Liked from 2020-10-22T04:00

Today we discuss an incident on a flight where a man had a very unfortunate side effect to sleeping medication. Sarah teaches us all the steps to get people to like you. We revisit our obsession wi...

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463: Pickle a Day, New Cheese,&Mona Lisa's Hairpin from 2020-10-19T04:00

Today we hear the latest music series Susie is obsessed with. We find out who her newest Pen(itentiary) pal is. We learn why eating a pickle before your next date might help ease your anxiety. Susi...

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EP463: Pickle a Day, New Cheese,&Mona Lisa's Hairpin from 2020-10-19T04:00

Today we hear the latest music series Susie is obsessed with. We find out who her newest Pen(itentiary) pal is. We learn why eating a pickle before your next date might help ease your anxiety. Susi...

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462: Back to Basics, Dog Park Drama,&Brazilian Kiss from 2020-10-15T04:00

Today we find out why Susie is having a "conservative" moment where she wants people to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. Sarah reveals why having just a few plants changes your brain. We fin...

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EP462: Back to Basics, Dog Park Drama,&Brazilian Kiss from 2020-10-15T04:00

Today we find out why Susie is having a "conservative" moment where she wants people to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. Sarah reveals why having just a few plants changes your brain. We fin...

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461: Vision Boards, Life Quakes,&Lego Art from 2020-10-12T04:00

Today we debate the virtues of vision boards, & talk about the type of people who usually enjoy them. Sarah reveals that cats have a dominant hand, & we theorize why the devil that would be necessa...

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EP461: Vision Boards, Life Quakes,&Lego Art from 2020-10-12T04:00

Today we debate the virtues of vision boards, & talk about the type of people who usually enjoy them. Sarah reveals that cats have a dominant hand, & we theorize why the devil that would be necessa...

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460: Heat Tourists, Japanese Cats,&Goosebumps from 2020-10-08T04:00

Today we discuss how we often fall in love w/ the things we end up hating in our partners. We are effusive about our love of British Baking Show, and explain why it's even better than you think. Su...

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EP460: Heat Tourists, Japanese Cats,&Goosebumps from 2020-10-08T04:00

Today we discuss how we often fall in love w/ the things we end up hating in our partners. We are effusive about our love of British Baking Show, and explain why it's even better than you think. Su...

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459: Ticklish Rats, Tree Theft Part 2, SuperReconizers from 2020-10-05T04:00

Today we find out why some researchers won't quit tickling their lab rats, and we have some ethical questions about it. Sarah follows up on her building's dying tree, and how she's made progress on...

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EP459: Ticklish Rats, Tree Theft Part 2, SuperReconizers from 2020-10-05T04:00

Today we find out why some researchers won't quit tickling their lab rats, and we have some ethical questions about it. Sarah follows up on her building's dying tree, and how she's made progress on...

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458: Stripping Down, Real World Rodents,&Monkey Balls from 2020-10-01T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is becoming a nail ASMR artist. We talk about a new tv show for kids where adults are completely naked. Susie describes a new Thai policy of shipping garbage to people. ...

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EP458: Stripping Down, Real World Rodents,&Monkey Balls from 2020-10-01T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is becoming a nail ASMR artist. We talk about a new tv show for kids where adults are completely naked. Susie describes a new Thai policy of shipping garbage to people. ...

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457: Social Dilemma, Python Mom,&Psychic Report from 2020-09-28T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah's Jeopardy obsession is still growing. We discuss the documentary The Social Dilemma, & ways we can disconnect from the Internet. We celebrate the oldest python to lay e...

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EP457: Social Dilemma, Python Mom,&Psychic Report from 2020-09-28T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah's Jeopardy obsession is still growing. We discuss the documentary The Social Dilemma, & ways we can disconnect from the Internet. We celebrate the oldest python to lay e...

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456: Lobster Pee, Banksy Backlash,&My Octopus Teacher from 2020-09-24T04:00

Today we hear why Sarah's recent pie baking somehow made her feet hurt. We discuss the documentary My Octopus Teacher, & why Sarah was both moved & upset by the filmmaker. Sarah reveals a shocking ...

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EP456: Lobster Pee, Banksy Backlash,&My Octopus Teacher from 2020-09-24T04:00

Today we hear why Sarah's recent pie baking somehow made her feet hurt. We discuss the documentary My Octopus Teacher, & why Sarah was both moved & upset by the filmmaker. Sarah reveals a shocking ...

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455: Tree Burglary, Polka King,&Real-life Betty Boop from 2020-09-21T04:00

Sarah has a dilemma involving a tree, & Susie wants her to steal it. Hear about a documentary that gave Susie hope, & another one that made her miss Pennsylvania Polka. We debate whether a professo...

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EP455: Tree Burglary, Polka King,&Real-life Betty Boop from 2020-09-21T04:00

Sarah has a dilemma involving a tree, & Susie wants her to steal it. Hear about a documentary that gave Susie hope, & another one that made her miss Pennsylvania Polka. We debate whether a professo...

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454: Mighty Mice, Physics of Ketchup&Hammocks from 2020-09-17T04:00

Today we hear about muscle mass in space and an experiment being done with mice that we imagine makes them float around the space station (but it probably doesn't). Sarah comes up with a movie idea...

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EP454: Mighty Mice, Physics of Ketchup&Hammocks from 2020-09-17T04:00

Today we hear about muscle mass in space and an experiment being done with mice that we imagine makes them float around the space station (but it probably doesn't). Sarah comes up with a movie idea...

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453: Birds on Opioids, Duck's Butts,&Book Heist from 2020-09-14T04:00

Today we find out why some birds were high on opioids & how it affected their singing. We hear about a new documentary about an amusement park that Susie cannot quit talking about. We learn the sci...

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EP453: Birds on Opioids, Duck's Butts,&Book Heist from 2020-09-14T04:00

Today we find out why some birds were high on opioids & how it affected their singing. We hear about a new documentary about an amusement park that Susie cannot quit talking about. We learn the sci...

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452: Bad Dreams, Puzzle Paranoia,&Magicians Named David from 2020-09-10T04:00

Today Sarah complete blows Susie's mind by revealing an insane fact about puzzles. We are shooketh. We discuss a new development in tennis that has the patriarchy's name all over it. We hear why Mi...

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EP452: Bad Dreams, Puzzle Paranoia,&Magicians Named David from 2020-09-10T04:00

Today Sarah complete blows Susie's mind by revealing an insane fact about puzzles. We are shooketh. We discuss a new development in tennis that has the patriarchy's name all over it. We hear why Mi...

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451: Keg Stands, Science of Boredom,&Gender Neutral Parenting from 2020-09-07T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's keg stand experiences & why it was a one-time thing. Susie stans Guy Fieri again, & questions Sarah's tv viewing expertise. Susie explains the science of boredom, & how ...

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EP451: Keg Stands, Science of Boredom,&Gender Neutral Parenting from 2020-09-07T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's keg stand experiences & why it was a one-time thing. Susie stans Guy Fieri again, & questions Sarah's tv viewing expertise. Susie explains the science of boredom, & how ...

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450: Snake Invasion, Pillow Fight,&Commas Matter from 2020-09-03T04:00

Today we discuss a pillow fight situation in the Rice household. We hear a hilarious misunderstanding that resulted from the omission of a comma. We learn why Guam sounds like a hellscape of snakes...

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EP450: Snake Invasion, Pillow Fight,&Commas Matter from 2020-09-03T04:00

Today we discuss a pillow fight situation in the Rice household. We hear a hilarious misunderstanding that resulted from the omission of a comma. We learn why Guam sounds like a hellscape of snakes...

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449: Sarah's Destiny, YouTube Scandal,&Prison Magic from 2020-08-31T04:00

Sarah reveals her latest obsession that has shown her her "true destiny." We discuss the YouTube family who gave back their adopted son. Susie describes the science of car manufacturing, and reveal...

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EP449: Sarah's Destiny, YouTube Scandal,&Prison Magic from 2020-08-31T04:00

Sarah reveals her latest obsession that has shown her her "true destiny." We discuss the YouTube family who gave back their adopted son. Susie describes the science of car manufacturing, and reveal...

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448: Crossword Crime, Glowing Diary,&Microsoft Genome from 2020-08-27T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah's recent camping trip was life-changing, and why it reminded her to listen to her body. We find out why campgrounds are mostly white spaces, and diversity in camping is ...

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EP448: Crossword Crime, Glowing Diary,&Microsoft Genome from 2020-08-27T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah's recent camping trip was life-changing, and why it reminded her to listen to her body. We find out why campgrounds are mostly white spaces, and diversity in camping is ...

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447: Psychoanalysis, Blockbuster Hotel,&Murder Movie from 2020-08-24T04:00

Today we discuss our time together on reality tv, & why we bonded. We do a psychoanalysis quiz that is spooky in its accuracy. We learn why Sarah wants her partner to be a dolphin (what???). Susie ...

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EP447: Psychoanalysis, Blockbuster Hotel,&Murder Movie from 2020-08-24T04:00

Today we discuss our time together on reality tv, & why we bonded. We do a psychoanalysis quiz that is spooky in its accuracy. We learn why Sarah wants her partner to be a dolphin (what???). Susie ...

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446: Angry Dancing, Itch from Hell,&Eel Mystery from 2020-08-20T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's recent car drama. Susie talks about a woman who had an itch that wouldn't go away, & what it taught us about how mirrors can heal the brain. We hear Susie's surprising r...

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EP446: Angry Dancing, Itch from Hell,&Eel Mystery from 2020-08-20T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's recent car drama. Susie talks about a woman who had an itch that wouldn't go away, & what it taught us about how mirrors can heal the brain. We hear Susie's surprising r...

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445: Child Stars, Success Addicts,&Cotton Candy Miracle from 2020-08-17T04:00

Today we talk about Amy Schumer's documentary on her pregnancy, her husband being on the spectrum, & his feelings about being in her act. We learn why being a child star is so complicated. Susie ta...

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EP445: Child Stars, Success Addicts,&Cotton Candy Miracle from 2020-08-17T04:00

Today we talk about Amy Schumer's documentary on her pregnancy, her husband being on the spectrum, & his feelings about being in her act. We learn why being a child star is so complicated. Susie ta...

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444: Museum Horseplay, Pandemic Depression,&Ghost Writing from 2020-08-13T04:00

Today we talk about what happens to people who damage expensive artwork at museums due to shenanigans, negligence, or human error. Sarah reveals why her phone usage is way down. We find out what mo...

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EP444: Museum Horseplay, Pandemic Depression,&Ghost Writing from 2020-08-13T04:00

Today we talk about what happens to people who damage expensive artwork at museums due to shenanigans, negligence, or human error. Sarah reveals why her phone usage is way down. We find out what mo...

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443: Evangelical Honeymoons, Sexy Doctors,&Chicken Lady from 2020-08-10T04:00

Today we talk about back-to-school season during the pandemic. We are outraged about a study that warned females in the healthcare industry to avoid bikini pics. We find out why nostalgia can help ...

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EP443: Evangelical Honeymoons, Sexy Doctors,&Chicken Lady from 2020-08-10T04:00

Today we talk about back-to-school season during the pandemic. We are outraged about a study that warned females in the healthcare industry to avoid bikini pics. We find out why nostalgia can help ...

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442: 90 Day Fiance, Bathing Rituals,&One-Sided Sex from 2020-08-06T04:00

Today we get the update on Sarah's apartment complex, & let's just say there might be protests. Susie defends her right to call people "losers." Sarah breaks down viral hit, 90 Day Fiance, & shares...

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EP442: 90 Day Fiance, Bathing Rituals,&One-Sided Sex from 2020-08-06T04:00

Today we get the update on Sarah's apartment complex, & let's just say there might be protests. Susie defends her right to call people "losers." Sarah breaks down viral hit, 90 Day Fiance, & shares...

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441: Scream Into the Void, History of the Walkman,&Black Fish from 2020-08-03T04:00

Today we find out how Sarah was accidentally racism, & she shares her feelings about it. We learn about an app that let's you scream into the Icelandic wilderness to destress. Susie shares the hist...

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EP441: Scream Into the Void, History of the Walkman,&Black Fish from 2020-08-03T04:00

Today we find out how Sarah was accidentally racism, & she shares her feelings about it. We learn about an app that let's you scream into the Icelandic wilderness to destress. Susie shares the hist...

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440: Conspiracy Theories, Ice Cream Trucks,&Erased Memories from 2020-07-30T04:00

Today Susie talks about the Wayfair and other conspiracy theories, & explains why she's not really into the "rabbit hole" culture. We learn the history of the ice cream truck (& why it might not be...

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EP440: Conspiracy Theories, Ice Cream Trucks,&Erased Memories from 2020-07-30T04:00

Today Susie talks about the Wayfair and other conspiracy theories, & explains why she's not really into the "rabbit hole" culture. We learn the history of the ice cream truck (& why it might not be...

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439: A Hundred Giants, Fact Plaques,&Sequoia Vowels from 2020-07-27T04:00

Today we get the skinny on Sarah's camping adventure. She describes the many debacles they went through just to get away from this crazy world. She has a run-in with a blow-up mattress, got INSIDE ...

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EP439: A Hundred Giants, Fact Plaques,&Sequoia Vowels from 2020-07-27T04:00

Today we get the skinny on Sarah's camping adventure. She describes the many debacles they went through just to get away from this crazy world. She has a run-in with a blow-up mattress, got INSIDE ...

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438: Hair Plugs, Fish Poop,&Camping Essentials from 2020-07-23T04:00

Today Sarah reveals her camping essentials, & the reason why the small things make life bearable while camping or not. We discuss "anticipatory grief" people are experiencing due to the pandemic. S...

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EP438: Hair Plugs, Fish Poop,&Camping Essentials from 2020-07-23T04:00

Today Sarah reveals her camping essentials, & the reason why the small things make life bearable while camping or not. We discuss "anticipatory grief" people are experiencing due to the pandemic. S...

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437: Reality Nostalgia, Foot Fetshes,&Pee Bread from 2020-07-20T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's drunken 4th of July, & why she's a lightweight. We walk down memory lane about reality tv, when we met on the Ruins, & why we connected. We discuss shows who pay "good b...

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EP437: Reality Nostalgia, Foot Fetshes,&Pee Bread from 2020-07-20T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's drunken 4th of July, & why she's a lightweight. We walk down memory lane about reality tv, when we met on the Ruins, & why we connected. We discuss shows who pay "good b...

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436: Unsolved Mysteries, Flying Snakes,&Dollar Stores from 2020-07-16T04:00

Hear why Sarah is trying to turn her house into a resort (& has become an expert in mixology as a result). Susie is pumped about the return of Unsolved Mysteries. We learn about a study on basketba...

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EP436: Unsolved Mysteries, Flying Snakes,&Dollar Stores from 2020-07-16T04:00

Hear why Sarah is trying to turn her house into a resort (& has become an expert in mixology as a result). Susie is pumped about the return of Unsolved Mysteries. We learn about a study on basketba...

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435: Penis Attachment, Toilet Garden,&Nightstand Snacks from 2020-07-13T04:00

Today we have a whole breakdown of Susie's hatred of whistlers and how Sarah beat the odds and became her friend anyway. Sarah reveals why one man chopped his own penis off, & Susie is VERY insensi...

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EP435: Penis Attachment, Toilet Garden,&Nightstand Snacks from 2020-07-13T04:00

Today we have a whole breakdown of Susie's hatred of whistlers and how Sarah beat the odds and became her friend anyway. Sarah reveals why one man chopped his own penis off, & Susie is VERY insensi...

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434: Flavortown, Couples Therapy,&the Pleasure Gap from 2020-07-09T04:00

Today we find out why one town wants to change their name to Flavortown, & Susie has never been happier. She reveals why she is obsessed w/ Guy Fieri. Learn why "bronies" (men who love My Little Po...

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EP434: Flavortown, Couples Therapy,&the Pleasure Gap from 2020-07-09T04:00

Today we find out why one town wants to change their name to Flavortown, & Susie has never been happier. She reveals why she is obsessed w/ Guy Fieri. Learn why "bronies" (men who love My Little Po...

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433: Into the Wild, Nostalgia,&History of Trash from 2020-07-06T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's elderly problems. We find out why the military is moving a bus out of the Alaskan wilderness. Sarah reveals why nostalgia is not always good for your health. We find out...

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EP433: Into the Wild, Nostalgia,&History of Trash from 2020-07-06T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's elderly problems. We find out why the military is moving a bus out of the Alaskan wilderness. Sarah reveals why nostalgia is not always good for your health. We find out...

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432: Broken Hearts, Poop Pools,&Murder Hornets from 2020-06-29T04:00

Today we talk about murder hornets, & why they need a new PR person. We discuss "street fraternities," & how they are changing the image of gangs. We learn about a camp for differently-abled people...

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EP432: Broken Hearts, Poop Pools,&Murder Hornets from 2020-06-29T04:00

Today we talk about murder hornets, & why they need a new PR person. We discuss "street fraternities," & how they are changing the image of gangs. We learn about a camp for differently-abled people...

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431: Fatphobia, Oedipus Complex,&Pandemic Clowns from 2020-06-25T04:00

Today we discuss whether we look like our voices. We find out why Susie deleted one of our episodes. We celebrate brands changing to combat racism. We find out about the woman who invented rape kit...

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EP431: Fatphobia, Oedipus Complex,&Pandemic Clowns from 2020-06-25T04:00

Today we discuss whether we look like our voices. We find out why Susie deleted one of our episodes. We celebrate brands changing to combat racism. We find out about the woman who invented rape kit...

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430: Cancel Culture, Treasure Hunt Poem,&Snape's Wives from 2020-06-22T04:00

Today we discuss the decision of MTV to fire some cast members of their reality shows for racist tweets. We find out about the "loneliest hot tub" in the world. Susie talks about a poem that had cl...

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EP430: Cancel Culture, Treasure Hunt Poem,&Snape's Wives from 2020-06-22T04:00

Today we discuss the decision of MTV to fire some cast members of their reality shows for racist tweets. We find out about the "loneliest hot tub" in the world. Susie talks about a poem that had cl...

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429: The Return of the Poop Knife, Cave Grave,&Music Haters from 2020-06-18T04:00

Today we get some bad news about plants, & Sarah is not a happy camper. We debate why someone would hate music, & we're still disturbed. Sarah talks about a "science smackdown" about a cave grave p...

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EP429: The Return of the Poop Knife, Cave Grave,&Music Haters from 2020-06-18T04:00

Today we get some bad news about plants, & Sarah is not a happy camper. We debate why someone would hate music, & we're still disturbed. Sarah talks about a "science smackdown" about a cave grave p...

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428: Sarah's Gray Hair, Terrace House,&Cocaine Island from 2020-06-15T04:00

Today we find out that Sarah (gasp!) has a gray hair, & we discuss how she's going to handle this milestone. Susie discusses the suicide of a reality tv participant, & the ways the show facilitated...

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EP428: Sarah's Gray Hair, Terrace House,&Cocaine Island from 2020-06-15T04:00

Today we find out that Sarah (gasp!) has a gray hair, & we discuss how she's going to handle this milestone. Susie discusses the suicide of a reality tv participant, & the ways the show facilitated...

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427: Kings of Pain, Black Inventions,&Race in America from 2020-06-11T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is having bad luck at home again. She talks about her love hate relationship with a show called Kings of Pain where people purposely get bit & stung by creatures. We hea...

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EP427: Kings of Pain, Black Inventions,&Race in America from 2020-06-11T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is having bad luck at home again. She talks about her love hate relationship with a show called Kings of Pain where people purposely get bit & stung by creatures. We hea...

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426: Biosphere 2, Roast Me, Rapping Stroke Victim from 2020-06-08T04:00

Today we discuss Biosphere 2, which was way more involved & fascinating than we realized. Hear why the experiment didn't get respect from their academic community & bananas don't make great wine. W...

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EP426: Biosphere 2, Roast Me, Rapping Stroke Victim from 2020-06-08T04:00

Today we discuss Biosphere 2, which was way more involved & fascinating than we realized. Hear why the experiment didn't get respect from their academic community & bananas don't make great wine. W...

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425: Team Karen, Happy Homes,&Stairwell Poop from 2020-06-04T04:00

Today we discuss the Jeffrey Epstein docu-series, and Sarah reveals why she decided to watch it. We discuss how trauma can change the course of your life. Sarah talks about another scandal in her b...

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EP425: Team Karen, Happy Homes,&Stairwell Poop from 2020-06-04T04:00

Today we discuss the Jeffrey Epstein docu-series, and Sarah reveals why she decided to watch it. We discuss how trauma can change the course of your life. Sarah talks about another scandal in her b...

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424: Self-Help Shame, Mannequin Mayhem,&RIP Buffets from 2020-06-01T04:00

Today we learn why some people might be hiding their love for self-help books, but Sarah has an alternate explanation. We celebrate a man who started a YouTube channel to help people who don't have...

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EP424: Self-Help Shame, Mannequin Mayhem,&RIP Buffets from 2020-06-01T04:00

Today we learn why some people might be hiding their love for self-help books, but Sarah has an alternate explanation. We celebrate a man who started a YouTube channel to help people who don't have...

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423: Psychology of Karaoke, Sexist Cards,&Pants Drunk from 2020-05-28T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is obsessed with rap with "family values," & how it informs her performances. We hear the psychological benefits of karaoke. Susie talks about a study that examined the ...

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EP423: Psychology of Karaoke, Sexist Cards,&Pants Drunk from 2020-05-28T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is obsessed with rap with "family values," & how it informs her performances. We hear the psychological benefits of karaoke. Susie talks about a study that examined the ...

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422: Trial by Media, Wine Hero,&Whitey Bulger from 2020-05-25T04:00

We discuss some drama going on at Sarah's apartment. We find out about the Jenny Jones murder, & debate whether tv producers should be held accountable. Susie talks about the famous drag queen Divi...

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EP422: Trial by Media, Wine Hero,&Whitey Bulger from 2020-05-25T04:00

We discuss some drama going on at Sarah's apartment. We find out about the Jenny Jones murder, & debate whether tv producers should be held accountable. Susie talks about the famous drag queen Divi...

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421: Butthole Robots, Sexual Fantasies,&Erotic Equation from 2020-05-21T04:00

Today we discuss our marijuana-infused episode, & Susie has some follow-up questions. We find out why Sarah is obsessed with Instagram all of the sudden. We discuss the benefits of journaling durin...

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EP421: Butthole Robots, Sexual Fantasies,&Erotic Equation from 2020-05-21T04:00

Today we discuss our marijuana-infused episode, & Susie has some follow-up questions. We find out why Sarah is obsessed with Instagram all of the sudden. We discuss the benefits of journaling durin...

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420: Sarah&Susie Get High On Actual Drugs from 2020-05-18T04:00

Today's the day, people. It's the day we said yes to drugs. We decided to celebrate our 420th episode with some wacky tobacky, ganja, reefer, Mary Jane, pot, weed. You get the idea. Then they attem...

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EP420: Sarah&Susie Get High On Actual Drugs from 2020-05-18T04:00

Today's the day, people. It's the day we said yes to drugs. We decided to celebrate our 420th episode with some wacky tobacky, ganja, reefer, Mary Jane, pot, weed. You get the idea. Then they attem...

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EP419: Sarah's Clone, Secret Love,&Alaskan Bushpeople from 2020-05-14T04:00

Today we find out about a hermit in Maine who didn't talk to another human for over 25 years. Sarah reveals why she is obsessed with Alaskan Bushpeople. We discuss the Secret Love documentary & exp...

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419: Sarah's Clone, Secret Love,&Alaskan Bushpeople from 2020-05-14T04:00

Today we find out about a hermit in Maine who didn't talk to another human for over 25 years. Sarah reveals why she is obsessed with Alaskan Bushpeople. We discuss the Secret Love documentary & exp...

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EP418: Nazis Next Door, Pimple Popping,&Drive-By Jokes from 2020-05-11T04:00

Today we hear why Sarah was shocked by the OJ Simpson movie. Hear about the time we went to a charity event & Sarah made a celebrity faux paus to a famous comedian. Susie talks about the docuseries...

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418: Nazis Next Door, Pimple Popping,&Drive-By Jokes from 2020-05-11T04:00

Today we hear why Sarah was shocked by the OJ Simpson movie. Hear about the time we went to a charity event & Sarah made a celebrity faux paus to a famous comedian. Susie talks about the docuseries...

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EP417: Texting Our Exes, Contagious Dancing,&Life Lessons from 2020-05-07T04:00

Today we find out why time during quarantine is fluid & disorienting. Hear why people in Antarctica are developing their own language. Susie reveals the psychology of why we want to text our exes d...

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417: Texting Our Exes, Contagious Dancing,&Life Lessons from 2020-05-07T04:00

Today we find out why time during quarantine is fluid & disorienting. Hear why people in Antarctica are developing their own language. Susie reveals the psychology of why we want to text our exes d...

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EP416: Psychology of Trolls, Cannibal Rats,&Science of Smells from 2020-05-04T04:00

Today we find out fun facts about turtles & then take a dark turn into hearing why rats are becoming cannibals. Sarah reveals the origin of words that raise more questions than answers. We debate w...

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416: Psychology of Trolls, Cannibal Rats,&Science of Smells from 2020-05-04T04:00

Today we find out fun facts about turtles & then take a dark turn into hearing why rats are becoming cannibals. Sarah reveals the origin of words that raise more questions than answers. We debate w...

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EP415: Challenge Changes, Who Let the Dogs Out?,&Giant Dwarf from 2020-04-30T04:00

Today we hear about a conservative Jewish couple who became the largest distributor of hardcore, gay porn. We find out why Susie is obsessed with knowing who did, in fact, let the dogs out. Sarah r...

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415: Challenge Changes, Who Let the Dogs Out?,&Giant Dwarf from 2020-04-30T04:00

Today we hear about a conservative Jewish couple who became the largest distributor of hardcore, gay porn. We find out why Susie is obsessed with knowing who did, in fact, let the dogs out. Sarah r...

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EP414: Lies We've Told, Ant Colony Role Play,&Hidden Mothers from 2020-04-27T04:00

Today we discuss some of the weird lies we told when we were little, & we analyze what makes us lie. We hear about a Facebook group where members pretend to be ants. COVD-19 has caused the postpone...

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414: Lies We've Told, Ant Colony Role Play,&Hidden Mothers from 2020-04-27T04:00

Today we discuss some of the weird lies we told when we were little, & we analyze what makes us lie. We hear about a Facebook group where members pretend to be ants. COVD-19 has caused the postpone...

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EP413: Sarah's Marijuana, Digital Dress Code,&Good Deeds from 2020-04-23T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's marijuana journey, & why she's a late bud bloomer. We find out why flamingos are freaking adorable, & apparently are our spirit animals. We learn why some lawyers are sh...

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413: Sarah's Marijuana, Digital Dress Code,&Good Deeds from 2020-04-23T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's marijuana journey, & why she's a late bud bloomer. We find out why flamingos are freaking adorable, & apparently are our spirit animals. We learn why some lawyers are sh...

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EP412: Astronaut Training, Fecal Recognition,&Sea Monster from 2020-04-20T04:00

Today we find out why an astrophysicist got magnets stuck up his nose & this is more common than we realized. Sarah reveals why the smell after it rains is soothing & kind of saves the world. We he...

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412: Astronaut Training, Fecal Recognition,&Sea Monster from 2020-04-20T04:00

Today we find out why an astrophysicist got magnets stuck up his nose & this is more common than we realized. Sarah reveals why the smell after it rains is soothing & kind of saves the world. We he...

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EP411: Man w/ 2 Penises, Mountain Man,&Typhoid Mary from 2020-04-16T04:00

Today we discuss a man who was born w/ 2 fully functioning penises. We find out how the hell that all works. We find out why Susie added a new year's resolution in April. We got tips on isolation f...

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411: Man w/ 2 Penises, Mountain Man,&Typhoid Mary from 2020-04-16T04:00

Today we discuss a man who was born w/ 2 fully functioning penises. We find out how the hell that all works. We find out why Susie added a new year's resolution in April. We got tips on isolation f...

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EP410: Mystery Illnesses, Patriarchal Ads,&Bullies from 2020-04-13T04:00

Today we find out the latest thing that annoys Susie, & it's not relatable. We find out fun (?) facts about the body, & why some blind people don't believe they're blind. We hear why the subway in ...

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410: Mystery Illnesses, Patriarchal Ads,&Bullies from 2020-04-13T04:00

Today we find out the latest thing that annoys Susie, & it's not relatable. We find out fun (?) facts about the body, & why some blind people don't believe they're blind. We hear why the subway in ...

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EP409: Thongs, Airplane Boners,&KFC Crocs from 2020-04-09T04:00

Things are getting bonky today on Brain Candy. Sarah fulfills her promise to share the history of the thong, & we also learn a lot about Sisqo. We hear why climbers have been hiding a very strange ...

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409: Thongs, Airplane Boners,&KFC Crocs from 2020-04-09T04:00

Things are getting bonky today on Brain Candy. Sarah fulfills her promise to share the history of the thong, & we also learn a lot about Sisqo. We hear why climbers have been hiding a very strange ...

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EP408: Science of Jealousy, Matterhorn Sports,&Drag Queens from 2020-04-06T04:00

Today on Brain Candy, we find out why kids still think scientists are supposed to be men. Learn how UPS drivers are trained to deal with job hazards. Susie shares the story of a secret cave hidden ...

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408: Science of Jealousy, Matterhorn Sports,&Drag Queens from 2020-04-06T04:00

Today on Brain Candy, we find out why kids still think scientists are supposed to be men. Learn how UPS drivers are trained to deal with job hazards. Susie shares the story of a secret cave hidden ...

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EP407: Tiger King, Love is Blind,&Baby Talk from 2020-04-02T04:00

On today's , we learn three steps to boosting your mood. We break down the appeal of Tiger King, & discuss the psychology of exotic cat owners. Sarah discusses Love is Blind, & shares why she think...

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407: Tiger King, Love is Blind,&Baby Talk from 2020-04-02T04:00

On today's , we learn three steps to boosting your mood. We break down the appeal of Tiger King, & discuss the psychology of exotic cat owners. Sarah discusses Love is Blind, & shares why she think...

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EP406: Crossword Puzzle Patriarchy, Biggie's Belt,&Fake Food from 2020-03-30T04:00

Today on Brain Candy, we hear about a transplant that had unexpected results. We find out the hilarious origin story of Leonard Skinner. Susie reveals why Notorious BIG's belt hangs in an LA office...

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406: Crossword Puzzle Patriarchy, Biggie's Belt,&Fake Food from 2020-03-30T04:00

Today on Brain Candy, we hear about a transplant that had unexpected results. We find out the hilarious origin story of Leonard Skinner. Susie reveals why Notorious BIG's belt hangs in an LA office...

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EP405: Smell the Roses, Millennial Sex,&Reading Pirates from 2020-03-26T04:00

Today we find out why roses can help you learn, & essential oils might actually be...essential? We find out why millennials aren't having sex, but we also discover why Susie & Sarah have very diffe...

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405: Smell the Roses, Millennial Sex,&Reading Pirates from 2020-03-26T04:00

Today we find out why roses can help you learn, & essential oils might actually be...essential? We find out why millennials aren't having sex, but we also discover why Susie & Sarah have very diffe...

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EP404: Realistic Anxiety, Falling Iguanas,&Magic Fruit Cake from 2020-03-23T04:00

On today's Brain Candy podcast, we're talking about realistic anxiety in a time of panic. Hear why iguanas are falling from the sky. We reveal the weirdest gifts we've ever received. Sarah talks ab...

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404: Realistic Anxiety, Falling Iguanas,&Magic Fruit Cake from 2020-03-23T04:00

On today's Brain Candy podcast, we're talking about realistic anxiety in a time of panic. Hear why iguanas are falling from the sky. We reveal the weirdest gifts we've ever received. Sarah talks ab...

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EP403: Child of Rage, Cancelled Collages,&Bag of Snakes from 2020-03-19T04:00

On today's Brain Candy Podcast, we hear about a child who was cured of homicidal tendencies. We debate whether Julianne Hough is crazy. We find out why people are selling pre-made collages, & we're...

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403: Child of Rage, Cancelled Collages,&Bag of Snakes from 2020-03-19T04:00

On today's Brain Candy Podcast, we hear about a child who was cured of homicidal tendencies. We debate whether Julianne Hough is crazy. We find out why people are selling pre-made collages, & we're...

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EP402: Gabriel Fernandez, Culinary Prodigy,&Patriarchal Products from 2020-03-16T04:00

Today we discuss the heartbreaking documentary The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez. We learn of a culinary prodigy who made a Zagat-rated restaurant in his house. We discuss the McMillions heist with M...

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402: Gabriel Fernandez, Culinary Prodigy,&Patriarchal Products from 2020-03-16T04:00

Today we discuss the heartbreaking documentary The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez. We learn of a culinary prodigy who made a Zagat-rated restaurant in his house. We discuss the McMillions heist with M...

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EP401: Talking Dolphin, Orgasmic Movies,&iPhone Villains from 2020-03-12T04:00

Today we discuss our doomsday prep & get real dark because we're like edgy & stuff. We reveal a terrible dog-related mishap that occurred after a recent recording. Susie reveals why you'll never se...

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401: Talking Dolphin, Orgasmic Movies,&iPhone Villains from 2020-03-12T04:00

Today we discuss our doomsday prep & get real dark because we're like edgy & stuff. We reveal a terrible dog-related mishap that occurred after a recent recording. Susie reveals why you'll never se...

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EP400: Our New Hero, Pyramid Code, Magnetic Field Dogs from 2020-03-09T04:00

Today we find out about a woman who makes alcohol out of her own pee. Sarah claims she's being judged by her pharmacist. She also describes a caper she experienced during her move. We hear why dogs...

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400: Our New Hero, Pyramid Code, Magnetic Field Dogs from 2020-03-09T04:00

Today we find out about a woman who makes alcohol out of her own pee. Sarah claims she's being judged by her pharmacist. She also describes a caper she experienced during her move. We hear why dogs...

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EP399: Doomsday Prepping, Sassy Mom Merch,&Penis Heat from 2020-03-05T05:00

Today we discuss human scents, & why they are powerful memories years later. Susie talks about the Jagged Little Pill broadway show & why she was put in Broadway detention. We discuss a video of Ne...

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399: Doomsday Prepping, Sassy Mom Merch,&Penis Heat from 2020-03-05T05:00

Today we discuss human scents, & why they are powerful memories years later. Susie talks about the Jagged Little Pill broadway show & why she was put in Broadway detention. We discuss a video of Ne...

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EP398: Memory Hoarders, Bee Stings,&Airline Drama from 2020-03-02T05:00

Today we discuss hoarding, & how it can come from sentimentality. Sarah uses the bee sting index to tell what parts of the body are most sensitive. Susie discusses the documentary Honeyland, & why ...

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398: Memory Hoarders, Bee Stings,&Airline Drama from 2020-03-02T05:00

Today we discuss hoarding, & how it can come from sentimentality. Sarah uses the bee sting index to tell what parts of the body are most sensitive. Susie discusses the documentary Honeyland, & why ...

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EP397: Killer Dave, The Pharmacist,&Face Tattoos from 2020-02-27T05:00

Today we get the lowdown on Sarah's moving, & how she's copying with the new beginning. We learn the story of Killer Dave's Bread, which is bonkers. Susie watched The Pharmacist on Netflix, & talks...

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397: Killer Dave, The Pharmacist,&Face Tattoos from 2020-02-27T05:00

Today we get the lowdown on Sarah's moving, & how she's copying with the new beginning. We learn the story of Killer Dave's Bread, which is bonkers. Susie watched The Pharmacist on Netflix, & talks...

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EP396: Wrinkles the Clown, Bathroom History,&Steven Tyler from 2020-02-24T05:00

Today we hear about a terrifying clown who harasses kids (& parents love him???). We find out why it's not easy to get your kids to eat veggies when you don't have extra cash. We get the scoop on h...

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396: Wrinkles the Clown, Bathroom History,&Steven Tyler from 2020-02-24T05:00

Today we hear about a terrifying clown who harasses kids (& parents love him???). We find out why it's not easy to get your kids to eat veggies when you don't have extra cash. We get the scoop on h...

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EP395: Car Scam, Confident Cooks,&Crying Plants from 2020-02-20T05:00

Today we find out the ingenious idea Sarah had for clearing out her junk. We discuss shocking new evidence in the Casey Anthony case, & we are shooketh. Sarah talks about a radio contest that ended...

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395: Car Scam, Confident Cooks,&Crying Plants from 2020-02-20T05:00

Today we find out the ingenious idea Sarah had for clearing out her junk. We discuss shocking new evidence in the Casey Anthony case, & we are shooketh. Sarah talks about a radio contest that ended...

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EP394: Testicle Tasting, Sarah's DNA,&Princess Careers from 2020-02-17T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah is a Chia Pet enthusiast. She reveals what all the Disney princesses became when they grew up. Susie makes an amendment to her emoji ban. We find out what unusual object...

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394: Testicle Tasting, Sarah's DNA,&Princess Careers from 2020-02-17T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah is a Chia Pet enthusiast. She reveals what all the Disney princesses became when they grew up. Susie makes an amendment to her emoji ban. We find out what unusual object...

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EP393: Quitting Coffee, Talking Mummy,&Sexy Bananas from 2020-02-13T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah's morning routine has changed, & why she loves a ritual. Susie talks about the magic & mystery of music. Hear why some men are using bananas for sexual purposes. We lear...

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393: Quitting Coffee, Talking Mummy,&Sexy Bananas from 2020-02-13T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah's morning routine has changed, & why she loves a ritual. Susie talks about the magic & mystery of music. Hear why some men are using bananas for sexual purposes. We lear...

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EP392: Mate Traits, Sexual Satisfaction,&Aaron Hernandez from 2020-02-10T05:00

Today we find out what traits people look for in a mate, & why it's different around the world. We get a royal update from our royal correspondent, Susie. Find out why women fake orgasms, & Susie's...

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392: Mate Traits, Sexual Satisfaction,&Aaron Hernandez from 2020-02-10T05:00

Today we find out what traits people look for in a mate, & why it's different around the world. We get a royal update from our royal correspondent, Susie. Find out why women fake orgasms, & Susie's...

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EP391: Atheist Cats, Porn Discrimination,&Alexander Graham Bell from 2020-02-06T05:00

Today we find out about a 97-year-old philosopher who wrote about death, & now changed his mind about the afterlife. We debate why atheists own more cats than church-goers. We find out why a deaf m...

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391: Atheist Cats, Porn Discrimination,&Alexander Graham Bell from 2020-02-06T05:00

Today we find out about a 97-year-old philosopher who wrote about death, & now changed his mind about the afterlife. We debate why atheists own more cats than church-goers. We find out why a deaf m...

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EP390: Royal Drama, Nude Philanthropy,&Dragon Horn from 2020-02-03T05:00

Today we hear about Sarah's goals for 2020. Susie breaks down the royal drama w/ Meghan & Harry. Find out why one woman is getting nude for a good cause. Sarah is worked up about counterfeit beauty...

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390: Royal Drama, Nude Philanthropy,&Dragon Horn from 2020-02-03T05:00

Today we hear about Sarah's goals for 2020. Susie breaks down the royal drama w/ Meghan & Harry. Find out why one woman is getting nude for a good cause. Sarah is worked up about counterfeit beauty...

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EP389: Exclamations, Drugged Spiders,&Transplant Scandal from 2020-01-27T05:00

Today we get an update on snowball crimes. We learn why female scholars don't promote their work. Find out why Susie is banning exclamation points & emojis. We hear why spiders did drugs, & how it ...

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389: Exclamations, Drugged Spiders,&Transplant Scandal from 2020-01-27T05:00

Today we get an update on snowball crimes. We learn why female scholars don't promote their work. Find out why Susie is banning exclamation points & emojis. We hear why spiders did drugs, & how it ...

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EP388: Mission Space, Adrenaline Junkie,&Near Death Experience from 2020-01-23T05:00

Today we discuss Sarah's misadventures in cat-sitting. Susie gives an update on her "badass" theory. We talk about adrenaline, & some of the ways it informs our decisions. We debate whether near-de...

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388: Mission Space, Adrenaline Junkie,&Near Death Experience from 2020-01-23T05:00

Today we discuss Sarah's misadventures in cat-sitting. Susie gives an update on her "badass" theory. We talk about adrenaline, & some of the ways it informs our decisions. We debate whether near-de...

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EP387: Visions, Landlines,&Sleepovers from 2020-01-20T05:00

Today we give the sock industry (aka Big Sock) a piece of our minds. We discuss a documentary called Voyeur where a man peeps on the guests at his motel for 30 years. Hear our thoughts on Don't F*c...

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387: Visions, Landlines,&Sleepovers from 2020-01-20T05:00

Today we give the sock industry (aka Big Sock) a piece of our minds. We discuss a documentary called Voyeur where a man peeps on the guests at his motel for 30 years. Hear our thoughts on Don't F*c...

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EP386: Gay Mafia, Snowball Weapons,&Ok Boomer from 2020-01-13T05:00

Today we craft some theories about who is putting cowboy hats on pigeons. We discuss how the mafia has dropped their ban on gay members. A Wisconsin town banned snowballs, & we have some opinions o...

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386: Gay Mafia, Snowball Weapons,&Ok Boomer from 2020-01-13T05:00

Today we craft some theories about who is putting cowboy hats on pigeons. We discuss how the mafia has dropped their ban on gay members. A Wisconsin town banned snowballs, & we have some opinions o...

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EP385: Highs&Lows, Hen Den,&Human Libary from 2020-01-09T05:00

Find out Susie & Sarah's highs & lows from 2019. Sarah shares some of science's biggest developments last year. We find out why they might be building a "hen den" on the moon (or not). Susie gets c...

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385: Highs&Lows, Hen Den,&Human Libary from 2020-01-09T05:00

Find out Susie & Sarah's highs & lows from 2019. Sarah shares some of science's biggest developments last year. We find out why they might be building a "hen den" on the moon (or not). Susie gets c...

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EP384: Hot Hand, Garbage Truck Love,&Caricatures from 2020-01-06T05:00

Today we find out Sarah's theory about why women love shoes & handbags. We hear how doing drugs helped Sarah love herself more. Susie & Sarah discuss their New Year's resolutions. We learn the scie...

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384: Hot Hand, Garbage Truck Love,&Caricatures from 2020-01-06T05:00

Today we find out Sarah's theory about why women love shoes & handbags. We hear how doing drugs helped Sarah love herself more. Susie & Sarah discuss their New Year's resolutions. We learn the scie...

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EP383: Sarah's Nightmare, Personal Hell,&Animal Sounds from 2019-12-31T22:00

Today we find out why some animals are freakishly loud, & sperm whales are weird. We hear why Donald Duck might be a martian. Sarah reveals her recurring nightmare that raises a lot of questions ab...

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383: Sarah's Nightmare, Personal Hell,&Animal Sounds from 2019-12-31T22:00

Today we find out why some animals are freakishly loud, & sperm whales are weird. We hear why Donald Duck might be a martian. Sarah reveals her recurring nightmare that raises a lot of questions ab...

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EP382: Useless Beauty, Perfect Art,&Ultramarathons from 2019-12-19T05:00

Today we find out about a girl in Mexico who wins ultramarathons, but doesn't seem happy about it. We find out why some beauty is useless & how beauty standards have changed. We learn what science ...

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382: Useless Beauty, Perfect Art,&Ultramarathons from 2019-12-19T05:00

Today we find out about a girl in Mexico who wins ultramarathons, but doesn't seem happy about it. We find out why some beauty is useless & how beauty standards have changed. We learn what science ...

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EP381: Tan Butts, Permafrost Puppy,&Morning Routines from 2019-12-16T05:00

Today we find out why Susie & Sarah are celebrating Howard Stern. Hear why some people are trying to catch some rays on their buttholes. We debate the virtues of being in an exercise biker gang. Su...

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381: Tan Butts, Permafrost Puppy,&Morning Routines from 2019-12-16T05:00

Today we find out why Susie & Sarah are celebrating Howard Stern. Hear why some people are trying to catch some rays on their buttholes. We debate the virtues of being in an exercise biker gang. Su...

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EP380: Say Yes To Drugs, Cancel Culture,&Deadly Dog from 2019-12-12T05:00

Today we're mad at another board game. Find out why people get stressed during the holidays. We debate a new anti-drug message that missed the mark. Susie is thinking about starting cocaine. We dis...

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380: Say Yes To Drugs, Cancel Culture,&Deadly Dog from 2019-12-12T05:00

Today we're mad at another board game. Find out why people get stressed during the holidays. We debate a new anti-drug message that missed the mark. Susie is thinking about starting cocaine. We dis...

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EP379: Topless Stepmom, Picasso's Electrician,&Generation Wealth from 2019-12-09T05:00

Today we find out about a stepmom who got in trouble for walking around her house topless. Susie talks about Picasso's electrician who had acquired 200+ Picasso paintings, & now there's questions a...

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379: Topless Stepmom, Picasso's Electrician,&Generation Wealth from 2019-12-09T05:00

Today we find out about a stepmom who got in trouble for walking around her house topless. Susie talks about Picasso's electrician who had acquired 200+ Picasso paintings, & now there's questions a...

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EP378: Boyfriend Jeans, Revenge Porn,&Paris Syndrome from 2019-12-05T05:00

Today we discuss sexism in fashion, & whether "boyfriend jeans" are patriarchal. We find out the results of Sarah's "badass" poll. Hear why the term "revenge porn" is incorrect. Find out why Susie ...

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378: Boyfriend Jeans, Revenge Porn,&Paris Syndrome from 2019-12-05T05:00

Today we discuss sexism in fashion, & whether "boyfriend jeans" are patriarchal. We find out the results of Sarah's "badass" poll. Hear why the term "revenge porn" is incorrect. Find out why Susie ...

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EP377: Burger King, Sumo Sexism,&Marie Kondo Backlash from 2019-12-02T05:00

Today we hear why Susie went to a farm sanctuary, & is trying to limit her meat consumption, but then the convo devolves into a debate about the best burger. Hear what Taco Bell thinks you should d...

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377: Burger King, Sumo Sexism,&Marie Kondo Backlash from 2019-12-02T05:00

Today we hear why Susie went to a farm sanctuary, & is trying to limit her meat consumption, but then the convo devolves into a debate about the best burger. Hear what Taco Bell thinks you should d...

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EP376: Blurred Lines, Space Cookies,&Mustard Stain Theory from 2019-11-25T05:00

Today we hear the new lyrics to Baby, It's Cold Outside, & we have very strong opinions on them. We find out what Pharrel thinks about Blurred Lines now. We have a very strange bag of dicks mystery...

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376: Blurred Lines, Space Cookies,&Mustard Stain Theory from 2019-11-25T05:00

Today we hear the new lyrics to Baby, It's Cold Outside, & we have very strong opinions on them. We find out what Pharrel thinks about Blurred Lines now. We have a very strange bag of dicks mystery...

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EP375: Mutinous Cat, Soap Opera Effect,&Dopamine Fasting from 2019-11-21T05:00

Today we find out what the response has been since Sarah announced her new man. Susie reveals the perfect pop song according to science. We find out whether boys & girls think about math the same. ...

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375: Mutinous Cat, Soap Opera Effect,&Dopamine Fasting from 2019-11-21T05:00

Today we find out what the response has been since Sarah announced her new man. Susie reveals the perfect pop song according to science. We find out whether boys & girls think about math the same. ...

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EP374: Sex Brain, Shark Dinner Parties,&Anxiety from 2019-11-18T05:00

Today we find out what happens when sex is on the brain. We commiserate about daylight savings & an unruly FedEx deliveryman. We discuss the T.I. scandal with his daughter's virginity. Sarah reveal...

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374: Sex Brain, Shark Dinner Parties,&Anxiety from 2019-11-18T05:00

Today we find out what happens when sex is on the brain. We commiserate about daylight savings & an unruly FedEx deliveryman. We discuss the T.I. scandal with his daughter's virginity. Sarah reveal...

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EP373: Joker, Pancake Brains,&Tooth Takeout from 2019-11-14T05:00

Today we discuss how Joker is inspiring Susie's research on criminals. We discuss an infuriating seminar where women were told their brains are smaller than men's. We hear about a doctor who was se...

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373: Joker, Pancake Brains,&Tooth Takeout from 2019-11-14T05:00

Today we discuss how Joker is inspiring Susie's research on criminals. We discuss an infuriating seminar where women were told their brains are smaller than men's. We hear about a doctor who was se...

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EP372: Sexual Identity, Bullying,&Jesus Saves? from 2019-11-11T05:00

Today we discuss whether should still identify as queer even though she's only dating men. We find out why produce is sitting in warehouses for months before you eat it. Hear why Sarah was bullied ...

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372: Sexual Identity, Bullying,&Jesus Saves? from 2019-11-11T05:00

Today we discuss whether should still identify as queer even though she's only dating men. We find out why produce is sitting in warehouses for months before you eat it. Hear why Sarah was bullied ...

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EP371: Sarah's New Boo, Tell Me Who I Am,&Willful Ignorance from 2019-11-07T05:00

Today we hear about Sarah's new man, and why she's happier than ever. We learn where they met, and what they've been up to lately. Sarah reveals more science on why hugging makes life better. Susie...

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371: Sarah's New Boo, Tell Me Who I Am,&Willful Ignorance from 2019-11-07T05:00

Today we hear about Sarah's new man, and why she's happier than ever. We learn where they met, and what they've been up to lately. Sarah reveals more science on why hugging makes life better. Susie...

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EP370: Greatest Hits Clip Show&Commentary from 2019-11-04T05:00

It's here! Today we go through some of our (and your) favorite clips from the last four years. Hear Sarah cry about Moana. Reminisce about the time Susie got high on a minute amount of pot. Hear th...

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370: Greatest Hits Clip Show&Commentary from 2019-11-04T05:00

It's here! Today we go through some of our (and your) favorite clips from the last four years. Hear Sarah cry about Moana. Reminisce about the time Susie got high on a minute amount of pot. Hear th...

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EP369: Magic Eye Mystery, Enneagram Tests,&Peeping Tom from 2019-10-31T04:00

Today we hear a spooky update to Sarah's obsession w/ lynx. We take the enneagram test and Susie is NOT into it. We find out the difference between narcissism & self-esteem. We hear how one stalker...

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369: Magic Eye Mystery, Enneagram Tests,&Peeping Tom from 2019-10-31T04:00

Today we hear a spooky update to Sarah's obsession w/ lynx. We take the enneagram test and Susie is NOT into it. We find out the difference between narcissism & self-esteem. We hear how one stalker...

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EP368: Linda Suspect, Mac-n-Cheese Man,&Jesus Shoes from 2019-10-28T04:00

Today we find out why Instagram might be the perfect fashion platform. We learn about a man who only eats mac-n-cheese. Susie reveals a strange mystery that might involve the occult & the reason so...

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368: Linda Suspect, Mac-n-Cheese Man,&Jesus Shoes from 2019-10-28T04:00

Today we find out why Instagram might be the perfect fashion platform. We learn about a man who only eats mac-n-cheese. Susie reveals a strange mystery that might involve the occult & the reason so...

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EP367: Bloody Basement, Sarah's Superstition,&Skin Phone from 2019-10-24T04:00

Today we hear the science behind anxiety, & how to avoid it. We debate the recent controversy with Ellen & George W. Bush. Susie tells a story about a family whose basement was flooded w/ blood. He...

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367: Bloody Basement, Sarah's Superstition,&Skin Phone from 2019-10-24T04:00

Today we hear the science behind anxiety, & how to avoid it. We debate the recent controversy with Ellen & George W. Bush. Susie tells a story about a family whose basement was flooded w/ blood. He...

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EP366: Bingo Bandit, Wikipedia Women,&Appendix Nightmare from 2019-10-21T04:00

Today we find out about an unusual flavor of ice cream people are enjoying. We find out why kids are better humans than adults. We find out why Wikipedia is part of the patriarchy. Susie reveals wh...

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366: Bingo Bandit, Wikipedia Women,&Appendix Nightmare from 2019-10-21T04:00

Today we find out about an unusual flavor of ice cream people are enjoying. We find out why kids are better humans than adults. We find out why Wikipedia is part of the patriarchy. Susie reveals wh...

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EP365: Jigsaw Puzzles, State Fairs,&Mental Metaphors from 2019-10-17T04:00

Today we analyze Sarah's frequent rage at retailers. We find out about a man who is making a fortune (?) off of jigsaw puzzles. Susie reveals a shocking way people are getting sick thanks to state ...

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365: Jigsaw Puzzles, State Fairs,&Mental Metaphors from 2019-10-17T04:00

Today we analyze Sarah's frequent rage at retailers. We find out about a man who is making a fortune (?) off of jigsaw puzzles. Susie reveals a shocking way people are getting sick thanks to state ...

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EP364: Stevie Wonder Truthers, Clown Registry,&Ms. Monopoly from 2019-10-14T04:00

We discuss a hilarious conspiracy theory about Stevie Wonder. We learn a shocking statistic about veterinarians and dentists. Susie talks about a woman who quit her job to "spoil" her husband. We d...

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364: Stevie Wonder Truthers, Clown Registry,&Ms. Monopoly from 2019-10-14T04:00

We discuss a hilarious conspiracy theory about Stevie Wonder. We learn a shocking statistic about veterinarians and dentists. Susie talks about a woman who quit her job to "spoil" her husband. We d...

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EP363: Sexy Ladies, Laughter on Call,&Knuckle Sandwiches from 2019-10-10T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's spooky October plans. We debunk the period syncing myth, & Sarah is not happy. Hear why you are probably not going to get arthritis no matter what your mom says. Susie d...

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363: Sexy Ladies, Laughter on Call,&Knuckle Sandwiches from 2019-10-10T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's spooky October plans. We debunk the period syncing myth, & Sarah is not happy. Hear why you are probably not going to get arthritis no matter what your mom says. Susie d...

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EP362: Roller Coaster Woes, Crime Manuals,&Techno Parents from 2019-10-07T04:00

Today we learn a clever parent who figured out how to get his kids to text him back. We debate how amusement parks could innovate to keep our phones safe. We discuss why sexism is bad for men's men...

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362: Roller Coaster Woes, Crime Manuals,&Techno Parents from 2019-10-07T04:00

Today we learn a clever parent who figured out how to get his kids to text him back. We debate how amusement parks could innovate to keep our phones safe. We discuss why sexism is bad for men's men...

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EP361: Dating Life, Wombat Poop,&Bystander Effect from 2019-10-03T04:00

Today we find out the latest on Sarah's dating life, we find out why she's pissed at a Kinko's manager, & she shares TMI about wombat poop. We find out why scientists are celebrating weird discover...

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361: Dating Life, Wombat Poop,&Bystander Effect from 2019-10-03T04:00

Today we find out the latest on Sarah's dating life, we find out why she's pissed at a Kinko's manager, & she shares TMI about wombat poop. We find out why scientists are celebrating weird discover...

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EP360: Semen Explosion, Whale Songs,&Kink Quiz from 2019-09-30T04:00

Find out about an accident at a cow insemination plant that got sticky. Learn why Sarah is into "safe danger" & Susie is kinkier than she thought. Hear what animals in space teach us about morality...

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360: Semen Explosion, Whale Songs,&Kink Quiz from 2019-09-30T04:00

Find out about an accident at a cow insemination plant that got sticky. Learn why Sarah is into "safe danger" & Susie is kinkier than she thought. Hear what animals in space teach us about morality...

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EP359: Moving Corpses, Chess Diet,&Imaginary Friends from 2019-09-26T04:00

Today we get into a chilling discovery scientists made about corpses. Sarah talks about how climate change has revealed a dead body problem. Susie reveals why chess can causes weight loss, & how ch...

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359: Moving Corpses, Chess Diet,&Imaginary Friends from 2019-09-26T04:00

Today we get into a chilling discovery scientists made about corpses. Sarah talks about how climate change has revealed a dead body problem. Susie reveals why chess can causes weight loss, & how ch...

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EP358: Wife Swap, Dirty Dancing,&Freezer Burn from 2019-09-23T04:00

Today we delve deeper into the baseball players who switched lives, & we think we've figured out why it happened. We discuss the peculiarity of people who get married even though they're already ch...

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358: Wife Swap, Dirty Dancing,&Freezer Burn from 2019-09-23T04:00

Today we delve deeper into the baseball players who switched lives, & we think we've figured out why it happened. We discuss the peculiarity of people who get married even though they're already ch...

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EP357: Rape Whistle, Happy Valley,&Library Love from 2019-09-19T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah cannot be trusted with a rape whistle, but it's more hilarious than it sounds. We debate whether people should wear leggings to the gym or if we should be more casual. W...

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357: Rape Whistle, Happy Valley,&Library Love from 2019-09-19T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah cannot be trusted with a rape whistle, but it's more hilarious than it sounds. We debate whether people should wear leggings to the gym or if we should be more casual. W...

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EP356: Work Wives, Millionaire Matchmaker,&Predator's Glossary from 2019-09-16T04:00

Today we hear a list of phrases men use to describe women, & what they really mean. We debate the use of the phrase "work wife," & Sarah has very strong feelings about it. Hear about the "trolley p...

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356: Work Wives, Millionaire Matchmaker,&Predator's Glossary from 2019-09-16T04:00

Today we hear a list of phrases men use to describe women, & what they really mean. We debate the use of the phrase "work wife," & Sarah has very strong feelings about it. Hear about the "trolley p...

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EP355: Nude Pics, Tinder Dating,&Designing Women from 2019-09-12T04:00

Today we debate whether a teacher should be fired for nude pics that were leaked. We find out what Sarah thinks of Tinder, & whether people recognize her from the show. Hear about a female ultramar...

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355: Nude Pics, Tinder Dating,&Designing Women from 2019-09-12T04:00

Today we debate whether a teacher should be fired for nude pics that were leaked. We find out what Sarah thinks of Tinder, & whether people recognize her from the show. Hear about a female ultramar...

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EP354: Mystery Farting, Taxidermy,&Awkwardness from 2019-09-09T04:00

Today we discuss how a mystery fart can reveal your darkest prejudices (& it's hilarious). Hear about a crazy true crime tale from India's Most Wanted. Find out why advertisements can be brilliant,...

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354: Mystery Farting, Taxidermy,&Awkwardness from 2019-09-09T04:00

Today we discuss how a mystery fart can reveal your darkest prejudices (& it's hilarious). Hear about a crazy true crime tale from India's Most Wanted. Find out why advertisements can be brilliant,...

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EP353: Space Crime, Broken Hearts,&Wisdom Teeth from 2019-09-05T04:00

Learn about the first crime committed in space, & how love makes fools of us all. Sarah discusses I Love You, Now Die, about a girl who encouraged her friend to commit suicide. Susie claims there i...

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353: Space Crime, Broken Hearts,&Wisdom Teeth from 2019-09-05T04:00

Learn about the first crime committed in space, & how love makes fools of us all. Sarah discusses I Love You, Now Die, about a girl who encouraged her friend to commit suicide. Susie claims there i...

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EP352: Rotten Bananas, Stop Being Polite,&Charisma Tips from 2019-09-02T04:00

Today Sarah reacts to Johnny Bananas' tweet about her divorce. We celebrate a Heinz ketchup thief, who made good. Hear about a man who was living in the woods by sourcing a trash heap, & why it tau...

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352: Rotten Bananas, Stop Being Polite,&Charisma Tips from 2019-09-02T04:00

Today Sarah reacts to Johnny Bananas' tweet about her divorce. We celebrate a Heinz ketchup thief, who made good. Hear about a man who was living in the woods by sourcing a trash heap, & why it tau...

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EP351: Rascals, Leisure World,&Expecting Triplets from 2019-08-29T04:00

Today we share more of our Nashville adventures including a litterbug that has Sarah worked up. Susie talks about a waterpark tragedy, & we mad about record chasers who sacrifice safety. Hear about...

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351: Rascals, Leisure World,&Expecting Triplets from 2019-08-29T04:00

Today we share more of our Nashville adventures including a litterbug that has Sarah worked up. Susie talks about a waterpark tragedy, & we mad about record chasers who sacrifice safety. Hear about...

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EP350: Balloon ASMR, Fake Outrage,&Albert Einstein Scandal from 2019-08-26T04:00

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 the...

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350: Balloon ASMR, Fake Outrage,&Albert Einstein Scandal from 2019-08-26T04:00

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 the...

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EP349: Food Tattoos, Empty Meditation,&Chock Full o' Nuts from 2019-08-22T04:00

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 d...

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349: Food Tattoos, Empty Meditation,&Chock Full o' Nuts from 2019-08-22T04:00

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 d...

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EP348: Sex Cult, Catholic Cigarettes,&How Not To Be a Dick from 2019-08-19T04:00

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 ...

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348: Sex Cult, Catholic Cigarettes,&How Not To Be a Dick from 2019-08-19T04:00

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 ...

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EP347: Divorce,Graffiti,&Anxiety from 2019-08-15T04:00

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 ...

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347: Divorce,Graffiti,&Anxiety from 2019-08-15T04:00

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 ...

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EP346: Sarah's Angel, Dr. Ruth,&Patriarchy Purses from 2019-08-12T04:00

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 a...

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346: Sarah's Angel, Dr. Ruth,&Patriarchy Purses from 2019-08-12T04:00

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 a...

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EP345: Sarah's News, Swedish Fish,&Dream Burglars from 2019-08-08T04:00

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 br...

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345: Sarah's News, Swedish Fish,&Dream Burglars from 2019-08-08T04:00

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 br...

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EP344: Butt Snorkels, Bloodsicles,&Bathing from 2019-08-05T04:00

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 ...

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344: Butt Snorkels, Bloodsicles,&Bathing from 2019-08-05T04:00

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 ...

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EP343: Eating Contests, Baby Hitler,&Turtle Bras from 2019-08-01T04:00

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 misse...

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343: Eating Contests, Baby Hitler,&Turtle Bras from 2019-08-01T04:00

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 misse...

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EP342: Midlife Crisis, Boys Will Be Boys,&Sushi Fires from 2019-07-29T04:00

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 perpe...

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342: Midlife Crisis, Boys Will Be Boys,&Sushi Fires from 2019-07-29T04:00

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 perpe...

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EP341: Relationship Power, Citizenship Test,&Bob Ross from 2019-07-25T04:00

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 conce...

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341: Relationship Power, Citizenship Test,&Bob Ross from 2019-07-25T04:00

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 conce...

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EP340: Fake Freckles, Bird Uber,&Unhinged Women from 2019-07-22T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is still unemployed, & kind of ok with it. Hear why young people don't like fake influencer culture, & why Sarah is mad about freckle appropriation. Hear about a woman w...

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340: Fake Freckles, Bird Uber,&Unhinged Women from 2019-07-22T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is still unemployed, & kind of ok with it. Hear why young people don't like fake influencer culture, & why Sarah is mad about freckle appropriation. Hear about a woman w...

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EP339: Earthquake Scare, Ball Pits,&Hot Chocolate from 2019-07-18T04:00

Susie & Sarah talk about the earthquake they experienced together & why Sarah was making fun of Susie's pajamas. We learn the history of the ball pitt, & why its origins are scarier than you'd thin...

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339: Earthquake Scare, Ball Pits,&Hot Chocolate from 2019-07-18T04:00

Susie & Sarah talk about the earthquake they experienced together & why Sarah was making fun of Susie's pajamas. We learn the history of the ball pitt, & why its origins are scarier than you'd thin...

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EP338: Jesus's Poop, Bear Mace,&Honesty Test from 2019-07-15T04:00

Today we debate whether Jesus pooped, & learn why scholars think this is an important question. We find out about a new hands-free restaurant, & discuss whether we'd enjoy the experience. We talk a...

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338: Jesus's Poop, Bear Mace,&Honesty Test from 2019-07-15T04:00

Today we debate whether Jesus pooped, & learn why scholars think this is an important question. We find out about a new hands-free restaurant, & discuss whether we'd enjoy the experience. We talk a...

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EP337: Reality TV Sex, Beach Reads,&Sarah's Stalker from 2019-07-11T04:00

Today we talk about a disturbing purchase Susie's husband made. We find out which subgroup is the happiest in America. Sarah reveals why someone made her uncomfortable & she couldn't "stop being po...

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337: Reality TV Sex, Beach Reads,&Sarah's Stalker from 2019-07-11T04:00

Today we talk about a disturbing purchase Susie's husband made. We find out which subgroup is the happiest in America. Sarah reveals why someone made her uncomfortable & she couldn't "stop being po...

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EP336: Sarah's Grave, Emotional Support Animals,&Sex Study from 2019-07-08T04:00

Today we hear why Susie was spooked by a tombstone that was eerily similar to Sarah. Sarah rants about people who annoy her, & we wonder if she is at fault for their behavior. We discuss the need f...

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336: Sarah's Grave, Emotional Support Animals,&Sex Study from 2019-07-08T04:00

Today we hear why Susie was spooked by a tombstone that was eerily similar to Sarah. Sarah rants about people who annoy her, & we wonder if she is at fault for their behavior. We discuss the need f...

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EP335: Cute Aggression, Sea Cucumbers,&Jazzercise from 2019-07-01T04:00

Today we recap Sarah's eventful week staying at Susie's house including a locksmith caper, a wet cat, and a naked escapade.We find out why dogs evolved to please humans, and why we think humans are...

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335: Cute Aggression, Sea Cucumbers,&Jazzercise from 2019-07-01T04:00

Today we recap Sarah's eventful week staying at Susie's house including a locksmith caper, a wet cat, and a naked escapade.We find out why dogs evolved to please humans, and why we think humans are...

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EP334: Virgin Birth, Mediocre Men,&Chernobyl from 2019-06-27T04:00

Today we discuss a controversy over Sarah's recent Instagram post, and why mediocre men can can it. We talk about technology that millennials don't understand. We learn why Sarah is obsessed with C...

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334: Virgin Birth, Mediocre Men,&Chernobyl from 2019-06-27T04:00

Today we discuss a controversy over Sarah's recent Instagram post, and why mediocre men can can it. We talk about technology that millennials don't understand. We learn why Sarah is obsessed with C...

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EP333: Park Rangers, Penis Jar,&Poop Stroke from 2019-06-24T04:00

On today's show, we find out some of the stories from Sarah's national park adventure, & we realize our ultimate man is a park ranger. Susie talks about a famous penis that is currently preserved i...

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333: Park Rangers, Penis Jar,&Poop Stroke from 2019-06-24T04:00

On today's show, we find out some of the stories from Sarah's national park adventure, & we realize our ultimate man is a park ranger. Susie talks about a famous penis that is currently preserved i...

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EP332: Flat Earthers, Cow Blowouts,&Tsunami Warning from 2019-06-20T04:00

Today we talk about flat earthers again because Sarah thinks we should be more forgiving about them being total idiots. We find out what year was the best year, & whether we'd want to go back to a ...

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332: Flat Earthers, Cow Blowouts,&Tsunami Warning from 2019-06-20T04:00

Today we talk about flat earthers again because Sarah thinks we should be more forgiving about them being total idiots. We find out what year was the best year, & whether we'd want to go back to a ...

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EP331: Kink Shaming, Avoiding Plastic,&Library Duty from 2019-06-17T21:27:22

Hear why Susie thinks Sarah was trying to accuse her of "kink shaming" gay people. We find out what it's like to live without plastic. Susie talks about the people who clean up feces & needles off ...

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331: Kink Shaming, Avoiding Plastic,&Library Duty from 2019-06-17T21:27:22

Hear why Susie thinks Sarah was trying to accuse her of "kink shaming" gay people. We find out what it's like to live without plastic. Susie talks about the people who clean up feces & needles off ...

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EP330: Bedbugs, Cooking w/ Millennials,&Dog Murder from 2019-06-13T04:00

On today's show, we hear about an item out of pickup that Susie saw in her neighborhood. We discuss the importance of aftercare for reality tv cast members. Hear why millennials aren't as good in t...

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330: Bedbugs, Cooking w/ Millennials,&Dog Murder from 2019-06-13T04:00

On today's show, we hear about an item out of pickup that Susie saw in her neighborhood. We discuss the importance of aftercare for reality tv cast members. Hear why millennials aren't as good in t...

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EP329: Love Languages, Jeopardy,&Holding Grudges from 2019-06-10T04:00

Today Sarah is discussing Love Languages, & why she thinks they're important. Susie talks about a documentary about The Price is Right, & how passionate people are magic. We discuss the new Jeopard...

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329: Love Languages, Jeopardy,&Holding Grudges from 2019-06-10T04:00

Today Sarah is discussing Love Languages, & why she thinks they're important. Susie talks about a documentary about The Price is Right, & how passionate people are magic. We discuss the new Jeopard...

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EP328: Blurred Lines, Battleaxes,&Free Britney from 2019-06-06T04:00

Today we talk about how mess & success are sometimes strange bedfellows. Sarah updates us about who is called a "genius" & who isn't. Susie updates us about the gendered concept of the phrase "batt...

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328: Blurred Lines, Battleaxes,&Free Britney from 2019-06-06T04:00

Today we talk about how mess & success are sometimes strange bedfellows. Sarah updates us about who is called a "genius" & who isn't. Susie updates us about the gendered concept of the phrase "batt...

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EP327: Pregnancy Scandal, Brain Malfunctions,&Grindr Pics from 2019-06-03T04:00

Today we talk about how boredom can be good for you. We celebrate a "wedding" ceremony in India of a man w/ special needs. Susie found out that some people send butthole pics, & she has some questi...

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327: Pregnancy Scandal, Brain Malfunctions,&Grindr Pics from 2019-06-03T04:00

Today we talk about how boredom can be good for you. We celebrate a "wedding" ceremony in India of a man w/ special needs. Susie found out that some people send butthole pics, & she has some questi...

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EP326: Price of Gold, Mama Drama,&Race Reveal from 2019-05-30T04:00

Today we talk about the Olympic gymnastics scandal and how the sexual abuse was perpetuated. We discuss Beyonce's Homecoming, & Sarah's obsession w/ it. Find out the history of the word mama, & why...

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326: Price of Gold, Mama Drama,&Race Reveal from 2019-05-30T04:00

Today we talk about the Olympic gymnastics scandal and how the sexual abuse was perpetuated. We discuss Beyonce's Homecoming, & Sarah's obsession w/ it. Find out the history of the word mama, & why...

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EP325: Invisible Labor, UFO Sightings,&Horseplay from 2019-05-27T04:00

Today we find out about a hobby that seems a bit odd at first, but is actually pretty frickin amazing. We talk about how financial advice is often sexist. We're enraged about a woman who was denied...

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325: Invisible Labor, UFO Sightings,&Horseplay from 2019-05-27T04:00

Today we find out about a hobby that seems a bit odd at first, but is actually pretty frickin amazing. We talk about how financial advice is often sexist. We're enraged about a woman who was denied...

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EP324: Pooperintendent, Glitter Bombs,&Beesexual Porn from 2019-05-23T04:00

Today we get an update on Susie's Instagram troll. Turns out, he's still a troll. We find out why the Pooperintendent is pissed, & Sarah was right about why he's pooping in public. Sarah talks abou...

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324: Pooperintendent, Glitter Bombs,&Beesexual Porn from 2019-05-23T04:00

Today we get an update on Susie's Instagram troll. Turns out, he's still a troll. We find out why the Pooperintendent is pissed, & Sarah was right about why he's pooping in public. Sarah talks abou...

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EP323: Baby Names, Definition of Beauty,&Vaginal Aging from 2019-05-20T04:00

Today we discuss makeup routines, & how we realized we were elderly. We hear the insane story of how Sarah was conceived, & inadvertently find out one of her sexual turn-ons. We celebrate the new b...

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323: Baby Names, Definition of Beauty,&Vaginal Aging from 2019-05-20T04:00

Today we discuss makeup routines, & how we realized we were elderly. We hear the insane story of how Sarah was conceived, & inadvertently find out one of her sexual turn-ons. We celebrate the new b...

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EP322: Sarah's Self-Love, Marine Life Scandal,&Butts from 2019-05-16T04:00

Today we discuss sex dreams, self-love, & masturbation myths. We celebrate a badass bitch who killed a bobcat with her bare hands. Susie shares the history of aquariums, which is crazier than you'd...

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322: Sarah's Self-Love, Marine Life Scandal,&Butts from 2019-05-16T04:00

Today we discuss sex dreams, self-love, & masturbation myths. We celebrate a badass bitch who killed a bobcat with her bare hands. Susie shares the history of aquariums, which is crazier than you'd...

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EP321: Morbid Curiosity, Superpowers,&Flat Earthers from 2019-05-13T04:00

Today we find out a woman has a superpower that could help save lives. We discuss a brawl Susie had on Instagram, & how it turned into a mansplain situation. Sarah reveals the science behind why we...

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321: Morbid Curiosity, Superpowers,&Flat Earthers from 2019-05-13T04:00

Today we find out a woman has a superpower that could help save lives. We discuss a brawl Susie had on Instagram, & how it turned into a mansplain situation. Sarah reveals the science behind why we...

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EP320: Epidurals, Memory Lane,&Coma Awakening from 2019-05-09T04:00

Today we take a trip down memory lane, & relive a vacation we took to Brazil. We talk about a woman who woke up from a 27 year coma. We find out why women were forced to smile in mental hospitals, ...

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320: Epidurals, Memory Lane,&Coma Awakening from 2019-05-09T04:00

Today we take a trip down memory lane, & relive a vacation we took to Brazil. We talk about a woman who woke up from a 27 year coma. We find out why women were forced to smile in mental hospitals, ...

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EP319: Royal Drama, Tattoo Anxiety,&Exclamations from 2019-05-06T04:00

On today's show we get juicy about the royal family. Sarah explains how tattoos can reveal what anxieties you're struggling with. We talk about feminine & masculine energy, & why you might be commu...

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319: Royal Drama, Tattoo Anxiety,&Exclamations from 2019-05-06T04:00

On today's show we get juicy about the royal family. Sarah explains how tattoos can reveal what anxieties you're struggling with. We talk about feminine & masculine energy, & why you might be commu...

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EP318: The Jinx, Sex in Cars,&Instagram Authenticity from 2019-05-02T04:00

On today's show Susie shares a story about a celebrity sighting with an interesting fashion twist. We talk about a new trend amongst teens to get Instagram content without the phony baloney stuff. ...

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318: The Jinx, Sex in Cars,&Instagram Authenticity from 2019-05-02T04:00

On today's show Susie shares a story about a celebrity sighting with an interesting fashion twist. We talk about a new trend amongst teens to get Instagram content without the phony baloney stuff. ...

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EP317: Mommy Bloggers, Food Quirks,&Meghan Markle from 2019-04-29T04:00

Today Susie freaks us out w/ a story from World War II of a woman who collected very creepy memorabilia. We debate Meghan Markle's decision to have more privacy for her childbirth. We talk about th...

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317: Mommy Bloggers, Food Quirks,&Meghan Markle from 2019-04-29T04:00

Today Susie freaks us out w/ a story from World War II of a woman who collected very creepy memorabilia. We debate Meghan Markle's decision to have more privacy for her childbirth. We talk about th...

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EP316: Superstitions, Sesame Street,&Sarah's Plumbing from 2019-04-25T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is having one heckuva day, & why she's a plumber's dream woman. She talks about her new television obsession, & why it's making her a hypochondriac. We discuss The Act, ...

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316: Superstitions, Sesame Street,&Sarah's Plumbing from 2019-04-25T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah is having one heckuva day, & why she's a plumber's dream woman. She talks about her new television obsession, & why it's making her a hypochondriac. We discuss The Act, ...

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EP315: Reality Convention, Death Predictions,&Murder Mystery from 2019-04-22T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah attended a reality convention, & how much she got paid to do it. We hear about their most embarrassing reality tv related moments. Susie & Sarah predict how they're goin...

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315: Reality Convention, Death Predictions,&Murder Mystery from 2019-04-22T04:00

Today we find out why Sarah attended a reality convention, & how much she got paid to do it. We hear about their most embarrassing reality tv related moments. Susie & Sarah predict how they're goin...

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EP314: Blackhole, Beatles,&Bee Bonanza from 2019-04-18T04:00

Today we talk about the magic of the islands, & why we're getting all hippie dippy. We discuss the blackhold picture, & why it sparked sexism & controversy. We talk about the woman who had bees stu...

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314: Blackhole, Beatles,&Bee Bonanza from 2019-04-18T04:00

Today we talk about the magic of the islands, & why we're getting all hippie dippy. We discuss the blackhold picture, & why it sparked sexism & controversy. We talk about the woman who had bees stu...

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EP313: High Fives, Shen Yun Cult,&Snowplow Parenting from 2019-04-15T04:00

Today Sarah reveals the history of the high-five, & it's so cool it blows Susie's mind. We find out whether the Shen Yun dance troupe is a cult. We debate snowplow parenting, & why it's hard to hol...

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313: High Fives, Shen Yun Cult,&Snowplow Parenting from 2019-04-15T04:00

Today Sarah reveals the history of the high-five, & it's so cool it blows Susie's mind. We find out whether the Shen Yun dance troupe is a cult. We debate snowplow parenting, & why it's hard to hol...

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EP312: Dad Jokes, Gay Conversion Therapy,&Procrastination from 2019-04-11T04:00

Aloha everybody, Susie is back from Hawaii & we are talking about her surf lesson, ukuleles, & risk-taking. We discuss the film Boy Erased, & why gay conversion therapy is so corrosive. We find out...

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312: Dad Jokes, Gay Conversion Therapy,&Procrastination from 2019-04-11T04:00

Aloha everybody, Susie is back from Hawaii & we are talking about her surf lesson, ukuleles, & risk-taking. We discuss the film Boy Erased, & why gay conversion therapy is so corrosive. We find out...

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EP311: Jagged Little Pill, Pet Deaths,&Accidental Racism from 2019-04-08T04:00

Today we are outraged by the Jezebel article claiming Jagged Little Pill isn't a great album. We find out why all of Sarah's pets mysteriously die. We talk about whether we'd ever become cannibals....

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311: Jagged Little Pill, Pet Deaths,&Accidental Racism from 2019-04-08T04:00

Today we are outraged by the Jezebel article claiming Jagged Little Pill isn't a great album. We find out why all of Sarah's pets mysteriously die. We talk about whether we'd ever become cannibals....

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EP310: Heartburn, Creeps on a Plane&Getting to Know Us from 2019-04-04T04:00

Today we celebrate a woman who fought her rapist so vigorously that he looks like he was attacked by a tiger. Hear what Susie has learned from her letters with criminals. Sarah discovers heartburn,...

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310: Heartburn, Creeps on a Plane&Getting to Know Us from 2019-04-04T04:00

Today we celebrate a woman who fought her rapist so vigorously that he looks like he was attacked by a tiger. Hear what Susie has learned from her letters with criminals. Sarah discovers heartburn,...

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EP309: Sarah&Susie's Tips, Tricks,&Hacks from 2019-04-01T04:00

Today we start w/ a very weird debate about people w/ disabilities and their caregivers. It's a lot. We find out why a man was breaking into houses & tickling people's buttholes. We discuss a very ...

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309: Sarah&Susie's Tips, Tricks,&Hacks from 2019-04-01T04:00

Today we start w/ a very weird debate about people w/ disabilities and their caregivers. It's a lot. We find out why a man was breaking into houses & tickling people's buttholes. We discuss a very ...

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EP308: Suing Parents, Gifted Kids,&Sarah's Lifesaver from 2019-03-28T04:00

Today we celebrate a Brain Candy author who completed the Iditarod & discuss a rash of horses dying at a racetrack. We debate the merits of gifted programs, & how some communities see these program...

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308: Suing Parents, Gifted Kids,&Sarah's Lifesaver from 2019-03-28T04:00

Today we celebrate a Brain Candy author who completed the Iditarod & discuss a rash of horses dying at a racetrack. We debate the merits of gifted programs, & how some communities see these program...

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EP307: Karate Kid, Dad Shaming,&Hedonic Treadmill from 2019-03-25T04:00

Today we are talking about all the pop culture Susie missed out on in the 80s due to her family's religion. Hear what classic films she hasn't seen yet. We debate whether Maya Angelou was right to ...

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307: Karate Kid, Dad Shaming,&Hedonic Treadmill from 2019-03-25T04:00

Today we are talking about all the pop culture Susie missed out on in the 80s due to her family's religion. Hear what classic films she hasn't seen yet. We debate whether Maya Angelou was right to ...

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EP306: Surveillance State, Creepy Mentors,&Brits in America from 2019-03-21T04:00

Today we find out why kids in the United States are starting to speak in Brit accents & using British sayings. Sarah reveals why she should do a cover of Baby Shark. We talk about Albert Einstein's...

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306: Surveillance State, Creepy Mentors,&Brits in America from 2019-03-21T04:00

Today we find out why kids in the United States are starting to speak in Brit accents & using British sayings. Sarah reveals why she should do a cover of Baby Shark. We talk about Albert Einstein's...

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EP305: Superpowers, Haunted House,&Deadly Selfies from 2019-03-18T04:00

Today we find out about a man that haunted the house of two young girls, & we are shooketh. We debate artificial intelligence & influencers, & why some people of color are mad. We find out what sup...

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305: Superpowers, Haunted House,&Deadly Selfies from 2019-03-18T04:00

Today we find out about a man that haunted the house of two young girls, & we are shooketh. We debate artificial intelligence & influencers, & why some people of color are mad. We find out what sup...

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EP304: Sarah's Outrage, American Meme,&Intersex Animals from 2019-03-14T04:00

Today we find out why someone yelled at Sarah, & how it ended up benefitting Susie. We talk about a female cyclist who was stopped so the men could get ahead. Susie talks about American Meme, & how...

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305: Sarah's Outrage, American Meme,&Intersex Animals from 2019-03-14T04:00

Today we find out why someone yelled at Sarah, & how it ended up benefitting Susie. We talk about a female cyclist who was stopped so the men could get ahead. Susie talks about American Meme, & how...

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EP303: Leaving Neverland, Studio 54,&Taco Bell Saves the Day from 2019-03-11T04:00

Today we talk about all the documentaries we've been watching lately. We discuss the horrifying Leaving Neverland doc, & Sarah describes what happens in the brain during abuse. We discuss why Studi...

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303: Leaving Neverland, Studio 54,&Taco Bell Saves the Day from 2019-03-11T04:00

Today we talk about all the documentaries we've been watching lately. We discuss the horrifying Leaving Neverland doc, & Sarah describes what happens in the brain during abuse. We discuss why Studi...

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EP302: Girl Scout Cookies, Psychopath Cats,&Lorena Bobbitt from 2019-03-07T05:00

Today we debate the virtues of Girl Scout Cookies, & Sarah makes an argument for why you shouldn't buy them. We talk about the psychopathy of cats. Sarah talks about a teacher who encouraged his st...

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302: Girl Scout Cookies, Psychopath Cats,&Lorena Bobbitt from 2019-03-07T05:00

Today we debate the virtues of Girl Scout Cookies, & Sarah makes an argument for why you shouldn't buy them. We talk about the psychopathy of cats. Sarah talks about a teacher who encouraged his st...

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EP301: It's a Man's World, Libraries,&Charles Dickens from 2019-03-04T05:00

Today Susie is fired up about the dangerous reality of being a woman in a world designed for men. We discuss the age old bag-of-dicks question. We give marriage advice to a listener. Susie shares t...

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301: It's a Man's World, Libraries,&Charles Dickens from 2019-03-04T05:00

Today Susie is fired up about the dangerous reality of being a woman in a world designed for men. We discuss the age old bag-of-dicks question. We give marriage advice to a listener. Susie shares t...

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EP300: Survivor's Sexism, Reality TV Sounds,&Lindsay Lohan's Beach Club from 2019-02-28T05:00

Today we discuss why we changed our hair after being on TV, & why we didn't like being recognized. We talk about a study on Survivor, & why some think the show is sexist. We find out what the most ...

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300: Survivor's Sexism, Reality TV Sounds,&Lindsay Lohan's Beach Club from 2019-02-28T05:00

Today we discuss why we changed our hair after being on TV, & why we didn't like being recognized. We talk about a study on Survivor, & why some think the show is sexist. We find out what the most ...

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EP299: Sarah's Birthday, Topless Laws,&Getting High from 2019-02-25T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah has a good feeling about her birthday. We discuss a strange statue of a US President w/o his shirt. Susie talks about a law that forbids women from showing their nipples...

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299: Sarah's Birthday, Topless Laws,&Getting High from 2019-02-25T05:00

Today we find out why Sarah has a good feeling about her birthday. We discuss a strange statue of a US President w/o his shirt. Susie talks about a law that forbids women from showing their nipples...

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EP298: Inside the Challenge: Your Questions Answered Part 2 from 2019-02-21T05:00

We are continuing our discussion about the Challenge, & answering your questions about the show. We discuss how religion is handled on set, & whether any cast members have openly practiced their fa...

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298: Inside the Challenge: Your Questions Answered Part 2 from 2019-02-21T05:00

We are continuing our discussion about the Challenge, & answering your questions about the show. We discuss how religion is handled on set, & whether any cast members have openly practiced their fa...

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EP297: Racist Fashion, Rebel Love,&Digital Parenting from 2019-02-18T05:00

Today we explore the latest trend in fashion that has everyone from Katy Perry to Prada being accused of racism. Find out Sarah's theory about why this is happening. We discuss a popular video game...

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297: Racist Fashion, Rebel Love,&Digital Parenting from 2019-02-18T05:00

Today we explore the latest trend in fashion that has everyone from Katy Perry to Prada being accused of racism. Find out Sarah's theory about why this is happening. We discuss a popular video game...

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EP296: Ted Bundy, Wine Shenanigans,&Dorm Room Ghost from 2019-02-14T05:00

Today we talk about how you tell someone something awkward. We learn about some mysterious situations. Susie explains why women wait so long at public restrooms & shares a story about winery crazin...

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296: Ted Bundy, Wine Shenanigans,&Dorm Room Ghost from 2019-02-14T05:00

Today we talk about how you tell someone something awkward. We learn about some mysterious situations. Susie explains why women wait so long at public restrooms & shares a story about winery crazin...

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EP295: Stuff We Got Wrong, Regrets,&Trigger Warnings from 2019-02-11T05:00

Today we start w/ a recap of shit we got wrong. We find out why some penguins are getting tummy massages, oysters have ears, & a beetle w/ a loud penis. We discuss our biggest regrets, & what most ...

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295: Stuff We Got Wrong, Regrets,&Trigger Warnings from 2019-02-11T05:00

Today we start w/ a recap of shit we got wrong. We find out why some penguins are getting tummy massages, oysters have ears, & a beetle w/ a loud penis. We discuss our biggest regrets, & what most ...

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EP294: Inside the Challenge--Your Questions Answered from 2019-02-07T05:00

Every so often we like to take your questions about reality tv. Today we hear what really goes on in the "confessionals," whether TJ is in charge of the rules, whether bullying is good gameplay or ...

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294: Inside the Challenge--Your Questions Answered from 2019-02-07T05:00

Every so often we like to take your questions about reality tv. Today we hear what really goes on in the "confessionals," whether TJ is in charge of the rules, whether bullying is good gameplay or ...

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EP293: Sarah's Growing Up, Tattoo Mistakes,&Fear of Bears from 2019-02-04T05:00

We talk about Sarah's birthday, & why she thinks it's going to be a good year. We discuss parent/child relationships, & getting stuck in a rut. Find out what Sarah thinks of Ariana Grande's tattoo....

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293: Sarah's Growing Up, Tattoo Mistakes,&Fear of Bears from 2019-02-04T05:00

We talk about Sarah's birthday, & why she thinks it's going to be a good year. We discuss parent/child relationships, & getting stuck in a rut. Find out what Sarah thinks of Ariana Grande's tattoo....

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EP292: Gas Station Fear, Razor Scandal,&Compassionate Deception from 2019-01-31T05:00

Today we talk about a thread Susie read about why women hate to stop for gas. We talk about the Fyre fest Netflix doc, & why people fall for things. We talk about why millennials are drawn to minim...

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292: Gas Station Fear, Razor Scandal,&Compassionate Deception from 2019-01-31T05:00

Today we talk about a thread Susie read about why women hate to stop for gas. We talk about the Fyre fest Netflix doc, & why people fall for things. We talk about why millennials are drawn to minim...

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EP291: Tidying Up, Nude Dining,&Lefties Unite from 2019-01-28T05:00

Today we're talking about Marie Kondo, & find out what part of Tidying Up Susie is not into. Plus, we debate whether books should be purged or hoarded. We talk about a crazy documentary Susie saw t...

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291: Tidying Up, Nude Dining,&Lefties Unite from 2019-01-28T05:00

Today we're talking about Marie Kondo, & find out what part of Tidying Up Susie is not into. Plus, we debate whether books should be purged or hoarded. We talk about a crazy documentary Susie saw t...

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EP290: Porn Data, Why Diets Don't Work,&Tech Bros from 2019-01-24T05:00

Today we find out why porn data is skewed to highlight preferences of the few. We discuss a trend where parents are going to school to each lunch w/ their kids. Sarah explains the history of manual...

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290: Porn Data, Why Diets Don't Work,&Tech Bros from 2019-01-24T05:00

Today we find out why porn data is skewed to highlight preferences of the few. We discuss a trend where parents are going to school to each lunch w/ their kids. Sarah explains the history of manual...

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EP289: Risky Women, Instagram Scam,&Sarah's Snail from 2019-01-21T05:00

Today Sarah talks about a crow who gives gifts to a girl, & they're better than the gifts actual humans give. We talk about the schadenfreude of the Fyre Festival, & the joy of people getting what ...

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289: Risky Women, Instagram Scam,&Sarah's Snail from 2019-01-21T05:00

Today Sarah talks about a crow who gives gifts to a girl, & they're better than the gifts actual humans give. We talk about the schadenfreude of the Fyre Festival, & the joy of people getting what ...

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EP288: Millennial Burnout, Mistaken Identity,&Male Trivial Pursuit from 2019-01-17T05:00

Today we talk about an article on Buzzfeed about alleged millennial burnout & why leisure is gendered. We hear from a brainiac about a case of mistaken identity in Canada. Find out about a 90-year-...

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288: Millennial Burnout, Mistaken Identity,&Male Trivial Pursuit from 2019-01-17T05:00

Today we talk about an article on Buzzfeed about alleged millennial burnout & why leisure is gendered. We hear from a brainiac about a case of mistaken identity in Canada. Find out about a 90-year-...

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EP287: Temper Tantrums, Sweet Revenge,&Doorbell Licking from 2019-01-14T05:00

Today we talk about why kids throw tantrums, & how it applies to all of us (but especially if you've ever done a Challenge). We are outraged about a woman who was assaulted while in a vegetative st...

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287: Temper Tantrums, Sweet Revenge,&Doorbell Licking from 2019-01-14T05:00

Today we talk about why kids throw tantrums, & how it applies to all of us (but especially if you've ever done a Challenge). We are outraged about a woman who was assaulted while in a vegetative st...

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EP286: Sarah's Rant, Glitter Bomb,&High Drama from 2019-01-10T05:00

Today Sarah is worked up about a man who did work at her house, & she had to "stop being polite." Susie gives the scoop on glitter, & we find out there's more to it than you'd think. We debate DNA ...

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286: Sarah's Rant, Glitter Bomb,&High Drama from 2019-01-10T05:00

Today Sarah is worked up about a man who did work at her house, & she had to "stop being polite." Susie gives the scoop on glitter, & we find out there's more to it than you'd think. We debate DNA ...

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EP285: Kissing, Boobs,&Worst Movie Ever from 2019-01-07T05:00

Today we discuss a device that lets you kiss someone through your phone (& why it's disgusting). We find out theories on why we have boobs. Susie talks about a scandal involving Hershey's kisses, &...

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285: Kissing, Boobs,&Worst Movie Ever from 2019-01-07T05:00

Today we discuss a device that lets you kiss someone through your phone (& why it's disgusting). We find out theories on why we have boobs. Susie talks about a scandal involving Hershey's kisses, &...

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EP284: Year of Babies, Viral Hoax,&Perfect Inventions from 2019-01-03T05:00

Find out why Sarah thinks this year is going to bring her a baby girl. We discuss our plans for 2019. Sarah vents about a new parenting trend she's observed, & why she had to get involved recently....

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284: Year of Babies, Viral Hoax,&Perfect Inventions from 2019-01-03T05:00

Find out why Sarah thinks this year is going to bring her a baby girl. We discuss our plans for 2019. Sarah vents about a new parenting trend she's observed, & why she had to get involved recently....

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EP283: Sarah Predicts the Future, Auto-Tune,&Millennial Pictures from 2018-12-27T05:00

Today we talk about Christmas again even though Christmas is over. Hear how Sarah found out she was getting undies from her husband. Susie is watching a true crime documentary called The Innocent M...

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283: Sarah Predicts the Future, Auto-Tune,&Millennial Pictures from 2018-12-27T05:00

Today we talk about Christmas again even though Christmas is over. Hear how Sarah found out she was getting undies from her husband. Susie is watching a true crime documentary called The Innocent M...

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EP282: Bear Repellent, Amish Phones,&Twerking Soccer Player from 2018-12-20T05:00

Susie shares how she got lucky with an errant order, & why she's conflicted about the ethics of keeping the freebie. We find out why a robot sprayed bear repellent in an Amazon factory. We learn wh...

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282: Bear Repellent, Amish Phones,&Twerking Soccer Player from 2018-12-20T05:00

Susie shares how she got lucky with an errant order, & why she's conflicted about the ethics of keeping the freebie. We find out why a robot sprayed bear repellent in an Amazon factory. We learn wh...

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EP281: Personality Types, Out of Body Experience,&Skeleton Boots from 2018-12-17T05:00

Today we discuss Sarah's super fancy experience in Disneyland's Club 33 (& she now needs a special cushion for her purse). We learn about Frankie Muniz's alleged amnesia situation, & why he can't r...

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281: Personality Types, Out of Body Experience,&Skeleton Boots from 2018-12-17T05:00

Today we discuss Sarah's super fancy experience in Disneyland's Club 33 (& she now needs a special cushion for her purse). We learn about Frankie Muniz's alleged amnesia situation, & why he can't r...

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EP280: Shark Tank Therapy, Cannibal Couple,&Sarah's BDE from 2018-12-13T05:00

Today we find out what 4 things Kate Middleton keeps in her handbag. We hear why some people think millennials don't eat tuna--and it makes no sense. Susie talks about Russian cannibals, & why we a...

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280: Shark Tank Therapy, Cannibal Couple,&Sarah's BDE from 2018-12-13T05:00

Today we find out what 4 things Kate Middleton keeps in her handbag. We hear why some people think millennials don't eat tuna--and it makes no sense. Susie talks about Russian cannibals, & why we a...

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EP279: Sarah's Guilt, Cyber Flashing,&Mandatory Hugs from 2018-12-10T05:00

Today Sarah reveals why she has a guilty conscience. Susie explains how people can "flash" you through your phone, & what's being done about it. We discuss people who watch porn at Starbucks, how t...

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279: Sarah's Guilt, Cyber Flashing,&Mandatory Hugs from 2018-12-10T05:00

Today Sarah reveals why she has a guilty conscience. Susie explains how people can "flash" you through your phone, & what's being done about it. We discuss people who watch porn at Starbucks, how t...

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EP278: Sex Recession, Creepy Motel,&Dead Body Cookies from 2018-12-06T05:00

Today we start by hearing what gives life meaning according to Americans. We hear why Sarah thinks there's a conspiracy with This Is Us commercials. Sarah watched a creepy documentary about a motel...

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278: Sex Recession, Creepy Motel,&Dead Body Cookies from 2018-12-06T05:00

Today we start by hearing what gives life meaning according to Americans. We hear why Sarah thinks there's a conspiracy with This Is Us commercials. Sarah watched a creepy documentary about a motel...

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EP277: Smash Cakes, Male Nudity,&Giving Birth Around the World from 2018-12-03T05:00

Hear about a bakery that makes a cake especially for divorces, & find out why Susie is pissed (again) about baby showers. We learn about a bizarre trend of adult smash cake photo shoots, & we are n...

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277: Smash Cakes, Male Nudity,&Giving Birth Around the World from 2018-12-03T05:00

Hear about a bakery that makes a cake especially for divorces, & find out why Susie is pissed (again) about baby showers. We learn about a bizarre trend of adult smash cake photo shoots, & we are n...

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EP276: Sarah's Spaceship, Living Underground,&Love Languages from 2018-11-29T05:00

Today we find out why Christmas music is literally making you crazy. We discuss love languages, & express our love for the hot duck swimming in Central Park. We find out the science of the placebo ...

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276: Sarah's Spaceship, Living Underground,&Love Languages from 2018-11-29T05:00

Today we find out why Christmas music is literally making you crazy. We discuss love languages, & express our love for the hot duck swimming in Central Park. We find out the science of the placebo ...

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EP275: Stolen Penises, Lady Luck,&Birth in Space from 2018-11-26T05:00

Today we discuss a cornucopia of topics. We begin with a discussion on insomnia & underwear. Find out why scientists argue that siblings are the most important relationship in your life. We discuss...

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275: Stolen Penises, Lady Luck,&Birth in Space from 2018-11-26T05:00

Today we discuss a cornucopia of topics. We begin with a discussion on insomnia & underwear. Find out why scientists argue that siblings are the most important relationship in your life. We discuss...

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EP274: Fire Alarms, Yoga Pants,&Bookworm Assault from 2018-11-22T05:00

Happy Thanksgiving to all our American listeners! Today we talk about gratitude--& we're thankful for you. We learn about a study on fire alarms, & we can't believe how long it's taken for the resu...

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274: Fire Alarms, Yoga Pants,&Bookworm Assault from 2018-11-22T05:00

Happy Thanksgiving to all our American listeners! Today we talk about gratitude--& we're thankful for you. We learn about a study on fire alarms, & we can't believe how long it's taken for the resu...

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EP273: Measuring Body Parts, Couples Code,&Instagram Saved Poetry from 2018-11-19T05:00

We learn what to not say when you're talking to someone who's suffered loss. Susie talks about the importance of street names. We debate whether dogs hate our phones. Sarah provides life hacks on m...

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273: Measuring Body Parts, Couples Code,&Instagram Saved Poetry from 2018-11-19T05:00

We learn what to not say when you're talking to someone who's suffered loss. Susie talks about the importance of street names. We debate whether dogs hate our phones. Sarah provides life hacks on m...

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EP272: Pet Peeves, Marrying for Love,&Humanization of Dogs from 2018-11-15T05:00

Today we talk about the huge list of pet peeves our listeners submitted. Susie talks about why women's shoes are uncomfortable (patriarchy). Sarah shares tales from her friend's game night. We lear...

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272: Pet Peeves, Marrying for Love,&Humanization of Dogs from 2018-11-15T05:00

Today we talk about the huge list of pet peeves our listeners submitted. Susie talks about why women's shoes are uncomfortable (patriarchy). Sarah shares tales from her friend's game night. We lear...

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EP271: Sarah's Insane Story, Death at Disney,&Chastity Belts from 2018-11-12T05:00

Sarah kicks off the show with insane story where she had to fight crime. Susie talks about what happens when people choose to have their ashes scattered at Disney parks. We find out 40 terms you sh...

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271: Sarah's Insane Story, Death at Disney,&Chastity Belts from 2018-11-12T05:00

Sarah kicks off the show with insane story where she had to fight crime. Susie talks about what happens when people choose to have their ashes scattered at Disney parks. We find out 40 terms you sh...

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EP270: Something's Fishy, Horror Movies,&Kendall Jenner from 2018-11-08T05:00

Today we talk about the "final girl" movie trope, & why it's so common in horror films. We discuss Netflix & how it tracks your viewing (by race?). We debate the recent Kendall Jenner cultural appr...

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270: Something's Fishy, Horror Movies,&Kendall Jenner from 2018-11-08T05:00

Today we talk about the "final girl" movie trope, & why it's so common in horror films. We discuss Netflix & how it tracks your viewing (by race?). We debate the recent Kendall Jenner cultural appr...

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EP269: Catchphrases, Pizza Everyday,&October Babies from 2018-11-05T05:00

We heard from our listeners & found out what our "catchphrases" are that you all enjoy. Sarah shares what happens to your brain when you read. Susie talks about Steve Jobs & "do-over dads" & how st...

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269: Catchphrases, Pizza Everyday,&October Babies from 2018-11-05T05:00

We heard from our listeners & found out what our "catchphrases" are that you all enjoy. Sarah shares what happens to your brain when you read. Susie talks about Steve Jobs & "do-over dads" & how st...

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EP268: Man-Sized Kleenex, Family Dysfunction,&20 Questions from 2018-11-01T04:00

Today we talk about how the birthday cake candle tradition is absurd, & we have a solution. We discuss a horrifying story of a shackled woman who rang a doorbell, & the madness that ensued. Sarah s...

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268: Man-Sized Kleenex, Family Dysfunction,&20 Questions from 2018-11-01T04:00

Today we talk about how the birthday cake candle tradition is absurd, & we have a solution. We discuss a horrifying story of a shackled woman who rang a doorbell, & the madness that ensued. Sarah s...

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EP267: Fake Cheerleader, Fat Bear Week,&Fear of Snakes from 2018-10-29T04:00

Sarah starts the show w/ a correction to her previous bee story, & it involves a booty dance. We debate whether we'd rather get bit by a snake or get squeezed to death. We learn of a middle-aged wo...

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267: Fake Cheerleader, Fat Bear Week,&Fear of Snakes from 2018-10-29T04:00

Sarah starts the show w/ a correction to her previous bee story, & it involves a booty dance. We debate whether we'd rather get bit by a snake or get squeezed to death. We learn of a middle-aged wo...

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EP266: Selfie Dangers, History of Brand Logos,&Scandalous Pregnancy from 2018-10-25T04:00

Today we're talking about a physicist who had to sell his Nobel Prize to pay his medical bills. Susie reveals the disturbing story of the world's youngest mom. We debate the Banksy art prank and wh...

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266: Selfie Dangers, History of Brand Logos,&Scandalous Pregnancy from 2018-10-25T04:00

Today we're talking about a physicist who had to sell his Nobel Prize to pay his medical bills. Susie reveals the disturbing story of the world's youngest mom. We debate the Banksy art prank and wh...

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EP265: Twins, Buried Treasure,&That's What She Said from 2018-10-22T04:00

Today Sarah finally delivers on the goat pics she's been promising for weeks. We discuss why Susie might be on the Homeland Security watch list. Hear about Twinsburg, & the things that make twins s...

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265: Twins, Buried Treasure,&That's What She Said from 2018-10-22T04:00

Today Sarah finally delivers on the goat pics she's been promising for weeks. We discuss why Susie might be on the Homeland Security watch list. Hear about Twinsburg, & the things that make twins s...

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EP264: Disney's Hero Dads, Free the Nipple&Living Mas from 2018-10-18T04:00

Today we find out what petty hill Sarah is willing to die on & Susie shares shocking football info about her life. We learn the woman behind crossword puzzles & why adjectives are more complicated ...

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264: Disney's Hero Dads, Free the Nipple&Living Mas from 2018-10-18T04:00

Today we find out what petty hill Sarah is willing to die on & Susie shares shocking football info about her life. We learn the woman behind crossword puzzles & why adjectives are more complicated ...

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EP263: Cat Grooming, Weed 101,&Service w/ a Smile from 2018-10-15T04:00

Today is one of those episodes you can't miss. Sarah talks about grooming cat butts & why she's afraid of car washs. Hear why movie theaters are getting super fancy. Susie talks about a woman who f...

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263: Cat Grooming, Weed 101,&Service w/ a Smile from 2018-10-15T04:00

Today is one of those episodes you can't miss. Sarah talks about grooming cat butts & why she's afraid of car washs. Hear why movie theaters are getting super fancy. Susie talks about a woman who f...

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EP262: Identical Strangers, Most Shocking Story Ever,&Smog Rings from 2018-10-11T04:00

Today we discuss the documentary Three Identical Strangers (and we try not to spoil anything), & why it's a must-see film. We hear about a boy raised as a girl after a botched circumcision. We talk...

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262: Identical Strangers, Most Shocking Story Ever,&Smog Rings from 2018-10-11T04:00

Today we discuss the documentary Three Identical Strangers (and we try not to spoil anything), & why it's a must-see film. We hear about a boy raised as a girl after a botched circumcision. We talk...

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EP261: Psychopath Test, DIY Halloween,&Scandals from 2018-10-08T04:00

Today begins with Sarah venting about Halloween stores, & how they're ruining the fun of the holiday. Susie rants about football anthems being sexist. Sarah shares a crazy story about goats being a...

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261: Psychopath Test, DIY Halloween,&Scandals from 2018-10-08T04:00

Today begins with Sarah venting about Halloween stores, & how they're ruining the fun of the holiday. Susie rants about football anthems being sexist. Sarah shares a crazy story about goats being a...

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EP260: Spicy Nightmare, Dumpster Professor,&Global Hygiene from 2018-10-04T04:00

Today we celebrate the fact that millennials are lowering the divorce rate. Sarah discusses an intriguing show that got her thinking about reality TV. Susie talks about showering around the world. ...

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260: Spicy Nightmare, Dumpster Professor,&Global Hygiene from 2018-10-04T04:00

Today we celebrate the fact that millennials are lowering the divorce rate. Sarah discusses an intriguing show that got her thinking about reality TV. Susie talks about showering around the world. ...

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EP259: Hip Hop Shakespeare, Female Anatomy,&Survival Tips from 2018-10-01T04:00

Today we celebrate the Fall season & get basic w/ a discussion on Pumpkin Spice Lattes. We find out that college students aren't absentee voting for the craziest reason ever. We learn why city life...

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259: Hip Hop Shakespeare, Female Anatomy,&Survival Tips from 2018-10-01T04:00

Today we celebrate the Fall season & get basic w/ a discussion on Pumpkin Spice Lattes. We find out that college students aren't absentee voting for the craziest reason ever. We learn why city life...

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EP258: Dolphin Erotica, Breakfast Buffets,&Wine Diet from 2018-09-27T04:00

Today we find out why people of color don't wear sunscreen, why they should, & why the industry needs to do better. We discuss the viral video of the man shaving on the subway. Susie talks about a ...

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258: Dolphin Erotica, Breakfast Buffets,&Wine Diet from 2018-09-27T04:00

Today we find out why people of color don't wear sunscreen, why they should, & why the industry needs to do better. We discuss the viral video of the man shaving on the subway. Susie talks about a ...

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EP257: Dr. Death, Drag Queens,&Double Standards from 2018-09-24T04:00

Today we're talking about people on phone calls in public, & why it annoys us so bad. Sarah describes her latest podcast obsession, Dr. Death, & we're reminded that you gotta be smarter than your d...

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257: Dr. Death, Drag Queens,&Double Standards from 2018-09-24T04:00

Today we're talking about people on phone calls in public, & why it annoys us so bad. Sarah describes her latest podcast obsession, Dr. Death, & we're reminded that you gotta be smarter than your d...

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EP256: Hangman, Love on an Airplane,&Brad Pitt Psychoanalysis from 2018-09-20T04:00

Today we celebrate the comeback of Michael Jackson's white Thriller suit, we find out about a stupid burglar, and we learn how to teach kids sharing (& it's not how you might think). We find out ab...

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256: Hangman, Love on an Airplane,&Brad Pitt Psychoanalysis from 2018-09-20T04:00

Today we celebrate the comeback of Michael Jackson's white Thriller suit, we find out about a stupid burglar, and we learn how to teach kids sharing (& it's not how you might think). We find out ab...

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EP255: Kindergarten Pole-Dancer, Mystery Flavors,&Witchy Women from 2018-09-17T04:00

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...

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255: Kindergarten Pole-Dancer, Mystery Flavors,&Witchy Women from 2018-09-17T04:00

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...

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EP254: Don't Call It A Comeback, Bee Cops,&Feminist Barbie from 2018-09-13T04:00

Today's episode includes an awesome story about an Etsy seller who is changing her products to inspire girls. We find out that Barbie is now a woke women with a vlog inspiring girls to stop saying ...

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254: Don't Call It A Comeback, Bee Cops,&Feminist Barbie from 2018-09-13T04:00

Today's episode includes an awesome story about an Etsy seller who is changing her products to inspire girls. We find out that Barbie is now a woke women with a vlog inspiring girls to stop saying ...

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EP253: Dine&Dash Justice, Science of Fear,&Sarah's Bungee Ban from 2018-09-10T04:00

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,...

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253: Dine&Dash Justice, Science of Fear,&Sarah's Bungee Ban from 2018-09-10T04:00

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,...

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EP252: Love Island, Hometown Discrimination,&Close-up Magic from 2018-09-06T04:00

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 ...

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252: Love Island, Hometown Discrimination,&Close-up Magic from 2018-09-06T04:00

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 ...

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EP251: Love Masters&Disasters, Alpaca Doritos,&Farting Security Guard from 2018-09-03T04:00

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 ther...

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251: Love Masters&Disasters, Alpaca Doritos,&Farting Security Guard from 2018-09-03T04:00

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 ther...

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EP250: Trivial Pursuit, Tinder Scam,&Tupperware from 2018-08-30T04:00

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 ...

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250: Trivial Pursuit, Tinder Scam,&Tupperware from 2018-08-30T04:00

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 ...

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EP249: Celebrity Urban Legends, Promiscuous Penguins,&Tantric Sex from 2018-08-27T04:00

Today we realize we're super old, and would rather be in bed early than go to the VMAs. We debate the virtues of Cardi B, learn about penguins at the zoo who need paternity testing, & talk about ho...

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249: Celebrity Urban Legends, Promiscuous Penguins,&Tantric Sex from 2018-08-27T04:00

Today we realize we're super old, and would rather be in bed early than go to the VMAs. We debate the virtues of Cardi B, learn about penguins at the zoo who need paternity testing, & talk about ho...

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EP248: Four Loco, Cheerleader Effect,&Disney Princess Science from 2018-08-23T04:00

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 probl...

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248: Four Loco, Cheerleader Effect,&Disney Princess Science from 2018-08-23T04:00

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 probl...

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EP247: Sarah's Scare, Dating Trends,&Airport Outlets from 2018-08-20T04:00

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 d...

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247: Sarah's Scare, Dating Trends,&Airport Outlets from 2018-08-20T04:00

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 d...

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EP246: Leopard Print, Bad Dads,&Headlight Theory from 2018-08-16T04:00

Today we learn about P. Diddy's time living w/ an Amish family. We discuss how J.Lo keeps getting better w/ age (& so does her taste in men). We hear about the biology teacher who rowed across the ...

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246: Leopard Print, Bad Dads,&Headlight Theory from 2018-08-16T04:00

Today we learn about P. Diddy's time living w/ an Amish family. We discuss how J.Lo keeps getting better w/ age (& so does her taste in men). We hear about the biology teacher who rowed across the ...

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EP 245: Big Dick Energy, Breastfeeding,&the Pink Tax from 2018-08-13T04:00

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 dis...

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245: Big Dick Energy, Breastfeeding,&the Pink Tax from 2018-08-13T04:00

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 dis...

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EP244: Body Modification, Tickled Kink,&Duct Tape Bathing Suits from 2018-08-09T04:00

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...

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244: Body Modification, Tickled Kink,&Duct Tape Bathing Suits from 2018-08-09T04:00

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...

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EP243: Millennial Nuns, Pay Gap,&Japanese Friendship from 2018-08-06T04:00

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, ...

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243: Millennial Nuns, Pay Gap,&Japanese Friendship from 2018-08-06T04:00

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, ...

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EP242: Mr. Rogers, Terrible Turtle Scientist,&Clean Jeans from 2018-08-02T04:00

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 pic...

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242: Mr. Rogers, Terrible Turtle Scientist,&Clean Jeans from 2018-08-02T04:00

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 pic...

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EP241: Hollywood Sex Dungeon, Upskirting Karma,&Would You Rather from 2018-07-30T04:00

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. Sar...

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241: Hollywood Sex Dungeon, Upskirting Karma,&Would You Rather from 2018-07-30T04:00

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. Sar...

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EP240: The Wizard of Oz, Spider Bites,&Dangerous Neckties from 2018-07-26T04:00

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 startli...

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240: The Wizard of Oz, Spider Bites,&Dangerous Neckties from 2018-07-26T04:00

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 startli...

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EP239: Beauty Pageants, Buffalo,&Bubonic Plague from 2018-07-23T04:00

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 th...

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239: Beauty Pageants, Buffalo,&Bubonic Plague from 2018-07-23T04:00

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 th...

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EP238: Whispers, Hot for Teacher,&Mystery Smell from 2018-07-19T03:00

Today we talk about Sarah's ASMR, & why she needs certain sounds to fall asleep. We discuss the legacy of Bob Ross, & learn things we never knew. Susie reveals what that smell is in thrift stores. ...

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238: Whispers, Hot for Teacher,&Mystery Smell from 2018-07-19T03:00

Today we talk about Sarah's ASMR, & why she needs certain sounds to fall asleep. We discuss the legacy of Bob Ross, & learn things we never knew. Susie reveals what that smell is in thrift stores. ...

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EP237: Backstreet's Back, Buried Alive,&Las Vegas Time Warp from 2018-07-16T04:00

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 litera...

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237: Backstreet's Back, Buried Alive,&Las Vegas Time Warp from 2018-07-16T04:00

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 litera...

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EP236: Pixar's Problem, Cross-Dressing Confusion,&Gratitude from 2018-07-12T04:00

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 ad...

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236: Pixar's Problem, Cross-Dressing Confusion,&Gratitude from 2018-07-12T04:00

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 ad...

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EP235: Get Smarter, Radium Girls,&Grievances from 2018-07-09T04:00

Today we find out how you can get smarter everyday according to experts. We hear a story about a man who almost died because of 55 pounds of poop in his body. Susie talks about women who were poiso...

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235: Get Smarter, Radium Girls,&Grievances from 2018-07-09T04:00

Today we find out how you can get smarter everyday according to experts. We hear a story about a man who almost died because of 55 pounds of poop in his body. Susie talks about women who were poiso...

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EP234: Masculine Energy, Musical Sabotage,&Fatherhood from 2018-07-02T04:00

Today we discuss our Great Debate episode w/ the woman who didn't support feminism. We learn the science of why people faint at the sight of blood. Sarah discusses her first bra, and why her boobs ...

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234: Masculine Energy, Musical Sabotage,&Fatherhood from 2018-07-02T04:00

Today we discuss our Great Debate episode w/ the woman who didn't support feminism. We learn the science of why people faint at the sight of blood. Sarah discusses her first bra, and why her boobs ...

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EP233: Love&Reality TV, Mr. Rogers,&Queer Eye from 2018-06-28T04:00

Today we find out why you should eat popcorn with chopsticks, & why novelty is the secret to happiness. Sarah tells us the history of "new car" smell. We learn about a fish that carries weapons (wh...

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233: Love&Reality TV, Mr. Rogers,&Queer Eye from 2018-06-28T04:00

Today we find out why you should eat popcorn with chopsticks, & why novelty is the secret to happiness. Sarah tells us the history of "new car" smell. We learn about a fish that carries weap...

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EP232: Marilyn Monroe, Grandma Susie,&Mysterious Wetness from 2018-06-25T04:00

We find out about the crazy Cannes Festival shoe policy, and why Kristen Steward bucked the system. We talk about late night talk show hosts, and debate who the best is. We hear how a Marilyn Monro...

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232: Marilyn Monroe, Grandma Susie,&Mysterious Wetness from 2018-06-25T04:00

We find out about the crazy Cannes Festival shoe policy, and why Kristen Steward bucked the system. We talk about late night talk show hosts, and debate who the best is. We hear how a Marilyn Monro...

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EP231: Phone Scams, Armchair Experts,&Fear of Failure from 2018-06-21T04:00

We debate the virtues of audio books, and announce a Brain Candy event coming up. Susie shares the history of counting and numbers. We celebrate the recent success of Ocean's 8. We learn about a ma...

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231: Phone Scams, Armchair Experts,&Fear of Failure from 2018-06-21T04:00

We debate the virtues of audio books, and announce a Brain Candy event coming up. Susie shares the history of counting and numbers. We celebrate the recent success of Ocean's 8. We learn about a ma...

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EP230: Inside the Real World, Psychology of Karaoke,&Tiki Bars from 2018-06-18T04:00

This is one of our favorite episodes because it includes so many cool topics. Hear behind-the-scenes of the Truman Show. Sarah describes the set of Real World Brooklyn. Hear how scientists discover...

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230: Inside the Real World, Psychology of Karaoke,&Tiki Bars from 2018-06-18T04:00

This is one of our favorite episodes because it includes so many cool topics. Hear behind-the-scenes of the Truman Show. Sarah describes the set of Real World Brooklyn. Hear how scientists discover...

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EP229: Kissing, Orgasm Equality,&Allison Mack's Sex Cult from 2018-06-14T03:00

Today begins with info on a very strange side effect of getting bit by a tick, but quickly moves into a more saucy conversation. We debate whether kissing is hot or gross (is this really a debate?)...

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229: Kissing, Orgasm Equality,&Allison Mack's Sex Cult from 2018-06-14T03:00

Today begins with info on a very strange side effect of getting bit by a tick, but quickly moves into a more saucy conversation. We debate whether kissing is hot or gross (is this really a debate?)...

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EP228: Evil Genius, Hecklers,&Miscarriage Closure from 2018-06-11T04:00

Today we discuss Sarah's vacation, which was supposed to be a Babymoon, & how she handled the reminders of her pregnancy. We find out a strange side effect of going to high altitudes if you have br...

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228: Evil Genius, Hecklers,&Miscarriage Closure from 2018-06-11T04:00

Today we discuss Sarah's vacation, which was supposed to be a Babymoon, & how she handled the reminders of her pregnancy. We find out a strange side effect of going to high altitudes if you have br...

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EP227: Dollar Store Tips, Moms Night Out,&Wine Tasting from 2018-06-07T04:00

Today we discuss Carrie Underwood's recent accident & how it was a mystery for a while. We debate Instagram sponsors, & whether it's annoying or helpful. Sarah reveals her childhood career as an ac...

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227: Dollar Store Tips, Moms Night Out,&Wine Tasting from 2018-06-07T04:00

Today we discuss Carrie Underwood's recent accident & how it was a mystery for a while. We debate Instagram sponsors, & whether it's annoying or helpful. Sarah reveals her childhood career as an ac...

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EP226: Sarah's Acting Job, Mythbusting,&Mommy&Me Fashion from 2018-06-04T04:00

Sarah busts out a food fun fact that blows our mind. We learn about a company that will rent a family to you if you've lost a loved one or are estranged from your family. Sarah talks about how an a...

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226: Sarah's Acting Job, Mythbusting,&Mommy&Me Fashion from 2018-06-04T04:00

Sarah busts out a food fun fact that blows our mind. We learn about a company that will rent a family to you if you've lost a loved one or are estranged from your family. Sarah talks about how an a...

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EP225: Gay Culture, Medical Myths,&Gender Bias from 2018-05-31T03:00

Today we learn why women don't get as many transplants as men, and we're pissed. Hear the history of the escalator. Sarah talks about a strange sex cat chateau. Find out why some people believe gay...

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225: Gay Culture, Medical Myths,&Gender Bias from 2018-05-31T03:00

Today we learn why women don't get as many transplants as men, and we're pissed. Hear the history of the escalator. Sarah talks about a strange sex cat chateau. Find out why some people believe gay...

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EP224: Aging Out of Porn Fantasies, Ikea Plants,&Right to Die from 2018-05-28T04:00

Today we learn about a slurp-cancelling fork that silences your noodle noises. We discuss Sarah's sense of humor, & why she doesn't realize how funny she is. She reveals why porn has changed for he...

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224: Aging Out of Porn Fantasies, Ikea Plants,&Right to Die from 2018-05-28T04:00

Today we learn about a slurp-cancelling fork that silences your noodle noises. We discuss Sarah's sense of humor, & why she doesn't realize how funny she is. She reveals why porn has changed for he...

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EP223: Cash Me Outside, Letters to the Editor,&Lobster Immortality from 2018-05-24T04:00

Today Susie gets a tutorial about the history & burgeoning rap career of the Cash Me Outside girl. We learn about how scientists trained a spider to jump on command. We find out why prisons have se...

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223: Cash Me Outside, Letters to the Editor,&Lobster Immortality from 2018-05-24T04:00

Today Susie gets a tutorial about the history & burgeoning rap career of the Cash Me Outside girl. We learn about how scientists trained a spider to jump on command. We find out why prisons have se...

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EP222: Miscarriage Reaction, Magical Bodies,&Megan Markle Madness from 2018-05-21T04:00

Today we discuss the reaction to Sarah's pregnancy and miscarriage announcement. Sarah talks about a kid who flew to Bali because he was mad at his parents. Susie reveals why a certain tribe of peo...

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222: Miscarriage Reaction, Magical Bodies,&Megan Markle Madness from 2018-05-21T04:00

Today we discuss the reaction to Sarah's pregnancy and miscarriage announcement. Sarah talks about a kid who flew to Bali because he was mad at his parents. Susie reveals why a certain tribe of peo...

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EP221: MySpace Memories, Barbie's Feminism,&Rachel Dolezal from 2018-05-17T03:00

Today we start by laughing about the #pooperintendent, a superintendent who was caught pooping at the school. Sarah talks about a man who gets women he meets online to buy him dinner because he din...

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221: MySpace Memories, Barbie's Feminism,&Rachel Dolezal from 2018-05-17T03:00

Today we start by laughing about the #pooperintendent, a superintendent who was caught pooping at the school. Sarah talks about a man who gets women he meets online to buy him dinner because he din...

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EP220: Sarah's Reality Show, Happiest Baby on the Block,&the Opposite of Hate from 2018-05-14T04:00

Today we discuss Sarah's latest reality tv obsession, & why she can't get enough of it. Susie discusses why Happiest Baby on the Block techniques used to be for everyone & shifted towards the rich....

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220: Sarah's Reality Show, Happiest Baby on the Block,&the Opposite of Hate from 2018-05-14T04:00

Today we discuss Sarah's latest reality tv obsession, & why she can't get enough of it. Susie discusses why Happiest Baby on the Block techniques used to be for everyone & shifted towards the rich....

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EP219: Golden State Killer, Women Don't Quit,&Comedy Writing w/ Nell Scovell from 2018-05-10T03:00

We begin with the do's & don'ts of Sarah's work attire, and why she's turning into a witchy woman. We pontificate on our excitement about the capture of the alleged Golden State Killer, and why we ...

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219: Golden State Killer, Women Don't Quit,&Comedy Writing w/ Nell Scovell from 2018-05-10T03:00

We begin with the do's & don'ts of Sarah's work attire, and why she's turning into a witchy woman. We pontificate on our excitement about the capture of the alleged Golden State Killer, and why we ...

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218: Mix Tapes, Sarah's Backup Career,&Building Ikea Furniture from 2018-05-07T03:00

Today begins with a rowdy discussion about mix(ed) tapes, and Sarah talks about the rules of making playlists. We then talk about how growing up poor makes you always have a plan b for what job you...

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EP218: Mix Tapes, Sarah's Backup Career,&Building Ikea Furniture from 2018-05-07T03:00

Today begins with a rowdy discussion about mix(ed) tapes, and Sarah talks about the rules of making playlists. We then talk about how growing up poor makes you always have a plan b for what job you...

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217: Sarah Almost Won (Again), Cardi B,&Feminine Puzzles? from 2018-05-03T03:00

Today we find out how long it takes to become friends (& why it's different for Susie & Sarah). Hear about Sarah's cancelled birthday, why she loves Tim McGraw, & what she thinks about Kendrick Lam...

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EP217: Sarah Almost Won (Again), Cardi B,&Feminine Puzzles? from 2018-05-03T03:00

Today we find out how long it takes to become friends (& why it's different for Susie & Sarah). Hear about Sarah's cancelled birthday, why she loves Tim McGraw, & what she thinks about Kendrick Lam...

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216: Van Gogh, Wild Wild Country,&Trouble at the DMV, from 2018-04-30T04:00

Sarah had to make a trip to the DMV (for a hilarious reason), and it did not go well. We discuss the problem with the Simpsons' character, Apu. We talk about the new cult docu-series, Wild, Wild Co...

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EP216: Van Gogh, Wild Wild Country,&Trouble at the DMV, from 2018-04-30T04:00

Sarah had to make a trip to the DMV (for a hilarious reason), and it did not go well. We discuss the problem with the Simpsons' character, Apu. We talk about the new cult docu-series, Wild, Wild Co...

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215: A Very Special Brain Candy--Sarah's Story from 2018-04-26T04:00

We thought today's show was going to bring a joyful surprise, but instead it is a difficult one. Hear what's been going on with Sarah, and why she hasn't been herself lately. We also discuss crazy ...

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EP215: A Very Special Brain Candy--Sarah's Story from 2018-04-26T04:00

We thought today's show was going to bring a joyful surprise, but instead it is a difficult one. Hear what's been going on with Sarah, and why she hasn't been herself lately. We also discuss crazy ...

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214: Girls Incarcerated, Jewish Mysticism,&Fish Plastic Surgery from 2018-04-23T04:00

Today we discuss Jewish mysticism (and Jewish people who eat bacon), and why Susie is taking a class on it. They talk about the Netflix docuseries, Girls Incarcerated, and why Sarah should work at ...

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EP214: Girls Incarcerated, Jewish Mysticism,&Fish Plastic Surgery from 2018-04-23T04:00

Today we discuss Jewish mysticism (and Jewish people who eat bacon), and why Susie is taking a class on it. They talk about the Netflix docuseries, Girls Incarcerated, and why Sarah should work at ...

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213: Failure, Snorting Condoms,&Reality Face Plastic Surgery from 2018-04-19T03:00

We discuss the new Cristiano Ronaldo bust, and why the man who sculpted the original terrible bust dealt with a lot of pain after his failure went viral. Sarah talks about the new "reality face" tr...

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EP213: Failure, Snorting Condoms,&Reality Face Plastic Surgery from 2018-04-19T03:00

We discuss the new Cristiano Ronaldo bust, and why the man who sculpted the original terrible bust dealt with a lot of pain after his failure went viral. Sarah talks about the new "reality face" tr...

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212: Panties, Dirty Bath Toys,&the Roseanne Reboot from 2018-04-16T04:00

Today we talk about a strange new product designed to make women more confident, but we have our doubts. We talk about circumcision, and whether we agree with the practice. We discuss the Roseanne ...

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EP212: Panties, Dirty Bath Toys,&the Roseanne Reboot from 2018-04-16T04:00

Today we talk about a strange new product designed to make women more confident, but we have our doubts. We talk about circumcision, and whether we agree with the practice. We discuss the Roseanne ...

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211: Cheerleaders, Promposals,&Polygraphs from 2018-04-12T04:00

Today we talk about our mutual anxiety about taking polygraph tests even though we aren't lying (or are we???). We talk about professional cheerleaders, and why the cheerleaders are claiming their ...

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EP211: Cheerleaders, Promposals,&Polygraphs from 2018-04-12T04:00

Today we talk about our mutual anxiety about taking polygraph tests even though we aren't lying (or are we???). We talk about professional cheerleaders, and why the cheerleaders are claiming their ...

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210: History of BBQ, Hillbillies,&Trump Country from 2018-04-09T04:00

Today we learn the history of BBQ, and why it is steeped in racism. We talk about the creepy way Amazon's Alexa keeps laughing at people. We discuss the self-driving car who killed a pedestrian, an...

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EP210: History of BBQ, Hillbillies,&Trump Country from 2018-04-09T04:00

Today we learn the history of BBQ, and why it is steeped in racism. We talk about the creepy way Amazon's Alexa keeps laughing at people. We discuss the self-driving car who killed a pedestrian, an...

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209: Sarah's Ferrari&Other Mortifying Moments from 2018-04-05T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's recent ride in a Ferrari, and why she hated every second of it. We find out to our delight that wine is good for your teeth (despite those pesky stains). Susie shares a ...

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EP209: Sarah's Ferrari&Other Mortifying Moments from 2018-04-05T04:00

Today we hear about Sarah's recent ride in a Ferrari, and why she hated every second of it. We find out to our delight that wine is good for your teeth (despite those pesky stains). Susie shares a ...

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208: The Case Against Education, Women in Hollywood,&What's in the Bible from 2018-04-02T04:00

Today we debate the virtues of weighted blankets, we find out how much Dolly Parton's boobs are insured for. We hear about the astronaut twins who now have different DNA because of their work. Hear...

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EP208: The Case Against Education, Women in Hollywood,&What's in the Bible from 2018-04-02T04:00

Today we debate the virtues of weighted blankets, we find out how much Dolly Parton's boobs are insured for. We hear about the astronaut twins who now have different DNA because of their work. Hear...

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207: Sarah's Sorry, Superstitions,&STEMinist Dr. Kate Biberdorf from 2018-03-29T04:00

Today Sarah talks about how she enraged some Brainiacs, and apologize for her "happy ending" story. We read some of your superstitions, and reveal our own. We talk about International Women's Day, ...

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EP207: Sarah's Sorry, Superstitions,&STEMinist Dr. Kate Biberdorf from 2018-03-29T04:00

Today Sarah talks about how she enraged some Brainiacs, and apologize for her "happy ending" story. We read some of your superstitions, and reveal our own. We talk about International Women's Day, ...

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207: Sarah's Sorry, Superstitions,&STEMinist Dr. Kate Biberdorf from 2018-03-29T04:00

Today Sarah talks about how she enraged some Brainiacs, and apologize for her "happy ending" story. We read some of your superstitions, and reveal our own. We talk about International Women's Day, ...

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EP206: Gender Reveal Parties, Badass Barbies, & Realistic Strippers from 2018-03-25T06:00

Today begins with a discussion on something called the Family Cloth that replaces toilet paper. Then we learn about the new Barbies featuring historically significant women. We debate a new trend o...

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EP205: The Challenge Behind the Challenge from 2018-03-22T04:00

Hear some of our favorite (and not-so-favorite) moments from our Challenge days, but more importantly we talk about some of the most inspiring, cringe-worthy, scandalous, and silly moments on the s...

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EP204: Sarah's Sexuality, Strippers, & the Streisand Effect from 2018-03-18T05:00

Today we analyze Sarah's sexuality, and why she can't find the perfect label under which to identify. Susie talks about a strange Chinese funeral custom. We discuss the future of depression treatme...

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EP203: Bachelor Nation, Royal Gifts, & Regional Slang from 2018-03-15T04:00

Sarah shares some of the country's most bizarre regional slang, and Susie thinks this means it time for her to demonstrate her Pittsburgh yinzer accent. We hear about royal gag gifts, and what the ...

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EP202: Island of Dolls, Olympic Ambition & the History of Dice from 2018-03-12T05:00

Sarah creeps us out with the story of the Island of the Dolls. We debate the legitimacy of doll hospitals. We are loving the mediocre skier who made the Olympics by using loopholes in the qualifica...

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EP201: The Color of Tennis Balls & Doritos for Women from 2018-03-08T06:00

We discuss Doritos for women (and get hungry just thinking about snacks). We hear about the science of eyesight, and why some people think tennis balls are green and others don't. We get confirmati...

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EP200: Naked Mice, Allergy Uproar, & Waterbeds from 2018-03-05T06:00

Sarah claims McDonalds french fries can help bald people. We debate whether the epipen scene in Peter Rabbit was inappropriate or not (and we do not agree). Susie shares the history of waterbeds, a...

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EP199: Exorcisms, Right to Die, & Performance Anxiety from 2018-03-01T06:00

Today we discuss teens consuming porn, and the effects it has on their expectations of sex. We discuss the way podcasting can create an intimacy with the audience, and what that says about society...

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EP198: Swimsuits, Sewers, & Secret Talents from 2018-02-26T06:00

Sarah kicks off today's show with a situation going on in New Orleans where Mardi Gras beads are causing a huge problem. Susie shares the history of the paper jam. We hear about celebrities with se...

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EP197: Essential Oils, Breathing Competitions, & Celebrity Therapy from 2018-02-22T06:00

We discuss the naming of the next generation (& why it relates to capitalism). We find out why breath-holding competitions tell us a lot about our bodies' limits (how David Blaine was able to hold ...

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EP196: Emotional Support Animals, Racist Cartoons, & Interview w/ Legend Jane Elliott from 2018-02-19T06:00

Today we talk about the recent scandal involving an emotional support peacock on a plane, and whether people should be allowed to bring animals on flights. Hear about the woman who married a 300-ye...

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EP195: Real World Furniture, Flame-Throwers, & Clown Murder from 2018-02-15T06:00

Hear about the fault line discovered under Rodeo Drive and why billionaires are becoming doomsday preppers. We talk about Elon Musk and his weird flame-throwing invention. Sarah talks about a murde...

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EP194: Gay-Dar, Binge-Watching, & Animal Botox? from 2018-02-12T06:00

Today we find out about a study that claims computers can tell if you're gay based on a picture of your face, and we debate the ethics of that. Find out why binge-watching is bad for your memory, w...

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EP193: Everything Happens For a Reason, Tide Pod Challenge, & Swearing from 2018-02-08T06:00

Today Susie shares a hilarious story about a knife, that reveals a lot about our families. This led to another story about Sarah's friend who dropped her phone in the toilet (and the story somehow ...

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EP192: Bratz Dolls, Dino Hunting, & Skittles Conspiracy from 2018-02-05T06:00

Today we talk about our art doppelgängers and why some states won't allow the Google Arts & Culture app. Hear about the Bratz dolls war with Barbie, and why it reveals a lot about intellectual prop...

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EP191: Smart People, Toast of the Town, & Silent Women from 2018-02-01T06:00

We start the show with some shocking info we found about how often women are interrupted, and why a quiet woman is seen as more competent. Sarah brings some amazing trivia (that blows Susie's mind)...

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EP190: Elderly Sharks, Gross Viral Videos, & Dolphin Modeling from 2018-01-29T06:00

Hear about a shark who is either old or not really old at all. We find out that dolphins recognize themselves in mirrors way earlier than we thought (and earlier than humans). We discuss the psycho...

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EP189: Sex Education, Baby Names, & Beauty Routines from 2018-01-25T06:00

Sarah and Susie are talking about the birds and the bees, and how sex ed in schools leaves something to be desired. Hear about Sarah's waxing and tanning routine, and why she lets it all hang out. ...

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EP188: Sarah's Psychic Test, Workplace Drama, & Dwayne The Rock Johnson from 2018-01-22T06:00

Today we test Sarah's psychic ability with a listener who called in for a reading. We discuss whether Sarah inherited her mother's gift or whether it's all baloney. Plus, we talk about why men tend...

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EP187: Dangerous Dad, Penis Whitening, & Best Buns from 2018-01-18T06:00

Today we talk about the trend of men whitening their penises. We discuss why they're doing it, and whether this will catch on. We also discuss how body hair has a history with race that informs why...

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EP186: Food Swamps, Yogurtland Boycott, & The Jewish Woman Who Tried Bacon from 2018-01-15T06:00

Susie talks about a 90-year-old Jewish lady who tried bacon for the first time, and how her experience revealed how the Internet affects people's religious faith. Find out why Sarah is boycotting Y...

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EP185: Villains, Subway, & The Science of Gratitude from 2018-01-11T06:00

We start the show with a discussion on the Golden Globes. They discuss the "blackout" with the women wearing black, Oprah's speech, and This Is Us' disappointing loss. They learn why children's sho...

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EP184: Prison Food, Burping Astronauts, & InstaPot Madness from 2018-01-08T06:00

We kick things off with terrible info on women CEOs and women in comedy. We learn about the food in space and why it's not just the freeze-dried ice cream anymore. Sarah claims there are tapeworms ...

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EP183: Susie's Accident, Death of a Thrill-Seeker, & Deadly Animals from 2018-01-04T06:00

Susie had a car crash recently, so she talks about how it happened, and why her reaction to it was a little weird. They talk about Sarah's trip to New York, how she showed off her art knowledge, an...

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EP182: Sarah's Ghost, Our Biggest Fears, & Invisible Nannies from 2017-12-28T06:00

Today we discuss why nannies are invisible on Instagram, and whether we should share more or less on social media. Sarah reveals why she thinks her grandmother is haunting her. We learn about a ser...

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EP181: The Magic of Guacamole, Science of Gift Giving, & a Fast Food Funeral from 2017-12-18T06:00

Sarah begins the show with a discussion about her passion for Christmas decorations. They discuss tricks on how to buy better Christmas presents according to science. Sarah says she almost bought S...

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EP180: Lifestyles of the Weird & Wacky--Murder, Marriage, & Death from 2017-12-14T06:00

Today we revitalize our Weird & Wacky series, and we discuss Hunt-A-Killer mystery boxes, a woman marrying her chandelier, and a Coffin Club. Hear about people who have "spite houses" just to get r...

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EP179: Stop Being Polite, Tonya Harding, & Penis Transplants from 2017-12-11T06:00

Sarah got a new dog and Susie thinks it's like the Duggars having another kid. Hear about the craziness that is penis transplants, the man with the Do Not Resuscitate tattoo, and the man with socks...

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EP178: The Butterfly Effect, Shoes in the House, & Irish Accents from 2017-12-07T06:00

Susie is sick today, so she sounds extra sultry. We debate whether people should wear shoes in the house, why people in Canada don't do it, and Susie's theory about how relates to wealth. Sarah rev...

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EP177: The Combover Mystery, Cheesecake "Factor", & Sarah's Real World Audition from 2017-12-04T06:00

We begin with an earnest discussion about whether men with combovers are mentally ill, and why bald is beautiful. We debate the value of Roman numerals. We talk about the hilarity of Sarah's Real W...

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EP176: Royal Engagement, The Business of Sex, & The Headless Chicken from 2017-11-30T06:00

We start the show with a conversation on the royal engagement of Harry and Meghan Markle. Susie discusses an article she read about a family who makes sex toys, and how the industry changed over th...

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EP175: Welcome to the Real World (& The Challenge) from 2017-11-27T06:00

Every once in a while we like to satisfy your craving for some behind-the-scenes insight into your favorite guilty pleasure. In this episode, we answer questions you submitted via Facebook and emai...

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EP174: Child Prodigies, Modest Fashion, & Mobile Homes from 2017-11-23T06:00

Tiffany's came out with a line of "everyday objects" including a tin can that they're charging thousands of dollars for, and we can't get over it. We discuss how modesty is in fashion, and why wome...

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EP173: Silent Twins, Stylish Old People, & Sarah's Injury from 2017-11-20T06:00

Ever wonder why older folks refuse to wear hearing aids? We take a fascinating look into the lives of the elderly, and find out why businesses don't know how to deal with their needs/wants. We lear...

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EP172: Haunted Dolls, Jeopardy, & Predicting the Future from 2017-11-16T06:00

Halloween might be over, but we're still getting spooky talking about haunted dolls for sale on eBay, and why humans kind of like to be scared. We find out about a fascinating study done that shows...

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EP171: Death in the Air, Diamond Deals, & Doping Dogs from 2017-11-13T06:00

Today we discuss aging and whether we see the truth when we look in the mirror. Susie reveals the truth about diamond shopping, and why when you shop at the fancy places you're paying tons more jus...

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EP 170: The Tragedy of Winnie the Pooh, Millennial Spirituality, & Burger King Bullying from 2017-11-09T06:00

Today we find out about the dark story behind Winnie the Pooh, and how something that brought joy to so many tore apart the author's family. We discuss Burger King's attempt to stamp out bullying w...

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EP169: The Importance of Emojis, Shakespeare, & Sarah's Theory from 2017-11-06T06:00

Today Susie shares how emojis came to be, how new ones gets added, and why one woman is fighting for a blue ballet flat. They then discuss Shakespeare, and the curiosities of his life. Sarah reveal...

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EP168: Confessions of Ronald McDonald, Sexist Scrabble, & Girls in the Boy Scouts from 2017-11-02T05:00

Today we dive into the Harvey Weinstein scandal, and agree with Howard Stern that no one wants to see penis. We talk about some recent scholarship about food that was redacted, and why academia is ...

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EP167: 90s Kids for Life, Naughty Animals, & the Fajita Bandit from 2017-10-30T05:00

It is hot as a mojo in our studio, but Sarah came prancing in with knee-high suede boots. It led to a discussion about 90s fashion, rompers, and debating whether Sarah could pull off a mini-backpac...

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EP166: Happiest Places on Earth, Christian Reggae, & Slut-Shaming Regrets from 2017-10-26T06:00

Today Sarah reveals the happiest places on Earth including a few surprises in the mix. Susie plays a Christian reggae viral hit. We discuss a recent article about whether doctors should be allowed ...

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EP165: The Downside of Reality TV Fame & The Best Catfish Story Ever from 2017-10-23T06:00

Sarah found out a surprising downside to being on reality TV, we're all worked up about it. She's also worked up about a trip to the dentist where she got into a knock-down-drag-out fight. We learn...

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EP164: Ghost Stories, Elvira, & Confessions of a Funeral Director from 2017-10-19T06:00

Today's show is suuuuuuper spoooooky! We asked our listeners for ghost stories, and you guys really delivered. You people are creepy. Hear about a ghost who rubs a woman's butt, a heavy breather, a...

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EP163: Greatest Show on Earth, Home Depot Mansplainer, & Jewish Cheaters from 2017-10-16T06:00

Sarah begins with a story about a trip to Home Depot where she had to choose between a male and female employee. We find out the origin of Tater-Tots and why Millennails love em. We discuss the Wil...

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EP162: The Truth About Bloody Mary, Millennials Save the World, & Badass Bitches from 2017-10-12T06:00

Sarah tells us why millennials love houseplants, and why some people think this means there is hope for society. Then Susie describes a video of a Holocaust survivor who endured experiments, why sh...

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EP161: Sexy Halloween Costumes, the Mad Pooper, & Our First Fight from 2017-10-09T06:00

Today we (don't) honor Hugh Hefner by discussing his death, legacy, and complicated life. We converse about the "sexy" Halloween costume boon, and where we think it came from. We learn about the wo...

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EP160: Murderers We Met, The Art of Sucking Up, & The Gender Pay Gap from 2017-10-05T06:00

We begin with a talk about the history of sucking up, and the long literary tradition of writing characters who kiss butt. We find out why some think flattery is more evil than murder. We hear abou...

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EP159: Rivals 3 Regret, Magic of Tidying Up, & the Neurosis of Inspiration from 2017-10-02T06:00

Today we discuss the Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, and why Susie was a skeptic who converted. We hear about Sarah's regrets from Rivals 3, and why she replays the moment. Sarah reveals her doc...

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EP158: Sham Marriages, Robots Who Rape, & Joining a Harem from 2017-09-28T06:00

This episode is silly, but packed with information. We cover a study revealing the best way to teach persistence. We find out the reason boys are better at certain kinds of science (spoiler: it inv...

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EP157: The Stripper Who Killed Nazis, Sarah's Secret, & Cake in Alaska from 2017-09-25T06:00

Today is full of fun facts. We debate whether an item spotted at Hobby Lobby is racist. We find out the mystery of the Wiffle Ball. We discuss the Kevin Durant "scandal," where he was caught tweeti...

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EP156: Dogs are People Too, Visiting an Asylum, & Being Fat in France from 2017-09-21T06:00

Today's show starts with a conversation about how a decimal point might cost Susie $14,000. Then they talk about a new movie called Toilet, which deals with the issue of toilets in India, and how i...

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EP155: Celebrity Conspiracy Theories: Beyonce, Avril, & the Kardashians from 2017-09-18T06:00

Today we discuss celebrity conspiracy theories including whether Beyonce faked her pregnancy and whether she's Solange's mom. We debate whether Khloe Kardashian is OJ Simpson's biological daughter....

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EP154: Reality TV's Wildest Disaster from 2017-09-14T06:00

Today we talk about a controversial issue with two female cast members on Dirty 30. We then learn about some crazy reality shows around the world. Sarah tells us about a new trend in dating called ...

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EP153: Revenge Porn, Stalkers, & the Law w/ Guest Marcia Clark from 2017-09-11T06:00

Today we talk about some of the issues women are facing today including revenge porn, date rape, and stalking, and how social media has made it all much worse. We discuss the documentary Audrey & D...

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EP152: Trivia, Technology, & TMI from 2017-09-07T06:00

Today we discuss a house that was put on the market and went viral for all the wrong reasons. Then Sarah talks about a Hoarders episode about a woman who owned a $2.5M mansion and filled it with st...

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EP151: VMAs Recap, Pink's Speech, & the MMMbop Beatles Connection from 2017-09-04T06:00

We discuss our hilarious adventure to the MTV VMAs, and how we got tickets despite MTV desperately trying to prevent us from coming. Then we move on to a recent video that shows the way we treat ba...

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EP150: Protests, Trigger Warnings, & Victoria's Secret Tragedy from 2017-08-31T06:00

Today we discuss the recent white supremacy marches and the counter-protests, and whether people should tear down the Confederate statues. Plus, we learn about the surprising origins of the chainsa...

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EP149: Sheetcaking, Trolls, & The Magic of Tidying Up from 2017-08-28T06:00

Today we talk about the "sheetcaking" debate, and how to handle racism when we are confronted with it. We discuss aging parents, and what to do with the stuff you inherit, but don't really want. We...

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EP148: Celebrity Worship, Paparazzi, & The Price of Fame from 2017-08-24T06:00

Today's show is all about celebrities, and why we all have stars in our eyes. We explore the sometimes excessive tactics of the paparazzi, and how it ultimately cost Princess Diana her life. We tal...

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EP147: Reality TV Casting, Fidget Spinners, & Childhood Sexism from 2017-08-21T06:00

Todays' show talks about the way reality shows are cast, and how they try to predict the stories. We talk about toy trends, and why fidget spinners won't last as long as Beanie Babies. Plus, we lea...

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EP146: Fantasies, Body Positivity, & Gender in Sports from 2017-08-17T06:00

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 competit...

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EP145: Missing White Women, Catfights on the Challenge, & Curvy Wives from 2017-08-14T06:00

Today we start with a discussion about Elizabeth Smart, who was kidnapped at knifepoint. We talk about why missing white women capture so much media attention. We also learn how our ovulation cycle...

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EP144: Popular Porn, Astrology, & Ouija Board Science from 2017-08-10T06:00

Today we talk about the popular porn searches over the years, and why they change year-to-year. We also hear about the horrible tale of a woman who bleached her own hair. We learn about the science...

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EP143: Magical Scandal, Failed Romance, & World of Pigeons from 2017-08-07T06:00

We discuss a recent scandal in the world of magic, and how "tricky" it can be to be a magician. We debate a recent shutdown of a child's lemonade stand for working without a license. We explore wha...

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EP142: Gay Speak, Psychic Baby Predictions, & Money Buying Happiness from 2017-08-03T06:00

Today we discuss "gay speak" and where it comes from. We also discuss a recent emoji study about the way emojis act as language, and why linguistic scholars are debating their role. Plus, we talk a...

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EP141: Donkey Sauce, Challenge List Debate, & Crazy News from 2017-07-31T06:00

On today's show we talk about Susie's obsession with Guy Fieri's donkey sauce, and talk about if we were Chopped baskets what three ingredients we would be. They also discuss a recent ranking of Ch...

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EP140: R.Kelly's Sex Cult, Bachelor in Paradise Update, & Beyonce Outrage from 2017-07-27T06:00

Today's show covers the R. Kelly sex cult, the recent Bachelor in Paradise scandal, and the Beyonce pic with her twins. Plus, Sarah's friend saw a man taking a full-sized doll in a wheelchair on a ...

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EP139: Adrenaline, Accusations, Advice, & Anatomically-Correct Dolls from 2017-07-24T06:00

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...

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EP138: Celebrities & Reality Stars in Trouble w/ the Law from 2017-07-20T06:00

We noticed a few celebs and reality stars getting in trouble with the law. We discuss some of our favorite reality mugshots, arrests, and bad PR. Plus, we talk about some major celebs like Tiger Wo...

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EP137: Twitter Beefs, Bullying, & Reality TV from 2017-07-17T06:00

We've been noticing a lot of cast members beefing on social media, and a lot of bullying on reality TV. Perhaps this is nothing new, but we felt there was a trend happening. We talk about the idea ...

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EP136: Teen Mom, Rob Kardashian, & Other Scandals from 2017-07-13T06:00

Hear our thoughts on the recent Teen Mom incident where a cast member was driving under the influence of Xanax. We talk about whether producers should have aired the footage of him driving in that ...

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EP135: Stripper Classes, Sexuality, & Seduction from 2017-07-10T06:00

Sarah went to a stripping class, and now she wants to talk about it. Settle in for some seriously sexy time. We find out about Sarah's love-making playlist, and some suggestions for late night lovi...

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EP134: High School Memories, Reunions, & Mascots from 2017-07-06T06:00

Today is a trip down memory lane to high school days. We talk about why Susie (Twitter @susie_meister) and Sarah (Twitter: @imsarahrice) had two totally different experiences, and what was going on...

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EP133:: Tattoos--Fails, Regrets, Trends, & Meaning from 2017-06-29T06:00

This episode is all about tattoos. Sarah talks about her extensive ink, the meaning behind some of her tats, and the ones she'd rather forget. We talk about tattoo fails, trends, and bad choices. S...

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EP132: We Answer Your Questions: Listener Call-in & Advice from 2017-06-26T06:00

You asked, we answered. We are giving advice to our listeners. We hear from one listener who wants to know how to meet new people since she moved to a new city. We hear from a mom who struggles wit...

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EP131: Bachelor in Paradise Update & Interview w/ Reality Steve from 2017-06-22T06:00

Today we go in greater depth about the Bachelor in Paradise situation in light of the recent news that Warner Bros has completed their investigation and found no crime took place. We also talk to R...

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EP130: Bachelor in Paradise Scandal, Sexting, & Sextortion from 2017-06-19T06:00

Today we dive into the news about Bachelor in Paradise shutting down production, and our thoughts about the fallout. We also discuss other headlines that made our wheels turn. Sarah talks about sex...

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EP129: Fame, TMZ, & Life After Reality TV w/ Guest Robinne Lee from 2017-06-15T06:00

Today we look at the weird world of celebrity and fame. We explore the gossip industry and examine the history of TMZ (which is actually really fascinating!). We talk about how violating it can be ...

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EP128: The Keepers, Catholic Church, & Interview w/ Filmmaker Ryan White from 2017-06-12T06:00

Today we discuss the hit Netflix docu-series, The Keepers, which details the unsolved murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik and sexual abuse allegations at the school where she taught. Our conversation is ...

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EP127: Hot Topics--Body Shaming, Cultural Appropriation, & Abortion from 2017-06-08T05:34:24

Sarah is back from Peru and ready for some hot topics. We discuss whether some Portland burrito-makers are guilty of cultural appropriation. Then we tackle the controversy about a high-schooler who...

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EP126: Fighting w/ Producers, Challenge Hook-Ups, & Real Housewives from 2017-06-05T05:26:51

Toady we delve into reality TV (AGAIN!). Susie is in a fight with a producer, and she can't hold back about it any more. We discuss the most scandalous hookups on The Challenge (spoiler: Sarah make...

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EP125: Sarah's Private Messages, Catcalls, & Mommy Dead & Dearest from 2017-06-01T06:00

Susie has a lot of things on her mind, and wants Sarah to weigh in. Find out the best way to get men to regret complimenting you. There's a theory that the worst thing a woman can do is to agree wi...

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EP124: Nerds Unite w/ Neil deGrasse Tyson & Science Mike McHargue from 2017-05-25T06:00

We get totally nerdy after Susie attended a Neil DeGrasse Tyson talk and wanted to impart all my newfound wisdom and scientific musings with the Brainiacs. We discuss the magic of the Periodic Tabl...

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EP123: The Real Word Pt 5: After the Cameras Stop from 2017-05-23T05:03:40

This is the (allegedly) final episode in our series on The Real World. Today we are featuring an interview with a producer, who shares the crew point of view. Even though *technically* the series i...

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EP122: True Crime, Murder, & Women Who Kill from 2017-05-18T07:04:08

Today we're talking about true crime. Sarah describes some strange killers like the "Giggling Granny" and the Demon Midwife. Susie talks about the Oklahoma City documentary on Netflix. And we analy...

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EP121: The Real World Pt 4--Cast Hook-Ups, Showmances & Sex from 2017-05-15T06:42:52

We really should call this episode "Kiss & Tell," because that's basically what this episode is all about. In our 4th episode on The Real World, we discuss hook-ups, showmances, and other shenaniga...

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EP120: Vagina Twins, Sexual Harassment, & Skechers Step-Ups from 2017-05-11T06:00

Today is all about women in the news. We discuss the first woman to officially complete the Boston Marathon and her triumphant return 50 years later. We discuss Chrissy Tiegen's latest admission th...

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EP119: Morality of Sex, Business, & Politics (& Reality TV) from 2017-05-08T06:18:17

Today we're exploring the concept of morality. What makes something good or bad? We discuss the Ashley Madison website, and the cheaters who use it. We debate whether reality shows and their partic...

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EP118: Celebrity Scoops--Caitlyn Jenner, Chris Soules, & Serena Williams from 2017-05-04T06:54:02

This episode is all about the candy and pretty much no brain. Look, we never said we'd have balance. Today we're talking about Jesse Williams' break-up and rumored relationship with Minka Kelly. We...

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EP117: The Real World Pt 3--What Really Happens in the House from 2017-05-01T06:51:40

This is our most informative installment in our The Real World series. We talk about what it's really like living in a Real World house. We talk about the "bat phone," how much interaction the cast...

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EP116: Bill Cosby, Bird Porn, & Eskimo Brothers from 2017-04-27T06:00

Today we discuss our recent outing to the Long Beach Aquarium, and how we got up close and personal with birds doing the nasty. This leads to a discussion about the literal birds and the the bees. ...

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EP115: Scandals: Survivor, United Airlines, & Fergie's Baby from 2017-04-24T06:00

Today we explore some recent headlines including the outing of a transgender contestant on Survivor, and how CBS handled it. We discuss April the Giraffe and her new baby (and the webcam that broad...

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Episode 114: S-Town Podcast, Suicide, & Storytelling from 2017-04-20T06:00

Today's show is about the hit podcast, S-Town, and why it has our brains in a tizzy. S-Town explores themes of racism, sexuality, suicide, grief, greed, class, and intelligence, and it does so with...

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EP113: The Real World Pt 2--Contracts, Microphones, & Sarah's Dad from 2017-04-17T05:23:24

We had so much to say about the show that started reality TV that we decided to do a second part. In this episode, we talk about what it's like to wear microphones all day, everyday. We talk about ...

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EP112: Welcome to The Real World Pt 1--Birth of Reality TV & Interview w/ Judd Winick from 2017-04-13T06:00:14

Today we start getting real about the show that started it all. We talk about how The Real World came to be, reminisce about the early episodes, and we talk about how the show has evolved. We also ...

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EP111: Flat Earth Society, Vaccines, & Climate Change Controversy from 2017-04-10T23:03:26

Who are the people who believe the earth is flat? Why are so many NBA players in denial about us having a round planet? Today we talk about these conspiracy theorists. We talk about vaccines and pe...

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Episode 110: Sarah's Moana Meltdown, Beauty & the Beast Remake, & Disney Feminism from 2017-04-06T05:45:44

This week we re-explore Disney, and its latest incarnations. We talk about the Beauty & the Beast live action remake with Emma Watson (and the outrage over the gay character). Sarah has a full-blow...

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Episode 109: Wedding Disasters, DIYs, Do's & Don'ts from 2017-04-04T00:08:10

We're going to the chapel and talking about weddings. The horror stories, Bridezillas, and inspiring moments from our lives and from our listeners. We discuss how Sarah's brothers almost got arrest...

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Episode 108: Popularity, Going Viral, & Hit-Making from 2017-03-30T06:12:15

Today we're talking about popularity, hits, and going viral. How does popularity "happen" in the digital age. We discuss one-hit wonders, Sarah's obsession with Angry Birds, and the science of maki...

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Episode 107: This Is Us & Interview w/ Executive Producer/Director Ken Olin from 2017-03-28T06:20:53

Today we talk about the hit show of the year, This is Us, and interview the show's executive producer and director, Ken Olin. In addition to the This is Us bonanza, we have a very special co-host! ...

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Episode 106: Harambe the Gorilla, Ringling Bros, & Animal Cloning from 2017-03-23T05:23:19

Lions, tigers, and bears! Today we're talking animals. Sarah is obsessed with the Planet Earth documentary series (which she watches while she smokes doobies), and has now developed an affection fo...

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Episode 105: Body Anomalies, Butt Injections, & the Importance of Eyebrows from 2017-03-21T04:48:30

Today's show is all about the human body--weird things that our human shells do and that we do to ourselves. We explore butt injections and talk about "man boobs." We discuss babies that are born w...

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Episode 104: The Birth of Reality TV, Stealing from PacSun & Childhood Memories from 2017-03-16T16:44:07

We recount stories from our youth including the time Sarah stole from Pacific Sunwear. We learn about the time Susie's neighbor flashed his penis while she was selling candy door-to-door. We relive...

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Episode 103: Television, Theme Songs, & Netflix from 2017-03-13T05:50:21

We talk about how TV has changed over time. We go down memory lane w/ our favorite TV theme songs, explore the single-camera vs. multi-cam debate, and talk about how Friends has some pretty politic...

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Episode 102: Richard Simmons, Celebrity Drama, & Trap Music from 2017-03-09T06:00

As you can see, this episode is a real grab bag of hilarity. We wanted to make another version of our Weird and Wacky series, so we talked about everything from drug use in Nazi Germany to the myst...

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Episode 101: Fertility, Pregnancy, & Vagina Talk from 2017-03-02T06:00

We wanted to get down to the nitty-gritty about pregnancy, fertility, miscarriage, and all sorts of gynecological questions. You've been asking to hear our thoughts on these issues, and we finally ...

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Episode 100: Celebrating 100 Episodes of Laughter & Learning from 2017-02-23T05:57:38

Today is a celebration of our first 100 episodes. We talk about our favorite episodes, answer listener questions, & relive the most hilarious moments and more! This episode is filled with Challenge...

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Episode 99: Bob Ross, Go-Kart Sexism, & Trivial Pursuit from 2017-02-21T02:12:04

Today we wanted to keep the silly stuff rolling, so this week we're celebrating all things leisure. We wanted to take a breather. Movies, bars, books, pools. EVERYTHING that isn't work is on the me...

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Episode 98: Birth Order, Family Dynamics, & Siblings from 2017-02-16T07:00

Today we decided to explore the ways birth order effects your life. Find out whether Susie is a stereotypical youngest child, whether Sarah is a bossy oldest child, and more. We take a quiz to see ...

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Episode 97: Guilty Pleasures, Juicy Scoops, & Secrets from 2017-02-09T07:18:58

Today's episode is all about guilty pleasures. From food to tv shows to well, wine. Find out what our guilty pleasures are. Plus, find out the science of why we feel so damn good when we're indulgi...

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Episode 96: Galentine's Day, Relationships, & Celebrating Love from 2017-02-06T07:25:16

We're discussing love, breakups, marriage, and singlehood in today's show. We especially want to celebrate the women in our life, so we're pretty excited about the idea of thinking about February 1...

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Episode 95: Activism--I Can't Keep Quiet from 2017-02-02T06:05:41

We discuss activism and how to be a person of action. Everything from marching to protesting to downloading an app are all things that can be used to make your mark on the political landscape. We t...

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Episode 94: The Mandela Effect, Marijuana, & Memory Loss from 2017-01-30T23:11:24

Surprise! We're doing two episodes this week. We had so much stuff to talk about that we couldn't fit it into one episode. So here you go! You've been wanting us to talk about the mysterious Mandel...

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Episode 93: Ask Us Anything from 2017-01-26T08:30

Susie and Sarah take calls from listeners and give them advice on everything from love to work to religion. It gets real personal. Find out what we tell a listener who wants to start her own busine...

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Episode 92: Scientology w/ Former Sea Org Member Mike Rinder from 2017-01-19T06:00

Leah Remini's hit A&E show, Scientology and the Aftermath has made a lot of people curious about the inner workings of the religious organization. Today we answer some of those questions. We talk a...

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Episode 91: Invasion--Behind-the-Scenes of MTV's The Challenge from 2017-01-11T06:00

This week we talk about the big news that Challenge:Invasion is coming out on February 7. We don't give away any spoilers, but we speculate based upon what we've heard and the little we know about ...

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BONUS Episode: Death and the Afterlife from 2017-01-06T23:33:37

What's that you say? You need a BONUS episode to get you through the week? Here you go! Today's episode is getting morbid with a discussion about death, dying, and the afterlife. We lament the cele...

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Episode 90: Reading is FUNdamental from 2017-01-05T09:00

Today is all about books, but somehow we got into a long conversation about murderers (leave it to Susie to make that happen). We find out what books changed the way we see the world, why we're so ...

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Episode 89: You Say You Want a Resolution--Goals for the New Year from 2016-12-29T06:00

What's the scientifically best way to stick to a New Year or anytime resolution? We've got the facts here. We discuss tactics for sticking with your goals. We discuss Sarah's newest diet (she lost ...

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Episode 88: Dating & Relationships from 2016-12-22T06:00

Even though we're old married ladies now, we were once swinging singles, and doing a whole lotta mingling. Well, Sarah was. We have horror stories aplenty. Find out why Sarah abandoned her car in t...

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Episode 87: Coping in Trump's America: A How-To Guide from 2016-12-15T08:30

We still aren't over the election results (we're sore losers, and we know it). So we decided to discuss how we're coping (spoiler alert: it involves shopping, drinking, sulking, and eating). In the...

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Episode 86: Holiday Memories & Gift Guide from 2016-12-08T20:06:17

Susie and Sarah are playing Santa and have all the gift ideas you could ever hope for. They are telling you all about adorable items for everyone in your life. Plus, they share their favorite Chris...

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Episode 85: Pop Psychology & Hypnosis from 2016-12-01T07:00

This episode is all about those things in psychology that we don't know whether to believe. Susie and Sarah discuss everything from astrology to hypnosis, and whether they believe it or not. Sarah ...

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Episode 84: Cults, Mind Control, & Religion from 2016-11-24T08:30

You asked for it, so here's our second episode about cults. We discuss Scientology and learn about Sarah's experience taking their "Personality Test." We talk about Charles Manson's Family and how ...

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Episode 83: Post-Election Mourning from 2016-11-17T09:00

The Brain Candy ladies are in a post-election tizzy. They are mourning the loss of their candidate, and as such, kick things off with wine time. Susie and Sarah discuss the 2016 election results an...

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Episode 82: A World of Difference: Susie & Sarah on the Road from 2016-11-10T08:10:56

We visited the University of Pittsburgh  to kick off their International Week, and we discussed our (mis)adventures abroad. We talked about our experiences on the Challenge, what it was like travel...

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Episode 81: (Wo)Men at Work from 2016-11-03T08:00

We kick this episode off with a Wine Time discussion about baths vs. showers. Let's just say Susie is fine soaking in her own filth and Sarah is outraged. The show then moves into the week's theme ...

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Episode 80: Selifes: The Art of the Ideal? from 2016-10-27T09:00

Our recent episodes on millennials made us want to dive deep in to the world of selfies and unpack their meaning and magnitude. Author and selfie aficionado, Rachel Syme, joins us to discuss how an...

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Episode 79: Creepy Clowns, Ghost Stories, & Haunted Houses from 2016-10-20T09:00

We're getting in the Halloween spirit here at the Brain Candy Podcast. We talk about the creepy clowns trolling the country. We debate the virtues of pumpkin spice. We talk about ghosts and how I h...

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Ep. 78: So We've Been Publicly Shamed w/ Jon Ronson from 2016-10-13T09:00

We got to interview author, Jon Ronson, and it is an epic fangirl session. He is the author of our September book club pick, So You've Been Publicly Shamed. He also wrote The Psychopath Test and Me...

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Episode 77: Millennials Part 2 from 2016-10-06T17:56:33

Today's episode is a continuation of the millennial conversation. We discuss gender differences among millennials, politics, religion, and the way technology and humans are colliding. We discuss wh...

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Episode 76: Narcissism, Selfies, & Millennials from 2016-09-29T08:30

We started this episode with the intention of talking about millennials and the allegation that they are self-centered. It quickly turned into, well, us being self-centered. We took quizzes to see ...

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Episode 75: Fetishes & Sarah's Sexy Secret from 2016-09-22T09:00

In this edition of Lifestyles of the Weird and Wacky, we discuss sexual fetishes. We talk about quicksand porn (right?!), and whether there is such a thing as a "weird" fantasy. We wonder what the ...

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Episode 74: Conspiracy Theories 2 from 2016-09-15T09:00

This episode is all about conspiracy theories. We discuss everything from Sandy Hook to the Holocaust and the people who deny their existence. There are people who believe tragedies in the US are g...

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Episode 73: Camping Calamity, Q-Tips, & Colin Kaepernick from 2016-09-08T09:00

Today we discuss why our camping trip when tits up (spoiler: it involves fire and alcohol). We also discuss Mother Teresa, why she is an interesting and complicated religious figure, and why the he...

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Episode 72: Ghostbusters, Burkinis, & Beyonce from 2016-09-01T09:00

Today's episode covers everything from Ghostbusters to the burkini ban. Find out how Susie was involved in the Anthony Weiner scandal, what Sarah thinks of Johnny's recent obnoxious Snapchatting, a...

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Episode 71: Donald Trump & Election 2016 from 2016-08-25T09:00

Welp. We realized there is no way we can talk about the election in a way that's even close to being fair and even-handed, so we called Susie's mom to talk about her love of Donald Trump. She has a...

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Episode 70: Wes Bergmann of MTV's The Challenge Interview from 2016-08-19T09:00

In this week's bonus episode, Wes Bergmann calls in to get some things off his chest. He wanted to talk about Johnny Bananas and Rivals 3. Wes describes why he thinks Johnny did the right thing by ...

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Episode 69: Olympics, Doping, & Sexism from 2016-08-18T09:00

Today's show features a discussion about the Summer Olympics, the sexism we've seen in the way the games are presented and discussed, and a discussion on doping in sports. We have special guest, Ol...

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Episode 68: Rivals 3 Reunion, Aftermath, & Adderall from 2016-08-11T19:01:02

Today Sarah describes life after Rivals 3, the reunion meltdown, the controversial blog Susie wrote, the twitter feuds she had with Spencer Pratt and others, why MTV is covering up Johnny's Adderal...

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Ep. 67 Rivals 3 Finale Recap & Discussion from 2016-08-04T09:00

Today we're discussing the Rivals 3 Challenge finale and how Sarah feels about the show, Johnny Bananas, and his decision regarding the "twist." We talk about whether she has regrets, whether she'd...

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Episode 66: Part 2 80s & 90s Nostagia from 2016-07-27T22:20:49

Last week's episode was so much fun we HAD to do more! We added a part 2 to our 80s and 90s nostalgia. Not only that, but Sarah got a sound effects board, so look out, we have a lot of zany fun on ...

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Episode 65: 80s & 90s Pop Culture Nostalgia from 2016-07-21T06:00

Susie and Sarah are throwing it back and getting nostalgic about their childhoods. We're talking about television shows, toys, cartoons, and theme songs from our young lives. Hey Arnold, U Can't Do...

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Episode 64: Books from 2016-07-14T20:39:52

We love books, and we don't care who knows it. This episode details our literary love, what books inspire us, and how YOU can join our brand new book club! That's right, we are introducing the Brai...

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Episode 63: Abortion from 2016-07-11T22:18:28

If you're looking for an unbiased dialogue about abortion, this is NOT the show for you. We are talking about women's reproductive rights from a strictly pro-choice stance. We aren't even going to ...

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Episode 62: Rivals 3 Halfway Point Recap from 2016-07-11T22:16:06

We're halfway through Rivals 3, and we wanted to check in with Sarah to see how she's feeling. Is she loving this season? Does she want to set the record straight about anything? What's some behind...

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Episode 61: Hair, There & Everywhere from 2016-06-23T09:00:04

We're talking hair today. Culture, race, class, all of these things overlap with hair. How we style it, how people perceive it. Today we'll unpack the various ways hair affects our life. Plus, we'l...

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Episode 60: Serial Killers, Mental Illness, & Forever 21? from 2016-06-16T09:00:29

Susie got a letter from the Unabomber and that inspired this episode all about mental illness, serial killers, and good vs. evil. We explore why some people choose good and why some don't, and whet...

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Episode 59: Men We Love feat. TJ Lavin from 2016-06-09T09:00:15

This episode is packed full of interviews with some of our favorite men. We talk to astrophysicist, Adam Frank about science, women, and why your problems are trivial; then we chat with Miles Kahn,...

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Episode 58: Body Positively Crazy from 2016-06-02T09:00:29

In this episode we discuss how people cope with anxiety and depression. We learn about how Sarah has used food to deal with stress. Plus, she talks about her joy when she had to eat dozens of stuff...

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Episode 57: Reality TV BTS w/ Adam Butler from 2016-05-26T09:00:47

Special guest, Adam Butler, spills the beans on behind the scenes of reality TV from the crew's point of view. He also happens to be Susie's husband. Find out how they met, behind-the-scenes on The...

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Episode 56: Drunken Behavior from 2016-05-23T09:00:47

After years on the Challenge, we both have plenty of stories involving alcohol. We talk about our first drinks, things we've done while drunk, and people who've acted like fools in the house while ...

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Episode 55: Lifestyles of the Weird & Wacky 3 from 2016-05-19T09:00:21

We can't resist--we love talking about lifestyles of the weird and wacky. We discuss the monk who has kept his arm in the air since 1973, what's up with the statue of the Virgin Mary that is weepin...

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Episode 54: Sarah's OCD, The Death of Pizza Hut, & Listener Mail from 2016-05-16T09:00:45

Sarah talks about her anxiety about leaving her hot iron on and how she has OCD tendencies. Susie discusses why her childhood is dead after a recent visit to Pizza Hut. We dig into the listener mai...

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Episode 53: She's Got Personality! from 2016-05-12T09:00:50

Susie and Sarah take personality tests to determine exactly what kind of craziness we're dealing with. They find out if they're introverts, extroverts, or something stranger. They discuss the compo...

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Episode 52: Transgender Bathroom Debate & Other Headlines from 2016-05-09T09:00:05

This episode is inspired by Sarah's favorite Law & Order episodes that are ripped from the headlines. We discuss the transgender bathroom debate, Sarah sings a tribute to Prince, and we talk about ...

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Episode 51: Beauty Hacks from 2016-05-05T09:00:39

We're dishing all of our beauty secrets on this episode! Everything from eyelash extensions and plastic surgery to major beauty fails and Kylie's lip challenge will be discussed today. Sarah shares...

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Episode 50: More Challenge Secrets from 2016-05-02T09:00:58

Did you ever wonder how much cast members get for going on reality shows? Who pays for groceries in the Real World house? What is the biggest secret in of the shows? This episode was supposed to ju...

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Episode 49: Would You Rather...? from 2016-04-28T09:00:27

Susie and Sarah play the age-old favorite game, Would You Rather, in this episode. The game that offers impossible choices with your two silliest smart girls--what more could you ask for. This epis...

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Episode 48: Challenge Secrets from 2016-04-25T09:00:07

You unlocked this episode with your generous donations to our web series Kickstarter! It's packed full of behind-the-scenes Challenge secrets just for you. We talk about secret hook-ups, people who...

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Episode 47: Vaginas from 2016-04-21T09:00:07

We couldn't have a penis episode without also having a vagina episode. Here is our episode devoted to our special lady private parts. We talk about the various shapes and sizes of vaginas, the deba...

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Episode 46: Penis Talk from 2016-04-18T09:00:46

Johnsons. Members. Meatstick. Whatever you call penises (peni?), this episode is all about the silliest body part. We talk about whether size matters, circumcision, and we throw in some testicle ta...

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Episode 45: Gone Bananas (Johnny Bananas) from 2016-04-14T09:00:54

Recently, we found out that our own Sarah Rice is going to be on another MTV Challenge: Rivals 3. The show will feature pairs of co-ed rivals, and Sarah was paired with none other than Challenge le...

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Episode 44: Race from 2016-04-11T09:00:28

This episode was inspired by a recent story about a news anchor who took to her Facebook page (which was connected to her company) and spouted off some prejudiced nonsense about a shooting in the P...

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Episode 43: Trolls from 2016-04-07T09:00

Today we are talking about trolls of the online variety. We talk about what it's like to be trolled online about our appearances on MTV's The Challenge. We analyze the psychology of trolls, and dis...

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Episode 42: Food & Wine w/ Sarah's Husband Part 2 from 2016-04-04T14:49:11

In Part 2 of the Food and Wine series, we're moving into the world of vino. All the Brain Candy listeners know how much we love a good glass of wine, but now we're learning about the wine industry,...

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Episode 41: Food & Wine w/ Sarah's Husband from 2016-03-31T09:00:01

This is the first in a two-part food and wine series with Sarah's beloved husband Landon Patterson. He is the VP of Hundred Acre Wines and is giving us the low-down on our FAVORITE subject. In this...

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Episode 40: This Is Your Brain on Drugs from 2016-03-28T09:00:21

We start out this episode talking about lady stuff (motherhood, relationships, blah, blah, blah), but we move on quickly to drugs and the brain. We discuss my favorite show Intervention, what happe...

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Episode 39: Cold Calling Cast Members from 2016-03-24T08:00:54

We've been known to get a little fast and loose with our contacts list, so today we're taking our Cold Calling segment to a whole new level. We let our fingers do the talking when we call KellyAnne...

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Episode 38: Challenge Mania w/ Gauntlet Queen Sarah Greyson from 2016-03-21T08:00:33

The Challenge OG, Sarah Greyson stops by the studio for a walk down memory lane. She talks about her Road Rules experience, why she is known as the Gauntlet queen, and what she's been up to since h...

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Episode 37: Secrets and Lies from 2016-03-17T08:00:33

This episode is all about Secrets and Lies. We talk about our deepest darkest secrets and why people lie. We discuss how people justify lying and what motivates lies.

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Episode 36: Talkin' Sh*t... from 2016-03-14T08:00:28

This episode was supposed to be about language and where words and phrases come from, but we got a little sidetracked and started talking a little sh*t. We discuss our beefs with Wes from MTV's The...

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Episode 35: Lifestyles of the Weird & Wacky 2 from 2016-03-10T09:00:52

We cannot get enough of the crazy and interesting ways people live their lives. In this episode we return to one of our favorite podcast topics: lifestyles of the weird and wacky. We discuss a woma...

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Episode 34: Beauty & Sexual Attraction from 2016-03-07T09:00:06

The Brain Candy Girls are talking about what makes people attractive, the psychology of attraction, and beauty around the world. We learn about the various gay categories of attractive men. We find...

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Episode 33: Travel from 2016-03-03T09:00:11

We are taking a walk down memory lane and discussing our travel experiences through the years. We relive travel nightmares, our favorite travel destinations, and what locations are still on our buc...

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Episode 32: Trivia and Fun Facts from 2016-02-29T09:00:09

Every so often we have to have a grab bag of fun facts--we can't help ourselves. We are nerds, so today we are going into our little treasure trove of trivia and you will be all the smarter for it....

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Episode 31: Boobs from 2016-02-25T09:00:37

Susie and Sarah talk about everyone's favorite body part: boobs. We discuss the history of boobs in culture, mastectomies, #freethenipple, and more. We've got fun facts about funbags. Whether yours...

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Episode 30: Friendship from 2016-02-22T22:29:04

Susie and Sarah are discussing friendship. They talk about how hard it is to make friends as an adult, what it's like to be "ghosted," and how to get rid of toxic relationships.

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Episode 29: DIYs and Hacks from 2016-02-18T09:00:22

Sarah is teaching us her DIY ways. We talk about all the ways you can get beautiful, affordable art or even make it yourself. We learn about Sarah's best #nailed it fails (there was broken glass in...

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Episode 28: Sleep from 2016-02-15T09:00:39

You might think because this episode is about sleep that it would be a real snoozefest (get it???), but sleep is a fascinating phenomenon. We spend 1/3 of our life doing it, but we know very little...

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Episode 27: Sex from 2016-02-11T09:00:41

Now that we got the Love out of the way, this episode will get into the nitty gritty, the down and dirty, the hot and spicy, sexy stuff. We discuss what gets Sarah's motor running (ahem erotic mass...

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Episode 26: Love from 2016-02-08T15:38:19

We're getting all lovey-dovey over here on the Brain Candy Podcast. Valentine's Day has us all in a tizzy. Find out about Sarah's long stint as a lesbian and why she converted to the straight highw...

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Episode 25: MTV Challenge: Where Are They Now? from 2016-02-04T09:00:19

This episode begins with Susie talking about her Twitter/Instagram beef with another former MTV reality cast member. Susie and Sarah then discuss what happens after the show and how some people see...

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Episode 24: Dance Mom's Jill Vertes from 2016-02-01T14:34:49

Today's episode features special guest, Jill Vertes, from the mega-hit reality show, Dance Moms. She has been on the hit reality show for over five years with her daughter, Kendall Vertes. She will...

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Episode 23: Women We Love from 2016-01-29T09:00:37

We took a little break from our usual format to chat with two of our favorite ladies. Heather Storm is one of the hosts of Velocity TV's Garage Squad, and even though she is normally with an all-ma...

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Episode 22: Comedy w/ Guest Bill Dixon from 2016-01-27T09:00:20

We're getting scientific with comedian Bill Dixon. We talk about what makes something funny, the relationship between a comedian and the audience, and we reveal the joke that was found to be the fu...

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Episode 21: Animals from 2016-01-20T09:00:17

In what is probably our most random episode ever, we are discussing pets and animals today. We discuss Sarah's new French Bulldog, Sigmund, and how she uses her psychology education to train her do...

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Episode 20: Behind-the-Scenes of MTV's The Challenge from 2016-01-13T09:00:44

You asked for it, so we did it! Here is a behind-the-scenes look at MTV's The Challenge. We discuss all of our favorite and not-so-favorite things about America's guilty pleasure. We talk about our...

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Episode 19: 2015 Year in Review from 2016-01-08T09:00:03

The Brain Candy Podcast is looking back on 2015. What a year it was! Special guest, Dr. Oliver Bateman, is here to help us put the biggest events of the year into a historical perspective. Everythi...

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Episode 18: Cults from 2016-01-06T09:00:32

This week we're talking about cults. As a doctor or religion, Susie weighs in on the various new religious movements and how they began. As an expert in psychology, Sarah discusses who tends to joi...

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Episode 17: Conspiracy Theories from 2015-12-23T09:00:01

This week we are talking about conspiracy theories. Whether it's the Grassy Knoll or the Denver Aiport. What's going ON??? We discuss why people get so into conspiracy theories and what they say ab...

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Episode 16: Disney from 2015-12-16T09:00:51

Things are getting magical at the Brain Candy Podcast. This episode is all about the magical world of Disney. Sarah is a super Disney fanatic while Susie is not as sold on the Disney lifestyle. The...

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Episode 15: Body Image from 2015-12-09T09:00:33

Sarah and Susie talk about body image today. They describe what it's like to be on an MTV Challenge and how it affected their self-esteem. They discuss how difficult it can be to be a woman in medi...

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Episode 14: Memory from 2015-12-02T09:00:53

This week we're talking about memory. You know, your brain, and how it stores and recalls information. But we're not going to be all boring, we're giving you tips and tricks on how to remember ever...

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Episode 13: Mindfulness from 2015-11-25T09:00:31

This week, Susie and Sarah are talking about mindfulness and how stay present in the moment. We talk about how hard it can be to remain focused on the present moment when we're distracted with tech...

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Episode 12: Online Dating from 2015-11-18T09:00:29

This week we discuss online dating. First we learn about Sarah's adventures in online dating and how she met her husband. We reveal how eHarmony set Sarah up with a fellow MTV cast member, thus pro...

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Episode 11: Supernatural from 2015-11-11T09:12:05

This week The Brain Candy ladies are talking about the supernatural. We tell personal "ghost" stories and how we reconcile these experiences with our scientific approach to reason. We also speak to...

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Episode 10: Music from 2015-11-04T15:23

Susie and Sarah believe Gloria Estefan was right, and the music's gonna getcha. It got us! We can't quit talking about music. Find out why Susie has perpertual earworms, and why it might mean she h...

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Episode 9: Sports from 2015-10-28T11:01:17

This week, Susie and Sarah are getting sporty. We discuss Sarah's passion for sports, and why Susie gets a sitter's high instead. We talk about David Epstein's book, "The Sports Gene," and why he s...

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Episode 8: Machines and the Mind from 2015-10-21T11:01:56

This week we're discussing how phones, social media, and technology affect relationships. We talk about the New York Times' article "Stop Googling, Let's Talk," and how our obsession with phones ac...

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Episode 7: Crime and Punishment from 2015-10-14T16:29:09

This week, we discuss all things crime-related. We're discussing serial killers, pedophiles, and unsolved mysteries. Plus, we talk the rumors that the blood moon is the start of the end of the worl...

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Episode 6: Lifestyles of the Weird and Wacky from 2015-10-07T06:40:09

Susie and Sarah discuss different lifestyles including a couple who chooses to live their life as if they were in the Victorian era (except for how they blog about it). They also discuss people who...

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Episode 5: The Great Debate from 2015-09-30T14:27

Susie and Sarah talk about feminism and the recent debate Sarah got into on Twitter over equality. One of her fans took issue with Sarah's passionate stance on feminism and the two fo them got into...

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Episode 3: Back to the Future from 2015-09-16T11:06:10

This episode covers the potential advancements of the future. Susie Meister and Sarah Rice discuss self-driving cars, implanted headphones, and the future of mental health. They cover all the ways ...

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Episode 2: Ladies Night from 2015-09-09T13:21:29

Susie Meister and Sarah Rice talk about all things women (well, not ALL things). We discuss the Bechdel test, the Smurfette principle, Amy Poehler, and vocal fry. Sarah reveals that she pretended t...

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Episode 1: This is the true story... from 2015-09-08T07:19:55

This is the true story of two strangers, picked to live in a house, and have their lives taped, to find out what happens when people stop being polite and start getting real. This episode introduce...

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