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What if you could erase your memory of iconic media to experience it like new?

Hosts Red & Del dive into the shows, games, and music they wish they could "mind wipe"—from reality TV’s hidden depth to genre-defining games and anthemic bands. Discover why some masterpieces hit harder the first time, how pop culture can reshape us, and why "rewatching blind" might be the ultimate joy.

No spoilers, just pure nostalgia!

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Welcome to the first ever Cseudoscience Cunday (pronounced: Pseudoscience Sunday)!

Red & Del take a deep, chaotic dive into phrenology - the bizarre pseudoscience of skull bumps determining personality. Why does this Victorian nonsense matter today? How does it tie into Django Unchained? Discover the red flags of pseudoscience, how grifters operate then & now, and why you should go to therapy.

Get an honest, unfiltered breakdown of dangerous myths with your favorite easily distractible duo on Distraction Dive!

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Red and Del are back to ruin your standards, but only in the best way. 

What makes someone a keeper in friendships, work, love, and life? Trying their best to flip the script on their "Ick List" episode by diving into the green flags we often overlook. From the magic of "consistent kindness" to spotting cult-like toxicity (sorry, Disney adults), this episode is about building healthier connections, even beyond romance!

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Why do millions swear by the 5 Love Languages, even though they’re not based on real cognitive science? Red and Del dive into the origins of Gary Chapman and his relationship theory, from its evangelical roots to its effects on pop culture.

Was “Words of Affirmation” just a way to avoid couples therapy? 

Do “Acts of Service” secretly enable lazy partners? 

We’re dissecting the viral psychology behind why these categories stick (and why they might be missing the point). 

Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or a certified skeptic, this episode’s mix of snarky banter and surprising history will make you rethink how you love—and laugh at the chaos along the way.

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Sources:

Books:

Chapman, Gary. The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate. Northfield Publishing, 1992.

Chapman, Gary. Chapman, Gary. The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts". Moody Publishers, Feb. 2015.

Journal Articles:

Hertenstein, Matthew J., et al. "Moving Toward a Model of Expressive Communication in Early Relationships: A Review of Touch." Current Directions in Psychological Science, vol. 33, no. 5, 2023, pp. 407–414. SAGE Journals, https://doi.org/10.1177/09637214231217663.

Koessler, Raphael, et al. "A Systematic Review of Love." Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 2023.

"Study Refutes Concept of Love Languages." The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 21 Aug. 2023, https://www.psychiatrist.com/news/study-refutes-concept-of-love-languages/.

Web Articles:

"The Psychology Behind the 5 Love Languages." University of Arizona Global Campus, 24 Jan. 2022, https://www.uagc.edu/blog/the-psychology-behind-the-5-love-languages.

"Meet the Author: Gary Chapman." Equipping the Church, https://equippingthechurch.com/post/meet-the-author-gary-chapman.

"The Love Languages Are a Hoax by a Southern Baptist Pastor." Medium, https://medium.com/belover/the-love-languages-are-a-hoax-by-a-southern-baptist-pastor-cc9cd0e4b340.

"Dr. Gary Chapman Speaks at Chamber Breakfast: All You Need Is Love." Salisbury Post, 28 Jan. 2018, https://www.salisburypost.com/2018/01/28/dr-gary-chapman-speaks-at-chamber-breakfast-all-you-need-is-love/.

"Gary Chapman’s Secret Fame: The Five Love Languages." Christianity Today, Sep. 2021, https://www.christianitytoday.com/2021/09/gary-chapman-secret-fame-five-love-languages/.

5 Love Languages. https://www.5lovelanguages.com

Dr. Raquel Martin, Ph.D. @raquelmartinphd. Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/raquelmartinphd/reel/Cwd1em2MnYv/.

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🚨POPULAR ANIME SPOILERS AHEAD!!🚨

Join Red & Del as they rank their all-time favorite anime in this hilarious and brutally honest tier list episode!

With only 3 S-Tier spots, where will your favorites land?

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Snopes started as a site about cheating spouses and urban legends, now it’s a battleground for America’s trust issues.

In this episode, Red & Del  tear into the absurd history of fact-checking, why debunking myths makes people rage-quit reality, and whether the truth even stands a chance in the US anymore.
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Snopes. About Snopes. Retrieved from https://www.snopes.com/about/

Snopes. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Retrieved from https://www.snopes.com/faqs/#snopes

Fast Company. Inside Snopes: The rise, fall, and rebirth of an internet icon. Retrieved from https://www.fastcompany.com/90901113/inside-snopes-the-rise-fall-and-rebirth-of-an-internet-icon

Yahoo Finance. Snopes co-owners acquire remaining stake. Retrieved from https://finance.yahoo.com/news/snopes-co-owners-acquire-remaining-140000348.html

NPR. (2005, August 27). Snopes.com: Debunking myths in cyberspace. Retrieved from https://www.npr.org/2005/08/27/4819108/snopes-com-debunking-myths-in-cyberspace

Poynter. International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN). Retrieved from https://www.poynter.org/ifcn/

LinkedIn. Drew Schoentrup. Retrieved from https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewschoentrup

New York Post. (2017, July 25). Bitter divorce fuels Snopes’ slow demise. Retrieved from https://nypost.com/2017/07/25/bitter-divorce-fuels-snopes-slow-demise/

NPR. (2017, July 26). Fact-checking website Snopes is fighting to stay alive. Retrieved from https://www.npr.org/2017/07/26/539576135/fact-checking-website-snopes-is-fighting-to-stay-alive

The New York Times. (2021, August 13). Snopes co-founder accused of plagiarism. Retrieved from https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/13/business/media/snopes-plagiarism-David-Mikkelson.html

New York Post. (2021, August 13). Banned Snopes co-founder plagiarized dozens of stories. Retrieved from https://nypost.com/2021/08/13/banned-snopes-co-founder-plagiarized-dozens-of-stories/

Yahoo Entertainment. Snopes retracts 54 stories, suspends co-founder. Retrieved from https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/snopes-retracts-54-stories-suspends-181713596.html

BuzzFeed News. Snopes co-founder accused of plagiarism. Retrieved from https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/deansterlingjones/snopes-cofounder-plagiarism-mikkelson

Snopes. (2025, January 20). Musk Nazi salute story. Retrieved from https://www.snopes.com/news/2025/01/20/musk-nazi-salute/

Associated Press. Technology and business news. Retrieved from

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Today is the day to take a dive into the hilarious and heartfelt world of ADHD with Del and Red.

In this episode, they share their personal diagnosis journeys. From Del’s early-life diagnosis to Red’s later-in-life "aha" moment, and unpack their favorite (and least favorite) symptoms. Whether it’s hyperfixations, time blindness, or the eternal struggle to adult, no stone (including politics) is left unturned in this laugh-out-loud, deeply relatable conversation. This episode is equal parts comedy, camaraderie, and chaos.

Tune in for the laughs, and stay for the "wait, that’s not just me?!" moments.

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Join Del and Red  as they dive into the ultimate list of "icks", those little, and not-so-little, things that make you cringe in dating, relationships, and life in general. From the hilariously trivial to the seriously relevant (yes, they’re talking politics), this episode is equal parts laugh-out-loud funny and thought-provoking. Whether you’re here for the relatable rants or the unexpected deep dives into modern-day icks, this episode has something for everyone.

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⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains brief references to psychological abuse, distressing research methods, and discussions of harmful language.
We handle it with care, but if you need to skip sections, we totally get it. ⚠️

(Also known as the Cloth Mom/Wire Mom episode)
In this episode, Red and Del dive into the life and deeply questionable work of Harry Harlow, the man who made attachment theory famous, but at what cost? And for WHY??? We explore his monkey studies (with minimal details), discuss how his research shaped modern psychology, and unpack the messy legacy left behind.

Stick around to the very end of the podcast, Editor Jordan promises to leave you with a laugh after all of this. 

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Also known as the "Love Letter to Life and the People We Love" Episode

Join Red and Del as they dive into the moments that define u, the inflection points in life that shape who we are, who we become, and how we see the world. In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode, they explore the moments they’re grateful for, the lessons they’ve learned (sometimes the hard way), and whether they’d change anything if given the chance.

From serendipitous encounters to hard-fought growth, Red and Del reflect on the people, decisions, and experiences that have left an indelible mark on their lives.

Whether you’re reflecting on your own journey or just need a reminder to appreciate the twists and turns of life, this episode is a love letter to the moments—and the people—that matter most.

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