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Sarah has a new enemy, and its electronic behemoth, Best Buy. Apparently they want to charge you to recycle your goods, and she ain't having it. Susie's having better luck with her appliances, and shares a hack for getting a free toaster (or something?). We hear about a brawl that broke out over a beach chair that left a man dead. Susie explains why Pittsburghers encourage "saving" your parking spot, but Sarah's not so sure she likes this idea. We learn about tech-bro-turned-longevity-bro, Bryan Johnson's surprising new diagnosis that might undermine his life's mission to live forever. Susie's cats have tapeworms. She is none-too-pleased. And a woman was given permission to keep a pet alligator, and we have to admit, it's adorable even though it's super weird and probably bad for the reptile.

00:00 - The Curious Case of Sarah J. Rice's Instagram

01:37 - Outrage Over Best Buy's Electronic Recycling Fees

13:36 - How to Get a Free Appliance Through Recalls

19:15 - The Deadly Brawl Over a Resort Lounge Chair

31:43 - Understanding Pittsburgh's Sacred Parking Chair Tradition

39:00 - Why Dumb Phones Create Problems for Others

49:38 - Bryan Johnson's Longevity Quest Meets Autoimmune Reality

58:25 - Dealing with Fleas, Tapeworms, and Childhood Worms

01:03:10 - The Adorable Story of Florida's Pet Alligator

01:07:03 - Thanks for Listening and Supporting the Show

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Sarah talks about restaurant owners who are sick of patrons letting their children run amok. Sarah learns about a study that determined a love for chocolate isn't just for humans. Turns out, rats can't get enough either and they scream (literally!) for it! Sarah is prepping for her next career as a shopping consultant to help us become smart shoppers. We learn why Ozempic has changed the food industry and increased spiciness in foods. We theorize why eating ice cream defies logic because for some reason it makes people healthier and live longer.

00:00 - Susie's Meme Rampage and Lesbian Chic Video

04:30 - Rethinking Men, Wives, and Household Contributions

13:02 - Restaurant Rules: Kids, Diapers, and Fines

21:10 - Secretly Grafting Fruit Trees in Public Spaces

34:32 - Rats Scream for Chocolate, Plus Smart Shopping Tips

50:21 - Ozempic's Impact on Food and Ice Cream Longevity

58:37 - Grandma's Secret to Longevity: Eat Ice Cream

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Sarah got her first mammogram, and it as both easier and harder than she expected. Susie has a shocking new poo story about an athlete who soiled herself in a competition, kept going, won, and then made everyone mad. We learn about a man who was pulled over for drunk driving, but in addition to being wasted, this guy was...BLIND. Hear how he managed to drive without sight. Scientists have analyzed decades of school pictures, and found that people smile much wider than they used to, and we want to know why. Cats are trying to talk to us, and researchers are figuring out what they're saying. And Susie talks about the Mr. T documentary, and how he made the most of his humble begins to become an American icon.

00:00 - Kicking Off Episode 1046 Whistle-Free

01:21 - Sarah's Emotional Journey Through Her First Mammogram

08:11 - Discussing E-Bike Dangers After a Son's Accident

13:52 - The Shocking Story of the Unapologetic Poop Athlete

27:20 - The Incredible Tale of a Blind Drunk Driver

33:14 - Analyzing Decades of Wider Smiles in School Photos

44:20 - Scientists Decode What Your Cat's Meows Mean

52:20 - Exploring Mr. T's Life, Icon Status, and Legacy

01:02:13 - Wrapping Up with Last Thoughts and Listener Call

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Sarah's a horse whisperer, so when she goes riding she gets the naughty boys. We learn why a Utah lake is drying up. Sarah believes school notebook colors correspond with certain subjects, and even though it makes no sense, she's right. A new show, Not a Sound, about a hearing-impaired woman, cast an actress who is hearing, and some people aren't happy about it. Hear our thoughts. Sarah explains why walking amongst trees physically changes your body. We talk about invasive species and how we hate their guts. Susie states the obvious, and explains why she can't hack it in the out of doors. But she sure knows a lot about owls, and if you listen, you will too.

00:00 - Episode Introduction and Lou Dog's Antics

02:17 - Sarah's Estes Park Horseback Riding Adventure

09:20 - Environmental Impact of the Drying Great Salt Lake

13:30 - Special Discount from Caraway Home Cookware

16:14 - Unanimous Agreement on School Notebook Colors

25:57 - Exclusive Deals from Hungryroot and Cozy Earth

28:19 - Ellen Pompeo and Hearing-Impaired Casting Debate

36:12 - How Trees Physically Change Your Blood Chemistry

41:00 - Invasive Species, Outdoor Aversion, and Unknown Knowledge

49:08 - Amazing Facts About Owl Auditory Systems

54:10 - Scientist Deciphers Zebra Finch Vocalizations

59:27 - Teaching Lou Dog to Communicate with Buttons

01:04:50 - Final Thoughts and How to Support the Podcast

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Sarah passed her therapy licensing test, and now she feels like a new woman. We discuss what personal life information influencers "owe" their followers, why some people believe the influencers lose their privacy in exchange for online success, and how the two of us navigate our personal lives in the public eye. We hear which achievements in science won Ig Nobel Prizes this year. We talk about a second grade teacher who got sick of her students passing gas in class, so she came up with a strange "solution." Hear our thoughts. Sarah explains what she will do in order to avoid using Port-a-potties, and the insane way one man fell in one. Susie talks about the Wheel of Fortune announcer who was fired after someone allegedly saw him in a predator chatroom on a flight. We find out why some people are claiming meditation can actually be harmful and cause terrible side effects in certain people.

00:00 - Celebrating Sarah's Therapy License Achievement

07:52 - What Do Influencers Owe Their Followers?

24:14 - Unconventional Research Wins Ig Nobel Prizes

34:38 - Teacher Creates 'Gas Station' for Students

42:49 - The Insane Porta Potty Accident Story

48:20 - Shocking Celebrity News and Public Figures

55:50 - Exploring the Unexpected Risks of Meditation

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We're not blowing our whistles anymore, but if we were we would do it about thong underwear. Susie used to swear up and down that they were her preferred cut, but now she says that wasn't true. And she has a way to find out whether you think they're the most comfortable underwear as well. We discuss the problem with American bananas, and why a monocrop could lead to losing them altogether. Susie explains why produce can't compete with junk food. Sarah describes a study where people have to name the things they would give up to live ten years longer, and why Susie would be happy to give up any of them.

00:00 - From Thongs to Boxers: The Quest for Underwear Comfort

09:02 - Achieving Long, Luscious Hair with Nutrafol Supplements

11:38 - Calling the Police: A Bystander's Dilemma and No Closure

18:26 - Disneyland Paris: When a Ride Breaks Down and You Walk Off

26:38 - The Looming Threat to Bananas: Monocrops and Fungus

32:26 - The Inconsistency of Produce vs. The Reliability of Junk Food

34:06 - The Undeniable Benefits of Therapy for Personal Growth

37:44 - What Americans Would Give Up for 10 Extra Years of Life

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Today we're talking about the Death of a Pastor's Wife documentary, which, with it's religion, cyberstalking, and marital control themes, got us going down a dark path. We hear about the scammer, Daejon Love, who convinced 26 women he was the star player for the 49ers, and got them to give him $1.3M. We learn about "Baby Jessica's" recent run-in with the law, and while we don't condone her actions, we can see how someone could resent having their identity hinge on being infamous from their toddler years. We discuss a man who hiked Mt. Fuji with his 7yo, and after the boy started whining, he left him there with only a snack as he continued his hike for hours. We talk about the Lindsay Clancy trial, the conspiracy theories, and why her case is about the need for postpartum care, good therapy, and good doctors. We debate a recent conversation we had about how long one should keep their undies. And we find out what a 3,000 year old mummy smells like, and what scholars are doing to keep the smell alive.

00:00 - Autumn Anticipation, Rocky Mountains, and Flea Infestation

08:39 - Unpacking the Dark Truth of a Pastor's Wife

20:24 - Love: Scamming Women as a Fake 49er

29:36 - Baby Jessica's Infamy and Domestic Violence Arrest

44:24 - 3000-Year-Old Mummy Smells and Underwear Debate

53:24 - Join Our Patreon and Candy Club Book Discussions

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Sarah wants people to stop with the obscure and niche wedding dress codes that make no sense. We learn about a study that showed how the brain scans of people can predict who they'll be friends with regardless of common interests and personality types. We hear about "local sleep," which allows you to "sleep" in tiny increments throughout the day when you are otherwise fully awake. Sarah explains how primates arrange playdates for their babies just like humans. And we relive the worst sushi experience of our lives.

00:00 - Reliving Childhood Fashion Trends and Style Choices

06:53 - The Absurdity of Niche Wedding Dress Code Demands

17:20 - How Brain Scans Predict Future Friendships and Connections

26:02 - A Delicious Dive into Olives and Dirty Martinis

27:39 - Understanding Local Sleep and Brain's Need for Rest

40:36 - Primates Arrange Playdates Just Like Human Parents

45:00 - Why Bear Attacks Are on the Rise in Colorado

51:20 - The Best Leftovers and Our Worst Sushi Experience

01:04:48 - Episode Wrap-Up and How to Connect with Brain Candy

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Susie watched the Boeing documentary, Freefall, which exposes the company's negligence that likely led to many of the recent airplane crashes, malfunctions, and fatalities. We learn about a Titanic-themed slide a family installed on their farm, which infuriated residents who thought it was insensitive. We debate whether making light of the tragedy is inappropriate or people are being overly sensitive. We learn the crazy reason clownfish lose all but one of their stripes as they age. We hear about a man paying a ton of money for a matchmaker, but has been on 40 first dates, and hasn't found Mrs. Right. We think we know why. In the middle of recording Susie receives dozens of texts about Dolly Parton's death, and we eulogize her on the fly. We learn what happens in the brain when we have an "aha moment." And we find out that humans are not the only animals who have pets.

00:00 - Personal Updates, Exam Stress, and Comedy Show Mishaps

11:27 - Unpacking Boeing's Negligence and Air Travel Anxiety

20:29 - Is a Titanic-Themed Slide Insensitive or Harmless Fun?

29:15 - Peer Pressure Makes Clownfish Lose Their Stripes

34:09 - Why a $25,000 Matchmaker Client Stays Single

44:30 - An Emotional Eulogy for Dolly Parton (False Alarm)

49:25 - Exploring the Science Behind Our "Aha" Eureka Moments

01:00:32 - The Evolutionary Enigma of Animals Keeping Pets

01:08:17 - Reflecting on Cultural Grief and Saying Farewell

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We learn what people think are the most romantic cities in the U.S. to go on a date, and we're just glad Vegas wasn't on the list. Sarah reveals the most disturbing fact Susie says we've ever learned on the show--it's a statistic about men's underwear and we are NOT OK (and clearly, neither are men). We find out about Matt Damon's (female!) stunt double, and why she is our badass bitch of the week. We hear what the secret is to being a "supermover" in old age, and we aspire! Sarah talks about her love of Thrifty Ice Cream, and how one business owner is keeping it alive. We hear how a group of students is solving cold cases and we discuss how some relatives of criminals like Charles Manson worry the evil acts of their family member might reflect on their own characters.

00:00 - Brain Candy Club and Tombstone Philosophy

02:06 - Keypad Installation and Appliance Woes

11:52 - Unveiling America's Top Romantic Destinations

18:01 - The Disturbing Truth About Men's Underwear Habits

26:49 - Meet Devin Dalton, Matt Damon's Female Stunt Double

29:26 - Simple Tests to Gauge Your Functional Fitness

34:14 - The Unsung Heroines of Stunt Performance

41:21 - How Fast Walking Boosts Brain Health in Old Age

47:02 - The Surf Shop Keeping Thrifty Ice Cream Alive

51:23 - Al's Job Impact and the Joy of Fidget Toys

53:36 - High School Students Reignite Unsolved Murder Investigations

56:51 - Exploring the Legacy of Charles Manson's Family

01:02:44 - Final Thoughts and Community Engagement

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