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There is a new documentary coming out about Olympic breakdancer and academic, Raygun, and we don't know how we're going to be able to wait for its release. In the meantime, we talk about Amanda Knox's decision to try her hand at comedy, and why we think maybe she should do literally anything else. We debate whether it's inappropriate for her to make light of a murder or whether being wrongfully accused means she is a victim too, thus giving her more freedom to make jokes. We hear about a golf cheater and how his life is ruined over the dumbest lie ever told. We find out about an uber driver who has been in jail for years for accidentally transporting marijuana. We debate the rights of a surrogate who refused to terminate her pregnancy despite the agreement she'd made with the birth parents. We discuss why microwave beeps are so annoying. We hear about a football team who used "color theory" to intimidate their opposition in the locker room. We find out why wedding gifts in Japan have less value now and we learn why reading literally any book makes you less likely to die.

00:00 - Dog Adventures, High School, and Licensing Exam Prep

05:47 - Anticipating the Raygun Olympic Breakdancer Documentary

12:02 - Debating Amanda Knox's Controversial Comedy Act

17:14 - The Bumbling Amateur Golfer Caught Cheating

32:34 - The Messy Surrogate Contract Dispute

40:02 - Innocent Uber Driver Jailed for Marijuana Transport

44:50 - The Quest to Silence Annoying Microwave Beeps

53:24 - Coach's Sexist Pink Locker Room Tactic

56:59 - The Fixed Value of Japanese Wedding Gifts

01:03:21 - How Reading Boosts Longevity and Podcast Wrap-up

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Susie spun the birthday wheel at her favorite dive bar, and she'll be riding that high for a while. Sarah watched a documentary called Big Chicken where a comedian looks into the health effects of fast food fried chicken for 28 days, and we learn what he experienced by eating a ton of fried chicken. We discuss the ways your personality can change if you want it to, and we consider how our personalities changed after we were on reality tv. Sarah explains why she is accused of being a "pick me" girl, why she chooses optimism, and how she adjusted her natural tendencies over time. Susie shares what it felt like when she went on tv at 18 and how it changed how she experienced the world and gave her social anxiety in certain environments. We debate whether people should be making out in public, and discuss the rise in people policing public displays of affection.

00:00 - Susie Spins the Giant Birthday Wheel at North Park Lounge

04:59 - Why the Rice Family Avoids Being a Burden to Others

11:52 - Sarah Reviews 'Big Chicken' Documentary and Fast Food Effects

18:11 - The Link Between Processed Foods, Brain Health, and Food Deserts

28:05 - How Brain Science Shows Personality Can Be Changed

39:08 - How Reality TV Changed Sarah and Susie's Personalities

53:36 - Debating the Rise of Anti-PDA Culture and Public Affection

01:01:50 - Podcast Outro, Promos, and Patreon Information

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Sarah got Susie amazing birthday gifts, and you all are going to be very jealous! We learn the science of left-handedness, why it's still so mysterious, and what makes it so exceptional among animals. We discuss the new Monsters of God docuseries, which covers the reptile and snake trade, smuggling, and the ways the criminals are in cahoots with zoos. We find out the history of the ice industry, and learn why it is so dang fascinating, what affects business that you'd NEVER expect, and why it should be treated like water and electricity in terms of its role as a public utility.

00:00 - Whistle Controversy, Thoughtful Gifts, and Befriending Crows

09:00 - Celebrating Jesse's 40th with a High School Dance Party

13:31 - Unraveling the Science and History of Left-Handedness

23:02 - Uncovering the Dark World of Reptile Smuggling and Zoos

38:19 - The Fascinating History and Essential Role of the Ice Industry

53:09 - Discussing Perez Hilton's Live-Streamed Mental Health Crisis

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Sarah is still in her Camp Era, and that includes giving us tips on nobody's-favorite-game, Simon Says. She is ruthless. We discuss why kids still get homesick sometimes when they're at camp, but now counselors are noticing that parents are "kid-sick," and have separation anxiety while their kids are away. Sarah offers an ADHD life hack that she created after becoming obsessed with the camp salad bar. Susie is just amazed that she's rolling the dice eating lettuce during a national parasitic outbreak. We discuss a funny Jimmy Kimmel clip that made Susie think about sunken cost fallcy and the plasticity of our minds. We learn about a man whose window on a flight broke, depressurizing the plane, and sucking his head outside while his wife had to hold on to him. Sarah rants about the price of margaritas at the Fresno airport, which is not a relatable story, but is hilarious.

00:00 - Susie's Red Lips and Wild Stories Ahead

00:44 - The ADHD Friend Who Disappears and Reappears

02:27 - The Challenges of Kids' Medications at Summer Camp

08:33 - Sarah's Simon Says Trick for Managing Feral Campers

10:22 - How Technology is Ruining Camp Independence

19:58 - Sarah's ADHD Life Hack: The Refrigerator Salad Bar

23:45 - Processed Meats and Post-Camp Health Check-up

29:01 - Bewitched, Simpsons, and Mom's Onion Remedies

30:29 - Jimmy Kimmel, Placebo Effect, and Brain's Weirdness

35:32 - Surviving a Flight Nightmare and Expressing Airline Rage

47:06 - Apologies to the Dodo: Not Dumb, Just Misunderstood

52:44 - Outrageous Margarita Prices at Fresno Airport

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It's Susie's birthday and she joined AARP and is pretty stoked about her trunk organizer. Sarah is rolling the dice on eating lettuce when the stakes are pretty high these days. We learn why dogs do that weird circular positioning thing when they have to poop, and the reason researchers can't figure out why they do it. We discuss a Super K employee who was fired and sued by the company after he bought a winning lottery ticket from the store. We talk about an Usher concert where a woman got uncomfortable after being brought on-stage, and why he is now on our list of potential problem celebs. We hear about a man who was impaled on a hike, walked 10 miles with the pole in him, and survived. We discuss the bear infestation and how Sarah needs to be more prepared. And we hear why Susie had an emotional breakdown when she lost cellphone and GPS capability.

00:00 - Celebrating Susie's Birthday with AARP and Trunk Organizers

07:24 - Sarah's Camp Food Adventures and Podcast Community Love

12:53 - Unraveling Animal Mysteries: Dog Poop, Salmon, and Octopuses

21:47 - Cashier Wins Lottery, Super K Sues: A Legal Battle

26:50 - Usher's On-Stage Incident and Our Celebrity Problem List

40:22 - The Impaled Hiker Who Walked 10 Miles to Avoid Bills

46:02 - Dealing with Bear Infestations and Wilderness Preparedness

53:26 - Cliffhanger: Guy Sucked Out of Plane & Podcast Farewell

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Sarah's brainstorming her camp plans for this summer, and she just might solve climate change single-handedly. We learn about "dopamine sites" in Asia, where people can pretend to shop or order food to get a hit of dopamine, but they're not actually buying anything. And we have a theory that it's not what it seems (sPoOoOkY!). We discuss the trend in Singapore where seniors are learning parkour in order to help their body prepare for aging and the potential health risks and falls that can happen. We celebrate the legacy of skateboarding icon, Pat McGee, and lament that she hasn't been given proper credit. We find out which states have the most aggressive drivers and it's shocking!

00:00 - Fired for Publicity: A Challenge Reunion?

02:25 - Heatwaves, Wildfires, and a Family Tradesy

09:49 - Simulated Shopping and the Data Farming Theory

14:18 - Too Famous for Jeopardy, Not for Celebrity

20:52 - Singapore Elders Prevent Falls with Movement

33:30 - Celebrating the First Female Pro Skateboarder

50:44 - Road Rage Hotspots and Why We're Angry

54:37 - Temperature Manipulation and Sports Betting Ethics

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Sarah is headed off to camp, and she plans for her mission to fight littering and reminisces about the worst "plague" year at camp. We hear about terminal lucidity, where caregivers report dementia patients "returning" to their normal selves just before death, and how it relates to near-death experiences. We learn the science behind why Moana Mania is sweeping the nation, and the reasons why children are obsessed with watching the movie. Scientists eavesdropped on people and learned shocking details about the way we live, communicate, and behave, and how it's different from 20 years ago. Plus, some surprising info they learned from the study about cancer patients, kids with asthma, and why people sigh (!).

00:00 - Sarah's Camp Mission and Personal Anecdotes

08:53 - Exploring Terminal Lucidity and Near-Death Experiences

25:38 - The Truth About Longevity and Aging Research

37:24 - The Science Behind Moana's Enduring Popularity

46:43 - The Eavesdropping Study on Declining Conversation

56:17 - Eavesdropping Reveals Health and Communication Patterns

01:00:25 - Navigating Life with Intentional Brain Engagement

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We discuss Sarah's algorithm and why it's feeding her lavender marriages, and we debate their merits. We discuss the Presbyterian church debating whether to let their clergy be in polyamorous relationships. Sarah names some of the rules and courtesies the Washington Post says apply to people going on group vacations. Susie seems to be mad about power banks for some reason, so we have to hear about that. We discuss the documentary If You're Happy And You Know It, on musicians who write songs for children, and we learn why kids are the wildest fan base, the traits of a song that helps make it stick with children, and why dancing is so important for little ones. We consider what makes an addiction an addiction, and Susie wonders whether we're all addicted to something.

00:00 - Welcome to the Brain Candy Podcast

00:23 - Debating Non-Traditional Relationships and Church Rules

05:12 - Essential Rules for Group Vacation Rentals

14:29 - Susie's Frustration with Uncharged Power Banks

19:35 - Navigating Shared Spaces on Group Vacations

29:42 - The Wiggles and Kids' Love for Movement

35:32 - Exploring Compulsions and Reward Pathways in Life

43:35 - Casper Baby Pants and Baby Shark's Origin

50:27 - Michigan Bill Protects Young Entrepreneurs

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Sarah is back from the Windy City, and boy are her arms tired. Susie's whole body is tired because she had to lead a cat rescue operation. We discuss the Bang My Box documentary about Robin Byrd's New York cable access show in the 80s, and how she was a gay icon and advocate, but got spooked by the internet. We learn why Burning Man was in distress over Covid, why white people love the festival, and why we wish there was a Burning Man for nerds. We hear about a fella who cut off his member and set his neighbor's house on fire. We learn why there are far more shellfish now than there used to be. And we get a shocking update about the mountain climber who left his girlfriend in the Alps to die of hypothermia, and what happened when he was tried for negligent murder.

00:00 - Sarah's Windy City Adventures and Toy Story 5 Review

06:26 - Susie's Wild Cat Rescue and Pet Parenthood

14:56 - Exploring the Provocative 'Bang My Box' Documentary

22:11 - Sarah's Glowing Review of OneSkin Skincare

24:03 - Unpacking Burning Man's Allure and Controversies

33:53 - Thanking Donors and Lottery Pool Last Call

35:54 - Unbelievable Headline: Penis, Garage, and Fire

39:17 - Octopus and Squid Now Classified as Shellfish

43:19 - The Tragic Alpine Death and Climber's Trial

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Susie is throwing a party and would like you people to start RSVP-ing. Do people think that is optional?? We try to figure out why Sarah dated so many narcissists and we decide whether that's why she likes Susie (lol). We learn about a new job at a dating company that we think we would crush--Chief Break-up Officer, who breaks up with people on behalf of someone. What. Sarah asks a really thought-provoking question: what was the last CD we ever bought, and we can't quit thinking about it. And we debate what age it is when someone "officially" becomes an adult.

00:00 - Defying Cancellations and the Frustration of RSVPs

11:53 - Discovering New Artists with SoFar Sounds Experiences

15:39 - Applying for the Chief Breakup Officer Role

25:09 - The Loss of Ownership in Digital Purchases

34:59 - Exploring the True Age of Adulthood and Brain Changes

49:46 - The Struggle for Healthy Choices in Modern Society

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