The Brain Candy Podcast

By Susie Meister PhD & Sarah Rice AMFT

Laugh and learn with Susie Meister PhD & Sarah Rice MFT from MTV's The Challenge as they cover psychology, pop culture, human interest, and science, and make everything from The Kardashians to

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August 27, 2020 448: Crossword Crime, Glowing Diary, & Microsoft Genome
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 so important. We hear about an elderly woman who defaced a museum exhibit (& she might be our soulmate). Sarah reveals why you have to wear a hazmat suit to read Marie Curie's diary. And we get fired up about Microsoft making scientists change the name of human genes.
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59min
August 24, 2020 447: Psychoanalysis, Blockbuster Hotel, & Murder Movie
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 wants to be a Chili's brand ambassador. Sarah describes a situation where kids used an app in search of adventure and stumbled across a suitcase carrying human remains. For real. Then Sarah casually reveals she once saw a human thrown from a moving vehicle.
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57min
August 20, 2020 446: Angry Dancing, Itch from Hell, & Eel Mystery
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 review of Footloose. We find out why cats are becoming consumers of YouTube content. We learn about the mystery of eels, and it is freaking us out. And we get the scoop on why razors are made of steel but somehow dulled by tiny little hairs. Plus, find out how the ancient Romans wiped their bums.
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53min
August 17, 2020 445: Child Stars, Success Addicts, & Cotton Candy Miracle
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 talks about a documentary that is giving Sarah the creeps. We discuss the Red Table Talk between Will & Jada. And why working models are referred to in the past tense. We learn why some people would rather be successful than happy. Plus, we find out why cotton candy might help save lives.
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55min
August 13, 2020 444: Museum Horseplay, Pandemic Depression, & Ghost Writing
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 most people are feeling during the pandemic (spoiler: depression & anxiety). We learn why Sarah's romantic getaway put her life at risk. Plus, we talk to Bess Kalb whose book, Nobody Will Tell You This But Me, allowed her to write in the voice of her deceased grandma.
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57min
August 10, 2020 443: Evangelical Honeymoons, Sexy Doctors, & Chicken Lady
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 you cope w/ trauma. We discuss a secret language gay people use. Susie is disturbed by a trend among evangelicals to post about their wedding nights. Sarah describes why some people have psychotic breaks where they dissociate w/ reality. Plus, hear the best way to build a sandcastle.
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55min
August 06, 2020 442: 90 Day Fiance, Bathing Rituals, & One-Sided Sex
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 why the show is fascinating. We explore bathing and hygiene rituals around the world. Plus, we hear about a man who lost feeling in his leg due to, you guessed it, poo problems.
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57min
August 03, 2020 441: Scream Into the Void, History of the Walkman, & Black Fish
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 history of the Walkman, & why creators were shocked by the reaction to their invention. Sarah reveals the technology limitations in the Real World house. Susie talks about a new fish that was discovered that breaks the time-space continuum. And Sarah stans Steve Urkel & Susie stans The Last Dance.
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Susie's Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/susie_meister
Sarah's Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ImSarahRice
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58min
July 30, 2020 440: Conspiracy Theories, Ice Cream Trucks, & Erased Memories
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 sanitary). We discuss the decision of Scrabble to exclude racial slurs from tournament play. Susie talks about studies being done to erase memories, & why it might help people w/ trauma. Plus, Sarah cries about a book and Susie explains the toilet paper shortage.
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Sarah's Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ImSarahRice
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57min
July 27, 2020 439: A Hundred Giants, Fact Plaques, & Sequoia Vowels
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 of a tree, & fantasized about going to "forest school." We learn about her obsession of "fact plaques," and why her dog was an unhappy camper. Plus, we learn the science of why nature is good for the soul.
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Read this week's Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/thebraincandypodcast/439-440
Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website: https://www.thebraincandypodcast.com
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Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice
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Susie's Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/susie_meister
Sarah's Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ImSarahRice
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52min

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