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 05, 2019 344: Butt Snorkels, Bloodsicles, & Bathing
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 cool them off. We talk about why no one--even rich people--ever feels rich. We find out the best time to tell your kid she is adopted. Plus, we hear why masculine features can make you less likely to care about the environment.
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1h 3min
August 01, 2019 343: Eating Contests, Baby Hitler, & Turtle Bras
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 missed her calling. We discuss the dilemma of killing baby Hitler, & reveal our work-around. We find out whether fans help cool off dogs or just humans & why some turtles are using our old bras.
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59min
July 29, 2019 342: Midlife Crisis, Boys Will Be Boys, & Sushi Fires
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 perpetuating patriarchy, kids are better at learning languages (and it's not what you think), & tempura flakes are a fire hazard. Plus, we salute a girl who did research on a common bathroom appliance, & learned how it is harming kids. And we learn how automation is making work miserable for hourly employees.
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1h 22min
July 25, 2019 341: Relationship Power, Citizenship Test, & Bob Ross
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 concert & a scary experience she had w/ a child. Find out how to determine whether you have power in your relationship. Learn why a ridiculous number of men think they could beat professional athletes. Find out how Sarah & Susie did on a citizenship test. Plus, hear why you can't buy Bob Ross paintings.
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59min
July 22, 2019 340: Fake Freckles, Bird Uber, & Unhinged Women
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 who loves the Flintstones so much she built a Flintstone house. We discuss a man who found an injured bird & sent him to the doctor in an Uber. Plus, we talk about "unhinged" women & why they aren't treated the same as badly behaved men. We find out why some US towns are banning wi-fi, & why it's more complicated than you'd think.
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July 18, 2019 339: Earthquake Scare, Ball Pits, & Hot Chocolate
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 think. We find out why reading really does make you happier. We discuss the invention of powdered hot chocolate, & why the inventor inspires us. Hear why video games can be good for you, why someone celebrated a pothole, & one business owner took on Yelp.
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Sarah on X: https://www.x.com/ImSarahRice
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54min
July 15, 2019 338: Jesus's Poop, Bear Mace, & Honesty Test
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 about the conditions of Amazon fulfillment centers, & why some workers wear diapers. Sarah reveals why Norway has the secret to successful athletes, & it involves having no winners. Susie reveals whether humans are honest, & why they'll turn in a wallet w/ lots of money. Find out the science behind poverty, & why fear of going broke affects your IQ.
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1h 2min
July 11, 2019 337: Reality TV Sex, Beach Reads, & Sarah's Stalker
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 polite." We find out what animal is most similar to humans, & it's not what you think. Susie shares the history of the beach read, we learn the truth behind "pizza tracker" apps, & Sarah reveals why they're giving sex ed on reality TV shows now.
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BCP on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypod
Susie on X: https://www.x.com/susie_meister
Sarah on X: https://www.x.com/ImSarahRice
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1h 6min
July 08, 2019 336: Sarah's Grave, Emotional Support Animals, & Sex Study
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 for reality TV aftercare, & why so many slip through the cracks. We debate the virtues of emotional support animals, & why they're problematic. Plus, we find out about a sex study w/ some surprising findings. Plus, we talk to Tina Seelig about her book What I Wish I Knew When I was 20.
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Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahrice
BCP on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypod
Susie on X: https://www.x.com/susie_meister
Sarah on X: https://www.x.com/ImSarahRice
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1h 17min
July 01, 2019 335: Cute Aggression, Sea Cucumbers, & Jazzercise
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 like food. Find out why some cultures don't use baby talk. Hear why the Rasputin penis might actually be sealife. Learn the trick to developing your palate (and it involves Target shopping). Hear the history of Jazzercise and why Susie is afraid of deep sea diving.
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Susie on X: https://www.x.com/susie_meister
Sarah on X: https://www.x.com/ImSarahRice

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