The Brain Candy Podcast
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 quantum physics accessible to all.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 60 minutes
- Episodes
- 948
- Years Active
- 2015 - 2025
407: Tiger King, Love is Blind, & Baby Talk
On today's , we learn three steps to boosting your mood. We break down the appeal of Tiger King, & discuss the psychology of exotic cat owners. Sarah discusses Love is Blind, & shares why she thinks …
00:54:46 |
Thu 02 Apr 2020
406: Crossword Puzzle Patriarchy, Biggie's Belt, & Fake Food
Today on Brain Candy, we hear about a transplant that had unexpected results. We find out the hilarious origin story of Leonard Skinner. Susie reveals why Notorious BIG's belt hangs in an LA office. …
00:57:32 |
Mon 30 Mar 2020
405: Smell the Roses, Millennial Sex, & Reading Pirates
Today we find out why roses can help you learn, & essential oils might actually be...essential? We find out why millennials aren't having sex, but we also discover why Susie & Sarah have very differe…
00:55:46 |
Thu 26 Mar 2020
404: Realistic Anxiety, Falling Iguanas, & Magic Fruit Cake
On today's Brain Candy podcast, we're talking about realistic anxiety in a time of panic. Hear why iguanas are falling from the sky. We reveal the weirdest gifts we've ever received. Sarah talks abou…
00:55:20 |
Mon 23 Mar 2020
403: Child of Rage, Cancelled Collages, & Bag of Snakes
On today's Brain Candy Podcast, we hear about a child who was cured of homicidal tendencies. We debate whether Julianne Hough is crazy. We find out why people are selling pre-made collages, & we're f…
00:57:28 |
Thu 19 Mar 2020
402: Gabriel Fernandez, Culinary Prodigy, & Patriarchal Products
Today we discuss the heartbreaking documentary The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez. We learn of a culinary prodigy who made a Zagat-rated restaurant in his house. We discuss the McMillions heist with McD…
00:59:13 |
Mon 16 Mar 2020
401: Talking Dolphin, Orgasmic Movies, & iPhone Villains
Today we discuss our doomsday prep & get real dark because we're like edgy & stuff. We reveal a terrible dog-related mishap that occurred after a recent recording. Susie reveals why you'll never see …
00:58:30 |
Thu 12 Mar 2020
400: Our New Hero, Pyramid Code, Magnetic Field Dogs
Today we find out about a woman who makes alcohol out of her own pee. Sarah claims she's being judged by her pharmacist. She also describes a caper she experienced during her move. We hear why dogs a…
00:57:54 |
Mon 09 Mar 2020
399: Doomsday Prepping, Sassy Mom Merch, & Penis Heat
Today we discuss human scents, & why they are powerful memories years later. Susie talks about the Jagged Little Pill broadway show & why she was put in Broadway detention. We discuss a video of New …
00:56:25 |
Thu 05 Mar 2020
398: Memory Hoarders, Bee Stings, & Airline Drama
Today we discuss hoarding, & how it can come from sentimentality. Sarah uses the bee sting index to tell what parts of the body are most sensitive. Susie discusses the documentary Honeyland, & why it…
00:56:05 |
Mon 02 Mar 2020
397: Killer Dave, The Pharmacist, & Face Tattoos
Today we get the lowdown on Sarah's moving, & how she's copying with the new beginning. We learn the story of Killer Dave's Bread, which is bonkers. Susie watched The Pharmacist on Netflix, & talks a…
00:51:46 |
Thu 27 Feb 2020
396: Wrinkles the Clown, Bathroom History, & Steven Tyler
Today we hear about a terrifying clown who harasses kids (& parents love him???). We find out why it's not easy to get your kids to eat veggies when you don't have extra cash. We get the scoop on how…
00:58:29 |
Mon 24 Feb 2020
395: Car Scam, Confident Cooks, & Crying Plants
Today we find out the ingenious idea Sarah had for clearing out her junk. We discuss shocking new evidence in the Casey Anthony case, & we are shooketh. Sarah talks about a radio contest that ended u…
00:54:30 |
Thu 20 Feb 2020
394: Testicle Tasting, Sarah's DNA, & Princess Careers
Today we find out why Sarah is a Chia Pet enthusiast. She reveals what all the Disney princesses became when they grew up. Susie makes an amendment to her emoji ban. We find out what unusual object b…
00:54:21 |
Mon 17 Feb 2020
393: Quitting Coffee, Talking Mummy, & Sexy Bananas
Today we find out why Sarah's morning routine has changed, & why she loves a ritual. Susie talks about the magic & mystery of music. Hear why some men are using bananas for sexual purposes. We learn …
00:53:20 |
Thu 13 Feb 2020
392: Mate Traits, Sexual Satisfaction, & Aaron Hernandez
Today we find out what traits people look for in a mate, & why it's different around the world. We get a royal update from our royal correspondent, Susie. Find out why women fake orgasms, & Susie's m…
00:58:07 |
Mon 10 Feb 2020
391: Atheist Cats, Porn Discrimination, & Alexander Graham Bell
Today we find out about a 97-year-old philosopher who wrote about death, & now changed his mind about the afterlife. We debate why atheists own more cats than church-goers. We find out why a deaf man…
00:56:24 |
Thu 06 Feb 2020
390: Royal Drama, Nude Philanthropy, & Dragon Horn
Today we hear about Sarah's goals for 2020. Susie breaks down the royal drama w/ Meghan & Harry. Find out why one woman is getting nude for a good cause. Sarah is worked up about counterfeit beauty s…
00:58:04 |
Mon 03 Feb 2020
389: Exclamations, Drugged Spiders, & Transplant Scandal
Today we get an update on snowball crimes. We learn why female scholars don't promote their work. Find out why Susie is banning exclamation points & emojis. We hear why spiders did drugs, & how it af…
01:03:22 |
Mon 27 Jan 2020
388: Mission Space, Adrenaline Junkie, & Near Death Experience
Today we discuss Sarah's misadventures in cat-sitting. Susie gives an update on her "badass" theory. We talk about adrenaline, & some of the ways it informs our decisions. We debate whether near-deat…
00:58:35 |
Thu 23 Jan 2020
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