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
347: Divorce,Graffiti, & Anxiety
Today we start with a discussion about Sarah's divorce & the response she's received from our Brainiac community. We find out how she's adapting to her new life. We talk about street artists & how th…
01:03:24 |
Thu 15 Aug 2019
346: Sarah's Angel, Dr. Ruth, & Patriarchy Purses
Today we laugh about some stereotypical names on a sports team. Sarah claims she met an "angel" on a recent trip. We discuss the Aziz Ansari comedy special in the wake of the "Me Too" accusations aga…
00:58:25 |
Mon 12 Aug 2019
345: Sarah's News, Swedish Fish, & Dream Burglars
Today we learn some big news in Sarah's world, & discuss how her life is changing. We find out why Swedish people have the right idea with their candy consumption. And we find out about the best brea…
01:19:01 |
Thu 08 Aug 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 co…
01:02:59 |
Mon 05 Aug 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 …
00:58:09 |
Thu 01 Aug 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 perpetu…
01:21:58 |
Mon 29 Jul 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…
00:58:19 |
Thu 25 Jul 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…
00:59:15 |
Mon 22 Jul 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.…
00:53:57 |
Thu 18 Jul 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 abo…
01:01:28 |
Mon 15 Jul 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 poli…
01:05:24 |
Thu 11 Jul 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…
01:16:54 |
Mon 08 Jul 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 l…
01:03:03 |
Mon 01 Jul 2019
334: Virgin Birth, Mediocre Men, & Chernobyl
Today we discuss a controversy over Sarah's recent Instagram post, and why mediocre men can can it. We talk about technology that millennials don't understand. We learn why Sarah is obsessed with Che…
01:20:01 |
Thu 27 Jun 2019
333: Park Rangers, Penis Jar, & Poop Stroke
On today's show, we find out some of the stories from Sarah's national park adventure, & we realize our ultimate man is a park ranger. Susie talks about a famous penis that is currently preserved in …
01:01:05 |
Mon 24 Jun 2019
332: Flat Earthers, Cow Blowouts, & Tsunami Warning
Today we talk about flat earthers again because Sarah thinks we should be more forgiving about them being total idiots. We find out what year was the best year, & whether we'd want to go back to a ti…
01:03:29 |
Thu 20 Jun 2019
331: Kink Shaming, Avoiding Plastic, & Library Duty
Hear why Susie thinks Sarah was trying to accuse her of "kink shaming" gay people. We find out what it's like to live without plastic. Susie talks about the people who clean up feces & needles off th…
01:20:50 |
Mon 17 Jun 2019
330: Bedbugs, Cooking w/ Millennials, & Dog Murder
On today's show, we hear about an item out of pickup that Susie saw in her neighborhood. We discuss the importance of aftercare for reality tv cast members. Hear why millennials aren't as good in the…
01:00:37 |
Thu 13 Jun 2019
329: Love Languages, Jeopardy, & Holding Grudges
Today Sarah is discussing Love Languages, & why she thinks they're important. Susie talks about a documentary about The Price is Right, & how passionate people are magic. We discuss the new Jeopardy …
00:57:29 |
Mon 10 Jun 2019
328: Blurred Lines, Battleaxes, & Free Britney
Today we talk about how mess & success are sometimes strange bedfellows. Sarah updates us about who is called a "genius" & who isn't. Susie updates us about the gendered concept of the phrase "battle…
01:08:40 |
Thu 06 Jun 2019
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