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Hailey Bieber just sold her 3 year old beauty company Rhode for $1 billion. Is the girlboss back? We investigate the world of celebrity beauty—how are these brands created and what makes one hit vs flop? Topics covered: e.l.f. Beauty Acquires Rhode for $1B—was it a good deal The origins of the celeb beauty company How do celebrities go about creating their brands? What are the typical backgrounds...

What do you get when a former Catholic schoolgirl and a business-school-educated atheist chat religion? A deep dive into the Vatican—how it works as a business, country, and moral guidepost. Topics covered: A quick overview of Christianity and the history of how Protestantism split from Catholicism—great primer for the non-religious The origins of the Vatican and how the Holy See governs today How...

We research the Cohabitation Effect—how concerned should you be really that living with your partner before marriage may actually mean you’re more likely to divorce? Topics covered: Should you avoid living with your partner before marriage if you want higher marital satisfaction and a lower divorce rate? Global trends around cohabitation before marriage and as an alternative to marriage What are t...

We look at the psychology of corn addiction, how it impacts relationships and your brain. Is it a real addiction, or is it really not that serious? Topics covered: Is watching p*** cheating on your partner? What do psychologists have to say? Can you be addicted to corn/sex? Does watching too much p*** change your brain? If you’re able to and our content means something to you, you can support us o...

We react to the article “The Case for Marrying an Older Man” by Grazie Sophia Christie, a controversial take from a younger woman who pursued an older husband as a shortcut to her dream life. Topics covered:-As a woman, is your greatest asset your youth?-Power differences in age gap relationships-The pros and cons of partnership vs mentorship in romantic relationships-Assumptions and biases when c...

This week, special guest & friend of the pod Cherish joins Lucy to discuss her experience leaving the Children of God cult, building a new life in the US, and her reflections since. Additional resources on the Children of God:Books Sex Cult Nun by Faith Jones Not Without My Sister by Celeste Jones, Kristina Jones, and Juliana Buhring Cult Following by Bexy Cameron Documentaries/TV Children of...

In the aftermath of heartbreak, we share our experiences with breakups and how to move through relationship grief (spoiler alert: Lucy is still happily married!)If you’re able to and our content means something to you, you can support us on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ ❤️

Blood transfusions, drinking gold, and chasing the fountain of youth, this week we dive into the pursuit of living forever, from ancient times to modern day. Topics covered:-How the desire to live forever has changed throughout history-Ancient and renaissance practices to achieve immortality-Mythology of The Fountain of Youth and the Holy Grail-Bryan Johnson and Project Blueprint: what a millionai...

What is cycle syncing, and should your boyfriend really be cooking you a steak when you’re on your period? We dig into the wonderful workings of our bodies and uncover just how much our hormones affect our lives, from how we feel each day to which romantic partner we select. Topics covered: -Phases of the menstrual cycle and what’s going on in your body -How to treat yourself well in each phase (f...

We discuss the podcast sensation The Telepathy Tapes. Are nonverbal autistic children telepathic? We look into the research on spelling and psi phenomena, reflecting on claims made on the show and our own beliefs. Topics covered: -Overview of The Telepathy Tapes, non-verbal autistic children having telepathic abilities -The research on spelling, those supporting it and those against it -Materialis...

We share our favorite reads from 2024 + honorable mentions 📚 Books covered: The Fetishist by Katherine Min The Bee Sting by Paul Murray One Dark Window and Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig The God of the Woods by Liz Moore The Wedding People by Alison Espach Happiness Falls by Angie Kim & more! If you’re able to and our content means something to you, you can support us on  ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠  ❤️

Happy new year! What will 2025 hold for us? We investigate what the prophets have to say… Topics covered: Nostradamus—early life and career, past predictions, and what he has to say about 2025 Baba Vanga—origin story, working with the Communist Party, predictions for the modern world If you’re able to and our content means something to you, you can support us on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ ❤️

Round 2 but make it Holiday! We’re back on Reddit’s Am I the Asshole forum to pass judgement on some common sources of Thanksgiving and Christmas tension. Questions covered: -AITA for telling my vegan friend I don’t want to come over for Thanksgiving Dinner? -AITA for telling my sister she's not allowed to bring her homemade food to Thanksgiving because her cooking is ruining the meal? -AITA for t...

We myth-bust common kitchen fears—is your plastic cutting board really the villain? How bad is a daily Diet Coke? We dive into food dyes, microplastics, microwaves, and more. Topics covered: -How concerned should we be about microplastics? -Debunking kitchen gadget myths: Teflon non-stick plans, microwaves, and air fryers -The health concerns, lack of regulation, and prevalence of food dyes in eve...

We’re celebrating our first year of recording the pod! Thank you so much for listening and being part of this journey. We share our reflections and learnings from being baby content creators and how things are changing in the future… Topics covered: -Our recording equipment -What editing software we use -How we decide what content to cover -How to grow a podcast -How to monetize a podcast If you’r...

We explore the surprising science behind cuffing season, the link between body heat & strong relationships, and why we should all cuddle more. Topics covered: -Is cuffing season real? Do our relationship-seeking behaviors change seasonally? -The biological, psychological, and evolutionary factors impacting our desire for companionship in the winter -The link between attachment styles and physi...

What are ghost stories really telling us? What makes a city haunted? We explore local histories and share some scary mysteries. Topics covered: -Ghost stories as a vehicle for overlooked histories -The commercialization of suffering and dark tourism -New Orleans ghost stories (LaLaurie Mansion, Ursuline Convent, Marie Laveau), black history, and Hurricane Katrina aftermath -The creation of voodoo...

Spooky season has us thinking about ghosts, demons, and the dead. We look into the ancient roots of Halloween and see what other cultures can teach us about the afterlife. Topics covered: -The history of Halloween -Celtic Samhain + Roman Feralia and Pomona + Christian All Souls Day and All Saints Day -Dia de los Muertos celebrations in Mexico -Oban in Japan and friendly ghosts -Ghanian funeral rit...

Anyone else wondered how the Pumpkin Spice Latte was born or what happens to Spirt Halloween stores on November 1st? This week, we dig into seasonal products and businesses to understand how and why they thrive. Topics covered: -Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte and the power of seasonal products -Spirit Halloween’s founding story and business model Sources available to anyone at our ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ ❤️

The Barbie movie’s critical lens on dolls was just the beginning…We dive into adult fan communities of American Girl Doll and reborn dolls to understand the enduring cultural impact of these pillars of girlhood. Topics covered: -The reborn doll community -American Girl Doll’s cultural impact and its adult fans -The Jellycat craze -The rise and fall of Beanie Babies -The psychology of collecting So...

Looking to justify your reality TV habit? Listen in as we explore why this genre deserves to be taken seriously, with both its positive and frightening impacts on our society and psychology. Topics covered: -The history of reality TV—how the format and drama originated -Behind the scenes: how casting, scripting/prompting, and editing really work -Why we find reality TV addicting and its psychologi...

You’ve heard of Jonestown and Heaven’s Gate, but what about cargo and hot yoga cults? We dive into two unusual cults we didn’t know existed: the Cargo Cults of Melanesia and the Bikram Yoga cult. Topics covered: -Fitness and health cults like YouTube high carb low fat vegans and Soulcycle -Amanda Montell's book Cultish -The history of Bikram yoga and its founder Bikram Choudhury -The crimes, s...

Ever wondered how Olympic host cities are selected and how much they have to spend? We dig into the big budgets behind the gold medals. Topics covered: -The history of the Olympics and its revival in modern day -Why the International Olympic Committee says countries should host -What independent research shows about the economics of hosting -Deep dive into the economics of the Beijing 2008 Summer...

From mukbangs to what I eat in a day vlogs, why are we so fascinated with what other people eat? This week, we dive into the origins of mukbang, its transformation when it hit mainstream America, and what the implications are of sensationalizing food and eating online. (Bonus—check out Patreon for us making mukbang content 🍗 🍪) Topics covered: -The origins of mukbang in Korea -Entrance into the...

Our first episode with a guest! We bring our Enneagram skepticism to an expert. Will she convert us? Topics covered: -The intersection of mental health, therapeutic techniques, and the Enneagram -How to understand your Enneagram type: from triads to stances to wings, discover how your type approaches the world, how it uses energy, and how all this information can help you better understand yoursel...