The Brain Candy Podcast

This episode is inspired by Sarah's favorite Law & Order episodes that are ripped from the headlines. We discuss the transgender bathroom debate, Sarah sings a tribute to Prince, and we talk about the New York Times' article about why Biggest Loser contestants can't keep the weight off. Turns out our bodies are sabotaging us. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork....

We're dishing all of our beauty secrets on this episode! Everything from eyelash extensions and plastic surgery to major beauty fails and Kylie's lip challenge will be discussed today. Sarah shares what it's like to have eyebrow microblading and Susie discusses the complexities of keeping healthy bleached hair. Find out our favorite products and hacks for your beauty routine. Listen to more podcas...

Did you ever wonder how much cast members get for going on reality shows? Who pays for groceries in the Real World house? What is the biggest secret in of the shows? This episode was supposed to just be us answering listener questions, but it turns out you guys have a lot of Challenge questions, so that's what this episode turned into. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastne...

Susie and Sarah play the age-old favorite game, Would You Rather, in this episode. The game that offers impossible choices with your two silliest smart girls--what more could you ask for. This episode isn't polite or lady-like or elegant, but it is funny. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, &a...

You unlocked this episode with your generous donations to our web series Kickstarter! It's packed full of behind-the-scenes Challenge secrets just for you. We talk about secret hook-ups, people who got kicked off the show that you don't know about, and we even include some non-Challenge secrets that we think you'll enjoy. So get settled in for some serious gossip... Listen to more podcasts like th...

We couldn't have a penis episode without also having a vagina episode. Here is our episode devoted to our special lady private parts. We talk about the various shapes and sizes of vaginas, the debate about grooming down there, and scandalous stories from the ER about what doctors have had remove. You'll laugh a lot and learn a lot. Enjoy! Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcas...

Johnsons. Members. Meatstick. Whatever you call penises (peni?), this episode is all about the silliest body part. We talk about whether size matters, circumcision, and we throw in some testicle talk (would you miss them if they weren't there?). Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more b...

Recently, we found out that our own Sarah Rice is going to be on another MTV Challenge: Rivals 3. The show will feature pairs of co-ed rivals, and Sarah was paired with none other than Challenge legend, Johnny Bananas. We discuss their rivalry, former friendship, and what we can expect to see on the coming season of the show! Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com...

This episode was inspired by a recent story about a news anchor who took to her Facebook page (which was connected to her company) and spouted off some prejudiced nonsense about a shooting in the Pittsburgh area. We discuss her post, my reaction to it on Facebook and the response of the public. Plus, we talk about how being on reality TV changed the way we saw privilege, race, and stereotyping. We...

Today we are talking about trolls of the online variety. We talk about what it's like to be trolled online about our appearances on MTV's The Challenge. We analyze the psychology of trolls, and discuss what kind of people would engage in this behavior. We discuss why robots and AI are struggling with trolls who try to make them believe anti-semitic ideas, and people are accidentally falling in lov...

In Part 2 of the Food and Wine series, we're moving into the world of vino. All the Brain Candy listeners know how much we love a good glass of wine, but now we're learning about the wine industry, how things are changing, and how people drink around the world. Obviously, we kick back a couple during this very fun episode, and we learn a lot too. Sarah's husband, Landon, is the VP at Hundred Acre...

This is the first in a two-part food and wine series with Sarah's beloved husband Landon Patterson. He is the VP of Hundred Acre Wines and is giving us the low-down on our FAVORITE subject. In this episode we learn about the Landon's struggle with food and how it made him become an expert in cooking, farming, and foodie culture. PLUS, Susie forces Sarah and Landon to play the Newlywed Game. Listen...

We start out this episode talking about lady stuff (motherhood, relationships, blah, blah, blah), but we move on quickly to drugs and the brain. We discuss my favorite show Intervention, what happens during drug-induced psychosis, and lots more. It's a little bit of a hodge-podge, but it sure is fascinating! Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Clu...

We've been known to get a little fast and loose with our contacts list, so today we're taking our Cold Calling segment to a whole new level. We let our fingers do the talking when we call KellyAnne (Real World Sydney), Camila (The Challenge Spring Break), Wes (Real World Austin), and CaraMaria (The Challenge). We talk to CaraMaria about her relationship with Abram, we find out why Wes thinks Susie...

The Challenge OG, Sarah Greyson stops by the studio for a walk down memory lane. She talks about her Road Rules experience, why she is known as the Gauntlet queen, and what she's been up to since her time on reality TV. We also talk about how the show has changed in recent years (like how we smuggle in crossword puzzles). We talk about deep dark secrets, why Sarah loves watching fat people lose we...

This episode is all about Secrets and Lies. We talk about our deepest darkest secrets and why people lie. We discuss how people justify lying and what motivates lies. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website:  https://www.thebraincandypodc...

This episode was supposed to be about language and where words and phrases come from, but we got a little sidetracked and started talking a little sh*t. We discuss our beefs with Wes from MTV's The Challenge and why Chet from The Real World Brooklyn is getting on our Twitter nerves. Plus, we tease a little behind-the-scenes info from the Rivals 3 Challenge coming up in May and how we're going to c...

We cannot get enough of the crazy and interesting ways people live their lives. In this episode we return to one of our favorite podcast topics: lifestyles of the weird and wacky. We discuss a woman who lives every day like it's pre-WWII 1939. We talk about a man who drilled a hole into his skull to stay high all the time. Sarah breaks down the appeal of Burning Man and music festivals. Plus, we t...

The Brain Candy Girls are talking about what makes people attractive, the psychology of attraction, and beauty around the world. We learn about the various gay categories of attractive men. We find out why Sarah has a crush on Jeff Goldblum and why John Stamos is Susie's dream date. Plus, we talk about a review we got on iTunes that has us up in arms. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https...

We are taking a walk down memory lane and discussing our travel experiences through the years. We relive travel nightmares, our favorite travel destinations, and what locations are still on our bucket list. We give tips on how to travel safely and advice for people who might be intimidated to try travel. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, s...

Every so often we have to have a grab bag of fun facts--we can't help ourselves. We are nerds, so today we are going into our little treasure trove of trivia and you will be all the smarter for it. Find out about urban legends, tale tells, psychology studies, and more. Plus, we talk about what it's really like in the Real World house and whether Sarah ever snuck away from the cameras. Listen to mo...

Susie and Sarah talk about everyone's favorite body part: boobs. We discuss the history of boobs in culture, mastectomies, #freethenipple, and more. We've got fun facts about funbags. Whether yours are big or small, perky or saggy, real or fake, we want you to listen and find out more about these mysterious little creatures. We also talk about the new Barbie dolls and whether Sarah would ever get...

Susie and Sarah are discussing friendship. They talk about how hard it is to make friends as an adult, what it's like to be "ghosted," and how to get rid of toxic relationships. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com Join our Candy Club, shop our merch, sign-up for our free newsletter, & more by visiting The Brain Candy Podcast website:  https://www.thebra...

Sarah is teaching us her DIY ways. We talk about all the ways you can get beautiful, affordable art or even make it yourself. We learn about Sarah's best #nailed it fails (there was broken glass involved), and why she hates the pre-made Pinterest wares people buy instead of making. So whether you love to do-it-yourself or just like a good life hack every now and then, you'll love this episode. Lis...

You might think because this episode is about sleep that it would be a real snoozefest (get it???), but sleep is a fascinating phenomenon. We spend 1/3 of our life doing it, but we know very little about it and why it's so essential. We discuss our sleeping patterns, end-of-life dreams, and Sarah's weird habit of sleep eating. Let's just say she once woke up with a half-eaten piece of bread restin...