The Dumb AF Podcast

Sare Bare is joined by Jake Ellis (yep, the reality TV one) for a wildly unpredictable ride through digital marketing, Botox, breakups, and the terrifying genius of octopuses. 🐙 They debate what would happen if octopuses were our size, explore their super weird nine brains , and somehow end up talking Simpsons trivia, squid vs. octopus smackdowns, and the emotional chaos of being unfollowed on In...

Sare is joined by our next guest host, reality TV star Jake Ellis! From The Bachelor to Bachelor in Paradise , Jake spills on his time in the reality TV world, how he earned the nickname "Jake the Snake," and what life is really like behind the cameras. Then, we take a hard left into dairy drama. 🥛 Are we all lactose intolerant? Why do some people chug milk like it’s nothing while others turn int...

Brett McCallum is back as a guest host, and he’s on a mission—to live to 100. The only problem? He’s never even heard of Blue Zones, the magical places where people regularly hit triple digits without turning into cranky old hermits. In this episode of The Bare Facts, Sare breaks down the secrets of these longevity hotspots—Okinawa, Sardinia, Nicoya, Ikaria, and Loma Linda—where people somehow liv...

This week, Sare’s boss Brett McCallum has decided he’s not just running the company—he’s auditioning for the role of Dumb AF cohost. And what better way to kick things off than with a Dumb As Fact inspired by his own book: Are Kids Born Assholes, or Are They Taught to Be Assholes? We tackle one of life’s biggest debates: Is nature or nurture more important? But in true Dumb AF fashion, things quic...

We’re breaking time itself as we investigate whether we’re as far away in time from Ancient Rome as the Romans were from Ancient Egypt. Prepare for mind-blowing history facts, a quiz that may or may not expose Jarrod’s lack of historical knowledge, and a wild ride through the weirdest connections between these two ancient powerhouses. Did the Romans really visit the pyramids like tourists? Was Cle...

Does sugar really turn kids into hyperactive little tornadoes, or is it just a sweet, sweet lie? In this episode of The Dumb AF Podcast, Sare Bare is joined by former NRL player Jarrod Wallace to tackle one of the biggest parenting myths out there—does sugar actually make kids go wild? From the infamous blue fairy floss “power-up” video to decades of research that says otherwise, we break down the...

Welcome to the doggone truth! This week on The Bare Facts, we sniff out the science and sweet stories that make our pups so much more than pets. From Hachiko, the world’s most loyal dog (even if it was the ultimate case of ghosting), to the mind-boggling history of how wild wolves became our lovable floofs. Ever wonder why just gazing into your dog’s eyes feels so magical? Turns out it’s more than...

We're diving into the age-old debate: is there really no such thing as a bad dog, only bad owners? We sit down with dog behavior specialist Nathan Williams, who’s here to shake up everything you thought you knew about dog training. Forget what you’ve heard about treats, stress-free playtime, or steering clear of stressful situations—Nathan’s approach involves not playing with your dog, skipping th...

We're sinking our teeth into the brave new world of lab-grown meat. From petri dishes to dinner plates, we explore the step-by-step process of how cultured meat is made, where you can get your hands on it (yes, it’s really available!), and just how much a lab-grown burger will set you back. We’ll weigh the potential perks, like saving the planet one meatball at a time, along with the not-so-appeti...

We’re peeling back the layers on a juicy topic: is vegan meat… actually vegan? Sounds dumb, right? But there’s more to it than meets the taste buds. Joined by Chris McCallum, COO and CFO of Fable Food Co, we dive into the meaty details behind plant-based “meat”—what’s really in it, how it stacks up nutritionally to the real deal, and whether it’s as green as advertised. Are we biting into the futu...

In this episode of The Bare Facts, we dive deep into the fascinating life of William Shakespeare. We kick off with his background, shedding light on the man behind the legend, from his Stratford beginnings to his rise as a literary giant in London. We then explore the darker side of his work, investigating real-life tragedies that may have inspired some of his most haunting plays. We also reveal s...

Think you know the story of Macbeth? You might be familiar with the witches, the murder, and the whole "out, damn spot!" bit, but how well do you really know the plot? In this minisode, we dive deep into the twisted tale of ambition, betrayal, and guilt that is Macbeth. Join us as we walk through the story, complete with sound effects to immerse you in the eerie Scottish moors, the bloody hallways...

We unravel one of the Bard’s most persistent myths: Was Shakespeare a literary genius—or just really good at "borrowing" other people’s ideas? Joining us is Emma Smith, Professor of Shakespeare Studies at Oxford University and author of This Is Shakespeare, to help us dig through the drama. We explore how Shakespeare's background and the era he lived in set him up for legendary success, why his wo...

Ever wonder how vaccines go from a lab experiment to a jab in your arm? In this episode of The Bare Facts, we dive into the rigorous (and surprisingly slow) process vaccines undergo before they’re approved for use. We’ll break down all the science-y stuff into bite-sized, brain-friendly pieces—because who really knows what “clinical trials” even mean? But wait, there’s more! We’ll also tackle the...

In this minosde Kiel reveals his cancer scare. We also delve further into the vaccine for HPV with Dr Lyndon Chan including costs, where you can get it, and its downsides and benefits. Dr Chan also reveals a very strange way to contract HPV that you’ve probably never heard of! 

Ever wondered if your bedroom activities could come back to haunt you in the doctor’s office? In this cheeky episode, we get down and dirty with one of the most unsettling myths out there—whether oral sex can actually cause throat cancer. We’re joined by Dr. Lyndon Chan, an ENT surgeon who knows a thing or two about what’s going on in your throat (in the most professional way, of course).    He’ll...

We’re back to unravel more of the bizarre and baffling world of Mass Psychogenic Illness. Buckle up as we dive into three wild case studies that will make you question what’s real and what’s all in your head! First, we explore the Tanganyika laughter epidemic, where an entire village couldn’t stop laughing for months—no joke! Then, we head to Delhi to investigate the mysterious Monkey Man, a creat...

Hold onto your hats (and your feet), because in this week's The Bare Facts, we're diving into one of history’s wildest and weirdest events: The Dancing Plague of 1518! Was it mass psychogenic illness? Was it just a case of people really feeling the beat? We’ll be uncovering the truth behind this bizarre episode, where a group of people in 16th-century France literally danced themselves to exhausti...

We’ve all heard it: “Don’t go out without a coat—you’ll catch a cold!” But is there any truth to this classic mom warning, or is it just another myth begging to be debunked? Joining us is epidemiologist and public health expert Dr. Craig Dalton, who breaks down the difference between a cold and the flu, how these pesky viruses spread, and how you can avoid getting sick (spoiler: it’s not all about...

In this minisode we explore the sex lives of dolphins, their extremely complicated genitalia (especially their lady parts) and trigger warning: How they most definitely have a dark side. 

In this splashy episode, we're diving deep into one of the most popular myths of the animal kingdom. We’re joined by Dr. Justin Gregg, Senior Research Associate with the Dolphin Communication Project and the voice behind The Dolphin Pod, to unravel this aquatic enigma. Get ready to have your mind blown as we explore the surprisingly complex social lives of dolphins, other unheard of facts about ou...

In this egg-citing and fertilisingly fun episode we crack open the myth as to whether the egg really has a type. We dive deep into the fertilisation process with gynaecologist and fertility specialist Dr. I-Ferne Tan,  who knows her way around an ovary or two! Join us on a hilarious informative journey through the chaotic race of the sperm, the egg's role in the whole fiasco, and why IVF is so dam...

In this minisode we dive a little deeper into the ill effects of alcohol. We uncover how many of us drink, the details behind addiction and why young people are steering clear of fermented bevvys.    Kiels K Wiz also makes a much anticipated return. See if you can guess the answers for Kiel's grog themed questionnaire. 

Ready to find out if your drunk self is an accidental truth-teller or just really bad at lying? We're diving into the boozy myth that alcohol makes you spill your deepest secrets. With the help of Alcohologist Scott Stevens, we'll separate fact from fiction and uncover the sobering realities of drinking.  Plus, we take a tipsy trip through history to see where fermented bevvys even came from, and...

The interview with Dr Britt from our episode Psychologists Are Doing Damage was so juicy we made it a 2 parter!   In this minisode we explore the difference between psychologist, psychiatrist and everything in between, how Dr Britt deals with empathy for her clients and the details behind therapist/patient confidentiality.