Well Said with Syd

**Trigger warning** - conversations of sexual assault are discussed in this episode. We ask that if this is not the right time for you to listen, please turn the podcast off at the 20-minute mark. Conversations about sexual assault need to be more common because it reminds us when to speak out, how to take care of friends, and the importance of listening to your gut. The key is to start these conv...

This week Syd and Soph are diving into meeting people WITHOUT the dating apps - you won't want to miss this! BUT FIRST our producer, Jackson, shares a straight candid moment from his birthday weekend, the girls debate sauna courtesy, and Soph shares a -stinky- confession. Oh, and Syd is trying to grow her booty, one fitness tiktok at a time. Let's get to the meat of the episode - The two discuss h...

Mini episode this week! The gals keep it quick BUT pack it with straight candid moments, candid banter, and an update on what’s been happening in their lives. Syd tells us about her trip to Mexico and asks for Soph's take on her Candid Thoughts - Would you share a toothbrush with a fling? Soph tells us about her "Dry January" hiccup & her most recent hinge date. The two dive into feet pics and...

Welcome Yana & Emerson! Although these babes have chosen two vastly different career paths, they are both killing it in the same BOSS B*TCH ways. Yana, an Account Executive, explains how she went from nannying after college to her current career in sales after not knowing what she wanted to do. LISTEN UP COLLEGE STUDENTS - You WILL figure it out, we promise. We also get to hear about Yana's da...

THE BLURRED LINES OF GIRL CODE - We get it. It get's messy, unclear, and honestly, so situational. Regardless,. Syd and Soph unpack EVERYTHING you need to know about this infamous unwritten rulebook. Can you call dibs on multiple guys? Can you date a friends ex? Under what circumstances is it okay? Have Syd & Soph ever broken the girl code themselves? Later in the episode, the girls share CAND...

3,2,1... HAPPY NEW YEAR! New Year, new you - right? (or not). The girls hop on the mic to share their honest opinions about New Years Resolutions. Are resolutions overrated and damaging? What are their New Years goals? Will Syd continue to share candid poop stories in 2022? Is Soph going to participate in a DRY January? Syd and Soph also offer some tips (as always) on how to make, and actually kee...

A brother to 3 sisters, content mastermind behind a TikTok House, Ben Sarbacker , hops on this week with Syd & Soph. What is it like content creating, living out in LA in the Go House , and making tiktoks for a living? After learning what Ben is up to, next the girls take a deep dive on his dating app profiles and learn what makes Ben swipe right. The boys (hi Jackson-our producer) answer some...

She’s baaaaack - by a popular demand, the girls welcome OBGYN Dr. Sarah again to chat about everything she wasn't able to cover on Episode 039 - Vagina Anatomy. Men.. this episode is for you, too!! Dr. Sarah talks about premature ejaculation, STDs, and how antidepressants and alcohol can affect your sex life. Other topics include: vasectomies, the orgasm gap, sexual insecurities, and ALL of your o...

It's here! Cuffing season is among us and the girls felt it was the perfect time to talk about how to get through this season, whether cuddling up during the winter months or embracing the single life. But first, a weekend of lifting & a lil piercing; party busses & a gopher win! Would you dabble with a hinge double-trouble profile? In cuffing season, the answer is...YES! In all seriousnes...

Balls Deep grace Straight Candid's presence this week on an episode filled with unpacking all things TOXIC pasts. Balls Deep, a podcast that Syd & Soph admire, jump in on a topic they love to speak to - toxic ex's & sex with the ex. Why can sex with an ex be better? Why is it dangerous for our hearts? Would we date the same person we went for in college, now? Each person brings a different...

Welcome Denvyr!! A nutritionist, former college athlete, and strength and conditioning coach hops on Straight Candid to get real about the societal norms of disordered eating. Syd and Soph chat about their history with disordered eating - the dangerous cycle of restricting and binging, sometimes unknowingly. SO many people deal with disordered eating whether you “know it or not” but Denvyr leaves...

HAPPY THURSDAY STRAIGHT CANDID LISTENERS! Syd and Soph are on the mic this week to chat about their personal sexual blueprints and how to become more sexually confident. The girls discuss how they became more comfortable in the bedroom after learning about their own bodies, what they like or dislike, speaking up, and learning that you deserve pleasure just as much as the next person. They also div...

In honor of Halloween this weekend, Syd and Soph wear matching wigs! Quite the site lol (check out their YouTube channel and subscribe if you haven't yet)! The duo chat about their old Halloween costumes, questioning whether to choose a sexy costume or funny one, & ponder whether sexy Halloween costumes are objectifying or empowering. Either way, the two agree to wear whatever makes you happy,...

SPOOKY SEASON IS HERE FOLKS! Do you believe in ghosts? Are all ghosts scary? Stories of spirits and ghosts galore this week will leave you in awe & wonder. Syd talks about her personal experiences with spirits and Soph discusses the question of whether or not she believes in them. Syd's mom, Susan (yes, she's back!) also hops back on the mic to talk about her spooky encounters and how her and...

ONE YEAR DOWN CANDID CREW - and many more to go! On this episode, the two reflect on this past year, from the conception to the one year anniversary of Straight Candid! Believe us when we say that we HIGHLY recommend staying until the very end of the episode to hear our very own Candid listeners jump on the mic but also to hear one of the more embarrassing pieces of advice syd and soph have ever s...

This week on Straight Candid, we welcome HELLO TEFI. But first, Syd has THE BEST Straight Candid Moment and Soph is apparently now a dog person. Tefi and the girls dish on all things pop culture, toxic relationships, and how to know when to get out. Tefi is currently going viral on Tik Tok, hosted a Ted X, and influencing across all social media platforms around SELF CONFIDENCE (oh, and she's a Ca...

After a one week hiatus, the Straight Candid Girls are BACK! Mental health remains top of mind for the two, so they took a much needed break. Back and better than ever, Syd and Soph give life updates on dating dilemmas, moving in with a significant other, and all relationship dynamics. As you know, Syd moved in with Jordan. She is here to squash all of the assumptions, and digs deep on how to live...

The Candid girls are back this week to discuss Family Dynamics and share candid banter! Syd spent the weekend in LA and brings us back a Straight Candid bathroom story. Soph needs listeners to share their "poop tactics" when starting a new fling. Next, the duo dive into their thoughts on family dynamics and take a hilarious online quiz. Syd and Soph discuss how they were raised, and look into thei...

Meet Rikaya - a badass, advocate for positivity, and inspiring human that the girls welcome on this week to speak her story about a night stuck in crossfire. Rikaya flashes back to when her life changed forever and a pizza outing in Minneapolis ended in her new found identity as a paraplegic. Relearning day to day tasks like using the restroom or showering, to finding the support system that build...

This week Syd & Soph talk with one another about gender stereotypes and the sexuality spectrum. Both Syd & Soph want to give you a warning that they are not trained or educated on this topic, but would like to give you their candid thoughts as women. They have important conversations about heterosexuality, homosexuality, asexuality and everything in between! The two girls explain where the...

Attention everyone: Big Guy’s Home! Syd hosts solo this week as she welcomes Emma Caris, her best friend, on the mic. The dynamic duo chat about how they became friends and, most importantly, how their friendship has evolved after graduating college and Emma moving out to New York. They talk about the hard conversations they've had with one another to hold each other accountable, the real emotions...

The moment you've all been waiting for... THE BUDLIGHT BOAT EPISODE! A little bonus content graces your ears this week as Syd & Soph hop on Jordan's boat, with the Candid crew and three listeners, anchored at Big Island on Lake Minnetonka. The listeners tell us their Straight Candid moments, plus the producers hop on the mic to spill their candid tea. You will hear what NOT to do at work when...

Boobs! Now that we have your attention...on this week's episode, the girls talk about aesthetic enhancements - from Botox & fillers, to boob jobs & BBLs. Syd and Soph speak on their own preferences, plans, and why they think there is a surge in cosmetic surgery. Should we feel bad for wanting to tweak our looks? Does getting these enhancements mean we're failing at feminism? Are we letting...

This episode is all things…. VAGINAS! But listeners with penises, please stay and learn as this will benefit you and your partner just as much. The girls have an amazing guest, a friend and workout buddy, Dr. Sarah Manneh who is a well known OBGYN in the Twin-Cities area. Sarah gives us an explanation of vagina anatomy, difference between an “innie” and an “outie”, and what each of those means in...

What's up Candid Crew! This week Syd and Soph begin the episode by recapping their past weekend, chatting about heelies, sexy netflix shows, and feet pics. After their energetic intro, the girls get right into it - Dating Apps. Whether you use Tinder, Hinge, Bumble, or Farmers Only - Syd and Soph share all their tips and tricks to help you maximize your matches, up your chances of getting a respon...