Straight Candid

Syd and Soph are solo this week - but not solo in their relationship status. *Enter Soph's new boo* - "Plant Daddy." Dare I say... Official? They chat about the common repercussions that occur after posting their partners on Instagram (worth it) and debate their feelings with "you'll find love when you stop looking for it" To try or to not try... that is the question. 

It's never easy to address your own weaknesses but Syd and Soph candidly admit to their own toxic traits and the struggle of self reflection - in any sort of relationship: friendships, dating, family, business, etc. Do you have any toxic behaviors? Hint: you do. 

Last but not least the conversation takes a candid turn. You'll hear about Jerdy's hangover, long distance relationships, a listeners poop fetish hinge run-in, and probably more poop talk. What's new? ;)  SIGN UP FOR MARCH 5TH EVENT AT LULULEMON MOA. Link in bio.

MONEY MONEY MONEY!  Let's chat about the thing we avoid figuring out. The thing that is so private, yet it makes our world go round. Callan Faulkner is back on the podcast this week to talk about finances and how to manage your dollaaaas, utilize your skills and interests to make more, and HOW THE HECK TO START. We get it - money is hard to talk about, in fact 90% of listeners said it frustrating and confusing. That’s why she’s here. Callan gives step by step instructions on how to make money doable, less intimidating, and where the hell you should put it. Why 401Ks? How do I budget for rent or paying off credit cards? How do I even start saving? Let’s talk MONAYYYYYYY!

As the wise woman says, "Make more, spend less, & invest the rest!" Don’t forget to listen for our #StraightCandid moment, where weed and work don’t mix well & also listen for YOUR chance to win a hoodie!!!!!   

Check out episode #025 for more from Callan!

Roses are red, violets are blue; love is in the air, & Sophie's farts are too. Nothing says love like flatulence on Valentine's day.

This week, Syd and Soph explain how gifts are NOT a Valentine's day requirement, what last-minute date ideas they approve of, and a story of heartbreak on a past Valentine's day. What do girls REALLY want for Vday? Don't know what to get your mans? WE GOT YOU. 

The good, the bad, the toots, and a day of love. ENJOY!

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's 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 how to meet him/her in REAL LIFE. Dealing with dating app burnout? The girls share their tips in increasing your chances of meeting someone in the wild. 

What you put out into the world is what you will get in return, so compliment the cute boy at the coffee shop, smile at a stranger, and get out of your comfort zone!  Later, the ladies answer a few looming questions: Do we believe in soulmates? What thoughts did our listeners have regarding our ONE true love? The beans have been SPILLED. Enjoy!

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 why it's not the best idea to send pics for money (even if it's a pajama selfie). Stay 'til the end to hear a listener Straight Candid moment you won't want to miss (ft. Lion King) and an upcoming Straight Candid event at Lululemon! 

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 dating life as a 34-year-old, her childhood as a refugee who immigrated to the US with her parents, and how her past has played a part in her go-getter attitude. 

Classycleanchic, or as some of you know her, Emerson, enlightens us on how her side hustle of blogging and partnerships, became her full-time career. She chats about the moment she was finally able to leave her engineering job and take her influencer life full-time. She includes what dating is like with a large following, TikTok trolls, and why she now avoids filters & photoshop. Emerson is as classy (and candid) as it gets. ;) 

Syd & Soph feel lucky AF to not only have these intelligent women as their mentors but also as friends. The Straight Candid team loves ya!

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 CANDID listener experiences with broken girl codes & lost friendships. OH and stick around for a crazy candid story about a dirty underwear mishap. Eeek. 

No more 'Girl Code' blurred lines headed into 2022 with this epi - Let us know what you think & enjoy Candid crew! 

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 keep, a New Years goal.

Lastly, Syd and Soph chat about what they are leaving 2021 - including ignoring red flags, comparison, bad eating habits, bacterial vaginosis, and binge drinking. A friendly reminder - NYE is one day a year, you will wake up as the same person that you were the day before, so start those small steps toward being a better version of yourself, but you are amazing as you already are! 

2022, BRING IT ON BABY! 

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 other submitted, candid questions. These questions and topics just kiss the surface of the ambiguity in sex and genital anatomy.

Tune in to hear about upcoming events, such as our Ugly Christmas Sweater Party at Graze Minneapolis on December 16th at 6PM and our BEST CHRISTMAS EVER family - Link in bio to donate.

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 perspective on toxic energies and what they've left behind and grown from. From the uncomfortable conversations with friends about their current boyfriend you don't love, to Soph's "list" she keeps handy to remind her why it's a BAD idea to go back, the four leave nothing on the table regarding the moments of weakness we've all had for our pasts.  

Let's dive right in, get Balls Deep in why we crave the things that are the worst for us, and reflect on how far we've come! Welcome our guests this week - HOT HOT HOT!

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 you with scientific, genetic, societal, & personal upbringing reasons that will help you understand the WHY. She gets personal, sharing details regarding her past eating habits, what she wishes she could go back and tell her 20-year-old self, & how she changed her life in a positive way. Wherever you are at in your journey to healing and health, please be mindful that this topic can be touchy. Be kind to yourself. Battles are not meant to be fought alone or in silence. Stay vulnerable, open up to friends and family, and as always - keep it candid. Give @denvyr a follow on Instagram.

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 dive deep into the hook-up culture found at college campuses and their opinions on one night stands. Straight candid listener college hook up stories are also shared this week - make sure to stick around because they are WILD. These two leave you with all things sex & college that they wish they would've known while attending a university. "Set your boundaries, communicate them, and practice safe sex!" Let's get into the nitty gritty. 

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 that come along with moving, and how to stay close living across the country. You get to hear stories that bring the girls wayyyyy back like Emma taking a shot during a college class or Syd almost fighting a girl in Cabo to have Emma’s back. The girls play a little game of red flag or dealbreaker in friendships and answer listener advice questions like - "How to maintain a relationships when one is overly attached to a significant other?" and "When to give up when the effort in the friendship isn't being reciprocated?" Lots to learn from this best friend duo - listen up & enjoy!

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 response, and ultimately how to get off the app for good. Our producer, Jackson, pops on the mic to share his dating app opinions from a male perspective. The girls end by reading off some of their listener responses on "immediate swipe no/yes." This episode may have you rethinking what you decide to incorporate in your dating profile!

This week’s episode is one of the most real and raw conversations that Straight Candid has ever had. Our goal at Straight Candid is to continue to share our platform for conversations that are tough, with intention to normalize them. Addiction is a heavy topic to speak to, but we learn about Chase and John's strength, growth, and self empowerment. Their love is unmatched, their openness is appreciated, and- ultimately their stories are beautiful.  Syd & Soph are more than happy to welcome Chase & John on the podcast to talk about their personal stories of struggling with addiction, sexuality, and accepting the past to move forward. Chase explains misconceptions about living with HIV and how he eventually knew when it was the right time to accept his sexuality. John speaks about his suicide attempt and how his rock bottom had only made him appreciate life (and Chase) more. The love these two have for each other is undeniable and their story is unbelievable. To anyone who is struggling with addiction - Chase said it best -“My worst day sober is better than my best day using.” This episode will leave you with chills. *Content Warnings: Mentions of Suicide, Addiction.

Welcome TAYLOR FRICKEN KAYE! Boob #2, aka Syd’s little sister joins the podcast this week to talk all things siblings, growing up, and DIVORCE. "To say I am proud of who my sister is an understatement. She is the reason I grew up so fast and my best friend through all our life changes." Taylor speaks to being the younger sibling, and moves on to include her college transferring story and experiences learning that the people you surround yourself with, are a reflection of who you are. Both of the girls spend this episode sharing their different experiences with overcoming their parent’s divorce and how it affected growing up and your relationship with your parents. The girls talk about the differences and struggles between being an older sibling vs being a younger sibling: having to be the first one to do everything with no guidance vs having to live up to what your older sibling has done. Thee two also dive into the hilarious stories about when they grew up, like the idiotic stories they tell their gullible mom and the one time Syd made Taylor... well, I guess you'll just have to listen to find out what it is. It’s no secret that Taylor is one of Syd’s most important people in her life and you truly get to know their dynamic as siblings and best friends in this episode, seeing first hand how they support and love each other. Stick around for their advice and opinions on “How to practice self improvement without looking for external appraisal?” Enjoy the Kaye sisters!

This week's episode is filled with updates - What the hell is going on in Syd & Soph's lives? From what they’re watching on Netflix, to how their jobs are REALLY going, all the way to how they’re dating lives are going. Comparing back to when it all started, things have shifted in their day to day lives, personal lives, and their priorities have changed - THEY ARE EVOLVING. The girls chat about their struggles with time management and what they’ve learned career-wise post-college. One things for sure, they make it a point to laugh, learn, and grow alongside listeners. Look how far Straight Candid has come! Syd and Soph also share some exciting new updates - one involves a furry little friend and another a new career venture. Make sure to wait until the end to hear a straight candid listener story that may make you think twice before hitting “send” on your nudes. Eeek!

Nothing like a good ol' free for all - This week Syd and Soph go into the episode with an open and unplanned agenda. The girls begin the episode by riffing about their #straightcandid moments. Syd chats about unexpected run-ins with her dentist, while Soph explains her recent weekend obsession with Bootleggers. Don't mind the sniffles as both the girls are coming down with a cold.

The conversation flows into the topic of unnecessary girl sass and being ghosted. What is even considered "ghosting" in this day and age and why is it becoming more common? Why are some women a victim of a sass stare? Syd asks a hypothetical question regarding what to do if your best friend doesn't like your significant other - needless to say both Syd and Soph struggled to answer this. 

Stay 'til the end to hear some hilarious listener #straightcandid moments and the reveal of the answers to their instagram poll questionnaire. ENJOY!

We got it from our Mama's! The mom’s have arrived. The mothers. The women who sacrificed their birth canal for us. We know by now that Syd and Soph don’t hold anything back and neither do their moms. Without hesitation, the moms give their initial thoughts on the podcast and express their dislike for PooPoo Boy and other risky topics - #NoFilter. They offer their perspective on loss, love, divorce, making mistakes, and finding their independence as woman. And this week, our #StraightCandid moments and advice segment get the reaction and opinions of not two, but four candid women. One thing listeners should understand is these mom’s are now apart of the candid family, therefore they are your mom’s too. Laughs, tears, and a few damn good pieces of advice for this weeks takeaways. Enjoy!

Syd and Soph start this episode off with some real talk. These girls promised to stay candid with you and this is exactly what they do when they share some behind the scenes information about the podcast and talk about struggles they have encountered as a team. You don't think they would leave you without any entertaining takeaways though, did you? Syd and Soph then talk tips and tricks to female grooming, after Soph shares a straight candid moment involving her unmaintained bush. Razor bumps no more! Syd and Soph chat waxing, oils, and a shaving routine so you are able to put your best bush forward. Boys, you might even learn a thing or two. They also talk about the negative effects of Instagram on your relationships, not only with your significant others but with yourself. They both give advice on how to be authentic through your instagram posts and how to NOT end up in a scroll hole. You’re going to want listen all the way through, because they’ve got some WILD Listener Straight Candid Stories that’ll definitely leave you laughing (and your jaw wide open). #poopooboy