SYD & JORDAN 3 THIS IS FOR MY MONEY ANXIOUS FRIENDS OUT THERE. Jordan jumps on to help Syd discuss the elephant in most people’s relationships… MONEY. Let’s stop pretending we don’t know our credit card debt and start facing it head first, by learning from what they’ve learned & the mistakes they have ALSO made. It’s only scary until you know how to budget, when to save, and when it’s GOOD or BAD debt. Thankfully, Jordan has taught Syd a thing or two when she’s thought there was no...

86% of listeners said they were a people pleaser - and Syd admits she is a recovering one. Today's episode talks about all the reasons why we people please & what we REALLY mean to say. How do we stop people pleasing? Why do we care so much about the perception of others over what our values/morals/capacity is? From mother in laws to friends; coworkers to people we don't know - we've all been guilty agreeing with something we don't believe & not standing up for ourselves to avoid...

SYD & SISTER TAY 3  ADVICE NEEDED? Text or call: 612-470-7569 Taylor is back on the mic this season for sister advice to our well said listeners. She keeps it candid on dating apps, signs he's into you, red flags to RUN from, the current dating apps scene & reasons to NOT lose hope. We react to advice needed in situationships, bad boyfriends, rebounds, & 'What is he thinking?' I can't wait for you to hear the FIRST episode of my many CALL SYD advice episodes.. Whether it is...

Morgan from Two Hot Takes is BACK!!! Syd's fellow Minnesota born podcaster! MY FIRST GUEST OF SEASON 2! Since the two have entered a new stage of life, it only makes sense to chat about what is next and HOW IT HAPPENED. What is different now? How do you have the engagement conversation with your partner? How do you know if they are on the same page? Since Morgan & Syd love giving advice & reacting to listener/reddit situations, this episode includes a mix of both.  Diving right...

WELCOME TO WELL SAID PODCAST (previously, Straight Candid Podcast). Candid Syd is back on the mic - oh how I have missed you all! Bear with me as I get used to solo recording for the first time in a LONGGGG time. Lucky for you, I won't be solo always & there are so many talented people I can't wait for you to hear from, but I wanted to give you a POV into what the last few months has looked like behind closed doors. The breakup has been tough, the transition has been tough, and change...

We think you should just listen to this one for all the context:) WE LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH.There has been so much love for 3 years - but this is not the end of what is next. Syd & Soph are continuing on, it's just going to look a little different.   This podcast is not over - EPISODES WILL CONTINUE.** Soph is not done making content - SHE IS JUST GETTING STARTED.** We have grown & changed - values, wants, and how we see our future's are included in that. We are different people and...

Get ready for a hilarious and candid episode with our guest, Sarah Schauer. From Vine sensation to YouTube personality and award-winning podcaster (The BBC Club), Sarah's journey is a rollercoaster of humor and monotone wit. In this episode, we delve into her upbringing, sobriety, sensory overload, all while capturing the essence of her signature sarcasm as a lesbian comedian. Join us as we welcome Sarah! A true comedic (and candid) genius. Thanks for all the laughs and love :) Follow...

DOM ROBERTS in the house! Here to talk all things bad roommates, backhanded complements, being yourself is NOT brave, and cancel culture. Dom was an absolute pleasure to have on the podcast in LA at the Two Hot Takes studio 3 Dom talks about her activist work and how she became a voice for those who didn't know how to have one. She talks about speaking up and saying something authentically, with the possibility of failing, vs. performative allyship. Do canceled people get a second chance??...

On this weeks episode, we sit down with lawyer turned content creator, Dellara Gorkian.  Dellara is a true advocate for others and a representative of the DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) community. Dellara's impactful voice recently echoed within the walls of Capitol Hill as she fearlessly addressed crucial issues. A LITERAL LEGAL BADDIE.  During our candid convo we unravel the complexities of working in male-dominated spaces. Dellara shares insights into her own experience,...

Shedding the sh*t that doesn't fit, including birth control, clothes, and not understanding what our bodies are telling us. Time for a refresh & update on the gals - We've been busy & things have changed. Bodies, routine, emotions, hormones - some connected. Syd & Soph both dive into the journey off of birth control & how the Oura ring has helped them track & learn about their bodies. Syd shares her experience in letting go of old clothes - the feeling of RELIEF.  Don't...

On tiktok @BeccaMoore is a girls girl famously known for her amusing ratings (like rating her creepy dms), dating stories, and that one time an Uber driver may have actually saved her life. She has established a kind of brand of internet humor that taps into her own feminist perspectives to share her personal experiences with men on- and offline. We are here for it! This week on Straight Candid, Becca talks about her experiences with toxic relationships, dating, photoshop, LA life, and her...

JORDAN POPPED THE QUESTION & our candid girl syd is officially engaged!!!!!! Syd spills all the tea - the signs that hinted, the texts, who was shady, the timeline, and how he asked her to get married! Syd here - "I just wanted to say how exciting it is to take you all along on the life journey's and milestones as we grow with this podcast. You guys are like our besties we tell everything to. I am ecstatic to share my relationship journey & love with you!"   Syd & Soph talk...

THROWIN’ IT BACK to the good ol’ College days when Syd and Soph were slappin’ the bag, wearing slutty halloween costumes, and having their fair share of UV blue. This week we hear from y’all with some Drunk College CANDID confessions. The Candid Crew knows how to party and we’re here for it! Syd and Soph also give some wholesome candid advice on how to find a new sense of normal when your world does a complete 180 after graduation. We answer some listener Q&A’s about grad school, career...

This week Straight Candid is joined by the scream machine, Spencewuah. Once a tiktok barista, relieving stress with a daily scream video, he now has a large tiktok presence, a successful podcast, and still… plenty of screams.  Join along as Spencewuah humorously talks about moving to LA, getting his shit together, gay dysphoria, dating apps, and sex injuries. This is one you won’t want to miss 3 PLEASE RATE and Follow on...

As Miley Cyrus once put it.... LOVE, MONEY, PARTY! And by love, money, party, we mean: dirty talk & confessions of a dirty talk struggler; money sh*t we wish we would've known earlier & how to budget; & how partying looks a WHOLE lot different where we are right now. Do you need to be good at dirty talk to spice things up? What spending habit changed the way we view $$ forever & set us up for success?? Why is it that partying is less appealing & are we boring for not...

Syd and Soph are BACK with the queen of overcoming daddy issues herself - Violet Benson! Join these amazing women as they talk about Violet’s journey coming to the United States from Israel, and how she was inspired to create her epic platform, DADDY ISSUES.  She shares about her upbringing and how we can all learn to love others as well as ourselves through the complexity of love languages. Listen as they discuss how to find confidence in your true identity, what to do if you find yourself...

TWO HOT TAKES Morgan is HERE! Two worlds are colliding to bring you Reddit, candid podcast content. Morgan is the reason we were in LA - She is the reason we have found a new energy to Straight Candid love..... so PLEASE listen to hear us chat about hustling in LA, how she turned hustle to income, what you need to know as a podcaster, & how to think further than what is in front of you. We talk hustle, what LA is like, and of course, we talk Two Hot Takes reddit stories - first orgasms,...

Join Sophie and Sydney in a fun-filled episode as they spill the TEA on their latest life updates, dive into their summer plans, and take a hilarious trip down MEMORY LANE. They tackle everything from TRENDY fashion finds to the unexpected challenges of body image and the art of "summer drinking". Listeners also write in their personal summer goals, fixing their digestion, finding a work/life balance, and taking time to breathe. Brace yourself for TWO unexpected confessions that will keep...

HARRY JOWSEY joins Straight Candid from the Two Hot Takes studios in LA. Holy crap.  Harry opens up about a side of him he recently discovered - no longer the f*ck boy energy post public breakup, the spiritual awakening he had with ayahuasca, & his newly found feminine energy he is harnessing. Harry opens about why he started reality TV & Too Hot to Handle - wanting to make people laugh because of the darkness he's had around him. He also shares what it was like to break up publicly,...

Join us as we explore the ABSURD and HILARIOUS conflicts that can arise in relationships. From trivial arguments about cookies and dishwashing techniques to the challenges of effective communication, we share PERSONAL anecdotes and offer practical advice for resolving conflicts in relationships. Discover strategies for expressing your needs, staying calm in the heat of the moment, and fostering open communication outside of arguments. WE LOVE YOU CANDID FAM 3 PLEASE RATE and Follow on...

LA EPI #1 - DOM GABRIEL IS ON STRAIGHT CANDID! Dom was CANDID - immediately opening up about his time on Perfect Match, The Mole, and who he was/what he left behind prior to coming to fame with reality TV. Who was Dom before TV? What is the biggest challenge with all this attention? What happens next - Canada or LA? Oh & no more Aussies?  LADIES: Dom answered ALL your write in's about your male situation-ships & he's got a POV! Listen for his advice in our game, "What is He...

THE LADIES MADE IT TO LA!!!! Holy crap they are buzzing with energy & creativity again - the city has set a fire under their a$ses to keep having candid conversations, creating, and thinking outside the box. They offer a sneak peak into what episodes are coming from their trip (11 recorded in 4 days) -who the big names are & the amazing conversations had from the Two Hot Takes studio in Los Angeles.  Syd & Soph share about their 6 days together in an AIRBNB- what they've learned...

From toxic clean beauty to 12-step routines, it's hard to know what REALLY works for our skin. That's where nationally acclaimed board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Tareen comes in. With years of experience in both medical and cosmetic dermatology, she's here this week to help separate FACT from FICTION. What should I be using on my skin in my 20s vs 30s vs 40s? Is gua sha a fad? How do I get rid of Bacne?? She shares her knowledge on hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, retinol, sunscreen, acne,...

Ready to uncover the MALE dating perspective? Join us this week as we dive into the male psyche and uncover the number one thing guys look for in a female.  Listeners asked your most pressing questions as Syd's boyfriend, Jordan and Soph's boyfriend, Pat answer them with HONESTY & HUMOR. You are also formally introduced to Straight Candid's secret persona we have now named, "Brad the Baddie."  You'll find out whether guys are more afraid of being cheated on or being the cheater, how...

Ready to jump back into the dating game after a breakup? Don't swipe right just yet! The listeners had some STRONG opinions about online dating and the girls shared em' all. Ever wondered what men are thinking when they use the apps?  The girls explore the signs that indicate you're ready to start a new relationship, how to get the closure you NEED, and why moving on is sometimes NECESSARY. Plus, get ready to laugh as we share hilarious stories from real divorced people on the moments they...