Best Rice And Records Podcasts (2024)

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831: Mouse Therapy, Concert Amnesia, & Camera Regrets 56:24

2d ago56:24

56:24

We got to have a meetup in real life, and it was magical, except for a disastrous restaurant dining experience where we felt like we were on a Challenge and were force fed disgusting food. We talk about how social media is influencing the photos we take, the memories we make, and the ways it affects our lives. Sarah is trying to overcome her fear o…

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830: Schizophrenia, Inner Voice, & Olympics Food 58:45

5d ago58:45

58:45

Susie talks about the new docuseries, Six Schizophrenic Brothers, which is an accompaniment to the book we read in Candy Club, Pleasant Valley Road, about a family of twelve siblings in which six of them have that mental illness. We talk about how their disorder manifests, why it "scares" Susie, and what we can learn from them. We hear that a Mexic…

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829: Reality Bites, Lucy's Remains, & Phallic Flowers 1:21:37

7d ago1:21:37

1:21:37

Sarah is going solo camping, so she's preparing to fight man and beast by herself. We discuss how reality tv never was what it seemed and there were always interventions from producers to make the show "more interesting." And we're talking to Emily Nussbaum about her book, Cue the Sun: The Invention of Reality TV, to learn more about it all! Sarah …

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828: Sweet Caroline, Spice Police, & Magic Birds 58:11

7d ago58:11

58:11

Susie is still laughing about Sarah's technique for scaring off bears, but turns out, Sarah isn't wrong. We hear about the problem bear she's about to encounter at camp. We discuss how men are animals at sporting events, but also how "sports anthems" are created. We find out why Sweet Caroline, Livin on a Prayer, and Don't Stop Believing became ubi…

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South LA Highlight: Barber Gurus 56:26

5d ago56:26

56:26

On this episode, we speak with Carlos Spivey and Mona Gotoy, Founder and co-Founder of Barber Gurus inc., a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young barbers through training, mentorship, and community service. Carlos, a seasoned barber and educator, founded the organization to nurture new talents and provide community support, including free haircut…

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827: Lost in Space, Music Chills, & World Records 57:43

11d ago57:43

57:43

Sarah is so happy to be home owner (except for all the things that break, go wrong, and cost money)! She's adulting hard today. We learn about astronauts who are stranded at the International Space Station and Sarah is probably panicking more than them or the person responsible (Elon Musk). And she explains how their situation reminds her of being …

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826: Tell Them You Love Me, Bear Attack, & Oscar Pistorius 1:00:25

14d ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Susie's back in the New World, and has a mysterious illness caused by a mystery creature. Her medical anomalies never stop. Sarah is back from a pirate ship adventure where she fought the law and the law won. We discuss the controversial documentary, Tell Them You Love Me, about a scholar who was working with a non-verbal, developmentally disabled …

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825: Muppet Movie, Clam Diggers, & Bongo Justice 1:01:21

16d ago1:01:21

1:01:21

Sarah's breakup has gotten dirty, and Susie is livid. Thoughts and prayers to that man. We discuss the Jim Henson Idea Man documentary, the price of changing the world and what you lose if you're ambitious, and how his childhood may have had a hand in his demise. We debate a new Louisiana law that allows judges to require castration to convicted se…

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824: Stingray Scandal, Tony Danza, & Internet in the Wild 1:03:12

19d ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Sarah is in the "carpentry" era of her single lifestyle, and she's whipping up a coffee table. We learn how to spot overpriced furniture. Sarah is in mourning over the "pregnant" stingray who is mysteriously not pregnant and the aquarium that thought she was is tight-lipped. We realize we need to apologize to Madonna because it turns out you can ad…

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Ep. 30 What is The Value of Youth Music and Arts Education? Feat. Patrice Rushen 1:33:41

27d ago1:33:41

1:33:41

On this episode, MHD speaks with music icon, Patrice Rushen about her journey as a youth learning and performing music to becoming one of the most accomplished musicians in the world. She shares insights into how her musical education started in her early childhood and why it is important to continue to invest in youth arts education today. Patrice…

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823: Green Flags, Zookeepers, & Dance with the Devil 1:01:07

24d ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Sarah wants to thank all the lesbians and allies for welcoming her back into the fold. She explains why she thinks she's following in her grandma's power lez footsteps. We hear about "green flags" women have when they're dating a guy, and we're disturbed at how low the bar is (bed sheets) and also disagree about men presenting as feminists. We disc…

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822: Banksy Museum, What's Your Sign, & Slap Fighting 1:00:32

28d ago1:00:32

1:00:32

There's a new Banksy museum in New York that has not been approved by the artist, but if he were to sue them he might reveal his closely guarded anonymity, and we are delighted that someone might beat him at his own game. We discuss Kansas City Chiefs' football player Harrison Butker's commencement speech telling women to stifle ambitions, be submi…

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821: Serenity Prayer, Dangerous Energy, & Atomic Priesthood 1:02:24

1M ago1:02:24

1:02:24

You asked for personal stuff, so we're giving it to you. Hear how Sarah is dealing with the hysterectomy aftermath and accepting she won't bear children. We discuss the idea of a meritocracy and the lottery of life that can make you feel out of control. Sarah explains how futurists are planning to warn future generations about the dangers of nuclea…

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820: Cheese Addiction, Fake Canadians, & Hug Rights 1:01:30

1M ago1:01:30

1:01:30

We get an update on MouseGate 2024, and hear why Sarah left it "in God's hands." Susie says snakes on an island off of Los Angeles are getting aggressive and are proving Darwin wrong. A woman went to rehab for her cheese addiction, and we hear how much she was eating, debate whether it's a real addiction, and suspect we haven't heard the last of he…

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Ep. 29 The Crossover? Feat. Nick Hamilton, Isaac Bryan, and Karim Webb 1:49:51

1M ago1:49:51

1:49:51

For this episode, MHD talks basketball, entrepreneurship, voting and more with Assemblymember Isaac Bryan, Social Entrepreneur Karim Webb and guest host Nick Hamilton of The Nick Hamilton Experience. Nick Hamilton is the founder of Nitecast Media, a platform created to address the perspectives and needs of Black communities and other communities of…

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819: Mouse House, Puppy Dog Eyes, & Dinosaur Wings 1:04:03

1M ago1:04:03

1:04:03

It's an animal-themed episode for better or for WAY worse. Sarah reports on a new dinosaur fossil discovered in silica, which preserved its strange, patchy feathers and scaly skin, but made her wonder why the devil he had teeny tiny arms (that make the t-rex's seem like Shaq's), so she's got a theory. We have a mystery in Colorado involving a bunch…

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818: Ashley Madison, Diss Tracks, & Near Death Experiences 1:42:24

1M ago1:42:24

1:42:24

Sarah is thriving and we're here for it! She even joined a special club of like-minded people, and it's kind of hilarious, but also awesome. We talk about the Ashley Madison dating site for married people seeking affairs and how the documentary showed the range of outcomes for people who were exposed in the data breach. The world's fattest monkey, …

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817: Broken Noses, Hungry Judges, & Handwriting Memories 1:04:23

1M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

Sarah has big news, and we're so excited for her next chapter. She's growing up, making moves, and being committed. We discuss the Westminster Kennel Dog Show and the amazing dogs and their quirky owners. We learn about the Hungry Judge Effect and how seemingly minor, inconsequential factors can change your life. We hear whether handwriting is bett…

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816: Furries, Liars, and Not Safe For Work 1:03:12

2M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Susie wants to understand the allure of furries. Is this costumed situation kinky or innocuous (just the fur, baby!)? And would you be ok with your college professor doing his lectures in a full costume? We discuss a new Only Fans sensation, Girth Master, who has, you guessed it, a full circumference on show. Susie watched a documentary about Dusti…

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Ep. 28 Can Holistic Strategies Curb Violence in Los Angeles? Feat. Connie Rice 1:34:43

2M ago1:34:43

1:34:43

Connie Rice, is a lawyer and author renowned for coalition legal cases and campaigns that fight systemic injustice to advance multiracial democracy. Her work has won over $10 billion in damages and policy changes that expanded safety and opportunity for millions in poor neighborhoods. Rice’s advocacy has earned over 50 major awards and prompted Los…

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815: Single Sarah, Musical Death, & Northern Lights 1:10:11

2M ago1:10:11

1:10:11

Sarah is a single lady again, and she wanted to share what happened, how she's feeling, and why she's, you guessed it, optimistic. Susie just wants to make sure Sarah gets custody of all of her electronics. Sarah had serious FOMO over the North American Northern Lights anomaly, and wants to go to Iceland to get a fix. Sarah has a proposal for youth…

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814: Jerry Lee Lewis, Conjoined Twins, & Psychopath Kids 1:04:50

2M ago1:04:50

1:04:50

You spoke, we listened--you said you wanted more personal stories, so we're doing our best! Hear why Susie's eyeballs are mid and Sarah's on a tropical vacation. Susie talks about Jerry Lee Lewis, who is a rock-n-roll legend, but is highly problematic, and Sarah explains how we can love people for their best traits without condoning their sins. We …

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Slots. Slots. Slots. 1:25:02

2M ago1:25:02

1:25:02

Why can we not have slots in Livewire components?sBy Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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813: Fears for Tears, Mona Lisa's Eyes, & Dementia Identity 1:01:48

2M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

Three cheers for lesbian weddings, and fingers crossed Sarah gets to have one someday. The Louvre is moving the Mona Lisa to the basement and now we want to know what the fuss is about her anyway. We debate whether Taylor Swift should use a private jet to fly or if she should fly commercial like the rest of us. Sarah wonders what the future of conc…

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812: Stuffed Animals, Charlie Chaplin, & Titanic Grit 1:05:16

2M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Sarah has the Little League World Series fever, but really she just loves that they hug each other. Susie isn't so sure about all this touchy feely stuff, and is startled by the stats on the number of adults who sleep with stuffed animals. We revisit the story of a journalist who went undercover as a high school student, discuss why it's considered…

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[Re-Air] MHD OTR South LA Highlight: White Hall Arts Academy 47:08

2M ago47:08

47:08

On this episode, Chavonne Taylor speaks with Tanisha Hall, founder of the White Hall Arts Academy, a performing and visual arts education facility here in South Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, the White Hall Arts Academy offers a blend of classical and contemporary arts training to children and adults. Tanisha is a graduate of Berklee College of Musi…

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811: Schrodinger's Cat, Fake Vegetables, & Microfeminism 1:04:20

2M ago1:04:20

1:04:20

Sarah explains why latino families are happier about lending money and giving gifts to their family members, but Susie says cranky families are pretty fun too. Botanists want you to know there's no such thing as a vegetable despite literally everyone else agreeing there is. Susie wants plastic surgery and wants you to vote on what she should get ne…

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810: Hospital Beeps, North Korean Jeans, & Dog Hotels 1:01:42

2M ago1:01:42

1:01:42

We talk about the gallery employee who surreptitiously hung up his own art and got fired as a result. Susie makes a confession about The Jinx that has us questioning her mental acuity. We discuss a documentary where a young man travels to a remote island to convert the tribe to Christianity only to meet his death. We hear about the effect hospital …

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