Science and Spice: The Saucy Yet Nice Podcast

Science & Spice

Two friends and industry professional discuss books, movies, TV shows and pop culture in an "HR friendly" manner. Because women in science love being nerdy in all aspects of life, both in and outside of the lab.

  1. 4d ago

    Book Lovers

    Finally! After recommending it approximately 42 times on previous podcasts, our hosts finally discuss Book Lovers. Our hosts talked about the portrayal and romanticism of NYC in the book and where they would go on a one month vacation. The discuss the finer details of what their villain origin story might be, who their favorite fictional villains are, what small town business they would save, and what other careers they wanted to pursue. We promise, these discussion points do circle back to the novel itself. This is one of those books where the witty banter will have you cackling aloud at inopportune times. Read it, then give us a listen! If you have any other book suggestions for us, please drop a comment!

    1h 3m

  2. May 27

    Dungeon Crawler Carl

    Welcome, Crawler! Join our Crawlers, Megan and Brooke, as they discuss Dungeon Crawler Carl (Book #1). What's up with Agatha? How do they feel about the Dungeon AI as a character? How perfect is Princess Donut? (The answer is absolutely and royally perfect.) Is Carl a reliable narrator? Plus, Predictions: what race and class will Carl and Donut pick on the 3rd floor? how would our hosts handle the apocalypse and who would they take with them? what would their first achievement be? Listen and find out! Drop a comment and let us know what you would take with you down into the dungeon! New Achievement! You've read the summary! Reward? Go listen to the podcast!

    49 min

  3. May 13

    Cruel Prince

    Join our hosts as they discuss Holly Black's Cruel Prince! Megan and Brooke discuss the political landscape of the book and which plot twists and turns surprised them. Of course they discuss the D&D alignment of the main characters and how those alignments influence what we think of those characters and their actions. Why do we love Madoc more than we should? Why do we dislike Taryn more than we thought we would? Listen and find out!

    47 min

  4. Apr 29

    What We Learned Working in the Personal Care Industry

    Join our hosts as they share what they learned working in the Personal Care Industry, where they met working as scientists. Ever wonder how a product's packaging affects the formula? Or how companies come up with almost perfect dupes of other brand's cult favorites? Listen in and learn about what it's like to work in the lab at a personal care industry testing products like nail polish, skin serums, shampoo, and more! You'll hear about industry jargon, glitter explosions, and why determining if something is a liquid or a solid can be tricky... "I love scientists, but sometimes we can be a handful." ~ Megan And remember, wear sunscreen!

    1h 17m

  5. Apr 15

    Cemetery Boys

    Join our hosts as they discuss Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas. Megan and Brooke discuss the DnD alignment of Yads, Jules, and Maritza. They both gushed over the world building and magical system in the novel, and share when they figured out the cause of Miguel and Julian's deaths. They discuss Yadriel's relationships with the others in the book, and reflect on how adorable Jules and Yads are together. The second book Espiritu is out this fall!

    42 min

  6. Apr 1

    That's Not My Name

    Join our hosts as they discuss Megan Lally's YA thriller: That's Not My Name. They discuss when they figured out that Mary wasn't Lola, whether or not Wayne photoshopped the girls' photos or if they just looked that similar, the giant red flags walking around as humans, and how the characters would never have survived a Criminal Minds episode. The hosts agree, while maybe not a true thriller, the novel is entertaining and engaging.

    39 min

  7. Mar 18

    Bridgerton - Season 4

    Join our hosts as they discuss Bridgerton Season 4 -- Benedict and Sophie's story. For the first time, Megan and Brooke record the episode in two parts. They discuss Part 1 before Part 2 comes out, so they can capture their thoughts and predictions. They discuss Benedict, Sophie, and female relationships in Part 1. In Part 2, they discuss Violet and Francesca's stories, Benedict and Sophie's relationship, and how their predictions from Part 1 played out. Finally, they share their predictions on who will be the next romantic lead and who is the new Whistledown. Drop a comment and share your thoughts!

    1h 8m

  8. Feb 18

    People We Meet on Vacation

    Join our hosts as they discuss People We Meet on Vacation, the movie based on Emily Henry's novel. Megan adds some context about changes made in the movie compared to the novel (which Brooke DNF-ed). They discuss all things travel: where they would want to travel on vacation, some of their favorite trips and souvenirs, and whether they're more of a Poppy or an Alex when they travel. Plus they discuss their first impressions of each other and talk about "ruining the friendship." Give a listen and let us know your favorite travel destinations!

    54 min
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Two friends and industry professional discuss books, movies, TV shows and pop culture in an "HR friendly" manner. Because women in science love being nerdy in all aspects of life, both in and outside of the lab.

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