High Cognition

Two queer women with a background in psychology deep-dive into the creepiest corners of Reddit... while absolutely baked. Spark up and spiral every week with co-hosts Dakota and Sam.

Episodes

Birthday Special

2 hours ago

2 hours ago

1 hr 20 min

In honor of our cohost Dakotas birthday , we felt like giving to you an extra juicy episode full of drama. Find the comfiest spot on the couch, pack a bowl, and unwind with us as we explore birthday drama. But the birthday girl might've thrown in a few unrelated stories because of how intense they are and hey! You can't say no to the birthday girl, right? Right?
Any questions or recommendations for stories/themes you would like to hear in the future can be sent to our email, highcognitionpodcast@gmail.com. 
 

2 hours ago

1 hr 20 min

Sep 8, 2026

57 min

Have you ever met someone that just had waves of entitlement coming off them? Well today's episode is filled with it. From families full of enablers to parents with favoritism that feels abusive, this episode is sure to make your blood boil. Wind down, smoke up, and enjoy the emotional roller coaster from anger to vindication.
Any questions or recommendations for stories/themes you would like to hear in the future can be sent to our email, highcognitionpodcast@gmail.com. 
 

Sep 8, 2026

57 min

Wedding Drama

Aug 25, 2026

Aug 25, 2026

1 hr 27 min

Don't forget when you plan to get married to your partner that you’re also getting married to their family...for better or worse. In today's episode we are diving into the "or worse" category. From a partner with no backbone to an ableist bride, these stories are sure to get under your skin.
Any questions or recommendations for stories/themes you would like to hear in the future can be sent to our email, highcognitionpodcast@gmail.com. 
 

Aug 25, 2026

1 hr 27 min

Everybody Sucks

Aug 18, 2026

Aug 18, 2026

1 hr 12 min

What does a vacuum cleaner have in common with a lot of people in today's stories? They both suck. This episode doesn't suck though! So wind down with your favorite strain of devils lettuce and get ready to laugh at the stupidity.
Any questions or recommendations for stories/themes you would like to hear in the future can be sent to our email, highcognitionpodcast@gmail.com. 
 

Aug 18, 2026

1 hr 12 min

Aug 11, 2026

1 hr 24 min

Is bestovers a word? No, but we don't care because it sounds cool. Speaking of cool, we decided to dedicate an entire episode to stories we didn't get to read previously because of how much we had to say. Tune in, spark up, and rant along with us.  
Any questions or recommendations for stories/themes you would like to hear in the future can be sent to our email, highcognitionpodcast@gmail.com. 

Aug 11, 2026

1 hr 24 min

Aug 4, 2026

1 hr 20 min

We gathered up the worst of the worst when it comes to family dynamics. Whether it's predatory behavior, assholes, or flat out narcissism, you will be appalled at the audacity. Get ready to get baked and tell the characters in these stories to get fucked!
Study mentioned in the first story is cited below.
Isolate, Inebriate, intimidate, repeat: High rates of sexual force against women are reported when young men given anonymous surveys - Lucia F. O’Sullivan, Scott T. Ronis, 2026. (n.d.). https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08862605261432630
Any questions or recommendations for stories/themes you would like to hear in the future can be sent to our email, highcognitionpodcast@gmail.com. 

Aug 4, 2026

1 hr 20 min

Jul 28, 2026

1 hr 8 sec

Today we will be diving into the weird and unexplainable side of reddit while enjoying the journey our edibles take us on. So grab your gummies, take it, and join us as we blast into the stratosphere.
Any questions or recommendations for stories/themes you would like to hear in the future can be sent to our email, highcognitionpodcast@gmail.com.
 

Jul 28, 2026

1 hr 8 sec

Jul 21, 2026

1 hr 16 min

Listen it's a favorite for a reason, basically anything pumpkin slaps and we aren't just saying this because of the munchies. But the pumpkins in this episode? Rotten and destined for the garbage. Join us and be prepared to yell "WTF" out loud to yourself as we navigate the hellscape known as infidelity. 
Any questions or recommendations for stories/themes you would like to hear in the future can be sent to our email, highcognitionpodcast@gmail.com.

Jul 21, 2026

1 hr 16 min

Absolute A-holes

Jul 14, 2026

Jul 14, 2026

59 min

You heard it here first folks, the people we are discussing in today's episode are all a bunch of assholes. Pack a bowl and feel the rage with us as we dissect each story. 

Jul 14, 2026

59 min

Jul 7, 2026

1 hr 13 min

Let's be blunt here...they don't deserve you bestie, it's time to leave. Speaking of blunt, grab yours and join us while we toke up and psychoanalyze each reddit story linked here.

Jul 7, 2026

1 hr 13 min

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