A New Chapter for the Brains On Universe

The Announcement of a Temporary Hiatus

Host Molly Bloom, known for her work on Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Forever Ago, and Moment of Um, recently shared a significant update regarding the future of the podcast network. In a candid announcement, Bloom revealed that the team is "taking a little break from making new episodes." While acknowledging that this news might be "not cool" for dedicated listeners, she emphasized that this is "not goodbye." Instead, the production team is embarking on an exciting period of transition as they are currently "looking for a new home" for their operations.

Packing Up at Headquarters

The podcast transcript offers a humorous look into the chaos of moving the "Brains On headquarters." The team is currently "busy packing up everything," a process that has proven to be quite a logistical challenge. The lighthearted dialogue between characters—including Sanden, Joy Dolo from Forever Ago, and Hermi the elephant—highlights the whimsical nature of the team's belongings. From trying to find a box "big enough for a taco farm" to dealing with a "life-sized cotton candy sculpture of Penelope Poodle," the transition is clearly a massive undertaking.

Bloom notes that the future "new headquarters will be bigger and better," promising upgrades such as "six more bathrooms, ten more water slides," and finally, a "working doorbell" to replace the current one that "drives me batty." The frantic packing session also served as a nostalgic inventory of the show's history, with mentions of iconic items like "Molly's thunderpants," the "Velcro balloon," and the "loop coordinator."

Maintaining Live Connections

Despite the temporary pause in regular episode production, the Brains On universe remains committed to its audience. Bloom confirmed that the team will continue to engage with fans through live events. Brains On is scheduled to perform live in Dallas on September 13, and Smash Boom Best will bring its signature "live debate action" to Princeton, New Jersey, on October 26th. Bloom expressed her enthusiasm for these events, stating, "I'll be there and I would love to high-five all of you in person."

How to Stay Informed

For listeners concerned about missing out on updates, the team has provided a clear path to stay connected. To receive the "forwarding address" and future announcements regarding their new location, fans are encouraged to sign up for the official newsletter at brainson.org/newsletter. By doing so, listeners will be "the first to know about our new home."

As the team concludes this transition period, their message to the audience remains one of deep gratitude and anticipation. Bloom assures listeners that they "cannot wait to have you over for a visit" once the move is complete. Until then, the team maintains a warm, affectionate tone, reminding their community that "we love you very, very much." This hiatus is clearly not an end, but a necessary step toward building a more robust and exciting future for the Brains On universe.