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The Bright Side

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The Bright Side, the hit podcast from Hello Sunshine, is back for a brand new season! Every Monday, join Emmy nominated host, Simone Boyce, as she brings you a dose of culture and inspiration - with celebrity interviews, the latest in health and wellness, smart takes on pop culture, and real conversations with women doing amazing things. The Bright Side is a destination for joy and connection; the show is designed to inspire, educate, and empower women as they navigate everyday challenges and live life to the fullest.

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The Bright Side, the hit podcast from Hello Sunshine, is back for a brand new season! Every Monday, join Emmy nominated host, Simone Boyce, as she brings you a dose of culture and inspiration - with celebrity interviews, the latest in health and wellness, smart takes on pop culture, and real conversations with women doing amazing things. The Bright Side is a destination for joy and connection; the show is designed to inspire, educate, and empower women as they navigate everyday challenges and live life to the fullest.

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English


Episodes
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The Fertility Questions You’ve Always Wanted to Ask with Dr. Natalie Crawford

7/28/2025
Fertility can be a confusing and emotional road—and no one should have to navigate it alone. In this episode, we go beyond the usual fertility talk to explore the real-life struggles behind infertility, from missed diagnoses to lifestyle shifts that made all the difference. So many of us are left searching for answers without knowing where to turn. Reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Natalie Crawford is here to help! She shares her insights on common fertility myths, the importance of male factors, and why a whole-body, proactive approach matters. Whether you're trying now or planning for the future, this is a conversation full of honesty, hope, and empowerment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:48

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Self-Care & Second Chances: Amanda Kloots on Mediums, Matchmaking & Magnesium

7/21/2025
Amanda Kloots returns to The Bright Side for a wide-ranging and deeply honest conversation about navigating change. She opens up her time on The Talk, launching her new supplement line, and what it’s been like to date again after deep loss. From grief spirals to green drinks, romantic firsts to full-body MRIs, Amanda shows us what it means to live fully—even when you feel a little lost. This is an era of reinvention, self-compassion, and staying open to what's next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:09

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Leading with Audacity: Confessions of a Wall Street History-Maker

7/14/2025
Behind every budget is a backstory—and for many people, that story is complicated. Today’s episode is a wake-up call to those of us who are tired of shrinking to fit someone else's idea of success. Lauren Simmons—who shattered barriers on Wall Street at just 23—joins us to share how audacity is the real game-changer. It's about embracing our worth, owning our power, and making bold moves that reflect the future we actually want. Get ready to become financially unrecognizable in six months! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:00

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It's Not Just in Your Head: The Truth About Hormones

7/7/2025
If you’ve ever been told your symptoms are “normal” or felt dismissed when asking real questions about your health, you’re not alone. So many women are left to navigate painful periods, mood swings, hormonal acne, and fertility struggles without clear answers or support. In this episode, we’re digging into why that happens, what your hormones are really trying to tell you, and how to finally feel heard and understood. Our guest is Rachel Blank, founder of Allara, a platform built to bridge the gap in women’s hormonal healthcare. Together with Allara’s Medical Director, Dr. Tiffany Pham, we break down common myths, surprising truths, and practical ways to take charge of your hormone health today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:53

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You're Never Too Old: Limiting Beliefs Shannon Watts Is Lighting on Fire

6/30/2025
Activist, author, and mother of five Shannon Watts joins The Bright Side today to talk about her new book Fired Up: How to Turn Your Spark into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age. Shannon breaks down her inspiration for the book, the key elements to finding your fire, how to go after it, and reminds listeners it's never too late to start living your desires. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:55

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Introducing: Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club

6/26/2025
Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club is the podcast where great stories, bold women, and irresistible conversations collide! Hosted by former Bright Side co-host, Danielle Robay, new weekly episodes balance thoughtful literary insight with the fervor of buzzy book trends, pop culture and more. Bookmarked brings together celebrities, tastemakers, influencers and authors from Reese's Book Club and beyond to share stories that transcend the page. Like what you heard? Subscribe to the Bookmarked podcast HERE. For more buzzy book talk, and be sure to follow us @reesesbookclub See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:44:06

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Normalize Bed Rot: How Relaxation Can Help You Become Your Best Self

6/23/2025
Nicola Jane Hobbs is a relaxed woman…or at least aspiring to be one. She is a psychologist, therapist, yoga teacher, and the author of the upcoming book The Relaxed Woman. In today’s episode of The Bright Side, Nicola breaks down how her body told her that she was burning out and how she reframed and reclaimed rest. Nicola gives us all the practical secrets, strategies, mindsets, and exercises on how to release compulsive busyness, slow down, and enjoy the moment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:33

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Finding Your Voice Again with Rachel Platten

6/16/2025
Rachel Platten became a global force with Fight Song, but few know the silent battle she's fought behind the scenes. In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Rachel and Simone share raw, unfiltered stories of motherhood, mental health, and finding your voice again. This is Rachel, like you’ve never heard her—vulnerable, luminous, and rooted in a whole new strength. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:39:35

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Cringe Is the New Cool: How Phoebe Robinson Built Her Own Lane

6/9/2025
Comedian, author, and multihyphenate powerhouse Phoebe Robinson joins The Bright Side for a no-holds-barred conversation on building a creative legacy, growing through rejection, and proving yourself right—on your own terms. From Two Dope Queens to Tiny Reparations Books, she shares what it really takes to make space when no one hands you the blueprint—plus her hot takes on hobbies, Pedro Pascal, and Sex and the City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:58

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Becoming Emotionally Fit with Dr. Emily Anhalt So You Can Design Your Life

6/2/2025
Dr. Emily Anhalt is a clinical psychologist and the author of Flex Your Feelings. As the co-founder of Coa, the world’s first-ever emotional fitness gym, she introduces a new kind of workout that strengthens our emotional muscles. In this episode. Dr. Emily. shares how we can build traits like mindfulness, vulnerability, and curiosity—not just in theory, but through daily practice. From handling setbacks with intention to becoming more self-aware and less reactive, we talk through practical ways to expand our resilience and deepen our emotional capacity in everyday life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:54

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Sarah Spain: Saying Yes to Yourself Even When the Critics Say No

5/27/2025
Sarah Spain is an Emmy winner, an ESPN trailblazer, and the creator of the first daily women's sports podcast Good Game with Sarah Spain. She's also proof that being pushed out of your “dream job” isn’t the end -- it’s often the beginning of something bigger. In the season two premiere of The Bright Side, Sarah opens up about what it means to be a woman who contains multitudes in a world that wants to you to shrink. We talk about chasing big dreams, creating lasting change in women's sports and the power of owning every part of your story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:54

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Introducing: The Bright Side Season 2

5/19/2025
The Bright Side, the hit podcast from Hello Sunshine, is back! Join host Simone Boyce for an all-new season of laughter, candor, and inspiration. Every Monday, Simone brings you the stories and insights from women across industries—from pop culture and entrepreneurship to wellness and beyond. Get ready to embrace the pivots, celebrate the wins, and dream a little differently. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:01:46

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An Unforgettable Season of “The Bright Side”

3/7/2025
Danielle, Simone, and showrunner Tim celebrate a year of heartfelt conversations, joyful moments, authentic connections, and belly laughs. They reflect on their journey, revisit memorable interviews with guests like Reese Witherspoon, Raven-Symoné, and Issa Rae, and share the lessons they've learned along the way. Plus, a special announcement awaits! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:35

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A Complete Guide to Summer Style & Beauty Trends with Andrea Lavinthal

3/6/2025
Get ready to glow up this season! Andrea Lavinthal, People's Special Projects Director, is back with your Spring and Summer fashion playbook. We're talking trending looks, color palettes you need in your closet, and how to style 'em. And, of course, she's shouting out her fave beauty and skincare brands run by women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:36

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Emily Oster on the Science of Starting a Family

3/5/2025
Economist and CEO of ParentData Emily Oster returns, this time dispelling myths and shedding light into the complexities of fertility. She discusses what does and doesn’t affect sperm and eggs, the science behind egg freezing, the impact of stress on fertility, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:12

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How 21 Seeds Went from Idea to Global Brand

3/4/2025
Kat Hantas is a co-founder of the multi-million dollar infused tequila brand 21 Seeds. She shares the inspiring entrepreneurship story of how she took her homemade infusions and forged them into a successful brand, highlighting the power of women supporting women and the importance of following your entrepreneurial dreams. The conversation explores the challenges and rewards of starting a business, the importance of knowing your audience, and how connection and collaboration can spark big ideas. Plus, Danielle reveals her exciting new collaboration with Kat on a fun card game, “Shot Callers.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:10

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How Harry Styles Helped SC Perot Rediscover Joy

3/3/2025
In 2022, corporate lawyer SC Perot was, like lots of us, still reeling from the pandemic. She was also navigating a major career change, having left her gig in big law to pursue her dream of teaching. And just in case that wasn’t enough, her marriage also ended. But during this difficult period of change, SC found help from an unexpected source… world-famous pop star, Harry Styles. After attending 17 Harry Styles concerts in five countries in ten months, SC shares what she learned from the superstar’s fandom about embracing the joy that’s all around us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:00

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Poppin’ Off on the Oscars, Baby Names, and Nemeses

2/28/2025
Who will win big at this weekend’s Academy Awards? Do you need a nemesis in your life? What do you think about last names as first names for new babies? To answer these questions and more, Danielle and Simone are joined by everyone’s favorite showrunner, our very own Tim Palazzola! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:04

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Allegra Goodman Wrote the Feminist “Cast Away”

2/27/2025
Novelist Allegra Goodman found the name of a marooned French noblewoman in a history book decades ago when she was vacationing with her family off the coast of Canada. The woman’s name was mentioned in passing and Allegra got curious about her life. Years later, Allegra is out now with the brilliant new novel “Isola” based on the real life of a 16th-century noblewoman Marguerite de la Rocque — and it’s February’s pick for Reese’s Book Club. She joins us to talk about her first foray into historical fiction and the moment when she first heard Marguerite’s voice in her head. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:30

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The Brilliance of the Postpartum Brain

2/26/2025
Dr. Nicole Pensak is on a mission to rebrand the mommy brain. As a clinical psychologist, author of “RATTLED: How To Calm New Mom Anxiety With The Power Of The Postpartum Brain,” and mother of two, Dr. Pensak knows how difficult the postpartum period can be. She joins Danielle and Simone to dive into the profound changes that occur during matrescence, and how to leverage them to your advantage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:22