The Bright Side: A Hello Sunshine Podcast

We’re in the mood to chit-chat on The Bright Side today, but have you ever found yourself in a small-talk situation with nothing much to say? Danielle and Simone discuss how to up your small talk game. Plus, this weekend it’s the NCAA Final Four! We talk about March Madness with sports producer Hannah O’Flynn. It’s been an historic year for the women’s tournament, drawing record viewership and unparalleled attention. We’re swept up in the Caitlin Clark phenomenon, and we’ll be cheering on Angel Reese in the WNBA next year.. Who are you rooting for this weekend? Send us a voice memo at hello@thebrightsidepodcast.com for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reyna Roberts may or may not have discovered she would be featured on Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter album the way the rest of us did: when she heard her own voice on two of the tracks. Reyna joins The Bright Side to talk about what it’s like to be a black artist in a predominantly white genre, the Beyoncé effect on country music, and she sticks around to play a round of “This or That'' with the hosts. Plus, Taylor Swift joins the billionaire club, Shakira’s hot take on Barbie, and our weird celebrity crushes.  Be a part of The Bright Side! Are you watching the NCAA FInal Four this weekend? What do you make of the Caitlin Clark effect? Send us a voice memo at hello@thebrightsidepodcast.com for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Linguist and author Amanda Montell discusses the era of overthinking in 'The Bright Side.' Topics include cognitive biases, embracing awe, internet slang like 'Chugie,' and the rise of Granny panties in fashion. Plus, insights on Airbnb hosting benefits and identity theft protection.

In today’s episode, we kick off “Asking for a Friend,” The Bright Side’s new friendship advice segment. Danielle and Simone are joined by friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson, who answers listener questions and teaches us how to strengthen our bonds. If you have a friend dilemma, send us a voice message at hello@thebrightside.com. We might use it next time! Plus, Are you more of a black cat or a Golden Retriever when it comes to relationships? Danielle and Simone discuss what it means to be with a partner who brings that lovable, playful “Golden Retriever Energy.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does the prospect of going into business with your bestie make you sweat or squeal with delight? We talk with two friends and co-founders who quit their day jobs to start an organic period care company together. Their story is featured in the new Roku docuseries “Side Hustlers,” from Hello Sunshine. Plus, our thoughts on Beyoncé’s new album, now that we’ve had a few days to process. What’s your favorite track? We want to hear from you! You can reach the show at: hello@thebrightside.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Age ain’t nothing but a number, honey. Maryjane Fahey of “Glorious Broads” joins us to talk about owning your sexuality, your individuality, and your reinvention at any age. She inspires us to unapologetically embrace getting older. Plus, Simone and Danielle close out Women’s History Month by honoring two legendary feminists: Shirley Chisholm and Gloria Steinem. Another reason to celebrate? It’s Beyonce’s album release day! Have you listened to her new country album? How does it stack up?  We want to hear from you! You can reach the show at: hello@thebrightside.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dating coach Sabrina Zohar discusses relationship red flags, green flags, and the importance of self-love in attracting healthier partnerships. The hosts share embarrassing stories, play a celebrity name pronunciation game, and talk about navigating the maze of dating. Insights on physical and emotional connection in relationships, recognizing red flags, and radical self-acceptance are covered in this entertaining and informative episode.

How much of our fate is dictated by the stars? Astrologer Chani Nicholas joins us to read The Bright Side’s birth chart. Even if you’re an astrology skeptic, Chani might turn you into a believer. Plus, Danielle and Simone talk about divorce rings and all-time favorite drugstore beauty buys. We want to hear from you! You can reach the show at: hello@thebrightside.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s an art to hosting a social gathering. On one end of the spectrum, a gathering can feel tossed together and random. On the other end, it can feel overly-focused on aesthetic perfection: the right food, the right ambience, the right mix of people. Author Priya Parker is on a mission to change the way we think about gathering together. The author of “The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters” joins The Bright Side to talk about how to be a better host. Plus, hosts Danielle and Simone discuss the Kate Middleton debacle, and the traits that happy women all over the world tend to share. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reese Witherspoon joins the first episode of The Bright Side to talk about second acts and new beginnings. She talks with the hosts about founding her company, what she’s learned about entrepreneurship, and how she stays positive when shit is hitting the fan. Plus, hosts Danielle Robay and Simone Boyce talk about the state of happiness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.