The Bright Side

Dr. Kathleen Smith, a licensed therapist and relationship expert, dives into the compulsions of people-pleasing and its roots in childhood and family dynamics. She provides practical tips for breaking free from these detrimental patterns, highlighting the significance of self-acceptance and boundaries. Kathleen sheds light on the emotional toll of seeking approval and offers insights from her work on the Bowen theory to help listeners prioritize their own needs. Discover how understanding and authenticity can transform your relationships!

Actor, producer, and first female 007 Lashana Lynch joins to talk spies, creative vision, and more! In her new show, “The Day of the Jackal,” she stars and produces alongside Eddie Redmayne. She shares what it was like to be a first-time producer, the transferable skills she’s learned from playing a spy, and what role she’s itching to take on next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rita Omokha is a journalist and the author of the new book “Resist: How a Century of Young Black Activists Shaped America.” She takes us on a journey through history, sharing stories of powerful young Black activists — past and present — whose courage and determination have reshaped America’s fight for justice, and connects them to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Plus, she explores her own experience of racial politics in the U.S. as a Nigerian-American — particularly after the murder of George Floyd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How far would you go to get back at an ex? Would you swipe right on an A.I. relationship? To answer these questions and more, Danielle is joined by comedian Tehran Von Ghasri and “The Bright Side” showrunner Tim Palazzola. They also pop off on the changes that come with aging, and the best career advice they’ve ever received.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor, writer, producer, and “Insecure” co-creator and star Issa Rae joins the show. Her latest movie project, “One of Them Days” (out tomorrow, Jan. 17) is a hilarious buddy comedy starring Keke Palmer and SZA. Issa expounds on her contributions to on-screen female friendship, the bold hair move she recommends everyone try at least once, and a lot more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know that the composition of a mother’s breast milk changes based on a baby’s saliva? Or that human pregnancy has been compared to running many marathons in a row? These are only a few of the mind-blowing findings researcher and author Cat Bohannon describes in her book, “Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution.” She joins Danielle and Simone to talk about some of the lesser-known superpowers of the female body, and clears up some common misconceptions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor, author, and entrepreneur Brooke Shields' new memoir, “Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed To Get Old,” is out today, and it’s a candid look at her own experience growing up and aging in the public eye. She joins Danielle and Simone to talk about agency, reinvention, and why valuing herself at 59 has been her most provocative choice yet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is for anyone who works, whether you’re a first-time job-seeker or looking to make a pivot to something more fulfilling.  Gianna Prudente and Jamé Jackson Gadsden host LinkedIn’s work podcast “Let’s Talk Offline.” They offer strategies for leveraging LinkedIn to land your dream job — like creating a compelling personal brand, building genuine connections, and more. Plus, they dive into how Gen Z is reshaping the workplace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your fear of rejection is costing you money, according to advice columnist and life coach Susie Moore. She returns to the show to share how the temporary sting of rejection is SO much better than regret — and how reframing rejection can help you overcome it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whitney Wolfe Herd, the visionary founder of Bumble and co-founder of Tinder, gives her single biggest piece of advice on how to make your profile stand out and discusses her groundbreaking work in reshaping the world of online dating.  Whitney opens up about the cultural shift she helped sparked by letting women make the first move, the personal challenges she faced after leaving Tinder, and how she turned adversity into a mission to empower others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.