The Bright Side: A Hello Sunshine Podcast

Poppin’ Off With Taryn Delanie Smith & Achieng Agutu

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Taryn Delanie Smith and Achieng Agutu are co-hosts of the new talk show “Influenced” from Hello Sunshine. They join Danielle and Simone to pop off...

Sara Jane Ho Wants You to Mind Your Manners

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do I make a good first impression? What's the polite way to end an awkward first date? Manners expert and self-described “Miss Manners with a to...

From Sobriety to Self-Discovery with Laura McKowen

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the summer of 2013, Laura McKowen hit rock bottom when she drank too much at her brother’s wedding, leaving her four-year-old daughter alone in a...

Gaby Dalkin Breaks Down Feasting and Fertility

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The dynamic Gaby Dalkin is a renowned cookbook author, chef, and journalist. Gaby shares her expertise on mastering summer grilling, debunking the myt...

Keala Settle Is Falling in Love with Herself

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Keala Settle’s role in the 2017 film The Greatest Showman launched her into the spotlight, but behind the scenes, she was struggling with the fame a...

Poppin’ Off with Kirbie Johnson

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kirbie Johnson is a skincare and makeup guru known for her work with publications like PopSugar, The Cut, and her popular “Gloss Angeles” podcast....

Andrea Joyce Still Gets Goosebumps at the Olympics

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The legendary Andrea Joyce is a Sports Broadcasting Hall of Famer who’s covering her 17th Olympic Games in Paris. The author of “Legends of Women’...

How to Tell Your Own Money Story with Lindsay Bryan-Podvin

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s “Wellness Wednesday,” we’re looking at the fostering a healthy relationship with money. Lindsay Bryan-Podvin is a financial the...

Emily Oster's Guide to Data-Driven Parenting, Pregnancy Myths, and More

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re launching a new recurring segment called “Mom Friend,” a judgment-free zone to explore the often-overwhelming work of parenting. Hel...

J. Courtney Sullivan on Stories That Don’t Get Told

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

J. Courtney Sullivan is the author of “The Cliffs,” Reese’s Book Club pick for July. Known for her multilayered generational narratives, her wor...

Poppin’ Off With Daniel Musto

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel Musto is a celebrity stylist, co-founder of the clothing line Daniel Diamond, and TV personality. He joins Simone and Danielle to pop off about...

Giada De Laurentiis Has The Drive

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Giada De Laurentiis is an Italian food icon and an Emmy-winning TV personality whose energy is as infectious as her culinary expertise is deep. The fo...

How to Get Better Sleep with Dr. Rebecca Robbins

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Finding ways to improve your sleep may feel daunting, but we've got you covered. Dr. Rebecca Robbins is a sleep scientist, Harvard professor, and co-a...

Gold Medal Goalkeeper Briana Scurry on Trailblazing Sports History

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Olympic great Briana Scurry was the goalkeeper for the historic, gold-medal-winning U.S. Olympic Women’s Soccer Team in 1996, the year women's socce...

Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne on Finding Humor in Love and Work

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Comedians, writers, and partners in life Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne join the show to talk about how they first met and fell in love, co-directin...

Poppin’ Off with Malika Andrews

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Malika Andrews is the host of ESPN’s “NBA Today” and “NBA Countdown.” She joins Simone and Danielle to celebrate WNBA All-Star Weekend and t...

The Finish Line is Also the Starting Line: Sanya Richards-Ross

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sanya Richards-Ross is a record-setting athlete and the second most decorated women's track and field Olympian of all time. She’s an Olympic champio...

Cross Training for the Complete Body with Hollywood Trainer Jeanette Jenkins

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From P!nk to Alicia Keys to Olympian Shawn Johnson, celebrity fitness trainer Jeanette Jenkins has worked in the health and wellness industry for over...

Family Secrets with “The Sicilian Inheritance” author Jo Piazza

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jo Piazza is a bestselling author, podcaster and journalist. Her latest novel, “The Sicilian Inheritance,” is based on her own unraveling of a tru...

Getting Hyped for The Olympics with Rebecca Lowe

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rebecca Lowe is one of the world’s leading soccer sportscasters, having spent over 20 years covering the sport on both sides of the Atlantic for out...

Poppin’ Off With Julissa Bermudez

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Julissa Bermudez is a TV host, beauty and lifestyle influencer, and founder of república skin. She joins the show to Pop Off about A'ja Wilson's hist...

Embracing Alter Egos and Teenage Angst with Alexene Farol Follmuth

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alexene Farol Follmuth shares her journey from writing fan fiction under a pseudonym (Olivie Blake) to publishing young adult novels like “Twelfth K...

Skin Care Real Talk with Dr. Shereene Idriss

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Frustrated with viral skin care misinformation, Dr. Shereene Idriss posted her first video debunking myths in 2018. Since then, Dr. Idriss has grown a...

Olympic Athlete Sunny Choi Is America’s Breaker

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

American breaker (not “breakdancing!”) Sunny Choi joins Danielle and Simone in the studio to talk about her preparation ahead of the Paris Games. ...

Enjoying Life on Your Own Terms with Glynnis MacNicol

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Glynnis MacNicol, author of "I'm Mostly Here to Enjoy Myself," joins the show to discuss how single women can (and do) embrace joy and self-discovery ...

Celebrating Revolutionary Women in Food & Wine

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we revisit some of the amazing food and wine experts who have graced our show. It starts with Joanne Lee Molinaro, the Korean Vegan, who shares...

Women Warriors of American History

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this special 4th of July episode, we celebrate American women who shaped history. Mattie Kahn, author of "Young and Restless: The Girls Who Sparked...

From Rejection to Riches with Jamie Kern Lima

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jamie Kern Lima founded IT Cosmetics, and followed the little voice inside to go from self-doubt to building a billion-dollar beauty brand. From child...

The Golden Age of Friendship With Anna Goldfarb

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have the power to contact our besties with the tap of a finger, yet we live in a loneliness epidemic. Journalist and author Anna Goldfarb wants to ...

On Friendship and Color-Coded Success With “The Home Edit”

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin are the dynamic duo behind “The Home Edit.” From their serendipitous start over a blind lunch date to becoming a ru...

Poppin’ Off with Andrea Lavinthal

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andrea Lavinthal is the Beauty and Style Director for “People,” so when it comes to things like body hair, TikTok trends, and “age-a...

Laughing Through Life with Amber Ruffin and Lacey Lamar

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Amber Ruffin and Lacey Lamar are sisters — and the bestselling co-authors of “You’ll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey” and “The World Re...

How to Fight Stress with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is a leading expert in stress management and resilience. She joins the show to give actionable advice on navigating stress and burn...

Dolly Alderton Knows a Thing or Two About Love

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Before becoming a beloved advice columnist and the bestselling author of “Everything I Know About Love," Dolly Alderton got her PhD in being an “a...

Kerry Diamond on Learning to Trust your Gut

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eleven years ago, Kerry Diamond launched Cherry Bombe, a magazine dedicated to raising a glass to women in and around the food world. Since then,  it...

Poppin’ Off with Moe Diggs

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Moe Diggs is a journalist, cultural commentator, and podcaster. She joins Simone and Danielle to dive into the juiciest pop culture moments of the wee...

Turning Lemons into Lemonade With Reese’s Book Club Author Ally Condie

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on The Bright Side, Reese’s Book Club author Ally Condie talks about the crushing experience that led to her first adult novel, "The Unwedding...

Tara Stringfellow Writes For the Betterment, the Glory, and the Beauty

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Author and poet Tara Stringfellow spent nearly thirty years writing her first collection of poetry which comes out this month. The book is called Magi...

Lily Womble Wants You to Date Brazen

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As a former matchmaker turned dating coach, the founder of Date Brazen, and the author of Thank You, More Please: A Feminist Guide to Breaking Dumb Da...

Mrs. Dow Jones is Rebranding the Pre-Nup

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Haley Sacks, aka Mrs. Dow Jones, uses her background in comedy to help millions of people make smarter financial decisions. She joins us on the show t...

Poppin’ Off with Chelsea Devantez

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chelsea Devantez is a TV writer, the author of the new memoir “I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This,” and the host of the podcast “Glorious Trash.”...

Hannah Brown Has Healed

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From her tenure on both “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette,” Hannah Brown was thrown into the reality TV world of love and relationships. Wa...

From “Fresh Prince” to Activism: Tatyana Ali's Purpose-Driven Path

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From her iconic role as Ashley Banks in "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" to her advocacy work supporting maternal health through her baby quilt company, Baby...

“Top Chef” Host Kristen Kish on Leading with Kindness

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kristen Kish shares the wisdom she’s gained from a career as a chef, from winning  “Top Chef,” and now as host of “Top Chef.” She’s pulle...

Tori Dunlap Knows How to Make Money

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tori Dunlap saved $100,000 by the age of 25. After that, she quit her corporate job to start her own company and teach other women everything she had ...

The Art of Flirting with Benjamin Camras

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For flirting coach Benjamin Camras, flirting isn’t just about being charming and extroverted — it’s about genuine, thoughtful connection. Online...

Staying Fast and Fabulous with Queen Harrison Claye

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In 2008, Queen Harrison Claye became the youngest member of the US Track and Field Team to compete at the Olympic Games in Beijing. Later this month s...

Building the Life and Career of Your Dreams with Kathleen Griffith

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To follow her dreams, Kathleen Griffith first had to blow up her life. She’s an award-winning business strategist, entrepreneur, and the author of “...

Dr. Jennifer Ashton on Menopause and Aging Well

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Even in 2024, menopause is a taboo subject. But lately, women like Halle Berry, Jennifer Anniston, Drew Barrymore, and Gabrielle Union are speaking ou...

Karla Welch's Quest to End Period Poverty

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrity stylist Karla Welch has dressed the world’s biggest stars including Tracee Ellis Ross, America Ferrera, Olivia Wilde, and Justin Bieber, b...

Ilana Glazer on The Messiness of Motherhood and Friendship

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the co-creator and star of “Broad City”, Ilana Glazer spent her twenties perfecting the relatable buddy comedy about trying to "make it" in New...

Embracing Smut with Reese’s Book Club Author Yulin Kuang

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yulin Kuang was born for this moment. Growing up, Yulin rewrote movies in her head to include more kissing scenes and transcribed romantic comedies in...

Brooke Baldwin’s Bad Girl Era

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After 13 years as one of the most respected and recognizable news anchors at CNN, Brooke Baldwin left the network at the height of her career – not ...

Jewel on Learning to Find Happiness

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Legendary singer-songwriter Jewel found success at a young age. When she hit the music scene with her iconic album “Pieces of You” in the ’90s, ...

Revisiting Three Favs

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We revisit highlights from three conversations we loved having on this show. Maryjane Fahey, who created the Glorious Broads community, talks about ag...

Summer Sippers with Sommelier Alison Morris Roslyn

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Memorial Day Weekend, and our sights are set on summer barbecues, patio drinking, and picnics with our pals. Sommelier Alison Morris Rosyln, of...

The Six Besties Theory with Hello Hayes

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For Alexandra Hayes Robinson — AKA Hello Hayes — the journey to becoming an advice columnist started when she realized that she was a person with ...

Comedian Jacqueline Novak on Creating Her Opus

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jacqueline Novak is the co-host of the podcast “Poog,” the author of “How to Weep in Public: Feeble Offerings on Depression from One Who Knows,”...

Michelle Kwan Had to Lose Herself to Find Herself

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The word “iconic” gets thrown around a lot these days. But with two Olympic medals, five World Championships, and nine US Championships, figure sk...

Feeling Pain Without Ignoring Joy, with Nora McInerny

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nora McInerny is an author and the host of the podcast “Terrible, Thanks for Asking.” She joins Danielle and Simone for a lively discussion about ...

Jameela Jamil on Learning to Use Her Megaphone

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Actor and activist Jameela Jamil has advocated around body image, diet culture, mental health, and more. Her newest cause: getting people exercising i...

Cari Champion is Doing What She Wants

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

These days, broadcaster Cari Champion is leaning into what brings her joy. After leaving ESPN a few years back, Cari says she is building the life she...

Jessica Biel on Period Shame and Y2K Nostalgia

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Actor and producer Jessica Biel has done many things in her career, but writing a children’s book about periods was not something she anticipated do...

Millennial Memory Lane with Melissa Joan Hart

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are few stars that get us as nostalgic for the ’90s as Melissa Joan Hart. The actor, director, and comedian stops by The Bright Side to discus...

Fixing the Maternal Health Crisis with Elaine Welteroth

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After journalist and best-selling author Elaine Welteroth gave birth to her son, she became interested in learning more about the maternal health cris...

Heal Your Inner Teenager with Chelsey Goodan

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When author Chelsey Goodan started tutoring girls, she realized that what they needed most was for someone to listen to them. Her new book, “Underes...

Ally Love on Staying in the Moment

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Peloton instructor, “Today Show” on-air contributor, and Love Squad CEO Ally Love joins the show to talk about resilience, the power of pep talks,...

Tracing The Roots of Sexism in Medicine

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We get into the fascinating history of women’s health with Dr. Elizabeth Comen, an oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering and the author of All in H...

Sisters Reina and Regina King

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Award-winning actress Regina King and her sister Reina King stop by The Bright Side to talk about creativity, drive, and working together as sisters. ...

“The Future Built by Women” with Brooke Markevicius

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Women are not only natural entrepreneurs, they’re also uniquely equipped to solve the world’s future problems, according to author Brooke Markevic...

Blakely Thornton Breaks Down Met Gala Fashion and Pop Culture Trends

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Pop culture anthropologist” Blakely Thornton will host his Met Gala watch party on Monday, May 6. He joins the show to dish about what excites hi...

How to Have Healthy Conflict in Our Friendships with Danielle Bayard Jackson

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson returns for another “Asking for a Friend.” She lays out how conflict in our friendships is not only norm...

Changing the Narrative Around Stay-at-Home Motherhood

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Neha Ruch founded Mother Untitled as a community for mothers rethinking their relationship to work. The goal: to give clarity and confidence to women ...

“Koreanize Everything” with Joanne Molinaro

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joanne Molinaro, The Korean Vegan, reflects on the wisdom, confidence, and joy she’s found through food. Plus, we’re Giving Her Flowers: High scho...

The Complicated Characters of Reese’s Book Club Author Claire Lombardo

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Lombardo is the author of “The Most Fun We Ever Had,” the Reese’s Book Club pick for April. The book deals with imperfect characters, com...

The Poetry of Nature and Awe with Poet Laureate Ada Limón

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ada Limón draws inspiration from nature — from feeling like a part of a much larger, awesome whole. She’s partnering with the National Park Servi...

Dulcé Sloan on Comedy, Men, and “The Daily Show”

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When comedian and “Daily Show” senior correspondent Dulcé Sloan began her memoir “Hello Friends: Stories of Dating, Destiny, and Day Jobs,” ...

A Pint of Perseverance with the Founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jeni Britton Bauer built Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams up from a single storefront in Columbus, Ohio, to a national brand. The ice cream icon’s path ...

Be Fearless with Finances with Alexa von Tobel

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alexa von Tobel is on a mission to teach girls about money. Financial literacy is one of the keys to closing the wealth gap between men and women, and...

Calling in the One with Katherine Woodward Thomas

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When Katherine Woodward Thomas wrote Calling in The One in the early 2000s, she had no idea how strongly it would resonate with women today. The thera...

Debunking Birth Control Myths with Dr. Jessica Shepherd

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jessica Shepherd has seen her fair share of misinformation about birth control. The OB-GYN joins The Bright Side to do some myth busting around re...

Doing It Your Own Way with Mary Beth Barone

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mary Beth Barone is no stranger to doing it herself.  For years, the comedian has made her rounds as a stand-up on the comedy club circuit. Mary Beth...

“The Girls on the Bus” and the Wild World of Campaign Reporting

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Reporter Amy Chozick used her experiences covering HIllary Clinton on the campaign trail as the inspiration for a new show on Max called “The Girls ...

Nice Never Goes Out of Fashion with Rachel Zoe

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel Zoe is a fashion mogul, celebrity stylist, CEO, and host of the podcast “Climbing in Heels.” She dishes about her decades of making fashion...

Microfeminism, Perfume at Bedtime, and Supporting Girls in Sports with Christine Yu

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

2024 has been a phenomenal year for women in sports. With the record-breaking viewership of the women's March Madness finals, women's athletics have f...

Brighten Your Life with Color Me Courtney

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The color-obsessed content creator Courtney Quinn — better known as Color Me Courtney — joins the show to talk about the power of color, and what ...

RIP to the Dearly Departed Girlboss

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we bid farewell to an archetype that defined millennial hustle culture: the #girlboss. Danielle and Simone give heartfelt eulogies, and are joi...

The Stunning Effects of Optimism with Dr. Sue Varma

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Optimism is not just an outlook — it’s a mindset. And it’s a mindset that can change your life for the better, according to Dr. Sue Varma, a psy...

Lessons From the Future Leaders of "Girls State"

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every year, at Girls State, young women from across the country gather to form a mock government while honing their leadership skills. The new Apple T...

Parenting Advice with “Ask Bubbie”

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Flo Rosen, AKA Ask Bubbie, joins The Bright Side for our regular “Grand Ol’ Grannies” segment with our favorite advice-giving grandmas. The ...

We’ve Got March Madness with Hannah O’Flynn

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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? Daniel...

Country Singer Reyna Roberts on the Beyoncé Effect

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

You’re Overthinking It with Amanda Montell

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re in the era of overthinking, according to linguist and author Amanda Montell. She stops by The Bright Side to talk about her new book “The Ag...

Asking for a Friend with Danielle Bayard Jackson

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 frie...

Hustling with Your Best Friend

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 the...

How to Age Like a Glorious Broad

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Age ain’t nothing but a number, honey. Maryjane Fahey of “Glorious Broads” joins us to talk about owning your sexuality, your individuality, and...

Relationship Red Flags with Sabrina Zohar

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sabrina Zohar is here to tell it like it is. The dating coach and host of the “Do The Work” podcast takes a no-nonsense approach to dating red fla...

The Bright Side Birth Chart with Chani Nicholas

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 astrolo...

Create More Meaningful Gatherings with Priya Parker

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Reese Witherspoon on Writing Your Own Story

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...