The Brighter Side

Amber Nelson & Ed Larson sit down to rapid fire some positivity into things that have been griding their gears lately. It really helps get the bad juju out - try it with a friend at home! ALSO, WE'RE ON YOUTUBE NOW! GO SUBSCRIBE AT youtube.com/@thebrightersidelpn The Brighter Side finds the positive light in this horror show we call Earth, a cynic’s look at optimism. So put down the gun, stay outt...

Please, Cards - what in the world is a girl to do? Amber, Ashley, and Julie are joined by good friend, Marie Young to pull some tarot and get some gosh darn guidance. Sliiiight Trigger Warning- things get E-MOTION-AL.   Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted b...

Are you headed to Galaxy Con this year? Maybe you're going to P-Funk Fest in Tallahassee this weekend, if so or if not, this episode is for you! Ed's Florida friend and amazing comedian Lisa Corrao drops in to talk cons and fests and surprisingly outer space! Be good to yourselves! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on App...

Ever broken a mirror and suffered seven torturous years of bad luck? Amber, Ashley, and Julie dive into the world of superstitions this week. Which ones do they live by? Which ones will they follow moving forward? And which new ones will they create just for funnsies?  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts o...

This week Ed and Amber discuss the little things they do to make the world a better place and what soups correspond with those good deeds!  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

Bummer, you just missed National Oatmeal Nut Waffle Day, but HOORAY today is the International Day of Happiness. Amber, Ashley and Julie are talking tiny holidays. If there's something you love, chances are there's a special day on the calendar to celebrate it. ARGGH! Mateys, Doncha wish it was International Talk like a Pirate Dat already?? Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes...

This week Ed and Amber are talking all things jokes! Ed unearths a joke book from his youth that more than lives up to it's name - "Truly Tasteless Jokes 3." Plus Ed and Amber go head to head in a "Yo Mama" vs "Yo Daddy" joke-off, and top it all off, we've got a little discussion about the ins and outs of roasting.  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-...

Amber, Ashley, and Julie spin their recent dookies into pookies and then share another round of interesting mythical creatures. If you followed your longing where would it point you?? Definitely not to the parking garage on Hollywood Blvd.  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/po...

Amber and Ashley are talking moving on by looking back. The gals get their journals out to examine where they came from and where they're going. No more romanticizing the past! We're romanticizing the future on this week's episode of The Brighter Side! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting sir...

This week Ed and Amber are, once again, revisiting a classic childhood game - Would You Rather? Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

This week Amber, Julie and Ashley are talking Galentine's Day! The history of it, how to celebrate it and the woman that embody its very spirit. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

On this week's episode Ed and Amber attempt to stop saying, "You know?" so much! Play along at home by taking a drink every time they say, "You know?"! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informatio...

Amber, Julie and Ashley are diving into the time honored tradition of all cultures - mythical creatures! Buckle up listeners! It's time to get freaky deaky. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

Today Amber and Ed get Mike Lawrence (Nerd of Mouth) in the studio to examine their friendships and comedy careers. EXPOSED. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

Not all problems are big problems so today Amber & Ed thought of a bunch of mundane things that make them upset and had their friend Ariel Liety, from Fraudsters, help them come up with some rapid fire brighter sides. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by...

Ed missed out last week so he shares his 2026 Mood Board. Also, Amber and Ed discuss all things New Years. Be good to yourselves! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

It’s time for Amber, Julie and Ashley’s 2026 Mood Boards. Let's see what they manifest for themselves this coming year and marvel as they brainstorm how to pull it all off. What’s on your mood board this year? Let us know in the comments! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podc...

It seems like we've been saying the same thing every year, it was a tough one - but we're The Brighter Side so here are Amber and Ed's favorite things this past year! Be good to yourselves! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa...

Amber is joined by Julie Rosing and Ashley Brooke Roberts to talk all things holiday decorations! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for ad...

Ed and Amber discuss their weeks, cycles they are breaking, movies they've watched. And get into listener mail! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...

Amber and Ed love learn about new places to go, so this week they spun an American city randomizer and learned about 4 places like they were going to visit. So please let’s pack our bags and go to Beaverton, OR, Salinas, CA, Grand Island, NE, and West Jordan, UT. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by v...

Brighter Side favorite Danny Bedrosian has a new book out, it's called "Make My Funk The P-Funk" and it's a look into Parliament Funkadelic history. More precisely a deep dive into 1975 and they're release of the Chocolate City, Let's Take It To The Stage, and Mothership Connection albums and their epic debut of their stadium tour. So come listen to Ed and Danny nerd out about all things P-Funk! S...

We know we're The Brighter Side but sometimes we just gotta talk about things that bother us, otherwise it bubbles up and festers like butt zit. And we all know you gotta pop those butt zits. But the brighter side of a butt zit is.... at least it's not a tail? Be good to yourselves! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Ap...

Today Amber and Ed get Jackie Zebrowski in the studio to examine her life as a child, adult, and comedian. Jackie inspires us all, find out what made her the awesome woman she is today. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

Ashley Brooke Roberts and Julie Rosing stopped by the studio to join Ed and Amber to decide what parts of Halloween F*$K or not. Stay safe out there tonight folks! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com fo...