Miss Brightside

In this lively, laughter‑filled episode, Lisa sits down with TJ — ice hockey powerhouse, Maple Leafs fan, and all‑round inspiration. TJ shares how she fell in love with hockey at seven, worked her way through every level of girls’ hockey, and eventually earned her place playing university level Sports in Canada. She breaks down the cost, commitment, early‑morning practices, and fierce determinatio...

Lisa checks in from Canada after four chaotic failed recording attempts, finally settling in with her Canadian family and a suitcase with UK chocolate. She shares her fascination with local wildlife and reflects on a recent course that taught her the power of pausing before reacting. Through personal stories and HR insights, she explores how taking a breath, choosing proactive language, and giving...

In this episode, Lisa shares a light‑hearted update on her week from the joy of finishing her veneer journey to the unexpected twist of being put straight back into 24‑hour retainers (ulcer and all). Lisa says a walk around Cyfarthfa Park brought back memories of her year‑seven PE trauma, but also reminded her how far she’s come. She then introduces the 10‑10‑10 rule, a simple mindset tool that’s...

A light‑hearted chat about mixing up Alexa and Siri names leads Lisa into a deeper reflection on family stories, the “three‑generation rule,” and why we should live boldly, dream big, and stop worrying about other people’s opinions. She encourages listeners to keep their loved ones’ memories alive, chase their own dreams, and share their stories because no life is ever boring. Please give me a fol...

This week’s episode is all about the tiny proactive habits that make life feel calmer, lighter, and a little more in control. After a fun moment singing The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air at a hen party — and realising a whole generation doesn’t know the full theme tune. Lisa shares how this sparked a bigger reflection on your own patterns of firefighting and last‑minute chaos in everyday life Lisa open...

In this funny and wonderfully chaotic episode, Lisa kicks things off with “the dyslexic alphabet” She then shares a hilariously traumatic story about the time she picked up her shampoo bottle in the shower and discovered something in her hand a moment so terrifying her “soul left her body” as she scrambled out of the shower and staged a full Hunger Games showdown armed with a hairspray can Shiftin...

In this light‑hearted and wonderfully relatable episode, Lisa returns with stories from her week —starting with the heartbreak of not winning the McVitie’s chocolate biscuit competition, despite full confidence. From biscuit loyalty to supporting small local Instagram pages, she shares the tiny joys and tiny disappointments that make up everyday life. This week’s walk brings a new revelation: owl...

In this uplifting and wonderfully relatable episode, Lisa unveils an exciting new chapter: a full rebrand to Miss Brightside a space that still celebrates positivity, but also welcomes the real, messy, everyday moments we all move through. She shares the small victories of her week, including finally conquering her chaotic carbon monoxide alarm, and the stress of dishwasher stacking. From there, t...

In this uplifting episode, Miss Brightside shares her week of getting back into movement—from gym sessions in oversized tees to hitting 10,000 steps a day and rediscovering the joy that arrives once the endorphins kick in She then tells the now‑legendary tale of “Susan,” a Facebook Marketplace seller who reacted very passionately to a cheeky offer on a second‑hand walking pad. What begins as a fun...

In this week’s episode, Lisa opens up about feeling unmotivated and a bit disorganized, reflecting honestly on how even joyful projects can lose momentum. She considers a small rebrand—from Miss Brightside: The Power of Positivity to simply Miss Brightside Podcast —to give herself more freedom to talk about real life as it happens. She shares her recent struggle with imposter syndrome, describing...

Life Updates, Wild Taxi Tales & A Reminder to Celebrate How Far You’ve Come In this uplifting episode, Lisa returns—voice finally restored—and brings a mix of laughter, chaos, and heartfelt reflection. From discovering a TikTok cooking hack that turns slow‑roasted onions into a what?, to dancing the night away at an R&B orchestra in Cardiff, it’s been a week full of surprises. But the real...

In this uplifting episode, Lisa chats with her caravan bestie Leanne Evans , whose journey from young mum to successful beauty business owner is nothing short of inspiring. Leanne opens up about becoming a parent at 19, rebuilding her confidence, returning to college as a mature student, and slowly crafting a career that fits her family, her passions, and her wellbeing. She shares how manifestatio...

In this solo episode, Miss Brightside returns with her signature honesty, humour, and heart. She opens up about a jeans‑shopping meltdown , sharing how trying “ every single pair of blue jeans in M&S ” left her feeling frustrated before reminding listeners that “it’s not your body that’s the issue, it’s the jeans.” From there, she dives into April Affirmations —how she learned to put intention...

In this deeply personal episode, Lisa sits down with her mam to continue an honest, heart‑warming conversation about her decades‑long nursing career and the parallel journey of motherhood. Together, they explore the realities of shift work, the transition from hospital wards to community nursing, and the unexpected joy and balance that came with it. As her mum shares, “When I entered community… it...

In this week’s episode, Pam takes us deeper into her incredible journey from the knicker factory to the hospital wards. She shares what nursing training looked like in the 70s — walking miles with heavy baskets of books, earning just £24 a month, and learning everything hands‑on, bed by bed. We talk about the old‑school wards, the realities of women’s health back then, the lack of screening, and t...

This episode is a heartfelt conversation between Lisa and her mam, tracing her journey from leaving school at 15 with no qualifications to beginning her path in nursing. What the episode covers Growing up without academic confidence and leaving school early because of the system at the time. Starting work at kayser bondor, the local knicker factory, where she learned about people, resilience, humo...

In this heartfelt follow‑up episode of The Power of Positivity Podcast , Lisa welcomes Joy back to continue their conversation—this time diving deeper into womanhood, emotional load, boundaries, and the realities of modern life. They begin by celebrating Joy’s beautifully illustrated children’s book The Day I Met Someone New , exploring why the story centres Chloe’s perspective and avoids defining...

Lisa sits down with her friend Joy to talk about the journey behind her debut children’s book The Day I Met Someone New . What begins as a nostalgic catch‑up about their carefree teenage summers quickly becomes a heartfelt conversation about motherhood, healing, and starting over. Joy shares how writing became her lifeline during the loneliness of COVID—late‑night journaling, emotional letters to...

In this episode, Lisa shares a funny start to her week—living without a lamp and relying on the TV for light—before diving into a powerful reminder of what it truly means to be rich. She reflects on how our real wealth comes from time, love, and the people who choose to share their lives with us. A vivid dream about her beloved Nan brings emotion and nostalgia, reminding her that memories, connect...

This week on Miss Brightside – The Power of Positivity , we’re doing something a little different… we’re having a good old-fashioned rant . Because yes, I’m all about optimism — but sometimes the most positive thing you can do is let the frustration out of your system. From snoring husbands during night feeds , to unsolicited parenting advice , LED headlights that could perform laser eye surgery ,...

In this episode of Miss Brightside – Power of Positivity , Lisa dives into the pressures surrounding Valentine’s Day and reminds us that love isn’t limited to romance. She explores the idea of platonic soulmates. Lisa opens up about her own journey — years of being single, learning who she was, refusing to settle, and discovering the power of self-love. She talks honestly about the emotional ups a...

In today’s episode, we kick things off with a quick reminder about Clare’s Law —the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme in England and Wales. It’s there to help you stay safe by letting you request information from the police if you’re worried about a partner’s past. A simple search for “Clare’s Law DVDS” will give you everything you need. Then we switch gears and dive into the fun stuff: my legen...

In this episode, Lisa kicks things off with a lighthearted millennial confession: after years of loyalty to invisible trainer socks, she’s finally said “RIP” to short socks and embraced the long white sock era. From there, she dives into a powerful lesson from her mentor: do things despite the good opinion of others . Lisa explores how people will always have something to say — about your choices,...

In this episode, Miss Brightside encourages listeners to spend less on “stuff” and more on making memories . She shares funny stories about resisting materialism — from living with painted floorboards instead of buying stair carpet, to accidentally painting her stairs a random colour She explains her adult reward chart, where she gives herself one “gold sticker” a month by doing something joyful S...

In this uplifting episode, Lisa explores how music can instantly shift your mood and transport you back to your favourite moments. From car‑karaoke belters to festival anthems in the pouring rain, she shares the songs that shaped her happiest memories — including a chaotic rickshaw ride in Edinburgh and childhood Spice Girls catwalks. It’s a joyful reminder to turn up your favourite tune, sing at...