The Bright Side: A Hello Sunshine Podcast

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’s grown into a media empire that includes podcasts, conferences and a fan base known as The Bombe Squad. She joins The Bright Side to talk about doing things on her own terms and how she learned to listen to her gut. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Moe Diggs is a journalist, cultural commentator, and podcaster. She joins Simone and Danielle to dive into the juiciest pop culture moments of the week, from dissecting the Tony Awards, to Usher’s latest fasting routine, to Ariana Grande’s recent album. And they debate the best rom-com movies of all time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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" . Ally Condie, author of the hit young adult "Matched" series, had a wedding anniversary trip planned with the man she had been married to for nearly 20 years. After their divorce, she soon learned that he was still going to go on the trip… with anot...

Author and poet Tara Stringfellow spent nearly thirty years writing her first collection of poetry which comes out this month. The book is called Magic Enuff, and it’s a celebration of Black womanhood. She joins The Bright Side to talk about her journey to writing this collection of poems and how she chooses to celebrate her culture.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Dating Rules and Finding Love, Lily Womble has done her homework in the trenches of relationships. She came on the show to talk about dating fatigue, how to be bolder in asking for what you want, and asking tough questions as a way of building intimacy...

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 to break down the taboo of prenups, shares her Little Black Dress of personal finance tips, and dishes on why money conversations are the key to healthy relationships. With wit and wisdom, Haley navigates through the financial complexities of modern l...

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.” She joins Simone and Danielle to dive into the juiciest pop culture moments of the week, from dissecting the latest Bennifer gossip, to questioning Ed Sheeran's alleged phone-free lifestyle. They also explore Rihanna's potential return to the studio, and th...

From her tenure on both “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette,” Hannah Brown was thrown into the reality TV world of love and relationships. Was it real? And what did she learn about love on and off the camera? Since her stint on the shows, she has made her debut as a romance novelist. She came on the show to talk about what love is — and what it isn’t.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

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 Yams, the multi-talented Tatyana Ali shares her journey as a child star, activist, and entrepreneur. Get ready for laughs, insights, and a trip down memory lane with one of the most beloved stars of the ’90s. Plus, we celebrate Josephine Michalak, t...

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 pulled some gems from the agony and the ecstasy of working in professional kitchens — and of course, she’s got some good culinary hot takes too. Plus, we’ll learn about her gummy bear tattoo, and we’ll get some wisdom about leadership — and pizza.  See omnystudio.com/...

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 learned about investing and financial literacy. Today, Tori is the bestselling author of “Financial Feminist,” and her company Her First 100k is on track to generate $5 million in revenue this year. She came on the show to talk about tangible strateg...

For flirting coach Benjamin Camras, flirting isn’t just about being charming and extroverted — it’s about genuine, thoughtful connection. Online or IRL, romantic or platonic, he lays out how to unleash your inner flirt and cultivate meaningful connections in any situation. So whether you're single and ready to mingle or happily coupled up, he has some advice for you.  See omnystudio.com/listener f...

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 she’s participating in the Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon to qualify for Paris 2024. Queen joined us on the show to talk about empowering female athletes, the mental prep that goes into training, and becoming the co-founder of The Athletic Girls Clu...

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 “Build Like a Woman: The Blueprint for Creating a Business and Life You Love.” From overcoming doubt to finding the courage to pursue your passion, Kathleen discusses the importance of taking the first step towards creating a meaningful life and gives a...

Even in 2024, menopause is a taboo subject. But lately, women like Halle Berry, Jennifer Anniston, Drew Barrymore, and Gabrielle Union are speaking out. We join the conversation with Dr. Jennifer Ashton to answer all of your menopause questions: from first symptoms, to libido, to muscle building as you age. Dr. Ashton is a double board certified physician in obstetrics and gynecology. She recently...

Celebrity stylist Karla Welch has dressed the world’s biggest stars including Tracee Ellis Ross, America Ferrera, Olivia Wilde, and Justin Bieber, but the greatest accomplishment of her life may just be her work to fight period poverty. Period poverty – defined as a lack of access to menstrual products or education – affects millions of people who menstruate every day. As the co-founder and CEO of...

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 York. Ilana’s new movie “Babes” also draws from her own experience, this time of becoming a mom in her early thirties, to portray the messy, hilarious, and poignant reality of motherhood and how it can test even our most cherished lifelong friendships....

Yulin Kuang was born for this moment. Growing up, Yulin rewrote movies in her head to include more kissing scenes and transcribed romantic comedies into her diary before bedtime. In her career as a screenwriter and director, Yulin’s credits include “I Ship It”, “Dollface” and the forthcoming adaptation of Emily Henry’s bestselling “Beach Read.”  Yulin’s lifelong love affair with the romance genre...

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 because of the stress of covering the pandemic or the tumultuous Trump presidency, but because of the toxic work culture, bullying, and unequal treatment she experienced. Years later, Brooke calls that transformative time in her life and its aftermath...

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, her authenticity endeared her to millions of fans worldwide and thrust her into the limelight. Her experience with the trauma of fame led her to eventually quit the industry for seven years and explore what she wanted to do with her life. She stopped by Th...

We revisit highlights from three conversations we loved having on this show. Maryjane Fahey, who created the Glorious Broads community, talks about aging powerfully and living imaginatively. Amanda Montell, linguist and author of “The Age of Magical Overthinking,” gets into how we deal with the incredible amount of information that comes at us every day. And Priya Parker, the author of “The Art of...

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 Francey Not Fancy, stops by The Bright Side to guide us through the best wine picks for the summer. She drops some wine knowledge, and also gives us some tips on how to pick out the best wines at a restaurant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

For Alexandra Hayes Robinson — AKA Hello Hayes — the journey to becoming an advice columnist started when she realized that she was a person with very big feelings. Now, with hundreds of thousands of followers across social media platforms, she uses that introspection to answer questions all about friendships, confidence, and so much more. Plus, Danielle and Simone discuss active listening and cou...

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,” and the force behind the Netflix special “Get On Your Knees” — a comedically highbrow exploration of a less-than-highbrow sex act. She talks about the act of creating something unique, and of being true to who you are. Simone fills Danielle in on a life-c...

The word “iconic” gets thrown around a lot these days. But with two Olympic medals, five World Championships, and nine US Championships, figure skater Michelle Kwan is nothing if not iconic. And after representing the US on the world stage in the ice rink, she has moved on to an incredibly fitting second act: she’s the US Ambassador to Belize. Ambassador Kwan talks about her Second Act, and the le...