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The Bright Side: A Hello Sunshine Podcast

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Mental Health
Motherhood
Reese's Book Club
Women Empowerment
Relationships
Self-Care
Nutrition
Menopause
Creativity
Friendship
Therapy
Hollywood
Financial Literacy
Boundaries
Breast Cancer
Parenting
Pop Culture
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Imposter Syndrome

The Bright Side, the hit podcast from Hello Sunshine, is back for a brand new season! Every Monday, join Emmy nominated host, Simone Boyce, as she brings you a dose of culture and inspiration - with celebrity interviews, the latest in health and wellness, smart takes on pop culture, and real conversations with women doing amazing things. The Bright Side is a destination for joy and connection; the... more

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Latest Episodes

This week, we’re “obsessed” with creator and debut author of Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It, Brooke Averick. First known as her online moniker, “@ladyefron,” Brooke Averick’s socials exploded after she posted a TikTok reading a letter to her older sel... more

The hottest book of the year so far isn’t a steamy beach read or a page-turning thriller. It’s a heartbreaking — and empowering — memoir about a divorce. This week, Danielle sits down with Belle Burden to talk about her memoir, “Strangers: A Memoir o... more

This week, we’re joined by BookTube royalty and queen of reviews Cindy Pham. Now stepping into her author era, she’s here to talk about it all: what’s on her TBR, why she’s drawn to messy, flawed characters, and how years of reviewing books have shap... more

This week, we’re back with Emma Brodie, whose second novel, Into The Blue, is April’s Reese’s Book Club Pick - and Emma and Danielle are going down aaaaall the rabbit holes. From what makes a good fandom, to how improv comedy is, in fact, inherently ... more

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Recent Guests

Belle Burden
Author of Strangers, A Memoir of a Marriage
Author
Episode: Belle Burden on Her Memoir, Writing Through Pain, and the Sandwich Story the Internet Can't Stop Talking About
Cindy Pham
Author of The Secret World of Briar Rose; known as Read With Cindy on BookTube/BookTalk
Author, BookTube personality
Episode: Booktuber Cindy Pham on Escapist Book Trends and Her Debut Novel
Emma Brodie
Author of Into the Blue, Reese's Book Club pick
Author, Into the Blue
Episode: Fate, Fandom, & the Making of Into the Blue with Reese’s Book Club Author Emma Brodie
Veronica Roth
Author of Divergent and The Sixth Faction
Author, The Sixth Faction
Episode: New Book, New Faction: Veronica Roth Revives the Divergent Universe
Alex Aster
Author of multiple romance/fantasy novels
Author
Episode: From Rejection to the Bestseller List with Author Alex Aster
Rufi Thorpe
Author of Margo's Got Money Troubles
Author
Episode: Margo’s Got Money Troubles: From Cult Favorite to TV Binge with Rufi Thorpe
Lisa Rinna
Actor, reality TV personality and author
Episode: The Lisa Rinna-saince: The Traitors, Ghostwriters, and Her New Memoir
Rachel Hochhauser
Author of Lady Tremaine; co-founder of Peace Work
Peace Work (jigsaw puzzles)
Episode: Evil or Misunderstood? March’s Reese’s Book Club Pick Reimagines a Classic Fairytale
Beverly Jenkins
Pioneer of Black historical romance; author
Author, romance writer
Episode: The Women Who Changed Romance: Kennedy Ryan, Tia Williams and Beverly Jenkins

Host

Danielle Robay
Host of the show and interview guide, frequently introducing guests and guiding conversations.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 240 ratings
  • Love this show!

    Simone does such a great job of asking questions that get down to real stuff not just superficial conversation. I find myself being drawn in even when I think I won’t be interested in the subject matter or the guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MoFlo000
    United States7 months ago
  • Ugh

    My ears bleed every time the preview is played in other podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    lk5555555552
    Canada9 months ago
  • Love women empowering women!

    As a dominatrix I love hearing about women being bold, audacious, and designers of their own lives. Def recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P.Francesca314
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent Topics, but the pep is gone

    I certainly admire Simone Boyce, she

    Is an excellent journalist. However, since losing Danielle in the show, there is no pep in the voices or pizzazz in the show. They would bounce back and forth with a vibrant conversation that lit up the show. The content is there, but the uplifting experience or atmosphere is gone. I will continue to listen, but I really miss the bright side of the morning.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DebLaz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dr. Emily Stan Club

    I love the episode with Dr. Emily Anhalt talking about emotional fitness!!! If only we all thought about mental health this way

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    movielover385073
    United Statesa year ago

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Some critics miss the earlier energy after a cast change, but content remains strong.
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Positive, uplifting vibe with insightful questions and meaningful topics.

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Booktuber Cindy Pham on Escapist Book Trends and Her Debut Novel
Q: What advice do you have for aspiring authors in the publishing process?
Share authentic experiences and be transparent about the process, while recognizing ratings are arbitrary and focusing on storytelling over metrics.
Booktuber Cindy Pham on Escapist Book Trends and Her Debut Novel
Q: Why did you choose to depict the main characters as queer?
Reflects my own evolution; it allows the story to explore deep themes with authenticity while portraying growth and complexity.
Booktuber Cindy Pham on Escapist Book Trends and Her Debut Novel
Q: You wrote this story as a teenager—why revisit it and what changed?
It was the most personal story, inspired by depression; revisiting years later allowed growth in perspective and a more thoughtful portrayal, while keeping core themes.
Booktuber Cindy Pham on Escapist Book Trends and Her Debut Novel
Q: What are you loving in your TBR right now?
I'm loving Lady Tremaine, a Reese's Book Club pick, and I'm excited about its character exploration and motherhood themes.
Fate, Fandom, & the Making of Into the Blue with Reese’s Book Club Author Emma Brodie
Q: Where did you start with Noah, and how did you shape AJ's perspective?
Noah was the core from the start; AJ emerged through their dynamic, with flashbacks and the show within the book guiding how their relationship unfolds across the different parts.

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A positive, conversation-driven show that centers women's stories, culture, and personal growth through author interviews, memoirs, and discussions of publishing, romance, and media. Episodes frequently explore empowerment, resilience, and practical steps for navigating life challenges, often tying back to books, film, and pop culture. Notable strengths include a bright, upbeat host dynamic and a focus on impactful, real-world topics delivered in an encouraging, accessible way. The format frequently blends literary conversation with behind-the-scenes looks at publishing, adaptation, and media ecosystems, making it helpful for listeners seeking inspiration, book recommendations, and actionable takeaways.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Belle Burden
2. Cindy Pham
3. Emma Brodie
4. Veronica Roth
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