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Welcome to The Brighter Side! A weekly podcast that aims to be a positive light in the horror show we call Earth. A cynic's look at optimism, if you will. Try it! Partner broke up with you? More time for [INSERT FUN HOBBY YOU'VE BEEN DYING TO TRY]! Think less toxic positivity and more: if we don't laugh, we spiral. We promise—everything is gonna be alright. Hosted by Ed Larson, Amber Nelson, Ashle... more

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Latest Episodes

Ed and Amber get in and talk existentially and reflect on last week's election and talk about some good news stories, and give some good advice on farting in public.

The Brighter Side is a cynic’s look at optimism. We try and find the positive in th... more

Amber and Ashley sat down with Julia Johns and Ellisa Kalver to discuss finding the light in the darkest of times, the communities found through cancer treatment, and their personal experiences with psilocybin therapy.

Ellisa is the founder of We Go... more

Ed and Amber sit with Carolina and discuss her past, present and future. Spoiler alert: Carolina is super fun!

The Brighter Side is a cynic’s look at optimism. We try and find the positive in this horror show we call Earth. Stay outta that church, a... more

This week on The Brighter Side, Amber and Ashley are talking red flags, green flags, and taking an honest look at their own. What makes us run for the hills, and what makes us want to stick around? Sometimes finding the brighter side means knowing wh... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Johns
Comedian and breast cancer thriver who created the one-woman show A Tale of Two Titties
Episode: Comedy, Community, a Little Psilocybin
Ellisa Kalver
Founder of We Got This and organizer of the Cancer Is a Joke comedy fundraiser
We Got This
Episode: Comedy, Community, a Little Psilocybin
Carolina Hidalgo
Comedian and podcaster, co-host of No Dogs in Space
No Dogs in Space
Episode: Exposed with Carolina Hidalgo
Joyelle Nicole Johnson
Standup comedian and writer known for Broad City
Comedian
Episode: Brighter Side Stories 56 w/Joyelle Johnson
Henry Zebrowski
Guest, actor/comedian
Episode: Vietnam w/Henry Zebrowski
Joel Walkowski
Author of Honolulu Blues, memoirist; discussed his book with the hosts
Simon & Schuster (publisher)
Episode: Nostalgia Explained: History, Dangers, and What Makes Us Nostalgic
Eric LaCombe
Mastermind behind LPNtv; former Cartoon Network/Adult Swim producer and editor
LPNtv / HGx2 / The Brighter Side network
Episode: Eric LaCombe EXPOSED
Billy Nord
Candidate for U.S. Senate in Minnesota
Campaign for Billy Nord
Episode: Running for Senate w/Billy Nord
Marie Young
Tarot reader, guest on the episode
Tarot reader invited onto the show
Episode: Tarot: The Tower of Chaos

Hosts

Ed Larson
Host of The Brighter Side
Amber Nelson
Host of The Brighter Side
Ashley Brooke Roberts
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Julie Rosing
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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Tarot Episode

    Hi love everyone involved in Brighter Side.

    This last episode - I cried in happiness and I never cry.

    xoxo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Black Lockett
    United States7 months ago
  • This is my new favorite podcast. Amber and Ed are super funny, open, and honest. I appreciate a funny grown up show about positivity in a world that can be quite an ass. Thank you Ed and Amber for giving my Fridays a brighter side

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JPGibo1
    8 months ago
  • Speak your truth ❤️‍🔥

    The Brighter Side is always its best when it is honest. No matter who hosts it throughout the years… stay honest & true

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SweetYarrow
    United States8 months ago
  • My Negative Happy People!!!!

    You two have helped me through so much. Thanks for all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KForrbb
    Canadaa year ago
  • A nice break getting to hear them shoot the shit about the topic of the week.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Emily R
    a year ago

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Fans value the honest, relatable conversations.
Many appreciate the positive, uplifting tone amid heavy topics.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Comedy, Community, a Little Psilocybin
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your two experiences?
Ellisa Kalver describes a joyful first retreat and a second experience centered on grief for her late brother. She says the guided setting and later integration helped her process emotions and identify areas she wants to keep working on.
Comedy, Community, a Little Psilocybin
Q: What was the inspiration for We Got This?
After her stage four breast cancer diagnosis, Ellisa Kalver saw that people wanted to help but often left patients with the work of figuring out what to ask for. She created a registry to make practical support easier to request and give.
Exposed with Carolina Hidalgo
Q: How do you grapple with that as someone? How do you separate the art from the artist?
Hidalgo says people should make their own choices about consuming art, considering the creator's conduct and deciding what feels comfortable without pressuring others to agree.
Exposed with Carolina Hidalgo
Q: So you're from Mexico City or you live there for a long time?
Hidalgo says she moved to Mexico City around the mid-1990s, when she was about eleven, and considers those years formative because she made lifelong friends there.
Brighter Side Stories 56 w/Joyelle Johnson
Q: How do you keep Kevin around in your life and memory?
Joyelle explains she keeps him alive through memories, family connections, photos, and by integrating his presence into everyday moments, including performances and personal rituals.

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A weekly, positivity-forward talk show that pairs humor with heartfelt storytelling to brighten everyday life. The four regular hosts—two long-running comedians and their witty co-hosts—mix banter, personal anecdotes, and candid takes on culture, relationships, and modern life. Episodes surface lighthearted riffs alongside honest moments, balancing optimism with sharp observations and a shared belief that humor can help navigate the chaos of daily events. Notable strengths include strong host chemistry, a welcoming vibe for listeners seeking relatable, low-stakes conversation with a humorous edge, and a knack for turning everyday topics into uplifting, accessible discussions.

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The Brighter Side launched 13 years ago and published 608 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Brighter Side include:

1. Julia Johns
2. Ellisa Kalver
3. Carolina Hidalgo
4. Joyelle Nicole Johnson
5. Henry Zebrowski
6. Joel Walkowski
7. Eric LaCombe
8. Billy Nord

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