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The Bright Side: A Hello Sunshine Podcast

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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 show is designed to inspire, educate, and empower women as they navigate everyday challenges and live

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34:27

Clearing Up Acne Myths with Licensed Esthetician...

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2025/12/22

Is there a pimple on your chin you are tempted to squeeze? If so, step away from the mirror and press play on our conversation today with Sofie Pavitt, a licensed esthetician and skincare product designer. Sofie has spent years developing Sofie Pavitt Face, her viral skin care product line, which includes everything from her mandelic clearing serum to the omega-rich moisturizer. Her work gets to the root of acne, is backed by science, and is fueled by a sense of fun. She unpacks for us how acne is

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39:13

Unblock your Creativity: Julia Cameron’s Timeless...

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2025/12/15

Julia Cameronhas become synonymous with creativity. She has sold millions of copies of her breakthrough book,The Artist’s Way,and is here to discuss her new book,The Daily Artist’s Way: 366 Meditations for Creative Living.From morning pages to believing mirrors, her tools have been tested by time and used by millions. In our conversation, she reminds us that creativity isn’t some elusive, mysterious entity. It is within all of us if we sit down, let go, andallowit to come through

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50:08

The Nostalgic Jordin Sparks Catch-Up You Didn’t Know...

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2025/12/08

You probably know Jordin Sparks from generational bangers like “No Air,” “One Step at a Time” and “Battlefield.” Or as the youngest winner in American Idol history. Or from her many show business accolades. But before Jordin became a certified pop princess, Simone knew her as just…a normal teenage girl. Today on the podcast, these two old friends reconnect to talk about the whirlwind Jordin has experienced in life, love and career since they first met two

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38:45

The Voice of a Generation: How Betches Became a...

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2025/12/01

Aleen Dreksler, co-founder and CEO of Betches Media, joins Simone to reflect on how a $12 WordPress blog created with her childhood best friends grew into an unprecedented cultural force. She shares the origin of Betches’ iconic voice, the leap from pre-med to comedy, the fears and freedoms of coming out of anonymity, and the creative and financial discipline that fueled the company’s 15-year evolution. Aleen also opens up about redefining ambition and learning to trust her own voice,

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39:55

Sugar: The Good, The Bad & The Delicious with...

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2025/11/24

Is it bad to eat sweets after 6 p.m.? Will your cookie addictioncause premature aging? Is sugar going to kill us all? Social media definitely has answers to these questions...just not alwaysfactualorhelpfulanswers. But today, dietician Vanessa Risetto is here to give us the real truth about sugar. Settle in for a deep-dive into the nutritional facts behind our favorite carbohydrate.Vanessa debunks the biggest myths (yes, all sugar is basically the same), explains why kids are hardwired to chase

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40:16

What Your Hair Says About You with Vernon François

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2025/11/17

Bangs. Braids. Big chops. Hair is more than style — it’s storytelling. Celebrity hairstylist Vernon François, who’s worked with icons like Lupita Nyong’o, Serena Williams, and Solange Knowles, joins Simone to explore how our hair shapes confidence, reflects our inner transformations, and helps us feel seen. From childhood insecurities to red carpet reinventions, this is a conversation about self-love, freedom, and the beauty of becoming who you are.See

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33:29

The Fertility Revolution: How Lauren Makler is...

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2025/11/10

Women are waiting longer than ever to have children — but what if fertility didn’t have to be a race against time? Lauren Makler, Co-Founder and CEO of Cofertility, is on a mission to make egg freezing more accessible and empowering. Her company offers women the opportunity to freeze their eggs for free for up to ten years when they donate half to a family in need — redefining the fertility industry with empathy, transparency, and choice.In this episode, Lauren shares how

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37:17

Live, Laugh, Learn: Why Humor Makes Us Happier — with...

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2025/11/03

What if laughter was more than just entertainment—it was a tool for connection and growth? Comedian and author Chris Duffy joins Simone to share how humor can change the way we connect, cope, and care for each other. They unpack his “three pillars of humor,” share stories that hit both the funny bone and the heart, and remind us that sometimes the best way to take life seriously is to laugh at it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:00

Chrissy Teigen on Motherhood and Type 1 Diabetes...

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2025/10/27

Today on The Bright Side, we're sharing our live podcast recording from Shine Away: Reese Witherspoon and Hello Sunshine's weekend of inspiring panels and meaningful moments that celebrate and elevate women. Simone took the stage at Universal Studios in Los Angeles to interview Chrissy Teigen — cookbook author, entrepreneur, and health advocate. Chrissy was there as a Sanofi spokesperson to talk about something very close to her heart — Type 1 Diabetes — a disease that her son,

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38:41

Matthew McConaughey on Reinvention, Doubt, and the...

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2025/10/20

Buckle up, today we're getting philosophical! Matthew McConaughey joins us for a vulnerable and reflective conversation that reaches far beyond the pages of his new book,Poems and Prayers. We unpack some of life’s most elusive questions—Why are we here? What does it mean to live well? McConaughey personally opens up about his evolving relationship with uncertainty, the power of reinvention, and how he learned to live in the in-between spaces—where identity shifts, purpose gets

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35:33

Why All the Cool Girls Get Fired with Laura Brown and...

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2025/10/14

Two words absolutely nobody wants to hear? "You're fired!" As taboo as we tend to make losing your job, it's something almost everybody will experience. Laura Brown and Kristina O'Neill know exactly how it feels, and today, they're joining the podcast to share personal stories, inspirational narratives, and essential advice from their brand-new book, "All the Cool Girls Get Fired." Together, we're saying goodbye to the shame around getting let go and all the cool girls are tuning in.See

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38:48

From Rom-Com Queen to The Hunting Wives: Malin...

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2025/10/06

Malin Åkerman is living proof that life only gets better with age. The star ofThe Hunting Wivesjoins us to spill on how the role of Margo Banks landed in her lap during a career standstill—and why it’s become one of her all-time favorites. From the freedom of playing a deliciously complex character to the instant chemistry she found with Brittany Snow, Malin takes us behind the scenes of her latest project while opening up about her own evolution. She gets candid about breaking

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37:16

A Love Letter to Single Women with Sabrina Zohar

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2025/09/29

Right now, it feels like everyone is settling down—your childhood bestie, your old roommate, even Taylor Swift! But what if you're still single and searching for "The One?" In the age of dating apps, situationships and breadcrumbing, finding real romance feels harder than ever. Should the single ladies just...throw in the towel? We don't think so! Today, we're sitting down with relationship guru and friend of the show Sabrina Zohar to get her insights—on setting boundaries, learning from

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40:48

Karen Pittman on The Morning Show's Wild New Season...

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2025/09/22

This is the season for Emmy-Nominated actor Karen Pittman. She touched hearts this summer with Netflix's Judy Blume remake, Forever, and this fall she's shaking things up in the fourth season of The Morning Show on Apple TV+. After three seasons of watching Karen's character, Mia Jordan, follow the company line even at her own peril, the UBA executive is coming into her own and taking what's hers. It's a thrilling arc for a dynamic character, and one that Karen knows well. Acting was her second-act

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36:18

How to Harness Fear with YouTube’s Daredevil Michelle...

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2025/09/15

YouTube’s daredevil Michelle Khare is here to help you push through your fears. In her award-winning YouTube channel,Challenge Accepted,Michellehas put her body and mind through a wide range of challenges, from being tased during police academy to pirouetting with professional ballerinas and everything in between. However, her biggest challenge is learning how to push through her fears. Today, we discuss how she sets goals, measures success,overcomesfear, and inspires us to raise the bar on

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38:11

The Science of Healing: Gabriella Taylor Explains Why...

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2025/09/08

Todaywe dive into the meeting point of neuroscience and mysticism. Life coach and spiritual psychologist Gabriella Taylor joins us to share how the brain’s ability to rewire itself can help us move beyond internalized patriarchy and the quiet dynamics—like gossip, comparison, and competition—that so often divide women and erode our sense of self. She explores what becomes possible when we begin to heal these patterns and invites us to consider how we can show up

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30:25

From TikTok to the Red Carpet: Betting on Your...

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2025/09/02

In this episode ofThe Bright Side, Simone and actor-creator Yasmine Sahidvision board while unpacking what it means to build a creative life on your own terms. Yasmine shares how she went from struggling to find acting work in LA to creating her own opportunities online, leading to red carpet moments and TV debuts. She opens up about the realities of the creator economy, the pressure of “making it,” and why starting is always the hardest (and most important) step. And yes, there’s

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28:42

Failure Is a Superpower: Marathoner Keira D’Amato on...

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2025/08/25

Keira D’Amato didn’t go pro in her twenties—she did it at 36. After nearly a decade away from competitive running, this mom of two and full-time realtor returned to the sport not for medals, but for joy. And joy led to national titles and shattered American records. In this conversation, Keira teaches us about quitting, restarting, and what happens when you stop chasing accolades and start chasing happiness instead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:12

Soft Life, Hard Truths: Ashlyn Harris on Life After...

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2025/08/18

Power suits, parenting, and the pursuit of peace!Ashlyn Harris joins Simone to talklife after soccer—from growing up with hand-me-downs to redefining what greatness means beyond the game. She shares why winning isn't everything, how parenting has become a space for healing, and why she’s embracing her soft life era.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:23

From Dorm Room to Boardroom: Daniella Pierson on The...

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2025/08/11

Daniella Pierson launched her first company, The Newsette,from her dorm room. She didn't have a clue how to build a business or any idea where those first steps would take her. Today, Daniella shares her secretsfor becoming a self-made millionaire—from overcoming self-doubt to winning over celebrity mentors like Diane Von Furstenberg. She's also here to share her new project Chasm, a company founded to close the gender gap through entrepreneurship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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