The Bright Side: A Hello Sunshine Podcast

In 2022, corporate lawyer SC Perot was, like lots of us, still reeling from the pandemic. She was also navigating a major career change, having left her gig in big law to pursue her dream of teaching. And just in case that wasn’t enough, her marriage also ended. But during this difficult period of change, SC found help from an unexpected source… world-famous pop star, Harry Styles. After attending 17 Harry Styles concerts in five countries in ten months, SC shares what she learned from the superstar’s fandom about embracing the joy that’s all around us.

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Who will win big at this weekend’s Academy Awards? Do you need a nemesis in your life? What do you think about last names as first names for new babies? To answer these questions and more, Danielle and Simone are joined by everyone’s favorite showrunner, our very own Tim Palazzola!

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Novelist Allegra Goodman found the name of a marooned French noblewoman in a history book decades ago when she was vacationing with her family off the coast of Canada. The woman’s name was mentioned in passing and Allegra got curious about her life. Years later, Allegra is out now with the brilliant new novel “Isola” based on the real life of a 16th-century noblewoman Marguerite de la Rocque — and it’s February’s pick for Reese’s Book Club. She joins us to talk about her first foray into historical fiction and the moment when she first heard Marguerite’s voice in her head.

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Dr. Nicole Pensak is on a mission to rebrand the mommy brain. As a clinical psychologist, author of “RATTLED: How To Calm New Mom Anxiety With The Power Of The Postpartum Brain,” and mother of two, Dr. Pensak knows how difficult the postpartum period can be. She joins Danielle and Simone to dive into the profound changes that occur during matrescence, and how to leverage them to your advantage.

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She’s been a “Bond girl,” flew through space in “Starship Troopers,” and burst a breast implant on the set of a reality show. ’90’s icon and reality star Denise Richards reflects on her exceptional life and celebrates her upcoming reality show, “Denise Richards and Her Wild Things,” out March 4. She opens up about navigating Hollywood’s challenges, her experience with the media, and how she’s worked to protect her daughters from the darker sides of the industry. Denise also discusses her past with Charlie Sheen and her current marriage to Aaron Phypers, and addresses some rumors about her in a game of “Wild or Mild.”

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Antoni Porowski, star of “Queer Eye” and host of “No Taste Like Home with Antoni Porowski,” shares about the power of food in connecting cultures and people, the lessons learned from his immigrant background, and the importance of preserving family stories. Hear about his surprising journey to the cast of “Queer Eye,” what he’s looking for in love, and what he wants to be doing when he’s a “wrinkly old raisin.” Plus, for anyone who’s ever counted their macros — Simone surprises Antoni with a protein snack taste test! 

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What’s a “dolphin shower?? Are voice notes replacing voicemails? And is love truly blind? To answer these questions and more, Danielle and Simone are joined by comedian and content creator Rachel Samples. Plus, they also pop off on the greatest T.V. performances of the 21st century… and what to expect in the new season of “The White Lotus.”

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The singular Chelsea Handler — author, comedian, host, and icon — dishes all about her journey to turning 50 and the upcoming release of her new book, “I'll Have What She's Having” (out February 25th). Whether it was a crisis of confidence when she was at the very top, or bombing at a comedy showcase early in her career, Chelsea opens up about the life-changing moments that have shaped her into the fearless, bold woman she is today.

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We’ve all heard about microplastics by now. They’re everywhere. But how worried should we be about them? Should we try to avoid microplastics? And what are some tips for reducing our exposure to them? Leading microplastics expert Dr. Heather Leslie joins Danielle and Simone to answer all these questions and more. Plus, she busts some common microplastics myths.

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Danielle and Simone sit down with L’Oréal Women of Worth honoree Dr. Ni’Cola Mitchell, award-winning entrepreneur and founder of Girls Who Brunch Tour. Dr. Mitchell shares her inspiring journey of turning personal pain into purpose, through her nonprofit organization which empowers young women — especially those from vulnerable backgrounds. From advocating for financial literacy to offering mentorship to girls who've survived traumatic experiences, Dr. Mitchell reveals how exposing young girls to new opportunities helps them discover their superpowers. 

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