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The Brighter Side

The Brighter Side

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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, Ashley Brooke Roberts, and Julie Rosing. Theme song by The Cowmen. Logo by Dave Koehler Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Social Sciences
Episodes
  • School Dances
    May 1 2026

    Ever been personally victimized by a school dance? Amber, Ashley, and Julie relive proms, awkward slow dances, and the humiliating moments that somehow led to new friendships. Ashley talks about having a shaved head, we learn Amber’s mom tricked her into going to a dance, and that Julie tried on every prom dress at Macy’s. Along the way, the gals wonder what happened to all those people whose names they can’t remember, question whether some teachers just suck, revisit Saved by the Bell and that iconic Zach and Kelly first kiss, and yes, someone is accused of witchcraft.

    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, Ashley Brooke Roberts, and Julie Rosing.

    Theme song by The Cowmen. Logo by Dave Koehler.

    Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free.
    Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.


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    55 mins
  • Positivity
    Apr 24 2026

    Amber Nelson & Ed Larson sit down to rapid fire some positivity into things that have been griding their gears lately. It really helps get the bad juju out - try it with a friend at home! ALSO, WE'RE ON YOUTUBE NOW! GO SUBSCRIBE AT youtube.com/@thebrightersidelpn

    The Brighter Side finds the positive light in this horror show we call Earth, a cynic’s look at optimism. So put down the gun, stay outta that church, and spark up a joint, because everything is going to be alright. We promise. For real. Just chill.

    Hosted by Ed Larson, Amber Nelson, Ashley Brooke Roberts, and Julie Rosing.

    Theme song by the Cowmen

    Logo by Dave Koehler

    Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free.
    Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Tarot: The Tower of Chaos
    Apr 17 2026

    Please, Cards - what in the world is a girl to do? Amber, Ashley, and Julie are joined by good friend, Marie Young to pull some tarot and get some gosh darn guidance. Sliiiight Trigger Warning- things get E-MOTION-AL.

    Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free.
    Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    50 mins
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