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The Brighter Side

The Brighter Side

The Last Podcast Network 584 episodes Latest Jun 5, 2026

The Brighter Side is a weekly podcast that offers a cynical yet optimistic take on life's challenges. Hosted by Ed Larson, Amber Nelson, Ashley Brooke Roberts, and Julie Rosing, the show aims to find humor and positivity in everyday struggles. It avoids toxic positivity, instead embracing a 'laugh or spiral' approach to coping with difficulties. The podcast is produced by The Last Podcast Network and features a theme song by The Cowmen.

Episodes

Brighter Side Stories 54 Jun 12, 2026 01:08:15 Ed, Amber, and Ashley come together for this episode of Stories to talk about everything from the cost of pizza to orcas showing up in the English Channel. Listener mail at the end, and don't forget to buy local! 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 everyt
Summer Plans Jun 5, 2026 00:55:33 Ashley and Amber have a spiraling discussion about their Summer Plans and just how they're feeling in general. Trigger warning for discussion about the cruelty of nature. PS-Ashley says she loves this story but didn't realize it was THIS story. PPS-Ashley made us write that. The Brighter Side finds the positive light in this horror show we call Earth, a cynic’s look at optimism. So put down the gu
Personality Quizzes May 29, 2026 00:56:01 Amber, Julie and Ashley discuss psychological personality quizzes. Everything from Who's Your Disney Villain to the horse, ladder, cube thought experiment. These are good questions to ask your friends! 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 goi
Running for Senate w/Billy Nord May 22, 2026 01:02:43 Billy Nord is running for the Democratic seat in the Minnesota Senate and he sits down with Ed and Amber to discuss his campaign and maybe rage a little about current times. Can Billy take the heat? Tune in to find out! 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
Brighter Side Stories 53 May 15, 2026 00:52:33 Amber's pants are too tight! Ashley's car tires are about to explode! This week Amber and Ashley talk their plans for their respective summer breaks. Also, what's up with eggs? Why are y'all eating so many? We want to hear from you! 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 j
The Return of Hoop-A-Goo-Goo May 8, 2026 00:55:57 It's the return of that good old classic Brighter Side game, Hoop-A-Goo-Goo! The theme of this edition is “Signs of the Apocalypse.” Eddie, Amber, Ashley, and Julie filled a hat with what they consider signs that the end is near. Each round, a player blindly picks from the hat, and the other contestants are tasked with finding the brighter side of the chosen apocalyptic scenario. Cats the size of
School Dances May 1, 2026 00:55:27 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 name
Positivity Apr 24, 2026 01:03:10 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 outt
Tarot: The Tower of Chaos Apr 17, 2026 00:50:20 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
Cons and Festivals w/Lisa Corrao Apr 10, 2026 01:06:03 Are you headed to Galaxy Con this year? Maybe you're going to P-Funk Fest in Tallahassee this weekend, if so or if not, this episode is for you! Ed's Florida friend and amazing comedian Lisa Corrao drops in to talk cons and fests and surprisingly outer space! Be good to yourselves! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free.Start a free trial now on Appl
Black Cats and Nighttime Whistles Apr 3, 2026 00:56:21 Ever broken a mirror and suffered seven torturous years of bad luck? Amber, Ashley, and Julie dive into the world of superstitions this week. Which ones do they live by? Which ones will they follow moving forward? And which new ones will they create just for funnsies?  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Brighter Side ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or
Brighter Side Stories 52 Mar 27, 2026 01:07:43 This week Ed and Amber discuss the little things they do to make the world a better place and what soups correspond with those good deeds!  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 co

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