It feels like everyone is talking about self care these days. But what's it actually supposed to look like? If you ask the TikTok algorithm, you'll get a lot of 12-step skincare routines, bullet journals and red light masks. But is self care really just about what you buy? Today, our guest Dr. Pooja Lakshmin is going beyond consumerism to talk about how we c ... Show More
Jan 19
Understanding GLP-1 Medications: Hormones, Menopause & the Science Behind the Headlines with Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen
In this episode of The Bright Side, Simone Boyce talks with endocrinologist and Weightless author Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen about GLP-1 medications, food noise, hormones, and why “eat less, move more” doesn’t work for so many people. From epigenetics and menopause to muscle preserva ... Show More
38m 20s
Jan 12
Replay: Karen Pittman on The Morning Show's Wild New Season and Leaving Imposter Syndrome Behind
The Bright Side is off this week, but we wanted to revisit one of our favorite episodes. Back in September, Simone sat down with Emmy-nominated actor Karen Pittman. She touched hearts last summer with Netflix's Judy Blume remake, Forever, and in the fall, she shook things up in t ... Show More
41m 47s
Feb 2023
Fight for your dream: Comedian Cristela Alonzo
When the ABC show Cristela premiered in 2014, Cristela Alonzo made U.S. history, the first Latina to write, produce, and star in her own prime-time comedy. But this dream didn’t come easy: Cristela had to fight for her vision at every stage of the process. As she takes us on the ... Show More
33m 19s
May 2025
Lynn McCracken Meets World
Apparently, talent runs in the family - and we’re not talking about the Matthews! Lynn McCracken served as stage manager AND director on Boy Meets World, alongside her brother Jeff, and now she’s ready to share all her behind-the-scenes stories. Lynn takes us through her career f ... Show More
1h 11m