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Comedian Rachel Samples joins the show for this weekâs Poppinâ Off. Rachel, Danielle and Simone talk about their excitement for âWicked Dayâ and Dianne Keatonâs new Holiday song. Plus, they get into Issa Raeâs recent hot take on whether or not men can hold a decent conversationâ featuring a fun weigh in from The Bright Sideâs own, Tim Palazzola.
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The busiest time of year can be magical, but it can often lead to burnout â especially if you're a wife or mother. So, on todayâs show, we want to break down how to care for ourselves while we show up for everyone in our lives, with inaugural Hello Sunshine Collective member Libby Ward. She is a digital creator, mental health advocate, and creator of the platform "Diary of An Honest Mom." She brings plenty of tips for how to set boundaries with family members and kids, and how to manage your time so this magical time of year can actually feel magical.
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All of us struggle with saying no to situations, people, and dynamics in our lives. Today weâre diving into developing healthy boundaries with licensed therapist and relationship expert Nedra Tawwab. Sheâs the author of the New York Times bestselling book âSet Boundaries, Find Peace,â as well as âDrama Freeâ and âConsider This.â She breaks down the difference between healthy, rigid, and porous boundaries and also gives us a great perspective on boundary setting around the holidays.
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Confidence coach and author Susie Moore shares her expert tips for making the most of networking during the holiday season. By tapping into the "holiday glow" and crafting genuine, thoughtful connections, Susie encourages us to reframe networking as relationship building â whether it's reconnecting with old colleagues or reaching out to new contacts. She also offers practical advice on how to approach cold emails, make meaningful asks, and leverage your existing network to create new opportunities.
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The holidays are coming fast. Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin of âThe Home Editâ share tips for staying organized through the whirlwind that is the holiday season. Plus, they give a sneak peek into ABCâs reboot of âExtreme Makeover: Home Edition,â which will feature Clea and Joanna!
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Pop culture anthropologist and internet personality Blakeley Thornton joins the show to give an all-access pass to the âWickedâ movie premiere! He, Danielle, and Simone dive into the star-studded fashion, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's emotional bond, and the profound impact the film is having on audiences. They debate this year's Sexiest Man Alive from "People," (John KrasinskiâŠ?) and call out some alternatives. Plus, they ask the age-old question: Is it ever a good idea to get back with your ex?
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Today we are back with another installment of âMom Friend,â a judgment-free zone to explore the often-overwhelming work of parenting. Emily Oster is back. She is an economist, bestselling author of âExpecting Betterâ and âCribsheet,â and is the CEO of ParentData. We unpack what the data says about all the parenting concerns that arise from birth through the preschool years.
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How fluffy is YOUR hippocampus? Dr. Wendy Suzuki, a neuroscientist and expert on brain plasticity, joins to share all about the incredible effects of exercise on the brain. Dr. Suzuki reveals how regular movement (especially aerobic exercise) does more than keep our bodies healthy â it actually changes the structure of our brains, boosting memory, focus, and mood. She shares her personal journey of discovering the power of exercise (even a ten-minute walk!) and explains how we can all use movement to create a âfluffy hippocampus,â improve cognitive function, and protect against age-related decline.
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So much of the advice we get on negotiation is about acting a certain way or adopting a particular posture. Negotiation expert and Wharton School professor Mori Taheripour offers actionable advice on how to close the deal â while staying true to your authentic self. She shares her insights on why women often struggle with self-advocacy in negotiations, offering practical tools to boost confidence and reclaim power at the bargaining table. Plus, she reveals her own pre-negotiation pep talk and the ultimate hype song!
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Mary Bonnet is a cast member from the glamorous world of âSelling Sunsetâ and the author of the new memoir âSelling Sunshine.â She opens up about her incredible journey â becoming a mother at 16, overcoming personal traumas, and more â and how it all fueled her determination to succeed in both her personal life and career. Mary also dives into her fertility journey and how her husband, Romain, has helped with her healing. Plus, we get the inside scoop on what itâs really like behind the scenes of âSelling Sunsetâ â from the drama to the real estate deals.
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Did you grow up in a snack house, or an ingredient house? It's Feel Good Friday! Danielle and Simone are joined by showrunner Tim Palazzola for a good-vibes, laughter-filled episode. They dive into inspiring stories from the New York Marathon, the tale of a woman who found love at Home Depot with the help of some "questionable" advice, and the power of trusting your intuition. Plus, Tim shares what a showrunner actually does!
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Today on the show, weâre celebrating the launch of Hello Sunshineâs brand new wine label, Drop of Sunshine. Guiding Danielle and Simone in a tasting is master sommelier Gillian Ballance, who helps demystify the heady world of wine tasting, and talks through festive holiday pairings. Plus, legendary broadcaster Angela Yee gives her perspective on business, community, and being a boss entrepreneur.
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It is National Stress Awareness Day. Itâs a tremendously stressful time but thereâs so much hope! Judith Moskowitz is a psychologist and Northwestern University professor who studies the unique mental and physical health effects of positive emotions. She comes on the show to break down all the ways you can embrace a positive mindset in your life today and into the future.
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Itâs Election Day! As we celebrate the power of making our voices heard at the ballot box, Danielle and Simone are joined by acclaimed historian Dr. Martha S. Jones to discuss the courageous women who fought to make womenâs right to vote a reality and to honor the unsung heroes who have carried that torch into the present day. Dr. Jones is a professor of history at Johns Hopkins University and the author of âVanguard: How Black Women Broke Barriers, Won the Vote, and Insisted on Equality for All.â
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Sometimes the barrier to entry with investing comes down to vocabulary: Whatâs an ETF? A bond? A stock? Simran Kaur is here to get you started if you have never invested before. She is an entrepreneur and founder of the platform Girls That Invest. She brings concise, clear, and actionable advice on where to start if youâre new to investing, and debunks some of the âcommon knowledgeâ many women have been fed about their abilities to manage and invest money.
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Chelsea Devantez is a TV writer, the author of the memoir âI Shouldnât Be Telling You This,â and the host of the podcast âGlorious Trash.â She joins Simone and Danielle to dive into the pop culture moments of the week, from Tina Knowlesâ memoir âMatriarch,â to Peopleâs Sexiest Man of the Year, to Tom Hanksâ comments on aging. They also debate dating rules that feel⊠well⊠dated.
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In our first-ever Halloween episode, Danielle and Simone are joined by comedian and Halloween enthusiast Lauren Lapkus. They dive into the spooky season with laughs and chills, sharing details about Lauren's hilarious podcast, âHaunting,â where she brings real ghost stories to life through her character Theresaâa dead influencer stuck between worlds.
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For those of us who have ever asked âWho am I?â â this oneâs for you. Dr. Sara Kuburic â aka The Millennial Therapist â has asked herself this question, and dedicated her career to helping others answer it. She delves into the distinction between our identity and our roles, how we often lose ourselves in the expectations placed upon us, and how taking responsibility can be sexy.
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Dive deep with us into the spookiest dating trend of all: GHOSTING! Dating coach and host of âThe Sabrina Zohar Showâ Sabrina Zohar returns to the show to unpack why people ghost and how to better deal with this modern disappearing act. As we dig into emotional availability and communication styles, Sabrina helps us navigate the confusion that comes with being left on read.
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While overcoming mental and physical setbacks, author Lauren Ling Brown turned to writing to get through one of the toughest times in her life. In the latest edition of Shelf Life, Lauren discusses her debut novel and October pick for Reeseâs Book Club, âSociety of Lies.â She talks lessons of perseverance in times of doubt and believing in your ideasâhow they come to life just might surprise you.
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