The Bright Side

Bozoma Saint John is an author, entrepreneur and marketing executive who’s represented some of America’s most recognizable brands. Now, she’s starting a new chapter as the newest member of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.” She dishes about her decision to join the franchise, her incredible career, and why trusting your intuition is the key to success.

What does it mean to be kind? How can we increase kindness in our communities? And what are the surprising benefits of kindness? Jeanette Maré, kindness researcher and Director of the Science of Kindness Community Collective at the University of Arizona, gives the scoop on how we can better implement kindness into our lives. 

The hilarious Fortune Feimster joins the show to share some laughs, inspiration, and Southern charm. With her new Netflix special “Crushing It” out now, Fortune takes us through the evolution of her stand-up — and how she’s found her true comedic voice over the years. She also dishes on the magic of live performances and the joy of connecting with audiences, especially after the isolation of the pandemic. Plus, we dive into her unforgettable Instagram character, Brenda; her mom; and the Southern roots that still shape her today. 

How do you throw a great holiday party? Do you pick a theme? Keep the invite list short, or invite everyone you know? What makes a good tradition? Lizzy Mathis is the founder and editor-in-chief of The Cool Mom Co., and co-host and executive producer of “Honest Renovations,” Roku’s home improvement series. She joins the show today to talk about hosting holiday parties, entertaining tricks, and more!

There is only one Raven-Symoné. From “That’s So Raven” to “The Cheetah Girls” to the CW’s original game show “Scrabble,” she is a luminary in the art of television. She joined superfans Danielle and Simone to talk about what she has learned from her tenure as a performer, what is next for her as a director, and why she always asks her younger actors to closely study the slapstick comedians she grew up with.  This episode originally aired Oct. 24, 2024.