“The Bright Side,” the Hit Podcast from Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine and iHeartPodcasts is Back for a Brand-New Season

Hosted by Simone Boyce, the Daily Podcast Returns for Season Two with More Positivity, Culture and Joyful Conversation

Listen to Season Two Now HERE

WHAT: Hello Sunshine, a part of Candle Media, and iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher according to Podtrac, announce the return of “The Bright Side” for an all-new season. Launching this season in a new weekly format, the podcast will continue its signature refreshing dose of laughter, honesty and inspiration from a female-centered perspective to help listeners kick off their week with purpose and positivity.

Building on the success of its first season, season two will bring more thoughtful conversations and candid moments—covering everything from wellness and lifestyle to pop culture and personal growth. Each episode will feature fresh perspectives and empowering stories from celebrity guests, changemakers and everyday women doing extraordinary things.

“The Bright Side” is designed to inspire, educate, and uplift—bringing together community, joy, and thoughtful conversation in a quick 30-minute format making it the go-to podcast to brighten the week.

WHO: Hosted by Emmy-nominated journalist, producer and TV personality Simone Boyce. Known for her warmth, curiosity and authenticity, Boyce will guide listeners through engaging weekly episodes that spotlight women across industries—from pop culture and business to health and wellness. With her signature blend of insight and heart, she will help listeners embrace life’s twists, find meaning in the moments, celebrate the wins and dream a little differently. While Danielle Robay won't be returning to “The Bright Side” as a host alongside Simone this season, she'll remain part of the Hello Sunshine family with an exciting new project, soon to be announced.

This season guests will include Ashlyn Harris, Sarah Spain, Dr. Emily Anhalt, Nicola Jane Hobbs, Scaachi Koul, Phoebe Robinson, Lauren Simmons, Rachel Blank, Erin and Sara Foster, and more WHEN: The first episode of “The Bright Side” is available today, May 27, 2025. New episodes available weekly on Mondays.

WHERE: “The Bright Side” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the ��ݮֱ�� app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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About Hello Sunshine Founded by Reese Witherspoon, Hello Sunshine puts women at the center of every story it creates, celebrates and discovers. Hello Sunshine tells stories across all platforms – from scripted and unscripted television, feature films, animated series, podcasts, audio storytelling, and digital series – all shining a light on where women are now and helping them chart a new path forward. Hello Sunshine is also home to Reese’s Book Club. Fast growing in reach and influence, this community is propelled by meaningful connections with stories, authors, and fellow members. Hello Sunshine is part of Candle Media, an independent, creator-friendly home for cutting-edge, high-quality, category-defining brands and franchises. By bringing together elite talent operating at the intersection of content, community, and commerce, it helps to position leading entertainment businesses for accelerated, sustainable growth in the current market and beyond. Candle is run by its Co-Chairmen and Co-CEOs, leading entertainment executives Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs, and backed by investment capital from funds managed by Blackstone’s flagship private equity business.