The Brighter Side

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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 going to be alright. We promise. For real. Just chill. Hosted by Ed Larson and Amber Nelson. Theme song by the Cowmen, logo by Dave Koehler.

  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Tiny Jolly Holidays

    Bummer, you just missed National Oatmeal Nut Waffle Day, but HOORAY today is the International Day of Happiness. Amber, Ashley and Julie are talking tiny holidays. If there's something you love, chances are there's a special day on the calendar to celebrate it. ARGGH! Mateys, Doncha wish it was International Talk like a Pirate Dat already??

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    20 March 2026, 12:00 pm
  • 52 minutes 45 seconds
    Jokes

    This week Ed and Amber are talking all things jokes! Ed unearths a joke book from his youth that more than lives up to it's name - "Truly Tasteless Jokes 3." Plus Ed and Amber go head to head in a "Yo Mama" vs "Yo Daddy" joke-off, and top it all off, we've got a little discussion about the ins and outs of roasting. 

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    13 March 2026, 12:00 pm
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    No Fawning Necessary

    Amber, Ashley, and Julie spin their recent dookies into pookies and then share another round of interesting mythical creatures. If you followed your longing where would it point you?? Definitely not to the parking garage on Hollywood Blvd. 

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    6 March 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    Moving On

    Amber and Ashley are talking moving on by looking back. The gals get their journals out to examine where they came from and where they're going. No more romanticizing the past! We're romanticizing the future on this week's episode of The Brighter Side!

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    27 February 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 1 hour 4 minutes
    Would You Rather? 2

    This week Ed and Amber are, once again, revisiting a classic childhood game - Would You Rather?

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    20 February 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Galentine's Day

    This week Amber, Julie and Ashley are talking Galentine's Day! The history of it, how to celebrate it and the woman that embody its very spirit.

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    13 February 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 1 hour 4 minutes
    Brighter Side Stories 51

    On this week's episode Ed and Amber attempt to stop saying, "You know?" so much! Play along at home by taking a drink every time they say, "You know?"!

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    6 February 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 57 minutes 5 seconds
    Mythical Creatures

    Amber, Julie and Ashley are diving into the time honored tradition of all cultures - mythical creatures! Buckle up listeners! It's time to get freaky deaky.

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    30 January 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 1 hour 31 minutes
    Mike Lawrence EXPOSED

    Today Amber and Ed get Mike Lawrence (Nerd of Mouth) in the studio to examine their friendships and comedy careers. EXPOSED.

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    23 January 2026, 3:00 pm
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    Little Troubles In Big Burbank

    Not all problems are big problems so today Amber & Ed thought of a bunch of mundane things that make them upset and had their friend Ariel Liety, from Fraudsters, help them come up with some rapid fire brighter sides.

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    16 January 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Brighter Side Stories 50

    Ed missed out last week so he shares his 2026 Mood Board. Also, Amber and Ed discuss all things New Years. Be good to yourselves!

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    9 January 2026, 3:01 pm
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