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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. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
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Brighter Side Stories 6

Brighter Side Stories 6

You ready for some good news, music reviews, and some good ole fashioned palling around. Amber Nelson and Eddietunes are your generals in the war against positivity. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
53:1324/04/2024
The Great Outdoors

The Great Outdoors

AHHHHHH. The Great Outdoors, why hello Mr. Skunk don't you smell lovely, ooooooo look there a shallow brook to lay in, in LA we have shallow Brooke's but all they do is send back their Eggs Benedict and date basketball players. Time to enjoy the outside world because today Amber & Ed are suckling on the teet of Mother Nature. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
56:4619/04/2024
Brighter Side Stories 5

Brighter Side Stories 5

Brighter Side Stories has its first guest and it's the wonderful and hilarious Olivia Grace! We talk about dogs reuniting with their owners, bodies and trash finally getting taken off Mt. Everest, and we learn about some ancient instruments. You love it.  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
56:1817/04/2024
Irrelevant Gods

Irrelevant Gods

You ever why there is a God of Milk? Maybe you wanted to prey to Acat the God of Tattoos, before your next Henna session. Well The Brighter Side has got you covered when they went and learned kid's facts about all sorts of Gods they can't pronounce the names of.  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
59:2212/04/2024
Brighter Side Stories 4

Brighter Side Stories 4

Learn how whales are becoming people, the Amazon deforestation is slowing down, and there are about to be a crapload of Kyle’s in Texas. Plus we got some more people and sandwiches that inspire us. Be good to yourself. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
49:5210/04/2024
Spring Equinox

Spring Equinox

Oh my God it’s just about warm again and Amber and Ed couldn’t be more excited. Tune in for some fun springtime tips on dealing with/ allergies, going to baseball games, and short shorts for men! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:02:2105/04/2024
Brighter Side Stories 3

Brighter Side Stories 3

Are you ready for joy? We hope so, because this episode Amber and Ed bring you so much positivity, that it’s going to be shooting out of friggin eye balls. Be good to yourselves! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
56:1003/04/2024
Being By Yourself

Being By Yourself

Ed and Amber have no problem being by themselves. In-fact they find it to be lovely, and want to talk about all the fun you can have with everyone’s best friend, themselves. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
52:4529/03/2024
Brighter Side Stories 2

Brighter Side Stories 2

You ready for a quick hit of good news, Astrocartography, and yucks from Amber Nelson & Ed Larson? It’s Wednesday so buckle up for Brighter Side Stories Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
44:3526/03/2024
Snakes

Snakes

Snakes. Why did it have to be snakes? Because LPOTL just did an epic on David Icke and his reptilian agenda and so we’re talking about snakes. People hate em, we’re fine with em! Put it in your reptile brain. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
54:5122/03/2024
Brighter Side Stories: 1

Brighter Side Stories: 1

The Brighter Side is going TWICE A WEEK from now on! Every Wednesday Amber & Ed will bring you their version of Side Stories, it'll be good news, what put a smile on their faces this week, and stuff to look forward to. More Brighter Side, BABY!! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
35:1420/03/2024
Spin The Globe: Bhutan, Ethiopia, Bosnia, & Germany

Spin The Globe: Bhutan, Ethiopia, Bosnia, & Germany

Amber & Ed are playing Spin The Globe again, learning about the world in tiny chunks of information. You love it. Ed pulled Germany, which really bothers Amber because she just had an amazing vacation there, but Ed had an ace up his sleeve, his super intelligent and beautiful wife Julie lived there for 6 months, so she visits the new studio to bestow us with her knowledge Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:00:0815/03/2024
Voting

Voting

Amber and Ed took the time to fill out their ballots on Super Tuesday and boy oh boy was it annoying, so you know they needed to find The Brighter Side. Give a listen while they talk about fulfilling their duties as Americans. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
54:1909/03/2024
Animals in the Amazon

Animals in the Amazon

It’s nature week on The Brighter Side and Amber & Ed are learning about Anacondas, toucans, bullet ants, piranha and more. You’re going to need some bug repellent for this one. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:05:4502/03/2024
Ways We Get Ripped Off

Ways We Get Ripped Off

Oh boy, reign in Amber & Ed! They’re talking about all the little ways we all get ripped off, and well it’s safe to say they are not fans. Getting ripped off seems to be built into how America runs. Let’s yell about it! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:10:0824/02/2024
Spin The Globe, Jamaica, South Korea, & more!

Spin The Globe, Jamaica, South Korea, & more!

Amber and Ed play spin the globe and dive into some places they’d like to know more about. So tune in and let’s talk São Tomé and Príncipe, Holy See, Jamaica, & South Korea. WE’RE LEARNIN’ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:17:0717/02/2024
The Brighter Side Plays “Would You Rather?”

The Brighter Side Plays “Would You Rather?”

This week Amber and Ed ask each other the really tough questions when they play “Would You Rather?” You know it’s the game you play with your buddies when need to know the real answers. We learned a lot about each other without actually learning a thing. Play along at home, if you got the gunt. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:09:2610/02/2024
Top 10 Feel Good Movies: Part 2

Top 10 Feel Good Movies: Part 2

We heard Amber’s favorite feel good movies last week and this week we got Ed’s picks. I hope you all like Mel Brooks and Indiana Jones! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:06:1503/02/2024
Top 10 Feel Good Movies: Part 1

Top 10 Feel Good Movies: Part 1

This week Amber talks about what movies make her happy, and feel like a warm blanket whenever they’re on. So grab some popcorn and a human sized pillow, cause we’re getting emotionally cozy on The Brighter Side. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:02:4327/01/2024
Never Have I Ever w/ Seena Ghaznavi and Olivia Grace

Never Have I Ever w/ Seena Ghaznavi and Olivia Grace

Amber and Ed invited their friends Olivia Grace and Seena Ghaznavi over to play “Never Have I Ever” and we learn that Ed and Seena may have a checkered past. And Amber and Olivia are upstanding citizens. It’s almost like anyone could have guessed it. Let’s talk about drugs baby! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:06:0320/01/2024
Swamps

Swamps

If you've ever listened to The Brighter Side you know that Amber and Ed are kind of obsessed with Swamps. This week they take a deep dive into that shallow murky water. Amber focuses on Louisiana and Ed The Everglades of course, And don't worry there is absolutely NO GATOR TALK! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:18:4813/01/2024
Nightmares and The Miami Dolphins

Nightmares and The Miami Dolphins

This week on The Brighter Side, Amber talks about her nightmares becoming reality and Ed distracts those negative feelings by talking about what makes him happy. The Miami Dolphins. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:06:5506/01/2024
Things That Make You Gag

Things That Make You Gag

This week Amber & Ed are heavin' to test each others mettle by hackin' up what makes them RETCH, get ready for a gross one! Be good to yourselves and we'll see you next year. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:04:2822/12/2023
Mood Boards 3

Mood Boards 3

As a new tradition Amber and Ed make Mood Boards to get themselves ready for the new year. It really helps manifest good things for the future. You should all make them as well and post in The Brighter Side facebook group so we can prepare! Let's see what you got 2024! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:08:3715/12/2023
A Few Of Our Favorite Things: 2023

A Few Of Our Favorite Things: 2023

Things got and are dark this year, but we're The Brighter Side so here are Amber and Ed's favorite things this past year. Be good to yourselves. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:12:0308/12/2023
Reminiscing Game w/ Jackie Zebrowski & Julie Rosing

Reminiscing Game w/ Jackie Zebrowski & Julie Rosing

Nothing like getting together with some of the most important people in your life and reminiscing about The Holiday Season. So that's what we all did this week, we talked about old times all while making plans for this holiday when we'll all be together. Nothing beats friends that are family. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:07:3101/12/2023
On The Road Again

On The Road Again

This week Amber & Ed are joined by P-Funk keyboardist Danny Bedrosian to talk about what it's like to be on The Road most of the year, and some stories from the madness that ensues.   Also check out Danny's new book The Authorized P-Funk Song Reference: Official Canon of Parliament Funkadelic, 1956 - 2023. Available now! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:18:2817/11/2023
Moving Out of Your Parent's Home

Moving Out of Your Parent's Home

Every birdy must learn how to fly. So this year Amber and Ed are talking about the importance of moving out from your childhood home. It is very hard to do but the reward of independence is amazing. Be good to Yourselves. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:03:1210/11/2023
Dia De Los Muertos

Dia De Los Muertos

Amber and Ed remember the good things about the people they've lost and virtually build their own Ofrendas. Remember everyone dies twice, once on the day and another the last time anyone says their name. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:04:2303/11/2023
Haunted Houses

Haunted Houses

Amber and Ed LOVE Haunted Houses, whether they're filled with real ghosts or scare actors we are down. So they decided to sit down w/ professional scare actor Johnny Chambers to talk about his haunted house, went to The Whaley House, one of the most haunted houses in America, and invited our buddy, and horror movie star Jermaine Fowler to dream up our perfect Haunted House. We spooky dawg. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:35:1627/10/2023
Workshopping Materials

Workshopping Materials

In a month of scary stories, there's nothing more terrifying than trying new bits. So this week Ed and Amber are workshopping new material for both stage and screen! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:13:0220/10/2023
Animal Attacks

Animal Attacks

To continue the spooky season, The Brighter Side, is talking about probably the scariest thing ever, getting ripped apart by animals. Listen if you dare! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:05:5013/10/2023
Monsters

Monsters

It's officially spooky season so let Amber & Ed kick it off right with an episode about all their favorite monsters. They are coming for us, and we are here for it. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:08:2706/10/2023
Gorillas & Antelope

Gorillas & Antelope

Let's face it, gorillas are way cooler, but we got a nice picture of Amber next to a stuffed antelope. What are you gonna do. Animals rule. Long live Koko. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:01:4629/09/2023
Reminiscing Game: MURDERFIST Style

Reminiscing Game: MURDERFIST Style

MURDERFIST is in LA for the big 20th Anniversary Shows, so Amber and Ed invited Jared Warner from MURDERFIST over to walk down memory lane about performing at gay bars, dive bars, comedy clubs, and BAM. Free your mind and your ass will follow. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
55:5622/09/2023
Boredom w/ Brent Sullivan

Boredom w/ Brent Sullivan

Boredom; it happens to the best of us. Listen as Ed and Amber, joined by comedian Brent Sullivan, grapple with something that BORES it's way into everyone's life at some point or another. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
59:1715/09/2023
Vacation

Vacation

This week Amber and Ed get back from some well deserved rest and relaxation, and can't stress to you all how necessary it is took get out and get some culture, or just go axe throwing. Either way, what do we always say to each other? Be good to yourselves. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:18:5709/09/2023
First Jobs

First Jobs

It's hard to rip the dependence bandaid off and get that First Job. So to inspire the youngsters out there to join the workforce Amber and Ed talk about the first jobs they had and what lessons they learned from all that grunt work. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:09:4201/09/2023
The Reminiscing Game: The South

The Reminiscing Game: The South

Amber and Ed really did love their time living in The South. So what better way to express that love than to reminisce on all the good times.  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:08:2525/08/2023
Murder

Murder

It's 187 time on The Brighter Side. Tune in and listen to Amber and Ed struggle to find the Brighter Side of Murder!  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:08:5918/08/2023
It's So Hot

It's So Hot

It's So Hot Outside that Venus is jealous. It's hot baby. July was the hottest month the Earth has ever seen, so The Brighter Side decided to talk about it. Amber and Ed are from the South so they are kind of used to the heat, but what's going on now is uncalled for. Give a listen indoors preferably. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:12:3211/08/2023
Birds 2: Electric Cockatoo

Birds 2: Electric Cockatoo

It's no secret that Amber and Ed love animals, but birds, well that's a horse of a different color. They love Birds so much that they are doing a second episode on them! Listen as they get down and dirty on The Red Tailed Hawk, Condor, Emu, and GD Pigeon. CA CA CA CA CA Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
56:0904/08/2023
Hoop-A-Goo-Goo w/ Adam & Sam Wirtz

Hoop-A-Goo-Goo w/ Adam & Sam Wirtz

It's the FINAL Hoop-A-Goo-Goo (as a podcast). Hoop-A-Goo-Goo is graduating to Twitch as it's own show!! So it's not over, it's blowing up. But Amber and Ed thought they'd bring back Sam Wirtz and Adam Wirtz in since they were in the room for the original. The first Twitch Hoop will be during the LPN tv Grindhouse Sub-A-Thon tomorrow 7/29! So let's get down and get Hoopy baby. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
56:4128/07/2023
Skaters

Skaters

So in the Bad Dates episode Amber and Ed went a little too hard on Skaters and it was very un-Brighter Side, so they wanted to learn themselves and become more accepting of a counter culture they didn't really understand. Comedian, Taylor Clark, joins them to show them the error of their ways. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:07:1121/07/2023
Heists

Heists

Listen we all know that stealing is wrong, so why do we all get so amped for an elaborate Heist? So this week Amber & Ed are dressing in all black, and are going to suspend from the ceilings of your minds. Hide your jewels and precious metals baby. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:12:5614/07/2023
Summer Fun

Summer Fun

Not every episode has to be about something gloomy, today Amber and Ed are just pumped to talk about fun things to do in their favorite season SUMMER! So grab your beach chairs, hit up your local waterpark, or grab your concert tickets because The Brighter Side is having some hot fun in the summertime. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:08:2207/07/2023
Public Transportation

Public Transportation

Ed and Amber don't own cars in Los Angeles, and they use public transportation all the time. Sometimes it works like a charm and other times you almost get stabbed by a one eyed man. Chaos Reigns.  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:10:2830/06/2023
Bad Dates

Bad Dates

Bad Dates we've all been on them, sure they make great stories but they can also be very depressing. Listen as Amber and Ed talk about some of the Bad Dates they've been on, and how to spot one coming from a mile away. All here on The Brighter Side. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:08:3823/06/2023
Twitter/Elon Musk

Twitter/Elon Musk

Recently Ed quit Twitter for his mental health because of how negative it has become, so naturally The Brighter Side had sit down and talk about it.  Please remember to be good to yourselves. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:05:0816/06/2023
The Reminiscing Game w/ Holden & Henry

The Reminiscing Game w/ Holden & Henry

The Brighter Side loved playing this game so much a couple weeks ago that they're doing it again w/ Holden McNeely & Henry Zebrowski. Listen to them tell old New York and Tallahassee stories, mixed in w/ a little remembering of the failures that only made them wiser. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.
01:15:1909/06/2023