Braving the Brightside

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat happens when life completely changes course?In this episode of Braving the Brightside, I sit down with cancer thriver, speaker, and coach Zoraida Morales to discuss resilience, healing, identity, and the choice to build a life by design rather than by default.After thirteen years of chemotherapy, a difficult divorce, and countless moments of uncertainty, Zoraida shares how she transformed pain into purpose and discovered that joy isn't something we find—it's something we choose.This is a powerful conversation about rebuilding, self-discovery, and becoming the person you were always meant to be.Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoraida-morales/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/z.morales2018/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zoraida.morales.1428Website (upcoming): https://lifebydesignnotdefault.com/Website: https://zoraidamorales.com Books: Awaken – https://a.co/d/cnGTfUCForge – https://a.co/d/7vneKAxPerspectives on Cancer – https://a.co/d/4QQcMm6Soul Parent – https://a.co/d/5QXBOLk Free Resources: Discover Your Energy Archetype: https://quiz.lifebydesignnotdefault.com/ Honey‑Ginger‑Turmeric Bomb (Healing Recipe): This immune‑supporting recipe contains antiseptic, antibacterial, and anti‑inflammatory ingredients to support digestion, joints, skin, and overall wellness.https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/di8oVgX5KIbyLTwflOHDOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat happens when grief, creativity, fatherhood, and purpose all collide?This week on Braving the Brightside, storyteller, ghostwriter, and author coach Sean Mabry joins me for a thoughtful conversation about surviving difficult seasons, finding meaning in life's darkest moments, and why authentic human stories matter now more than ever. We explore creativity, the rise of AI, personal transformation, and the surprising places where hope can still be found.Because sometimes the void isn't something to fear.Sometimes it's where the next chapter begins.Book Your RESET Button Call Here: https://calendly.com/bravingthebrightside/30minSean's LinksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/smabryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-mabry-781b39a3/?skipRedirect=trueBook Clarity Engine: https://mabry-messaging.kit.com/bookclarityOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideThis week on Braving the Brightside, I sit down with Blaz Marolt for an honest conversation about trauma, burnout, discipline, and the hidden emotional cost of high achievement. From childhood abuse to military structure, hustle culture, and redefining success, this episode dives deep into what happens when survival mode finally catches up with you — and how healing begins when you stop running from yourself.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat happens when shame stops running the story?In Episode 31, Dan sits down with Kipp Grange, founder of Sonder Mountain Apparel, for an honest conversation about addiction, recovery, identity, and the difficult work of rebuilding a life from the inside out. Kipp shares his journey through alcoholism, rock bottom, sobriety, mental health, and the perspective shift that changed everything.This is a raw, thoughtful episode about letting go of control, facing what hurts, and finding meaning on the other side of survival.Check Out Sonder Mountain Apparel: Traditional Tattoo Apparel - Apparel with a Purpose | Live Vividly – Sonder Mountain Apparel Co.Life on Fire Event: meantformore.live/lifeonfire-registration?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn0Dkyzk-QR441ueCO1v68RWI0Hp5uIOfgWqOBzROrFaudSNEopRpz_06TWQw_aem_YRwBqKPiLla2IwP35TqCnAOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideIn this episode, I sit down with Nathan Segal for a raw and deeply personal conversation about trauma, control, and what it really takes to break free from toxic patterns.Nathan shares his journey through years of navigating narcissistic abuse, and the turning point that led him to reclaim his life, his voice, and his sense of self.We talk about boundaries, responsibility, and the courage it takes to face painful truths so you can finally move forward.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideThere’s a point where you can be doing everything “right”… and still feel completely off.Showing up, working hard, pushing forward yet underneath it all, something doesn’t feel aligned.In this episode of Braving the Brightside, I sit down with Spencer Jones, speaker, coach, author, and the self-proclaimed “Prince of Positivity”, to talk about what’s really going on beneath that feeling.We dive into burnout, energy, and the subtle ways we disconnect from ourselves without even realizing it. Spencer shares how high performers often find themselves running on empty, and what it actually looks like to slow down, realign, and start reclaiming your energy.This isn’t about doing more.It’s about coming back to yourself.If you’ve been feeling off, overwhelmed, or just not quite like yourself lately—this conversation might be exactly what you need.Website: https://wearejonesinfor.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spencermjonesofficialFacebook Business: https://www.facebook.com/jonesinforYoutube: https://youtube.com/spencerjonesinInstagram: https://instagram.com/jonesinforTikTok: https://tiktok.com/user/jonesinforEnergy Hub Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1342902855881858Email: [email protected] Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat do you do when life keeps pulling the rug out from under you?In this episode of Braving the Brightside, I sit down with Brian Kurian, who was laid off three times in just a few years—until he hit a point where something had to change.Four days later, he bet on himself and started his own business.This conversation isn’t about overnight success. It’s about what happens in the moments where your identity gets shaken, your plans fall apart, and you’re forced to decide who you’re going to become next.If you’ve ever felt stuck, uncertain, or pushed into a pivot you didn’t ask for—this one will hit home.Book a call with Brian:https://www.briankuriansbusinessservices.com/Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideIn a world that constantly tells us to move faster, work harder, and chase more… what if the real shift comes from something much simpler?Choice.In this episode of Braving the Brightside, Dan sits down with Scott Maderer, founder of Inspired Stewardship and host of the Inspired Stewardship Podcast. Scott has spent years helping people rethink their relationship with time, money, and purpose—guiding leaders and high performers toward lives that are more aligned with what truly matters.Together they explore the subtle but powerful difference between saying “I have to” and “I choose to,” and how that small shift in language can change the way we look at our priorities, our work, and our lives.Scott also shares his personal story—from teaching in the classroom, to leading large teams in the corporate world, to building a coaching practice dedicated to helping people steward their time, talents, and resources with intention.In this conversation we explore:• Why hustle culture often confuses goals with purpose • The difference between success and significance • How our language reveals our priorities • Career vs calling—and why they’re not always the same • Practical ways to begin living a more aligned lifeIf you’ve ever felt stretched thin, pulled in too many directions, or unsure whether the things filling your days are actually the things that matter most… this conversation is for you.Sometimes the biggest changes start with the smallest realization:You’re not too busy.You’re choosing.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideThere are moments that recalibrate you.In a world that can feel loud, divided, and heavy, this episode offers a glimpse into a room filled with courage, humility, and relentless hope.Dan was invited to the annual Young Investigator Draft hosted by Uplifting Athletes in Philadelphia — an event where young medical researchers are honored for their work fighting rare diseases, alongside the families and children whose lives are directly impacted by that research.But this isn’t just about a ceremony.It’s about parents who refuse to quit. Kids who redefine strength. Athletes who use their platform for something bigger than themselves. Doctors whose work behind the scenes is changing lives in ways most of us will never see.In this episode, you’ll hear directly from families, athletes, and two unforgettable best friends who’ve become the heart of the event.If you’ve been needing a reminder that good people are still doing incredible work in this world, this is it.Hope isn’t naïve. It’s built.And sometimes, it’s built together.Visit www.upliftingathletes.org for more info!Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat do you do when life gives you more time than you ever expected?In this episode of Braving the Brightside, I’m joined by Ty Gipson, a motivational speaker whose life has been saved—more than once—through extraordinary organ donations from members of his own family.Ty shares his journey living with juvenile diabetes, facing kidney failure, navigating transplants, and learning what it means to carry the weight—and the responsibility—of second chances. But this conversation isn’t about medical details or miracle moments alone. It’s about gratitude, resilience, humor, family, and choosing how to show up when the road ahead isn’t clear.This is an honest, grounded conversation about borrowed time, purpose, and finding light without pretending the darkness isn’t there.If you’re navigating uncertainty, fatigue, or a season that feels heavier than most—this one’s for you.Founder | TyGipson.com | No Options with Ty Gipson PodcastSpeaker • Entrepreneur • Podcaster512-944-4780 (call/text) Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0QaxAU6ug2Yn13tHOr4V1GYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TyGipsonFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585869545884X - https://x.com/ty_gipsonInstagram: @tygipson1 Want to schedule an appointment with Ty?: https://calendly.com/ty-tygipsonOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideIn this episode of Braving the Brightside with Dan Bradley, I sit down with nutritionist and wellness coach Maria Garcia—author of Breaking Into the Light—to unpack a story that is equal parts terrifying, powerful, and deeply hopeful.At 25, Maria suffered a massive stroke that left her unable to move or speak. For two weeks, everyone believed she was in a coma—while she could hear and understand everything happening around her. What followed was a brutal, years-long climb: relearning how to communicate, enduring rehab, depression, setbacks, and eventually facing the hardest phase of all… the plateau.But Maria’s comeback didn’t end there.Fifteen years after her stroke, Maria discovered a new approach to nourishment that helped her regain another 20% of recovery in just six months—and it completely reshaped her mission. Today, she helps others reset their relationship with food, reclaim their energy, and build a life that feels truly alive.This conversation is about resilience, surrender, and what it really means to keep going—one step, one sunrise, one honest conversation at a time.Connect with Maria: genuinelymaria.com (book a complimentary call)If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who needs a little light today.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideChristmas Eve has a way of slowing everything down. In this Coffee Break, Dan reflects on the year you survived; the pivots, the missed steps, the unexpected joys and the quiet strength it took to just keep going. From creative starts and resets, to staying consistent when time worked against you, to the grounding joy of a new dog, the ache of watching time move forward, and the reminder that humanity still exists beneath all of the noise.This isn't a conversation about resolutions or reinvention. It's a moment to pause, take inventory, and give yourself a little credit for making it here.If this year felt heavy, this episode is for you.One step. One sunrise. One honest conversation at a time.And tonight, one peaceful Christmas Eve at a time.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideIn this episode of Braving the Brightside, we sit down with Maggie Henderson for an honest conversation about choosing life—again and again—even when your body has asked more than its fair share.Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at a young age and later living with a genetic heart condition, Maggie has faced her own mortality far earlier than most. From sudden loss, to cardiac arrest, to open-heart surgery, her story is one of resilience, humor, and a deep commitment to staying present for the life she’s still building.We talk about listening to your body, finding strength through movement, redefining what health really means, and the quiet bravery it takes to keep showing up—one day at a time.This isn’t a story about perfection or toxic positivity. It’s about choosing to live fully, even when it’s hard.If you’ve ever felt fragile, determined, or both at once—this episode will meet you where you are.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat does it really mean to take care of yourself—beyond the buzzwords, routines, and surface-level fixes?In this deeply grounding conversation, Dan sits down with educator, coach, and speaker Bethany Stone, whose life and work are rooted in the belief that growth doesn’t come from force—it comes from nourishment.Bethany shares her powerful journey through trauma, resilience, burnout, healing, and rebuilding, offering a compassionate framework for emotional self-care that treats people like living systems—not broken projects. From understanding our emotional roots to learning how small, intentional habits can create lasting change, this episode is an invitation to slow down, tend what matters, and remember that thriving looks different in every season.This is a conversation about grace, growth, community, and the quiet strength it takes to keep showing up for yourself- especially when life has been heavy.Content Note: This episode includes discussion of trauma and sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.If you’ve ever felt worn down, disconnected, or unsure how to begin caring for yourself again, this episode offers a gentle place to start.Contact Bethany Stone: Group Coaching https://www.thrivingbynature.com/special-offerWebsite• https://www.thrivingbynature.com/ Thriving by Nature YouTube• https://www.youtube.com/@BethanyStone-Thrivingbynature Instagram• https://www.instagram.com/thriving_by_nature_coaching/Instagram Alternate Instagram / personal profile• https://www.instagram.com/bethany.e.stone/ Instagram Facebook – Coaching Page• https://www.facebook.com/Thriving-by-Nature-Coaching/61562381904802/ Facebook LinkedIn• https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethany-stone-mindset-coachLinkedInFeel Good News Story: https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/school-bus-driver-knits-hats-for-students  Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat does it take to rebuild a life from the ground up?What does it mean to rise — not just for yourself, but for the people who will one day need your light?In this powerful and deeply moving episode, speaker, educator, and advocate Freddy Shegog opens up about his journey through homelessness, addiction, stigma, family fractures, and the quiet battles nobody sees. But more importantly, he shares the grace, grit, and community that helped him climb out — and the purpose that keeps him reaching back to lift others with him.Freddy’s story is a testament to the strength we don’t know we have until life demands it — and to the truth that where we start does not define where we can go.He reminds us that support is sacred, faith matters, and change is possible at any age, from any background, under any circumstance.This conversation is raw, honest, emotional, and full of hope.If you’ve ever felt written off, underestimated, or unsure whether your life can turn around… Freddy will show you what’s possible.Stick around to hear how he’s working to make college accessible for everyone — and why his mission is only getting bigger.Freddy Shegog Contact: https://www.freddyshegog.comInstagram: themessageLLCTwitter: FreddyshegogFeel Good News Story: https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/combatting-loneliness-cry-clubs-cuddle-therapyOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideIn Part 2 of this powerful conversation, we go even deeper into the heart of Syreeta’s journey — the unraveling, the rebuilding, and the quiet bravery it takes to choose healing over coping.Syreeta opens up about the accident that forced her to finally stop running, the emotional layers she had to face when everything went still, and the moment she realized she was done surviving and ready to become. We talk about boundaries that protect your peace, breaking generational patterns, learning to feel without numbing, and the truth behind her now-iconic line:“Your yes is your sword. Your no is your shield.”This episode is for anyone standing in the middle of their becoming — tired of old cycles, learning to choose themselves, or trying to trust the ground beneath them again.Raw, vulnerable, grounding, and full of hard-won wisdom — Part 2 brings this two-part conversation to a powerful close.Wherever you are in your own journey, keep living.The shift might be closer than you think.Syreeta's Contact: IG @sincerelysyreetaSyreeta's Podcast: @myinnerviewpodLinktr.ee/sincerelyreetaFeel Good News Story: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/canadian-burger-joint-gets-cash-apology-when-alabama-man-mistook-it-for-his-local-restaurant/Jacquilin Lucas aka JQUEEN: https://www.instagram.com/j_quee_n?igsh=MWsybWttcnBmMDcxOQ==Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat does courage look like in the messy middle of life?In this powerful conversation, writer and community builder Syreeta Martin opens up about resilience, generational healing, teen motherhood, sobriety and the accident that changed everything. Together, we explore what it truly means to feel deeply, grow honestly, and empower yourself from the inside out.Raw, grounding and full of heart-this episode will meet you exactly where you are.Keep living. The shift might be closer than you think.Syreeta Martin: linktr.ee/sincerelyreeta @sincerelysyreeta / @myinnerviewpodFeel Good News Story: https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/[email protected]/the155streetfridge/ tiktok.com/@155streetfridgeWATERGATE SALAD RECIPE:1 Package Instant Jello Pistachio Pudding1 Large Can Crushed Pineapple w/ Juice1 -1/2 Cups Mini Marshmellow9 oz Cool Whip ThawedMIX ALL TOGETHER AND ENJOY the DELICOUSNESS & CONFUSIONOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideHey everyone — this week’s episode hit a major technical snag. The main audio file became corrupted, and I’ve spent the last couple days trying everything short of casting a spell to bring it back. The story shared in that interview was vulnerable, powerful, and deeply meaningful to me, and I take that responsibility seriously.Because I want to do it justice — not rush out something broken — the full episode will now be coming next Friday. I’m doing everything I can to recover the original audio, and if that fails… don’t worry. Their story will absolutely still be heard.Thanks for your patience, your understanding, and for sticking with me while I learn my lesson the hard way: back up your files, people. Back them up.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideFrom the sidelines of Georgia high school football to the heart of Georgia Tech, Coach Snell has lived a life rooted in faith, resilience, and purpose.His story is a reminder that success isn’t defined by what we win, but by how we grow — and how we show up when life calls for something new.Trophies Whisper, But Trials Shout — streaming now on Braving the Brightside with Dan Bradley.SNAP DONATIONS & EDUCATION: Donate Today to End Hunger in America | Feeding AmericaDonate Today(NOKIDGOESHUNGRY.org)Fight to End Hunger(VolunteersofAmerica)EDUCATE YOURSELF & OTHERS: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | Food and Nutrition ServiceFeel Good News Story (Videos in Article!): Saving Orphaned Elephants: The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust At Work | EWCBraving the Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery: The Rethreadery Recycled + Upcycled | Discover Sustainable Style TodayOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideFear isn’t the villain we think it is.In this first-ever Braving the Frightside Halloween special, Dan steps into the dark to explore what fear really is — from the childhood monsters under our beds to the grown-up ones that live inside our heads.Through personal stories of sobriety, loss, change, and rediscovery, Dan unpacks how fear isn’t here to destroy us — it’s here to teach us. To point us toward what matters most. To show us we’re still alive.Grab your coffee, light a candle, and join us for Coffee Break: What Haunts Us, Heals Us — a hauntingly hopeful dive into the courage it takes to face the dark and find the light anyway.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideSome conversations remind you what bravery really looks like — not the loud, spotlight kind, but the quiet courage it takes to turn pain into purpose.This week, I sit down with Andrea Pierson, an advocate, educator, and co-founder of Tomorrow Needs You — a foundation born from heartbreak and built on hope. After losing two former student-athletes to suicide, Andrea chose to honor their memory by helping others find their reason to stay.In this episode, we talk about grief, growth, and the weight of showing up when life gets heavy. We explore what it means to support others through their darkest moments — and how compassion, conversation, and community can save lives.This one’s tender. It’s real. And it’s a reminder that even in loss, light still finds a way through.Because tomorrow needs you, too.If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. You can contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling or texting 988, or visit 988lifeline.org.Braving the Brightside: The Official Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideIn Part II of this unfiltered and quite expectedly hilarious conversation, Chris Raab dives even deeper into what comes after chaos. From addiction and heartbreak to running marathons and finding purpose, Raab opens up about recovery, community, and the hard (and often humorous) lessons that come with rebuilding a life.We talk about learning to sit with discomfort, finding the right “crew” in life, and how even the darkest chapters can lead to gratitude, growth, and a few good laughs along the way.If you’ve ever felt lost, stuck, or like you’re on the wrong boat — this episode’s your reminder that you can always turn the wheel.Chris Koch, "If I Can": www.ifican.caHaven on Adullum: https://www.havenonadullamlake.com-USE CODE "littledan" for 10% OFFThe Rethreadery: https://www.therethreadery.comPS.-I apologize for the lack of feel good news story as well as a new opening/closing of the show. Podcastle is evil and wanted more money for me to record more audio within a certain "pay period". All new segments will be back next week, promise.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideChris Raab (Raab Himself) opens up about his wild ride from Jackass fame to rock bottom—and how he fought his way back to the bright side. In this raw, funny, and deeply honest conversation, Raab talks about his early days with Bam Margera and Ryan Dunn, the chaos of MTV fame, the darkness of addiction, and the long road to 16 years sober.This one’s about learning to forgive yourself, to start over, and to find gratitude in the messiest corners of life.Feel Good News Article: https://goodness-exchange.com/glam-squad-lifts-self-esteem-goodnet/Haven on Adullum: https://www.havenonadullamlake.com-USE CODE "littledan" for 10% OFFThe Rethreadery: https://www.therethreadery.comThe Library of Daniel Bradley:  https://www.patreon.com/Daniels666TimeOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideMaKaylie Peterkin grew up with sports as the heartbeat of her family. But it was her sister’s battle with a rare disease — and the way their small-town community rallied around them — that shaped her path. Today, MaKaylie channels that experience into helping families through some of their hardest moments with Uplifting Athletes, a nonprofit that uses the power of sports to support those impacted by rare diseases. In this episode, MaKaylie shares her story of resilience, loss, faith, and how “being coachable” can change your life.Feel Good News Article: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/in-prisons-across-ohio-these-inmates-are-finding-meaning-by-saving-orphaned-and-injured-animals/Uplifting Athletes: UA Home - Uplifting AthletesOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideCurtis Jr grew up chasing storms and snakes, but never quite felt like he belonged. The world saw him as different, and fitting in often came with a cost. Even as drinking crept into his life, music became his anchor-the one place where he could feel whole, alive, and true to himself.In this conversation, Curtis opens up about learning to embrace the little kid he once was-the one who was made fun of for loving what he loved-and how welcoming that kid back saved him. His story is about finding identity, fighting through struggle, and letting music light the way forward. If you've ever felt out of place, Curtis' journey will remind you: the parts of you that don't "fit in" might just be the parts that set you free.Feel Good News Story (Majestic Mullet): https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/9-year-old-boy-saves-parents-when-tornado-sends-car-flying-into-trees/Curtis Jr Music/Fundraiser Info: Curtis Jr. - Band, Live Music, Original and Cover SongsOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat does it really mean to push past doubt, setbacks, and pressure — not to prove others wrong, but to prove yourself right?In this week’s episode of Braving the Brightside, I sit down with Will Scissum, a man whose grit and determination have carried him through challenges that would break most. From the football field to life beyond it, Will’s story is about resilience, discipline, and a steady belief in something bigger guiding the way.We talk about what it takes to stay locked in when the odds are stacked against you, why comparison is the enemy of growth, and how proving yourself right can be the most liberating victory of all.If you’ve been looking for a reminder to keep showing up — even on the hard days — this is the conversation you need to hear.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideIt's been 25 years since my mom passed.This Coffee Break is an episode that is just a little quieter, a little more personal. No guests, no interview. Just me, you, a cup of coffee, and some thoughts I've carried for a long time. I talk about what it means to live with an ache for a loss that doesn't fade. How shame and the feeling of being lost in life can make you hide from that very grief in hopes of not being forced to sit in it, feel it and ultimately confront it. But also, how love doesn't erase grief-it makes room for it. And the beauty of it all.Plus, any excuse I get to talk about my amazing, kick-ass mom.If you've ever lost someone and found yourself unsure how to talk about what that feels like or if you need a moment to just feel a little less alone-this one's for you.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideWhat happens when life's storms collide with late diagnosis, parenting and rediscovering yourself? In this episode of Braving the Brightside, I sit down with Kel-a grocery store veteran, ceramic artist, mother of two, and newly recognized member of the ADHD/ASD community.Kel's story is raw, funny, and deeply human. We talk about the grief of what could have been, the relief of finally being understood, and the rebirth of that comes from unmasking and embracing your truest self. Along the way, Kel reflects on parenting neurodivergent kids, navigating therapy, and finding joy in small, unexpected places.This conversation is about resilience, identity, and what it means to not just survive the storm-but to dance in the rain. Feel Good Article: www.goodnewsnetwork.org/a-policing-act-of-kindness-in-detroit-after-little-boy-calls-911-to-chat-about-soccer/Kel's Cermaic Store: @darling_studios on InstaNational Mental Health Hotline: (888) 738-5213Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideThis week on Braving the Brightside, I sit down with my longtime friend Jay Brown for a raw, unfiltered, and deeply human conversation. Jay’s journey began with unimaginable challenges — born into addiction, time spent in foster care, and a search for belonging. But through it all, he found his voice, his humor, and his resilience.In this episode, Jay opens up about growing up in chaos, discovering creativity through comic books and music, and how laughter became both his armor and his gift. We explore the highs and lows of his path through addiction, grief, and rebuilding, while finding meaning and growth on the other side.This is a story about survival, honesty, and the messy, beautiful work of becoming yourself. It’s heavy, it’s funny, and above all, it’s real.Whether you’ve faced your own battles or you just want to hear a story of resilience told straight from the heart — this episode is for you.Jay's Super Soup Instagram: @Super_Soup215Jay's Super Soup Facebook: Super SoupFeel Good News Story: www.Optimistdaily.comOfficial Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideMental health struggles are a mother fucker. Plain & simple.Some stories stay with you-not because they're easy to hear, but because they're so deeply human. Cerrie Cox has faced seasons where hope felt far away where the road forward was anything but clear. And yet, through it all, she's gathered wisdom, grit, and the kind of courage that can inspire anyone listening. This conversation isn't just about what she's survived-it's about what she's learned, and what we all might take from it.Also, seriously, what exactly is a labubu and why are people so excited about it?We talk about all of this and more on this week's Braving the Brightside.Feel Good News: goodgoodgood.coMental Health Crisis Help: 877-784-8469Call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.orgHang in there. It gets better, I promise.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideAfter a devastating car accident shattered life as he knew it, Chris Ruby was left with more than broken bones—he was facing a battle that was just beginning. In this powerful conversation, Chris shares his journey of recovery, identity, and reaching the point of realization that he was staring down a fight he was never going to win alone.We talk about learning to slow down, what it means to truly rebuild, and how the support of not just his community of friends but his family and their never-ending inspiration and love that would finally pull him back from the brink. Oh, and Grey's Anatomy. Just as important.If you’ve ever thought you’ve hit rock bottom only to find that wasn't the actual bottom? If you've searched or still currently searching for how to pick yourself back up when everything changes, this episode is for you.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideIn this week's episode of Braving the Brightside, I sit down with my longtime friend Mike Alston-a man whose presence fills a room and whose story will stay with you long after the episode.Mike opens up about growing up in Philadelphia, navigating the chaos of the streets, and what it means to find your footing when the ground beneath you keeps shifting. With humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom, he breaks down the power of perseverance and how asking "Now what?" can sometimes lead us to who we were meant to be all along. If you've ever felt stuck, tested, or like you're walking through the storm alone-this one's for you.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the BrightsideIn the debut episode of Braving the Brightside, host Dan Bradley hands over the mic-and the questions-to his good friend F. Woods for an unfiltered conversation about where it all began.From the grip of alchohol addiction to a string of bad decisions, buried grief, and personal loss, Dan opens up about the moments that nearly broke him-and the ones that started to build him back up.This is a story of hitting bottom, facing truth, and choosing-again and again-to fight for a different kind of life. One built on honesty, healing, and hope.A raw and powerful start to a podcast about doing the hardest thing there is: not giving up. Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan

Send a message into the Brightside"How are you? Really?'Welcome to Braving the Brightside-a podcast about hope, healing, and the messy, beauty of surviving life's darkest chapters.Hosted by Dan Bradley, this show shares real stories of resilience, recovery, and radical honesty.Whether you're in the storm or starting to feel the sun-this space is for you.Where resilience meets radiance.Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQThe Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com-Use Code BRIGHTSIDE for 15% Off!IG: @the_rethreaderyHaven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!IG: @haven_adullam_lakeThe Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666timeBraving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205New episodes every Friday at 2 pm on all major podcast platforms. Interested in being a guest or perhaps just wanna chat and share opinions or concerns? Email me at [email protected] or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightsideAppreciate yous.Love,Dan