Braving the Brightside
Life gets messy. It breaks us. But it also offers us the chance to rebuild.
Braving the Brightside is a podcast about what happens after the fall—how we find strength in struggle, how we reclaim hope in the dark, and how we choose to keep going even when it hurts.
Host Dan Bradley invites real people to share real stories—of resilience, recovery, and the quiet bravery it takes to face each day. From moments of rock bottom to unexpected healing, this show is a space for anyone learning to stand back up.
Whether you’re clawing your way through the storm or finally feeling the sun again—welcome. You belong here.
🌞Where resilience meets radiance.
Braving the Brightside
From Lost to Found: How Music Helped Me Discover Who I Really Am with Curtis Jr
Send a message into the Brightside
Curtis 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 Songs
Official Brightside Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1QnOBVBM8NRC9nFtxcPEpd?si=uGOTwlqyTRSqggcMCJhzSQ
The Rethreadery-Sustainable Style: therethreadery.com
IG: @the_rethreadery
Haven on Adullam Lake Retreat: havenonadullamlake.com-Use code LITTLEDAN for 10% Off!
IG: @haven_adullam_lake
The Library of Daniel Bradley: Patreon.com/daniels666time
Braving the Brightside Hub: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2498205
New 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 Bravingthebrightside@gmail.com or slide into the dm's as the kid's say @braving_thebrightside
Appreciate yous.
Love,
Dan
