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.
Episodes
14 episodes
Tomorrow Needs You with Andrea Pierson
Some 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 Tom...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:34:38
From Jackass to Joy with Chris Raab Part II
In 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...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:07:13
From Jackass to Joy with Chris Raab Part 1
Chris 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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:51:24
Be Coachable: Love, Loss, & Community with MaKaylie Peterkin
MaKaylie 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 t...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:43:44
From Lost to Found: How Music Helped Me Discover Who I Really Am with Curtis Jr
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 coul...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:51:48
The Iron Will with Will Scissum
What 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 d...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:40:19
Coffee Break-25 Years Gone By
It'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.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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27:22
The Neurospicy Storm: Grief, Growth & Grace with Kel Darling
What 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 recogni...
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1:25:43
Comic Books, Chaos and Comebacks with Jay Brown
This 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 sea...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:08:27
Craving the Oblivion with Cerrie Cox
Mental 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 forwar...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:19:07
Rebuilding from Wreckage featuring Chris Ruby
After 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 re...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:20:09
Life's Hard. Now What? featuring Mike Alston
In 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 Phila...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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