Lisa sits down with her friend Joy to talk about the journey behind her debut children’s book The Day I Met Someone New. What begins as a nostalgic catch‑up about their carefree teenage summers quickly becomes a heartfelt conversation about motherhood, healing, and starting over.

Joy shares how writing became her lifeline during the loneliness of COVID—late‑night journaling, emotional letters to her daughter Chloe, and the moment she realised there were no books to help children navigate meeting a new partner . So she wrote one herself, first as a love letter to Chloe, and later as a story she hoped could help other children in blended families feel seen and supported.

The episode explores the courage it took to publish something so personal, the four‑year journey to bring the book to life, and the strength Joy found in returning to her parents’ home—a place filled with love, culture, and the “village” that helped her rebuild.

A warm, honest, uplifting conversation about change, family, and the power of creating something meaningful from a difficult chapter.

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In this episode, Lisa shares a funny start to her week—living without a lamp and relying on the TV for light—before diving into a powerful reminder of what it truly means to be rich. She reflects on how our real wealth comes from time, love, and the people who choose to share their lives with us.

A vivid dream about her beloved Nan brings emotion and nostalgia, reminding her that memories, connection, and the love we carry are the richest treasures we have. Lisa closes with an uplifting message: you are important, you are loved, and you are already rich in all the ways that matter.

This week on Miss Brightside – The Power of Positivity, we’re doing something a little different… we’re having a good old-fashioned rant. Because yes, I’m all about optimism — but sometimes the most positive thing you can do is let the frustration out of your system.

From snoring husbands during night feeds, to unsolicited parenting advice, LED headlights that could perform laser eye surgery, sun‑bed hoggers, toilet‑roll offenders, and Kevin breathing down your neck in the supermarket queue… we cover the everyday irritations that unite us all.

It’s funny, it’s relatable, and honestly? It’s cathartic.

This episode is your reminder to release the pressure valve, have a rant, have a rave, and feel lighter for it. Deep breath… and go.

In today’s episode, we kick things off with a quick reminder about Clare’s Law—the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme in England and Wales. It’s there to help you stay safe by letting you request information from the police if you’re worried about a partner’s past. A simple search for “Clare’s Law DVDS” will give you everything you need.

Then we switch gears and dive into the fun stuff: my legendary dating nicknames. From Thermal Curtains to Seven Foot Man, my friends and I had a name for everyone. Today’s story? Barry Island—my first-ever date at 19

in future episodes, you get to choose the story: Seven Foot Man, Thermal Curtains, Robo‑Arm, Bob the Car Man, or The Rock Climber.

And don’t worry — the Catfish story is coming later in the year. Trust me, it’s worth the wait.

In this episode of Miss Brightside – Power of Positivity, Lisa dives into the pressures surrounding Valentine’s Day and reminds us that love isn’t limited to romance. She explores the idea of platonic soulmates.

Lisa opens up about her own journey — years of being single, learning who she was, refusing to settle, and discovering the power of self-love. She talks honestly about the emotional ups and downs, the temptation to accept less than you deserve, and the empowerment that comes from setting boundaries and enjoying your own company.

This episode encourages listeners to release the pressure to be in a relationship, to value the friendships and family bonds that shape us, and to prioritise healing and loving ourselves first. Romance is wonderful, but it isn’t everything — and love in all its forms deserves to be celebrated.

In this episode, Lisa kicks things off with a lighthearted millennial confession: after years of loyalty to invisible trainer socks, she’s finally said “RIP” to short socks and embraced the long white sock era.

From there, she dives into a powerful lesson from her mentor: do things despite the good opinion of others. Lisa explores how people will always have something to say — about your choices, your career, your appearance, your relationships — but their approval isn’t required. She unpacks the pressure to fit in, the illusion of perfection on social media, and the myth of being “lucky” when hard work is what really built your life.

She also talks about the moment when early cheerleading can shift into jealousy, and why other people’s comments — whether it’s about your sofa or your success — are none of their business. With her signature humour, she reminds listeners that “if you were everybody’s cup of tea, you’d be a mug.”

The episode closes with a heartfelt reminder to live your own life, stop stressing about Auntie Sharon’s opinion, and surround yourself with people who genuinely care. Dream big, reach for the stars, and don’t let anyone else’s views steer your path.

In this episode, Miss Brightside encourages listeners to spend less on “stuff” and more on making memories. She shares funny stories about resisting materialism — from living with painted floorboards instead of buying stair carpet, to accidentally painting her stairs a random colour

She explains her adult reward chart, where she gives herself one “gold sticker” a month by doing something joyful

She reminds listeners that we rarely remember old gifts, but we do remember the people and the laughter — like her favourite Christmas memory with her nan, where everyone wore tea towels on their heads and laughed until they cried.

Her message is simple: Choose experiences over things. Make memories, big or small. Fill your year with joy.

She invites listeners to share their own favourite memories on Instagram and ends with encouragement to get out, do something that makes your heart happy, and celebrate making it through January.

In this uplifting episode, Lisa explores how music can instantly shift your mood and transport you back to your favourite moments. From car‑karaoke belters to festival anthems in the pouring rain, she shares the songs that shaped her happiest memories — including a chaotic rickshaw ride in Edinburgh and childhood Spice Girls catwalks.

It’s a joyful reminder to turn up your favourite tune, sing at full blast, and let music work its magic. Lisa invites listeners to share the songs that take them back and the stories behind them.