Miss Brightside

In this episode, Lisa shares a light‑hearted update on her week from the joy of finishing her veneer journey to the unexpected twist of being put straight back into 24‑hour retainers (ulcer and all). Lisa says a walk around Cyfarthfa Park brought back memories of her year‑seven PE trauma, but also reminded her how far she’s come. She then introduces the 10‑10‑10 rule, a simple mindset tool that’s been helping her pause, reflect, and take the emotion out of everyday decisions. Lisa says it’s a tiny shift with a big impact, and one she hopes will help others

A light‑hearted chat about mixing up Alexa and Siri names leads Lisa into a deeper reflection on family stories, the “three‑generation rule,” and why we should live boldly, dream big, and stop worrying about other people’s opinions. She encourages listeners to keep their loved ones’ memories alive, chase their own dreams, and share their stories because no life is ever boring.

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This week’s episode is all about the tiny proactive habits that make life feel calmer, lighter, and a little more in control. After a fun moment singing The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air at a hen party — and realising a whole generation doesn’t know the full theme tune. Lisa shares how this sparked a bigger reflection on your own patterns of firefighting and last‑minute chaos in everyday life

Lisa open up about recognising ADHD traits and how easily distraction and procrastination can take over, like tidying one minute and washing the bin the next. But the hear...

In this funny and wonderfully chaotic episode, Lisa kicks things off with “the dyslexic alphabet”

She then shares a hilariously traumatic story about the time she picked up her shampoo bottle in the shower and discovered something in her hand a moment so terrifying her “soul left her body” as she scrambled out of the shower and staged a full Hunger Games showdown armed with a hairspray can

Shifting gears, Lisa reflects on the importance of boredom how letting your mind wander can spark creativity, calm, and clarity. She introduces her “boredom detox,” encouraging listeners to ditch dev...

In this light‑hearted and wonderfully relatable episode, Lisa returns with stories from her week —starting with the heartbreak of not winning the McVitie’s chocolate biscuit competition, despite full confidence. From biscuit loyalty to supporting small local Instagram pages, she shares the tiny joys and tiny disappointments that make up everyday life.

This week’s walk brings a new revelation: owl legs. Yes — owl legs. After a hilarious group chat discovery, Lisa encourages listeners to Google them immediately for a guaranteed giggle.

The heart of the episode dives into something deeper: Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and...

In this uplifting and wonderfully relatable episode, Lisa unveils an exciting new chapter: a full rebrand to Miss Brightside a space that still celebrates positivity, but also welcomes the real, messy, everyday moments we all move through.

She shares the small victories of her week, including finally conquering her chaotic carbon monoxide alarm, and the stress of dishwasher stacking. From there, the conversation flows into the unpredictable UK weather, how it affects our mood and energy.

During her daily walks, Lisa reflects on how adults often lose the childlike wonder that makes life magical. Through...

In this uplifting episode, Miss Brightside shares her week of getting back into movement—from gym sessions in oversized tees to hitting 10,000 steps a day and rediscovering the joy that arrives once the endorphins kick in

She then tells the now‑legendary tale of “Susan,” a Facebook Marketplace seller who reacted very passionately to a cheeky offer on a second‑hand walking pad. What begins as a funny story becomes a gentle reminder that we never truly know what someone else is carrying. Some of us are “walking in the shadows,” and some are “walking in the sun”

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In this week’s episode, Lisa opens up about feeling unmotivated and a bit disorganized, reflecting honestly on how even joyful projects can lose momentum. She considers a small rebrand—from Miss Brightside: The Power of Positivity to simply Miss Brightside Podcast—to give herself more freedom to talk about real life as it happens.

She shares her recent struggle with imposter syndrome, describing moments at work where she doubted her abilities and reminding listeners that talking about these feelings is one of the best ways to overcome them. As she says in the episode, “the more we talk...

Life Updates, Wild Taxi Tales & A Reminder to Celebrate How Far You’ve Come

In this uplifting episode, Lisa returns—voice finally restored—and brings a mix of laughter, chaos, and heartfelt reflection. From discovering a TikTok cooking hack that turns slow‑roasted onions into a what?, to dancing the night away at an R&B orchestra in Cardiff, it’s been a week full of surprises.

But the real curveball? An unforgettable Uber ride home, where the driver shared jaw‑dropping stories from his past travels—including surviving imprisonment abroad. His resilience sparks a deeper convers...

In this uplifting episode, Lisa chats with her caravan bestie Leanne Evans, whose journey from young mum to successful beauty business owner is nothing short of inspiring. Leanne opens up about becoming a parent at 19, rebuilding her confidence, returning to college as a mature student, and slowly crafting a career that fits her family, her passions, and her wellbeing.

She shares how manifestation — especially talking to the universe under the full moon — helped her navigate tough moments, grow her business, and even spot meaningful signs like her angel number, 11. From mobile treatments to a home salon, to open...

In this solo episode, Miss Brightside returns with her signature honesty, humour, and heart. She opens up about a jeans‑shopping meltdown, sharing how trying “every single pair of blue jeans in M&S” left her feeling frustrated before reminding listeners that “it’s not your body that’s the issue, it’s the jeans.”

From there, she dives into April Affirmations—how she learned to put intentions into the world, from manifesting a new job to calling in the right kind of partner. This leads to a hilarious and heartfelt retelling of two unforgettable dating stories: Robocop Arm and Bl...

In this deeply personal episode, Lisa sits down with her mam to continue an honest, heart‑warming conversation about her decades‑long nursing career and the parallel journey of motherhood. Together, they explore the realities of shift work, the transition from hospital wards to community nursing, and the unexpected joy and balance that came with it. As her mum shares, “When I entered community… it just brought me alive. It just changed my life entirely.”

The episode moves through stories of raising children while navigating demanding schedules, the guilt many mothers feel, and the reassurance that love — not perfecti...

In this week’s episode, Pam takes us deeper into her incredible journey from the knicker factory to the hospital wards. She shares what nursing training looked like in the 70s — walking miles with heavy baskets of books, earning just £24 a month, and learning everything hands‑on, bed by bed.

We talk about the old‑school wards, the realities of women’s health back then, the lack of screening, and the courage it took for patients to seek help. There are laughs too what is the steriliser??, the legendary “donkin” , and the sister who collected every...

This episode is a heartfelt conversation between Lisa and her mam, tracing her journey from leaving school at 15 with no qualifications to beginning her path in nursing.

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In this heartfelt follow‑up episode of The Power of Positivity Podcast, Lisa welcomes Joy back to continue their conversation—this time diving deeper into womanhood, emotional load, boundaries, and the realities of modern life. They begin by celebrating Joy’s beautifully illustrated children’s book The Day I Met Someone New, exploring why the story centres Chloe’s perspective and avoids defining the “new person” with a face—making the book universally relatable for any child navigating change.

From there, the conversation opens into an honest, funny, and deeply relatable discussion about the pressures women carry: the invisible me...

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 late...

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...

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 honestl...

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 firs...

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 pres...

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...

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...

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.

In the latest episode of Miss Brightside – Power of Positivity, Lisa leans into the theme of regret—but not in the way you might expect.

🌟 Bonus Episode: From Mona Lisa to Miss Brightside

In this special bonus episode, Lisa opens up about the journey behind her positivity. Far from being “sunshine and rainbows” all her life, she reflects on her anxious teenage years, her nickname Mona Lisa for constant whinging, and the struggles of finding her place in the world.

She shares candid stories of early jobs that tested her resilience, the painful experience of being dismissed as “lonely” during a probation review, and the turning point of finding a supportive team who mentored her with patience and kindness. Most importantly...

🍰 Episode Summary: Eat Dessert First

In this week’s episode, Lisa flips the script on routine and explores the joy of “eating dessert first”—both literally and metaphorically. From the endless cycle of laundry and the quirks of adulting to the hilarious discovery that peas don’t actually need an hour to cook, she shares candid reflections on how we’re all just winging it through life.

Listeners will laugh along at relatable struggles (like day drinking done right and the eternal washing‑powder‑drawer mystery), while also being reminded of the freedoms adulthood brings: saying no, choosing...

In this debut episode of Miss Brightside – Power of Positivity, Lisa shares her honest take on why January can feel overwhelming and how to resist the pressure of resolutions, fad diets, and fitness algorithms. From gym stories to snack-fuelled confessions, she reminds us that self-kindness matters more than chasing unrealistic expectations.

Lisa encourages listeners to:

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✨ Episode Summary

Woo-hoo, we’ve made it to episode two! In this short but powerful chat, Lisa dives into the world of mood Hoovers—those people who unintentionally drain your energy and leave you feeling exhausted. From “Negative Nellies” at work events to friends who don’t realize their impact, Lisa shares her own experiences of being the “buffer” and how she’s learned to protect her energy without losing her kindness.

This episode is all about self-awareness, boundaries, and recharging your soul so you can keep showing up as your best self.

💡 Key Takeaways

Welcome to your weekly dose of sunshine! Hosted by Lisa Jones, Miss Brightside is a short solo podcast designed to help you start your week with a smile and a fresh perspective. From letting go of the people who live rent-free in your mind to embracing the joy of eating dessert first, Lisa shares bite-sized reflections that celebrate the little things and spark positivity.

New episodes drop every Monday, with occasional guest appearances — but mostly, it’s just Lisa and her radiant outlook lighting up your day. Available worldwide on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more.