Because You’re Worth It with L’Oreal Paris USA President Ali Goldstein

Eve Rodsky authored “Fair Play,” a book and card deck designed to help people dive deeper into essential conversations around household equity. After a powerful discussion with Eve in a recent episode, Simone and Daniel take the opportunity to play the “Fair Play” card game, exploring personal stories about gift-giving and breakfast traditions that reveal the unseen emotional labor in family dynamics. Eve shares her insights on how the game not only helps redistribute household tasks but also fosters deeper understanding between partners!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beyoncé drops her Levi’s, Sabrina Carpenter critics need to move on, and autumn rings in merlot nails and other cozy fashion vibes. Here to get into all that and more is Julissa Bermudez, former host of “106 & Park,” star of “Empire Girls,” and the founder of República Skin. She asks the important questions, like why drink a smoothie from a deodorant brand? And how did Beyoncé fit into those Levi’s to begin with?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After starting her path there as an intern in 2001, Ali Goldstein is now the president of L'Oreal Paris USA, one of the world’s most recognizable brands. She joins the show to dig into the surprising origin and powerful legacy of the iconic tagline “Because I’m Worth It,” and its enduring impact on women's empowerment. She also touches on L'Oreal’s Women of Worth program, which honors extraordinary women making a difference in their communities. Plus, join Simone and Danielle in celebrating the new class of the Hello Sunshine Collective, and their exciting journey ahead!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One in eight American women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. In this first Wellness Wednesday of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we talk with renowned breast cancer surgeon and women’s health advocate, Dr. Kristi Funk, about the latest research on prevention and the critical importance of early detection. Dr. Funk sheds light the things within our control when it comes to breast cancer risk — including diet, weight, harmful chemicals, and drinking.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JoJo is known for her chart-topping hits like “Leave (Get Out)” and “Too Little Too Late,” and she’s back in the spotlight with her powerful new memoir, Over the Influence. JoJo opens up about her journey through the music industry — from her meteoric rise at just 13, the challenges that silenced her voice for years, and the peace she’s been able to find (and protect).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and Simone celebrate an author from Reese's Book Club with an all new installment of Shelf Life. Author and contributing New York Times opinion writer Margaret Renkel joins the show to talk about her book The Comfort of Crows. She was Reese Witherspoon's high school English teacher and she shares what she remembers of Reese as a student as well as her love of literature and the power of paying attention to nature in our digital world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle and Simone discuss this week’s pop culture stories with Amanda Kloots, co-host of “The Talk” and moderator on Live from the Other Side with Tyler Henry. What’s the best way to connect with your child-free friends? And is sharing gum with your partner hot or not? Simone, Danielle, and Amanda weigh in. Check out our episode with Michaela Jaé’ here! And click here for more information on the Elle open casting call. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Natasha Rothwell has gone from the writer’s room at “Saturday Night Live” to on-screen roles in HBO’s “Insecure” and “The White Lotus” to becoming a leading lady in her own show, Hulu’s “How to Die Alone.” Natasha joins the Bright Side to discuss her newest series, why she wants to give people a character to root for, and how it’s a humbling thing to have your dream come true in front of people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is self-reliance? And how can it be used as a tool in the workplace and in life? On today’s Wellness Wednesday segment, global communications strategist and author of “7 Rules of Self-Reliance” Maha Abouelenein breaks down the rules of building self-reliance and puts them into practice for Danielle and Simone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A decade ago, Laverne Cox burst on to the scene with her role as Sophia Burset on Netflix’s “Orange is the New Black,” becoming the first openly transgender actress to be nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in an acting category. This month, Laverne stars in the Netflix film “Uglies,” a dystopian story set in a future society where everyone undergoes extreme cosmetic surgery at the age of 16 to become “pretty.” Laverne joins the Bright Side to discuss her latest role, her changing perceptions of beauty standards, and how at 52, she is saying “yes to life.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.