Brighten Your Day
Exhausted by negativity? Start a ripple of positivity. In each episode host Lisa Hylton, Chief Positivity Officer, shares three things that have brightened her day. Then her guest shares three things that have brightened theirs. Let’s increase positivity and make some waves!
Episodes
50 episodes
Worldwide Positivity Ripples
A celebration and some news after a year of podcasting positivity! Thank you for making this journey possible. All episodes will remain on your favorite podcast platform, and you can also hear them on
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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4:33
The Cherry Blossoms Arrive
Spring is here, and the cherry blossoms are in full bloom! I talk about that and one fantastic chicken recipe that will make you want to marry the cook...at least that is implied. My guest is Gail Scoates, a retired nurse, a therapy dog evaluat...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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18:18
That's Lenny
Our family got a pug! More on that in this episode. I also talk about the joy of turning 50. Yes, I said, JOY! My guest is Mark Doughty. He is a senior learning business partner with KPMG in the United Kingdom. Mark talks about his quirky labra...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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22:00
Dolly and Lola
This week, a little about Dolly Parton! I also share my thoughts on Steven Spielberg's film adaptation of West Side Story. Tonight! Tonight! The world is full of light! My guest is Tony Rosendahl, who works in Publishing and Distributi...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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17:34
It's Not Always Sunny in Salem
I want to take a moment and acknowledge that things are not okay in the world right now. To ignore this and only talk about the good things in life is toxic. Also important to recognize is that happiness is between us, not just within us. My gu...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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18:16
Brian and the Jets
Today, it is about the joys of family, health, performing live music after a long hiatus, and reconnecting with old teachers. Also, puppies! My guest is a neighbor I grew up with in Fairbanks, Alaska who has made his living in ice hockey. Brian...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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18:31
At the Beach by the Sea
This week I talk about a wonderful trip my husband and I take each winter to the Oregon Coast. Just the two of us. This time to a town we don't just pass through. My guest is longtime friend Amy Johnson, the vice chancellor for student affairs ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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20:44
Simple, Beautiful Things
Today, we talk about simple, beautiful things that give us joy. I share thoughts about the music from a movie I recently watched and describe the antics of my daughter's beloved stuffed bunny, FooFoo. My guest is someone I have known half my li...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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21:11
GOATs and Games
In this episode I talk about the GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) of women's soccer and one of the greatest players, female or male, to grace the pitch, Christine Sinclair. My guest is Dr. David Foster, a professor in the Department of Psychological...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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20:26
Sisters From Different Misters
Welcome to Season 3 of Brighten Your Day, where I focus on the importance of social connections and the positive effect relationships can have on our well-being. My guest is Jessica Murfin. She is a partnerships specialist at Western O...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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21:25
Season 3 Trailer
I'm taking a break in January to recharge and plot Season 3. Brighten Your Day returns in February 2022. While you're waiting, catch up on any episodes you may have missed from last year. Talk to you soon! Please feel free...
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Season 3
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0:18
The Happy Wrap
It is my final show of the year and the last episode of Season 2. Yes, 2021 was another difficult year, but there was a lot of joy, too. This week I talk about love, snow, and how to make homemade shave ice from the roof. (Wait...what?!) My gue...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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19:09
A Silent Night (and Pugs)
Christmas is here! I recently took Aria and my mom to the Eugene Ballet's performance of The Nutcracker. I have some thoughts on that. Also, we made the decision to bring home a pug sometime in late 2022. Everyone is excited...even Cla...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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10:16
Fire Escapes and Mount Everest
Today, a little on fire escapes and what they represent away from the obvious. Also, I share a bit about my dad on the anniversary of his passing. My guest is Vonda Van Rooyen, a director of implementation and planning services. Vonda talks abo...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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19:38
Treat Trifecta...and Squash
Today, what I call the Christmas trifecta of treats and then a story about the new alarm clock my mother has that can wake the dead...or at least the hearing impaired. My guest is Donna Montoya, the assistant director of career development at L...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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18:36
Holidays Are Here!
This week, I talk turkey...and muffins and Christmas markets. My guest is Talon Wood, a senior IT analyst with the state of Oregon. He discusses making kālua pork from a whole pig in his backyard imu (underground oven)! Road trips and holiday d...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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17:05
Much Thanks
In the United States, it is a day to fully embrace gratitude. Join me as I talk about a few things, fun and serious, that I am thankful for. Accompanying me is Blythe Stephens, dance educator and coach. Blythe lives in Cologne, Germany and shar...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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17:38
Faith, Family, and Fastypants
While studying psychological safety and trust, I came upon the movie, Sully, which demonstrates how these factors work in a life-and-death situation. I dive into that on today’s show. Also, on the lighter side, a little talk on recipes...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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16:38
Life's Highway Has Many Off-ramps
This week I delve into affinity spaces (sounds serious but is pretty cool) and send out an SOS for a clean oven. My guest is Erin Molyneaux, business owner, philanthropist, and active member in the Salem, Oregon community. Being a successful bu...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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17:08
Foodies, Scribes, and...ABBA?
Today I talk a lot about food, thanks to actor Stanley Tucci. Pull up a chair to the table! Also, the first cassette tape I ever owned, waaaay back in 1982, was by ABBA. To my delight, they are back on the scene...digging the dancing queen! My ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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18:38
Facials and Mushrooms
While getting a facial recently, I saw a lovely idea for showing gratitude. I share that with you in this week’s episode. My guest is Greg Gonzales, a locksmith at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon. Greg speaks about his love of autumn, es...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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15:15
Gratitude at the Harvest Festival
In this episode adventures and kindness are found at the E.Z. Orchards HarvestFest in Salem, Oregon. My guest is Rebecca Craven, senior analyst with Business Oregon. Fun fact: Early in her tech career, she programmed some of the first generatio...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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17:11
White Knuckle Drop-offs and Respite
This week, I learn to enjoy dropping off my daughter at school, in spite of traffic mayhem. So much morning absurdity! Also, I travel back to the 1980s and discover hope for the future. My guest is Julie Vaughn, executive support to the inspect...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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17:00
Decluttering and Drinks
In this episode I talk with fellow state of Oregon employee Shauna Tobiasson, a senior analyst on the centralized Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Shauna is a recent convert to minimalism. Topics include decluttering and drinks...not ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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18:42