Nostalgia Explained: History, Dangers, and What Makes Us Nostalgic

Nostalgia! Why does it make us sad? Is nostalgia dangerous?

Julie takes the girls through the history of the actual word nostalgia and how drastically it's meaning has changed since 1688. Ashley and Amber weigh in on what nostalgia means to them. They all share a time for which they are nostalgic. They discuss how nostalgia is used against us plebs by brands and politicians. Nostalgia can be dangerous! But what IS the brighter side of nostalgia... tune in to find out.  Eddie and Amber interview old buddy, Joel Walkowski, about his new book "Honolulu Blues". 

The Brighter Side finds the positive light in this horror show we call Earth, a cynic’s look at optimism. So put down the gun, stay outta that church, and spark up a joint, because everything is going to be alright. We promise. For real. Just chill.

Hosted by Ed Larson, Amber Nelson, Ashley Brooke Roberts, and Julie Rosing.

Theme song by the Cowmen. Logo by Dave Koehler.

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