Project Brightside
In our podcast ”Project Brightside” we cover all sorts of topics and we always look on the bright side, even when things are looking pretty dark. The first eight episodes of our podcast will be the “Meet the Owners Edition.” Our podcast categories include: Society & Culture, Education, and TV & Film.
In our podcast ”Project Brightside” we cover all sorts of topics and we always look on the bright side, even when things are looking pretty dark. The first eight episodes of our podcast will be the “Meet the Owners Edition.” Our podcast categories include: Society & Culture, Education, and TV & Film.
Episodes

Oct 12, 2025
Oct 12, 2025
38 min
Join us for Episode 12 of Project Brightside Season 2, featuring Dr. Nicole Cheung, PharmD, BCPS, and Assistant Professor. In this episode, Dr. Cheung shares her inspiring journey in pharmacy, highlighting the dedication, expertise, and empathy that drive her work in patient care and education.
Then, don’t miss the Bright Talk segment, “Ambulatory Care and Pharmacy Practice,” where Dr. Cheung offers an inside look at the evolving world of pharmacy, the importance of patient-centered care, and the vital role pharmacists play in today’s healthcare system.
🎙️ Note: This episode was recorded during the summer, when Dr. Cheung joined us to reflect on her experiences and insights into the changing landscape of pharmacy practice.
This is an insightful and uplifting conversation you won’t want to miss!

Aug 15, 2025
Aug 15, 2025
58 min
Join us for Episode 11 of Project Brightside Season 2, featuring Tachina Emile, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Registered Nurse. In this episode, Tachina shares her inspiring journey in healthcare, highlighting the passion, resilience, and compassion that fuel her work. Then, stay tuned for the Bright Talk segment, “A Day in the Life of a Labor Nurse,” where Tachina offers an inside look at the realities, rewards, and challenges of supporting families through one of life’s most transformative moments. You won’t want to miss this heartfelt and eye-opening episode.

May 13, 2025
May 13, 2025
44 min
Join us for Episode 10 of Project Brightside Season 2, featuring Leslie Perez- Master of International Business and founder of B.A.B.Y. and She Moves! In this episode, Leslie shares her powerful journey of entrepreneurship, wellness, and community empowerment. Then, stick around for the Bright Talk segment, where Leslie, Dr. Shelby Flohr, and Richard Brito, MSW, dive into the important conversation around pregnancy and exercise- breaking down myths, promoting movement, and encouraging balance during motherhood. Don't miss this motivating and meaningful episode!

May 1, 2025
May 1, 2025
33 min
Join us for Episode 9 of Project Brightside Season 2, featuring rising Miami-based artist and producer Lucas Home! In this episode, get to know Lucas as he sits down with Dr. Shelby Flohr and Richard Brito, MSW, to share his creative journey and rise in the music scene. Then, don’t miss the Bright Talk segment, where they dive into the challenges and opportunities of navigating the music industry as an emerging artist and producer in Miami. Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation!

Apr 21, 2025
Apr 21, 2025
52 min
Join us for the 8th episode of Project Brightside Season 2, featuring special guest Dr. Ravi David Yarid, DO and Assistant Professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine at PCOM! In this episode, get to know him as he teams up with Dr. Shelby Flohr and Richard Brito, MSW, as they discuss his journey in the medical field. Then, stay tuned for an insightful discussion on this episode’s Bright Talk segment: Osteopathic Medicine and Integration of AI into Health Practice. Don’t miss this inspiring and informative conversation!

Apr 3, 2025
Apr 3, 2025
26 min
Join us for the 7th episode of Project Brightside Season 2, Guest Starring Elisabeth Marie, Graduate Student at FSU College of Education! She joins Dr. Shelby Flohr and Richard Brito, MSW, as they get real about college life and mental health. In this episode’s Bright Talk segment, the group explores the intersection between music and mental health education. Don't miss this amazing conversation!

Mar 17, 2025
Mar 17, 2025
33 min
Join us for the 6th episode of Project Brightside Season 2, featuring Yen Lam, Master of Health Administration and Interim Director of Student Health Services at FAMU! She joins Dr. Shelby Flohr and Richard Brito, MSW, for an insightful discussion. In this episode’s Bright Talk segment, Dr. Shelby and Richard Brito explore the critical issue of food insecurity and its connection to environmental science. Don't miss this engaging conversation!
Resources:
https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/resources
https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank

Feb 28, 2025
Feb 28, 2025
36 min
Joseph Reosti, Founder & Attorney at The Law Office of Joseph O. Reosti, joins Dr. Shelby Flohr & Richard Brito, MSW for the 5th episode of Season 2 of Project Brightside! In this episode, join Dr. Shelby and Richard Brito as they learn more about drug addiction and mental health issues in criminal defense, and rehabilitation and reintegration into a productive society: a call to action, during this week's Bright Talk segment.

Jan 31, 2025
Jan 31, 2025
49 min
Dr. Samantha Thompson, Clinical Pharmacist & Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice joins Dr. Shelby Flohr & Richard Brito, MSW for the 4th episode of Season 2 of Project Brightside! In this episode, join Dr. Shelby and Richard Brito as they learn more about the power of self-love through the implementation of science and art perspectives during this week's Bright Talk segment.

Dec 21, 2024
Dec 21, 2024
45 min
Dr. Fran Close, full Professor of Behavioral Sciences and Health Education, joins Dr. Shelby Flohr & Richard Brito, MSW for the 3rd episode of Season 2 of Project Brightside! In this episode, join Dr. Shelby and Richard Brito as they learn more about day to day life of a University Professor during this week's Bright Talk segment.







