Inspirational Stories Episodes
Movies that Heal: How Films Help Personal Well-being
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Ever wondered how movies can serve as a beacon of hope and a means of personal healing? Join me, Bettina Brown, as I share an enriching conversation with Phil Strangolagali, the author of "Jesus Loves Movies." Phil's heartfelt jou…
Guiding Steps to a Wealthier and Healthier Lifestyle
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Discover what it really means to achieve financial freedom in our milestone 200th episode! Not only do we promise to help you build a more positive and empowering relationship with money, but we also bring you insights from the in…
Merle Saferstein: Painting Life’s Story Through Legacy Journaling
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Join me and my special guest, Merle Saferstein, as we unpack an incredible journey through the past and, ultimately, into the future. Imagine documenting your life's journey, the ups, the downs, the lessons learned, and then trans…
The power of perseverance: Why Drue (Leyton) Tartiere's Courage is a …
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Jane Healy's Good Night from Paris introduces the remarkable story of Drue (Leyton) Tartiere, who lived a lavish life in Hollywood before discovering her true love. In 1938, she relocated to Paris with him, at the dawn of WWII com…
Healing from Childhood Trauma: Key Strategies for Building Healthy Re…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In a recent episode of the "In the Rising" podcast, host Bettina M. Brown interviewed Riana Milne, a certified global life and love trauma recovery coach. The conversation revolved around the impact of childhood trauma on our adul…
How Susannah Cahalan's Battle Against Autoimmune Encephalitis Changed…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In 2009, Susannah Cahalan was only the 217th person diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis. Susannah went through an long month of numbness, seizures, head...
How to Love Yourself: Lessons from Ofusu Jones-Quartery's "Love Your …
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Love Your Amazing Self! Truth! In this season of gift-giving, thanksgiving and joy, it is also important to remember that we should give thanks to the one person that we tend to forget. Ourselves! Learning to appreciate what you h…
Episode 172 | Michaell Magrutsche Discusses the Importance of Art and…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. I invite you to listen to Michaell Magrutsche's conversation with me on the Importance of Art and Creativity. Michaell Magrutsche is an Austrian-Californian multimedia Artist, educator, author of 5 art-related books, podcaster, co…
Susan DeLorenzo: Inspiring Lessons from a Two-Time Breast Cancer Surv…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of "In the Rising Podcast," host Bettina Brown speaks with Susan DeLorenzo, who shares how being diagnosed with invasive breast cancer changed the trajectory of her life. DeLorenzo had previously undergone a lumpec…
Author Philippa Gregory onThe Art of Being, Importance of Sisterhood,…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of "The Rising Podcast," host Bettina M Brown interviews renowned author Philippa Gregory. Together, they delve into a fascinating conversation about the art of being, the importance of sisterhood, and the love for…
Justin Skinner on Changing the Perspective of Failure and Success
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of the In the Rising podcast, host Bettina Brown welcomes guest Justin Skinner to discuss the power of changing our perspective on failure and success. Bettina introduces Justin as someone who shares his personal a…
When the Canary that Speaks of Danger- Bullying by Kayla Taylor
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of the In the Rising podcast, host Bettina M Brown interviews Kayla Taylor about her book "Canaries Among Us: A Mother's Quest to Honor Her Child's Individuality in a Culture Determined to Negate It". The conversat…
Chancellor Jackson- from 14 Days in a Beijing Jail to Author and Coach
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of the In the Rising podcast, host Bettina Brown welcomes guest Chancellor Jackson, who shares his inspiring story of transformation and personal growth. The episode titled "Chancellor Jackson- from 14 Days in a Be…
Episode 162| EA Csolkovits Shares How "Givers" Create More Fulfilled …
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. EA Csolcovits is such an interesting guest to have on a show. He has energy and he has the most wonderful stories. And those stories are full of conviction, passion and curiousity! EA, has he is often referred to as, is a curious …
Episode 160 | Shaunna Edwards and Alyson Richman Build Connection and…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Two women, Shaunna Edwards and Alyson Richman collaborate on a book, The Thread Collectors, a mix of historical fiction, love and connection. Shaunna Edwards received her BA in literature from Harvard College and a JD from NYU Sch…
Episode 157: Krystal Jakosky on Owning Your Self-Care
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Krystal Jakosky is an author and writer who lives in the incredible state of Colorado. She feels joy and happiness and takes on each day with intention. She has learned to take in every experience with a "yes, and" - Yes this is h…
Episode 155: Jen Nash Shares the Link Between Connection and Personal…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Jen Nash is an executive coach, speaker and author, who enjoys talking about building small connections to gain incredible outcomes. Jen calls herself a Connector In Chief, and shares many of the ideas from her book - an Amazon Be…
Episode 148: Caramel Lucas- Growing from Shy to Improv
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Caramel Lucas' story is great. She was a shy young girl, but grew up to really love the skin she is in and face her fears. She attributes the love of her family for this, and the confidence and love that she received. Caramel Luca…
Episode 147: Allison Raskin Opens Up About Dating While Navigating He…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. OVERTHINKING ABOUT YOU: Navigating Romantic Relationships When You Have Anxiety, OCD, &/or Depression By ALLISON RASKIN ALLISON RASKIN is a New York Times bestselling author. She is also the co-host of the popular podcast Just…
Finding Healing and Empowerment: Cheryl Ilov's Journey from Trauma to…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Cheryl Ilov is an incredible woman. I am so thrilled that I had the opportunity to speak with her. She shares her story with vibrance, grace and a zeal for life. In this episode she shares how a traumatic experience shaped her lif…
Episode 143: Aunia Kahn Uses Art to Heal Others and Herself and Trauma
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Aunia Kahn's work in trauma and mental health has grown over the years and has created a launching pad for the Healing Art Creatively Program. Art and trauma-related work first came together as a passion and purpose with her caree…
Episode 141: Doug Lawrence and the Gift of Mentorship
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. “You need a mentor!” Perhaps you have heard these words somewhere along your career path as well. But, what makes a good mentor? Most people would describe a mentor as someone who “has been there and done that,” and now is sharing…
Episode 138: James Crews, Poet: Sharing The Path to Kindness via Writ…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. April is National Poetry Month. Why does this matter? Well, in the way that music can change a feeling in someones heart and change their mood, poetry has the same ability. Ne research shows that poetry is very powerful- not just …
Episode 136: Alison Katschkowsky from CU Fitness on Self Care and Hea…
Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Alison has been in the fitness industry for most of her life--a former athlete and competitor! She has also been an entrepreneur for over 20 years with a M...