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The Uplifters
The Uplifters Podcast features inspiring conversations with midlife women making big, brave moves in the second half of their lives. Each episode includes brain science and research on how to work with (not against) your midlife brain, body, and resources + tips and tools for designing your boldest second half of life!
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Episodes
The UpliftersFirst Latina NYC DOE Chancellor is Ensuring Schools Support Every Child
Episode Description: Meet Melissa Aviles-Ramos, Chancellor of New York City Public Schools – the youngest and first Latina to lead the nation's largest school…
The UpliftersDeshi Singh and The Chamber of Mothers
Episode Description: Deshi Singh went from Wall Street finance executive to co-founding Chamber of Mothers, a national nonprofit that's united 45 chapters…
The UpliftersThe Recruiter Who Started a Restaurant and a Global Tech Platform to Provide Workers with Dignity
Episode Description: Holly Diamond arrived in New York with $400 and a dream, faced the heartbreak of job searching during the 2009 recession, and eventually…
The UpliftersFrom Chief Product Officer to Founder: How Alex Stried Built the Parenting Support Platform Every Family Needs
Episode Description Join host Aransas Savas as she reconnects with Alex Stried, former Chief Product Officer at Cerebral who left her executive role to…
The UpliftersDina Berrin Put all Her (Tarot) Cards on the Table: A Former Executive Who Traded Sales Targets for Soul Work
This Week’s Featured Uplifter: Dina Berrin Dina Berrin is a professional intuitive and coach, but her journey from corporate sales executive to master tarot…
The UpliftersWhy Your Team Keeps Having the Same Fight (And How to Finally Fix It)
How to Stop Taking Everyone's Stress Personally | 5,000-Year-Old Secret to Better Relationships | Carey DavidsonEver wonder why some people drain your energy…
The UpliftersIt's Time for a 1 Girl Revolution
Hi! New here? Welcome to the Uplifters! I'm Aransas Savas. I've spent the last 20 years at the intersection of behavior change research and coaching. On The…
The UpliftersFrom Teacher to Mindfulness Entrepreneur with Vanessa Hutchinson-Szekely
Episode Description In this inspiring episode of The Uplifters Podcast, host Aransas Savas sits down with Vanessa Hutchinson-Szekely, a California-French…
The UpliftersBuilding Your Abundance Mindset: What's in Your Luggage with Karisma Jay
Episode 117 Episode Description Host Aransas Savas sits down with multihyphenate artist Karisma Jay to explore how to build an abundance mindset even when…
The UpliftersFrom One-on-One to One Million: How a Trauma Therapist Became a Tech Founder Fighting the Housing Crisis
Meet Emily Levin, who made a stunning career pivot from trauma therapist to tech co-founder, creating AI solutions for the affordable housing crisis. In this…
The UpliftersPlaying Big with Mahogany L. Browne
Guest: Mahogany L. Browne - Award-winning writer, playwright, organizer, educator, Lincoln Center's inaugural poet in residence, and founder of the Woke Baby…
The UpliftersWhat Are Tears Without Action? An Interior Designer Who Built a National Nonprofit on Faith and Polka Dots
Episode Description In 2006, Terry Grahl received a simple phone call asking if she'd volunteer to paint one wall at a women's shelter. What she discovered in…
The UpliftersAn ALS Caregiver's Courage: How Love Transforms Into Legacy When Everything Changes
Guest: Jennifer Allebach Former Chief Girl Experience Executive at Girl Scouts USA and MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association) Episode Summary Jennifer Allebach's…
The UpliftersDeesha Philyaw Doesn't Believe in Writer's Block or Imposter Syndrome and What to Ask if You Do
Episode Description In this powerful conversation, Aransas speaks with Deesha Philyaw, whose debut short story collection "The Secret Lives of Church Ladies"…
The UpliftersHow to Disentangle your Worth from your Achievements with Sarah Gormley
summary Former marketing executive Sarah Gomley shares how she transformed her life after discovering that all her achievements – the prestigious job titles…
The UpliftersBehind the Scenes at The Conclave in Rome with my Husband
summary In this episode of the Uplifters podcast, host Aransas Savas interviews her husband, Andy Savas, about his recent experience covering the papal…
The UpliftersFrom Taylor Swift Interviews to Time Freedom: How a Former TV Executive Guides Women Through Career Reinvention
summary In this conversation, Aransas Savas and Shannon Russell explore the transformative journey of women reinventing themselves, focusing on Shannon's…
The UpliftersThe Cinnamon Toast Philosophy: My Grandmother's Extraordinary Approach to Ordinary Life
Episode Summary In this special tribute episode, host Aransas Savas honors her grandmother, Rosemary Baker, who recently passed away at age 95. Aransas shares…
The UpliftersWhen Loss Becomes a Love Letter: How Angela's Art is Healing Hearts (And Herself)
summary In this heartfelt conversation, Angela shares her journey of navigating profound loss, leaving a high-demand religion, and embracing her creativity…
The UpliftersJulie Gordon White Turned Brain Fog into Business Clarity
keywords menopause, women's health, empowerment, community, self-discovery, education, entrepreneurship, resilience, awareness, support summary In this…
The UpliftersWABC News’ Sandra Bookman is Not an Icon
I found myself smiling at Sandra Bookman's refreshing candor throughout this conversation. There's something deeply reassuring about hearing an accomplished…
The UpliftersThe Courage to Give and Accept Support: How Jessica Varian Carroll Turns Vulnerability into Impact
Today’s Featured Uplifter: Jessica Varian Carroll She started her business with a box of Hefty garbage bags and zero experience. As a single mom of four with…
The UpliftersHow a Teacher's Public Shaming Liberated Her Voice
Today’s Featured Uplifter: Melissa Petro I was standing in my kitchen the other day, staring at a pile of produce I'd optimistically purchased, thinking about…
The UpliftersHow Good Morning America's Catherine McKenzie Is Redefining Leadership in TV News
Join us next Thursday, March 13th live in NYC for a day of connection, celebration, and boosting our collective courage to do big, bold things, because…
The UpliftersThe Courage to Go Your Own Way With Alexis Shepard
Join us on March 13th live in NYC for a day of connection, celebration, and boosting our collective courage to do big, bold things, because goodness knows we…
The UpliftersCourage Capital: How 99 Inspiring Women Do Big, Brave Things and How You Can Too
Join us on March 13th at Brooklyn Brewery for a one-day retreat to raise funds for some amazing organizations while connecting, celebrating, and filling our…
The UpliftersThe Menopause Secret No One Talks About
Join us on March 13th at Brooklyn Brewery for a day of transformation, connection, and celebration. To celebrate our 1st 100 episodes of the podcast, my dream…
The UpliftersThe Courage to Change Careers with Lauren Young Durbin
Join us on March 13th at Brooklyn Brewery for a day of transformation, connection, and celebration. Like Lauren, who you’ll meet in today’s episode, every…
The UpliftersWhat It Really Takes to Support Women Leaders with Laura Kavanagh, the first woman FDNY Commissioner in its 157-year history
Join us on March 13th at Brooklyn Brewery for a day of transformation, connection, and celebration. Like Laura Kavanagh, who you’ll meet in today’s episode…
The UpliftersWhy Play Might Be Your Best Medicine: With Sloomoo Institute Founder, Karen Robinovitz
Join us on March 13th at Brooklyn Brewery for a day of transformation, connection, and celebration. Like Karen Robinovitz, who you’ll meet in today’s episode…
The UpliftersHow to Want Yourself with Self-Talk Shifter Katie Horwitch
In today's episode, you'll meet Katie Horwitch, who reminds us how the right community can make all the difference. On March 13, please join me for Uplifters…
The UpliftersHow Chef Sheri Found Her Life's Purpose at 50
In today's episode, you'll meet Chef Sheri, who found her true calling at 50 in the most delicious way possible. This March, I hope you'll join me at Uplifters…
The UpliftersFrom Evangelical Roots to LGBTQ+ Champion with Heather Hester
Today’s Featured Uplifter: Heather Hester Standing in the darkness of a hotel room across the country from her children, Heather Hester received the call that…
The UpliftersHow to Live Life on Your Own Terms with Candy Motzek
Today’s Featured Uplifter: Candy Motzek You know those rare conversations that feel like sinking into a comfortable chair? That's what it felt like talking…
The UpliftersTania Kinsella is Leading the Nation's Largest Police Force with Love
Today’s Featured Uplifter: Tania Kinsella When I sat down with Tania Kinsella, the first woman of color to serve as Deputy Chief of the NYPD, I expected the…
The UpliftersFinding Light in Life's Darkest Moments with Aditi Sethi, MD
Today’s Featured Uplifter: Aditi Sethi, MD Aditi Sethi, MD is a hospice and palliative care physician, end-of-life doula, and Executive Director of the Center…
The UpliftersUnlocking Emotional Optimism Through Joyful Service With VaynerX's Chief Heart Officer, Claude Silver
Today’s Featured Uplifter: Claude Silver This excerpt from Claude’s website is the best introduction I could possibly give you for the story you’re about to…
The UpliftersGisela Sanders-Alcantara Found her Power by Naming her Neurodivergence
Featured Uplifter: Gisela A 13-time Emmy award-winning TV producer turned disability advocate, Gisela's journey of self-discovery began when her neurodivergent…
The UpliftersWhy Your Dreams Need to be Bigger, with Regina Gwen
Ever notice that the faces of founders of billion-dollar tech companies all look pretty much the same? Regina Gwynn has – and she's doing something about it…
The UpliftersHow to Master Your Emotions When Stakes Are High with Groundbreaking Baseball Player Alli Schroeder
At just 22, Alli Schroeder has already blazed trails most wouldn't dare to walk. As the first woman to play in the Canadian Collegiate Baseball Conference and…
The UpliftersSusan McPherson: Breaking the Networking Mindset - A Guide to Genuine Connection
In a week where election results have left many Americans feeling the depths of our divisions, Susan McPherson's wisdom about authentic connection feels more…
The UpliftersStarting from Zero: Lush Home CEO, Jenny Jing Zhu's Guide to Growing Beyond Your Circumstances
From a tiny Chinese village without electricity to launching a $100 million home décor empire, Jenny Jing Zhu's story is a masterclass in turning limited…
The UpliftersClear Mental, Physical, and Financial Clutter to Live your Fullest Life with Melanie Cohen
In the 1970s, Melanie Cohen's dad had a PhD in chemical engineering and applied physics, doing innovative work in clean fuels. He was also dealing drugs to…
The UpliftersLovisa Brown is Proving that Vulnerability is a Superpower
It’s pretty scary to put yourself out there in a world that can feel really divided, but Lovisa Brown, the Executive Director of Extreme Kids and Crew, is…
The UpliftersVeronica Karas Empowers With Financial Literacy
Every episode of this podcast is special, but this one is extra, extra special. Today I'm thrilled to introduce you to the wizard behind my own dreams coming…
The UpliftersTaylor Scott is Nourishing Community One Fridge at a Time
What were you doing at 26? I was just barely figuring out how to adult. But, Taylor Scott is revolutionizing food access in Richmond, Virginia. What started as…
The UpliftersKerry Brodie is Cooking Up Opportunities for Refugees
Kerry Brodie is impatient. When she saw a problem and realized the existing solutions could take years or decades to create change, she created a whole new…
The UpliftersLaKeshia T. Hodge is Empowering At-Risk Youth Through Love
It can seem almost impossible to escape homelessness, but with the support of her community, LaKeshia Hodge broke a generational cycle. Now, she’s dedicating…
The UpliftersGail Tifford is Redefining Authentic Leadership in the C-Suite
When you think of powerhouse executives in the marketing world, you might imagine sharp suits and even sharper elbows. But Gail Tifford shatters those…
The UpliftersAlma Schneider Will Show You How to Lift Others Without Dimming Your Light
As a mother of four, including a child with a disability, Alma Schneider has experienced her fair share of challenges. Yet, rather than letting those trials…
The UpliftersAlison Mariella Désir is Rewriting the History of Running
In this week’s episode, you’ll meet Alison Mariella Désir. Author, TV host, community organizer, activist, and running enthusiast - Alison wears many hats, all…
The UpliftersSue Pryde is Proving that Even Cirrhosis Can Be Reversed Through Radical Self-Care
When Susan R. Pryde was diagnosed with stage 4 cirrhosis of the liver, she could have been forgiven for retreating in fear. Instead, she dove headfirst into…
The UpliftersCher Hale will Show You How to Raise Courage Capital for Your Dreams
Meet Cher Hale, an inspiring force of nature who's rewriting the rules of public relations and her own life story. As the founder of Ginkgo PR, Cher is on a…
The UpliftersPioneering Criminologist Marcia Morgan Will Show You How to Get Going and Achieve Your Goals at Any Age
Hey Uplifters, Dr. Marcia Morgan is a force of nature who has dedicated her life to giving women a voice in some of the toughest environments imaginable. From…
The UpliftersDaisy Auger-Dominguez is Helping Us Go From Burnt Out to Lit Up
Today you’ll meet Daisy Auger-Dominguez. Born in New York City but raised in the Dominican Republic, Daisy's journey took her from feeling like an outsider in…
The UpliftersLauren Roerick is Empowering Women in the Wilderness and Teaching Us to Embrace the Journey
Hey Uplifters, May I ask for your help with something, right quick? I super love The Uplifters Podcast and all of the amazing stories we’ve featured. I want to…
The UpliftersEliza Factor is Cultivating Community for Families with Disabilities
In this week's episode, you’ll meet Eliza Factor, an artist and author whose life took an unexpected turn when her first child, Felix, was born with…
The UpliftersHolly St John Peck is Finding Love and Life on the Other Side of Loss
When I was 46 years old, my young husband died suddenly from a heart attack. He died in my arms, and I couldn't save him. This tragedy put my life on a…
The UpliftersMaysoon Zayid is Showing Us Misfits How to Keep Shining Even When Things Get Dark
This week, you’ll meet Maysoon Zayid: comedian, bestselling author, and self-proclaimed "lost Kardashian" who's turning pain into laughter and shaking up the…
The UpliftersShelley Zalis is Harnessing the Power of the Pack
Shelley Zalis is a force of nature who refuses to play by anyone else's rules. As the founder of The Female Quotient and a pioneering researcher, Shelley has…