Dr. Noelle Nelson

A Matter of Strategy – Episode 92

Ever wished life were simpler? That whatever you wanted in the realm of improved or better relationships could just happen with a snap of your fingers, as if by magic? Sigh. Unfortunately, wishing doesn’t make it so, but in this podcast, you’ll be introduced to an approach that, when properly implemented, can indeed feel “like […]

Sally Snowman

Sally Snowman, at 72, the only remaining official lighthouse keeper in the United States, is just now retiring from her 20 years of service. From the first time Sally visited the lighthouse, at 10 years of age, with her father, a Coast Guard auxiliarist, Sally knew she wanted to be the lighthouse keeper. The 307-year-old […]

Ed Dwight

Ed Dwight, at 90, is featured in the National Geographic film “The Space Race,” which documents the stories of Black astronauts, and their first pioneer, Ed. Ed was selected by the Air Force to train as an astronaut with NASA, having met the criteria of 1500 hours of flying jets, a BA in engineering or […]

Short-Term Gain vs. Long-Term Pain, Episode 91

In our perpetual pursuit of “do it, have it, get it now,” too often we forget to look at the long-term consequences of our instant decisions.  In this podcast, you’ll explore how to make choices such that you get what you want, but in a way that doesn’t ruin your life. Listen to all Up! […]

Life Is Meant for Joy!

A woman is running on the treadmill next to me at the gym, moaning and complaining the whole time. How miserable she is at having to work out, how hard it is to get herself to the gym knowing she’s in for an hour of pain. How she’d rather do pretty much anything other than […]

The Juror-Engaging Power of Story: Beyond the Individual

Research has demonstrated repeatedly the power of storytelling. Indeed, it’s easy for most attorneys to tell the story of their injured client or the malfunction of a product. Stories of individuals, plaintiff or defense, are also fairly easy to summon. But when it comes to businesses, companies or corporations, lawyers too often forget the power […]

The Power of Setting Limits, Episode 90

Why, when you just want to chill but your partner is demanding, do you just cave into them, shelving your needs, and ending up resentful? In this podcast, discover a way to satisfy your partner’s needs without sacrificing your own. Wouldn’t that be nice! Listen to all Up! Podcasts here.

Pearl Taylor

Pearl Taylor, at 102, shares her longevity “secrets” on TikTok, accompanied by her great-great-granddaughter, Taylor. Pearl is wonderfully fit and present, and her life lessons are both valuable and practical. Pearl believes in the power of one’s mind, and that the thoughts we think directly impact our lives. Pearl also believes in the value of […]

Put An End to Self-Blame! Episode 89

Ever notice how when you’ve made a mistake or failed at something, your immediate reaction is to see yourself as dumb, stupid or a complete loser? In this podcast, find out how you can quit hurting yourself with self-blame and deal constructively with the mistakes and failures we all fall into! Listen to all Up! […]

Danny Devito

Danny Devito, at 79, voiced the character of Uncle Dan in the animated film “Migration,” a role he took on, as he has many others, because of his love for his three children. Family-friendly films are important to Danny. Children’s reactions as they watch are a source of constant delight. Add this to his many […]