Living It Up with Lenise
Join Lenise Ligon, FOX10's trusted news anchor, as she goes beyond the negative headlines with her award-winning podcast, "Living It Up with Lenise." Lenise has heard from many viewers who avoid the news because they find it "too negative." That's why she created this show, which aims to highlight the incredible stories of ordinary people making a positive impact that often go unnoticed. From tales of life-changing transformations to discovering hidden gems in various communities, this uplifting podcast amplifies overlooked and ignored narratives, encouraging a balanced and motivated approach to life.
Episodes
In this edition of "Living It Up with Lenise," we dive into a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Lucy Buffett, renowned restaurateur, author, and famous sister of Margaritaville singer Jimmy Buffett. Lucy shares the journey that led her to open Lulu's in Gulf Shores, Alabama, and reflects on family, food, and the importance of self-discovery. Through a rich tapestry of childhood stories, she discusses how her family's love f...
In this powerful and deeply personal episode, veteran journalist Kim shares her harrowing experience of witnessing a shooting at her daughter’s final dance recital in Mobile, Alabama. What should have been a celebration of her daughter’s years of dancing turned into a nightmare when an altercation erupted during a performance by young children, leading to gunshots that sent families diving f...
In this episode of "Living It Up with Lenise," we delve into the vibrant world of fashion with Whitney, a seasoned buyer and stylist at Sway, a charming boutique nestled in downtown Fairhope. With a decade of experience under her belt, Whitney shares insights about her unexpected journey into the fashion industry, the intricate market buying process, and the art of closet editing. As she discusses Sway's thoughtful merchandise sele...
In this episode of Living It Up with Lenise, fitness expert Gabriela Mclain reveals celebrity training insights from her work on “The Woman King” movie, sharing her transformative journey from athlete to coach. She tackles topics like social media’s impact on body image, the psychology of fitness and how to embrace health at any age. Discover mindset and motivation tools to live your ...
What drives two sisters to excel in the competitive world of journalism? In this episode of Living It Up with Lenise, I’m chatting with Ashlyn Mitchell and Claudia Nichols, both dedicated news reporters at FOX10 News. They reveal how their faith and Christianity shape their reporting and personal lives, offering insights that inspire and empower. It’s a discussion that highlights the power o...
In this episode of "Living It Up with Lenise," join Lenise Ligon as she reintroduces herself and her podcast, focusing on the power of podcasting for business growth. Joined by fellow podcaster Rod Cate, Lenise shares insights on how to use your podcast as a tool for brand visibility, audience engagement, and authentic connection, all while creating a positive storytelling platform. It's time to disco...
In this episode of Lenise Ligon interviews Tyson Lee, a boxing enthusiast and the current president of USA Boxing. Tyson's journey in boxing began at a young age, as he grew up boxing and continued his passion for the sport while studying at West Point Military Academy. He achieved great success, winning championships in both amateur and military boxing. After retiring from the military, Tyson ventured into entrepreneurship before ...
Can cooking up fine seafood and sharing eternal hope go hand in hand? In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise hear the story of Laura and Rayza, the inspirational owners of Rayza's Restaurant in coastal Alabama. Discover how they blend their passion for cooking exquisite seafood with their missional purpose of spreading the Gospel.
In this episode of Lenise Ligon interviews Tate Sutton, a yoga instructor, retreat leader, and health coach based in Fairhope, AL. Tate shares her journey from a decade in fashion/travel influencing to making major life changes and discovering her purpose through yoga, meditation, and holistic wellness.
In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, we are exploring the revolutionary world of Rebel Cheese, a vegan cheese company that is redefining the concept of cheese for dairy-free enthusiasts. The co-owners of the company, Kristen Maitland and Fred Zwar, share the story behind Rebel Cheese and how they are making delicious cheese alternatives for people who love cheese but not the dairy.
The holiday season often brings a rollercoaster of emotions - joy, meaning, as well as grief, stress or loneliness. How can we mindfully embrace the full range of experiences? In this episode, licensed clinical social worker Dr. Mishel Rych shares psychologically-backed insights on cultivating more joy and purpose amidst the holiday swings. Learn actionable tips on training your brain for positivity, ...
Join Lenise Ligon as she explores somatic breathwork with Morgan Tyner, the first certified practitioner in Alabama and Mississippi. Discover how this mind-body breathing approach releases stored stress and trauma. Morgan opens up about how her healing journey led her to share these transformative practices. Don't miss this fascinating talk on the power of breathwork.
In this episode of Living It Up with Lenise, I’m chatting with Lorie Ward, owner of Fairhope Juice Company in Alabama, about ditching pharma for cold-pressed juices. Learn Lorie’s secrets to crafting healthy hydrating juices, building a local biz from her passion, and avoiding burnout when you leap to your purpose.
In this episode, we are going on a journey with reporter Lacey Beasley, who recently traveled to Singapore and Indonesia. It's an intimate conversation on the eye-opening experiences of immersing yourself in different cultures and religions, the importance of home, and how travel can change your perspective. Lacey shares impactful stories from her trips abroad and offers advice for anyone considering traveling internationally.
It’s time for a discussion on the challenges and rewards of owning your own businesses. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, Carita Koen shares the story of how she and her husband started their landscaping business. She offers advice to other minorities thinking about entrepreneurship. She says it’s important to know your local market, take advantage of business training programs, and don’t be afraid to start small and gro...
In this latest edition of Living It Up with Lenise we are speaking with Mary Henderson, a branding coach, on how to monetize your brand. You’ll learn how to identify the potential in your brand and turn it into a goldmine. Don’t miss this informative conversation!
Brooke Kroeger is a professor emerita at New York University, where she was the founding director of the Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute and taught from 1998 to 2021. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, Kroeger is talking about her latest book, "Undaunted: How Women Changed American Journalism." She shares her writing process with Lenise and some some cautionary tales. To learn more about Kroger and her previous work...
Discover the healing power of reflexology! In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise we are talking to Laurie Azzarella, a licensed reflexologist and message therapist in Daphne, Alabama. She explains how reflexology works and how it can be used to heal the body from the sole up. Laurie also spells out how reflexology activa...
Anthony Ingram is the man behind Tony’s Tejas Salsa, a Mobile-based company providing fresh salsa to locations around the southeast. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, Ingram shares how his salsa-making journey began and the lessons he learned along the way.
What’s the big deal with pickleball? It seems to be exploding in popularity lately. According to a report from USA Pickleball more than 4.8 million Americans picked up a pickleball racquet last year and despite the COVID pandemic, the sport has grown 39.3% over the last two years. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise we are ta...
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