Rise ‘n Shine! Not Just for Mornings Anymore.
Our program helps create a world that works for everyone by focusing on how to rise and shine as individuals each day. We strive to remember that there are no small acts, and all choices have ripple effects. To create lasting happiness, healthy families and a thriving planet, we must challenge pre-conceived thoughts, beliefs and habits, while cultivating deeper gratitude. Throughout the show, we talk with authors, musicians and innovators. Some guests may remind you of things that you already know but appreciate hearing again. Others may stretch the limits of what you now consider reality, presenting the opportunity for growth and transformation. All our guests have one thing in common though: like us, they are actively engaged in helping make the world a better place in their own unique ways. They’re taking risks, rising above the past, and shining their most authentic light to help create a world where even our grandchildren’s children can thrive.
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May 4, 2021 • 60 min
Many have heard of “the age of Aquarius” but what is it? Where does it come from? And what does it mean for humanity? In this episode, we welcome back Stephen Hawley Martin to continue our conversation about the nature of reality, as well as explore the single most important question humanity will have to answer that will shape life on this planet for generations to come. We also touch on UFOs, the validity of past lives, The Ra Ma...
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April 27, 2021 • 60 min
What is the nature of reality? What is consciousness? Is today’s science catching up with ancient wisdom? These are just some of the questions we explore in today’s episode with Stephen Hawley Martin, and man who’s been exploring what science can’t explain for over 50 years. If there isn’t at least one thought, idea or concept in this episode that stretches what you think about how the world works, we’ll be surprised! To learn more...
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April 20, 2021 • 60 min
We’ve been hosting “Rise ‘n Shine!” for a full year now! And what an adventure it’s been for us, both on the air and in our personal lives. In this episode, we interview each other about who we were when this show launched, who we’ve become, and who look forward to being moving forward. You’ll hear about Lori Anne’s re-discovered gift and how she’s now using it to serve others, what it was like for Mark to meet the boy who’d bullie...
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April 13, 2021 • 60 min
There are aspects of America’s history that haven’t always made it into the history books. In this episode, Toby Asai Loftus returns, this time to share the real history of Japanese-American Incarceration during World War II. His mother, Mitzi Asai Loftus, was in the 4th grade when her family was removed. Toby has grown up hearing the family stories and has often given talks with his mother to children and adults to share the real-...
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April 6, 2021 • 60 min
Christopher is back to dive even deeper into The Alignment Quotient. In this episode he shares how one WWII German pilot’s decision to stay in alignment has had ripple effects that made a difference for him personally, what science is saying about consciousness, and how creating a SPICY purpose can help ensure greater health and happiness well into our later years. Christopher also shares more about his course, and is graciously gi...
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March 30, 2021 • 60 min
It’s time to flip the script we’ve been living by. The one we’ve been taught has been undermining the happy, fulfilling life we crave – and we didn’t even know it! In this episode, we begin our conversation with Christopher Ancona around what alignment and consciousness really are, and how we can take ownership of our self-worth, dignity, and identity regardless of circumstances. It’s powerful, fun, and explores the topic through m...
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March 23, 2021 • 60 min
Are you a parent that’s been launched into homeschooling without much preparation? Or maybe your kids aren’t in school yet, but you want to create a fun, learning environment for them. Or maybe, you’re looking for a few weekend activities to do together. Whatever the case may be, Stephanie Ryan is a parent, scientist and teacher who’s got some super cool, simple activities and ideas she’s sharing today! Oh, and Mark breaks into son...
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March 16, 2021 • 60 min
With Spring Break right around the corner, and summer on everyone’s minds, we decided to connect with two mindfulness leaders about how to make travel plans that are both fun and safe for the whole family. In this episode we learn about the T.R.I.P. philosophy and hear solutions that can bring out the best in any situation – even when the unexpected might happen. If you’re itching to travel after a year of lockdowns, this episode i...
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March 9, 2021 • 60 min
When shutdowns began, musicians were cut off from their audiences, so they began to get creative in new ways. For our guest today, that meant combining his tech background with his love of music to bring his friends together for online karaoke parties. Toby Loftus shares how he resolved common audio issues to create a fun, safe space for lasting friendships that bridge great distances. We also dive into world travel, the power of m...
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March 2, 2021 • 60 min
In honor of International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting a very special young woman. Meet award-winning singer-songwriter Bolu Adefemi. This 13 year old is already making an impact, locally and globally, reaching a world-wide audience and helping create a world that works for all. She shares her amazing wisdom, as well as her dreams and aspirations for the future. Her mother, Sibu, joins us as well to provide a parent’s perspecti...
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February 23, 2021 • 60 min
What is blockchain? What is crypto currency? How are the inter-related and changing the world? In this episode, we talk with a Penn State professor and emerging technologies researcher to unlock the mysteries behind one of the greatest advancements in human history, and what it means to our day-to-day lives. It’s a fascinating, fun, and mind-blowing conversation as we explore the possibilities and find out what’s already in the wor...
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February 16, 2021 • 60 min
It’s hard to wrap our minds around the number of people who have passed due to the pandemic so far, not to mention the impact those losses have had on family, friends and communities around the world who are mourning. But one woman is using art to transform loss into love and beauty, creating a growing memorial that’s spilling out of her home to become a center-piece in history. In this episode, we get to meet the artist, hear what...
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February 9, 2021 • 60 min
The foster care system can be both a blessing and a challenge for many children across the country. Olympic athlete, Steven Benedict shares his personal story of why he was placed in foster care as a young child, what he’s doing today to help kids who lack the stability they need, and how he’s addressing the gaps in the foster care system at the congressional level to help create a world that works better for today’s youth. To lear...
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February 2, 2021 • 60 min
Since the pandemic began, suicide has risen more than 30% across the nation. In this episode we talk with a woman whose 19 year old son completed suicide, changing her life forever. She opens her heart to us to share her journey through the grief of being left behind, how she has transformed her life as a result, and offers support, insight, and resources for others who may be contemplating suicide, know someone who is at risk, or ...
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January 26, 2021 • 60 min
Autism and being “on the spectrum” have become more common place, but it’s still a struggled. Services and diagnostics are focused more on children, leaving the adult population on their own. Join us as we talk with a woman about her lived experience being autistic, what it really means, what stereotypes are totally wrong, and work to bridge the gap to create greater awareness, understanding and compassion. Then, reach out to us if...
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January 19, 2021 • 60 min
We’re welcoming two guests on today’s show, Ariana Harris and Laurence O’Bryan. Ariana helps us explore how we can build emotional intelligence and empathy in our kids and help them manage the stress and trauma that so many are experiencing in today’s world. Laurence returns for Part 3 of our three part series for successful authors, but shares tools and tips that can help all of us create a healthy life and even thrive through wri...
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January 12, 2021 • 60 min
Sometimes, our identity and experiences come into conflict with traditional expectations and social norms. In this episode, we talk with our guest about being ourselves and accepting ourselves as we are, even if our reality does not match social norms. We discuss their perspective on being a nonbinary, autistic person with rare physical disabilities, embracing the nontraditional paths we may find ourselves on, some common microaggr...
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January 5, 2021 • 60 min
What would you do differently if your only way to get to the nearest town was to hire a float plane once or twice each year? You’d be surprised how much even city dwellers can benefit from knowing some of these answers. We are excited to welcome back Ron and Johanna Melchiore to dive deeper into their journey to becoming fully self-sufficient. From growing their own food, to generating income while living off the grid, to surviving...
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December 29, 2020 • 60 min
Music. Most often, we think of it as something that plays in the background while we’re driving, making dinner, or watching a movie. But what if it has a greater ability to impact our lives than we give it credit for? In this episode, we’re exploring the healing power of music from two very different perspectives. Composer Wendalyn Bartley brings us sound healing modalities that sooth, calm and heal, especially for women who’re rec...
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December 22, 2020 • 60 min
How is it that birds don’t need pockets and are just fine and yet, humans appear to have such a difficult time tapping into the natural abundance of life? We explore this and more with one of our most popular guests, Abundologist, Renee Spears. In this episode, she dives deeper into how to intentionally craft the mindset we need to attract abundance into our lives – even when the bills are due, unemployment looms, or Negative Nelly...
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