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How do you overcome unimaginable hardship and create a life beyond your dreams?

On this episode of How We Love with Robin Lane, psychotherapist Robin Lane sits down with acclaimed actress, author, and filmmaker Rutanya Alda to explore an extraordinary life shaped by resilience, perseverance, and hope.

Rutanya's journey began far from Hollywood, in refugee camps after World War II while her father was imprisoned in a Soviet Gulag. Eventually, she and her mother crossed the Atlantic to America, where a different kind of hardship awaited. Through unwavering determination, remarkable talent, and a passion for storytelling, Rutanya built a celebrated career that few could have imagined, appearing in acclaimed films including The Deer Hunter, Mommie Dearest, and Rocky II.

Robin and Rutanya discuss survival, resilience, following your dreams, and the experiences that shaped both her life and career. This is a powerful conversation about courage, hope, and the extraordinary strength of the human spirit.

In this episode:

• Growing up in refugee camps after World War II
• Surviving hardship and beginning a new life in America
• Pursuing a lifelong dream of becoming an actress
• Behind the scenes of an acclaimed Hollywood career
• The resilience that shaped her life
• Lessons on hope, perseverance, and purpose

Guest

Rutanya Alda
Acclaimed Actress • Author • Filmmaker

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How do you rebuild your life when everything changes?

On this episode of How We Love with Robin Lane, psychotherapist Robin Lane welcomes Betsy Knapp, entrepreneur, interior designer, and the Grand Dame of Tiger Lily's, for an inspiring conversation about resilience, family, faith, and finding the strength to begin again.

As a wife, mother of four daughters, grandmother, and successful business owner, Betsy shares how she overcame life's unexpected hardships while rebuilding both her personal life and career. Through perseverance, faith, and an unwavering commitment to her family, she transformed adversity into purpose and created a life rooted in hope, love, and resilience.

Robin and Betsy discuss overcoming life's challenges, balancing family and entrepreneurship, healing through difficult seasons, and discovering that even life's greatest setbacks can become the foundation for a meaningful new beginning.

Whether you're navigating loss, rebuilding after adversity, or searching for inspiration to move forward, Betsy's story is a powerful reminder that resilience isn't about avoiding hardship, it's about choosing hope every step of the way.

In this episode:

• Rebuilding life after unexpected hardship
• Balancing motherhood, family, and entrepreneurship
• Finding strength through resilience and faith
• Building Tiger Lily's into a successful family business
• Healing through life's biggest challenges
• Lessons on purpose, hope, and moving forward

Guest

Betsy Knapp
Entrepreneur • Interior Designer • Grand Dame of Tiger Lily's

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Can recovery transform not only your life, but the way you love yourself and others?

In Part 2 of How We Love with Robin Lane, psychotherapist Robin Lane continues her powerful conversation with Craig Braun, legendary graphic designer, entrepreneur, author, and recovery speaker, as he shares the deeply personal journey that led him from addiction and alcoholism to lasting sobriety through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).

After years immersed in the world of rock 'n' roll, extraordinary success, and personal struggle, Craig discovered that true fulfillment couldn't be found through fame or achievement. Instead, it came through recovery, spirituality, humility, and a commitment to helping others.

Robin and Craig explore the life-changing principles of Alcoholics Anonymous, the importance of personal responsibility, healing, forgiveness, and finding purpose after addiction. Today, Craig dedicates his life to inspiring others in recovery and sharing a message of hope that transformation is always possible.

Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or seeking hope during life's most difficult moments, this heartfelt conversation reminds us that every ending can become a new beginning.

In this episode:

• Craig Braun's journey from addiction to sobriety
• The life-changing impact of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
• Recovery, spirituality, and personal transformation
• Finding purpose through helping others
• Healing, forgiveness, and self-discovery
• What it truly means to begin again

Guest

Craig Braun
Legendary Graphic Designer • Entrepreneur • Author • Recovery Speaker

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What happens when success, fame, and creativity can't fill the emptiness within?

On this episode of How We Love with Robin Lane, psychotherapist Robin Lane sits down with Craig Braun, legendary graphic designer, entrepreneur, author, and nationally recognized speaker on addiction recovery and Alcoholics Anonymous, for an unforgettable conversation about creativity, success, addiction, sobriety, and hope.

Craig is the visionary behind some of rock music's most iconic album covers, creating legendary artwork for artists including Alice Cooper, The Rolling Stones, Journey, and many more. At the height of his career, he found himself immersed in the world of rock 'n' roll, where extraordinary success existed alongside personal struggles with alcoholism.

In Part 1, Craig reflects on his groundbreaking career, the culture of the music industry, fatherhood, creativity, and the experiences that eventually led him to recovery. His story is an honest reminder that true transformation begins not with success, but with the courage to change.

Whether you're passionate about music history, addiction recovery, Alcoholics Anonymous, creativity, or personal growth, this conversation offers hope, wisdom, and inspiration for anyone seeking a new beginning.

In this episode:

• Designing iconic album covers for rock legends
• Behind the scenes with Alice Cooper, The Rolling Stones, Journey, and more
• The culture of rock 'n' roll and the hidden cost of success
• Alcoholism, addiction, and the path toward sobriety
• The impact of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
• Creativity, family, and finding purpose through recovery

Guest

Craig Braun
Legendary Graphic Designer • Entrepreneur • Author • Recovery Speaker

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Is it ever too late to pursue the life you were meant to live?

On this episode of How We Love with Robin Lane, licensed psychotherapist Robin Lane sits down with award-winning actress and producer Eve Austin to explore a remarkable journey of resilience, purpose, creativity, and following your dreams.

Known for her work in Junction, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Lola Does Manhattan, and American Fango, Eve has earned more than 30 Best Actress awards and recognition at over 40 international film festivals. But her path to success wasn't a straight line.

Raised by parents who survived the Holocaust, Eve grew up in a loving but overprotective home where pursuing a career in acting felt out of reach. With the encouragement of her husband and an unwavering belief in herself, she eventually embraced the career she had always dreamed of—proving that it's never too late to follow your passion.

Robin and Eve discuss resilience, marriage, creativity, self-belief, and the courage to rewrite your story. Whether you're navigating a career change, chasing a lifelong dream, or searching for inspiration, this conversation reminds us that purpose has no expiration date.

In this episode:

• Growing up as the daughter of Holocaust survivors
• Overcoming fear and self-doubt
• Pursuing a lifelong dream of acting
• Building an award-winning career later in life
• The importance of love, marriage, and encouragement
• Lessons in resilience, creativity, and personal growth

Guest: Eve Austin
Award-Winning Actress • Producer

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What does unconditional love look like when life changes forever?

In this episode of How We Love with Robin Lane, licensed psychotherapist Robin Lane sits down with Montgomery Frazier, former Fashion Director for MTV Networks, fashion executive, branding expert, author, and advocate, for a deeply moving conversation about love, caregiving, grief, resilience, and finding purpose after profound loss.

After a successful career in the fashion and entertainment industry, Montgomery's life took an unexpected turn when his husband, Ben, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. As Ben's full-time caregiver, Montgomery experienced firsthand the challenges of navigating memory loss, unconditional love, and the emotional journey of caregiving. Through heartbreak, healing, and advocacy, he discovered what it truly means to love someone with compassion, strength, and unwavering commitment.

Whether you're supporting a loved one through illness, coping with grief, or seeking inspiration about resilience and the power of human connection, this conversation offers wisdom, hope, and a reminder that love is often revealed in life's most difficult moments.

In this episode:

• Montgomery Frazer's career in fashion, branding, and entertainment
• Life as former Fashion Director for MTV Networks
• Building a life and marriage with his late husband, Ben
• Caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer's disease
• The emotional realities of caregiving and grief
• Healing after loss and finding renewed purpose
• The power of resilience, compassion, and unconditional love

Guest:
Montgomery Frazier
Former Fashion Director, MTV Networks • Fashion Executive • Branding Expert • Author • Advocate

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