Living It Up with Lenise

My inspirational guest wears many hats - evening news anchor, bull owner, and empowering mentor. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, 15-time Emmy winner Fanchon Stinger shares the story behind her Grit + Grace foundation, created to guide middle and high school girls with faith, resilience, and poise. Hear how this groundbreaking journalist and speaker is uplifting the next generation through compassion and tenacity.

The Keys to Lasting Friendships - With Anastasia Stanecki. My film producer pal shares insights on nurturing real relationships that stand the test of time. We discuss how to grow trust, overcome conflicts, and make space for quality time together. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, Annie also reveals why solo traveling transformed her life, and how everyone can benefit from wandering alone. Tune in for a heartwarming yet honest conversation about the friendships that feed our souls.

Remote work exploded during COVID-19, leaving many employers struggling to recall staff back to the office. But it's not just location - record numbers are rethinking their jobs altogether! In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, we dive into the trends behind "The Great Resignation" and why these transformations point toward more flexibility in how and where we work long-term. Join me for an enlightening look at the forces reshaping our workplaces.

Five-year-old Luke and Lily love the spirit of Christmas. This year, their wish comes true for an adventure! The twins finally encounter the legendary Guardian of the Angel Tree from childhood stories. Embark on a heartwarming journey as Luke and Lily spread the true meaning of Christmas. Discover the power of faith, family, and the magic of the season in this special episode of Living It Up with Lenise.

When a cancer diagnosis rocks your world, how do you carry on? Megan Simmons draws strength from her faith on her breast cancer journey. The Foley Elementary assistant principal shares how willpower, community, and perseverance keep her thriving. Join us for an uplifting and honest conversation about finding light in life's darkest moments. Megan's story of resilience will inspire hope in any challenge you face.

Discover an unexpected Southern gem - one of only 60 working tea farms in the U.S. Nestled in Fairhope, Alabama, this lush farm produces artisanal teas with an authentic crop-to-cup process. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, we tour the grounds, learn how it all began, and dive into invigorating teas. From bold black varieties to soothing herbal infusions, this farm bottles up diverse Southern flavors. Sip along as we explore the harvesting, withering, and oxidation that makes their tea truly farm-fresh. This episode steeps you in the rich history and techniques behind a tea lover's paradise.

Wine director Christina Quick makes wine approachable for all, from novice sippers to connoisseurs. At Fairhope's Provision, Christina's passion is guiding people on their wine journeys. She shares insider tips on key wine regions, flavor profiles for popular grapes, and secret hacks for buying, tasting, pairing, and storing. Wine lovers and new explorers alike will gain confidence to navigate menus and shops. Christina makes learning relaxed and fun - join us!

No matter what industry you're in, building relationships is important. It's often said, your network is your net worth. But making connections, growing and keeping them isn't exactly easy for everyone. Matthew Kingsley, President and CEO of 3 Kings Entertainment knows all about creating lasting relationships. It's an artform he's mastered over the years, as a highly sought after talent agent. In this episode of Living It Up with Lenise, he's sharing how he got his start and what he's learned.

While extremely fun and often lucrative, the voice acting industry can be a difficult gig to break into. Connections, patience, training and access to equipment are just some of the key elements aspiring voice actors will need to be successful. None of that phases Rebekah Hoeger. She is diving right in—starting a new career from the ground up! It's a new venture for this established television journalist—one she is tackling head on. Tune in to Living It Up with Lenise as Rebekah shares her voice acting journey so far.