The Rise Today Inspirational Podcast

Conversations that help you rise.

Built on the belief that resilience can be learned, strengthened and celebrated. Through candid conversations with survivors, leaders, wellness experts and everyday heroes, Erica uncovers the lessons, mindset shifts and strategies that help people rise again — no matter the challenge.

Courage · hope · reinvention
Dr. Erica Harris recording the podcast
37Episodes of rising
About the show

Extraordinary real-life stories, and the practical tools that help people rise again.

Topics include:

  • Overcoming life-threatening illness
  • Health, wellness and recovery
  • Resilience in career and personal growth
  • Mindset strategies for challenging times
  • Stories of courage, hope and reinvention
The archive

Every episode, every guest.

The podcast is on pause — but the library of conversations lives on. Share your story to be featured when we return to recording.

Ep. 37

Gentry Jones

Alcohol Addiction, Recovery and Sobriety

February 8, 2022Watch
Ep. 36

Scott Lindgren

January 19, 2022Watch
Ep. 35

Holly Frances

January 19, 2022Watch
Ep. 34

Miranda Frigon

January 11, 2022Watch
Ep. 33

Dr Sharon Blady Improved Mental Wellness with Dr Sharon Blady

November 2, 2021Watch
Ep. 32

Eileen Davidson Arthritis Awareness: My inspiring journey with Eileen Davidson

October 19, 2021Watch
Ep. 31

Sam Led Amazing Mindset tools for ADHD and Anxiety: Sam Led Hurray!!

October 5, 2021Watch
Ep. 30

Lexi Taylor Gender Dysphoria with Lexi Taylor

In this video, Lexi Taylor talks about Gender Dysphoria, a disorder where a person's gender identity differs from the gender they were assigned at…

September 29, 2021Watch
Ep. 29

Amy Freinberg Amy Freinberg's amazing 150 lb weight loss journey So excited to launch our 25th podcast episode, featuring Amy Feinberg.

March 14, 2021Watch
Ep. 28

Mac Marcoux Welcome back to the

LIVE recording and broadcast. Join us in welcoming Mac Marcoux to the show, as he shares his experiences as a world-ranked Gold and Bronze Medal wi…

March 1, 2021Watch
Ep. 27

Furkhan Dandia Welcome to the LIVE interview and recording of the

March 1, 2021Watch
Ep. 26

Brad Reed Welcome to the LIVE interview and recording of the

We are welcoming Brad Reed, Executive & Career Coach, and thriver through adversity. Hosted by Dr Erica Harris and guest cohost Brian Bachand of Ev…

March 1, 2021Watch
Ep. 25

Temi Ayodeji Today we are proud to welcome Temi Ayodeji, Professional Artist, Therapist, & Stress Management Coach, and CEO of Temi Fine Arts - Modern & Contemporary. She blends her professional expertise with personal and family experiences with Autism, cancer, & renal failure.

March 1, 2021Watch
Ep. 24

Unni Turrettini If you're someone who continuously asks questions like do I even belong here or how to belong, then this episode is for you!

March 1, 2021Watch
Ep. 23

Dr Shimi Kang Dr. Kang is the founder of Dolphin Kids: Future-Ready Leaders, CEO of Spark Mindset App, host of the YouTube show; “Mental Wealth with Dr. Shimi Kang," and the author of the bestselling book, "The Dolphin Parent."

March 1, 2021Watch
Ep. 22

Lindsay Clark

A young mom shares her powerful story of ALCOHOL ADDICTION AND RECOVERY in this latest release of the

February 10, 2021Watch
Ep. 21

Gabor Maté Healing from Trauma with Gabor Maté

February 10, 2021Watch
Ep. 20

Chris Revill Chris Revill: PTSD

February 10, 2021Watch
Ep. 19

Carter Parry HawaIian surfer Carter Parry loses leg and lung to a superbug

February 10, 2021Watch
Ep. 18

Meg Boberg

It's the

January 29, 2021Watch
Ep. 17

Maureen McGrath

It's the

January 14, 2021Watch
Ep. 16

Heidi Pero Heidi Pero

A young woman who talks to us about her journey with Rectal cancer and stomas

December 31, 2020Watch
Ep. 15

Rick Hansen Rick Hansen: Improving access to those with disabilities

In this video, you'll learn about Rick Hansen and his mission to improve access to those with disabilities

December 26, 2020Watch
Ep. 14

Beth Anne Negal

It's the

December 15, 2020Watch
Ep. 13

Andrew Arida

It's the

December 1, 2020Watch
Ep. 12

Brian Bachand

It's the

November 15, 2020Watch
Ep. 11

Sharon Muscet

It's the

October 31, 2020Watch
Ep. 10

Stephanie China

It's the

October 15, 2020Watch
Ep. 9

Joe Capozzi

It's the

October 1, 2020Watch
Ep. 8

Natasha Medlar

It's the

September 15, 2020Watch
Ep. 7

Paul Rogers

It's the

September 1, 2020Watch
Ep. 6

Sarah Ryan

It's the

August 15, 2020Watch
Ep. 5

Serena Klaver

It's the

August 1, 2020Watch
Ep. 4

Corey Preston

It's the

July 15, 2020Watch
Ep. 3

Jill Wheatley

It's the

July 15, 2020Watch
Ep. 2

Meghan Hubner (Get To Know Your Hosts)

It's the

June 22, 2020Watch
Ep. 1

Meghan Hubner (Get To Know Your Hosts)

It's the

June 22, 2020Watch
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