Shaping Cities, Shaping Lives: The Work Behind ArtWorks with Lisa Saia

In this soul-stirring episode of Write Your Own Story, Betsy sits down with longtime friend and total powerhouse, Lisa Saia—board vice chair of ArtWorks Cincinnati—for an unfiltered, deeply inspiring conversation about purpose, pivots, and the power of public art.What starts as a fun reunion quickly unfolds into a powerful narrative about civic pride, youth empowerment, and finding your creative purpose—especially in motherhood and beyond. Lisa pulls back the curtain on ArtWorks, a game-changing nonprofit that’s transformed over 300 blank walls into iconic murals across Cincinnati… but the real magic? It’s in the stories behind the art.From launching the careers of young artists, to bridging socioeconomic divides through creativity, to revitalizing entire neighborhoods—ArtWorks is proof that art isn’t just beautiful, it’s impactful.Betsy and Lisa get real about loss, resilience, the truth behind our perfectly curated lives, and what happens when women choose authenticity over expectation. This episode is a love letter to Cincinnati, to community, and to every woman who's ever wondered if the seeds they’ve planted will bloom.If you’ve ever questioned your timing, your path, or your impact—this one’s for you.🎧 Tune in to learn:How public art fuels economic growth and civic prideThe surprising origins of ArtWorks and its ripple effects on communitiesWhy real community starts with vulnerability—and how women can lead the wayHow to get involved with ArtWorks (no paintbrush required)The unexpected gifts that come with every life pivotWhether you're a creative, a mother, a dreamer, or all three—this conversation will leave you re-rooted in your purpose.Support the showConnect with Betsy:Website: writeyourownstory.coEmail: [email protected]: write_your_own_story_co Or betsyleoYoutube:writeyourownstorypodcastMore:SHOP MY AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/shop/write_your_own_story_coFEMALE FOUNDERS MASTERCLASS: https://writeyourownstory.co/ffa-coursesGET 10% OFF YOUR OURA RING:https://ouraring.com/raf/216ee90575?utm_source=user&utm_medium=iac_raf&utm_type=alwayson-cvr&utm_campaign=2025RAF&utm_variant=2025_raf_julyHUNGRYROOT:code: WRITEYOUROWNSTORY40https://www.hungryroot.com/?promo=WRITEYOUROWNSTORY40&b=1197&utm_source=write-your-own-story&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=in-houseDONATE TO CINCY's CHILDREN HOSPITAL:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2270822/supportFLODESKGive your friends 50% off their first year of Flodesk and get $19 when they join!https://flodesk.c...