Rise

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Marcel Vögeli, the spokesperson for “The Key to Self-Liberation” by the late Christiane Beerlandt, an encyclopedic work on the psychological and emotional roots of more than 1,000 diseases and symptoms. He will talk about your body, and if our bodies could be trying to tell us something. He will share his personal experiences, and how he dealt with his condition by listening to his body.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Taj Simrit, who was born and raised in the South of France. He earned a degree in photography but spent 25 years working in a variety of commission-only sales positions.  He is the author of 'Behold My Soul,' a memoir written to inspire readers to reclaim their power and regain control of their destiny through forgiveness, love, and resilience. He will share healing practices, the importance of forgiveness, and how important it is to work on yourself and rise!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Elaine Brown, DNP, WHNP-BC, RN is a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner in a New York urban clinic serving diverse women across the spectrum. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Women’s Health and a master's degree from Stony Brook University, specializing in Women's Health and Perinatology. Almost 25 years in women's health, and CEO and founder for Ever Integrative Women’s Health NP- PC. She will discuss importance of women’s health, treatments, services she provides and share helpful information about pre-menopausal, and menopause.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with C. Lynn Williams, a transformational author, educator, speaker, and parent coach who specializes in bridging the relational gaps that often exist within families. She spent her 13-year professional career as a high school and college educator, where she witnessed the critical role of family in shaping long-term success.  She has an MBA and over two decades in corporate America. She will share the practical ways boys are taught, offer advice on how to raise sons who are emotionally aware, resilient, and more confident!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Toni King, a nationally recognized Medicare expert, columnist, and author of The Medicare Survival Guide. She has helped over 25,000 Americans navigate Medicare successfully. Toni explains how common enrollment mistakes can limit access to doctors, prescriptions, and treatments, which directly affect health outcomes. She will help bring about awareness of Medicare, mistakes, current issues related to fraud, how critical it is to be informed for your loved ones and yourself.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Robin Blackstone, a physician, and health-systems writer based in New York who has trained and practiced as a surgeon, held senior leadership roles in academic medicine, global health organizations as well as a senior medical affairs role at Johnson & Johnson. She believes artificial intelligence and systems redesign could fundamentally restructure American healthcare. She will discuss AI importance, the ways it can be used and rise above the fear of AI.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with George Lee, a Vancouver-based divorce lawyer, author, and life coach who helps parents raise confident, future-ready children. Drawing on years of family-focused legal practice and coaching, he translates psychology and neuroscience into practical tools for everyday parenting. His latest work is Smart Parenting 5.0.  He holds a master's in English literature and a Juris Doctor, along with a life-coach certification.  He will share importance of raising children to meet the current technology and world and explain how to rise to AI and learn ways to adjust.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Suzanne Liff, Emeritus Professor of reading at Nassau Community College, and a former teacher and district chairperson of special education. She has been published in several professional journals and is the author of three groundbreaking developmental reading textbooks for college students for McGraw-Hill. Her latest work is Smarter Than You Think: Accessing Your Personal Powers to Triumph in College. She will share about one's personal power to triumph in college, explain how important it is for students, and encourage you to rise! 

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, who is also a registered nurse who represents the 46th Council District in Brooklyn. Her community office has notably become one of the highest in serving constituents in NYC.  She secured millions of dollars in city funding to upgrade and renovate parks, libraries, and schools across the district. She championed legislation including a bill to enhance health outcomes. She will share how to become a council member, her role, responsibilities and how you can rise and serve in your community!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Jeremy M. Liff, a board-certified neurologist specializing in stroke, brain aneurysms, and venous outflow conditions, with expertise in medical and catheter-based treatments. He earned B.A. from Johns Hopkins, M.D. from SUNY Upstate, and completed his residency at Albert Einstein/Montefiore, serving as Chief Resident. Dr. Liff is proud to serve patients across the Tri-State Area. He will share about the rising of stroke in young adults, warning signs, complications, and discuss ways to prevent this from occurring.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Kooch Daniels, who holds an MA in psychology and over four decades of experience teaching tarot, astrology, chakras, and transformational practices. She will talk about show to feel aligned, supported, and clear with the help of intuitive professional and mind–body guide and share how tuning into intuition strengthens confidence, discuss decision-making, and help you rise to set intentions that feel more connected to the direction you're choosing for your life!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dwayne J. Clark, who argues that for people 50+, the real “new you” starts with three things: how you wake up, how you care for yourself, and how prepared you are for a rapidly changing healthcare landscape. He is the CEO/Founder of 39 Aegis Living communities across the West Coast. A longevity expert and co-author of “The Miracle Morning After 50,” he will share the science of the first hour, why burnout accelerates aging, and how purpose and presence protect health!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Eric Oliver, a Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago, who studies American politics, public opinion, political psychology, local politics, racial attitudes, and the politics of science. He spent two decades teaching The Intelligible Self a class that blends Buddhism, psychology, cognitive science, and evolutionary theory to help students understand the hidden machinery of their own minds. He will explain how to know yourself and explore ways you can change your mindset to understand your own being!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Lindsey Glass, who grew up in New York City, and holds her B.A. from Johns Hopkins University and her M.A. from New York University. She is an author, screenwriter, and co-founder of Reach Out Recovery. Lindsey has written screenplays, TV shows, and co-produced award-winning documentaries, including The Secret World of Recovery and The Silent Majority. She will share about relationship/wounds and how she got help, learning how to rebuild trust and rekindle a genuine relationship between mother and daughter, who were able to find purpose and rise above their past!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Marlene Lofters-Dinham, DNP, RN, who grew up in Jamaica, West Indies. Pursuing a degree in Computer Science at Brooklyn College and worked for several years in banking before nursing. Her current role is Associate Director of Nursing Education Research and president of Jamaica Nurses Group NY, Inc. (JNGNY) since 2012. She will share about the forming of Jamaica nurses' group, its mission, services, ongoing efforts and share future goals. 

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Emilio M. Justo, a Cuban refugee turned trailblazing ophthalmologist and cosmetic surgeon for over three decades.  As a TED X speaker with a mission to inspire others, he shares the principles of resilience, patience, and purposeful passion.  He will discuss how the importance of success isn’t about the hustle;  the pause is more important, and give advice as it pertains to the pause, his book, and how you, too, can continue to rise!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Nick Stevens, who made a hobby of fatherhood and family. When he lost a daughter to an avalanche in 2008, he realized he wanted to spend the rest of his life sharing his knowledge and experiences as a dad with other men. Over 18 years now, he has led his own men’s ministries and spoken publicly about fatherhood.  He will share the true value of fatherhood and how to help other fathers to rise!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Andy Roberts, one of the Directors of the Jah Jah foundation. He has been on the board of directors for the past 10 years.  The Jah Jah Foundation is a nonprofit organization that has been participating in uplifting of Jamaica since 2007 through the vision of Dr. Trevor Dixon, CEO and Founder. He will share about the forming of Jah Jah Foundation including its mission, services, ongoing efforts, and future goals of the organization.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Chris Capuano, who is living proof that your starting point doesn’t define your finish line. He walked away from a stable six-figure career in the trades to chase something bigger: freedom, ownership, and impact. He didn’t have investors or shortcuts. What he had was drive, grit, and the unshakable mindset that there is no ceiling on what you can build. He will share his journey and how you too can start building your life!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Beverly Tatum who was the president emerita of Spelman College. She served as the ninth president of Spelman from 2002–2015. Her visionary leadership as president was recognized in 2013 with the Carnegie Academic Leadership Award. In 2014 she received the Award for Outstanding Lifetime Contribution to Psychology, the highest honor presented by the American Psychological Association. She shares ways to support college students, connect, and develop programs to address mental health crisis and provide advise how to rise above it!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Anne Hand, who holds a Bachelor of Science degree from McGill University and a Master of Education degree from Harvard University. She has spent her career blending research, policy, and practice to create social impact in the Americas and beyond. She will share importance of belonging, and how family history defines us.  They discuss her book and empower others that we cannot change the past but instead live in the present!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Jack Gindi, known as Papa Jack, who has lived a story of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. Through his online I Believe In Me, Four Pillars, and LIFE framework programs, he offers practical tools for parents, teens, and young adults to thrive. He proves that our greatest losses can become our most meaningful contributions to life and rise above!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Bobby Hoffman, a University of Central Florida (UCF) professor, researcher, and author who specializes in motivation science and solving the mysteries of human behavior. Performance consulting for some of the world's most successful companies including General Electric, NBC, KPMG, and the NBA, he shares about societal pressure to find your passion, share his expertise, explore motivation, and get a better understanding of what drives passion. He will share tools that are research based to help YOU become your better self and rise!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Philip Agrios, a Self-Sabotage Expert, Business Consultant, Best-Selling Author, and International Speaker who is a retired board-certified sports chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner who specialized in autoimmune disease. He explains self-sabotage, share the T-NOW Method, how to stop self-sabotage, and provide examples as he has his own experience. Learn how to prevent self-sabotage and overcome!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Sharon Gordon, an award-winning producer and actress, storyteller, audio book narrator, acclaimed journalist, publicist, promoter and special event coordinator whose exemplary talents are represented in print, on radio and within the Jamaican Diaspora as a community leader and cultural influencer.  Today, they talk about her movie, book and share the importance of preserving cultural heritage. It’s never too late to get involved and serve in your community, while promoting your culture.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Alla Kaluzhny, a licensed therapist, certified hypnotherapist, and award-winning author. She will talk about how who we were before shapes who we are now our relationships, fears, patterns, and choices. Her book “Turning the Pages” won a silver medal in the 2024 International Book Awards. Alla shares the importance of self-discovery. It can help you overcome and rise above past life impact when you focus on the positives!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Vita Oyler, a Rehabilitation Counselor who has specialized in chronic pain for over 35 years after developing a chronic painful condition known as RSD (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy). Holds a MS Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and currently working towards a PhD. She shares about her journey, learning to laugh more despite her challenges, discussing treatments that work better for her and inspire others to be hopeful and laugh more.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Jodi Velazquez, who was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Robert Morris University with a bachelor’s degree in marketing communications, emphasizing non-fiction writing. Her latest book, an award-winning self-help memoir called Know the Enemy: Preventing Weight Gain, Diabetes and Disease, is a collection of 16 years of documenting her young daughter manage diabetes. She will share about her journey with daughter, discuss some nutritional habits, shares simple, practical nutrition tips to help you. You too can rise above and manage your child’s diabetes.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Richard Ramos, with a career spans from working as a correctional officer in state and federal prisons, to serving as a juvenile hall instructor, at-risk school counselor, and founding director of multiple community organizations. His decades of service have earned him recognition from the White House, U.S. Congress, California State Assembly, and he's been inducted into Morehouse College's Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapels Board. He will share ways to improve communication, set healthy boundaries, create environment where their kids feel safe, and how to be the kind of dad your children need!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Lisa Triggs, author of “The Menopause Mindshift: How I Unleashed My Inner Queen, And You Can Too!" From mindset shifts to lifestyle adjustments, her approach empowers women to take charge of their well-being, no matter the temperature. Lisa’s insights make it easier to navigate menopause with grace and resilience. Lisa will talk about menopause, her personal journey, and things that were most helpful for her. Learn to overcome the challenges and navigate menopause with a different mindset!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Helen Sheehy, who worked as a dramaturg, written a theatre textbook, and authored biographies of three theatre pioneers. Sheehy taught theatre and acting at Southern Connecticut State University for more than two decades. After spending years writing non-fiction, she has turned to her earliest love, telling stories. She lives in Hamden, Connecticut. Just Willa is her first novel. She will share about being a biographer, latest book, and love for knowledge. She provides advice for those individuals who are interested in becoming a biographer and rising in that career!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Beatty Carmichael, author of “The Prayer of Freedom,” who reveals how unforgiveness is often the hidden root behind relationship conflicts, chronic pain, migraines, and emotional challenges. Working with recovering addicts who experienced extreme abuse, Beatty developed a simple process to help: 3 steps to forgive anyone for anything even those who are unforgivable.  He will share why so many people stay stuck and how anyone can experience real, lasting healing by targeting the root issue. Learn how to rise above forgiveness and restore your peace.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Sabrina Ciceri, a self-confessed go-getter! She fulfilled a lifelong dream by opening the evolutionary wellness center in Lady Lake, Florida, 'Immunity Health.'  Through her own life experience as a nurse, certified fitness instructor, magazine publisher, author, and extremely proud mom, she will share her experiences, explain how to change trauma into strength, build your own loving family, heal and rise above toxic relationships!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Certified Senior Advisor® and Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist®, Debbie C. Miller,  author of “Doing the Right Thing: Simple Solutions, Essential Tips, & Helpful Resources for Assisting Aging Loved Ones,” who has over 30 years of experience guiding families through the emotional and logistical maze of senior care. She will share why it is important to have a plan, provide useful steps, and guidance in navigating dealing with aging parents!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Claudia Rowe, who has been writing about the hallways where kids and government clash for more than 30 years. Rowe has also written for The New York Times, Mother Jones, and Amazon Original Stories. She is a member of the editorial board at The Seattle Times, where she writes about foster care, juvenile justice, and public education.  She shares her experiences as a journalist, data, and real experiences about foster care and explains how we can make a difference despite the predictions and continue to have hope.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Gregory Mohr, CEO and Founder of Franchise Maven, an entrepreneur and Wall Street Journal Best Selling author.  Gregory's journey from a seasoned micro-electric circuit engineer to the CEO and founder of a franchise empire is nothing short of inspiring. He talks about his personal experiences, explains how you can escape corporate grind and take control with advice on things to avoid and how you can fund your franchise today and rise!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Kelly Hilaire, NP, RN, who obtained his Bachelor of Science in Nursing and FNP from Long Island University. Today, he has his own practice that he operates focused on community-based clinic focused on preventive care, serving across Queens and Long Island. He strives to provide accessible, compassionate care that addresses both physical health and social well-being. He is the founder of Grace Bible Ministry and The Prayer Room, faith-based initiatives committed to empowering and uplifting the community through daily prayer gatherings, who talks about how to lend a helping hand by sharing  his journey and the difference he is making in his community!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Marjorie Bon Homme, clinical laboratory director, translational scientist with a record of leadership, research, and innovation in laboratory medicine, clinical chemistry, and toxicology. Over two decades of experience, she currently serves as Chief Scientist and Laboratory Director at Acutis Diagnostics in Hicksville, NY, where she also holds the title of Executive Vice President. They talk about promoting health in Haiti and bring about awareness, and how anyone can get involved and make a difference!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Elaine Allen Landy, an entrepreneur, health and wellness coach, and former Miss Universe Jamaica contestant who proves that transformation is possible at any stage of life. She is the author of The Ageless Athlete: How to Stay Fit and Healthy at Any Age and Who's Marrying a 57-Year-Old Woman, a deeply personal memoir about love and rediscovery in her 50s. She is the co-founder of Vybe Vault R&B, supporting reviving R&B music by spotlighting emerging artists. She shares her journey, experiences in Miss Universe 2024 Jamaica, current involvement in showcasing R&B music talent, proving that age isn’t anything, but a number!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Alia Dastagier, a former reporter for USA Today who frequently covers gender and mental health. She was one of eight U.S. recipients of the prestigious Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health Journalism. She won a first-place National Headliner Award for a series on suicide and was the first winner of the American Association of Suicidology’s Public Service Journalism Award. She is the author of book, To Those Who Have Confused You to Be a Person: Words as Violence and Stories of Women’s Resistance Online. She believes we should talk openly to help others rise above this psychological and physical impact it can have on others.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Florence Ann Romano, a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman who is an advisor and the Vice President of Business Strategy for Yakkety Yak. She is a Director on the Foundation Board at Lurie Children's Hospital as well as a proud member of the Board of Directors at Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street’s Leadership Council. Her latest book is 'Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life (Beyond Words).'   She will share how using empathy to diffuse tension and ways to have better conversations. She believes it will help to strengthen relationships.

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Kendra Thomas, an associate professor of psychology at Hope College. She earned a PhD in Educational Psychology with a focus on Human Development from Ball State University.  She studies virtue development and adolescent perceptions of justice. For the past ten years, she has collaborated with the South African non-profit, iThemba Projects, conducting pro-bono program evaluations to support their intervention development. She will talk about the difference between hope and optimism, and how you can understand mindset needed to rise above hard times!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Samuel K. Bentil, the Senior Director of Construction Disputes & Advisory (Delay & Quantum) at Ankura Consulting Group. He is the author of Avoid Construction Disputes - 10 Principles to Collaborate Effectively to Achieve On-Time and On-Budget Project Objectives. He holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA from the Bob Gaglardi School of Business & Economics at Thompson Rivers University. He has worked on projects of all sizes, including a $15 billion LNG facility. He will share how to avoid conflict in construction, how to ensure proper steps are taken to avoid potential disagreements, and ways you can use to resolve disputes to rise above!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Kathy Allan RN, HN-BC, HTCP/I-R, SEP, Gutsy Nurses Founder, Board Certified Holistic Nurse, a retired Healing Touch Certified Practitioner/Instructor and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. She served on the faculty of Beyond Ordinary Nursing and taught Integrative Imagery to nurses. In addition to Healing Touch, her energy medicine studies have included Rosalyn Bruyere’s three-year Energy Medicine Training. Kathy is a member of the Screen Actors Guild and has appeared in theater and in films. She also does Stand-Up Comedy. Here to talk about current issues in health care as it pertains to profit in healthcare. Issues such as burnout, exhaustion, better ways to improve work environments, and create back hope in health care!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with William A. Keyes IV, PhD., who was a White House Senior Policy Advisor. In 2001, he established the Institute for Responsible Citizenship, the crowning achievement of his professional life. He has been an advisor and mentor to more than 300 young men, who are now Rhodes Scholars, Fulbright Scholars, doctors, lawyers, professors, and community leaders. Author of  “The Stories They Hear: Expecting Greatness as the Key to Success” reveals the transformative impact mentorship can have. He will share his story, experiences, talk about Rhodes Scholars program, and how it has helped others. While encourage others to join this prestige group and rise!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Trisha Bailey, a Jamaican-born entrepreneur, philanthropist, and public speaker who is the richest Jamaican-born woman. She is an education activist and owns half of an island, as well as commercial and residential properties in the United States and Jamaica. She got her bachelor’s degree from University of Connecticut, where she lit the track as a star athlete and holds a master's degree in business administration and Doctorate in management in organizational leadership. She is the author of the book 'Unbroken' and oversees 16 successful companies. She will share her journey to becoming who she is today, share advice, empower women and others to rise above and create their own YES!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Edward L. Jones III, an award-winning writer in advertising and higher education. Ed served as a community columnist for the Charlotte Observer. Edward is on a journey to share information about a particular medication, share a story about his friend that ultimately led to the unexpected. He is the author of “Medication, Mental Illness, and Murder: What Really Killed the Crespi Twins”. He will share his personal experience and how he overcame medications, mental illness, and the danger it can pose. He wants others to be aware of signs & symptoms that may be your only warning sign!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Brandon Bishop, a disruptor, visionary, and the founder of TrueEQ, a movement redefining human connection in a world obsessed with status and superficiality. Drawing from a lifetime of navigating toxic relationships, emotional isolation, and institutional power struggles, he built TrueEQ to elevate emotional intelligence as the cornerstone of personal growth, corporate culture, and social change.  A former educator with a graduate degree in secondary education, he shares about emotional intelligence, his journey, and challenges. He listened to his inner voice, and today lead with empathy, which is the mission of his company.  Changing your mind set and encouraging every person to lead with EI and rise!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Ofer Levy, who was born to and raised by the artist Benjamin Levy and music composer Hannah Levy in New York City, and graduated from Bronx High School of Science and Yale College.  Dr. Levy entered the Medical Scientist Training Program at New York University School of Medicine and earned his PhD. Dr. Levy serves on the FDA Vaccines and Related Biologic Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) and participated in the Emergency Use Authorization and approval of COVID vaccines.  He will share his journey, knowledge, expertise, and explain the benefits vs. the risk, and inform the public why it is so important to get vaccinated!

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Linda Gannaway, an expert at helping people stop procrastinating, achieve their goals, and establish new habits. A former procrastinator herself, Linda also spent five years studying procrastination and wrote the most comprehensive book available: “FINALLY Stop Procrastinating.” Dr. Linda learned how to get unstuck, and now as a "recovering procrastinator," she's on a mission to help others do the same through her book, her teaching, and her coaching. She shares her journey, struggles, research, explain healthy habits, and provide techniques to help you move, pass procrastination and rise!