Younger but Wiser

This week I sit with Maddie and discuss the journey and challenges of blazing one's own trail. The willingness to leap without knowing exactly what the outcome will be. We dive into how courage and fear go hand in hand - be scared but do it anyway.

This week I sit down with Lorelei and discuss the world's obsession with "pretty" and how teen girls are navigating their way through it. We explore the challenges of the comparison game and how looking inward to develop real connections is where the value lies.

This week I sit down with Eva. A young gorgeous dancer or metaphorically and literally found her voice and how it changed her life - on the stage and beyond. We talk about pushing past the fear of rocking the boat and the vulnerability it takes to put oneself out to the world.

This week I sit down with entrepreneur Ria who started her company, Chai Fresh, at age 17. She talks about how she's often underestimated, driving her to set her goals higher. We talk about how confidence builds more confidence and the importance of persistence and growth.

This week I sat down with Isabel and dive into social media - both the good and the bad. We talk about the vulnerability of posting and how it can serve as inspiration and also the discipline it takes to walk away from social media that doesn't serve and make you feel better about yourself or your life.

This week I sat down with Jordan to talk about what it means to be a good friend, how to know when friendships don't feel quite right and how important it is to show up for the people in your life. We explore how important friendships are how to keep them healthy and strong.

This week I sit down with Niciyah to discuss societal pressures to shrink - not only physically, but energetically. She and I chat about learning how to take up space and embrace our physical bodies in a world that is constantly telling us not to.

This week I sit down with Penny and discuss how important first impressions are and how it translates to the rest of one's life. We discuss how the confidence of young women is often surprising and so deeply important.

Ripley introduces the Season 2 of Younger But Wiser. This season we talk social media pressures, the power of a good handshake, being underestimated, and loving and accepting one's physical body, to name a few. We go deep into being underestimated and how important it is to blaze one's own trail. Join me in getting to know an army of women not afraid to stand out.

Today Ripley talks with Carsyn. At 18 she’s already moving mountains. Carsyn is from Ripley's hometown in West Virginia and is out to take the world by storm. She’s the state’s Distinguished Young Woman of the Year, soloist in her dance company (run by our shared mentor, Mr. Jerry Rose), and a role model for girls in her community. Her understanding of who she is in this world is an INSPIRATION and something we can all learn from.

Today Ripley interviews Stella. Somehow, she manages to be effervescent and rich, wise and lighthearted. Even at 16, her creative eye is unmatched. She’s medicine for the soul.

This episode, Ripley dives in with Scarlett. An 17 yr old lover of computer science, cybersecurity and a self-proclaimed “huge nerd”. She’s the kind of young woman you just want to get to know more and more. She’s interesting without pomp and circumstance and her passion to conquer the world is a total inspiration. She’s a runner, plays the cello, and has her own store – check it out on Instagram: scarlett.and.co.

This week's episode explores creativity with the one and only Ayla. At 14, she's open and curious and everything necessary to become a creative being. Sitting down with her is a gift.

Today’s interview is with Lilian. She's a voice to be reckoned with. She’s smart and passionate and is driven to leave the world better than how she got it. She’s wise beyond her years.

On today’s episode, Ripley sits down with Jackson. At 16, Jackson has this innate ability to get to the heart of the matter without verbal clutter. She drops these flashes of brilliance likes it's nothing and you realize that in her simplicity is an ocean of evolution and true wisdom. It feels like Jackson is plugged in and to have the opportunity to sit down with her is a gift.

Today’s interview is with Irene; the incredible host of her own podcast “I Wanna Be Her When I Grow Up”. She’s 15 and funny and smart and joyful and grounded. Along with everything else, she just put out an album, “Do Better”. She's one to watch.

Today’s interview is with Maya. At 16, Maya has a profound understanding of the world around her. Her insight is revelatory. Her spirit and energy is addictive and you just want more and more of her. An artist, academic leader, and advocate for social justice, Maya is one to watch.

This episode features the incredible Sadie. She’s 17 and amazing and all heart. She’s the kind of friend who will be the first one to throw confetti to celebrate you and the first one to sit with you, rubbing your back while you cry. She’s an artistic whiz - designing and selling gorgeous greeting cards, a trumpet player in a jazz band, singer in choir and a cappella. Sadie is someone who cares about enriching the world around her.

In this episode, Ripley talks about perfection with Carina. She's a 15-year-old who has a better sense of the world around her than most 60 year olds. Carina's curiosity, open-mindedness about herself and the world is a lesson for us all.

In this season of Younger But Wiser, Ripley spotlights young women of all ages—diving into everything from radical self-acceptance to unapologetically owning their awesomeness. Together, we celebrate each other, challenge each other, and uncover the innate wisdom these young women carry. It’s honest, joyful, and deeply empowering.