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July 9, 2025

A Taste of the Gulf Coast with Lucy Buffet

In this edition of "Living It Up with Lenise," we dive into a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Lucy Buffett, renowned restaurateur, author, and famous sister of Margaritaville singer Jimmy Buffett. Lucy shares the jo...

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June 6, 2025

News Anchor Kym Anderson, When the Story Becomes Personal

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, veteran journalist Kim shares her harrowing experience of witnessing a shooting at her daughter’s final dance recital at the Sanger Theater in Mobile, Alabama. What should have be...

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May 7, 2025

The Heart of Fashion: Behind the Scenes at Sway with Whitney Gordon

In this episode of "Living It Up with Lenise," we delve into the vibrant world of fashion with Whitney, a seasoned buyer and stylist at Sway, a charming boutique nestled in downtown Fairhope. With a decade of experience under her belt, Whitney shares...

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March 27, 2025

Warrior Within: Gabriela Mclain’s Secrets to Strength at Any Age

In this episode of Living It Up with Lenise, fitness expert Gabriela Mclain reveals celebrity training insights from her work on “The Woman King” movie, sharing her transformative journey from athlete to coach. She tackles topics like social...

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Nov. 21, 2024

Sisters in TV Journalism: From Cave Work to TV News

What drives two sisters to excel in the competitive world of journalism? In this episode of Living It Up with Lenise, I’m chatting with Ashlyn Mitchell and Claudia Nichols, both dedicated news reporters at FOX10 News. They reveal how their faith and...

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Oct. 6, 2024

Leveraging Your Voice: Growing Your Business Through Podcasting

In this episode of "Living It Up with Lenise," join Lenise Ligon as she reintroduces herself and her podcast, focusing on the power of podcasting for business growth. Joined by fellow podcaster Rod Cate, Lenise shares insights on how to use your...

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July 27, 2024

From Entrepreneurship to USA Boxing Presidency

In this episode of Lenise Ligon interviews Tyson Lee, a boxing enthusiast and the current president of USA Boxing. Tyson's journey in boxing began at a young age, as he grew up boxing and continued his passion for the sport while studying at West...

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May 22, 2024

Sushi with a Purpose: Making a Difference, One Roll at a Time

Can cooking up fine seafood and sharing eternal hope go hand in hand? In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise hear the story of Laura and Rayza, the inspirational owners of Rayza's Restaurant in coastal Alabama. Discover how they blend their...

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Feb. 8, 2024

Cultivating Inner Peace and Living Your Purpose with Tate Sutton

In this episode of Lenise Ligon interviews Tate Sutton, a yoga instructor, retreat leader, and health coach based in Fairhope, AL. Tate shares her journey from a decade in fashion/travel influencing to making major life changes and discovering...

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Jan. 26, 2024

Rebel Cheese | Redefining Cheese for Dairy-Free Enthusiasts

In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, we are exploring the revolutionary world of Rebel Cheese, a vegan cheese company that is redefining the concept of cheese for dairy-free enthusiasts. The co-owners of the company, Kristen Maitland and Fred...

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Dec. 27, 2023

Finding Happiness and Joy During the Holiday Season with Dr. Michelle…

The holiday season often brings a rollercoaster of emotions - joy, meaning, as well as grief, stress or loneliness. How can we mindfully embrace the full range of experiences? In this episode, licensed clinical social worker Dr. Mishel Rych shares...

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Dec. 23, 2023

Unlocking Healing Through Breathwork w/ Morgan Tyner

Join Lenise Ligon as she explores somatic breathwork with Morgan Tyner, the first certified practitioner in Alabama and Mississippi. Discover how this mind-body breathing approach releases stored stress and trauma. Morgan opens up about how her...

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Nov. 6, 2023

From Pharma to Fresh-Pressed

In this episode of Living It Up with Lenise, I’m chatting with Lorie Ward, owner of Fairhope Juice Company in Alabama, about ditching pharma for cold-pressed juices. Learn Lorie’s secrets to crafting healthy hydrating juices, building a local biz...

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Oct. 6, 2023

From the Newsroom to Far Off Lands: Exploring New Cultures Through Tr…

In this episode, we are going on a journey with reporter Lacey Beasley, who recently traveled to Singapore and Indonesia. It's an intimate conversation on the eye-opening experiences of immersing yourself in different cultures and religions, the...

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Sept. 29, 2023

Blooming Success | Carita Koen’s Journey to a Thriving Landscape Busi…

It’s time for a discussion on the challenges and rewards of owning your own businesses. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, Carita Koen shares the story of how she and her husband started their landscaping business. She offers advice to...

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July 25, 2023

How to Monetize your Wisdom | Mary Henderson

In this latest edition of Living It Up with Lenise we are speaking with Mary Henderson, a branding coach, on how to monetize your brand. You’ll learn how to identify the potential in your brand and turn it into a goldmine. Don’t miss this...

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June 19, 2023

Undaunted Women in Journalism | Brooke Kroeger

Brooke Kroeger is a professor emerita at New York University, where she was the founding director of the Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute and taught from 1998 to 2021. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, Kroeger is talking about her...

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April 29, 2023

Sole to Soul | Reflexology w/ Laurie Azzarella

Discover the healing power of reflexology! In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise we are talking to Laurie Azzarella, a licensed reflexologist and message therapist in Daphne, Alabama. She explains how reflexology works and how it can be...

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Dec. 22, 2022

Dicing Up Salsa Secrets | Tony’s Tejas Salsa

Anthony Ingram is the man behind Tony’s Tejas Salsa, a Mobile-based company providing fresh salsa to locations around the southeast. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, Ingram shares how his salsa-making journey began and the lessons he...

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Aug. 18, 2022

Pickleball Passion | Heath Underwood on the Sport's Rise

What’s the big deal with pickleball? It seems to be exploding in popularity lately. According to a report from USA Pickleball more than 4.8 million Americans picked up a pickleball racquet last year and despite the COVID pandemic, the sport has...

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July 19, 2022

Juicy Marbles Vegan Steaks | Vladimir Mickovic

Sink your teeth into the future of plant-based meat. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise we spoke with Vladimir Mickovic, cofounder of Juicy Marbles, about how their company is creating realistic, mouthwatering vegan steaks. Hear the story...

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July 5, 2022

Vegan Time Food Truck | Alkaline Diets for Beginners

Vegan Time is a food truck that travels the streets of Mobile serving up Alkaline meals. Some of their signature dishes include the Alkaline Vegan Burger, Vegan Crab Cakes, and the Loaded Vegan Nachos. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise, we...

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June 9, 2022

Mushroom Hunting with Tanner “Mushroom Man Tan” Hammond

Have you ever been on a mushroom forage? These fascinating species are all around us. The one cardinal rule when hunting for mushrooms: when in doubt, throw it out. That’s because although mushrooms have many health benefits, they can also be...

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May 11, 2022

Uplifting Girls with Grit and Grace | Fanchon Stinger

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...

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