Raising Emotionally Healthy Sons into Healthier Men

Raising Emotionally Healthy Sons into Healthier Men

Author: 90.3 WHPC April 8, 2026 Duration: 28:06
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!

Tune in to Rise, a weekly conversation from 90.3 WHPC hosted by Dr. Saran Heron, designed to meet you where you are. This isn't about quick fixes or surface-level advice. Instead, each episode creates a space for genuine dialogue on how we can fundamentally shift our perspectives for the better. You’ll hear from a diverse range of guests who share their experiences and insights, all centered on practical ways to build resilience and foster growth. The discussions naturally weave through topics of mental clarity, physical well-being, and personal development, reflecting a holistic view of what it means to truly elevate oneself. The aim is to provide tangible tools and thoughtful reflections that strengthen your approach to daily challenges. By focusing on sustainable self-improvement, this podcast encourages a deeper, more intentional way of living. It’s an ongoing journey we take together, one honest conversation at a time. Join Dr. Heron as we explore how to inspire lasting change, strengthen our inner foundations, and collectively rise to meet our potential.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 108

Rise
Podcast Episodes
Forming of Jamaica Nurses Group of New York, Inc. 1962 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:19
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 c…
Success isn’t about hustle; it’s about the pause! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:17
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 principl…
Importance of Fatherhood and helping others [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:14
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 experienc…
Forming of Jah Jah Foundation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:21
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 parti…
How To Stop Stalling Dreams and Start Building Your Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:22
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, own…
How to Support Students Mental Health on a College Campus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:08
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 wit…
Sense of Belonging [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:24
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 practi…
The importance of raising young children with resilience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:21
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…
Societal Pressure to Find Your Passion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:35
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 consult…
Stop Self-Sabotaging Your Relationships [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:47
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 pract…