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DJ Rick Schneider, the host of The Up & Running Morning Show on 98.1FM WKZE, and Caroline Phipps, founder of Living With Inner Elegance, share their thoughts on the challenges of the modern world and suggest practical tools to help us lead more effective and peaceful lives for ourselves and those around us.

2024

Happy Holidays
Sharing the Gift of Kindness
12/20/2024

In a special holiday episode of the Up and Running Morning Show, Rick Schneider and Caroline Phipps, founder of Living with Inner Elegance, discuss the importance of kindness as a valuable gift, highlighting its contagious nature and benefits like improved well-being and community connection. She shares personal experiences and expresses optimism for increased collective kindness in 2025, even in everyday situations. Listeners are encouraged to practice simple acts of kindness to create a positive ripple effect. The episode emphasizes the significance of kindness, especially in light of recent societal divisiveness and isolation. Caroline believes the holiday season is an ideal time to promote kindness, inviting listeners to join the kindness revolution through her website, carolinephipps.com.

Real Man vs Fake Man
Defining Today’s Masculinity
11/26/2024

In this episode of the Up and Running Morning Show on 98.1 KZE, host Rick and Caroline Phipps, founder of Living with Inner Elegance, discuss the complexities of gender roles and societal expectations regarding masculinity and femininity. Caroline shares her upbringing on a farm in England and the challenges she faced after her father's sudden passing, including legal battles with her brother. The conversation highlights the issues of toxic masculinity and emphasizes embracing individual traits like courage and empathy over gender labels. The episode promotes inclusivity, kindness, and unity, encouraging listeners to foster diversity and character integrity in their lives.

Feeling Overwhelmed?
It’s Not Surprising
10/24/2024

In this episode of Up and Running Morning Show episode on 98.1 KZE, host Rick and Caroline Phipps, founder of Living with Inner Elegance, discuss the distinction between stress and overwhelm, identifying triggers like everyday pressures and significant global events. Caroline shares a personal story illustrating the beauty found amid chaos, while Rick encourages embracing life's natural cycles. They also reflect on the enriching nature of joyful experiences, such as parenthood. Caroline offers practical advice for managing being overwhelmed and prioritizing well-being. She also invites listeners to explore her website for resources and a free coaching session. The episode aims to inspire listeners to transform overwhelming situations into opportunities for growth.

MIND WHAT YOU SAY
THE AWESOME POWER OF WORDS
09/25/2024

In this episode, Caroline Phipps, founder of Living with Inner Elegance, speaks with host Rick Schneider about finding meaning in life. They discuss the significance of passion and dedication for fulfillment, and Caroline reflects on the innocence of childhood, contrasting it with adult struggles for meaning, using Kafka's "The Metamorphosis" as a reference. The conversation touches on younger generations valuing experiences over material wealth. Caroline offers practical advice for a purposeful life, including being present, practicing kindness, and appreciating simple pleasures. She also encourages listeners to explore resources on her website, such as a free coaching session. The episode aims to inspire listeners to discover their purpose and live With Inner Elegance.

CARING
Why Should I Care? The Complexities of Caring.
08/22/2024

In this episode of the Up and Running Morning Show, Rick and Caroline Phipps discuss the complexities of caring. Caroline shares a story about a woman who struggles with delivering a package, leading to a conversation about the psychological aspects of caring, including overburdening and enabling others. Rick emphasizes the significance of small acts of kindness. They also explore the emotional challenges like guilt and fear of judgment associated with caring, encouraging listeners to reflect on their motivations. The episode concludes with a message about the positive impact of caring actions and the concept of "pay it forward."

Life
What’s the Point?
07/25/2024

Caroline Phipps, founder of Living with Inner Elegance, discusses the meaning of life in this episode. She highlights the importance of passion and kindness, shares her childhood experiences, and uses Kafka's "The Metamorphosis" to explore finding purpose. Caroline offers practical tips for living meaningfully and invites listeners to visit carolinephipps.com for resources and a free coaching session. Tune in for insights on purpose and elegance..

Simple Things
Where Have You Gone?
06/27/2024

During today’s episode of the Up and Running Morning Show on 98.1 KZE, Caroline Phipps and Rick discussed embracing life's simple pleasures, finding joy in everyday moments, and making conscious choices to enhance happiness. Caroline shared stories about the importance of being present and appreciating simple rituals, while Rick emphasized the significance of reconnecting with our hearts and finding a balance between intellect and joy. The episode concluded with Caroline inviting listeners to savor daily moments and explore her website, carolinephipps.com, for further insights and resources.

The Seduction of Bad News
If It Bleeds, It Leads
05/23/2024

In this episode, Rick Schneider, the host of the Up and Running Morning Show on 98.1 WKZE, and Caroline Phipps, the founder of Living with Inner Elegance, for an insightful discussion on "The Seduction of Bad News". Caroline delves into the historical and psychological reasons behind our attraction to negative headlines and the concept of negative bias.

Listen!
WHAT DO YOU HEAR?
04/25/2024

In this episode of the Up and Running Morning Show, host Rick hosts Caroline Phipps, founder of Living with Inner Elegance, for a riveting conversation about an oft-ignored quality-- listening. As opposed to merely hearing, they delve into the lost art of active listening. Be part of this profound journey of understanding how active and intent listening can transform personal and professional relationships.

Good Trouble
Peace Isn’t Peace Until It’s for Everyone
03/28/2024

In a world where one man's freedom fighter is another man's terrorist, making the decision to resist or desist matters, because how we resist or desist matters to everyone.

Integrity
Who Are You in Private?
02/22/2024

Integrity has always been a challenge, but in today’s “post shame” atmosphere, aspirations and dignity of integrous behavior are under assault when stepping on others creates unprecedented collective suffering.

Caroline Phipps

Going it Alone
You Might Not Get There
01/24/2024

So why do we face the significant issues that, such as climate change, polarization, and pandemic residue, require collaboration and cooperation to address, so many are still choosing to go it alone?

Caroline Phipps

2023

Soon, The FULL 2023 Archive

With Gratitude
Together, We’ve Come A Long Way
12/29/2023

"Be open to the fact that we are all human, yet we don’t see the world the same way.
There is so much to be learned from another point of view.

Caroline Phipps

It's Your Life
Live it
11/28/2023

In this heartwarming episode, host Rick and guest Caroline discuss the challenges of modern life and the importance of staying true to oneself. They share inspiring stories and practical advice for maintaining joy and authenticity. Don't miss the upcoming episode of the 'Home From Here' podcast featuring Rick and Caroline in episode 96. For further guidance in holistic healing and elegant living, visit Caroline's website at carolinephipps.com.

talk to me
the communications crisis
10/26/2023

Welcome to the Up and Running Morning Show on 98.1 KZE! In this episode, host Rick and Caroline Phipps discuss modern communication in a post-pandemic world. They explore the challenges of digital communication, emphasizing the importance of trust and face-to-face interactions. Caroline suggests adding emojis to convey kindness and highlights the power of music as a universal language. Tune in next month for more insights from Caroline on the Up and Running Morning Show.

Chasing Relevance
Don’t forget about me
09/28/2023

In today's episode, host Rick is joined by Caroline Phipps to explore relevance and authenticity. Caroline discusses the importance of staying true to oneself and fostering genuine connections, emphasizing authenticity and trust for staying relevant. Rick shares his experiences in the radio industry, attributing his success to consistency and authenticity.

DREAM ON
IDEAS IN ACTION CREATE OUR WORLD
08/31/2023

In this episode, Rick welcomes Caroline Phipps, founder of Living with Elegance, to discuss the importance of dreams and creativity. They explore how creative processes can ground us in the present, highlight the impact of dreams and imagination, and share insights on embracing creativity and dreaming big. Caroline also invites listeners to a fun-filled Strut Your Mutt Dog Show at Windrock Farm and leaves them with a message to keep their minds open to new ideas.

SHOWING UP
NOTHING VENTURED, NOTHING GAINED.
07/29/2023

In this episode of the Up and Running Morning Show, host Rick and Caroline Phipps, the founder of Living With Inner Elegance, discuss the importance of showing up and being present. Caroline shares personal experiences and success stories by saying "yes" to opportunities. She emphasizes bringing your best to every situation and highlights the significance of commitment in professional and personal settings. The conversation also touches on the challenges of modern life and the effort behind true success. Caroline offers a free consultation for one email from the audience each month. Don't miss this inspiring discussion on transforming your life and achieving your dreams.every moment.

Elevate Yourself
Bad influence corrupt good habits
06/29/2023

"Elevate Yourself" is an inspiring episode on the Living With Inner Elegance on "Up and Running Morning Show" With Caroline Phipps and Rick Schneider. Caroline and Rick discuss the impact of surrounding ourselves with positive influences. Caroline shares a story from Woodbourne Prison, emphasizing the importance of positive influences in challenging environments. They also highlight the power of supportive communities and offer practical advice on harnessing positive influence in your life.

Feeling Lonely?
05/25/2023

Caroline Phipps, founder of Living With Inner Elegance, and Rick Schneider, DJ of the Up and Running Morning Show on WKZE 98.1 FM Red Hook, NY, will discuss the issue of loneliness and isolation that the COVID pandemic has worsened. She offers practical advice on how to combat loneliness, including reinvigorating human connections and challenging the narrative of loneliness. Caroline emphasizes the value of face-to-face communication and encourages everyone to take back control of societal constructs that promote isolation.

Self-Righteousness
04/27/2023

Caroline Phipps And Rick Schneider discuss self-righteousness in the digital age in a thought-provoking episode. They explore the "Era of Stone Throwers" and its dangers, using a beer brand as an example of the divisive impact of self-righteous beliefs. Caroline proposes redirecting our focus inward, nurturing personal growth, and taking accountability for our actions as the antidote to self-righteousness. This timely and riveting call to love more and hate less is a must-listen.

SELF-ESTEEM
Where does your power come from?
03/23/2023

“When a person is at home in his life, he always has a clear instinct about the shape of outer situations; even in the midst of confusion he can discern the traces of a path forward.”

John O’Donohue: To Bless the Space Between Us

Keeping it Real
What’s Your Reality?
02/15/2023

There are things known and there are things unknown, and in between are the doors of perception.

Aldous Huxley