The Write Your Own Story Podcast
Grab your fav pen ladies, because it’s time to write the story of how your life goes! The Write Your Own Story podcast is here to encourage women to live the life they dream about by sitting with women business owners, game changers, community leaders and friends in the most honest, no perfect allowed, just girls gabbin way, about all things life and womanhood. Stories are rooted in meaning, connection, and understanding and so often are the clues for our future selves. It’s so important for all of us to hear what other women are doing with their lives. Their successes, their struggles, their perseverance, what failure has taught them, how they show up in this world, and what sets their heart on fire. It’s these stories that make us realize we’re not alone and motivate us to take a closer look at our own dreams. I promise it will be down to earth, super real and honest, funny, and feel like we’re all just gabbin over a cup of coffee or a glass (glasses) of wine. At the end of each show, my hope ist women are inspired to block out the societal “should’s” and the inner voices of “Why me?” and “Am I enough?” so they can pick up the pen with confidence and write their own stories of their lives.
The Write Your Own Story Podcast
Shaping Cities, Shaping Lives: The Work Behind ArtWorks with Lisa Saia
In this soul-stirring episode of Write Your Own Story, Betsy sits down with longtime friend and total powerhouse, Lisa Saia—board vice chair of ArtWorks Cincinnati—for an unfiltered, deeply inspiring conversation about purpose, pivots, and the power of public art.
What starts as a fun reunion quickly unfolds into a powerful narrative about civic pride, youth empowerment, and finding your creative purpose—especially in motherhood and beyond. Lisa pulls back the curtain on ArtWorks, a game-changing nonprofit that’s transformed over 300 blank walls into iconic murals across Cincinnati… but the real magic? It’s in the stories behind the art.
From launching the careers of young artists, to bridging socioeconomic divides through creativity, to revitalizing entire neighborhoods—ArtWorks is proof that art isn’t just beautiful, it’s impactful.
Betsy and Lisa get real about loss, resilience, the truth behind our perfectly curated lives, and what happens when women choose authenticity over expectation. This episode is a love letter to Cincinnati, to community, and to every woman who's ever wondered if the seeds they’ve planted will bloom.
If you’ve ever questioned your timing, your path, or your impact—this one’s for you.
🎧 Tune in to learn:
- How public art fuels economic growth and civic pride
- The surprising origins of ArtWorks and its ripple effects on communities
- Why real community starts with vulnerability—and how women can lead the way
- How to get involved with ArtWorks (no paintbrush required)
- The unexpected gifts that come with every life pivot
Whether you're a creative, a mother, a dreamer, or all three—this conversation will leave you re-rooted in your purpose.
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