The Uplift
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The Uplift

Anchored by Tony Dokoupil, The Uplift spotlights stories that inspire, motivate and tug at your heart strings.
202442 episodesTV-Y7
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Episodes

  1. S2024 E1 - The Uplift: Love birds

    January 11, 2024
    21min
    TV-Y7
    A goose who was lonely and grieving after its partner died gets a new friend. A woman's gift to her father becomes a major tourist attraction. Plus, more heartwarming videos.
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  2. S2024 E2 - The Uplift: A snow storm savior

    January 18, 2024
    21min
    TV-Y7
    The woman who saved a man with disabilities during a snowstorm is recognized for her heroic actions. A former inmate builds his business and helps others. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
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  3. S2024 E3 - The Uplift: Daniel Kaluuya and more

    January 26, 2024
    21min
    TV-Y7
    Actor Daniel Kaluuya talks about his newest role - behind the camera. David Begnaud goes to a surprise location in search of a story and finds a man helping others with wooden nickels. Plus, other heartwarming stories.
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  4. S2024 E4 - The Uplift: A Kelce act of kindness

    February 2, 2024
    21min
    TV-Y7
    Jason Kelce makes the day of a McDonald's worker. A social media star uses her platform to educate people about ALS. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
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  5. S2024 E5 - The Uplift: A match made in heaven

    February 9, 2024
    20min
    TV-PG
    A couple born on the same day at the same hospital makes an against-all-odds match on a dating app. A mother mourning the loss of her son makes a connection to a 5-year-old stranger. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
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  6. S2024 E6 - The Uplift: Who inspires you?

    February 23, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    "The Uplift" asks people in downtown St. Louis: "Who inspires you?" Their powerful answers are a reminder of what is important in life. Plus, a barber shop aims to give its employees a second chance in life. And a mom who sought to find a calming space for her son with autism ends up creating a magical place for people of all ages.
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  7. S2024 E7 - The Uplift: What is love?

    March 1, 2024
    21min
    TV-Y7
    The Uplift asks couples from across the country what they love most about each other - and there is no shortage of heartwarming answers. Steve Hartman honors the person who goes "On The Road" with him as he covers inspiring stories. Plus, a stranger's acts of kindness in the Atlanta airport makes an impact.
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  8. S2024 E8 - The Uplift: An act of forgiveness

    March 8, 2024
    22min
    TV-Y7
    Two women brought together by tragedy form a friendship and teach a lesson in forgiveness. A firefighter-paramedic helps with two separate home births, then realizes the babies she delivered are related. Plus, David Begnaud takes us to a surprise city where he meets a marine biologist with an inspiring story.
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  9. S2024 E9 - The Uplift: Unconditional love

    March 15, 2024
    21min
    TV-Y7
    A couple shares their blended family's message of unconditional love. A TikTok star named Alex the Great gets widespread attention. Plus, go inside a museum of oddities.
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  10. S2024 E10 - The Uplift: Nothing but net

    March 22, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    Nets star Mikal Bridges fulfills his dream of teaching by working at a school in Brooklyn for the day. A doctor overcomes the odds to help other survivors of catastrophic injuries. Plus, behind the scenes of Drew Barrymore's talk show, and more heartwarming stories.
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  11. S2024 E11 - The Uplift: Dapper Wednesdays

    April 5, 2024
    22min
    TV-Y7
    A trendsetting third grader creates a school tradition to don dapper outfits on Wednesdays. A retiree makes it her mission to thank those who may be in thankless jobs. Plus, more heartwarming and inspiring stories.
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  12. S2024 E12 - The Uplift: A bad weather friend

    April 12, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    Spencer, the official mascot of the Boston Marathon, is honored by his community. David Begnaud introduces us to a woman who calls herself a "bad weather friend" - because she's there when you need her most. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
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  13. S2024 E13 - The Uplift: So much to give

    April 19, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    A mom worried about her son with autism opens an inclusive cafe that employs people with disabilities. The community around Paradise, California, rallies behind a woman whose beloved pet was stolen. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
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  14. S2024 E14 - The Uplift: An angel officer

    April 26, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    A police officer becomes a guardian angel for a little girl struggling at school. A New Jersey toddler goes viral for the way she speaks, bringing joy and laughs to millions. A 7-year-old makes history at the rodeo. Plus, more inspiring stories.
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  15. S2024 E15 - The Uplift: Finding purpose

    May 3, 2024
    20min
    TV-PG
    A widower finds a new purpose - in a Publix - after losing his wife. Then, volunteers in Southern California gather to work at a drive-thru that serves nutritious foods for those in need.
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  16. S2024 E16 - The Uplift: Strangers in San Antonio

    May 10, 2024
    20min
    TV-PG
    David Begaud heads to a surprise city on a mission to find a story in 48 hours - and he meets three strangers with powerful messages to share. A heroic cowboy teaches a lesson in modesty. Plus, more heartwarming news stories.
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  17. S2024 E17 - The Uplift: A generous gift

    May 17, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    A mom gives her teenage daughter a lifesaving gift that strengthens their bond. A barista gets a meaningful gift from a stranger who wanted to reward her for her kindness. Plus, other good news.
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  18. S2024 E18 - The Uplift: Marking milestones

    May 31, 2024
    22min
    TV-PG
    A look back at the history of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition and a behind-the-scenes peek at the 2024 cover that featured "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King. Plus, more heartwarming news.
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  19. S2024 E19 - The Uplift: A chain of giving

    June 7, 2024
    22min
    TV-PG
    When his friend needed a kidney, he stepped up to help, and even though he wasn't a match, he was able to start a chain of giving. Plus, a toddler goes viral for her "Golden Girls" hairstyle, and a Harvard Law School graduate gives back to those on campus who may be overlooked.
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  20. S2024 E20 - The Uplift: Cow hugs

    June 14, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    Travel to the Gentle Barn, where animals go to recover from trauma - then they help humans do the same. Visit a grocery store in New Orleans, where a simple conversation between strangers led to a life-changing connection. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
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  21. S2024 E21 - The Uplift: An unlikely friendship

    June 21, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    A ghostwriter forms an unlikely friendship with an 86-year-old man while recording his life story. A young athlete suffers a life-changing injury, but instead of letting it end his athletic career, he decides to find a way to adapt. Plus more heartwarming news.
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  22. S2024 E22 - The Uplift: Pride Month love stories

    June 28, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    A couple of Swifties use their love of Taylor Swift to give back. Two WNBA players go from friends to teammates to fiancées. Plus more heartwarming stories.
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  23. S2024 E23 - The Uplift: Judging from the heart

    July 12, 2024
    20min
    TV-PG
    Judge Frank Caprio, who is known for his compassion and empathy in the courtroom, shares his life story. A California surfer makes waves - because she has four legs and a tail. Plus, a little girl opens a lemonade stand to raise money so she can properly honor her late mother.
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  24. S2024 E24 - The Uplift: Searching for sparkle

    July 19, 2024
    22min
    TV-PG
    A Connecticut movie theater celebrates employees with disabilities all year by searching for their "sparkle" – their unique talents that they can use at work. Plus, a group of college students use their final exam to help a man in need of a home. And more heartwarming news.
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  25. S2024 E25 - The Uplift: Second chances

    July 26, 2024
    21min
    TV-PG
    A man who got a second chance after surviving a lightning strike uses his new lease on life to help others. A Brooklyn crossing guard becomes an icon in her community for making the street her stage. Plus, more heartwarming good news stories.
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