Younger but Wiser

Younger but Wiser

by Ripley Rader

Non-Profit Stories for Kids

Season 1

Younger but Wiser: Stella & Self-Care

Today Ripley interviews Stella. Somehow, she manages to be effervescent and rich, wise and lighthearted. Even at 16, her creative eye is unmatched. She’s medicine for the soul.

Younger but Wiser: Scarlett & Trusting Your Instincts

This episode, Ripley dives in with Scarlett. An 17 yr old lover of computer science, cybersecurity and a self-proclaimed “huge nerd”. She’s the kind of young woman you just want to get to know more and more. She’s interesting without pomp and circumstance and her passion to conquer the world is a total inspiration. She’s a runner, plays the cello, and has her own store – check it out on Instagram: scarlett.and.co.

Younger but Wiser: Ayla & Creativity

This week's episode explores creativity with the one and only Ayla. At 14, she's open and curious and everything necessary to become a creative being. Sitting down with her is a gift.

Younger but Wiser: Lilian & Redefining the Cool Girl

Today’s interview is with Lilian. She's a voice to be reckoned with. She’s smart and passionate and is driven to leave the world better than how she got it. She’s wise beyond her years.

Younger but Wiser: Jackson & Kindness

On today’s episode, Ripley sits down with Jackson. At 16, Jackson has this innate ability to get to the heart of the matter without verbal clutter. She drops these flashes of brilliance likes it's nothing and you realize that in her simplicity is an ocean of evolution and true wisdom. It feels like Jackson is plugged in and to have the opportunity to sit down with her is a gift.

Younger but Wiser: Irene & Failure

Today’s interview is with Irene; the incredible host of her own podcast “I Wanna Be Her When I Grow Up”. She’s 15 and funny and smart and joyful and grounded. Along with everything else, she just put out an album, “Do Better”. She's one to watch.

Younger but Wiser: Maya & Radical Self-Acceptance

Today’s interview is with Maya. At 16, Maya has a profound understanding of the world around her. Her insight is revelatory. Her spirit and energy is addictive and you just want more and more of her. An artist, academic leader, and advocate for social justice, Maya is one to watch.

Younger But Wiser: Sadie & Friendships

This episode features the incredible Sadie. She’s 17 and amazing and all heart. She’s the kind of friend who will be the first one to throw confetti to celebrate you and the first one to sit with you, rubbing your back while you cry. She’s an artistic whiz - designing and selling gorgeous greeting cards, a trumpet player in a jazz band, singer in choir and a cappella. Sadie is someone who cares about enriching the world around her.

Younger but Wiser: Carina & Perfectionism

In this episode, Ripley talks about perfection with Carina. She's a 15-year-old who has a better sense of the world around her than most 60 year olds. Carina's curiosity, open-mindedness about herself and the world is a lesson for us all.

Younger But Wiser: Trailer

In this season of Younger But Wiser, Ripley spotlights young women of all ages—diving into everything from radical self-acceptance to unapologetically owning their awesomeness. Together, we celebrate each other, challenge each other, and uncover the innate wisdom these young women carry. It’s honest, joyful, and deeply empowering.

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