In this touching return to Zuzu: All Grown Up, Lynn Sanders–Founder of Difference Makers Media, award-winning writer, producer, and storytelling strategist–joins Karolyn Grimes and Dr. Chris Brunell to share a new, deeply personal chapter of her journey. Known for empowering others to tell their stories of impact and compassion, Lynn now opens up about her own experience of healing and awakening after a sudden health crisis. Through her signature blend of honesty and heart, Lynn reveals how slowing down, listening inward, and honoring intuition can be as transformative as any story she’s ever told.

In this episode of Zuzu: All Grown Up, Karolyn Grimes and Dr. Chris Brunell welcome Sal St. George, an award-winning playwright, director, producer, and historian who has spent his life turning laughter into an art form. From interviewing classic legends like Bud Abbott to writing for theater, theme parks, and television, Sal shares incredible stories from a lifetime in entertainment. He reflects on how comedy, creativity, and history intertwine – and how keeping a sense of humor can make life’s journey all the more rewarding.

In this episode, retired New York City firefighter, actor, and author Chris Edwards joins Karolyn Grimes and Dr. Chris Brunell to discuss his experience as one of the first responders on 9/11. Chris shares the tremendous tragedy of that day, along with the hope and resilience he discovered while saving lives. He reflects on the lasting, transformational message he carries and emphasizes the importance of "taking off the blinders", all of which is detailed in his book, Coming Through the Flames: My Life in the FDNY.