The Rising Above Network
Independent voices.
Collective impact.
We are building a creator-led media network around a shared belief: real people and honest stories can change how we see one another—and what we believe is possible.
Who belongs here
Creators who care about the story—not just the scroll.
PodcastersInterview, narrative, and documentary shows with something real to say.
Video creatorsHuman-centered work built around lived experience, community, and change.
Writers & storytellersOriginal reporting, essays, and voices that deserve a wider audience.
Our first voice
Rising Above
Podcast
Hosted by David Hess. Honest conversations about resilience, purpose, and the experiences that shape us.
Explore the flagship show →Grow with us
A shared mission.
Room for your voice.
Creative identityBring the perspective and personality that make your show yours.
Shared discoveryBuild connections through guest exchanges, cross-promotion, and ideas shared between creators.
Starting honestlyWe are building from one show. Sponsorship income and audience growth are not guaranteed; we’ll discuss expectations and terms together.
Across genresResilience, parenting, blue-collar life, culture, community, and personal growth—all grounded in real human experience.
Applications open
Build with us from the beginning.
Rising Above is growing from one flagship podcast into an independent media organization. Early network creators will help shape what it becomes.
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