Stages

College admissions can feel like a high‑stakes project—but for families, it’s really a transition point. In this episode of Stages , host Emily Grace sits down with Elizabeth “Liz” Stone , CEO of Top Tier Admissions, to reframe the admissions process as something far more meaningful than acceptance letters or rankings. Together, they unpack what selective colleges actually value, where families te...

Having personally experienced my father's battle with dementia and supporting my aging mother, recording the latest episode of Stages, on Cognitive Mental Decline, was emotionally intense yet rewarding.  My conversation with Colleen Jackson from Intent Clinical, a partner of the Grace Team, was a mix of challenging discussions, light moments, valuable insights, and heartfelt emotions.  We del...

The economic landscape has changed and with it has come a shift as employers have regained the power. Listen in as I speak with Michael Sherman Founder of Graduate to Employment. Michael provides strategies and tips to help today's college students find key jobs and coveted internships. Call me at 212-756-1951 or email me at Emily. Grace@Bernstein.com to learn more about the work that the tea...

Listen in as I speak with Bernie Frischer, Eminent Latinist, Roman archaeologist, virtual reality technologist, Classics department chair at various US universities, longtime part-time resident of Rome, and overall bigwig at the American Academy in Rome. Bernie is the Founder and CEO of Flyover Zone - an EdTech company that brings ancient Rome to life for both students and travelers alike. About S...

With summer in full swing, siblings are spending increasingly more time together. Thinking about how to manage sibling relationships, especially when they are your children, can be really tricky. You also have to manage your feelings about someone else relationships. Listen as I speak with Mariana Weiss, parenting consultant, on effective strategies to creating a healthy and happy sibling bond.  ...

Clutter can affect our anxiety levels, sleep, and ability to focus. It can also make us less productive, triggering coping and avoidance strategies that are detrimental to our mind, body, and finances.   Listen in as I speak with Robin Zaino & Irene Gans of 'Just Organize You' as we unpack the ways to organize, plan, and get moving to clear the clutter from our lives.     About Stage...

Life throws a lot at us and, while there is no magic bullet, creating efficiency can help to break down some boundaries that impede our ability to be present in our day to day lives. Listen as Jeff Boyd, Founder of MTE (More Than Energy), and I discuss how removing the barriers to having fun makes for a life filled with greater happiness and tranquility. Jeff talks about the work and branding that...

It's a great time to revisit both your financial and fitness plans. Listen as I speak with Anna Kaiser, fitness trainer to the stars and CEO/Founder of Anna Kaiser Studios. Being both a trainer and choreographer, Anna has great advice for how to stay committed to a program and find something that works for you to get your heart pumping at least 30 minutes a day. Both your financial and fitnes...

What does it take to go from hearing ‘no’ to running a successful business? The lessons from Marvina Robinson, Founder and CEO of B. Stuyvesant Champagne, resonate whatever your stage (whether talking about running your business or your life.) Listen in as we hear about creating a brand, competing with the more established institutions, and generating a loyal following.  Pro tip for making an open...

The question of how to protect children on-line is huge. From cyber bullying and predators to identity theft, the issue is not going away. And, keeping children off of technology doesn’t seem to be the answer. Listen in as I speak with Brian Ebert, Chief Strategy Officer at Hackersjack, about how to address these issues and help our children succeed on-line. Note to All Readers: The information pr...

What if I told you that NFTs might become the future of voting? Listen in as I speak with Charles Allen, Chairman and CEO of BTCS, about cryptocurrencies, NFTs, blockchain and why we should care. Charles explains the different types and why one would invest in any of them. He will also take us through the various use cases. Finally, he addresses some of your questions and concerns around volatilit...

Did you know that a decorative table top encourages curiosity and dialogue? Whether talking about your family’s day, values, current events, or even the latest gossip, a decorative table causes people to sit, talk, and engage. It brings out The Curious.  Join me on this episode of Stages as we speak with Kira Faiman, Founder of Von Gern Home, about how she started her business, why she is so passi...

Do you ever feel like your child's college acceptance is the grade that you are getting for 18 years of parenting? Do we need to start preparing in elementary school? Middle? High school? Birth??   Listen in as I speak with Teru Clavel, best-selling author, journalist, and education consultant to discuss the importance of a strong admissions essay and how to support students during the proces...

You asked and we answered... Listen in as I speak with Liz Zeitler, of NY Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology to discuss skincare and wrinkles in general and then address the more targeted eye and chin areas. Liz walks us through everything from the importance of preventative care to ways to address the damage we have already done. She is full of practical and actionable advice and provides great gui...

With 200 million vaccinations expected by summer and cases of Covid continuing to fall, the question turns to what the world will look like post pandemic and how we prepare ourselves. In today’s episode, we speak with Karen Gee-McAuley, Principal of Relevance PR, about the future of travel and the hospitality industry post-pandemic. Listen to Karen discuss  traveling with purpose, how she views BL...

I have been hearing from many of you about the moments of magic that you are working into your everyday life during the pandemic.  A question that arises is how to memorialize a lifetime of these moments. How do we preserve the stories that make up our parents’ lives? Our own? As we think about this, I have invited Iris Wagner of Memoirs Productions to join us on Stages to talk about how she helps...

This year, the holidays will look very different for many of us. Like many, instead of gathering with extended family and friends, my family of four will be keeping to ourselves, exploring Central Park, and cooking a simple meal this year.  Doris Dwek, of Doris Dwek Events, joins me on this episode of Stages to talk through what you can do, during this uncertain time, to help people feel engaged i...

“ The silence between the notes in music is just as important as the notes themselves. ” I have been hearing from many of you about the moments of magic that you are working into your everyday life during this time. You have told me about the time spent with family, the excitement of a new venture, and finding new ways to celebrate important milestones. It got me thinking that in finance, as in li...

If you have a child doing remote learning this Fall – or you think that they might end up remote – this episode of Stages is for you.  Teru Clavel, Education Author, Speaker, and Consultant joins me to discuss practical tips for making remote learning a success. Some key components include:  Separation of Sleep Space and Educational Space Talking About Current Events  Complement the On-Line with I...

What are the trade-offs that we are facing today and how are they impacting our relationships with family, friends, and colleagues? Dr. Elizabeth Albertini, psychiatrist at The Motherhood Center joined me on Stages for a live recording, with audience participation and questions, to discuss the many trade-offs we are encountering today. Some examples include: sending kids to school in the fall, cof...

Listen in to this LIVE episode recorded back in February at Winston Art Group featuring Courtney Booth Christensen, Trusts & Estates at Winston Art Group, Peter Bronstein, Divorce Attorney at Bronstein Van Veen, and Andrea Kushner, Director of Planning at Bernstein Private Wealth. Courtney, Andrea, and Peter address the issue of divorce and the division of tangible personal property (what abou...

With most people currently socially isolating, now can be an ideal moment to gather family together (remotely) to discuss your core values and financial goals. Listen in as Susan Schoenfeld, Founder and CEO of Wealth Legacy Advisors, and I discuss the keys to making the discussion a success. If you, or someone you know, is interested in learning more, you can reach me at Emily. Grace@Bernstein.com...

Recorded back in early February 2020 (which feels like a lifetime ago), my discussion with John Olivieri, Esq around estate planning strategies may be even more timely and compelling given current conditions. John addresses the ins and outs of various strategies as well as the importance of living wills and healthcare proxies (very relevant in today's environment - how many of us have conside...

On March 26, Roosevelt Bowman, Bernstein’s Senior Investment Strategist, and Daisy Wademan Dowling, CEO of Workparent and Harvard Business Review Contributor, joined me for a special live recording of Stages. Both Daisy and Roosevelt took questions live from the Zoom audience. Listen in as for the first 30 minutes, Roosevelt talks with us about current market conditions, the Fed Response, Fiscal S...

What exactly are microexpressions? How can a better understanding of them help us in our various interactions with others?  From negotiating a deal to helping a child understand who to trust to acing an interview - microexpressions can help us through every stage of life.  Annie Sarnblad, Founder of Point House Advisors, joins us on Stages to share her key insights for reading microexpressions. Be...