https://www.cbsnews.com/ Uplift Full Episodes From CBSNews.com Thu, 16 Jul 2026 02:52:10 -0400 5 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-the-american-dream/ We celebrate the United States ahead of its 250th anniversary with stories about American heroes and pastimes. The founder of e.l.f. Cosmetics shares how he made a massive life change to become a Catholic priest. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:30:00 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/15/80fa4686-12d4-4400-96c3-98ac88537787/thumbnail/60x60/b9d7588bb93fe1c56285fd4b782f0c6d/uplift-s5ep19-the-american-dream-891-965185.png 2ae6d7a7-f530-4763-a7dc-8a59522a3c1e https://www.cbsnews.com/video/070426-the-uplift/ Celebrate the Fourth of July and America's 250th anniversary with inspiring stories about America's rarest artifacts, most resilient small towns and loyal patriots. Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:30:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/05/a5a1bf8a-b38c-4340-8746-d5b0c09d680b/thumbnail/60x60/951a147911c08480f0a78d342154933e/screenshot-2026-07-05-at-2-37-17-pm.png 4c0d4136-b1ca-4eaa-b6a8-56301a598f45 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-graduates-share-the-stage/ A Maryland mom has an extra reason to be proud on her son's graduation day. She gets to cross the stage and receive her diploma alongside him. Plus, Spellman College, an HBCU in Atlanta, celebrates seven women at the top of the 2026 graduating class. Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:30:00 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/06/17/f7bec93d-e11a-4168-9b5a-ad22fff041bb/thumbnail/60x60/5bd283f124d533270a8705a3f736dc0e/uplift-s5-ep-18-00-04-28-18-still001.jpg bcaf907d-1470-414c-b85e-f8efa5916483 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-new-york-liberty-big-ellie-the-elephant/ Meet Big Ellie, the elephant mascot of the WNBA's New York Liberty. Plus more heartwarming news. Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/06/04/3625075e-5afb-4163-b823-9befa48a0fbc/thumbnail/60x60/ee58c78668ae5fe3c811058633ab9985/gettyimages-2228093815.jpg c02c4d7b-0466-46d3-8487-5796049480e9 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/051626-the-uplift/ David Begnaud meets a man who has attended the Kentucky Derby for 79 years in a row – and his dying wish to make it there one last time. Sat, 16 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/05/14/68121c4a-1ea1-4efb-b22b-27231f8ffc56/thumbnail/60x60/e97503523a2e0ed07d9602690b13c449/derbythumbnail.jpg 54166f7f-f2d5-485f-8283-5f7a2bd19404 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/050926-the-uplift-desmond-bryant/ David Begnaud sits down with former NFL player Desmond Bryant, who shares how he survived a dark period in his life – and came out helping others. Sat, 09 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/05/06/3a77f1e3-4f72-41ac-b619-3d654d1c4018/thumbnail/60x60/78600225cbd8b8d321605dddc52ca7ba/screenshot-2026-05-06-at-4-35-30-pm.jpg e9b55bbc-3b3b-4c89-a6a1-b9869daa58e2 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-peanut-the-puppy/ A rescue dog at Pasadena Humane in Los Angeles has gone viral – and the puppy has inspired thousands of donations. Plus, David Begnaud introduces us to a young woman who shares how two high school teachers who made a life-changing impact on her as a teen. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/04/24/d1139ce9-b344-4a45-90d6-692a903f0bcd/thumbnail/60x60/b04f1ecb37cd9ce15b7c425c7e7a843c/screenshot-2026-04-24-at-1-24-30-pm.jpg b746e7b5-4c72-41ae-bbea-087def7a8340 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/041126-the-uplift-michael-jordan/ Gayle King sits down with Michael Jordan to talk about the basketball super star's newest sports venture: NASCAR. Plus, more heartwarming news. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/04/11/c34db07d-79ee-4d62-b611-2340b4496436/thumbnail/60x60/1426afdddcd37ec7a40606094a8dbdd6/gettyimages-2267488656.jpg 43b28416-9d0f-4136-b0bb-ed352359b548 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/040426-the-uplift/ Meet the woman who rescued a piece of the Oscars in a dumpster. Plus, we take a trip to Hollwyood to learn about the history of America's iconic film industry. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/04/01/667be91b-e77c-4723-9886-53dfa6f4f0bc/thumbnail/60x60/fa99867ff845d05704c962bff189a66e/ep12thumb.jpg 3aee9643-0f40-4a9c-bf16-4a5904a9db86 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/032826-the-uplift/ A young boy, who showed to the hospital for a procedure alone, gets a happy ending when his doctor adopts him – and helps his siblings too. Plus, more heartwarming news. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/03/26/eb2dce64-2889-4988-89a3-f31696a802db/thumbnail/60x60/5a337d3c6f38d40cd00d76e33c5d82bf/s5ep11thumb.jpg c23d4b7c-c683-43cc-8186-f6dac8f9ba91 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/022826-the-uplift/ A 6-year-old Girl Scout overcomes the odds to set a record for more boxes of cookies sold. Plus, more heartwarming news. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:15:11 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/02/28/c7c63fb9-40db-49e7-84cd-871dd5fdb11a/thumbnail/60x60/a4a5c4372132f702afe2306e69da267d/ep8thumb-4406074-640x360.jpg 87ac1e55-6bf5-485a-83d0-3adda48cf30b https://www.cbsnews.com/video/022126-the-uplift/ Did you know Kermit the Frog recently made the move from Hollywood to Atlanta? Find out how the famous amphibian made the leap. Plus more heartwarming news. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:19:32 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/02/21/22805c8f-daa4-4c63-93b0-b51b8e2a2f3a/thumbnail/60x60/d8a83d5339e77ab04f523dfb84866c32/kermit-4389041-640x360.jpg b3d46865-efca-4d47-975b-64e15b93959b https://www.cbsnews.com/video/031426-the-uplift-surfing-lessons/ A Hawaii man gathers his group of friends to teach surfing lessons to strangers – and there is a powerful reason why they don't charge a cent. Plus, more heartwarming news. Sat, 14 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/03/10/4e906c35-5d37-4522-8855-dde85dbcb345/thumbnail/60x60/dbc618418c6b1f726dbe7fcded6ae130/s5ep10-thumb.jpg 183b11fa-c192-4408-a606-ed3dbb037438 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/030726-the-uplift-1/ The town of St. George, South Carolina, known for its friendly people, shines during a winter blast – not because of their storm preparedness, but because of their kindness. Plus, more heartwarming news. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:57:36 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/03/07/d60296bf-44f1-4e24-b721-3739e828555c/thumbnail/60x60/6106d77f32748cab0f237b4236e2e6c6/thumbs5ep9-4421556-640x360.jpg 67701ccf-2e28-44d7-b21f-439c7f07fc7b https://www.cbsnews.com/video/021426-the-uplift/ Two New Yorkers bring their business to Florida to introduce the sunshine state to Big Apple food staples. Plus, a powerful story from David Begnaud about a mother-son duo who are using their life experience to help others. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:51:48 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/02/14/c2a93dcf-40e6-49d4-b525-58c1db63ba32/thumbnail/60x60/e64aa5c7e8e82b57a9be16ac701a8f99/s5ep6thumb-4357559-640x360.jpg 18c9268a-8a9a-4f80-aed4-e92b3b83081c https://www.cbsnews.com/video/013126-the-uplift/ A professor in Texas cleverly incorporates the popular Paramount+ show "Landman" into his lesson plan. A stranger becomes a friend after he heroically saves an elderly couple. Plus, more heartwarming news. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:00:03 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/01/31/42b65062-5922-4a52-8fc8-5c8c67b584fe/thumbnail/60x60/d1312b19f42b87d271e91cc0f505e1c9/landman-4341819-640x360.jpg dda50483-77fc-499c-a83b-79db4d9359f4 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/011726-the-uplift/ Shaquille O'Neal steps in to a young 7-foot-3 police recruit from Texas. Plus, a behind-the-scenes look at the reality competition show "The Traitors," and more heartwarming news. Sat, 21 Feb 2026 07:00:50 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/01/23/400c02dc-e318-440d-8f05-4a89bf22526c/thumbnail/60x60/0f675776a008da29793d95c88ed97803/s5ep2-shaq-theuplift-full-episode-4328723-640x360.jpg 15aed530-90bc-480b-b154-cd627feb2f2e https://www.cbsnews.com/video/010326-the-uplift/ A boy who faced life-changing challenges gets by with help from his friends. A group of retired teachers gets together to continue the passion of helping kids. Plus, more good news. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:23:54 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/01/03/f4f088bc-0167-4495-beb3-cbd0aff7142a/thumbnail/60x60/0ae015e5eb9527ee860a314ccce090a5/thumbs4ep45-4278728-640x360.jpg ca7e2c58-3a1e-4978-b0a3-e1efac61ef1b https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-america-the-beautiful/ To mark the 250th anniversary of the United States this year, we are sharing what makes the country great from A to Z. This week, sixth graders share why they find America beautiful. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:23:54 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/01/24/959e1124-1235-4e6f-a624-7a855629a78a/thumbnail/60x60/88d5d3cc1e6a6d583f10918f6d4f611f/thumbs5ep3-4325191-640x360.jpg ab432a91-912d-4df6-8dc4-b0049412b3af https://www.cbsnews.com/video/011026-the-uplift/ David Begnaud takes us to a Louisiana prison where fatherhood is the focus. He meets inmates who got the chance to take part in a daddy-daughter dance and reconnect with their kids. Plus, more heartwarming news. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:23:54 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/01/10/876bf668-2d2e-42e5-af1e-34a006929568/thumbnail/60x60/ed2db3cf8628d3068d070bcc49f284d5/thumbs5ep1-4294333-640x360.jpg 39bbfd91-0899-42a2-9450-5a644ee72cb7 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/110825-the-uplift/ David Begnaud has a double header — two stories about how baseball can help build community. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:59:05 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/11/08/ee069d65-8a32-49d1-8e79-5d65addf9eaf/thumbnail/60x60/39e19a368e9bdc73485d554b0c1f2f3d/1108-uplift-4162734-640x360.jpg a942879f-6329-4d9d-b4af-014c347c627a https://www.cbsnews.com/video/122025-the-uplift/ Visit a Uyghur restaurant in Southern California, where culture is shared and the food is made with love. Plus, a man who wanted to save his friends life by donating a kidney ends up saving his own life.  Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:27:23 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/12/17/b253bf7d-2c7a-4765-9200-9ed53156a6af/thumbnail/60x60/0b806ad1d116bcfe498a8df399c9d9ac/s4ep44thumb-jpeg-4253394-640x360.jpg b724a2eb-3d7b-47e7-bd2c-b354b3ceb102 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-stunning-sunsets-and-a-teen-and-his-turkeys/ A man who found solace in sunsets while caring for his ill wife finds a way to bring that peace to others. A teen collects turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving to give to veterans. A mom reunites with the man who saved her life after she was diagnosed with a tumor. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:34:19 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/11/25/9881d4cc-372e-4acf-8ea6-6d03d3ca1148/thumbnail/60x60/5737150b2bc902afa466b07259fcb7e2/1123-theupliftep42-full-1491950-640x360.jpg 57233d5c-cba0-4d00-b11b-78be00621680 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-look-for-the-helpers/ Amid the Southern California wildfires, we have seen many stories of sorrow and loss – but also of survival and love. In the darkness, there are moments of light. This episode of "The Uplift" is dedicated to those helping victims of the fires – from daring rescues to finding personal ways to offer support. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:41:48 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/01/25/63608258-8846-4be0-8a74-f1a55957b51c/thumbnail/60x60/05a77dd57c9ebedb738c2a1eec54ea23/012525-uplift-full-3484796-640x360.jpg 82af4d4a-bb1d-401f-a5bc-57f52813fc4a https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-a-lions-pride/ A young high school football player proves his worth by being a small but mighty force on his team. David Begnaud shares how that little lion became the pride of his school. A teacher gets what she calls a message from God, delivered by a former student who offered to be her surrogate. Plus, more heartwarming news. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:41:47 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/02/22/1bdc60f7-5ccb-4812-a12c-655613c1c4ad/thumbnail/60x60/95e16ea208e1e9dc6a2143af42ed93d5/0222-uplift-full-3552233-640x360.jpg be70b1d2-ec93-49b8-92f9-240ed8d8cfe6 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-the-eagles-have-landed/ Two beloved bald eagles named Jackie and Shadow received global attention as they awaited the hatching of their eaglets in Big Bear, California. David Begnaud introduces us to a girl who raised funds to obtain a prosthetic limb called the Hero Arm – and in the process, she became a hero to others. Plus, more heartwarming news. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:41:47 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/03/08/6dd51025-7e08-470a-bcc6-61efe19691b3/thumbnail/60x60/5546fe3e8e4fd986254eb0bb586b891d/0308-uplift-full1-3585485-640x360.jpg b859592c-3ba7-4a87-87c7-213f9959218d https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-a-dynamic-duo/ A man with cerebral palsy and his racing partner attempt to complete six Abbott World Marathon Majors, with one left: Tokyo. David Begnaud has an update on Trooper the dog, who was rescued after being abandoned ahead of Hurricane Milton. Plus, a behind the scenes look at the Girl Scouts' cookie operation. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:41:46 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/03/01/705f13ce-7ac3-441d-ab19-1497636869fe/thumbnail/60x60/330515c9e616ef7644aa115f91ff1cc2/0301-uplift-full-3568012-640x360.jpg eacfb6f4-38b8-411b-9ae8-e94827bd5dd2 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-a-diamond-in-the-rough/ A couple returns to their Altadena house after the Los Angeles fires to find a meaningful gem. A man with cerebral palsy and his wife share their love story – and the full life they have led together. Plus, David Begnaud has three good news stories. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:41:45 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/02/08/ff9e7f4f-37c7-4cc9-89ac-b6b2c4e44b98/thumbnail/60x60/70c0886147333046e36ce9a9545d8803/0205-uplift-full-3517981-640x360.jpg 83b96171-7c39-41fe-9b10-e5c8297081d5 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-high-school-heroes/ A group of Iowa teens became heroes in the middle of a school day when they saw a stranger in need of help and sprang into action. Then, Stephen and Elizabeth Wampler share their 30-year love story, and how Stephen overcame obstacles while living with cerebral palsy. Plus, more heartwarming news. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:41:43 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/02/15/6236920c-f581-491a-acb3-ac09d46e8f1d/thumbnail/60x60/3501b2fc58d17ba31fbeeb795d797e78/0215-uplift-full-3537076-640x360.jpg b6ec4d30-91a2-44a8-8018-147c1b8a87be https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-the-wow-kid/ An orchestra's performance receives a surprising reaction from a young boy in the audience – and the single word he uttered made a major impact. Plus, how a Google spreadsheet is helping victims of the California wildfires. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:41:34 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/02/01/409c572b-8914-49f7-8756-82d49436f857/thumbnail/60x60/1e104c8b47aeba5fc5123826a106b55f/0201-uplift-ful-3507850-640x360.jpg a55e2745-36e3-4114-b8d5-51f3e703e697