The Uplift

Get a close-up look at the winter monarch butterfly count in California. Meet a blended family who, despite facing many challenges, shares a story about resilience and love. And the story of a woman who uses her hobby to honor her late son and help cancer patients.

A beluga whale that showed up in Norway gains support from a community trying to help him live a fulfilled life. Popular YouTuber Mark Rober takes us inside his secret lab where fun experiments are created. Plus, a woman gives birth in an unexpected place – and heroes rush to be by her side.

A congressman brings his baby son along for a historic vote – and some father-son bonding. A girl makes a unique wish for a mystical pet, and strangers help her pursue her dreams. Plus, heartwarming videos you need to see.

An 11-year-old piano prodigy with autism gets a huge surprise. A heroic woman rescues a stranger in a blizzard. Host Tony Dokoupil faces his fear of dancing and takes dance lessons for the first time.

A 9-year-old scientist received widespread attention for her passion project involving lanternflies including recognition from Yale University. A man gives up his desk job for a new path – one that requires a sled. Two roommates share the unique way they found each other.

A bus in Alaska picks up dogs at home and brings them on adventures together. A 9-year-old girl makes a once-in-a-lifetime discovery on a beach. And a homeless mother is reunited with her beloved dog she had to leave behind, on this episode of "The Uplift."

The owner of Janie's Life Changing Bakery in New York City uses her business to help others. A boy who was chosen to be a ball boy at the Dallas Open inspires for the challenges he's overcome off the court. A 4-year-old skateboarding sensation known as "Tiny Hawk," grows a following on social media.

A man walks from New Jersey to California – by foot. And there's a good reason behind his epic trek. A couple of best friends decide to embark on an ambitious journey together, at 81 years old. And a former foster dog named Raylan helps his owner take care of foster kittens.

A group of coworkers in Seattle sprang into action when they saw their neighbor's building was on fire – with dozens of dogs inside. Strangers came together to help a man named Cash, who found himself living on the street.

A grad student from California uses TikTok to help save her family's restaurant. An 11-year-old girl who uses a wheelchair finds a way to play basketball again. Two heart transplant recipients bond while recovering together.

A pediatric surgeon goes above and beyond to make sure his young patients aren't scared before surgery. A man sets a world record with his trips to Disneyland. Plus, heartwarming videos you need to see.

A polar explorer who has traveled the world overcomes a battle in his personal life. A dog owner and his pup, Lucky, make a chance discovery on the side of the road. Plus, heartwarming videos you need to see.

Get a closeup look at iconic cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C. Go behind the scenes of the acclaimed comedy series "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," and hear from the stars as they head into their final season.

A mom opens up a cat cafe to help her daughter and other college students find peace. A 5-year-old girl with cerebral palsy meets a role model with the same condition as her. A "miracle" baby rescued from the rubble of the Turkey earthquake is reunited with her mother.

Two best friends in their 80s complete an epic journey around the world in 80 days. NASA introduces its history-making Artemis II crew. A 9-year-old transplant recipient who made a bucket list crosses off a major goal: meeting her golf idol.

A mother who was desperate to find friends for her son, who has Down syndrome, receives overwhelming support from strangers; a pregnant Air Force pilot helps make history; heartwarming, viral videos you need to see.

A girl who helped others during her own health battle gets a surprise gift to thank her for her selflessness; a 91-year-old woman crosses a high-flying goal off her bucket list; and an 80-year-old woman forms a friendship with a man in prison, who was wrongly accused and freed after 28 years.

Visit Morgan's Wonderland, an inclusive amusement park in San Antonio, Texas, built by a man who was inspired by his daughter to create a place everyone fits in. Meet a marine veteran driving across the country in her so-called "painted buffalo" to help others through art therapy. Plus, more inspiring stories.

A dad receives a kidney donation from an anonymous donor – who then reveals their identity in a shocking surprise. Actors Ken Jeong and Craig Robinson surprise people at a karaoke bar in Rome. A family from Ukraine who fled to the U.S. receives life-changing medical care for their 2-year-old daughter.

A seventh grader jumps into action to stop a school bus after the driver loses consciousness. A mom prepares to fulfill her dream of heading to space. Plus heartwarming videos you just need to see.

Robert De Niro, Sebastian Maniscalco and his dad sit down with Gayle King for an interview. A 93-year-old grandmother completes her goal of traveling to all 63 U.S. national parks with her grandson. Plus, heartwarming videos you need to see.

A seventh grader becomes a published author and uses her book to give back. A dog helps save another pooch being attacked by a coyote. A singer who lost his voice thanks the vocal therapist who helped him regain it and changed his life for good.

A couple shares their love story and the epic wedding surprise they received from an Oscar-winning actor. A 76-year-old woman celebrates self love with a unique wedding. Plus, heartwarming videos you need to see.

Art historians debate the real life location of a bridge spotted in Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa. Yo-Yo Ma takes his music to the great outdoors with a unique concert series. Plus, more heartwarming stories.

A Hall of Famer surprises an athlete with cerebral palsy and his father. A service dog gets a military honor. A former sanitation worker graduates from Harvard Law School and becomes dedicated to honor others on campus.