Season 1 of Growing Bolder TV was a smashing success and Season 2 has just debuted! It’s airing on hundreds of public television stations across the country and includes some exciting new features.

Watch the sizzle reel below (link), then read on for more details about what is all new for Season 2.

In addition to brand new videos, Growing Bolder is thrilled to introduce several new members of the team, who will join award-winning hosts Marc Middleton and Bill Shafer to offer content and inspiration from across the country and across industries.

• Wendy Chioji: When this TV news anchor survived breast cancer, she vowed to never let another day pass without living to the fullest. A triathlete, humanitarian and world-traveler, Wendy left her high-paying and lucrative job to follow her dreams. Now she’s sharing her lessons and insights from some of the most interesting people in the world, in her new role as Growing Bolder reporter.

• Rowdy Gaines: A three-time Olympic gold medalist, television analyst and founder of Rowdy’s Kidz charitable program, Rowdy Gaines will offer “motivational minutes,” in which he talks about his belief in the power of giving back, the importance of staying active and what he has learned in his decades of competitive swimming.

• Pat Williams: The senior vice president of the NBA’s Orlando Magic, a motivational speaker and former Minor League baseball player, Pat Williams is also the author of 55 books and an expert on pursuing passions. Pat will provide “motivational minutes,” in which he shares wisdom from some of the biggest names in business as well as his own tips for Growing Bolder.

• Dr. Dot Richardson: An orthopedic surgeon and the USA’s first-ever Olympic softball team captain, Dot will share her tips for breaking barriers. She brings personal stories (including having to pretend to be a boy to break into the sport she loves) and motivation for getting out of your comfort zone and going after your dreams.

Technical upgrades for Season 2 of Growing Bolder include a new show open, refined graphics and an all-new set, with multiple cameras and added on-screen content. In addition, the program will include new product offers, an all-new Media/Press kit for programmers to use in viewer outreach and an elegant and easy-to-use website for complete episodes, Web exclusives, producer blogs and more: http://GrowingBolderTV.com. And all new theme music for Season 2, provided by Growing Bolder supporter, friend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Roger McGuinn, best known as a founding member of the Byrds.

We’re proud to present our sizzle reel for the “Growing Bolder” TV Show, a groundbreaking program that showcases men and women who smash stereotypes. It’s a great look at some of the stories that are featured in the program, as well as a quick glimpse at the overall feel of the show.