Episode Description:
In this episode of The Jesus Magnet, host Joel Hillary sits down with Lisa Caprelli—author, entrepreneur, and creator of the beloved Unicorn Jazz series. Once a shy Hispanic girl from El Paso, Texas, Lisa has gone on to author 22 books in English and Spanish, inspire over 750,000 students, and donate more than 10,000 books to children’s charities and hospitals since 2020.
Lisa shares her incredible journey of overcoming shyness, leveraging her background in social psychology, business, and communications to create content that blends storytelling, music, and joy. Her Unicorn Jazz series is cherished by children and educators alike for its emphasis on social-emotional learning (SEL) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
During the pandemic, Lisa innovated with technology to bring her mission to life through her TV show, The Thing I Do, combining puppets, music, and edutainment to enrich young minds. She continues to passionately serve both English- and Spanish-speaking students, using her platform to build resilience, emotional intelligence, and creativity in the next generation.
From humble beginnings to becoming a Forbes writer, Lisa’s story is one of faith, perseverance, and impact. You’ll be inspired by her heart for children, her creative vision, and her dedication to giving back.
✨ Connect with Lisa Caprelli:
📌 School Author Visits: UnicornJazz.com/author-visits
📚 Books: Lisa Caprelli on Amazon
🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!
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📩 Get in touch: thejesusmagnet@gmail.com
🎙️ Host: Joel Hillary
