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KRLD afternoon anchors Kristin Diaz and David Rancken speak to a specialist in any given field every day for their “Ask the Expert” segment.

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11:02

How has the Texas Lyceum changed to meet the needs of...

Ask the Expert North Texas ·

2025/09/18

For 45 years, the Texas Lyceum has been shaping leaders across politics, business, and civic life...names you know from both sides of the aisle, from President George W. Bush to Senator Ted Cruz to Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. This week, the nonpartisan organization marks its anniversary with a call for more civil discourse in Texas and beyond. Texas Lyceum President Crayton Webb joins us on KRLD.

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12:17

How do we prepare for family members who want to...

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2025/09/17

Studies show nearly 75% of older Americans want to age in place and remain in their homes as long as possible. But what happens when mom or dad can no longer manage daily life alone? Life Care and Elder Law Attorney Paula Almgren joins us on KRLD. She is also the author of Eldercare The Rules, and has more than 20 years of experience helping families navigate these tough decisions.

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11:27

Why are Hispanic men struggling with seeking out...

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2025/09/16

This week in September we are kicking off the National Hispanic Heritage Month, and while Latino communities are growing across the U.S., research shows Hispanic men are among the least likely to seek mental health treatment. In an effort to change that, the Cannenta Foundation is hosting the 2025 Hispanic Mental Health conference right here in North Texas. This year’s theme is ‘Hombres, Healing & Hope: Breaking the Silence on Men’s Mental Health.’ The conference will bring together national

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9:07

What is the mindset of Texas small business owners...

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2025/09/12

The National Federation of Independent Business or the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index ticked up slightly in August, rising half a point to 100.8--above the long-term average. More small business owners are reporting stronger sales expectations and healthier overall business conditions, though labor quality continues to be their top challenge. On Ask the Expert, we are joined by NFIB Texas State Director Jeff Burdett to break down what these numbers mean .

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12:15

Why are deep fakes becoming a growing concern for teens?

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2025/09/11

Right now, Dallas families are facing a growing online threat and it’s hitting closer to home than ever. With the rise of AI-generated ‘deepfake’ images, one photo, one upload, is all it can take to put a teen’s reputation at risk. After a Dallas-area teen’s case made headlines statewide, school leaders and law enforcement are sounding the alarm. On Ask the Expert, Rania Mankarious, CEO of Crime Stoppers of Houston, joins us to talk about what parents need to know, how to protect your kids,

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14:42

BONUS: National math and reading test scores hit new...

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2025/09/10

It's time now for Ask An Expert. Every weekday at 9:20 AM on KCBS we're giving you direct access to top experts in various fields.Today, we have reached a new low for national test scores in math and reading. New federal data tells us only a third of high school seniors are ready for college-level math and reading work, the latest in a decline that began long before the COVID-19 pandemic. To help us break down the troubling results of the the Nation's Report Card, KCBS Radio anchors Margie Shafer

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10:15

How are immigration crackdowns affecting Texas...

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2025/09/03

Across Texas, restaurants are struggling to keep their doors open as immigration crackdowns and increased enforcement continue to impact the workforce. Highly visible ICE raids and the fear of deportation are causing widespread absenteeism, leaving many businesses short-staffed and unable to meet demand. According to the Texas Restaurant Association, nearly half of restaurants in our state are dealing with job openings that are difficult to fill, and the worker shortage is only getting worse

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8:21

How does DFW Restaurant Week benefit the North Texas...

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2025/08/29

Over the past 28 years, DFW Restaurant Week has raised nearly $12 million in donations for its charity partners, including $1 million in 2019 alone. Lena Pope and The North Texas Food Bank have benefited from this year's curated menus spanning over a variety of cuisines with premier restaurants across Dallas, Tarrant, Collin and Denton counties. On Ask the Expert, Sara Burns with the North Texas Food Bank joins us on KRLD.

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12:37

How do you prevent yourself from getting scammed?

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2025/08/25

There's a real good reason why we keep getting scammers sending emails or calling our phones. They don't need many victims in order to make a lot of moneySo far this year, those scammers have ripped off more than 10 million dollars from Texans. How do you avoid them? On Ask The Expert, we're joined by Cosme Ojeda II from the Better Business Bureau.

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11:13

What are Hertz Car Rental and Amazon working on?

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2025/08/21

Hertz Car Rental And Amazon could soon be selling cars together. Dallas might be one of the first cities they will bring the services to.On today's Ask the Expert, we are joined by Jerry Reynolds, the Car Pro to talk about whether or not this is a game changer in car buying?

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12:20

Why are there new Blood Pressure Guidelines?

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2025/08/19

On Ask the Expert, we're talking about heart health and the latest blood pressure guidelines that could affect millions of Americans. Joining us is Dr. Sukesh Burjonroppa, a Cardiologist at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth and a member of Texas Health Physicians Group. He’s here to break down what these new recommendations mean, why the guidelines have changed, and what we can all do to take better care of our hearts.

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6:27

What is up with that AT&T lawsuit settlement?

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2025/08/18

You have probably seen this email coming in, if you're an AT&T customer. You could get a piece of a massive lawsuit involving hackers getting into the AT&T systems in the last year. The emails say you can get up to $7,500.00 dollars, but who really could see that kind of money? On Ask The Expert, we bring in the High Tech Texan Michael Garfield.

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13:40

What is the Farmer's Almanac predicting for our...

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2025/08/14

The latest edition of the Farmers' Almanac recently released its winter weather forecast for 2025-2026 with the tagline "Chill, Snow, Repeat," adding it will be "a season of dramatic swings and widespread wintry weather" overall for the U.S.On Ask the Expert, we're joined by Sandi Duncan with the Farmer's Almanac. She is the Farmers’ Almanac’s 8th editor and first woman to hold the title.

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6:25

Who enforces the new state-wide cell phone classroom...

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2025/08/12

One of the biggest changes for the school year this year deals with technology that just about every kid has. Schools have to set up plans to make sure that no students have their phones on during any class time. But, each school district has to come up with its own plan to enforce the new policy. On Ask The Expert, we're joined by Dr. Sarah Flournoy at the Brackett & Ellis Law in Fort Worth. We asked her is this a normal situation, that the state issues a new law for schools, and individual

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5:08

What's the best new tech for back to school?

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2025/08/11

It's back to school this week throughout the state. It's also the time of year when parents are dropping more than a little money on back to school shopping. There's something more than just clothes and school supplies. A lot of parents have to spend on new technology for their students. On Ask The Expert, we are joined by The High Tech Texan Michael Garfield.

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7:48

Can our kids develop heart problems due to long...

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2025/08/08

With kids and teens back in school, there’s fresh concern over how much time they’re spending in front of screens — and it’s not just about attention spans or grades. A new study published in JAMA suggests that children and young adults who spend excessive hours on electronic devices may face a greater risk for serious health problems down the line, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and insulin resistance — all linked to cardiometabolic disease. On Ask the Expert, Dr. Kenneth

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9:04

How can parents manage their own Back-to-School stress?

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2025/08/07

As North Texas families shift into back-to-school mode, the spotlight is usually on the kids—but what about the parents? Between jam-packed schedules, safety concerns, and pressure to keep everything running smoothly, it’s no wonder this time of year can be just as stressful for adults. On Ask the Expert, Dr. Olivia Hopkins, joined us on the KRLD. She is a licensed clinical social worker and the Director of Clinical Services at Texas Health Behavioral Health in Dallas. In this interview, she helps

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12:31

What will happen during the Mayor's Back to School Fair?

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2025/07/29

Every year at this time, the Dallas Mayor's office holds the annual Back to School Fair at Fair Park on Friday August 1st from 8 until 2. The mayor teams up with the Dallas School District and the Junior League of Dallas to pass out school supplies for students in K through 12. There are lots of other experiences, like haircuts and vaccinations available as well. On Ask The Expert, we're joined by Dr. Lindsay Davis. She's the president of the Junior League of Dallas and she's in the KRLD Zoom

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11:09

What is Kratom?

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2025/07/28

With the Texas Senate back in special session... there has been a lot of discussion about THC-- but there is something else that is starting raise concern about how it's being used. It's called Kratom and it too, is actively being discussed for possible regulation or ban by the Texas State Legislature this year. The key bill is Senate Bill 1868. This bill proposes to add kratom and its active compounds to Penalty Group 1 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act. Classification in Penalty Group 1

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9:32

What can we expect from the new cellphone ban at...

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2025/07/25

All public school districts have to come up with plans to make sure that kids aren't distracted by their phones in class this year. That new law goes into effect on September 1st. Cutting kids off cold turkey might seem extreme, and how will those new rules affect them? On Ask The Expert, Dr. Ken Jones, a psychologist as well as a clinical officer of behavioral health from Texas Health Resources joined KRLD.

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