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A podcast for Houstonians who want to engage more with their hometown and learn about the people driving its growth. These are the stories about the individuals, businesses, and organizations that make the greater Houston area GREAT.

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42:21

How this Houston Mom's Son Beat Cancer at Eight...

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2023/11/30

Her name is Amber Richards. Shortly after meeting her and her family, I knew that I had to get her on the show. Amber and her son Adonis died and were brought back to life during her pregnancy, she had kidney failure, and at just eight months old, Adonis was diagnosed with cancer. All of this happened as the pandemic was just getting started. During this conversation with Amber, we talk about her journey through motherhood, Adonis’s battle against cancer, a mindset shifting conversation with a

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21:35

Interplanetary Awesomeness with a NASA Scientist

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2023/11/28

2024 is predicted to be a peak year for auroras. Depending on where in the world you are, they’re either northern lights or southern lights. But how likely is it that we’ll see an aurora in Houston? Dr. Sabine Stanley, author of the book What’s Hidden Inside Planets, joins the podcast to break it down. In addition to auroras, we talk about helium rain, life on other moons, and a bunch of interplanetary awesomeness. To learn more about Dr. Stanley’s work as a distinguished professor at Johns Hopkins

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35:55

A Houston Man's Road to Powerlifting 700 lbs.

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2023/11/21

James Strickland is a record breaking powerlifter. How he fell into lifting is worthy of an ESPN documentary. His journey involves a desire to get back into shape and get drafted into the NFL. But he's more than a strongman. James spends time mentoring students and running a business. During this episode, we dive into the road to lifting 700 lbs, lessons learned from his athletic career and how he applies them in business, and of course, weight training.Support the show:

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49:14

Meet the Chocolatier Who Eats A POUND OF CHOCOLATE...

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2023/11/16

Dr. Beata Lerman is a scientist turned chocolatier who's lived quite the life. Long story short, she developed a cancer treatment while at MD Anderson, was diagnosed with cancer, darn near cured herself with the treatment she developed, swore off of sugar, and is now creating amazing low carb, sugar-free chocolates at Sinless Treats. We dive into all the things during this episode, including her battle against cancer, the inspiration behind Sinless Treats, how she's changing the game, and the

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17:08

Habanero Hot Sauce and Remote Work

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2023/11/14

Last month, I met Gery Dempsey at The Small Business Expo…he works in the graphic design space with a company called Squid Pixels and has his own brand of hot sauce and that’s when I knew I had to get him on the show. Gery and I begin the episode with small business mindset and what it’s like to work remotely when the pandemic is over and most of us are back in the office. And of course, we talk about the inspiration behind Bear Sauce, his brand of habanero pineapple sauce. If you enjoy this

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24:44

HTX Ties to WWII History, a Conversation with Doug...

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2023/11/09

Imagine for one moment you come from a line of Americans who not only served as the first black generals in our nation’s history but also played a role in helping to desegregate the military. Imagine the story being told in a movie directed by George Lucas but your family’s name is completely left out. That’s what happened to Doug Melville’s family. In 2011 Doug was invited to a screening of Red Tails and after seeing that his family name was left out, he went on a mission. The end result? His first

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25:09

She Left Corporate America and Started a Social Media...

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2023/11/07

Today I’m bringing my friend Karen De Amat onto the show to talk about all things social media. Karen is the founder of Social Behavior and Influence by Social. She and her team have helped brands like Layne’s Chicken Fingers, The Halal Guys, and Marble Slab. During this episode you’ll hear why you need social media to help build your brand, why you shouldn’t be in your feelings if your insights are less than stellar, and we get personal when Karen shares the story of how she got here after ditching

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7:13

Dia de los Muertos in HTX

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2023/11/02

November marks a busy month for one of Houston's most underrated and under-appreciated places: The National Museum of Funeral History. The museum's President and CEO Genevieve Keeney-Vazquez returns to the show to talk about Dia de los Muertos and Veterans Day in this mini-episode. Plan your visit at NMFH.org. And be sure to subscribe to their podcast The Final Curtain Never Closes wherever you get your podcasts. Please consider sharing with your family and friends and/or leaving a short review on

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42:30

The Houston Couple Shattering Myths About Clinical...

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2023/10/31

People from all over the world know and trust the Texas Medical Center. It's where some of the world's most rich and powerful go to get their medical care. But what if I told you that there's a married couple changing the game in Webster, Texas. Their names are Veronica and Karim Mohammed, and they own and operate Tranquil Clinical Research. During this episode, they debunk myths surrounding clinical research trials and why such trials are critical to medical progress. Learn more about Tranquil

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21:45

AnyBUNNY Wanna Talk About Rabbits?

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2023/10/26

Houston Rabbit Resource works to mitigate the homeless rabbit population in H-town. President and Executive Director Nancy Martin joins the show to talk about how bad it is, why rabbits should NOT be starter pets, and why we shouldn't use animals to teach kids responsibility. Check them out at houstonrabbitresource.org. If you enjoyed this episode as much as I did putting it together for you, please share with your family and friends and/or leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.Support

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36:26

Houston Fire Department District Chief Kim Phillips,...

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2023/10/24

This conversation with HFD District Chief Kim Phillips is an all-time fave. You'll hear us talk about what it takes to be a firefighter, why Houston firefighters and EMTs are THE best in the United States, and because it’s breast cancer awareness month, we talk about cancer risk among firefighters, as well as her battle against breast cancer. Support the show by doing any or all of the following: 1.) Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform 2.) Share with your family or friends 3.) Subscribe

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5:05

How the Late Great HTX Sports Anchor Bob Allen...

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2023/10/19

Years ago, after Coach Swanson shattered my dreams of being like Bo Jackson, I wanted to be like Bob Allen, the late sports anchor for Channel 13. I never got into TV. But all these years later, the universe made a connection. I'm friends with Megan Cardet, Bob's fiancee, who's the cofounder of A Place for Peanut, an equine rescue which she and Bob started before his passing. To learn more about A Place for Peanut, go HERE. To purchase tickets for their fall fundraiser "Rescue on the Grange," go

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30:17

Helping Houston Students Plan for the Future

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2023/10/17

Sonia Cacique is a former educator and counselor who now helps parents, teens and young adults plan for the future. Through College and Career Ready Podcast, she helps them navigate arduous process of getting into college and planning for professional life after school. During this conversation, we talk about helping kids deal with rejection, the importance of networking with your classmates, and the SAT, as it relates to whether or not it helps to take it when applying to an SAT optional

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30:03

Changing the Lives of Breast Cancer Survivors Across...

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2023/10/12

This breast cancer awareness month, I’m spotlighting a guest who’s helping survivors restore their confidence. Her name is Miroslava DeLeon, founder of Conceal Touch and during this conversation, we’ll do a deep dive into her transition from corporate life into entrepreneurship, the feeling she gets when helping survivors, and advice for people who wish to leave corporate America. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a review and/or sharing with your family and friends. Support the

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31:44

Hunting Hogs and Mapping Ranches

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2023/10/10

I met George Blitch several months ago at a live taping of an interview with Jack Carr. We immediately hit it off and have been friends ever since. George owns a financial firm called Blitch and Associates with his dad, co-owns Map My Ranch with his best friend, started a company called Silver Shot Shells, started HYT Publishing with a close friend and mentor in 2004, and hosts The Son of a Blitch Podcast. During this episode, we talk about what it's like to operate a business with your dad, and

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17:46

From Refugees Across the World to the Elderly in...

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2023/10/05

Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston has served our community for decades. Through refugee resettlement to Meals on Wheels, its impact is both local and global. Today I'm joined by IMGH's Chief Development Officer Maria Magee. During this conversation, we talk about how they were able to relocate thousands of Afghan refugees and have them on their feet in a single year. We also discuss Meals on Wheels and spawned Animeals, which is a service that helps the elderly feed their pets. On November

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18:00

Helping Young Women Develop Business Skills

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2023/10/03

The Women’s Fund is a nonprofit dedicated to providing Houston-area women and girls with the tools they need to be advocates for their health. Since 1979, The Women’s Fund has served women and girls by providing health education community seminars, programs and publications. Today I'm joined by Beth Wolff, co-chair of The Rockin' Resiliency Luncheon that's happening on October 22nd. During this conversation, we discuss the organization and how it teaches women and girls how to be their own

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8:09

The Klein Forest Football Coach Who Still Coaches Me

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2023/09/28

Is how you do anything really how you do everything? I say no. Some gurus will disagree. And I respect that. To me, it doesn't leave room for error. And last time I checked, nobody's flawless. Instead, I defer to something Coach Brewer taught me and my fellow Klein Forest Gold Eagles. It's all about the little things. Let's explore further during this solo rant. What do you think? Feedback is always welcome. Reviews and ratings on your favorite platform are great, too. And much appreciated.Support

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18:44

Bayou City Art Festival Featured Artist Michelle...

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2023/09/26

Bayou City Art Festival featured artist Michelle McDowell-Smith joins the show to talk about the biggest art festival in the city. As a creative, I enjoyed geeking out on processes, etc. We talked about going on hiatus, the artist's equivalent of writer's block, and of course, the Bayou City Art Festival. Learn more about Michelle McDowell-Smith HERE. About the festival: Since the founding of the Westheimer Art Festival, now known as Bayou City Art Festival, the Art Colony Association, Inc. has

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23:05

From Meteorologist to Candidate for Houston City...

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2023/09/21

Seventeen years ago, Casey Curry moved to Houston. After a stint as a meteorologist at ABC-13, she accepted a job with Alliant Group. Fast forward to 2023 and Casey has made the decision to run for Houston City Council. During this episode, we dive into her campaign platforms, including crime, animal advocacy and affordable housing. Learn more about Casey's run HERE. Help grow the show by leaving me a review on your podcast platform of choice, sharing with family and friends, and/or signing up for

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