Episodios

  • Supporting people with disabilities, and a sit down with Maurice West, Dean of Men and External Affairs Manager at Paul Quinn College

    Supporting people with disabilities, and a sit down with Maurice West, Dean of Men and External Affairs Manager at Paul Quinn College
    Jul 6 2025
    This week on Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Maurice West, Dean of Men and External Affairs Manager at Paul Quinn College about fostering relationships and partnerships with an emphasis on youth development and community service for the school and its students. But first, Chris talks with longtime disabilities advocate Michael Thomas about ConnectIDD, a disability empowerment agency focused on supporting people with disabilities through coaching and consulting with people, businesses, and the organizations who serve them.
    Más Menos
    1 h
  • Summer vacation scams, and guidance for young boys & girls with "A Steady Hand" Executive Director Reverend Donald Parish

    Summer vacation scams, and guidance for young boys & girls with "A Steady Hand" Executive Director Reverend Donald Parish
    Jun 29 2025
    On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with the Executive Director of the non- profit " A Steady Hand" the Reverend Donald Parish, about the "Edutainment University" summer camp and about guidance for young boys & girls. But first Chris talks with Jason Meza of the Better Business Bureau about summer vacation scams and small business opportunities.
    Más Menos
    1 h
  • Improving the workforce pipeline, and providing resources for kids with CEO of Dallas After School Marjorie Murat

    Improving the workforce pipeline, and providing resources for kids with CEO of Dallas After School Marjorie Murat
    Jun 22 2025
    On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with the CEO of Dallas After School Marjorie Murat about how they're able to provide high quality resources and time for children beyond the school day. But first he talks with the mayor of Lewisville, TJ Gilmore, who's also the VP of Strategic Partnerships with the North Texas Commision. The NTC's priority is improving the workforce pipeline and cultivating future leaders inthe robust 13 county region of North Texas.
    Más Menos
    1 h
  • Social media's impacts on mental health, and chat with Dallas Casa Director of Development Becca Leonard on benefitting children in foster care

    Social media's impacts on mental health, and chat with Dallas Casa Director of Development Becca Leonard on benefitting children in foster care
    Jun 15 2025
    On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Dallas Casa Director of Development Becca Leonard, about their legendary annual family event featuring 14 amazing playhouses on display at NorthPark Mall benefitting children living in foster care. But first, Chris talks with Janice Bishop LeMelle, a mental health therapist, about the impact social media and technology has on all of us for better or worse.
    Más Menos
    1 h
  • Project Unity, Dallas Symphony Orchestra prepare for 'Together We Sing'

    Project Unity, Dallas Symphony Orchestra prepare for 'Together We Sing'
    Jun 8 2025
    On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold checks in with Arvella Warren of "A Break For Grandmother," a nonprofit organization recognizing grandparents who step in to raise grandchildren when parents can't. But first, Chris visits with Toska Medlock Lee of Project Unity. The group has created a series of community engagement events and conversations, including their signature fundraiser "Together We Sing" at the Mort Meyerson Symphony Center.
    Más Menos
    1 h
  • Chronic health challenges, mental wellness, and a conversation with Fonda Bryant on collegiate suicides

    Chronic health challenges, mental wellness, and a conversation with Fonda Bryant on collegiate suicides
    Jun 1 2025
    On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold talks with mental wellness expert Fonda Bryant about the rise in collegiate suicides and the new information on the stress associated with NIL and student athletes. But first he talks with chef Paul Ritter who conducts workshops in public and private educational institutions. He delivers information and training to help reverse chronic diseases and other health challenges.
    Más Menos
    1 h
  • Resiliency, mental health, and a conversation with Rene Sanchez of the Blue Guardian Foundation

    Resiliency, mental health, and a conversation with Rene Sanchez of the Blue Guardian Foundation
    May 25 2025
    On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Rene Sanchez, President of the Blue Guardian Foundation...a Latino law enforcement organization providing services for those officers or their families affected by life altering events. But first, May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Our Audacy Conversation Series is focusing on the term "Resiliency" and what it means to our overall mental health.
    Más Menos
    1 h
  • Spirit of Service Walk and a Hall of Fame Breakfast

    Spirit of Service Walk and a Hall of Fame Breakfast
    May 18 2025
    On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Danny Noah of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes about their upcoming Hall of Fame Breakfast and other summer projects that impact the lives of student athletes. But first, Chris talks with Bhavesh Patel of BAPS Charities. They're having their annual Spirit of Service Walk and Run bringing over 1200 people together from all over DFW.
    Más Menos
    1 h