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In a significant event held March 27, East Central High School proudly announced the signing of five of its exceptional student athletes to prestigious universities across the United States. Sam Collunga has signed with Penn State New Kensington to play baseball. Bryce Koepek will continue his baseball career at Ottawa University in Kansas. Mike Barrera has committed to Texas Lutheran University for baseball. Chris Mpano will join Peru University in Nebraska's football program. Destiny Hernandez is set to enhance the North Texas University cross country/ track team. These students have excelled on the field and shown remarkable dedication to their...Article Link

Bassel Hamwi has a fascinating career journey, having been in private equity and the banking industry along with being a CEO of start-ups and board member for 19 different companies. He spent 20 years as a senior staff member at the World Bank and was also a CEO and board member for over 12 years in start-ups and financial institutions. Bassel is currently the President of BASY Ventures, an investment and consulting company operating in the US, MENA, West and South Asia. BASY Ventures invests in asset-backed lending and the fintech space and also provides consulting, executive coaching, and board and family governance. Bassel is also the Chairman of GlobalTech, a technology investment and development group of companies operating in MENA, India, and the US. From 2005 to 2014, Bassel was the Founder and CEO of Bank Audi Syria, which became the country's largest private lender. He is the founding member of the Young President's Organization (YPO) Levant Chapter and the Syrian-American Business Council. He was also a global board member of YPO from 2018 to 2022. Bassel holds an MBA in International Finance and a BBA in Business Computer Information Systems and Organizational Management from the University of North Texas and he is a graduate of the Harvard Business School Presidents Program and just started an executive leadership program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government. He has 32 years of expertise in the financial markets and has contributed to publications like the Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and the New York Times. Show Notes:4:00 – Bassel shares his origin story, upbringing, and how he got to the point he is now in his career. Quote– “I learn from my own mistakes, those are the lessons that are most powerful.” 11:30 – Bob asks Bassel what sparked his determination at a young age to work at the World Bank. 19:30 – Bob asks Bassel how he responded to the catastrophic events happening in his home country when he had to leave his friends and family behind. Bassel shares his learnings and advice in processing the event and pushing through. Quote– “Part of our identity comes from the reflection we have on people's faces.” 27:00 – Bassel discusses some of the things that he is doing to get help so that he can continue being a leader. He mentions the help of his parents and the benefits of being coached. 33:00 – Bob emphasized that history repeats itself and that our nation's freedom could be threatened at any time. He proceeds to ask for Bassel's advice in preparing for these potential events and facing challenging situations. Quote– “I behave in a way that is consistent with my values.” 38:45 – Bassel begins to share what he is doing next and how he is continuing to grow, aligning himself with his values and beliefs. 41:45 – Bob asks why Bassel is so passionate about executive coaching and how he got involved. He then describes the differences between therapy, mentoring, and coaching. Quote– “When you go to bed tired but you feel energized from your work, what were you doing?” ; “Coaching is a thinking partnership.” 49:45 – Bassel tells what he thinks makes a good coach. Quote– “Coaching is also about chemistry.” 54:30 – Bob asks Bassel what he would say to a friend with high potential in their career who may need an executive coach for a specific reason, though they might not see it, to encourage them to look into getting their own coach. Quote – “Not everyone is coachable.” 57:30 – Bob then asks Bassel what attributes the people have that get the most out of their coaching. 1:01:00 – Bob asks if there is anything that is off-limits to ask a coach. 1:04:40 – Bob dives into the importance of having a specific mentor for a child outside the parent to protect their relationship. 1:10:30 – Bassel shares what he sees as the future for his industry regarding changes and developments. 1:20:50 – Bob asks for Bassel's advice in continuing to educate themselves as they continue their professional development, regardless of their career. 1:24:00 – Bob and Bassel discuss the value of online certifications. 1:31:00 – Bassel shares how to begin your search for an executive coach in your life. 1:34:10 – Bob asks Bassel what he would say if the president were to ask him to give a State of the Union Address to the American people, what is on his heart to share. Quote– “It seems that there is so much division. I would like to figure out what can bring us together.” Book Recommendations: “From Strength to Strength Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life” by Arthur Brooks, “Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman, “Staring at the Sun” by Irvin D. Yalom, “The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself” by Michael Alan Singer, “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” by Carol Dweck, and “Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know” by Adam Grant, “Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon's Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secret's of the Heart” by James R. Doty

Talk'n Throws with Jon Tipton- Current throws coach at North Texas University, throws coach at Sam Houston State University from 2014-2009 where he coached :-7 USTFCCCA Academic All-American honors-4 All-American performances-6 NCAA Championships qualifiers-24 NCAA Preliminary Championships qualifiers-16 Southland Conference champions,-34 All-Conference performers-5 current SHSU School Records-Tipton's athletes have helped contribute to 12 Southland Conference Team Championships Tipton worked with SHSU school record holder Chris Cralle (2012 Olympic Trials Silver Medalist) who earned All-American honors in 2011 and won the NACAC U-23 Championships in 2010 in the hammer throw.Texas Track and Field Association Informative website for all things Texas Track and Field4Throws.com Family owned business offering all quality implements at reasonable prices. Code Talkinthrows10ReadyUp Athletic Development ReadyUP offers team consulting, semi-private & private strength and conditioning in the Austin area.Porta-Circle Making Throwing more accessible. Use the code“TEXAS4EVER” for 10% off.Big Frog of Colleyville Handles all printing and embroidery. FiberSport Discus We are taking the guess work out of discus selection. It is not just about rim weight.

Human trafficking is a huge, growing global problem. Sex trafficking is the most pervasive form of human trafficking. In this episode, we discuss how the Deliver Fund uses information technology to help law enforcement track the traffickers through their P.A.T.H. system. Drs. Giddens and Petter also discuss their research into factors that affect law enforcement officers' use of P.A.T.H.Dr. Laurie Giddens is an assistant professor in the department of Technology and Decision Sciences at North Texas University.Dr. Stacie Petter is a professor in the School of Business at Wake Forest University.Giddens, L., Petter, S., & Fullilove, M. H. (2021). Information technology as a resource to counter domestic sex trafficking in the United States. Information Systems Journal.Cyber Ways is brought to you by the Center for Information Assurance, which is housed in the College of Business at Louisiana Tech University. The podcast is made possible through a "Just Business Grant," which is funded by the University's generous donors.Intro audio for the Cyber Ways Podcast Outro audio for Cyber Ways PodcastCyber Ways is brought to you by the Center for Information Assurance, which is housed in the College of Business at Louisiana Tech University. The podcast is made possible through a "Just Business Grant," which is funded by the University's generous donors.https://business.latech.edu/cyberways/

Fabiana Claure is a concert pianist and educator who has created a business around her music and artistic sides. Teaching others how to do the same is her passion. Fabiana resides in the U.S., but has also lived in Bolivia and Cuba. She says that living abroad has given her a helpful global perspective toward music, entrepreneurship and education. She founded The Musician's Profit Umbrella® business mentorship program for musicians. Fabiana was also Founder and Director of the Music Business and Entrepreneurship program at the University of North Texas, which is not far from my hometown of Fort Worth. She holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance degree with cognates in Music Business and Entertainment Industries from the University of Miami. She received a master's a from Southern Methodist University and a bachelor's from College of Charleston. Her credentials run deep in education, music performance and entrepreneurship. You can learn more about her street cred at  fabianaclaure.com. In this conversation... In this conversation Fabiana and I discuss living and growing up abroad, her adventures in education and as faculty at North Texas University, the concept of aligning artistic, personal, and professional strengths into a unified sense of identity, her Musician's Profit Umbrella mentorship program, creating a business while staying true to one's artistic side, and more. Fabiana periodically runs an online master class, in which you can get an idea of what she and The Musician's Profit Umbrella are all about. I encourage you to learn more about that at fabianaclaure.com. Please enjoy my conversation with Fabiana Claure. Support the Unstarving Musician The Unstarving Musician exists solely through the generosity of its listeners, readers, and viewers. Learn how you can offer your support. Mentioned in this Episode Visit UnstarvingMusician.com for links related to this episode. This episode is powered by Podcast Startup, the learning platform for creators with a voice. Podcast Startup covers tech, production, editing, marketing and more. I know what it feels like to be slowed down by challenges revolving around fear, procrastination and tech, yet I've recorded and published over 260 podcast episodes. To learn more about Podcast Startup and to get free podcasting startup tips right to your inbox, go to UnstarvingMusician.com/PodcastStartup. This episode was powered by Music Marketing Method, a program for independent musicians looking to grow their music career. Music Marketing Method was created by my good friend Lynz Crichton. I'm in the program and I'm learning tons! I'm growing my fan base and learning about many ways that I'll be earning money in the new year. It's also helping me grow this podcast. How cool is that? To lean more and find out if Music Marketing Method can help your music career, visit UnstarvingMusician.com/MusicMarketing. Resources The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs, by Robonzo Music Marketing Method – The program that helps musicians find fans, grow an audience and make consistent income Podcast Startup – The podcast learning platform for creative voices Bandzoogle – The all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a beautiful website for your music More Resources for musicians Pardon the Interruption (Disclosure)  Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means I make a small commission, at no extra charge to you, if you purchase using those links. Thanks for your support! Visit UnstarvingMusician.com/Podcasts for related links, episode transcripts and past guests. Sign up for the Unstarving Musician email newsletter at UnstarvingMusician.com Stay in touch! @RobonzoDrummer on Twitter  and  Instagram @UnstarvingMusician on Facebook  and  YouTube  

Born in Amarillo, Texas, Albright was adopted from an orphanage by Delle and Fred Albright. His adoptive mother, who was a schoolteacher, was very strict and overprotective of him. She accelerated his education and helped him skip two grades.When he got his first gun as a teenager, he killed small animals with it. His mother would help him stuff them, due to his interest in becoming a taxidermist.At age 13, he was already a petty thief and was arrested for aggravated assault. At age 15, he graduated from high school and enrolled at North Texas University. He expressed an interest in training as a medical doctor and a surgeon. He undertook pre-med training but failed to complete it. At age 16, the police caught him with some stolen petty cash, along with two handguns and a rifle. He spent a year in jail.After his release from jail, he attended Arkansas State Teachers College and majored in pre-med studies. After being found with stolen items, he was expelled from the college but was not prosecuted.Apparently unfazed, he falsified a degree. He stole documents and forged signatures, giving himself fictitious bachelor's and master's degrees. He married his college girlfriend, and they had a daughter. He continued to forge checks. He was caught in this deception while he was teaching at a high school and was placed on probation. In 1965, he and his wife separated, divorcing in 1974.He was then caught stealing hundreds of dollars' worth of merchandise from a hardware store and received a two-year prison sentence. He served less than six months before being released.During this time he began to befriend and gain the trust of his neighbors. He was even asked by local residents to babysit their children.In 1981, while visiting some friends, he sexually molested their 14-year-old daughter. He was prosecuted, pled guilty, and received probation. He later claimed that he was innocent but had pled guilty to avoid "a hassle."In 1984, he applied to be a leader in the Boy Scouts of America and was rejected.In 1985 in Arkansas, Albright met a woman named Dixie. He invited her to live with him. Soon she was paying his bills and supporting him. He delivered newspapers in the early morning, apparently to visit prostitutes without arousing Dixie's suspicion.While incarcerated, Albright died at the West Texas Regional Medical Facility in Lubbock, Texas, in August 2020.Here's how and where you can find Homicide Worldwide Podcast.To help support the show, find us on Patreon: patreon.com HWW is now on Discord: https://discord.gg/F9cMyf7JFJTo our amazing listeners. If you are listening to us on apple podcasts? (and even if your'e not) Please! take few minutes and leave a 5 ⭐️ review. It'll really help out the show. If you have a show suggestion? please email us at: homicideworldwidepodcast@gmail.comAnd you can always find us on twitter: https://twitter.com/HWWP10Thank you for your continued support of Homicide Worldwide PodcastSupport the show

Today our guest is Halei Parker (she/her). A Houston Texas native, University of North Texas & University of California, San Diego alumna, clown, chalk artist, teacher, visual storyteller, and costume designer. We discuss the pay gap of woman and AFAB people, mansplaining, being talked down to, and the experience of being a female costume designer. Check her out on Instagram @haleipie @haleiparkerdesign https://www.haleiparker.com/ Check out my Instagram accounts: @empersico @artistswithem @emicoproductions

Speaker:Bill Porter, MA has 20 years of experience in providing counseling, support and advocacy to at-risk children, youth, and families. Bill joined the Gladney Family in 2013 and he spends most of his time leading his team in providing “best practices” to adoptees, birth families and adoptive families. Bill has been trained through the Trust-based Relational Intervention TBRI® at Texas Christian University and has provided clinical supervision and consultation in evidenced based programming. Bill received his Bachelors of Arts in Religion from Southern Nazarene University and his Masters of Education in Counseling from North Texas University. Safety:A child has to feel safe physically and emotionally. We underestimate fear and anxiety. If you are never available for your child as a safe base, then you're not doing your job as a parent. Connection:Find ways to engage with your child even though you might be rejected. One of the most important things to remember is that it's never your child's responsibility to find ways to connect with you. It's your responsibility to find ways to connect with your child. What does your child like? What does your child want to do?When you have your safety and your connect working, then you get to do the other parenting stuff like correcting. Resources:The Power of Showing Up, by Daniel J. Siegel MD, Tina Payne Bryson PhD, et al.Gladney UniversityThe Power of Vulnerability: Teachings of Authenticity, Connection, and Courage, by Brené Brown

Transitions and change initiatives are two of the key times when Leadership is proven. Whatever size organization you lead, when it comes time for change, if things don't go well, you can usually point to a leadership failure. My guest on this episode is Jason Turner who serves as Vice President — Talent and Growth Initiatives at ArcBest, a global logistics company headquartered in Fort Smith, AR. In this episode, Jason shares what's winning in the workplace to attract and keep the right people on your team. You can listen to and follow True North Business on Apple by clicking here, on Spotify here, on the Charisma Podcast Network, or any of the platforms where you typically listen to podcasts. The ArcBest websites mentioned by Jason Turner are: www.arcb.com and the jobs site is jobs.arcb.com. Another way to connect with Jason Turner is through his LinkedIn profile at: http://linkedin.com/in/jason-turner-91b91013 More about my guest: Jason Turner: Vice President — Talent and Growth Initiatives at ArcBest Jason previously served as Chief Operating Officer of ABF Logistics, an ArcBest company, from January 2015 to July 2016. He was President of the Albert Companies, an ArcBest subsidiary, since 2009 where he led Albert's moving and storage brands. Before joining ArcBest, he held several leadership positions in manufacturing and utilities, leading numerous quality and change management initiatives. Mr. Turner has served on several trade association boards and committees and with nonprofit organizations. Mr. Turner earned a bachelor's degree in industrial management from Northwestern State University and a master's degree in business administration from North Texas University. ArcBest helps keep the global supply chain moving. United as ArcBest, the company leverages a full suite of shipping and logistics solutions to meet the critical needs of customers. Through less-than-truckload carrier ABF Freight®, the Panther Premium Logistics® fleet and a growing network of over 40,000 capacity providers across North America, ArcBest offers ground, air and ocean transportation, as well as offering fleet maintenance and repair services through FleetNet America® and household goods moving through U-Pack®. About the host: Following a successful career as CEO, Bobby sold his business to a publicly-traded company.  In what he calls his "second half of life", Bobby seeks to pour Biblically-based principles into growth-minded business leaders.   Through Values-Driven Leadership, Bobby serves as an Executive Coach and Training Consultant for organizations.  He shares many of his principles and practices through a weekly blog, the True North Business podcast, and through three books he has authored: Principled Profits: Outward Success Is an Inside Job, True North Business: A Leader's Guide to Extraordinary Growth and Impact, and The Freedom Paradox: Is Unbridled Freedom Dividing America?   Find out more at BobbyAlbert.com  

Host Medium & Intuitive Dating Expert Marisa Liza Pell and co-host CJ Westyn talk with the best friend of CJ's LOML (love of my life) as she gives valuable insight into Sarah's thoughts, feelings, and reactions to CJ's pursuit which come complete with a letter of recommendation from an ex-girlfriend! Jalynn Venis calls in to discuss her new venture as the founder of DateCamp an online dating resource website based in Denver. (At the time of this podcast release, DateCamp no longer exists.) Jalynn is an author of fiction and non-fiction, an optioned screenwriter and video/television producer. She was born and raised in Texas, where tall tales, smoky barbecue, enchiladas with chili con carne, and friendly people abound. As a child, Jalynn wrote her first spooky short story at the age of nine to rave revues and classmate applause. From that moment on, there was no turning back. Gothic horror, adventure and science fiction inspired her imagination and dreams. After graduating from North Texas University with a degree in writing for radio, television and film, Jalynn visited Colorado where she met a talented photographer and writer named Jim Venis. The two married and made their home in the Denver area where they pursued careers in media and communications. Jalynn is a video and television producer whose national credits include What You Get for the Money (HGTV, Fine Living), Picking Up the Pieces (HGTV), and The Traveloguer Series (PBS). Together with associates, she is developing two new projects for television: Date Camp and Last Night on Earth. Her published books include Cassandra's Field Guide to Ghostly Encounters, 25 Ways to Get Your Child to Read, and various ghostwriting projects. Coming in 2015 are Ghost Island, the novel, and The Pajama Supper Club, and Other Bedtime Stories. Jalynn has written several screenplays: Rollercoaster, Ghost Island, Jackson Hawk and the Treasure of the Inca (optioned), Utopia, and Lasermoon (optioned). She often writes with Richard Gorey, a writer, animation filmmaker, and film instructor in New York (www.goreystories.com). Jalynn completed ScreenwritingU's ProSeries program and has been interviewed by founder Hal Croasmun on the Business of Writing for ScreenwritingU's Master Program. An intuitive since childhood, Jalynn is no stranger to the metaphysical universe and the noetic sciences of consciousness, healing, extended human capacities, and transformation. She is an intuitive explorer who has coached individuals, organizations, and forward-looking companies in intuitive development. Since the late 1990s, Jalynn has mentored clients in energy sensitivity, intuitive development techniques, and heart-centered communication. She has been quoted in the Denver Post and various online journals on the role of intuition in everyday living. With both European and Native American ancestry, Jalynn has a deep reverence for the Earth and its wild things. At heart, she's a country girl who cherishes the ranch she shares with her husband, their pets, and wildlife. Jalynn is proud to be a member of The Colorado Authors' League and The Literacy Coalition of Colorado.

Don Frieden, the President, CEO & Chairman of P97 Networks is our special guest this week on episode 97 of the Leaders in Payments podcast.  Don grew up in Fort Forth Texas, attended North Texas University and has been in Houston Texas for about 30 years. P97 is making payments at the convenience retail and fuel industries simple, fast, and secure. They are a global company with 175 team members with about 100 at the headquarters in Houston. Beyond payments they provide loyalty programs for fuel brands and digital marketing opportunities that can be delivered to the fuel dispenser, connected car in-dash screens, mobile devices and voice channels.  Don has some great insights into the future of mobile payments including the enormous buying power today and in the future of millennials – who are the first digital native generation.

En este nuevo episodio del Podcast de la AAG, hubo mucha actividad a lo largo del mundo del golf y como cada semana les llevamos la voz de los protagonistas: Fabián Gómez es el único argentino que está jugando esta semana el US Open en Torrey Pines. Su caddie Omar Peralta nos cuenta cómo encontraron el campo y cuáles son las expectativas de cara al tercer major de la temporada 2021. (5:25 - 6:40)Una gran noticia llegó desde México con la victoria de Vicente Marzilio en eI Campeonato Internacional de México. "Vichu" terminó con ronda de 65 para ganar el título y así consiguió un boleto para el US Amateur que se jugará en Oakmont C.C en agosto de este año. El jugador que estudia en North Texas University nos cuenta sus sensaciones. (8:40-12:20)La semana pasada regresó la actividad en el PGA TOUR Latinoamérica y Leandro Marelli terminó en el cuarto puesto en Weston Hills Open. El jugador de Casilda evalúa su rendimiento y nos cuenta lo que viene esta semana con un nuevo evento en Bucaramanga, Colombia. (14:40 - 15:30)Además el clásico repaso de la agenda para el fin de semana, con toda la actividad de los argentinos por el mundo.

On this episode of “One More Time,” we’re talking about wind band works that have been dedicated to people, movements, and ideas, with a specific focus on environmentalism and sustainability. We’re joined by Steven Bryant, a freelance composer who’s studied composition at the Juilliard School, North Texas University, and Ouachita University and the composer of “The Automatic Earth;” Viet Cuong, the California Symphony’s 2020-2023 Young American Composer-in-Residence and composer of “Re(new)al;”and Dr. Jay Watkins, who works at the University of Florida as the Associate Director of Bands, Director of Athletic Bands, Assistant Professor in the School of Music and as the Director of the “Pride of the Sunshine” - The Gator Marching Band. Cindy Severino provides us with our Two Minute Rehearsal Technique, and Scott Schwartz of the Sousa Archives and Center for American Music joins to tell us about pieces that Sousa wrote and dedicated.

En este nuevo episodio del Podcast de la AAG, una vez más les llevamos la voz de los protagonistas: Segundo Oliva Pinto habla sobre su gran victoria en el SEC Championship y sobre sus próximos pasos. El cordobés ganó la etapa individual en uno de los eventos más importantes del golf universitario con la Universidad de Arkansas. (6:04 a 7:40 )También Vicente Marzilio obtuvo una victoria en el golf universitario. El jugador de Hindú Club, que estudia en North Texas University ganó la clasificación individual del C-USA Men's Golf Championship. (10:25 a 11:42)Entre las damas, Valentina Rossi fue fundamental para la victoria de Michigan State University en un evento de la Big 10 Conference. La rosarina nos cuenta sus sensaciones luego de la primera victoria desde que está estudiando en Estados Unidos (13:09 a 14:58)Después del repaso por otros excelentes resultados que tuvieron los chicos argentinos en el golf universitario, Juan Tomás Arozena nos cuenta sus emociones luego de ganar el 40 Abierto Norpatagónico que se jugó en el Club de Golf Palihue, en Bahía Blanca. (19:45 a 23:50)Además el clásico repaso de la agenda para el fin de semana, con toda la actividad de los argentinos

“Spirituality is your conscious contact with God.” Damon West led his high school football team to championships as well as a starting position with the North Texas University football team.  He was adored by his community and the good fortune of being the son of one of the most respected sports reporters in the state.  Very few people are blessed with such extraordinary gifts and opportunities, and yet, fate and biochemistry had another plan for Damon.  In short, addiction doesn’t discriminate.   Whenever I talk to others in recover I am always inspired and uplifted by the daily choices they make to live in gratitude and be of service.  I loved this conversation with Damon about his story of redemption from meth addiction to what he has chosen to do with his life now and the positive impact he is making on the world. Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, nationally known keynote speaker and best-selling author (with best-selling author and motivational speaker Jon Gordon) of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change. His first book and autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, was published just three years after his release from a Texas maximum-security prison. After a fateful discussion during his incarceration with a seasoned convict, Damon had a spiritual awakening. He learned that, like a coffee bean changing with the application of heat and pressure, he was capable of changing the environment around him. Armed with a program of recovery, a renewed faith, and a miraculous second chance at life, Damon emerged from over seven years of prison a changed man. His story of redemption, grit and determination continues to inspire audiences today. This is a powerful conversation about addiction, sobriety, redemption, spiritual transformation and more. No matter what you are dealing with currently, I know Damon's story of turning tragedy into triumph will resonate with you.   Here’s what you will learn: Where Damon’s road started with addiction and prison time (3:29) What prison life was like for Damon (10:21) Understanding the prison of the mind (15:16) How to build grit and determination (23:31) How Damon became a “smuggler of hope” (29:24) Damon’s first experiences with recovery and how it changed him (36:42) How his faith in God works to provide with needs (42:18) The importance of reaching out while struggling with an addiction (49:37) Screenshot your favorite part and post to your IG story and tag me @amberlylagomotivation and @damonwest7 so we can see and repost to our stories!   Follow Damon: Instagram Twitter Website   Mentioned in this episode: Jon Gordon The Coffee Bean The Coffee Bean for Kids   Hiitide Book Club: I am excited to share that registration for the True Grit and Grace Book Club is now OPEN!!! https://hiitide.com/crews/true-grit-and-grace   Unlock your highest potential and start living the life you deserve! Read the True Grit and Grace book here and learn how you can turn your tragedies into triumphs!  Thank you for joining us on the True, Grit, & Grace Podcast! If you find value in today’s episode, don’t forget to share the show with your friends and tap that subscribe button so you don’t miss an episode! You can also head over to amberlylago.com to join my newsletter and access free downloadable resources that can help you elevate your life, business, and relationships! Want to see the behind the scenes and keep the conversation going?  Head over to Instagram @amberlylagomotivation! Audible @True-Grit-and-Grace-Audiobook  Website @amberlylago.com Instagram @amberlylagomotivation Facebook @AmberlyLagoSpeaker

Many people believe that an alpha male is a tall guy with a lower voice and a wide manly face. He's strong and full of testosterone. But it can't be just about the physical characteristics of a man! In fact, there are also other things that make a guy an alpha. Moreover, you can learn to be an alpha and cultivate these qualities in yourself! - In the animal world, the alpha is the highest-ranking individual in their social group. By the way, it's not only males that can be alphas! It can be a female animal or a male and a female making up an alpha pair. - According to a 2014 study by Rice University and North Texas University, 48.9% of ladies do care a lot about this and prefer taller guys in both lab experiments and real-life dating. - Second, it's about the voice. It's a natural thing for us to see guys with lower, more masculine voices as older, taller, and more dominant. - Girls like rugged and wide manly faces because on a deep subconscious level we all analyze if a man has good genes to pass over — even if we don't plan to marry him and have kids with him. - If you ever notice that a girl has dilated pupils when she looks at you, it's a clear sign she likes what she sees. - If a girl puts her Instagram aside and focuses on you, she must be really interested. - An alpha male doesn't get rejected by girls. If you want to be like that, remember that it's not just about what you offer her but what you do. - If you've become a subject of discussion and the girl is going out with you, she must have felt those alpha vibes you were sending out and proudly told her friends all about it. - Even sitting next to the person in a group of others speaks volumes. No one, girls and guys included, wouldn't want to get close and personal with someone they don't like. - If she's generously liking your stuff and leaving comments to approve of your picture to start a discussion, she's clearly letting the world know she likes you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 71- Rich Redmond! Rich has been the drummer for Jason Aldean for the last 21 years. In addition to working with Jason he has also worked with Garth Brooks, Kelly Clarkson, Ludacris, Joe Perry, Chris Cornell and many more. Besides music he also does acting, appearing in many short films and some feature length films. If that wasn’t enough he also does motivational speaking and has a written a book about his success titled “CRASH.” We discuss all and more! 00:00 - Intro01:15 - Welcome Rich Live! 02:01 - Early Background 03:05 - The Police & Van Halen 05:02 - Transcribing Songs06:15 - Texas Tech & North Texas University 08:22 - Side Jobs & Variety of Bands09:19 - Trisha Yearwood & Moving to Nashville 09:55 - Playing In 27 Bands at the Same Time 10:46 - Meeting Jason Aldean & Early Years 15:55 - Ludacris, Kelly Clarkson, Chris Cornell & Joe Perry 19:15 - Use of Drum Machines in Studio & Live 22:28 - Best Drummers 25:30 - Backstage Celebrities 26:40 - Vegas Tragedy & Higher Power 28:40 - Performing on SNL 30:15 - Writing Songs 32:55 - Acting Inspirations & 3's Company 35:45 - Improv Comedy 37:40 - Short Films & Auditions 40:20 - Secret to Success 41:50 - The Secret & Avoiding Negativity 43:11 - Haters, Enemies & Trolls 44:28 - Playing the Drums With Emotion 47:10 - Falling In Love With Rejection 49:30 - Breast Cancer Can Stick It!50:20 - Wrap Up Rich Redmond Website:https://richredmond.comBreast Cancer Can Stick It! https://www.breastcancercanstickit.orgChuck Shue Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/chuck_shute/Support the show (https://venmo.com/Chuck-Shute)

We are still looking for a name for these once a month check-ins. If you have an idea email us or DM us on Instagram. In this episode, we talk about Francesca Leo's article "How to Navigate Music School with a Performance-Related Injury". Meghan Taylor's article "Can Music Performance Anxiety Be Helpful? Well, It Depends."  (side note: Meghan is in the Performing Arts Health degree at North Texas University - the name slipped my mind during the recording) We also talk about Madeline's delicious Chicken Salad Recipe and Michael Pollan's Book "Caffeine"  Oh yeah, and some running tips for Hannah. 

Episode 293 Sentenced to 65 years in a Texas prison, Damon West once had it all. He came from a great family, in a home full of God, love, support, and opportunities to reach any dream. He was college quarterback at North Texas University, a natural born leader who appeared to be the all-American kid living out his dreams. But then everything went downhill fast and Damon ended up being sentenced to 65 years for Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity for dozens of burglaries he committed while hooked on meth, prison life began with a violent baptism-by-fire. Nothing in his privileged background, working in both Washington politics and at one of the largest Wall Street banks in the world, could have prepared him for the nightmares of a Texas maximum-security prison. It would be the wisdom of an elderly convict, the love of his family, a program of recovery and his faith that guided his path. The only athlete in the history of the NCAA to receive a life sentence and parole out of prison with enough life left to tell the story, Damon West has made the most of his second chance. As an addict in long-term recovery, with a lifetime of parole, this former college quarterback has learned from his own mistakes, and the examples of others, that his program of recovery is paramount to everything else. Since his parole from that Texas maximum-security prison in November of 2015, he has shared his story with audiences ranging from the incarnated to students to the corporate world. His goal in every room is to reach that “one person” and find those who may be struggling with substance abuse or any other life-restricting obstacles. His story is sure to inspire and motivate those who hear it. On this episode of the podcast, Damon shares his incredibly powerful story of having it all, and then losing it all, life in prison, getting sober, how a coffee bean analogy changed his life and how he's turned his mess into a message of caution and hope.  For more, log on to http://SportsSpectruim.com 

Pastor J.D. discusses the origins of privilege, its influence in society, and the responsibility Christians have in the issue. A glimpse inside this episode: This term “privilege” was first developed by a white woman in the 1980’s to talk not about race but male privilege in academics. (Learned from Dr. George Yancey) Definition: “An invisible package of unearned assets that whites can count on cashing in each day.” Privilege is multi-dimensional. There is never one exclusive privileged class and one underprivileged class. Rather, there are various ways in which a person may be privileged or not. For example, a white woman growing up in poverty, with an abusive father, may experience far fewer benefits of “privilege” than a black man growing up in an affluent, healthy family. Dr. Yancey says there is tall privilege and good-looking privilege. He says that Asians are often given a “they must be smart at math privilege.” The phrase “white privilege” indicates that—all other factors being equal—there is more social advantage in being white in the United States than in being non-white. Or, in other words, because “whiteness” is the social norm, those who are in that group have more benefits than those outside that group. Examples: As a white guy, if a traffic cop pulls me over, I never have to wonder if it was because of my race (Almost all POC have stories about this) As a white guy, the same is true when I see a clerk looking at me in the store. As a white guy, I don’t have to worry about my name causing me to be overlooked on a job or housing application. (Chris Green tells a story about assumptions being made by a lender about his income because he was black.) We want to see all people in our society have access to the same rights and privileges. When Dr. George Yancey, an African-American sociologist from North Texas University, came to speak to our church recently, he made a really interesting comment about privilege: He said “privileges” are like “rights.” It’s not that we want to take rights from one group and give them to others, but we want to see the rights that one group enjoys extended to all. He said often, in discussing privilege (white privilege or male privilege), there’s an unspoken assumption: “Things are not equal between these two groups, and we need to make them equal by pulling the top group down.” But if we think about privilege more like rights, it changes the conversation. When I think of the privileges that I have as a white person, or as a man, what I want is to see those privileges extended to as many people as possible. I don’t want people to lose all of their rights. I want more people to have those rights! These are just a handful of examples that show us that at least at some level, privilege exists. Another way to say it (that I’ve found helpful) is that the judicial and empowerment structures in our society, while better than in generations past, are still tilted. There is a sort of center-of-gravity toward the majority culture. What to do about it? There is responsibility to use that privilege to help others Politicians are divided: some will say that because our history of exploitation and discrimination has undoubtedly contributed to creating some of these realities, that demands certain benefits and privileges be extended to the black community Others will say that that won’t help: now that the doors of opportunity have been opened, only black people can go through them. DESK: Diploma, employment, spouse, kids. These are things everyone can do and are proven to fight poverty.

Pastor J.D. discusses the origins of privilege, its influence in society, and the responsibility Christians have in the issue. A glimpse inside this episode: This term “privilege” was first developed by a white woman in the 1980’s to talk not about race but male privilege in academics. (Learned from Dr. George Yancey) Definition: “An invisible package of unearned assets that whites can count on cashing in each day.” Privilege is multi-dimensional. There is never one exclusive privileged class and one underprivileged class. Rather, there are various ways in which a person may be privileged or not. For example, a white woman growing up in poverty, with an abusive father, may experience far fewer benefits of “privilege” than a black man growing up in an affluent, healthy family. Dr. Yancey says there is tall privilege and good-looking privilege. He says that Asians are often given a “they must be smart at math privilege.” The phrase “white privilege” indicates that—all other factors being equal—there is more social advantage in being white in the United States than in being non-white. Or, in other words, because “whiteness” is the social norm, those who are in that group have more benefits than those outside that group. Examples: As a white guy, if a traffic cop pulls me over, I never have to wonder if it was because of my race (Almost all POC have stories about this) As a white guy, the same is true when I see a clerk looking at me in the store. As a white guy, I don’t have to worry about my name causing me to be overlooked on a job or housing application. (Chris Green tells a story about assumptions being made by a lender about his income because he was black.) We want to see all people in our society have access to the same rights and privileges. When Dr. George Yancey, an African-American sociologist from North Texas University, came to speak to our church recently, he made a really interesting comment about privilege: He said “privileges” are like “rights.” It’s not that we want to take rights from one group and give them to others, but we want to see the rights that one group enjoys extended to all. He said often, in discussing privilege (white privilege or male privilege), there’s an unspoken assumption: “Things are not equal between these two groups, and we need to make them equal by pulling the top group down.” But if we think about privilege more like rights, it changes the conversation. When I think of the privileges that I have as a white person, or as a man, what I want is to see those privileges extended to as many people as possible. I don’t want people to lose all of their rights. I want more people to have those rights! These are just a handful of examples that show us that at least at some level, privilege exists. Another way to say it (that I’ve found helpful) is that the judicial and empowerment structures in our society, while better than in generations past, are still tilted. There is a sort of center-of-gravity toward the majority culture. What to do about it? There is responsibility to use that privilege to help others Politicians are divided: some will say that because our history of exploitation and discrimination has undoubtedly contributed to creating some of these realities, that demands certain benefits and privileges be extended to the black community Others will say that that won’t help: now that the doors of opportunity have been opened, only black people can go through them. DESK: Diploma, employment, spouse, kids. These are things everyone can do and are proven to fight poverty. 

With a unique style and sound, which echoes the influences of his past, Brad Leali is one of the most notable saxophonists of current times. A native of Denver, Colorado, Brad was raised in the Baptist Church. In addition to gospel music, he spent countless hours listening to the music his parents played (Coltrane, Cannonball, Bird, James Brown, Marvin Gaye, and Nancy Wilson). It's no wonder that at a very young age, he was able to combine gospel, jazz, and R&B into his playing.   As a child, Brad recalls spending time looking through old year book photos of his father in the high school jazz band, looking sharp and clean. He was so enamored by these images that he found himself opening the case, time and time again, to see the beautiful horn from the photos. He finally told his father that he just had to play. That very day, his father had the horn repaired and signed Brad up for the Denver Junior Police Concert Band. That began his long love affair with the saxophone.   While studying the saxophone, Brad spent his youthful years listening to live jazz at many Denver music venues. One in particular was named “El Chapultapec,” owned by Jerry Krantz. Krantz loved jazz and would allow young musicians, such as Brad, to listen, learn, and sit in. It was here that Brad first heard many of his early mentors and local legends (Billy Tolles, Billy Wallace, Homer Brown, Nat Yarborough, etc.) He also got to hear and study with other jazz greats, such as trumpeter Clark Terry and saxophonists Eddie “Cleanhead” Vincent.   Leali received a Bachelor of Arts degree in music education from North Texas University in 1989, where he played with the world-renowned One O'clock Lab Band. Upon graduating, the Harry Connick, Jr. Orchestra immediately recruited him. In his tenure with the orchestra (1989-1994), Brad was the lead alto saxophonist and the musical director. During this time, they toured the world and the orchestra recorded two highly acclaimed CDs (e.g., Christmas CD & Redlight, Blue light)   By invitation of Frank Foster, Brad then joined the Count Basie Orchestra in 1995. (later under Grover Mitchell 2003). During his years with the group, the Basie band was a two-time Grammy award- winning orchestra. It was one of the greatest musical learning experiences he'd ever had. Working with older musicians only deepened his appreciation of the importance of this music. Spending time one-on-one with the likes of Joe Williams was unforgettable in these formative years.   During his time as one of the top jazz musicians in New York City, Leali was a staple in legendary jazz venues like the Village Vanguard, Blue Note, Jazz Standard, Iridium, and Birdland. He has also performed in Lincoln Center in the orchestras of jazz legends Nancy Wilson and Benny Golson.   Brad's desire to pay it forward and help keep jazz alive led to him earning a Master's degree from Rutgers University in 2005. He was quickly appointed as Director of Jazz Studies at Texas Tech University. While there, several scholarships were established in his name, including the “Brad Leali Endowed Jazz Scholarship”. In 2008, Brad joined the esteemed University of North Texas (UNT) faculty as Professor of Jazz Saxophone, where he directs small group ensembles, jazz performance fundamentals, and jazz saxophone. As the recipient of the UNT “Creative Impact Award” in 2014, Brad was recognized as a distinguished faculty member for his outstanding contributions as an educator who perpetuates the value of creative development and performance.   Brad Leali has also had a prolific recording career. His first solo recording was Priority Soul! in 1998 on the New Jazz Renaisssance Recordings label. In 1999, the Count Basie Orchestra won a Grammy award for Count Plays Duke with Leali receiving his own nomination for his solo work on the classic Billy Strayhorn composition, “The Star-Crossed Lovers.” His discography also includes Live in Europe (Brad Leali Quartet, 2004); Brooklyn Soul Organization (also produced by Leali, 2004); the critically acclaimed Maria Juanez (2006), which features his own compositions and eighteen-piece jazz orchestra; and DA's Time (Brad Leali-Claus Raible Quartet, 2008) on the TCB label. Leali's numerous television appearances include local news programs, the Today show, Jay Leno, Arsenio Hall, BET, and the Harry Connick, Jr., Christmas Special. He performed annually for many years as part of the Kennedy Center Honors program. Leali also performed at President Obama's inaugural celebration “We Are One.”   While Brad continues teaching at UNT, he frequently performs, tours, and records. He also enjoys working as a guest artist, clinician, and adjudicator at other educational institutions. Brad has had a long-time endorsement with Keilwerth Saxophones and D'Addario Reeds. He currently tours with Lyle Lovett & His Large Band (2013-present).   Topics:  Developing mastery through practice, faith, and loving what you do  How to go from classroom to a working artist  Building relationships with students as an educator  Importance of preserving Jazz Finding balance between learning in the classroom and on the bandstand  Gospel Meets Jazz   Connect with Brad:  http://bradleali.com/ Brad.Leali@unt.edu

Bomani Jones is joined by rapper and former football player at University of North Texas Tobe Nwigwe. They discuss being a college athlete (2:06), getting started in music (6:10), how his parents feel about him being in the business (14:57), deciding to start a non-profit after college (22:51), the unique nature of his multimedia production (26:11) and much more.

Bomani Jones is joined by rapper and former football player at University of North Texas Tobe Nwigwe. They discuss being a college athlete (2:06), getting started in music (6:10), how his parents feel about him being in the business (14:57), deciding to start a non-profit after college (22:51), the unique nature of his multimedia production (26:11) and much more.

On this episode of Career Closeup, we take another dive into the world of medicine.  We sat down with Dr. Raul Santos, MD.  A Dallas area Interventional Cardiologist.  From his early years in college and his service in the U.S Army to his residency and fellowship in Cardiology, Dr. Santos gave us a great insight into the training, practice and rewarding aspects of his incredible field.  If you are thinking about medicine or are in medical school and considering a career treating disease of the heart, this is a realistic and informative close up.   Show notes: 00:00 Introduction 01:00  The job of an interventional cardiologist. 02:19  What exactly is a catheterization? 04:10  Tell us about the training to become Interventional Cardiologist. 05:33  What influenced you to go into cardiology and proceeding to interventional cardiology? 07:47  What is a typical day like for an interventional cardiologist? Being “On-Call”? 10:48  How does this field affect your lifestyle, family? 12:10  What would you say are most rewarding and most challenging parts of your job? 13:18  How do you deal with the stress? 14:07  Dr. Santos’ path to success; high school, college and Army days. 17:23  Dr. Santos’ recommendations for high school students, college students that are interested in medicine and cardiology. 18:22  Are there any misconceptions about the medical field, cardiology you want to address? 19:19  Summary   Related Links: US Army - Operating Room Specialist (68D) University of North Texas University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston Medical School Cedars-Sinai Internal Medicine residency Baylor Scott & White Health - Cardiovascular Disease fellowship Baylor Scott & White Health -Interventional Cardiology fellowship Link to: catheterization procedure of Heart  Link to video: Leg, Peripheral vascular disease

Coach Linda's guest is a true woman trailblazer, Ms. Loretta Penn.  She is the former President of Spherion Staffing Services, a two billion dollar staffing & recruiting co. acquired in 2011 by the Randstad Group.  Penn led the company’s largest division (over a billion dollars), responsible for revenue growth & profitability, service delivery, sales, operations & strategic direction across 500+ company-owned, licensed & franchised offices in North America. Prior to becoming President, Penn served as Spherion’s Chief Service Excellence Officer, & President of Spherion Legal Staffing along with other senior positions.  Penn brings over 25 years of experience in the staffing industry and 10 years in sales, marketing & executive management positions with the IBM Corporation.   Penn is currently the founder & President of PECC, LLC, an executive coaching & consulting company.  She works with senior executives, business owners, entrepreneurs & individuals to create greater alignment between business goals, vision & profitability.  Her practice focuses on working with professionals committed to developing innovative, creative & sustainable solutions in workforce management, talent acquisition & retention in a diverse global environment.  In alignment with her coaching & consulting practice, Penn is currently an Adjunct Professor at the George Washington University School of Nursing in Washington, DC in the MSN & Doctoral programs, Nursing Leadership & Executive Management Program.  Penn holds a Bachelor of Science degree from North Texas University & a Certificate of Studies from Harvard University. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for TECO Energy, the North Highland Company, &  the Global Good Fund.  Penn also serves as Chairman of the Board for YUPRO, an affiliate of Year Up.  

This past Monday in Waco, Texas, an exchange of gunfire at the Twin Peaks restaurant claimed 9 lives and more than a dozen people were injured. Initial reports were that the gunfight featured biker club members from one of the world's largest 'outlaw' (law enforcement designation) clubs the Bandidos and the Cossacks, a smaller club which may be seen as being disrespectful to the Bandidos for wearing "Texas" on their lower rocker (bike club patches). Closed circuit video though raises the question of who fired first and most frequently? Some say it was police. Fox News in Texas is reporting that biker clubs have issued threats against police after the shootings. 170 suspects are in custody and 318 weapons, including 100 handguns have been confiscated. Professor James F. Quinn at North Texas University has studied biker clubs including the biggest four 1% clubs in the U.S and joins us to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tedi Sarafian's early training in film came from two legendary iconoclasts in the industry: his father, award winning screenwriter/director Richard C. Sarafian (Vanishing Point) and his uncle, Academy Award winning director, Robert Altman (M*A*S*H). Growing up on sets and trained in his youth as a production assistant, he was given a rare inside education in all aspects of filmmaking and by his late teens was working as an assistant editor. He took a hiatus from the family business to attend North Texas University where he studied film and music. While in college, Tedi wrote his first screenplay. Imaginative, his storylines were fast-paced with smart characters and his affinity for epic action sequences quickly got the attention of major studios. His first produced credit, Tank Girl, starring Lori Petti, became an underground cult film. He then went on to write and co-produce Roadflower (aka Road Killers) for Miramax. Some more of his writing projects include, Man Plus, for Warner Bros., Flying Tigers, for Morgan Creek; William The Magnificent, which he sold in a bidding war to Steven Spielberg; Metal Heads, which he sold in a bidding war to United Artists; The Radda Condition, which he wrote for John Calley and United Artists; Adaptive Ultimate, which he wrote for 20th Century Fox and Jody Foster. Now, garnering seven figures per project, Tedi branched out to deliver rewrites of existing material on such major projects as the television mini- series, Dinotopia and the hit feature film, Rush Hour. He wrote an original screenplay that attracted Arnold Schwarzenegger and director Jonathan Mostow. The resulting feature film, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, became the 3rd installment of Sony Pictures' blockbuster franchise grossing $450 mil worldwide firmly establishing Tedi as a major screenwriter. Working for top directors such as Ridley Scott, John Singleton, Gary Ross, Michael Bay and Sam Raimi, Tedi has several screenplays presently in development including, The 8th Voyage Of Sinbad for Sony and “Arabian Nights” based on a treatment by Sam Raimi and 20th Century Fox, Creature From The Black Lagoon. His television projects include the half-hour sci-fi comedy, “Hoax,” for Fox Television; and a dark, twisted family drama titled, “Blood Relatives.” This project is currently set up at NBC. Tedi is also developing his original TV pilot, The Bus, with actress Charlize Theron, who is attached to produce and play a cameo roll. This project is out for funding. Tedi sold his action/comedy pilot titled Indigo to Katie O'Connell, a project with which he is teaming up with his brother, director Deran Sarafian (House, MD). Currently, he is preparing to pitch Volt, a project that he co-created with comic icon Stan Lee (Spider-Man, Iron man). Tedi recently completed his directorial debut, Altergeist. A psychological thriller that he also wrote, starring Kristina Anapau (Black Swan). Altergeist was filmed entirely on location in Sonoma, California at Korbel Champagne Cellars. This film is scheduled to be released in October, 2014. Tedi's most recent endeavor is an original screenplay titled Lilith, which he is attached to direct. Academy Award winning producer Phillip Goldfine is producing.   His latest spec screenplay, Bot, is a tent pole blockbuster science fiction/action trilogy. Mario Kassar (Terminator/Rambo) is attached to produce.

Loren Brand entered the Marine Corps in 1966, and attended college at Michigan State University and North Texas University. He was trained in aviation and served in the Vietnam War as a helicopter pilot. After the war he became an FBI agent.

In partnership with several Italian scholars, UCSB’s department of religious studies gathered experts to discuss the way religious thought intersects with political legislation and action, particularly in the realm of sexuality. On this installment of “Church, Sex, and the Public Sphere: Italy and the United States,” Elizabeth Oldmixon, Assistant Professor of Political Science, North Texas University, explores the policy of sexual ethics. Series: "Voices" [Public Affairs] [Humanities] [Show ID: 15376]

In partnership with several Italian scholars, UCSB’s department of religious studies gathered experts to discuss the way religious thought intersects with political legislation and action, particularly in the realm of sexuality. On this installment of “Church, Sex, and the Public Sphere: Italy and the United States,” Elizabeth Oldmixon, Assistant Professor of Political Science, North Texas University, explores the policy of sexual ethics. Series: "Voices" [Public Affairs] [Humanities] [Show ID: 15376]

In partnership with several Italian scholars, UCSB’s department of religious studies gathered experts to discuss the way religious thought intersects with political legislation and action, particularly in the realm of sexuality. On this installment of “Church, Sex, and the Public Sphere: Italy and the United States,” Elizabeth Oldmixon, Assistant Professor of Political Science, North Texas University, explores the policy of sexual ethics. Series: "Voices" [Public Affairs] [Humanities] [Show ID: 15376]

This DJS Jazz Spotlite features multi-award winning pianist Rick Roe. He is a respected educator and one of the Professors of Jazz at Michigan State University. Rick has served as an educator/clinician at the University of Arizona, North Texas University, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the University of Michigan, and the Montreaux/Detroit Jazz Festival. […]