Cruz through HTX
Freddy Cruz
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A podcast for Houstonians who want to engage more with their hometown and learn more about the people driving its growth.
Cruz through HTX spotlights the stories, individuals, businesses, and organizations that make the Houston area GREAT.
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Doug Lawrence on Battling PTSD Through Mentorship
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05/19/22 • 35 min
Doug Lawrence is the founder of Talent-C and co-founder of the International Mentor Community. His latest book is You are Not Alone.
In this episode, we cover Doug's story, as well as red flags to look for when someone we love is struggling with their mental health. As a former first responder with PTSD, Doug has plenty of knowledge in this arena and has deployed it by mentoring others.
Learn more about Doug HERE.
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Credits:
Sound design and music by Ian Sturgeon of Sound Squatch.
Voiceover by bc of bcvoiceover.com.
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Buid-a-Bear Workshop CEO Sharon Price John Says Your Perspective is Holding You Back
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02/21/23 • 35 min
Even if you don’t have kids, you’ve almost certainly heard of or seen the Build-A-Bear Workshop. Today, I’m joined by CEO Sharon Price-John.
During this episode we talk about her early days at Mattel, the importance of having a Goal Tree, why your perspective may be holding you back, and her new book Stories and Heart: Unlock the Power of Personal Stories to Create a Life You Love.
Learn more about Sharon and get her book HERE.
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03/30/23 • 29 min
Jason June and Loren Long join the show to talk about Never Forget Eleanor, a children's story about a young elephant who loses his grandmother to Alzheimer's Disease.
During this conversation, we dive into their personal connection to Alzheimer's Disease, and the importance of sharing this story with the world.
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How to Teach Our Kids the Importance of Financial Literacy
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02/28/23 • 25 min
NatGeo's Sarah Wassner Flynn and Alvin Hall join the show to talk about their kids book Not So Common Cents: Facts and Stats About Money.
During this episode, we talk about the importance of teaching kids financial literacy, as well as best practices.
And because we're talking about money, a disclaimer: This episode is for entertainment purposes only. Don't do anything stupid. Please.
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A Bestselling Author's Take on AI
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04/18/23 • 22 min
Chris Hauty is the bestselling author of the Hayley Chill series...his latest installment is The Devil You Know, which is about a plot to assassinate a Supreme Court Justice.
During this episode, we talk about the challenges he faces when it comes to writing violence into his plots, and as a creative who’s curious about other creatives’ views on AI, we begin the conversation with his thoughts on the technology that’s disrupting the world on a daily basis.
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He Owns Over 10,000 Toys AND a Toy Museum!
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03/28/23 • 30 min
I took the recording gear to the Houston Toy Museum to speak with cofounder Matt Broussard.
Matt owns over ten thousand toys, some of which are housed in the Houston Toy Museum.
During this conversation, we talk about his collection (and how it got so big), as well as toys' cultural impact.
If you're in the Houston area, you've gotta check it out. The museum looks small from the outside but you'll be blown away once you get past the velvet rope.
Learn more at houstontoymususeum.com
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02/21/23 • 41 min
New York Times Bestselling Author of the Pike Logan series Brad Taylor recently stopped by Houston to talk about his new novel The Devil's Ransom.
From his killing off characters to writing his first book as one long chapter, we covered a ton of ground. And because we taped the conversation before a live audience at Murder by the Book, and we even got some audience participation.
Pick up your copy of The Devil's Ransom HERE.
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A Boomer's Booming New Career After Leaving Corporate America
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04/04/23 • 31 min
The older I get, the younger I feel and this next guest agrees. Her name is Wendy Green, host of the podcast Hey, Boomer. Wendy is one of those success stories to come out of the pandemic. At the age of sixty-nine, she pivoted from a career in computer science to coaching and podcasting. During this episode, we talk boomer life in Corporate America, the lack of communication between generations, and more. Enjoy.
And be sure to check out Wendy's work, along with her podcast, HERE.
This episode is brought to you by Salty Lama, an eco-friendly laundry detergent. Smell good while saving the planet and cutting clutter with their laundry strips. I've been using them for a few weeks now and am loving the scent. Plus it makes me feel good, knowing that we're doing the best we can to reduce the amount of plastic we use. Every little bit helps and you can, too. Click the affiliate link for a special discount code right HERE.
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A Trainer's Hot Take on Crossfit
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04/06/23 • 33 min
I met Zac Mason on LinkedIn. Zac trains business owners and CEOs using his metabolic-recomp-method, a process that’ll keep you lean and mean and overcoming the obstacle of poor health.
During this episode, you’ll hear why some of us are training and dieting wrong. And be sure to stick around to the end because he’s gonna give you the best hot take on CrossFit you’ll ever hear.
While Zac is a professional and REALLY good at what he does, we both encourage you to do your due diligence and speak to your physician before doing anything we talk about in this conversation.
This episode is brought to you by Salty Lama, an eco-friendly laundry detergent. Smell good while saving the planet and cutting clutter with their laundry strips. I've been using them for a few weeks now and am loving the scent. Plus it makes me feel good, knowing that we're doing the best we can to reduce the amount of plastic we use. Every little bit helps and you can, too. Click the affiliate link for a special discount code right HERE.
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She's an Early Woman in Tech with a Hot Take on AI
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03/04/23 • 42 min
To call Bonnie D. Graham a Renaissance woman would be an understatement.
She's a former comedian (but still VERY funny), writer, radio host, podcast host of two shows, and an early woman in tech.
If there's anything you'll take from this episode, it's that you'll learn the power of the ask. Plus, all the ways artificial intelligence is a GOOD thing for creators.
Be sure to subscribe to Bonnie's two shows, Technology Revolution: The Future of Now and Read My Lips: Cool Conversations with Creatives.
This episode is brought to you by SaltyLama eco-friendly laundry detergent strips. Tap my affiliate link to score 10% off your next purchase. So skip the harsh chemicals, cut clutter, and help protect the planet with SaltyLama.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Cruz through HTX have?
Cruz through HTX currently has 151 episodes available.
What topics does Cruz through HTX cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Entrepreneurship, Podcasts and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Cruz through HTX?
The episode title 'Doug Lawrence on Battling PTSD Through Mentorship' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Cruz through HTX?
The average episode length on Cruz through HTX is 29 minutes.
How often are episodes of Cruz through HTX released?
Episodes of Cruz through HTX are typically released every 2 days.
When was the first episode of Cruz through HTX?
The first episode of Cruz through HTX was released on Jan 27, 2022.
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