Cruz through HTX Freddy Cruz

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 University and as a scientist on the NASA Mars InSight mission, go HERE.

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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.
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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 science behind why our food is killing us.

Learn more about Sinless Treats HERE.

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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.

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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 book Invisible Generals. In it, he tells the story of his great grandfather and grandfather Ben Davis Sr and Ben Davis Jr, the latter of whom is the namesake of Davis High School in Aldine ISD. 

During this episode we discuss the importance of claiming our families narratives and the importance of being deliberate when naming things after people. Buy Invisible Generals wherever you buy your books.

Also, Doug's hosting a book signing at the Buffalo Soldiers Museum on 11/16 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It's your chance to hear more about his journey to documenting his family's epic story.

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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 corporate America.

Learn more about Karen at socialbehavior.com.

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