Community Platform
MD Anderson's Clinical Cancer Genetics May 19th
Angelina Jolie recently announced that she underwent a double mastectomy, after genetic testing discovered she had a gene putting her at high risk for breast cancer. The gueast was Molly Daniels, a genetics counselor with MD Anderson's Clinical Cancer Genetics Program. We discussed who should get tested, how it works, as well as the diseases that genetic testing can detect.
5/17/2013 listen downloadHurricane Season 2012 5/19
Hurricane season starts June 1st. The guest was Harris County Ed Emmett. We discussed preparation, lessons learned from Hurricane Ike, as well at the new communication systems and use of social media in getting information to the public in the event of a storm.
5/17/2013 listen downloadGirls on the Run
Guests were Mary T Calahan and 3rd grader, Amy Hinaman, with Girls on the Run. Girls on the Run® is a positive youth development program which combines an interactive curriculum and running to inspire self-respect and healthy lifestyles in pre-teen girls. The core curriculum addresses many aspects of girls' development - their physical, emotional, mental and social well-being. Lessons provide girls with the tools to make positive decisions and to avoid risky adolescent behaviors.
5/15/2013 listen downloadBikers Against Breast Cancer Ride - May 5th
Guests were Dorothy Gibson, CEO and Co Founder of The Rose, and D'etta Casto-Deleon, Committee Chair of the Bikers Against Breast Cancer Ride. The Rose reduces deaths from breast cancer by providing access to screening, diagnosis and treatment services to any woman regardless of her ability to pay. Bikers against Breast Cancer, along with The Dean and Rog Morning Show on Houston's Eagle, and Cox radio, are helping sponsor a fund raising ride to benefit The Rose.
5/6/2013 listen downloadWomens Business Enterprise Alliance May 6th
Cox Media Group Houston is proud of the partnership we have with WBEA. WBEA President April Day brought Jane Henry, partner & owner of Xcution, Inc., which was named the #2 Fastest Growing Business in Houston (2011) by the Houston Business Journal. Jane Henry talked about how the upcoming conference helps companies like hers connect with other woman-owned businesses as well as big corporations that specifically want to do business with women business owners. She will also offer a few tips to you on how to win business while at this conference so listeners get practical info on how to use the event to their advantage.
5/2/2013 listen downloadGalveston Convention and Visitors Bureau
Guests were Leah Cast with Galveston Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Kate Marx with the Krewe of Gambrinus. Galveston is preparing for 300 thousand visitors to the annual Mardi Gras Celebration. The Island has also been designated a Top 10 Family Vacation Destination,
3/6/2013 listen downloadWomen's Institute of Houston March 3rd 2013
Guests were Alita Webb and Jana Whitby with the Women's Institute of Houston. We talked about the value of continuing education for adult personal development. The women's Institute of Houston offers college course level continuing education. In the areas of the arts, literature, finance, tech, current ebvents, politics, philosophy, languages, history, culture, psychology, writing, and religion.
3/6/2013 listen downloadStar of Hope March 3rd 2013
Guest was Scott Arthur from the Star of Hope. Star of Hope is Houston's Christ-centered community dedicated to meeting the needs of homeless men, women and their children. Positive life changes are encouraged through structured programs which focus on spiritual growth, education, employment, life management and recovery from substance abuse.We discussed who the homless are, how they become homeless, services provided and needs to continue.
3/6/2013 listen downloadLifestyle Arts and Design Careers at Houston Community College
Guest was Suzette M. Brimmer, Division Chair of Lifestyle, Arts & Design Careers, Lifestyle Arts and Design Careers at Houston Community College. We discussed the fashion and interior design department at HCC, as well as the HCC Foundation's efforts to help pay for students to pursue their dreams of fashion and interior design and merchandising.
3/6/2013 listen downloadMusic Doing Good with Instruments Feb 24th 2013
Guest was Kirsten Johnson, program director of Music Doing Good with Instruments. The organization provides free, gently used instruments to underserved children and underfunded school districts. Children and young adults who study music are more likely to stay in school and continue on to college They develop critical thinking skills and collaborative and team building skills, are less likely to use tobacco, alcohol, and drugs. Are more engaged in their academic studies, creatively and have an outlet for self-expression and stronger sense of self-esteem.
3/6/2013 listen downloadBuffalo Bayou Partnership Feb 17th 2013
Guest was Trudi Smith with Buffalo Bayou Partnership, and Tom Helm, an avid user and paddler. We discussed the partnership, and it's upcoming Regatta to raise funds for the revitalization of the Bayou, Houston's most significant natural resource. Cox Radio Houston's Eagle is a sponsor of the Regatta.
3/6/2013 listen downloadHouston Historical Tours Feb 17 2013
Guest was Historian Keith Rosen with Houston Historical Tours. Monday feb 18 is President's day. We talked about Houston's presidential History. President Kennedy's last night was spent here. LBJ lived in Houston when he was a teacher. Presidnet George H W Bush and his family have a long history here. Houston has hosted both Republican and Democratic National Conventions. Johnson Space Center.
3/6/2013 listen downloadHouston Women's Resource Center Feb 2nd 2013
Guest was LaTanya Flix, Executive Director of the Houston Women's Resource Center. The Women's Resource is one of the largest providers of free financial education classes in the greater Houston area and the only with a specific focus on women and girls. We discussed how to help women become economically self-sufficient, Encourage prevention and early intervention of financial problems affecting women and children, Helping girls develop and improve their life skills.
3/6/2013 listen downloadHouston Marriage Project March 10 2013
Bridgett Jones with the Houston Marriage Project. Patrick and Shahara Robinson, a married couple who went through the program. The Houston Marriage Project is a program within Family Services of Greater Houston that provides couples with skills and resources that will empower them to create healthy relationships necessary to provide emotional and financial stability for their families. They offer marriage/dating/engagement/parenting workshops, as well as retreats.
3/6/2013 listen downloadCommunity Platform - Houston Arboretum 1/20
Guest was Keely pate with the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. The arboretum contains over five miles of nature trails, with forest, pond, wetland, and meadow habitats. Specialty gardens include a Hummingbird & Butterfly Island, Sensory Garden, and Wildlife Garden. We discussed children and adult education programs, summer camps, arbor day celebrations and the loss of thousands of trees due to the drought.
1/22/2013 listen downloadCommunity Platform - Houston Family Arts 1/20
The guests were Rob Urbanati, Katy Barton-Harper and David Allen III from the Houston Family Arts Center and Actors Academy. The mission is to enrich lives with family-friendly theatre, and provide a theatrical excellence in an atmosphere driven by positive values. HFAC produces both original and established theatrical works (dramas, comedies, and musicals) which reflect high artistic quality and cultural diversity. HFAC Actors Academy strives to inspire adults, teens, and children by providing a safe and encouraging environment that fosters creativity, respect, personal growth, and character development.
1/22/2013 listen downloadCommunity Platform - Houston Tomorrow 1/9
Guest was David Crossley, President of Houston Tomorrow. Houston Tomorrow is an independent nonprofit organization that works to improve the quality of life for all people in the Houston region through research, education, and discussion. We talked about Issues facing Houston and the region, such as long term community planning, mobility, transit, neighborhoods, community, and the Town and Cities Initiative.
1/22/2013 listen downloadCommunity Platform - My Service Dog 1/20
The guest was Allie Keaton, with My Service Dog Inc her dog Nick, Client Theresa Martin and her dog Mollie. A 501(c)(3) non-profit developed to train Service Dogs to promote independence for the disabled. We discussed the services the dogs provide, and the training it takes to place those animals.
1/22/2013 listen downloadCommunity Platform 12/30 YMCA
Guest was Giselle Patterson with the YMCA of Greater Houston. The YMCA is having a Healthy Living Lifestyle open house Saturday Jan 5th. The YMCA's New Year, 2013 campaign is healthy living and youth wellness. The focus is on preventing disease, especially diabetes, instead of losing weight.
12/28/2012 listen downloadCommunity Platform - Impacty a Hero 5/27
The guests were Jim Hoecker, Chairman of the board for Impact a Hero and Jason Shaw a twice wounded veteran who is one of many veterans who benefit from the impact program. The issues we discussed included the upcoming events in Sugar Land, Minute Maid Park and Champions Golf Club to raise additional funds. Jason also shared his combat stories.
7/31/2012 listen download
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