On The Cusp

Dereck Yagle, founder of Flugers, stopped by to chat with your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave. Originally from Longview, Texas, Dereck recently opened his second location in Bossier City, Louisiana. An outdoor enthusiast, Dereck shares what inspired him to launch his high-quality bicycle, accessories, and repair shop—and how his passion has fueled community-building events in Longview. He discus...

Steven and Patricia Kennedy stopped by the studio with some very special (and slithery!) guests to chat with your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave. Steve shared the story behind his unique business, Steve’s Snaketuary , and how he’s carved out a one-of-a-kind niche in North Louisiana. From safely removing snakes from homes to offering educational training presentations—and even supplying snakes fo...

Heidi Cram, founder of Apotheworx, joined On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave in the studio to share the story behind her newly launched concierge pharmacy in downtown Shreveport. Apotheworx offers a unique membership model designed to help patients lower the cost of their medications while gaining direct access to their pharmacist for personalized support. Heidi discusses what inspired her to take th...

Dr. Christopher Shelby of Glaive Medical Optics joined your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave, to kick off Season 11. A respected ophthalmologist in the Shreveport-Bossier medical community, Dr. Shelby shared the inspiring story of how he and his brother-in-law, Wayne Woods, co-founded Glaive Medical Optics through the development of several innovative patents. Their groundbreaking work has led to...

Andrew Crawford, founder of Rhino Coffee in Shreveport, LA, joins Matt and Dave on On The Cusp to share the story behind one of the city’s most beloved coffee shops. From the early days of opening Rhino to the growing pains of expansion, Andrew gives an honest and insightful look at the entrepreneurial journey — including hard-learned lessons, permitting headaches, and those all-too-familiar surpr...

One of Shreveport’s most driven entrepreneurs stopped by On The Cusp this week—Shawn Boston, founder of Bosman Barber College. In this episode, Shawn sits down with your hosts Matt and Dave to share the powerful story behind why he launched his college and opened multiple barber shops across Shreveport-Bossier. Shawn breaks down the system he’s built to train and empower the next generation of eli...

This week on On The Cusp , Matt and Dave welcome Andrew Gaspard, owner of Sportspectrum, as our special guest. Andrew joins your hosts for an insightful conversation about the vibrant running scene in Shreveport-Bossier. He shares the story behind his decision to purchase Sportspectrum. From 5Ks to marathons, Andrew gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the numerous races Sportspectrum organizes ac...

On the Cusp features Keith Simpson, the creator of SkyCoach—a cutting-edge sideline coaching tool that’s changing the way sports are played and coached. From football to soccer, lacrosse to baseball, SkyCoach allows coaches and referees to instantly review plays in real time. In this episode, Keith joins hosts Matt and Dave to offer a behind-the-scenes look at how SkyCoach has evolved since its in...

This week on On The Cusp , hosts Matt and Dave sit down with two major players in the local film scene—Bill Joyce of HowdyBot Studios and Rick Simpson of Shadows Productions. These "movie guys" stopped by to share what they’ve been working on and why they’ve chosen to plant deep creative roots right here in Shreveport, instead of heading west to Los Angeles. Bill and Rick talk about how filmmaking...

This week on On the Cusp , Matt and Dave are joined by James Scotto, third-generation owner of Benton Road Auto Repair—soon to be rebranded as Future Auto Repair . James shares the remarkable story of his family’s business, founded in 1955, and the journey it's taken over the decades. In this episode, James opens up about the highs and lows of running a multi-generational shop, including the devas...

George Fritze with Red River Chevrolet stopped by On The Cusp to chat with your hosts, Matt and Dave, about his family's iconic dealership — a family-owned business proudly serving the community since 1926. George shares the remarkable journey his family has taken through nearly a century in the automotive industry, reflecting on everything from the early days of the casinos to the emergence of th...

In this episode of On The Cusp , hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Alex Burke, CEO of Archem, a cutting-edge defense contracting company based in Shreveport, Louisiana. Founded in 2021, Archem is helping shape the future of military aviation energy. Alex talks about launching the company, the power of networking, and showcasing their tech at the JetPace Showcase in Ruston this past March. Alex sha...

Jennifer Jones of Lagniappe Sourcing Consulting, LLC Joins On The Cusp this week. Your hosts, Matt and Dave, sit down with Jennifer Jones, founder of Lagniappe Sourcing Consulting, LLC — a Shreveport-based headhunting firm that's making waves across the nation. Jennifer shares how she launched her company to help businesses fill those tough-to-staff roles and how her mission quickly expanded beyon...

Season 10 of On The Cusp kicks off with a powerful conversation featuring Jimmy Graves from Community Renewal International. Joining hosts Matt and Dave, Jimmy shares how his journey with Community Renewal began—not just as a job, but as a heartfelt commitment to a movement aimed at restoring the social fabric in Shreveport and beyond. Jimmy dives into the role of Friendship Houses —safe, welcomin...

On the 100th episode of On The Cusp , Matt and Dave sit down to reflect on the incredible journey so far. They dive into the inspiring stories of entrepreneurs who are making a positive impact on North Louisiana and working hard to shape its future. The guys discuss the power of collaboration among fellow entrepreneurs and the value of learning from those who have already walked the path. Matt and...

Greg Procell, Vice President and General Manager of Manpower, sat down with On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave for an insightful conversation about the evolving workforce in North Louisiana. In addition to his role at Manpower, Greg is also an entrepreneur alongside his wife, and together they own Bella Nonnas Olive Oil and Vinegar. During the discussion, the group dives into the vital role small bus...

Gabriel Balderas, the owner of both Zuzul Coastal Cuisine and El Cabo Verde, recently sat down with your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave, to share the inspiring journey behind the creation of these two incredible restaurants in Shreveport. Gabe has made a significant impact on the local food scene by offering a diverse range of dishes, bringing a fresh and unique perspective to Shreveport’s culin...

On the latest episode of On the Cusp , hosts Matt and Dave sit down with Caddo Parish School Board Superintendent, Keith Burton. Caddo Parish Public Schools are in the spotlight, earning recognition on both state and national levels. While Keith is proud of the district's accomplishments, his excitement lies in the future. He shares his vision for the positive direction Caddo Parish Public Schools...

This week, Dave and Matt caught up with Mark Crawford, Marketing and Public Relations Manager for the Shreveport Airport Authority, in between his flights. They talked about the exciting growth happening at Shreveport’s airport, including the addition of new restaurants. Mark shared insights into the increasing number of daily flights and the exciting destinations now accessible directly from Shre...

Ganapathy Subrahmaniam and Ashwin Pulisetty from the Indian Association of Shreveport Bossier recently visited with your On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave. During their conversation, Ganapathy and Ashwin shared that the Indian Association of Shreveport Bossier was founded in the late 1970s with the goal of bringing the community together to celebrate Indian culture and heritage. This organization e...

WOW! Lee Hovis is the New Owner of Shreveport’s Wonder Oasis Waterpark! Lee recently stopped by to chat with On The Cusp hosts Matt and Dave about his exciting new venture as the owner of Shreveport’s beloved waterpark. In this exclusive interview, Lee shares what inspired him to purchase this iconic waterpark and what it means to him to be its new owner. He opens up about the challenges he faced...

On this episode of On The Cusp , hosts Matt and Dave are joined by Dr. Natalia Luraguiz, Dr. Victoria Luraguiz, and Elise Kowalewski, PA, to discuss how they’re revolutionizing healthcare and helping patients live longer, healthier lives. Dr. Natalia shares her experience of being warmly welcomed into the Shreveport community. Together, the group explores how their personalized medical services—ta...

On The Cusp’s special guests today are Latasha Lee and Helen Plater, founders of Orphic Training Solutions. Join your hosts, Matt and Dave, as they chat with Latasha Lee and Helen Plater, the dynamic duo behind Orphic Training Solutions in Shreveport. Orphic Training Solutions is an accelerated learning center that equips individuals with hands-on training to earn certifications in the healthcare...

BINGO! Today's On The Cusp guest is Zach Parker from Shreveport Bossier Bingo Supply! Zach sits down with your hosts, Matt and Dave, to share the story of inheriting the family business from his grandfather. Zach provides Bingo halls across Louisiana with everything they need – from traditional cards and ink to electronic Bingo cards. Tune in now to hear all about the ins and outs of the Bingo bus...

Robert Chu of Imperial Cathay and the new co-founder of Koi stopped by to chat with On The Cusp hosts, Matt and Dave. In this episode, Robert makes an exciting special announcement about his newest venture— Koi , which is set to open in January 2025 at the newly remodeled, former Cypress location on Line Avenue. During the conversation, Robert shares valuable insights on retaining both employees a...