Better Living

On this edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Urban Specialists President Antong Lucky. This non-profit has a long-term commitment to youth groups through mentorship, education and collaborations with the Dallas Police Department...and now Lucky has written an eye-opening book called 'Understanding the Crisis of Fatherlessness in Urban America' with Dr. Taran McGowen. They share the m...

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with John Shearer, the Executive Director of the amazing non-profit Academy 4. They offer a unique program currently in 60 elementary schools in the DFW area providing a leadership mentor for every 4th grader in economically disadvantaged schools...and it works!

This week on Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Dallas' own Josh Niccolai-Belfi, whose incredible paintings are displayed in art galleries all over Texas. They discuss the amazing art exhibition, "Pathways of Past Lives," on display at the 12th annual Día de los Muertos Latin cultural celebration and festival at Crown Hill Memorial Park.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with Tripp Gulledge with Envision Dallas. There's going to be an amazing benefit called White Cane Walk Day at the Dallas Zoo. It's bringing awareness about the wonderful work Envision does providing inspiration and opportunity for people who are blind or visually impaired through employment, education and more.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with Adam Garone, CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation. Starlight programs have turned fear, stress and pain into joy, laughter, and fun for kids in over 700 children's hospitals nationwide...providing entertainment, education and one-of-a-kind experiences that truly make a difference.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Jen Guzman, the director of education at the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. The upcoming Symphony Gala celebrates philanthropy, community impact and music education that impacts over 200,000 adults and children annually.

This week on Better Living, host Chris Arnold talks with Dallas Police Department Deputy Chief Majusta Allen and the organizers of the Blue Goes Pink 5K Cancer Awareness Walk. It's hosted by DPD, SMU PD and DART PD to honor survivors and support cancer awareness.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Dr. Pat Fulgham about the upcoming Men's Health and Longevity Summit in Dallas. It features medical experts providing practical strategies and free blood screenings for men to remain active, independent and mentally strong.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with Rick Stevens, the Executive Director of Patriot Paws. It's a nonprofit whose mission is to help restore the quality of life for veterans through highly trained service dogs. This year they're celebrating 20 years of transformative impact.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold talks with Michael Berry, Executive Director of Youth Guidance. This Dallas non-profit implements school-based programs focusing on Public Safety, Public Education and Mental Wellness that enable children to overcome obstacles so they can succeed in school and in life.

On this week's edition of Better Living....books, backpacks, and anxiety. Chris Arnold visits with mental wellness and suicide prevention expert Fonda Bryant about the mental health challenges that impact teenagers and students as they start returning to school.

This week on Better Living Chris Arnold visits with Jennifer Smith of Dallas Animal Services. This month they're celebrating "Dogust" with parties and doggy daycations. Plus an update on all of the wonderful services they provide for pets and the people who love them.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with Michael Williams, Executive Director Kim Rhodes, & Marriell Williams of Assist 4 Life Foundation.org. They're a DFW non-profit geared towards students in underserved areas, providing professional skills and workforce development necessary to achieve long-term economic mobility.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with Julie Hargrove, the Director of Mission Oak Cliff, a nonprofit that started in 1948. Created to provide a helping hand for those in need, Mission Oak Cliff has been a vital part of providing aid to the nearly 100 families that were displaced after the horrific gas explosion at the Clyde Apartments back in May.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold sits down with DPD officer, FBI Agent and pastor Chris Walton to talk about managing the educational scholarships provided by the Bishop Lamar & Mildred Walton Foundation. Chris and Agent Walton also talk about his father's incredible legacy of faith, education and law enforcement in Dallas County.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Bio Mechanist Dr. Sophia Ulman. She was chosen by the IF/THEN Initiative as one of 10 Dallas-Fort Worth women honored with life-sized statues at the Dallas World Cup Fan Festival in Fair Park. They discuss the Game Changers Exhibit and what it means for female innovators whose work sits at the intersection of sports and STEM.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with Rene Sanchez, the President of The Blue Guardian Foundation, part of the National Latino Law Enforcement Organization's Greater Dallas Chapter. This non-profit was created to extend support beyond the badge by providing critical assistance to officers and their families facing life altering challenges. They are helping Dallas b...

This week on Better Living Chris Arnold visits with Katrina Harris a wife, mother, author, speaker, coach & prison reform advocate. She received the Governor's Award for her series of programs for women in prison called "Life After Incarceration," helping them navigate correctional facilities and successfully prepare to reenter society.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with the "Father of Aerobics," Dr. Kenneth Cooper. He founded the legendary Cooper Clinic in Dallas. The 95-year-old medical expert revolutionized modern health and fitness, and he also has a connection to the World Cup dating back over 50 years.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Skip Parsotam, the Chairman of the Board of Sharing Life. They're a North Texas non-profit demonstrating compassion to others in need through food, clothing, financial resources and educational programs. They're an amazing blueprint for success while helping others in their community.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with the legendary Executive Director of The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, Curtis King. They talk about his career, upcoming arts and education events, and festival events for the FIFA World Cup and more.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with the legendary journalist Bob Ray Sanders about the Ft. Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce 45th annual awards luncheon honoring those who have made significant contributions to Tarrant County.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold talks with Leigh Scarborough, The Executive Director of "Shield of the Children" about a very sensitive topic. They are a non-profit with highly trained professionals that investigates and collaborates with law enforcement to bring child traffickers to justice.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Dallas CASA Program Director Nicole Bienusa about their annual Parade of Playhouses featuring 14 amazing playhouses on display at North Park Mall benefiting children living in foster care.

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with Frances Smith-Dean of the Zan Wesley Holmes Community Outreach Center in Dallas. This non-profit creates self-sustaining pathways out of poverty for young people and families through education, training, and job placement.