Better Living

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris visits with Arvella Warren of "A Break For Grandmother," a non-profit organization recognizing grandparents who step in to raise grandchildren when parents aren't able to. But first, Chris checks in with Maura Davies with the SPCA of Texas about the life changing experiences of adopting homeless animals and their dog of the week program.

On this week's edition of Better Living, we start with a special edition of our Audacy Series "I’m Listening," focusing on suicide prevention over the holidays. And then Chris Arnold also visits with mental wellness and suicide prevention expert Fonda Bryant about holiday awareness for all.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold talks with the executive director of Youth Guidance Michael Berry. This Dallas non-profit implements school based programs that enable children to overcome obstacles so they can succeed in school and in life. Chris then has a conversation with cyber securities expert J.C. Yang. The holidays are here and we all need to be careful online with ide...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Trishia Cunningham of the North Texas Food Bank about the big Holiday fundraiser for those who need food assistance. But first, Chris talks to the founder of The Tree of North Texas, Brandon Board, about the amazing work they do providing meals for children in North Tarrant County.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Lucas Shipman of Happy Hill Farm whose mission is changing the hearts and lives of children. The holidays are here and things are happening west of Ft. Worth. But first, Chris talks to Sean Reed, a man who has the pulse of DFW through his activities and leadership with the NAACP, Urban League, and work directing the Dallas Mavericks...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Jason Meza, the Sr. Director of Media Relations & Community Engagement with the Better Business Bureau about holiday shopping fraud and more. But first he checks in with Adrianne Mageors, the Executive Director of Sandlot Children's Charity about their annual event at Globe Life Field.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold talks with the NFL Alumni Association (Dallas Chapter) President Byron Williams about mental wellness and all the ways former players unite to care for each other and their communities. But first, Chris visits with CEO Elizabeth Wattley and Executive and Artistic Director Nijeul X of Forrest Forward. A non-profit infusing over 75 million dollar...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Tami Gamble, the founder of the Girly Shop Teacher Foundation, a non profit that empowers communities to do their own home improvement projects, thus attracting new people into the trades. Chris then also talks with former pro football player Kelvin Edwards about his "Kelvin's Kindness Foundation." They provide housing assistance, n...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Earl Young, the Olympic Gold Medalist who is fighting Leukemia and spreading the word of prevention. Chris then talks with Cheryl Jackson, CEO of Minnie’s Food Pantry here in North Texas. They’ve been providing meals for those with hunger insecurities for years. Government SNAP food benefits are in the news and there are possible ch...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold talks with Alejandra Reyes of the Marco Polo World Foundation about their annual Dragon Boat, Kite & Lantern Festival that attracts thousands to this amazing day of celebration. But first, a conversation with Tasha Cox-Young... who's life was changed forever following the random murder of her son at a local gas station. She's turned a tragedy f...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold talks with the legendary Father of Aerobics Dr. Kenneth Cooper. A world-renowned preventive medicine physician, Dr. Cooper founded the Cooper Aerobics Center in Dallas back in the 1970's. He has now written his 20th book about the fitness revolution. But first, Chris visits with Antoine Joyce-Roach, the Senior Vice President of "All Stars Proje...

This week on Better Living Chris Arnold visits with Bhavesh Patel about the big Diwali Festival of Lights. It's one of the most cherished events in the Hindu culture celebrating peace, hope and prosperity. But first Chris talks with Tie Lasater, a retirement savings expert about how many people are eating themselves out of retirement. Americans are now spending more money on eating out than what t...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Kenton Nelson, VP of Events at Texas Motor Speedway, as Speedway Children's Charities and Tony Stewart Racing will be hosting their first ever celebrity bowling event. But first Chris talks to Willis Johnson, the CEO of JBJ Management, a vibrant award winning company that's for 30 years connected clients and consumers with multiple...

On this week's edition of Better Living, host Chris Arnold visits with award winning radio host El Chiquilin from La Grande and Alicia Serrato of the non-profit Los Primos Dallas.org about the big golf event raising awareness and mentoring support for children in underserved communities. Chris also talks with Charlene Edwards of Project Unity about their 9th Annual Police and Pastors Basketball Ev...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Sylvia Powers of Celebrating Life Foundation.org about their "Empowering Breast Cancer Awareness" event. But first, Chris talks to Dylan Rafaty, the Executive Director of the North Texas Disability Chamber, about how they've changed the lives of thousands of North Texas with special needs through accessibility inclusion.

Audacy presents the 9th Annual "I'm Listening" special, a national program that brings together artists, athletes and medical specialists to raise awareness on the importance of talking about and caring for our mental health.

This week on Better Living Chris Arnold talks with Dave Swavey of Guns N Hoses Foundation, a non profit providing assistance for families of fallen police officers and firefighters. They have two big events coming up. Chris also visits with former officer LaCondria Rynes, Sargent Wanda West, Sargent Anthony Andujar,and Deputy Chief Majusta Allen with the Dallas Police Department. The DPD and SMU a...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Anna Heil...the Executive Director of American Warrior Association. They're a non-profit dedicated to healing moral injury to service members, veterans, first responders and their families. But first, Chris talks to the Executive Director of Dallas Music Network, Mav Traxx. They're a non-profit providing independent artists in North...

Labor Day is over, which means it's officially back to school for all of America. Here, we dive into the latest in topics, including tech that can save lives ... and shorten lifespans. Plus, how much help with homework is okay and how to teach your kids about AI.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Beckie Thomas, the Executive Director of the Kurt Thomas Foundation. Their foundation provides scholarships to young gymnasts and the gala that supports them is right around the corner. Chris then talks to Dr. Pat Fulgham about the 20th annual Pros & Joes Men's Health Awareness golf event...a worthy cause with a focus on Men's Prost...

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with the CEO of Lena Pope... Ashley Elgin, the child and family services non-profit of Tarrant County providing care for over 90 years. They discuss the North Texas tradition of DFW Restaurant Week this month of August and how it benefits so many. But first, it's back to school time. Chris talks with Austin Edgar of Soles 4 Smiles. They...

This week on Better Living Chris Arnold visits with Kelvin Walker, the CEO of Dallas Citizens Council. Since 1937, the members have been providing leadership on policy issues that will move Dallas forward, and serve in the moments that matter most for the people of Dallas. But first, the 29th annual DFW Restaurant Week has kicked off! It's a beloved North Texas tradition and NTFB's Senior Director...

This week on Better Living, Chris Arnold talks with Darla Shirley, the Executive Director of Youth World, a great organization inspiring hope and relieving economic burdens for children in need in southern Dallas. But first he has a conversation with Eric Burke, the Executive Director of Minuteman Disaster Response. Their mission is to bring hope in the immediate aftermath of disasters with the ai...

Redistricting, not a word that sounds all that sexy until you find out what it means for everything from Medicaid payments to tax rates. President Donald Trump pushes for Texas to gain five seats for the GOP, and here's what that would mean for the rest of us.

On this week's edition of Better Living, Chris Arnold visits with Vicky Glenn, the Corporate Responsibility Specialist with NFM and their partnerships with nonprofits across North Texas. But first, he talks with Teresa Jackson, the founder and CEO of Sharing Life, whose mission is to end hunger and poverty by demonstrating compassion through food, clothing, educational programs, and financial reso...