Built for This with Brian Briscoe

Art Hains knew early on he wanted to be a sportscaster.  The Missouri native made his way to Southern Methodist University to study journalism, worked at renowned Dallas radio station, KRLD, before making his way back to his home state to call college sports for four decades as well as the Kansas City Chiefs pre- and postgame shows.  Art shares some entertaining stories of his broadcast career as...

Chuck Cooperstein has been the radio play-by-play voice of the NBA Dallas Mavericks for two decades.  The University of Florida graduate started his career in New York City with the iconic telephone sports service, SportsPhone.  He came to KRLD radio in Dallas in 1984, and his career includes extensive sports broadcasting opportunites with play-by-play stints with TCU and the University of Texas f...

Jason Young's life has not always been easy.  Raised by his grandmother, her loss sent him spiraling into addiction.  But, he found a way out to recovery and a fulfilling life.  Now, he spends his days and nights helping others make that same recovery through the faith-based nonprofit organization, Denton Freedom House. Hear his journey of hope, compassion, and fulfillment. Follow Jason on TikTok...

Chris Watts is a former Mayor of Denton, Texas, and is running again for that office in 2026.  He experienced a childhood that included homelessness and family struggle.  But, he overcame those obstacles to earn a college degree, start a business, and serve as a community leader. Chris talks about his journey of faith, redemption, and hope.  

She's a Girl Boss Entrepreneur...a visionary.  Gabriela Camargo-Shirley was born to be a leader.  She is a successful culinary chef, business starter, philanthropist, and overcomer. Hear her journey of transformative power of passion, hard work, and commitment to community.

As Vice President/Director of Athletics at the University of North Texas, Jared Mosley is a leader of more than 300 student-athletes on campus. Jared talks about the challenges in today's intercollegiate athletics landscape that includes Name/Image/Likeness (NIL), the transfer portal, conference alignment, and preparing young people for life ahead. He talks about the importance of success on and o...

Makaila Nichols is an overcomer, entrepreneur, model, Best-Selling author, and anti-bullying advocate.  She began her model runway career in her teens and was the victim of bullying and much more.  Now, in her mid-20s, Makaila talks about the best-selling book she wrote at the age of 18 and about how the hurdles she has faced have shaped her to be the person she is today.

Marjorie Herrera Lewis is a trailblazer.  She was the first female newspaper beat writer for the Dallas Cowboys.  And, she is a book author.  She tells the gripping story of Tylene Wilson, a teacher at a school in Brownwood, Texas, in the 1940s when all the men go off to World War II.  And, there is a movie in the making!

This year (2025) marks the 47th season of broadcasting Dallas Cowboys football for Brad Sham. He is a broadcasting icon who has covered every sport you can imagine.  He has some stories!  And, he gave me my first job in radio in Dallas and has been a mentor to many aspiring young broadcasters who have gone on to great success in their careers.

Brian Briscoe is a senior communications leader with more than 30 years of experience in the public relations industry. His focus has been on developing creative public relations and communications plans, managing crisis communications, and fostering brand/community relations.    Over three decades, Brian has developed strong relationships with local, regional, and national media contacts and corp...

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