Cruz through HTX

Inventor and host of the podcast Everything Why , Mike Martin, sits down with Freddy Cruz, a writer and radio host turned media company owner. Freddy delves into the challenges of articulating thoughts in an entertaining and concise manner, emphasizing his pursuit of brevity, humor, and historical context in his work. He shares his journey from terrestrial radio to founding Speke Podcasting , spur...

Freddy Cruz explores Galveston's connection to the American Revolution through Bernardo de Gálvez, the Spanish governor of Louisiana from 1776 to 1783. Gálvez supported the Continental Army by sending supplies up the Mississippi River. He worked with Oliver Pollock to finance and organize shipments while maintaining secrecy. And George Washington considered Gálvez's efforts crucial to the revoluti...

In this episode, Freddy Cruz sits down with John Simons, the founder of Comicpalooza, to discuss his latest book, The Saga of Bjorn Unfrid . John shares the inspiration behind his novel and delves into his experiences in the pop culture world. Drawing from his background in storytelling and running a comic bookstore, John explains how these experiences influenced his writing process. The conversat...

2024 is predicted to be a peak year for auroras. Depending on where in the world you are, they’re either northern lights or southern lights. But how likely is it that we’ll see an aurora in Houston? Dr. Sabine Stanley, author of the book What’s Hidden Inside Planets , joins the podcast to break it down. In addition to auroras, we talk about helium rain, life on other moons, and a bunch of interpla...

Belong Kitchen is a Houston-based organization that provides employment opportunities for individuals with developmental differences. The founder, Kim Brown, was inspired to start Belong Kitchen when she realized the lack of employment options for her daughter after high school. Belong Kitchen specializes in family meals and offers grab-and-go options that can be cooked at home. Guest chefs from a...

Freddy is joined by Joyce Wells, the founder of Cougar Connection, a networking group focused exclusively on University of Houston alumni. During their conversation, Joyce and Freddy discuss the inception of Cougar Connection, what people often get wrong about networking, and why it's important to meet in person. And they cover additional insights related to the group and its mission. Key Takeaway...

Today, Freddy is joined by Taylor Coibion, the owner of Xfit HER, a women's only gym in Conroe. Despite facing adversity, including the loss of his mother at a young age in the nineties, Taylor refuses to let his past control him. Their wide-ranging conversation covers topics such as healthy living, the importance of strength training, linear training, entrepreneurship, and the difference between...

Freddy is joined by his longtime friend Cortney Cole-Hall. Cortney's a former corporate executive turned real estate agent. They met through Pink Door Nonprofit, which she founded in honor of her mother, who passed from bone cancer. Now, Courtney is running for Miss Texas USA. They talk about why she's running, who she's running for, what she's learned about herself and how you, the listener, can...

Sal Meave joins the show to talk about the upcoming Colors Unite Us Soiree & Fashion Show , a celebration of diversity and fashion in Houston. This year's guest of honor is renowned fashion photographer Nigel Barker, who you may know from America's Next Top Model. Barker's career has shaped the world of fashion and photography. This is more than just a soiree – it's a celebration of unity and...

Gabriel Najera shares his inspiring journey of overcoming challenges and changing mindsets. He discusses the importance of not making excuses and instead finding solutions to achieve goals. Gabriel emphasizes the power of the mind and the ability to adapt to any situation. He also highlights the impact of environment and the role it plays in shaping one's perspective. Gabriel's story of learning t...

Equine Rescue and Therapy: A Safe Haven Equine rescue and therapy programs play a vital role in rescuing and rehabilitating horses at risk of slaughter. Organizations like A Place for Peanut provide a safe environment for horses to heal and eventually find loving forever homes. Community Support: The Driving Force Community support and donations are essential for the success of equine rescue organ...

When it comes to animal advocacy in Houston, Kappy Muenzer is a pioneer. As one of the founding members of Citizens for Animal Protection , she and her band of colleagues forever changed the way Houston adopts and cares for homeless animals.  From adoption processes and feral cat assistance to humane legislation, Kappy's dedication to the animals continues to this day. During this conversation, we...

Freddy welcomes to the show a new podcast partner. As you know, Freddy owns and operates Speke Podcasting, a media company that helps clients share their stories with the world through the art of podcasting. Dr. Eddie Patton Jr., a neurologist and host of the upcoming show Your Health, Your Wealth, a show about the economics of healthcare. During this episode, you'll hear about Dr. Patton's journe...

This breast cancer awareness month, I’m spotlighting a guest who’s helping survivors restore their confidence. Her name is Miroslava DeLeon, founder of Conceal Touch and during this conversation, we’ll do a deep dive into her transition from corporate life into entrepreneurship, the feeling she gets when helping survivors, and advice for people who wish to leave corporate America. If you enjoy thi...

Welcome to the 100th episode of Cruz Through HTX .  As you know, this is a podcast for those who want to learn more about the greater Houston area, the businesses, the organizations, the individuals that make it great. And for those of you who know me well, you know me from a previous career. And I spent that previous career talking over the course of 26 years. I’ve hosted hundreds and hundreds an...

The conversation is about the VA's Volunteer Transportation Network, which provides cost-free transportation to veterans. Dr. Sabrina Clark joins the show to talk about the program, including the requirements for volunteering and undergoing a background check. We talk about the flexibility of volunteering and the impact it has on the veteran community, and more. The conversation emphasizes the imp...

In this conversation, Freddy and Julien discuss various topics related to fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and running a dance studio. They talk about the challenges and joys of being a dad, the importance of creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment for children, and the impact of entrepreneurship on family life. Julien shares insights on balancing multiple roles and responsibilities, the...

Stefanie Eskander, a toy designer, discusses her experience designing wrestling buddies and other toys. She talks about the emotional attachment and nostalgia that wrestling buddies have for fans, as well as the importance of nurturing and imaginative play in childhood development. The conversation also touches on the topic of gendered toys and the need for a variety of options for children. Stefa...

I met Ashley Pope a couple of months back at a Fulshear-Katy Chamber of Commerce meeting.  We hit it off and she's now an agency client of my media company Speke Podcasting . Ashley is co-owner of Grapevine Marketing in Katy, Texas. And if you're a business owner or are in charge of marketing and social media for any size company or nonprofit, then THIS...is the podcast for you. We get super tacti...

Retired Marine Lyndel Johnson joins the show. After serving in the military, Lyndel knew he needed a change. That's when he fell into property management. The rest, as they say, is history. He's the owner of RPM Luxury in Fulshear, Texas, and he's helping property managers of all stripes. One of the ways Lyndel continues to serve is through his podcast High End Homes Handled Right: The Real Proper...

In this solo rant, Freddy covers the joint venture announced this month. Mitsubishi has joined Voyager Space and Airbus to "to enhance and accelerate terrestrial product development in multiple industries and expand access to space-based technologies globally." In a press release , Mike Schoellhorn, CEO of Airbus Defence and Space, said, "Our next-generation space station relies on both innovation...

What you're about to hear is an interview in which I was a guest on Houston PetSet's podcast Conversations for the Animals, hosted by Lisa Tynan. We talk about animals, animals, social media marketing, animals, and MOAARRR animals :) Watch, Listen & Subscribe: https://www.houstonpetset.org/podcast/ Support the show: https://cruzthroughhtx.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

This episode is an appearance on In the Business with Juan and Anjelica . We go way, way back. So it was awesome to do a sort of deep dive and get to know one another in a different setting. One that goes beyond a quick visit for a client at a studio. During this conversation, we dive into so much about career transitions, setbacks, life advice, and so much more. Key Takeaways: -True stories of pe...

It’s not every day that you have a guest say the words, “I didn’t know that about the colon.” But here we are. Today, I’m talking with Paige Burgess with The Health Museum, whose focus is nurturing curiosity about health, medical science and the human body. The Health Museum is the only Smithsonian Affiliate Museum in the Houston Museum District.  Today you’ll hear about what the museum has to off...

Americans are a nation of procrastinators. Our tax returns prove it. An estimated one-third of Americans wait until the last-minute to do their taxes according to a recent study by IPX.  2024 Report is here   28% don’t know when the tax filing deadline is this year.  Most procrastinate because they don’t think they’ll get a refund and 25% state the process is too complicated and stressful.  April...