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In this episode of The Spool, Dr. Nils Roemer sits down with iconic artist and illustrator Mary Engelbreit to discuss her journey from sharing her artwork locally to building a $100 million creative brand. Mary reflects on how getting her art in front of people early helped launch her career, the power of authenticity, and what it takes to turn creativity into a lasting business.

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Dr. Nils Roemer speaks with Earl Young, Olympic gold medalist, world record holder, author, and leukemia survivor. Earl shares how a childhood hero, Bobby Morrow, helped lead him to Abilene Christian University and ultimately to the Olympics, where he set a world record and won gold. In this inspiring conversation, he reflects on faith, perseverance, and his book Gold and Grace.

Dr. Nils Roemer speaks with Curt Hazelbaker, President and CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, about his 42 year journey with the organization. Starting as a counselor and rising to CEO, Curt reflects on leadership, service, and the YMCA’s vital role in strengthening communities and supporting generations of families.

Dr. Nils Roemer speaks with Chris Hightower, President and CEO of the Museum of Art in Arlington, Texas, about the museum’s spectacular new venue and how art is shaping cities. They discuss the value art museums bring to communities, their role as the heart and soul of a city, and why cultural tourism now makes up more than half of museum visitors and is a key function of a thriving community.

Dr. Nils Roemer is joined by Dr. Regina Faden, CEO of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, an institution founded by 16 women. Regina shares her journey from graduate school to museum leadership, her lifelong interest in museums, and how she works with historians to bring history into the museum’s mission.

In this episode, creativity takes center stage in crime investigation as investigators use creative thinking to uncover hidden connections in complex cases. Dr. Nils Roemer sits down with investigator and author Robert Sadler to discuss real investigations, criminal psychology, and a chilling case where a seemingly trustworthy individual was linked to disturbing crimes, revealing how appearances c...

Dr. Nils Roemer sits down with Brian Cuban to discuss his experience with eating disorders, addiction, and the long process of recovery. Brian shares how early trauma shaped his struggles and why open conversations about mental health for men are still so important.

In this episode of Spool, Dr. Nils Roemer sits down with Natasha M. Meje to discuss her work with Susan G. Komen and the movement that forever changed the fight against breast cancer. Together, they explore how the organization sparked global awareness, accelerated research, and fueled groundbreaking advancements in treatment over the past 40 years.

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