The Jeff Crilley Show

AI isn’t coming someday—it’s already reshaping how businesses write, market, and operate. The question is whether you’ll use it well… or get left behind. On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff talks with Sherry Bronson, Artificial Intelligence Trainer & Educator, TV host, and founder of Bronson Media. With more than 16 years in television production and media, Sherry now leads Bronson...

I’m especially excited about this episode as I have the opportunity to interview a dear friend and respected professional, Kim Fischer. Kim, founder of Kim Fischer Collective, joins us in the studio, bringing with her nearly two decades of experience in television. It’s truly a pleasure to have her on the show and share her insights with our audience.

What does it take to build a 40-year music career—and still love the stage? WT Greer has performed for presidents, royalty, and packed arenas, but his journey started with a dare, a tuxedo, and four songs. On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff talks with WT Greer, an award-winning Dallas entertainer and acclaimed vocalist who has traveled the world and sung for six U.S. presidents. Known...

What really makes someone a strong leader—facts, feelings, character, or something else entirely? On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff talks with Jim Petersen, PhD—former Navy submarine officer, retired Navy Captain, financial services executive, speaker, and bestselling author. With 22 years of military service and decades in leadership roles, Jim brings a rare mix of discipline, reflec...

Very few artists make it from small-town stages to the national charts. Country singer-songwriter Tori Martin is building that path one song at a time. In this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff talks with Tori Martin, a Florida native now based in Texas and Nashville, recording with LuckySky Music. Known for her neo-traditional country sound and “glam cowgirl” style, Tori blends classic count...

Most of us have bought clothing that looked great online—only to have it fall apart a few months later. What if your wardrobe was built to last decades… and even be passed down? On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with Mark Bollman IV, Founder and CEO of Ball and Buck. Mark started the company in his fraternity house at Babson College in 2008 after getting tired of low-quality...

Dallas–Fort Worth will host more 2026 World Cup matches than any other city in North America. With an estimated $2.1 billion economic impact and millions of visitors expected, the big question is: how can local businesses get a piece of it? On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with John J. Clendening, Founding Principal of Clients First Marketing & Communications, and partn...

What can a 17-year-old do to solve a real community problem? In Brady Zeck’s case, he built a nonprofit that’s helping animal rescues get the supplies—and transportation—they desperately need. Brady Zeck is the founder of Trucks for Pups, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to rescuing and transporting dogs in need while supporting animal welfare groups across DFW and beyond. What began as a simple...

Men’s grooming has come a long way from the days of a quick shave and a haircut. Today, it’s about confidence, ritual, and showing up well for the people around you. In this episode, Jeff Crilley sits down with Michele Callegari, Co Founder & CEO of Barberino's, a luxury Italian barbershop brand blending old-world Italian grooming traditions with modern styling. With locations across Italy, Ne...

What happens when high fashion, fine art, and philanthropy collide in one of the most beautiful settings in Texas? You get the Mad Hatters Tea & Luncheon—Dallas’ most fashionable party with a purpose. On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff welcomes Shane Walker, Stylist to the Stars, along with event chairs Reagan Pace and Sheridan Reeder, to talk about the 38th Annual Mad Hatters Tea...

What if one organization could bring together civic leaders, faith communities, artists, and advocates—all to build a stronger Dallas? In this episode, we spotlight a nonprofit that’s doing exactly that. Lorraine Friedman, Incoming Executive Director of the Southwest Jewish Congress, joins Jeff Crilley to share how the organization is building bridges across North Texas through education, empowerm...

Financial literacy and career readiness aren’t just buzzwords—they’re essential life skills. With consumer debt at record highs and many Americans unprepared for financial emergencies, the need to equip students early has never been greater. In this episode, Jeff Crilley sits down with Chris LaTurno, President & CEO of Junior Achievement of Dallas. Since 1954, JA Dallas has been inspiring and...

Men’s grooming has come a long way from the days of a quick shave and a haircut. Today, it’s about confidence, ritual, and showing up well for the people around you. In this episode, Jeff Crilley sits down with Michele Callegari, Co Founder & CEO of Barberino's, a luxury Italian barbershop brand blending old-world Italian grooming traditions with modern styling. With locations across Italy, Ne...

When the headlines fade, the need for unity doesn’t. As the war in Ukraine continues, communities here in North Texas are finding meaningful ways to stand together. In this episode, Jeff Crilley sits down with Tamara Velsher, President and CEO of the U.S. Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce. After moving to the U.S. in the early 2000s, Tamara saw how different nationalities often lived and worked in iso...

Getting your product into Walmart, H-E-B, Costco, or Walgreens isn’t just about having a great idea—it’s about mastering the retail buyer pitch. In this episode, Jeff Crilley sits down with Tia Ellis, Founder & CEO of Wildflower Insight, a retail strategist who has helped founders sell over $200 million worth of products across all 50 states. After working on the broker side of the industry, T...

Is artificial intelligence making students smarter—or less capable of critical thinking? As AI tools become common in classrooms, many educators are raising serious concerns about what we may be losing. In this episode, Jeff Crilley sits down with Bob Hopkins, Retired University Professor and Philanthropist, to explore the changing landscape of education. Bob has spent decades teaching at universi...

On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with Dr. Marla Woodmansee—author, speaker, TV host, and founder of Dr. Marla Ministries—to explore her remarkable journey of faith. Dr. Marla shares how a calling she first sensed at the altar eventually led her from church leadership into radio, and then into international television ministry. She opens up about the fear and growth that cam...

On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with Tyler Dickerhoof—leadership mentor, entrepreneur, and author of The Things We Hide—for a powerful conversation about fear, insecurity, and authentic leadership. Tyler opens up about a tragic farming accident at age 14 that shaped his life and fueled years of intensity driven by hidden doubts about his value and worth. With more than 25...

On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with Hanna Bauer, author of "Hustle with HEART," and Veronica Sites, founder of Homefront Valor, for a powerful conversation about transformation through adversity. Hanna shares how surviving a terminal heart condition, multiple heart attacks, and years in the hospital shaped her HEART framework—Hope, Empowerment, Accountability, Results, an...

On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with Chey Smith, custom designer and celebrity stylist behind Styles by Chey, to explore how confidence and clothing intersect. Chey shares his journey from a 15-year career in corporate finance to launching his own luxury men’s fashion brand in 2012, beginning with selling ties from his cubicle. He recounts the viral prom event that helped...

On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with Shavon Smith, a #1 best-selling author, certified TEDx speaker, serial entrepreneur, and founder of Prize Publishing House. Shavon shares how her heart for service was shaped in childhood, from cleaning homes and cooking for seniors at her church to singing and praying with hospice patients alongside her mother, a nurse of more than 30...

From the Pitch to the Pop Charts: The Multifaceted Rise of Amiko On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with fast-rising music artist and U.S. Soccer C licensed coach Amiko, a dynamic talent blending music, sport, fashion, and beauty into one powerful brand.  She discusses her single “Principle of Play,” inspired by her soccer coaching certification and produced alongside Grammy-...

Tour Luxury Homes in Southlake While Supporting St. Jude’s Lifesaving Mission On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff welcomes Jennifer Kimble-McCauley, Area Managing Director for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and Lyndzie Stroble, REALTOR with Three Vine Group, to discuss the St. Jude Dream Home Showplace Community in Southlake. The unique fundraiser brings together five premier cu...

From Side Hustle to $40M Global Brand: Dan Demsky’s Unbound Journey On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with Dan Demsky, co-founder and CEO of Unbound Merino, a $40 million global e-commerce apparel brand built for modern travelers. Dan shares how he went from running a video production company out of his mom’s basement to launching a direct-to-consumer clothing company design...

On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with David Shields, tax attorney and co-managing shareholder of Shields Legal Group P.C., to explore the complex legal landscape facing today’s business owners. David shares the story of his three-generation law firm and the philosophy that guides their work: tackling “hard stuff that has a big impact for good people.” The conversation spans...