This episode is about first responders and mental illness. If you think about the hard working men and women who are first responders, police, firefighters, and paramedics, they are called into action. They kiss their wife or husband goodbye in the morning, and they don't know if they're coming home at night. Unfortunately, they see a lot of the worst in people. They're responding to tragedies every single day, and it affects them. It's kind of the silent thing that happens in law enforcement, b...
Jun 12, 2025•18 min•Ep. 593
When you think about the song "Amazing Grace," I mean, doesn't that describe all of us? We're all blind at one point, and hopefully we eventually see. My next guest has lived that, and that was he's helping others experience: amazing grace. Tom Lyman is in the studio. He's The Joy Hour Guy.
Jun 11, 2025•23 min•Ep. 592
We are a proud tenant of Lincoln Center. We've been here for ten plus years, and every month when I write my check, I write it to TIAA. I had the good fortune of meeting somebody who's a leader with TIAA. She came into our studios the other day, and I said, "You have to come on my show." Caren Lock is here. She is the managing director and government relations officer for TIAA.
Jun 11, 2025•14 min•Ep. 591
My dad, uncle, and brother are all ministers, so I'm a man of faith. In the Bible, one of the most famous passages talks about having the faith of a mustard seed because all it takes is just a little bit of faith, and you can build something incredible. That truly describes my next guest. Marcie Finney Ditto is in the studio. She's the founder and CEO of Mustard Seed Jewelry.
Jun 10, 2025•15 min•Ep. 590
I love how God works, because last week, I was in our studios, and I just happened to see an attractive couple sitting there in our lobby. I walked over and I said, "Hi, my name is Jeff Crilley. I'm the owner. Can we help you?" They were going to be on another show, and I said, "Well, let me give you a little tour." As they started to tell me about their mission and their ministry, I was so struck. I said, "You both have to come back and be on my show," so here they are, the Reverend Ron Nelson ...
Jun 10, 2025•20 min•Ep. 589
I have to believe that Dallas–Fort Worth is the home of golf tournaments. That makes it a challenge for any organizer to get people to play locally. But now imagine asking them to head down to the heat of Texas—to the Rio Grande—for a round of golf. Well, wait until you hear about this: Zach Sams is the Chairman of the Bonanza at the Border Charity Golf Tournament.
Jun 09, 2025•14 min•Ep. 588
I love how God works to bring people together. My wife and I were out in the Santa Barbara area—we had attended Cowboys training camp—and as we were waiting to board our flight, we noticed this sharp-looking gentleman standing nearby, wearing a cowboy hat. We struck up a conversation, and it turns out he’s a true legend in the world of security. The great Larry Wansley is in the studio.
Jun 09, 2025•21 min•Ep. 587
I think we’re living in an incredible time—medical devices are emerging that are literally saving lives. Decades ago, people might have died at 60. Today, thanks to modern medicine and groundbreaking medical technology, many of those same people are living to 100. Joining me to talk about this is Dr. Issam Moussa. He’s an interventional cardiologist with over 20 years of experience.
Jun 06, 2025•10 min•Ep. 586
There's an old saying: there are two important days in a person's life—the day you're born and the day you discover why. Nicole Choate is in the studio. She’s a rising star in the music world—a singer, songwriter, and actress.
Jun 06, 2025•13 min•Ep. 585
I love doing shows that highlight people who have climbed the ranks of their industry and clearly made it to the top. That perfectly describes my next guest, Jayne Rothman, Chief Legal Officer at Integrity.
Jun 05, 2025•15 min•Ep. 584
I'm going to start with a shout-out to my beautiful bride, Victoria Snee. She has an incredible eye for beauty. When we moved into our home about eight years ago, she walked through every room and said, “Every single one of these is going to change.” And over the next seven years, she transformed our house into a masterpiece. I have so much respect for people with an eye for design—because I don’t. I mean, I can tell when a room needs a change, but I wouldn’t have the first clue how to make it h...
Jun 05, 2025•16 min•Ep. 583
One of the greatest fears in America is going to the dentist. And when I think about it, I believe it’s because the experience often feels like walking into a hospital. A lot of dental offices haven’t been updated—many still look like they’re stuck in the 1970s. You walk in and immediately associate it with pain and the sound of a drill. But two guys in the studio today are shaking up the dental industry: Hugh Scarborough and Corey Davey. They’re with Curate Studios.
Jun 04, 2025•14 min•Ep. 582
We are coming up on National Business Etiquette Week, and I don't think this could be any more timely with so many young people graduating college. It is a challenge to land a job these days, and many graduates end up just sitting at home, waiting for the phone to ring. Once they land that job, they don't have the soft skills to be a rock star in their industry. Part of that is my generation—we gave our kids everything because we didn’t want them to have any obstacles. So, we were snowplow paren...
Jun 04, 2025•16 min•Ep. 581
When most of us think about rugby, we tend to think of the UK, Australia, and other countries where the sport is hugely celebrated. But we have an Olympic team right here in the U.S.—and today, I have the privilege of welcoming a three-time Olympian into the studio. The great Perry Baker is here with us—a true rugby legend.
Jun 03, 2025•10 min•Ep. 580
When I think about pioneers and legends across industries, names like Ebby Halliday and Mary Kay come to mind. And right alongside them, I think of Martha Tiller. She truly paved the way for professionals in my field—public relations. The great Martha Tiller, a true PR legend, is in the studio today.
Jun 03, 2025•20 min•Ep. 579
If you’ve watched this show at any point, you know I love to feature entrepreneurs—people who are rising to the top of their industry. Anyone who’s achieved success in any field isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty. That perfectly describes my next guest, Randy Gordon. He’s the managing partner of the DFW offices of Duane Morris.
Jun 02, 2025•14 min•Ep. 578
I've had the chance to interview some amazing people during my 25 year news career, and one of my favorite interviews is with Ebby Halliday, legendary realtor and really a pioneer in Dallas when it comes to real estate. Joining me in studio is Betsy Cameron. She's the president of the Ebby Halliday Companies.
Jun 02, 2025•14 min•Ep. 577
I have been in love with my wife for the better part of two and a half decades, and I can't even imagine life without her. That's why this segment is emotional for me, because you're going to meet the author of this bestselling book, The Widow Chose Red. She lost her husband a few years ago, and she chronicled the journey in this book. Rachel Kerr Schneider is in the studio - she's with Spirited Prosperity.
May 29, 2025•13 min•Ep. 576
Every once in a while, you meet someone special who lights up the room the moment they walk in. I just met her—my sister from another mister. Dr. Dunia Korous is in the studio, representing Millennium Smiles.
May 28, 2025•22 min•Ep. 575
When I'm trying to describe Dallas to somebody who has never been to Dallas, I always say three things you need to know: eating, shopping, and philanthropy. Philanthropy really is core to who Dallas is. It's probably one of the most philanthropic cities I've ever had the pleasure of living in. In the studio today is a legend in philanthropy - Bob Hopkins, he's the author of Philanthropy Understood.
May 27, 2025•13 min•Ep. 574
You know, we Texans take a lot of pride in who we are. Everything’s bigger and better here in Texas—and that includes our spirits. That’s why I’ve invited Jay Tulimieri to the studio. He’s the CEO and owner of TAH Distilling Company.
May 23, 2025•15 min•Ep. 573
Many nonprofits come and go in Dallas — we see it all the time. But then there are organizations like the one represented by my next guest, which have stood the test of time. For over 60 years, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas have been making an impact in our community. Joining me in the studio is Debra Taylor, the interim CEO and president.
May 22, 2025•11 min•Ep. 572
I love featuring entrepreneurs in the legal world, and today I'm speaking with a true standout. He’s worked his way up to become one of the most respected labor attorneys in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Joining me in the studio is Brandon Whit Maxey, a partner at Mayer LLP.
May 21, 2025•16 min•Ep. 571
I love welcoming entrepreneurs to my news desk here at the studio because they all have incredible stories, and there's so much to learn from hearing about their journeys. Joining me now is Dr. Matt Artho from Country Lakes Dental, based in the Flower Mound area.
May 20, 2025•13 min•Ep. 570
One of the things I love most about this show is that I get to meet people from all walks of life. A word that has always resonated with me is grit . You can't succeed in business—or in life—without perseverance and grit. And that word perfectly describes my next guests: Mike Downs and his lovely bride, Briggette.
May 19, 2025•13 min•Ep. 569
You’ve probably had this experience more than once: you visit a website—maybe for a nonprofit or a company—you read everything, admire the visuals, and still have no idea what they actually do. Sometimes it takes a master storyteller to highlight the right part of the website and message so that people understand what you do. My next guest specializes in this. Paul von Wupperfeld, a global brand storyteller, is in the studio.
May 16, 2025•14 min•Ep. 568
You'll have to forgive me if I’m a little excited—I'm interviewing the great Mike Singletary. He's an NFL legend, a Hall of Fame football player, and a man of deep faith. He's here to share his wisdom and his heart with us.
May 15, 2025•25 min•Ep. 567
I've been an entrepreneur for 16 years, and one thing I've learned is that entrepreneurs often have blind spots. That’s why, just like someone training for the Olympics would hire a coach to get in shape, entrepreneurs should bring in a coach to help them reach the next level. My next guest embodies that idea perfectly—Dream is in the studio.
May 14, 2025•16 min•Ep. 566
One of the most interesting things about Dallas–Fort Worth is that there seems to be someone in financial services on every street corner. In fact, there are more people in financial services than there are Starbucks—which says a lot, considering how many Starbucks there are! So, standing out from the crowd takes something special. That’s why I invited my next guest, Steve Cotton, the president of Cotton Wealth Management Associates.
May 13, 2025•13 min•Ep. 565
I’m excited to sit down with Trevor Francis, CEO of 46 Labs, whose passion for fixing things as a kid led him to revolutionize telecom’s digital infrastructure from their vibrant West End offices in Dallas. Join me on The Jeff Crilley Show to discover how he’s powering the future of global connections!
May 09, 2025•9 min•Ep. 564
