“Stop Playing Victim”: Jim Keyes on Hard Work, Education & How He Built a Billion-Dollar Career
Former 7-Eleven & Blockbuster CEO Jim Keyes joins The Ana Cruz Show for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about adversity, resilience, education, faith, and the mindset that took him from childhood loss to leading billion-dollar companies. In this emotional interview, Jim opens up about why he believes victim mentality destroys human potential, and the heartfelt dedication behind his book Education Is Freedom. From leadership lessons to lifelong learning, this inspiring conversation reveals the principles that shaped one of America’s most influential business leaders. Read more and watch the full episode.
Linda Braddy’s Inspiring Journey: From Stay-at-Home Mom to CEO of the American Red Cross North Texas
n this inspiring episode of The Ana Cruz Show, Linda Braddy, CEO of the American Red Cross North Texas Region, shares her extraordinary journey from stay-at-home mother to nonprofit executive leader. Discover how her childhood values, passion for education, leadership skills, and commitment to service shaped her mission to leave the world better than she found it. Learn about the life-changing work of the American Red Cross and the emotional stories that remind us all of the power of compassion and community. Read the full article and be inspired to make a difference.
From Humble Beginnings to Leading Frisco: John Keating’s Vision, Values, and the Election That Will Shape the City’s Future
This week on The Ana Cruz Show, Frisco mayoral candidate John Keating shares his powerful journey from a humble, adopted childhood to 15 years of public service. A political conversation that turns deeply personal, revealing the values, family, and purpose driving his commitment to serve.
Community College vs University: Which Is Better in Today’s Economy?
Is college still worth it in 2026? Discover salary data, unemployment trends, and key differences between community college and university, with insights from Dallas College leaders.
This Week in The Ana Cruz Show: Only 7–8% of Latinos Donate Blood—Why It Matters and How You Can Help
Ana Cruz is joined by Marcela Fajardo, Chief Communications Officer for the American Red Cross North Texas Region, to discuss the realities behind these numbers, the blood donation process, common myths, and their personal experiences with donating.
This episode is both educational and deeply personal—and it’s a reminder that a simple act can save lives.
Frisco Mayor Candidate Shona Sowell Opens Up About Growth, Safety, and a Changing City
In this episode of The Ana Cruz Show, I sit down for a direct and unfiltered conversation with Shona Sowell, one of the candidates for Frisco Mayor
¿Por qué odiamos hacer ejercicio? La ciencia (y la verdad) detrás de nuestra flojera
En este episodio de The Ana Cruz Show, Ana conversa con Génesis Veliz, campeona nacional de NCAA DII y entrenadora de alto rendimiento, para entender por qué a tantas personas les cuesta hacer ejercicio.
Behind the Scenes of a Major Art Exhibition | Amalia Alzaga Ruiz
In this week’s episode of The Ana Cruz Show, we dive into the fascinating world behind a major museum exhibition with Amalia Alzaga Ruiz, curator of Raimundo de Madrazo at the Meadows Museum. We explore what it truly means to be a commissioner and a curator—far beyond selecting beautiful paintings. Amalia shares her professional journey, how the idea for the first retrospective dedicated to Raimundo de Madrazo was born, and the years of research, negotiation, and international coordination required to bring a project of this magnitude to life.
The Crisis Facing Young Men: Education, Mental Health, and the “Men Are Not Needed” Narrative
This week’s article explores a growing crisis affecting young men across the country. On The Ana Cruz Show, I speak with Dr. Mark Fincher of Mississippi State University about the alarming decline in male college enrollment, rising dropout rates, and the deeper mental health implications tied to depression, substance abuse, and suicide. We also examine the cultural narrative surrounding modern masculinity and its impact on today’s youth. This is a conversation about balance, responsibility, and ensuring we don’t leave our boys behind.
Bone Cancer, Grief, and Faith: Ashley Selby-Karney’s Story of Losing Her Son and Turning Pain into Purpose
This week on The Ana Cruz Show, we sit down with Ashley Selby-Karney — author, speaker, and certified grief coach — to share the powerful story of her son, who was diagnosed at just 10 years old with bone cancer.